MS Westerdam itinerary map for October 24, 2026
MS Westerdam

15 Night Japan & South Korea Discovery on Holland America MS Westerdam

October 24, 2026

MS Westerdam October 24, 2026

The MS Westerdam October 24, 2026 cruise departs from Tokyo, Japan. On this 15 Night Japan & South Korea Discovery (Tokyo Roundtrip) sailing, the MS Westerdam will visit a total of 11 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Saturday, Oct 24th and returns on Sunday, Nov 8th, 2026.

Cruise Length
15
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Tokyo
Japan
Port Stops
11
Sea Days
3
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MS Westerdam · October 24, 2026

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MS Westerdam · October 24, 2026

The MS Westerdam sails on October 24, 2026 for a 15 Night Japan & South Korea Discovery (Tokyo Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Tokyo, Japan at 7:00 PM and will return to the port of Tokyo, Japan on Nov 8th at 7:00 AM. During the 16-day journey, the MS Westerdam will visit 10 additional ports and will spend 3 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

15 Night Japan & South Korea Discovery (Tokyo Roundtrip)

  • OCT24
    Tokyo, Japan
    Tokyo, Japan
    A: — - D: 7:00 PM
  • OCT25
    Shimizu, Japan
    Shimizu, Japan
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • OCT26
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT27
    Kagoshima, Japan
    Kagoshima, Japan
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • OCT28
    Nagasaki, Japan
    Nagasaki, Japan
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 8:00 PM
  • OCT29
    Yeosu, South Korea
    Yeosu, South Korea
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • OCT30
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT31
    Incheon (seoul). South Korea
    Incheon (seoul). South Korea
    A: 8:00 AM - D: —
  • OCT24
    Incheon (seoul). South Korea
    Incheon (seoul). South Korea
    A: — - D: 2:00 PM
  • NOV02
    Jeju City, Jeju-Do, (cheju-Do), South Korea
    Jeju City, Jeju-Do, (cheju-Do), South Korea
    A: 11:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • NOV03
    Busan (Pusan), South Korea
    Busan (Pusan), South Korea
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • NOV04
    Hakata, Japan
    Hakata, Japan
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • OCT24
    Cruise Kanmon Straits, Japan
    Cruise Kanmon Straits, Japan
    A: — - D: —
  • NOV06
    Kobe (kyoto), Japan
    Kobe (kyoto), Japan
    A: 5:30 AM - D: 10:00 PM
  • NOV07
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • NOV08
    Tokyo, Japan
    Tokyo, Japan
    A: 7:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

October 24, 2026 · 15 Night Japan & South Korea Discovery (Tokyo Roundtrip)

Tokyo, Japan
Day 1•Saturday, Oct 24

Tokyo, Japan

Arrival: —•Departure: 7:00 PM

Tolanaro (Fort Dauphin), Madagascar, offers docking at Tolanaro Port. Travelers explore Nahampoana Reserve and Libanona Beach. Excursions include lemur-watching at Berenty Reserve. Local markets sell zebu curry. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures rainforests and Indian Ocean vistas. Dining onboard includes romazava, a Malagasy favorite. Souvenirs, like raffia crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Tsitongambarika history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance reserve walks. Tolanaro’s natural allure offers a vibrant Malagasy stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of unique wildlife and scenic beaches, making Tolanaro an engaging destination for exploration.

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Shimizu, Japan
Day 2•Sunday, Oct 25

Shimizu, Japan

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Shimizu, Japan, offers docking at Shimizu Port. Travelers explore Mount Fuji viewpoints and Nihondaira’s tea gardens. Excursions visit Shizuoka’s Toro Ruins. Local markets sell wasabi. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Fuji’s slopes and Suruga Bay vistas. Dining onboard includes unagi, a Japanese favorite. Souvenirs, like tea crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Shizuoka history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance garden walks. Shimizu’s scenic charm offers a vibrant Japanese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural beauty and cultural heritage, making Shimizu an engaging destination for exploring Japan’s Fuji region.

