MS Westerdam - 12/20/2025
The December 20, 2025 cruise on the MS Westerdam departs from Singapore. On this 15 Night Indonesian Holiday (Singapore Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 10 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The MS Westerdam sets sail on Saturday, Dec 20th and returns on Sunday, Jan 4th.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the MS Westerdam cruise ship departing December 20, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $2,129 ($142 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $2,137 ($143 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 0%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
MS Westerdam - December 20, 2025 - 15 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dec 19th | Singapore |
| 2 | Dec 21st | Port Klang (kuala Lumpur), Malaysia |
| 3 | Dec 21st | At Sea |
| 4 | Dec 22nd | At Sea |
| 5 | Dec 24th | Surabaya, Java, Indonesia |
| 6 | Dec 25th | Probolinggo, East Java, Indonesia |
| 7 | Dec 26th | Benoa, Bali, Indonesia |
| 8 | Dec 19th | Benoa, Bali, Indonesia |
| 9 | Dec 28th | Komodo Island, Indonesia |
| 10 | Dec 29th | Lembar, Lombok, Indonesia |
| 11 | Dec 29th | At Sea |
| 12 | Dec 31st | Semarang, Java, Indonesia |
| 13 | Jan 1st | Tanjung Priok (jakarta), Indonesia |
| 14 | Dec 19th | Cruise Krakatoa Volcano, Indonesia |
| 15 | Jan 2nd | At Sea |
| 16 | Jan 4th | Singapore |
The MS Westerdam sails on December 20, 2025 for a 15 Night Indonesian Holiday (Singapore Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Singapore at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Singapore on Jan 4th at 6:00 AM. During the 16-day journey, the MS Westerdam will visit 9 additional ports and will spend 4 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 Westerdam
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.
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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. Singapore’s 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)
Port Klang, Malaysia, has docking at Port Klang with excursions to Kuala Lumpur. Travelers explore Petronas Towers and Batu Caves. Excursions visit Chinatown’s markets. Local markets sell durians. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather. Photography captures urban skylines and limestone caves. Dining onboard includes nasi lemak, a Malaysian favorite. Souvenirs, like batik fabrics, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Malaysian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate. Comfortable shoes enhance city tours. Port Klang’s access to Kuala Lumpur offers a vibrant Malaysian stop, blending urban energy with cultural richness.
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!
Surabaya, Java, Indonesia, offers docking at Tanjung Perak Port. Travelers explore House of Sampoerna and Heroes Monument. Excursions visit Trowulan’s Majapahit ruins. Local markets sell soto ayam. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather for city tours. Photography captures colonial architecture and Java Sea vistas. Dining onboard includes nasi goreng, an Indonesian favorite. Souvenirs, like batik crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Javanese history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Surabaya’s cultural allure offers a vibrant Indonesian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites and urban heritage, making Surabaya an engaging destination.
Probolinggo, East Java, Indonesia, offers docking at Probolinggo Port. Travelers explore Mount Bromo’s volcanic crater and Madakaripura Waterfall. Excursions visit Taman Safari’s wildlife park. Local markets sell soto ayam. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather for volcano tours. Photography captures ash landscapes and jungle cascades. Dining onboard includes nasi goreng, an Indonesian favorite. Souvenirs, like batik fabrics, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Javanese culture. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance hikes. Probolinggo’s volcanic allure offers a vibrant Indonesian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural wonders and cultural heritage, making Probolinggo an engaging destination for exploring East Java’s dramatic landscapes.
Benoa, Bali, Indonesia, docks at Benoa Port, 10 kilometers from Denpasar, with shuttles or taxis for 20-minute rides. Travelers visit Uluwatu Temple, a 11th-century clifftop shrine, 30 minutes south. Local markets sell batik sarongs. Excursions to Ubud, 1 hour north, explore rice terraces and monkey forests. Tanah Lot, 45 minutes northwest, features a sea temple. Peak season June to September; taxis 50,000-100,000 IDR. Dining includes babi guling at warungs. Souvenirs feature silver jewelry.
Benoa, Bali, Indonesia, docks at Benoa Port, 10 kilometers from Denpasar, with shuttles or taxis for 20-minute rides. Travelers visit Uluwatu Temple, a 11th-century clifftop shrine, 30 minutes south. Local markets sell batik sarongs. Excursions to Ubud, 1 hour north, explore rice terraces and monkey forests. Tanah Lot, 45 minutes northwest, features a sea temple. Peak season June to September; taxis 50,000-100,000 IDR. Dining includes babi guling at warungs. Souvenirs feature silver jewelry.
Komodo Island, Indonesia, has no docking; ships anchor offshore with tenders to Loh Liang. Travelers explore Komodo National Park’s dragons. Excursions snorkel Pink Beach’s reefs. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, April to October, brings dry weather. Photography captures dragons and coral reefs. Dining onboard includes sate lilit, an Indonesian dish. Souvenirs, like dragon carvings, are sold in ship shops. Briefings enforce park rules. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate. Sturdy shoes enhance dragon treks. Komodo Island’s wild beauty offers a vibrant Indonesian stop, blending wildlife with marine splendor.
Lembar, Lombok, Indonesia, has docking at Lembar Port. Travelers explore Sasak villages and Tanjung Aan Beach. Excursions visit Pura Lingsar’s temple. Local markets sell woven textiles. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather. Photography captures rice terraces and turquoise bays. Dining onboard includes ayam taliwang, a Lombok dish. Souvenirs, like pearl crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Sasak culture. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate. Comfortable shoes enhance village tours. Lembar’s island allure offers a vibrant Indonesian stop, blending culture with coastal beauty.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Semarang, Java, Indonesia, offers docking at Tanjung Emas Port. Travelers explore Borobudur’s UNESCO temple and Sam Poo Kong. Excursions visit Ambarawa’s railway museum. Local markets sell lumpia. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather for cultural tours. Photography captures ancient stupas and Java Sea vistas. Dining onboard includes soto ayam, an Indonesian favorite. Souvenirs, like batik crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Javanese history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance temple walks. Semarang’s cultural allure offers a vibrant Indonesian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic temples and colonial heritage, making Semarang an engaging destination for exploration.
Tanjung Priok (Jakarta), Indonesia, offers docking at Tanjung Priok Port. Travelers explore Old Batavia and National Monument. Excursions visit Bogor’s botanical gardens. Local markets sell gado-gado. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather for city tours. Photography captures colonial buildings and Java Sea vistas. Dining onboard includes rendang, an Indonesian favorite. Souvenirs, like wayang puppets, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Javanese history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Tanjung Priok’s urban allure offers a vibrant Indonesian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites and cultural heritage, making Tanjung Priok an engaging destination for exploring Jakarta.
Krakatoa Volcano, Indonesia, no docking; ships anchor offshore with zodiacs to Anak Krakatau. Travelers view active crater from zodiacs. Lectures cover 1883 eruption. No landings; provisions from ship. Peak season May to October; eruptions variable. Photography captures steaming vents. Dining onboard features nasi goreng. Souvenirs, like volcano postcards, in ship shops. Briefings on safety. Binoculars recommended. Krakatoa’s reborn cone commemorates one of history’s largest eruptions.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
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. Singapore’s 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)