MS Volendam - 3/24/2026
The March 24, 2026 cruise on the MS Volendam departs from Singapore. On this 21 Night Grand World Voyage (Singapore To Tokyo) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 12 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The MS Volendam sets sail on Tuesday, Mar 24th and returns on Tuesday, Apr 14th.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the MS Volendam cruise ship departing March 24, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $3,899 ($186 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $4,396 ($210 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 11%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
MS Volendam - March 24, 2026 - 21 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mar 24th | Singapore |
| 2 | Mar 24th | Singapore |
| 3 | Mar 26th | At Sea |
| 4 | Mar 27th | Phu My (ho Chi Minh City), Vietnam |
| 5 | Mar 28th | At Sea |
| 6 | Mar 29th | Hue (da Nang), Vietnam |
| 7 | Mar 30th | Cruise Halong Bay |
| 8 | Mar 31st | At Sea |
| 9 | Apr 1st | Hong Kong |
| 10 | Mar 24th | Hong Kong |
| 11 | Apr 3rd | At Sea |
| 12 | Apr 4th | Kaohsiung, Taiwan |
| 13 | Apr 5th | Keelung (taipei), Taiwan |
| 14 | Apr 6th | At Sea |
| 15 | Apr 7th | Naha, Okinawa |
| 16 | Apr 8th | Amami Oshima (naze), Japan |
| 17 | Apr 9th | At Sea |
| 18 | Apr 10th | Nagasaki, Japan |
| 19 | Mar 24th | Nagasaki, Japan |
| 20 | Apr 12th | At Sea |
| 21 | Apr 13th | Shimizu, Japan |
| 22 | Apr 14th | Yokohama (tokyo), Japan |
The MS Volendam sails on March 24, 2026 for a 21 Night Grand World Voyage (Singapore To Tokyo). The ship will depart the port of Singapore at N/A and will return to the port of Yokohama (tokyo), Japan on Apr 14th at 7:30 AM. During the 22-day journey, the MS Volendam will visit 11 additional ports and will spend 7 days at sea.
Itinerary Safety Score
Based on my comprehensive research of cruise port safety information, including recent crime reports, travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and specific port security concerns, we've created a "safety score" for each cruise port stop. The overall rating below represents a combined score for your specific cruise itinerary.
Cruise Ship
MS Volendam
MS VOLENDAM SIZE
The MS Volendam has a construction date of 1999 and a total size of 60,906 gross tons. The ship measures 778 feet (237 meters) in length. MS Volendam is included in Holland America’s Rotterdam Class Class. At full capacity, the MS Volendam holds 2,079 passengers. That includes 1,432 cruise vacationers and 647 staff members. The MS Volendam total number of staterooms is 716.
MS Volendam Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:60,906 GT
- Length:778 ft (237 m)
- Beam:106 ft (32 m)
- Draft:27 ft (8 m)
- Max Speed:26 mph (23 kn)
- Year Built:1999
- Years Served:1999 - Present
- Capacity:1,432
- Crew Members:647
- Total on Board:2,079
- Total Staterooms:716
- Flagged Country:Netherlands
- Ship Cost:300 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see MS Volendam age and stats vs all Holland America ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.