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At Sea
Day 3•Monday, Oct 26

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Kagoshima, Japan
Day 4•Tuesday, Oct 27

Kagoshima, Japan

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Kagoshima, Japan, has docking at Kagoshima Port. Travelers explore Sakurajima volcano’s active trails. Excursions visit Sengan-en Garden’s historic grounds. Local markets sell shochu. The peak season, March to May, brings cherry blossoms. Photography captures volcanic landscapes and coastal vistas. Dining onboard includes kurobuta pork, a Kagoshima specialty. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Kyushu’s history. Light layers suit the temperate climate. Sturdy shoes enhance volcano hikes. Kagoshima’s volcanic beauty offers a dynamic Japanese stop, blending nature with cultural heritage.

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Nagasaki, Japan
Day 5•Wednesday, Oct 28

Nagasaki, Japan

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 8:00 PM

Nagasaki, Japan, offers docking at Nagasaki Port. Travelers explore the Peace Park and Atomic Bomb Museum. Excursions visit Glover Garden’s colonial mansions. Local markets sell champon noodles. The peak season, March to May, brings cherry blossoms and mild weather. Photography captures historic sites and Dejima Island views. Dining onboard includes sara udon, a Nagasaki dish. Souvenirs, like castella cakes, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Nagasaki’s WWII history. Light layers suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance park walks. Nagasaki’s blend of history and resilience offers a poignant Japanese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of somber memorials, colonial heritage, and scenic harbors, making Nagasaki an engaging destination for exploring Japan’s cultural and historical depth on Kyushu Island.

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Yeosu, South Korea
Day 6•Thursday, Oct 29

Yeosu, South Korea

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Yeosu, South Korea, offers docking at Yeosu Port. Travelers explore Odongdo Island and Hyangiram Hermitage. Excursions visit Suncheon Bay’s wetlands. Local markets sell hoe. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures camellia islands and Sea of Japan vistas. Dining onboard includes bibimbap, a Korean favorite. Souvenirs, like seaweed crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Jeolla history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while sturdy shoes enhance hermitage hikes. Yeosu’s coastal charm offers a vibrant South Korean stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic islands and cultural heritage, making Yeosu an engaging destination for exploration.

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At Sea
Day 7•Friday, Oct 30

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Incheon (seoul). South Korea
Day 8•Saturday, Oct 31

Incheon (seoul). South Korea

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: —

Incheon, South Korea, has docking at Incheon Port with excursions to Seoul. Travelers explore Gyeongbokgung Palace and Myeongdong markets. Excursions visit DMZ’s historic sites. Local markets sell kimchi. The peak season, April to June, brings mild weather. Photography captures palaces and urban skylines. Dining onboard includes bulgogi, a Korean favorite. Souvenirs, like hanbok dolls, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Korean history. Light layers suit the temperate climate. Comfortable shoes enhance city tours. Incheon’s access to Seoul offers a vibrant South Korean stop, blending culture with modern energy.

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Incheon (seoul). South Korea
Day 9•Sunday, Nov 1

Incheon (seoul). South Korea

Arrival: —•Departure: 2:00 PM

Incheon, South Korea, has docking at Incheon Port with excursions to Seoul. Travelers explore Gyeongbokgung Palace and Myeongdong markets. Excursions visit DMZ’s historic sites. Local markets sell kimchi. The peak season, April to June, brings mild weather. Photography captures palaces and urban skylines. Dining onboard includes bulgogi, a Korean favorite. Souvenirs, like hanbok dolls, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Korean history. Light layers suit the temperate climate. Comfortable shoes enhance city tours. Incheon’s access to Seoul offers a vibrant South Korean stop, blending culture with modern energy.

