MS Westerdam - May 17, 2026
The May 17, 2026 cruise on the MS Westerdam departs from Whittier (Anchorage), Alaska. On this 7 Night Glacier Discovery Southbound (Whittier To Vancouver) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 8 different cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The MS Westerdam sets sail on Sunday, May 17th and returns on Sunday, May 24th.
May 17, 2026
May 17th - May 24th
MS Westerdam
Holland America Cruise Line
7 Night Glacier Discovery Southbound
from Whittier (Anchorage), Alaska
Cruise Price - Historic & Current
The graph below tracks historic price of the MS Westerdam cruise ship departing May 17, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $859 ($123 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $859 ($123 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 0%.
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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
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Itinerary
MS Westerdam - May 17, 2026 - 7 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | May 17th | Whittier (Anchorage), Alaska |
| 2 | May 18th | Cruise Hubbard Glacier |
| 3 | May 19th | Cruise Glacier Bay |
| 4 | May 20th | Skagway, Alaska |
| 5 | May 21st | Juneau, Alaska |
| 6 | May 22nd | Ketchikan, Alaska |
| 7 | May 17th | Cruise Inside Passage, Alaska |
| 8 | May 24th | Vancouver, British Columbia |
Cruise Itinerary
The MS Westerdam sails on May 17, 2026 for a 7 Night Glacier Discovery Southbound (Whittier To Vancouver). The ship will depart the port of Whittier (Anchorage), Alaska at 8:00 PM and will return to the port of Vancouver, British Columbia on May 24th at 7:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the MS Westerdam will visit 7 additional ports and will spend 0 days at sea.
Whittier serves as a gateway to the glacier- and wildlife-filled Prince William Sound and it is now experiencing a Gold Rush of sorts as an alternative embarkation and disembarkation port to ship-crowded Seward.
The picturesque town of Skagway is famous for it's hospitality, sightseeing and recreational opportunities. Visitors can enjoy scenic views of Laughton glacier and Parsons Peak, or take an evening walk across the swinging foot bridge to Yakatania point, where bald eagles and harbor seals fish for supper. No matter what you decide to do, you will be amazed with the sights and activities in and around Skagway.
Alaska's capital city, Juneau, is located in Southeast Alaska. The Tongass Rain Forest climate provides Juneau with lush terrain and wildflowers. Visitors can find unparalleled glacier viewing from Tracy Arm Fjord, Mendenhall Glacier, the Juneau Icefield and Glacier Bay National Park, and outdoor enthusiasts will love Juneau's kayaking, dogsledding, rafting, biking, hiking and glacier hiking.
The first cruise ship appeared in Ketchikan 114 years ago, and it has been a favorite port ever since. You can tour the area by boat, bus, horse-drawn trolley, or even a restored 1955 Chevy. The most famous part of town is Creek Street. The homes once comprising the red light district are now filled with arts, crafts and gift shops. Totem poles are everywhere, with 24 at Saxman Native Totem Park.
Alaska's Inside Passage is awash with pristine water mountain views. A cruise among the fjords and islands takes you into prime habitat for bald eagles, sea lions, and whales. The Inside Passage is home to the totem poles of the Tlingit, Haida, and Tsimshian Indians, and Russian setters, as well as prospectors, lumberjacks, and fishermen. All have added to the tapestry of this area's history.
This metropolis is Canada's fastest growing city. Visit Gastown, a restored turn-of-the-century district where Vancouver's first saloon still stands. See trumpeter swans at Lost Lake, contemplate the ducks at Beaver Lagoon, or watch exotic aquatic creatures at the Stanley Park Aquarium. Climb the Lookout for a 360-degree view of the city.