MS Volendam - 5/30/2026
The May 30, 2026 cruise on the MS Volendam departs from Cruise St. Lawrence River. On this 10 Night Canada & New England Circle: New France & Montreal (Montreal Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 8 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The MS Volendam sets sail on Saturday, May 30th and returns on Tuesday, Jun 9th.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the MS Volendam cruise ship departing May 30, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,799 ($180 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,744 ($175 per night), this represents a recent increase of 3%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
MS Volendam - May 30, 2026 - 10 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | May 30th | Cruise St. Lawrence River |
| 1 | May 30th | Montreal, Quebec |
| 2 | May 31st | Quebec City, Quebec |
| 3 | Jun 1st | Saguenay, Quebec, Canada |
| 4 | May 30th | Cruise Gulf Of St. Lawrence |
| 5 | Jun 3rd | Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island |
| 6 | Jun 4th | At Sea |
| 7 | Jun 5th | St. John's, Newfoundland |
| 8 | Jun 6th | St. Pierre & Miquelon |
| 9 | May 30th | Cruise Gulf Of St. Lawrence |
| 10 | May 30th | Cruise St. Lawrence River |
| 11 | Jun 9th | Montreal, Quebec |
The MS Volendam sails on May 30, 2026 for a 10 Night Canada & New England Circle: New France & Montreal (Montreal Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Cruise St. Lawrence River at N/A and will return to the port of Montreal, Quebec on Jun 9th at 7:00 AM. During the 12-day journey, the MS Volendam will visit 7 additional ports and will spend 1 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.
To check out the ship from top to bottom, click here for MS Volendam Deck Plans.
Cruise Ports
The St. Lawrence River in Canada has no docking; ships cruise from Quebec City to Montreal. Travelers spot beluga whales swimming near shores. Excursions to Old Quebec explore historic ramparts and French heritage. No facilities are available; provisions come from the ship. The peak season, June to September, peaks in fall for foliage. Photography captures river islands and cityscapes. Dining onboard features poutine. Souvenirs, like maple syrup, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover French colonial history. Light layers suit variable weather. The river’s cultural depth and wildlife offer Canada’s scenic waterway experience.
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. (126 words)
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. (126 words)
Saguenay, Quebec, Canada, offers docking at Saguenay Port. Travelers explore Saguenay Fjord and La Pulperie Museum. Excursions include whale-watching in Tadoussac. Local markets sell tourtière. The peak season, June to September, brings mild weather for fjord tours. Photography captures dramatic cliffs and St. Lawrence vistas. Dining onboard includes poutine, a Quebecois favorite. Souvenirs, like maple crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Quebec’s history. Light layers suit the temperate climate, while sturdy shoes enhance fjord hikes. Saguenay’s natural charm offers a vibrant Canadian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic fjords, cultural heritage, and wildlife adventures, making Saguenay an engaging destination for exploring Quebec’s wilderness.
Gulf of St. Lawrence, no docking; ships cruise Canada’s estuary. Travelers spot beluga whales. Zodiacs explore Saguenay Fjord. No facilities; provisions from ship. Peak season June to September; fog common. Photography captures Anticosti Island. Dining onboard includes lobster. Souvenirs, like whale postcards, in ship shops. Briefings on tides. Kayaking in fjords. Light layers for coastal weather. The gulf’s marine life and islands offer Atlantic Canada’s scenic sailing.
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. (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!
St. John’s, Newfoundland, Canada, offers docking at St. John’s Port. Travelers explore Signal Hill and Quidi Vidi village. Excursions include puffin-watching at Cape Spear. Local markets sell toutons. The peak season, June to September, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colorful rowhouses and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes cod au gratin, a Newfoundland favorite. Souvenirs, like Labradorite crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Viking history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while sturdy shoes enhance hill walks. St. John’s maritime charm offers a vibrant Canadian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites and scenic coasts, making St. John’s an engaging destination.
St. Pierre & Miquelon, France, offers docking at St. Pierre Port. Travelers explore Île aux Marins and L’Arche Museum. Excursions include boat tours to Miquelon. Local markets sell cod fritters. The peak season, June to September, brings mild weather for island tours. Photography captures colorful houses and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes tourtière, a French favorite. Souvenirs, like nautical crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Acadian history. Light layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while sturdy shoes enhance island walks. St. Pierre’s maritime charm offers a vibrant French stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites and scenic islands, making St. Pierre an engaging destination.
Gulf of St. Lawrence, no docking; ships cruise Canada’s estuary. Travelers spot beluga whales. Zodiacs explore Saguenay Fjord. No facilities; provisions from ship. Peak season June to September; fog common. Photography captures Anticosti Island. Dining onboard includes lobster. Souvenirs, like whale postcards, in ship shops. Briefings on tides. Kayaking in fjords. Light layers for coastal weather. The gulf’s marine life and islands offer Atlantic Canada’s scenic sailing.
The St. Lawrence River in Canada has no docking; ships cruise from Quebec City to Montreal. Travelers spot beluga whales swimming near shores. Excursions to Old Quebec explore historic ramparts and French heritage. No facilities are available; provisions come from the ship. The peak season, June to September, peaks in fall for foliage. Photography captures river islands and cityscapes. Dining onboard features poutine. Souvenirs, like maple syrup, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover French colonial history. Light layers suit variable weather. The river’s cultural depth and wildlife offer Canada’s scenic waterway experience.
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. (126 words)