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Jeju City, Jeju-Do, (cheju-Do), South Korea
Day 10•Monday, Nov 2

Jeju City, Jeju-Do, (cheju-Do), South Korea

Arrival: 11:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Jeju City, South Korea, has docking at Jeju Port. Travelers explore Seongsan Ilchulbong’s volcanic crater. Excursions visit Manjanggul Lava Tube. Local markets sell tangerines. The peak season, April to June, brings mild weather. Photography captures volcanic landscapes and coastal vistas. Dining onboard includes haemul jeongol, a seafood hotpot. Souvenirs, like lava stone crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Jeju’s geology. Light clothing suits the temperate climate. Sturdy shoes enhance hikes. Jeju City’s volcanic beauty offers a vibrant South Korean stop, immersing travelers in its natural wonders.

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Busan (Pusan), South Korea
Day 11•Tuesday, Nov 3

Busan (Pusan), South Korea

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Busan, South Korea, in the southeast, sits on the Korea Strait, facing the Sea of Japan. The port is near Jagalchi Fish Market, where fresh seafood is sold daily. Haeundae Beach offers urban waterfront access, while Beomeosa Temple, in the forested hills, provides cultural history. The Gamcheon Culture Village, with colorful houses, draws visitors for its art and narrow alleys. Busan’s port history as a trading hub is evident in its maritime museum. The nearby Nakdong River Estuary is a birdwatching site, and the city’s coastal cliffs offer walking trails with ocean views.

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Hakata, Japan
Day 12•Wednesday, Nov 4

Hakata, Japan

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Hakata, Japan, offers docking at Hakata Port. Travelers explore Fukuoka’s Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine and Canal City. Excursions visit Yanagawa’s canals for boat rides. Local markets sell hakata ramen. The peak season, March to May, brings cherry blossoms. Photography captures shrines and urban vibrancy. Dining onboard includes tonkotsu ramen, a local specialty. Souvenirs, like furoshiki cloths, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Kyushu’s history. Light layers suit the temperate climate. Comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Hakata’s cultural richness offers a dynamic Japanese stop, blending tradition with modern energy.

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Cruise Kanmon Straits, Japan
Day 13•Saturday, Oct 24

Cruise Kanmon Straits, Japan

Arrival: —•Departure: —

Kanmon Straits, Japan, no docking; ships transit the narrow strait. Travelers spot fishing boats. Lectures cover WWII history. No facilities; provisions from ship. Peak season April to October; tides affect. Photography captures Shimonoseki bridges. Dining onboard includes fugu. Souvenirs, like strait postcards, in ship shops. Briefings on navigation. The straits connect Honshu and Kyushu efficiently.

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Kobe (kyoto), Japan
Day 14•Friday, Nov 6

Kobe (kyoto), Japan

Arrival: 5:30 AM•Departure: 10:00 PM

Kobe, Japan, has docking at Kobe Port with excursions to Kyoto. Travelers explore Kyoto’s Kinkaku-ji Temple and Fushimi Inari Shrine. Excursions visit Arashiyama’s bamboo forest. Local markets sell matcha sweets. The peak season, March to May, brings cherry blossoms. Photography captures temples and gardens. Dining onboard includes kaiseki, a Japanese multi-course meal. Souvenirs, like sensu fans, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Kyoto’s history. Light layers suit the temperate climate. Comfortable shoes enhance temple tours. Kobe’s access to Kyoto offers a profound Japanese stop, blending heritage with cultural richness.

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At Sea
Day 15•Saturday, Nov 7

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Tokyo, Japan
Day 16•Sunday, Nov 8

Tokyo, Japan

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: —

Tolanaro (Fort Dauphin), Madagascar, offers docking at Tolanaro Port. Travelers explore Nahampoana Reserve and Libanona Beach. Excursions include lemur-watching at Berenty Reserve. Local markets sell zebu curry. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures rainforests and Indian Ocean vistas. Dining onboard includes romazava, a Malagasy favorite. Souvenirs, like raffia crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Tsitongambarika history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance reserve walks. Tolanaro’s natural allure offers a vibrant Malagasy stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of unique wildlife and scenic beaches, making Tolanaro an engaging destination for exploration.

