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13 nights · 9 ports
Round-trip · Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Holland AmericaMS Volendam

MS Volendam
May 17, 2026

13-Night Atlantic Seaboard & Colonial New England: Montreal aboard MS Volendam · Departing May 17, 2026 from the Port of Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

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// AT A GLANCE

This 13-night cruise aboard the MS Volendam departs from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida on Sunday, May 17, 2026 and returns on Saturday, May 30th. May weather across this route averages 81°/35°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 8.1 out of 10, averaged across 9 ports.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
8.1OUT OF 10
SAFE TIER
Safer than 81% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
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13
night cruise
Sun → Sat
02
Fort Lauderdale
departure port
Florida
03
9
port stops
Seaboard
04
5
sea days
Day 2
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The MS Volendam, operated by Holland America Cruise Line, sets sail on Sunday, May 17, 2026 from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida for a 13-night Atlantic Seaboard & Colonial New England: Montreal cruise. This itinerary includes 9 unique port stops and 5 days at sea. May weather across the route averages 81°F highs and 35°F lows. The itinerary safety score is 8.1 out of 10, combining travel advisories, crime statistics, and Global Peace Index data. Fare tracking is available for inside, oceanview, balcony, and suite cabin categories. Gangwaze monitors pricing daily so you can set a price-drop alert and book when the fare is right. Explore the full day-by-day port schedule, shore excursion options, onboard amenities, and weather forecasts for each stop on this MS Volendam sailing.

// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

MS Volendam May 17, 2026 Roll Call

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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

MS Volendam May 17, 2026 Price & Tracking

MS VOLENDAM·MAY 17, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the MS Volendam cruise ship departing May 17, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $632 ($49 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,240 ($96 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 49%.

MS Volendam cruise departing May 17, 202613-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $632 ($49 per night). Average price: $1,240.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
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MS Volendam · May 17, 2026
$632
$49 per night · 13 nights
45% below average
Avg $1,148 · You save $516

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// 03 · ITINERARY

13 Night Atlantic Seaboard & Colonial New England: Montreal (Ft. Lauderdale To Montreal) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapMAY 17, 2026
The MS Volendam sails on May 17, 2026 for a 13 Night Atlantic Seaboard & Colonial New England: Montreal (Ft. Lauderdale To Montreal) (Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades) Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Montreal, Quebec on May 30th at 7:00 AM. During the 14-day journey, the MS Volendam will visit 8 additional ports and will spend 5 days at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
MS Volendam
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13 NIGHTS · 8 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · FORT LAUDERDALE (PORT EVERGLADES)
// 04 · PORTS

13 Night Atlantic Seaboard & Colonial New England: Montreal (Ft. Lauderdale To Montreal) Port List

MS Volendam·May 17, 2026
Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida — Day 1 of MS Volendam May 17, 2026 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
3:00 PM

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida, offers docking at Port Everglades. Travelers explore Las Olas Boulevard and Everglades tours. Excursions include airboat rides. Local markets sell conch fritters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures canals and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes stone crab, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Seminole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Fort Lauderdale’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic waterways and natural adventures, making Fort Lauderdale an engaging destination for exploration.

Norfolk, Virginia — Day 4 of MS Volendam May 17, 2026 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
WEDNESDAY·MAY 20

Norfolk

Virginia
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
5:00 PM

Norfolk, Virginia, offers docking at Norfolk’s Half Moone Cruise Terminal. Travelers explore the Nauticus maritime museum and Battleship Wisconsin. Excursions visit Colonial Williamsburg’s historic sites. Local markets sell Virginia ham. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures waterfront views and naval history. Dining onboard includes crab cakes, a Virginia favorite. Souvenirs, like nautical crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Norfolk’s naval heritage. Light layers suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance museum walks. Norfolk’s maritime charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of naval history, colonial excursions, and scenic waterfronts, making Norfolk an engaging destination for exploring Virginia’s coastal and historical treasures along the Chesapeake Bay.

Boston, Massachusetts — Day 6 of MS Volendam May 17, 2026 cruise
DAY
6
PORT 5
FRIDAY·MAY 22

Boston

Massachusetts
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
5:00 PM

Boston, Massachusetts, offers docking at Black Falcon Terminal. Travelers explore Freedom Trail and Boston Common. Excursions visit Salem’s Witch Museum. Local markets sell clam chowder. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures colonial landmarks and Charles River vistas. Dining onboard includes lobster rolls, a New England favorite. Souvenirs, like patriot crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Revolutionary history. Light layers suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Boston’s cultural charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic trails and scenic harbors, making Boston an engaging destination for exploration.

