MS Volendam - 3/24/2026
The March 24, 2026 cruise on the MS Volendam departs from Singapore. On this 29 Night Grand World Voyage Segment (Singapore To Lisbon) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 13 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The MS Volendam sets sail on Tuesday, Mar 24th and returns on Wednesday, Apr 22nd.
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 $7,349 ($254 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $7,086 ($245 per night), this represents a recent increase of 4%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
MS Volendam - March 24, 2026 - 29 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mar 24th | Singapore |
| 2 | Mar 24th | Singapore |
| 3 | Mar 26th | At Sea |
| 4 | Mar 27th | Phuket, Thailand |
| 5 | Mar 28th | At Sea |
| 6 | Mar 29th | At Sea |
| 7 | Mar 30th | Colombo, Sri Lanka |
| 8 | Mar 31st | At Sea |
| 9 | Apr 1st | Male, Maldives |
| 10 | Mar 24th | Male, Maldives |
| 11 | Apr 3rd | At Sea |
| 12 | Apr 4th | At Sea |
| 13 | Apr 5th | At Sea |
| 14 | Apr 6th | At Sea |
| 15 | Apr 7th | At Sea |
| 16 | Apr 8th | At Sea |
| 17 | Apr 9th | Safaga, Egypt |
| 18 | Mar 24th | Safaga, Egypt |
| 19 | Apr 11th | Suez Canal Transit |
| 20 | Apr 12th | Alexandria, Cairo, Egypt |
| 21 | Mar 24th | Alexandria, Cairo, Egypt |
| 22 | Apr 14th | At Sea |
| 23 | Apr 15th | Piraeus (Athens), Greece |
| 24 | Apr 16th | At Sea |
| 25 | Apr 17th | Naples, Italy |
| 26 | Apr 18th | Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy |
| 27 | Apr 19th | At Sea |
| 28 | Apr 20th | Alicante, Spain |
| 29 | Mar 24th | Cruise Strait Of Gibraltar |
| 30 | Apr 22nd | Lisbon, Portugal |
The MS Volendam sails on March 24, 2026 for a 29 Night Grand World Voyage Segment (Singapore To Lisbon). The ship will depart the port of Singapore at N/A and will return to the port of Lisbon, Portugal on Apr 22nd at 8:00 AM. During the 30-day journey, the MS Volendam will visit 12 additional ports and will spend 13 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 Americaâs 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 youâll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.
To check out the ship from top to bottom, click here for MS Volendam Deck Plans.
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. Singaporeâs 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. Singaporeâs 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!
Phuket, Thailand, offers docking at Phuket Port. Travelers explore Patong Beach and Big Buddha. Excursions visit Phang Nga Bayâs limestone karsts by boat. Local markets sell tom yum. The peak season, November to April, brings dry weather for island tours. Photography captures turquoise bays and Buddhist statues. Dining onboard includes pad thai, a Thai favorite. Souvenirs, like silk scarves, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Phuketâs history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Phuketâs vibrant coastal allure offers a dynamic Thai stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic beaches, cultural landmarks, and marine adventures, making Phuket an engaging destination for exploring Thailandâs Andaman beauty and island culture.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Colombo, Sri Lanka, docks at Colombo Port, 2 kilometers from downtown, with taxis for 10-minute rides. The city, population 750,000, features the Gangaramaya Temple with Buddhist relics. Local markets sell cinnamon tea. Excursions to Galle, 2 hours south, visit Dutch forts. Peak season November to April; taxis 500-1000 LKR. Dining includes kottu roti at street stalls. Souvenirs feature batik fabrics.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Male, Maldives, offers docking at Male Port. Travelers explore the Old Friday Mosque and bustling fish market. Excursions include snorkeling in vibrant coral atolls and island-hopping to resorts. Local markets sell dried tuna. The peak season, November to April, brings dry weather for water activities. Photography captures turquoise lagoons and Islamic architecture. Dining onboard features mas huni, a Maldivian breakfast. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Maldivian culture. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while snorkeling gear enhances reef exploration. Maleâs tropical paradise and cultural richness offer a vibrant Maldivian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a blend of urban exploration, pristine marine life, and island relaxation, making Male a perfect gateway to the Maldivesâ stunning atolls and vibrant local traditions.
Male, Maldives, offers docking at Male Port. Travelers explore the Old Friday Mosque and bustling fish market. Excursions include snorkeling in vibrant coral atolls and island-hopping to resorts. Local markets sell dried tuna. The peak season, November to April, brings dry weather for water activities. Photography captures turquoise lagoons and Islamic architecture. Dining onboard features mas huni, a Maldivian breakfast. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Maldivian culture. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while snorkeling gear enhances reef exploration. Maleâs tropical paradise and cultural richness offer a vibrant Maldivian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a blend of urban exploration, pristine marine life, and island relaxation, making Male a perfect gateway to the Maldivesâ stunning atolls and vibrant local traditions.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Safaga, Egypt, offers docking at Safaga Port. Travelers explore Luxorâs Karnak Temple and Valley of the Kings. Excursions visit Hurghadaâs coral reefs. Local markets sell koshari. The peak season, October to April, brings mild weather for historic tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Red Sea vistas. Dining onboard includes ful medames, an Egyptian favorite. Souvenirs, like papyrus art, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Pharaonic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the arid climate, while comfortable shoes enhance temple walks. Safagaâs historic allure offers a vibrant Egyptian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient landmarks and coastal beauty, making Safaga an engaging gateway to Egyptâs heritage.