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Cruise Ports
Singapore offers docking at Marina Bay Cruise Centre. Travelers explore Gardens by the Bay and Merlion Park. Excursions visit Sentosa Island. Local markets sell Hainanese chicken rice. The peak season, November to March, brings milder weather for city tours. Photography captures futuristic skylines and Singapore Strait vistas. Dining onboard includes laksa, a Singaporean favorite. Souvenirs, like orchid crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Peranakan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Singapore’s urban charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modern landmarks and cultural heritage, making Singapore an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Singapore offers docking at Marina Bay Cruise Centre. Travelers explore Gardens by the Bay and Merlion Park. Excursions visit Sentosa Island. Local markets sell Hainanese chicken rice. The peak season, November to March, brings milder weather for city tours. Photography captures futuristic skylines and Singapore Strait vistas. Dining onboard includes laksa, a Singaporean favorite. Souvenirs, like orchid crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Peranakan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Singapore’s urban charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modern landmarks and cultural heritage, making Singapore an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Phu My (Ho Chi Minh City), Vietnam, offers docking at Phu My Port with excursions to Ho Chi Minh City. Travelers explore Notre-Dame Basilica and Cu Chi Tunnels. Excursions visit Mekong Delta. Local markets sell phở. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for city tours. Photography captures colonial architecture and South China Sea vistas. Dining onboard includes banh mi, a Vietnamese favorite. Souvenirs, like lacquerware, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Viet history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Phu My’s cultural gateway offers a vibrant Vietnamese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic deltas, making Phu My an engaging destination. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Hue, Vietnam, has docking at Chan May Port with excursions to Hue and Da Nang. Travelers explore Hue’s Imperial City, a UNESCO site. Excursions visit Da Nang’s Marble Mountains. Local markets sell conical hats. The peak season, November to April, brings dry weather. Photography captures ancient citadels and coastal vistas. Dining onboard includes bun bo Hue, a spicy noodle soup. Souvenirs, like silk lanterns, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Nguyen dynasty history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate. Comfortable shoes enhance citadel tours. Hue’s imperial heritage offers a rich Vietnamese stop, blending history with scenic beauty.
Halong Bay, Vietnam, no docking; ships anchor offshore with tenders to junk boats. Travelers kayak limestone karsts and caves like Sung Sot. Zodiacs explore floating villages. No facilities; provisions from ship. Peak season October to April; fog in winter. Photography captures emerald waters. Dining onboard includes fresh seafood. Souvenirs, like bay prints, in ship shops. Briefings on cave etiquette. Light clothing for humidity. UNESCO-listed Halong’s 1,600 islands provide iconic Vietnamese scenery.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Hong Kong offers docking at Kai Tak Cruise Terminal. Travelers explore Victoria Peak and Temple Street Market. Excursions visit Lantau Island’s Big Buddha. Local markets sell dim sum. The peak season, October to April, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures skyscrapers and Victoria Harbour vistas. Dining onboard includes char siu, a Hong Kong favorite. Souvenirs, like jade crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Cantonese history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Hong Kong’s urban charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modern landmarks and cultural markets, making Hong Kong an engaging destination. (126 words)
Hong Kong offers docking at Kai Tak Cruise Terminal. Travelers explore Victoria Peak and Temple Street Market. Excursions visit Lantau Island’s Big Buddha. Local markets sell dim sum. The peak season, October to April, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures skyscrapers and Victoria Harbour vistas. Dining onboard includes char siu, a Hong Kong favorite. Souvenirs, like jade crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Cantonese history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Hong Kong’s urban charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modern landmarks and cultural markets, making Hong Kong an engaging destination. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Kaohsiung, Taiwan, has docking at Kaohsiung Port. Travelers explore Love River’s scenic waterfront and Cijin Island’s beaches. Excursions visit Fo Guang Shan’s Buddhist monastery. Local markets sell stinky tofu. The peak season, October to April, brings mild weather. Photography captures urban skylines and coastal vistas. Dining onboard includes beef noodle soup, a Taiwanese favorite. Souvenirs, like jade crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taiwan’s history. Light clothing suits the subtropical climate. Comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Kaohsiung’s vibrant energy offers a dynamic Taiwanese stop, blending culture with coastal charm.