Portland, Maine — Day 7 of MS Volendam May 17, 2026 cruise
DAY
7
PORT 6
SATURDAY·MAY 23

Portland

Maine
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
3:00 PM

Portland, Maine, offers docking at Portland Port. Travelers explore Old Port and Portland Head Light. Excursions include lobster boat tours. Local markets sell lobster rolls. The peak season, June to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures lighthouses and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes clam chowder, a Maine favorite. Souvenirs, like blueberry crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Wabanaki history. Light layers and waterproof boots suit the temperate climate, while sturdy shoes enhance coastal walks. Portland’s maritime charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic districts and scenic harbors, making Portland an engaging destination for exploration.

Halifax, Nova Scotia — Day 8 of MS Volendam May 17, 2026 cruise
DAY
8
PORT 7
SUNDAY·MAY 24

Halifax

Nova Scotia
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
10:00 AM
7:00 PM

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada, offers docking at Halifax Port. Travelers explore Peggy’s Cove and Citadel Hill. Excursions include whale-watching tours. Local markets sell lobster rolls. The peak season, June to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures lighthouses and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes seafood chowder, a Nova Scotian favorite. Souvenirs, like Acadian crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mi’kmaq history. Light layers and waterproof boots suit the temperate climate, while sturdy shoes enhance coastal walks. Halifax’s maritime charm offers a vibrant Canadian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic forts and scenic coasts, making Halifax an engaging destination for exploration.

Sydney, Nova Scotia — Day 9 of MS Volendam May 17, 2026 cruise
DAY
9
PORT 8
MONDAY·MAY 25

Sydney

Nova Scotia
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
10:00 AM
6:00 PM

Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada, offers docking at Sydney Port. Travelers explore Fortress of Louisbourg and Baddeck’s Bell Museum. Excursions include Cabot Trail tours. Local markets sell oatcakes. The peak season, June to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes seafood chowder, a Nova Scotian favorite. Souvenirs, like Celtic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Acadian history. Light layers and waterproof boots suit the temperate climate, while sturdy shoes enhance trail hikes. Sydney’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Canadian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic forts and scenic coasts, making Sydney an engaging destination.

Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island — Day 10 of MS Volendam May 17, 2026 cruise
DAY
10
PORT 9
TUESDAY·MAY 26

Charlottetown

Prince Edward Island
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
11:00 PM

Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada, offers docking at Charlottetown Port. Travelers explore Province House and Green Gables. Excursions include lobster fishing tours. Local markets sell lobster rolls. The peak season, June to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Victorian homes and Gulf of St. Lawrence vistas. Dining onboard includes Malpeque oysters, a PEI favorite. Souvenirs, like Anne-themed crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mi’kmaq history. Light layers and waterproof boots suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Charlottetown’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Canadian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of literary heritage and scenic coasts, making Charlottetown an engaging destination.

Quebec City, Quebec — Day 13 of MS Volendam May 17, 2026 cruise
DAY
13
PORT 12
FRIDAY·MAY 29

Quebec City

Quebec
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
7:00 PM

Quebec City, Quebec, Canada, offers docking at Quebec City Port. Travelers explore Old Quebec and Montmorency Falls. Excursions visit Île d’Orléans. Local markets sell poutine. The peak season, June to September, brings mild weather for river tours. Photography captures fortified walls and St. Lawrence vistas. Dining onboard includes tourtière, a Quebecois favorite. Souvenirs, like maple crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover French Canadian history. Light layers and waterproof boots suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Quebec City’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Canadian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO landmarks and scenic rivers, making Quebec City an engaging destination.

Montreal, Quebec — Day 14 of MS Volendam May 17, 2026 cruise
DAY
14
DISEMBARKATION
SATURDAY·MAY 30

Montreal

Quebec
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM

Montreal, Quebec, Canada, offers docking at Montreal Port. Travelers explore Old Montreal and Notre-Dame Basilica. Excursions visit Mont Tremblant. Local markets sell poutine. The peak season, June to September, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures cobblestone streets and St. Lawrence vistas. Dining onboard includes tourtière, a Quebecois favorite. Souvenirs, like maple crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover French Canadian history. Light layers and waterproof boots suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Montreal’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Canadian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic districts and scenic rivers, making Montreal an engaging destination for exploration.