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Weather Forecast

MS Westerdam - October 24, 2026 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Tokyo, Japan

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October

Typical Weather

86°F

Average High

45°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.31in

Daily average

9.7 in monthly total

Shore Excursions

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Itinerary Safety Score

Based on 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.

Itinerary Safety Rank
89 / 100
safer than 89% of all cruises
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/ 10
Tokyo, Japan
Tokyo
Tokyo is exceptionally safe for cruise travelers, featuring low crime rates and strong security measures despite urban traffic challenges.
9
/ 10
Shimizu, Japan
Shimizu
Shimizu, Japan, offers a safe environment for travelers with low crime rates and well-maintained facilities, ensuring a secure visit.
9
/ 10
Kagoshima, Japan
Kagoshima
Kagoshima is a safe port city for tourists, featuring a low crime rate and a welcoming atmosphere for confident exploration.
9
/ 10
Nagasaki, Japan
Nagasaki
Nagasaki offers a safe environment for travelers, with low crime rates and a friendly community, ensuring a secure visit with standard precautions.
9
/ 10
Yeosu, South Korea
Yeosu
Yeosu is a safe cruise port with low crime rates, well-maintained tourist areas, and a welcoming community for travelers.
9
/ 10
Incheon (seoul). South Korea
Incheon
Incheon offers a secure environment for travelers, featuring low crime rates, a strong police presence, and efficient public services.
9
/ 10
Jeju City, Jeju-Do, (cheju-Do), South Korea
Jeju City
Jeju City is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, allowing travelers to explore confidently despite minor petty theft risks.
9
/ 10
Busan (Pusan), South Korea
Busan
Busan is a safe destination for travelers, with low crime rates and a strong police presence, though caution is advised in crowded areas.
9
/ 10
Hakata, Japan
Hakata
Hakata, Japan, is known for its low crime rates and welcoming atmosphere, providing a safe environment for tourists to explore.
10
/ 10
Cruise Kanmon Straits, Japan
Kanmon Straits
Cruise Kanmon Straits offers a secure environment with low crime rates, allowing travelers to enjoy their journey aboard the ships.
9
/ 10
Kobe (kyoto), Japan
Kobe
Kobe offers exceptional safety and low crime rates, ensuring a secure experience for cruise travelers exploring the area.

Cruise Ship

MS Westerdam

⚓ Tonnage

82,305

vs avg 84,029

🛠️ Year Built

2,004

vs avg 2,008

📏 Length (ft)

936

vs avg 922

👥 Passenger Count

1,964

vs avg 2,157

The MS Westerdam has a construction date of 2004 and a total size of 82,305 gross tons. The ship measures 936 feet in length. MS Westerdam is included in Holland America’s Vista Class class. At full capacity, the MS Westerdam holds 1,964 passengers. That includes 1,164 cruise vacationers and 800 staff members. The MS Westerdam total number of staterooms is 982.

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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the MS Westerdam sailing on October 24, 2026?

This is a 15-night cruise itinerary departing from Tokyo, Japan.

What ports does the MS Westerdam visit on the October 24, 2026 cruise?

This route includes tokyo-japan, shimizu-japan, kagoshima-japan, nagasaki-japan, yeosu-south-korea, incheon-seoul-south-korea, jeju-south-korea, busan-south-korea, hakata-japan, cruise-kanmon-straits-japan, kobe-kyoto-japan.

How many sea days are included on this MS Westerdam October 24, 2026 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 3 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the MS Westerdam sailing on October 24, 2026?

Cruise director assignment data is not currently available for this sail date.

How is the itinerary safety score calculated for this cruise?

The itinerary safety score combines port-level safety indicators such as travel advisories, local risk signals, and historical context into a single overall score for this specific route.

Can I track price drops for this MS Westerdam itinerary?

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Last Updated: Apr 5, 2026