Keelung (Taipei), Taiwan, offers docking at Keelung Port with excursions to Taipei. Travelers explore Taipei 101 and Chiang Kai-shek Memorial. Excursions visit Yehliu’s rock formations. Local markets sell stinky tofu. The peak season, October to April, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures urban skylines and Taiwan Strait vistas. Dining onboard includes xiaolongbao, a Taiwanese favorite. Souvenirs, like oolong tea, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Formosan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Keelung’s urban gateway offers a vibrant Taiwanese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modern landmarks and coastal beauty, making Keelung an engaging destination.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Naha, Okinawa, Japan, offers docking at Naha Port. Travelers explore Shurijo Castle, a UNESCO site, and Tsuboya pottery district. Excursions visit Churaumi Aquarium’s marine exhibits. Local markets sell goya champuru. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for island tours. Photography captures Ryukyu architecture and turquoise seas. Dining onboard includes rafute, an Okinawan pork dish. Souvenirs, like shisa statues, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Okinawa’s Ryukyu history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance castle walks. Naha’s vibrant island culture offers a dynamic Japanese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic castles, marine life, and Okinawan traditions, making Naha an engaging destination for exploring Japan’s southern island heritage.
Amami Oshima (Naze), Japan, docks at Naze Port, 2 kilometers from downtown, with shuttles or taxis for 10-minute transfers. The island, population 70,000, features the Amami Mangrove Park, reachable in 15 minutes, with canoe tours through Japan’s second-largest mangrove forest hosting black crabs. Kinsakubaru Forest, 20 minutes east, offers hikes among ancient banyan trees and Amami rabbits. Naze’s Ohama Seaside Park, a 5-minute drive, provides coral beach swimming. Local markets sell shochu and black sugar candy. Excursions to Kakeroma Island, 30 minutes by ferry, explore fishing villages. Peak season April to October; taxis 800-1200 JPY. Dining includes keihan (chicken rice soup) at port cafes. Souvenirs feature tsumugi silk scarves. Kayak rentals available for coastal exploration.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Nagasaki, Japan, offers docking at Nagasaki Port. Travelers explore the Peace Park and Atomic Bomb Museum. Excursions visit Glover Garden’s colonial mansions. Local markets sell champon noodles. The peak season, March to May, brings cherry blossoms and mild weather. Photography captures historic sites and Dejima Island views. Dining onboard includes sara udon, a Nagasaki dish. Souvenirs, like castella cakes, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Nagasaki’s WWII history. Light layers suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance park walks. Nagasaki’s blend of history and resilience offers a poignant Japanese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of somber memorials, colonial heritage, and scenic harbors, making Nagasaki an engaging destination for exploring Japan’s cultural and historical depth on Kyushu Island.
Nagasaki, Japan, offers docking at Nagasaki Port. Travelers explore the Peace Park and Atomic Bomb Museum. Excursions visit Glover Garden’s colonial mansions. Local markets sell champon noodles. The peak season, March to May, brings cherry blossoms and mild weather. Photography captures historic sites and Dejima Island views. Dining onboard includes sara udon, a Nagasaki dish. Souvenirs, like castella cakes, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Nagasaki’s WWII history. Light layers suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance park walks. Nagasaki’s blend of history and resilience offers a poignant Japanese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of somber memorials, colonial heritage, and scenic harbors, making Nagasaki an engaging destination for exploring Japan’s cultural and historical depth on Kyushu Island.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Shimizu, Japan, offers docking at Shimizu Port. Travelers explore Mount Fuji viewpoints and Nihondaira’s tea gardens. Excursions visit Shizuoka’s Toro Ruins. Local markets sell wasabi. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Fuji’s slopes and Suruga Bay vistas. Dining onboard includes unagi, a Japanese favorite. Souvenirs, like tea crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Shizuoka history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance garden walks. Shimizu’s scenic charm offers a vibrant Japanese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural beauty and cultural heritage, making Shimizu an engaging destination for exploring Japan’s Fuji region.
Yokohama (Tokyo), Japan, offers docking at Yokohama Port with excursions to Tokyo. Travelers explore Senso-ji Temple and Shibuya Crossing. Excursions visit Kamakura’s Great Buddha. Local markets sell yakitori. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures neon streets and Tokyo Bay vistas. Dining onboard includes sushi, a Japanese favorite. Souvenirs, like ukiyo-e prints, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Edo history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Yokohama’s urban gateway offers a vibrant Japanese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic temples and modern cityscapes, making Yokohama an engaging destination.