// 05 · WEATHER

13 Night Atlantic Seaboard & Colonial New England: Montreal (Ft. Lauderdale To Montreal) Weather Forecast

MS Volendam·May 17, 2026
MAY FORECAST · FORT LAUDERDALE (PORT EVERGLADES)
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
79°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
89°
AVG LOW
68°
AVG RAINFALL
5.3"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT FORT LAUDERDALE (PORT EVERGLADES)
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
79°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

MS Volendam May 17, 2026 Excursions

MS Volendam·May 17, 2026

From beach breaks and snorkeling to local food tours and cultural landmarks, these shore excursions help you make the most of every stop. Browse by port below to compare top-rated options and plan your day before you board.

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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

13 Night Atlantic Seaboard & Colonial New England: Montreal (Ft. Lauderdale To Montreal)

Based on 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.

ITINERARY AVERAGE
SAFE TIER
0OUT OF 100
LOWHIGH
Safer than 81% of all cruises
8.1/10 itinerary average · ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
// HOW WE SCORE
Four signals, weighted by recency.

Scores combine recent crime reports, government travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and port-specific security incidents. Refreshed monthly.

8.0 – 10.0
Safe — Low-risk; standard precautions apply.
6.5 – 7.9
Moderate — Generally safe with normal vigilance.
5.0 – 6.4
Caution — Stay alert; avoid certain areas after dark.
0 – 4.9
High caution — Significant risk; book guided excursions.
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// PORT-BY-PORT BREAKDOWN09 PORTS
01

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades) 🇺🇸

Florida · United StatesMODERATE

Fort Lauderdale's cruise port is secure, but travelers should stay vigilant and cautious in neighborhoods with higher crime rates.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
02

Norfolk 🇺🇸

Virginia · United StatesMODERATE

Norfolk is a generally safe cruise port, but travelers should stay vigilant in certain downtown neighborhoods, especially at night.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

Boston 🇺🇸

Massachusetts · United StatesSAFE

Boston is a safe port for cruise travelers, but standard urban caution is advised in crowded areas to avoid petty theft.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

Portland 🇺🇸

Maine · United StatesSAFE

Portland, Maine, is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, allowing visitors to explore confidently despite occasional property crime.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
05

Halifax 🇨🇦

Nova Scotia · CanadaSAFE

Halifax is a safe cruise port with low crime rates, minimal risk of petty theft, and a welcoming atmosphere for travelers.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
06

Sydney 🇨🇦

Nova Scotia · CanadaSAFE

Sydney, Nova Scotia, is a safe cruise port with low crime rates, though travelers should remain cautious in isolated areas.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
07

Charlottetown 🇨🇦

Prince Edward Island · CanadaSAFE

Charlottetown is a safe destination for cruise travelers, featuring a low crime rate and friendly locals for a secure experience.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
08

Quebec City 🇨🇦

Quebec · CanadaSAFE

Quebec City is known for its safety and low crime rates, providing a secure environment for cruise travelers to explore.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
09

Montreal 🇨🇦

Quebec · CanadaMODERATE

Montreal is generally safe for travelers, but it's important to stay alert and secure belongings, especially at night and in crowded areas.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

MS Volendam Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsHOLLAND AMERICA
MS Volendam
HOLLAND AMERICA · ROTTERDAM CLASS
CHRISTENED
1999
STATEROOMS
716
TONNAGE
60,906GT
27.5% BELOW AVG· vs avg 84,029 GT
YEAR BUILT
1999
9 YEARS OLDER· vs avg 2008
LENGTH
778ft
15.7% BELOW AVG· vs avg 922 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
1,432cruisers
33.6% BELOW AVG· vs avg 2,157 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP

The MS Volendam has a construction date of 1999 and a total size of 60,906 gross tons. The ship measures 778 feet in length. MS Volendam is included in Holland America's Rotterdam Class class. At full capacity, the MS Volendam holds 1,432 passengers. That includes 785 cruise vacationers and 647 staff members. The MS Volendam total number of staterooms is 716.

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