MS Volendam - 9/26/2026
The September 26, 2026 cruise on the MS Volendam departs from Montreal, Quebec. On this 12 Night Colonial New England: Montreal (Montreal To New York) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 11 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The MS Volendam sets sail on Saturday, Sep 26th and returns on Thursday, Oct 8th.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the MS Volendam cruise ship departing September 26, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $2,201 ($184 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $2,254 ($188 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 2%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
MS Volendam - September 26, 2026 - 12 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sep 26th | Montreal, Quebec |
| 2 | Sep 27th | Quebec City, Quebec |
| 3 | Sep 26th | Quebec City, Quebec |
| 4 | Sep 29th | Saguenay, Quebec, Canada |
| 5 | Sep 26th | Cruise Gulf Of St. Lawrence |
| 6 | Oct 1st | Gaspe, Quebec |
| 7 | Oct 2nd | Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island |
| 8 | Oct 3rd | Sydney, Nova Scotia |
| 9 | Oct 4th | Halifax, Nova Scotia |
| 10 | Oct 5th | At Sea |
| 11 | Oct 6th | Boston, Massachusetts |
| 12 | Oct 7th | Newport, Rhode Island |
| 13 | Oct 8th | New York, New York |
The MS Volendam sails on September 26, 2026 for a 12 Night Colonial New England: Montreal (Montreal To New York). The ship will depart the port of Montreal, Quebec at 7:00 PM and will return to the port of New York, New York on Oct 8th at 7:00 AM. During the 13-day journey, the MS Volendam will visit 10 additional ports and will spend 1 days at sea.
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
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)
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.
Gaspe, Quebec, has docking at Gaspé Port. Travelers explore Forillon National Park’s rugged cliffs and whale-watching tours. Excursions visit Percé Rock’s iconic limestone formation. Local markets sell maple syrup. The peak season, June to September, brings mild weather. Photography captures coastal vistas and rock formations. Dining onboard includes poutine, a Quebec favorite. Souvenirs, like Inuit carvings, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Acadian history. Light layers suit the cool climate. Binoculars enhance whale sightings. Gaspé’s dramatic coastline and wildlife provide a scenic Canadian stop, blending natural beauty with cultural heritage.
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)
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. (126 words)
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. (126 words)
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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. (126 words)
Newport, Rhode Island, offers docking at Newport Port. Travelers explore The Breakers and Cliff Walk. Excursions visit Providence’s RISD Museum. Local markets sell clam chowder. The peak season, June to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Gilded Age mansions and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes lobster rolls, a Rhode Island favorite. Souvenirs, like nautical crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Narragansett history. Light layers and waterproof boots suit the temperate climate, while sturdy shoes enhance cliff walks. Newport’s historic charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of opulent estates and scenic coasts, making Newport an engaging destination. (126 words)
New York, New York, offers docking at Manhattan Cruise Terminal. Travelers explore Statue of Liberty and Central Park. Excursions include Broadway shows. Local markets sell bagels. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures skyscrapers and Hudson River vistas. Dining onboard includes pastrami sandwiches, a New York favorite. Souvenirs, like I ❤️ NY crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Lenape history. Light layers suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. New York’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and cultural experiences, making New York an engaging destination. (126 words)