Safaga, Egypt, offers docking at Safaga Port. Travelers explore Luxorâs Karnak Temple and Valley of the Kings. Excursions visit Hurghadaâs coral reefs. Local markets sell koshari. The peak season, October to April, brings mild weather for historic tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Red Sea vistas. Dining onboard includes ful medames, an Egyptian favorite. Souvenirs, like papyrus art, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Pharaonic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the arid climate, while comfortable shoes enhance temple walks. Safagaâs historic allure offers a vibrant Egyptian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient landmarks and coastal beauty, making Safaga an engaging gateway to Egyptâs heritage.
Suez Canal Transit, Egypt, offers scenic cruising without docking. Travelers view canal locks and desert landscapes from the ship. Excursions include onboard lectures. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, October to April, brings mild weather for canal cruising. Photography captures engineering marvels and Suez vistas. Dining onboard includes koshari, an Egyptian favorite. Souvenirs, like canal replicas, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover canal history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the arid climate, while binoculars enhance scenery viewing. Suez Canalâs historic allure offers a vibrant Egyptian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of engineering feats and desert vistas, making the Suez Canal an engaging destination for exploration.
Alexandria, Egypt, docks at the Western Port terminal, 10 kilometers from the city center, with shuttles or taxis offering 20-minute transfers to the Corniche. The facility includes lounges and ATMs. Travelers explore the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, a modern library complex with manuscripts and planetarium shows. Qaitbay Citadel, 15 minutes east, features 15th-century fortifications on Pharos Lighthouse ruins. Kom el-Dikka, a 5-minute drive, reveals Roman amphitheaters and mosaics. Excursions to Cairo, 3 hours away, include Giza Pyramids and Sphinx. Montaza Palace Gardens, 20 minutes east, offer seaside walks and tea houses. Dining features kofta at waterfront stalls. Souvenirs include papyrus scrolls. Best visited October to April; taxis 50-100 EGP. Guided tours ensure security.
Alexandria, Egypt, docks at the Western Port terminal, 10 kilometers from the city center, with shuttles or taxis offering 20-minute transfers to the Corniche. The facility includes lounges and ATMs. Travelers explore the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, a modern library complex with manuscripts and planetarium shows. Qaitbay Citadel, 15 minutes east, features 15th-century fortifications on Pharos Lighthouse ruins. Kom el-Dikka, a 5-minute drive, reveals Roman amphitheaters and mosaics. Excursions to Cairo, 3 hours away, include Giza Pyramids and Sphinx. Montaza Palace Gardens, 20 minutes east, offer seaside walks and tea houses. Dining features kofta at waterfront stalls. Souvenirs include papyrus scrolls. Best visited October to April; taxis 50-100 EGP. Guided tours ensure security.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Piraeus (Athens), Greece, offers docking at Piraeus Port with excursions to Athens. Travelers explore Acropolis and Parthenon. Excursions visit Cape Sounion. Local markets sell souvlaki. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes moussaka, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like olive oil, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Hellenic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Piraeusâ cultural gateway offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Piraeus 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!
Naples, Italy, offers docking at Naples Port. Travelers explore Pompeii ruins and Royal Palace. Excursions visit Capriâs Blue Grotto. Local markets sell margherita pizza. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes spaghetti alle vongole, an Italian favorite. Souvenirs, like cameo crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Roman history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Naplesâ cultural charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of archaeological sites and scenic islands, making Naples an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy, offers docking at Civitavecchia Port with excursions to Rome. Travelers explore Colosseum and Pantheon. Excursions visit Vatican Cityâs Sistine Chapel. Local markets sell gelato. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes carbonara, an Italian favorite. Souvenirs, like Murano glass, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Roman history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Civitavecchiaâs cultural gateway offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient landmarks and scenic coasts, making Civitavecchia 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!
Alicante, Spain, offers docking at Alicante Port. Travelers explore Santa BĂĄrbara Castle and Explanada de EspaĂąa. Excursions visit Elcheâs palm groves. Local markets sell turrĂłn. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Moorish castles and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz a banda, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Valencian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance castle walks. Alicanteâs coastal charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic promenades, making Alicante an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
The Strait of Gibraltar, with no docking, sees ships transiting between Spain and Morocco. Travelers observe bottlenose dolphins and migrating birds. Lectures onboard explore colonial history and trade routes. No facilities are present; provisions come from the ship. The peak season, April to October, faces strong currents. Photography captures the Rock of Gibraltar. Dining onboard includes paella. Souvenirs, like flamenco fans, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover navigational significance. Binoculars enhance coastal views. Light clothing suits mild weather. The straitâs strategic waters connect the Atlantic to the Mediterranean.
Lisbon, Portugal, offers docking at Lisbon Port. Travelers explore BelĂŠm Tower and JerĂłnimos Monastery. Excursions visit Sintraâs Pena Palace. Local markets sell pastĂŠis de nata. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Manueline architecture and Tagus River vistas. Dining onboard includes bacalhau, a Portuguese favorite. Souvenirs, like azulejo crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Age of Exploration history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Lisbonâs cultural charm offers a vibrant Portuguese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic rivers, making Lisbon an engaging destination. (126 words)