7 Night Alaskan Explorer (Seattle Roundtrip)
MS Westerdam
MS Westerdam
June 2, 2024
7 Night Alaskan Explorer

MS Westerdam - 6/2/2024

The June 2, 2024 cruise on the MS Westerdam departs from Seattle, Washington. On this 7 Night Alaskan Explorer (Seattle Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 8 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The MS Westerdam sets sail on Sunday, Jun 2nd and returns on Sunday, Jun 9th.

Cruise Length
7
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Seattle
Washington
Port Stops
8
Sea Days
1

Cruise Pricing

The graph below tracks historic price of the MS Westerdam cruise ship departing June 2, 2024. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $529 ($76 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $665 ($96 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 21%.

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Inside Cabin
$529
21%
vs Avg $665

Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

MS Westerdam - June 2, 2024 - 7 Nights

DayDatePort
1Jun 2ndSeattle, Washington
1Jun 2ndCruise Puget Sound
2Jun 3rdAt Sea
3Jun 4thJuneau, Alaska
3Jun 2ndCruise Stephens Passage
4Jun 5thCruise Endicott Arm & Dawes Glacier
5Jun 6thSitka, Alaska
6Jun 7thKetchikan, Alaska
7Jun 8thVictoria, British Columbia
8Jun 9thSeattle, Washington

The MS Westerdam sails on June 2, 2024 for a 7 Night Alaskan Explorer (Seattle Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Seattle, Washington at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Seattle, Washington on Jun 9th at 7:00 AM. During the 10-day journey, the MS Westerdam will visit 7 additional ports and will spend 1 days at sea.

Cruise Ship

MS Westerdam Size Infographic

MS Westerdam

83 k
tonnage
936 ft
length
2004
year built
982
cabins
1,964
passengers
800
crew

MS WESTERDAM SIZE

The MS Westerdam has a construction date of 2004 and a total size of 82,305 gross tons. The ship measures 936 feet (285 meters) in length. MS Westerdam is included in Holland America’s Vista Class Class. At full capacity, the MS Westerdam holds 2,764 passengers. That includes 1,964 cruise vacationers and 800 staff members. The MS Westerdam total number of staterooms is 982.

MS Westerdam Size & Stats

  • Gross Tonnage:82,305 GT
  • Length:936 ft (285 m)
  • Beam:106 ft (32 m)
  • Draft:26 ft (8 m)
  • Max Speed:28 mph (24 kn)
  • Year Built:2004
  • Years Served:2004 - Present
  • Capacity:1,964
  • Crew Members:800
  • Total on Board:2,764
  • Total Staterooms:982
  • Flagged Country:Netherlands
  • Ship Cost:400 Million
  • Status:active

To see how this compares, click through to see MS Westerdam 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 Westerdam Deck Plans.

Cruise Ports

Day1
JUN 22024
United States
D:3:00 PM

Seattle, Washington, offers docking at Pier 91. Travelers explore Pike Place Market and Space Needle. Excursions include whale-watching in Puget Sound. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures urban landmarks and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes Dungeness crab, a Washington favorite. Souvenirs, like native crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Salish history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Seattle’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic markets and scenic waterways, making Seattle an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day1
N/A N/AN/A
United States

Puget Sound in Washington has no docking; ships cruise to Seattle. Travelers observe orcas breaching in open waters. Excursions explore Olympic National Park’s rainforests. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to September, brings mild weather; taxis cost 5-10 USD. Photography captures San Juan Islands’ rocky shores. Dining onboard includes clam chowder. Souvenirs, like totem replicas, are available in ship shops. Briefings cover marine ecosystems. Light layers suit coastal weather. Puget Sound’s islands and whales provide a scenic Pacific Northwest coastal experience.

Day2
JUN 32024
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day3
JUN 42024
United States
A:12:30 PMD:9:00 PM

Juneau, Alaska, offers docking at Juneau Port. Travelers explore Mendenhall Glacier and Mount Roberts Tramway. Excursions include whale-watching tours. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures glaciers and Inside Passage vistas. Dining onboard includes king crab, an Alaskan favorite. Souvenirs, like totem crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Tlingit history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while sturdy shoes enhance glacier hikes. Juneau’s natural charm offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of stunning glaciers and marine wildlife, making Juneau an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day3
N/A N/AN/A

Stephens Passage in Alaska’s Inside Passage has no docking; ships cruise its calm waters. Travelers observe humpback whales bubble-net feeding. Zodiacs explore Holkham Bay’s glaciers and wildlife. No facilities are present; provisions come from the ship. The peak season, June to August, brings rain and fog. Photography captures Admiralty Island’s forested shores. Dining onboard includes Dungeness crab. Souvenirs, like whale prints, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover marine ecosystems. Kayaking navigates serene bays. Waterproof gear is essential for wet weather. The passage’s rich marine life enhances Alaska’s coastal journey.

Day4
JUN 52024
A:8:00 AMD:1:00 PM

Cruise Endicott Arm & Dawes Glacier, Alaska, offers scenic cruising without docking. Travelers view Dawes Glacier and granite fjords from the ship. Excursions include zodiac tours for wildlife spotting. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for fjord cruising. Photography captures icebergs and Inside Passage vistas. Dining onboard includes salmon, an Alaskan favorite. Souvenirs, like glacier crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Tlingit history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while binoculars enhance wildlife viewing. Endicott Arm’s natural allure offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of glacial beauty and marine life, making Endicott Arm an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day5
JUN 62024
United States
A:8:00 AMD:4:00 PM

Sitka, Alaska, offers docking at Sitka Port. Travelers explore Sitka National Historical Park and St. Michael’s Cathedral. Excursions include whale-watching tours. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures totem poles and Inside Passage vistas. Dining onboard includes halibut, an Alaskan favorite. Souvenirs, like Tlingit crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Russian history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while sturdy shoes enhance park walks. Sitka’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of native heritage and scenic fjords, making Sitka an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day6
JUN 72024
United States
A:7:00 AMD:1:00 PM

Ketchikan, Alaska, offers docking at Ketchikan Port. Travelers explore Totem Bight Park and Creek Street. Excursions include Misty Fjords flights. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures totem poles and Inside Passage vistas. Dining onboard includes halibut, an Alaskan favorite. Souvenirs, like Tlingit crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Native Alaskan history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while sturdy shoes enhance historic walks. Ketchikan’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of native heritage and scenic fjords, making Ketchikan an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day7
JUN 82024
A:8:00 PMD:11:59 PM

Victoria, British Columbia, Canada, offers docking at Ogden Point Port. Travelers explore Butchart Gardens and Craigdarroch Castle. Excursions include whale-watching tours. Local markets sell Nanaimo bars. The peak season, June to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures floral gardens and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes salmon, a BC favorite. Souvenirs, like totem crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Salish history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance garden walks. Victoria’s scenic charm offers a vibrant Canadian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural beauty and historic landmarks, making Victoria an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day8
JUN 92024
United States
A:7:00 AM

Seattle, Washington, offers docking at Pier 91. Travelers explore Pike Place Market and Space Needle. Excursions include whale-watching in Puget Sound. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures urban landmarks and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes Dungeness crab, a Washington favorite. Souvenirs, like native crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Salish history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Seattle’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic markets and scenic waterways, making Seattle an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)