MS Westerdam itinerary map for February 28, 2027
MS Westerdam

14 Night Southern Japan on Holland America MS Westerdam

February 28, 2027

MS Westerdam February 28, 2027

The MS Westerdam February 28, 2027 cruise departs from Tokyo, Japan. On this 14 Night Southern Japan (Tokyo Roundtrip) sailing, the MS Westerdam will visit a total of 11 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Sunday, Feb 28th and returns on Sunday, Mar 14th, 2027.

Cruise Length
14
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Tokyo
Japan
Port Stops
11
Sea Days
2

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MS Westerdam · February 28, 2027

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Cruise Itinerary Map

MS Westerdam · February 28, 2027

The MS Westerdam sails on February 28, 2027 for a 14 Night Southern Japan (Tokyo Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Tokyo, Japan at 6:00 PM and will return to the port of Tokyo, Japan on Mar 14th at 8:00 AM. During the 15-day journey, the MS Westerdam will visit 10 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

14 Night Southern Japan (Tokyo Roundtrip)

  • FEB28
    Tokyo, Japan
    Tokyo, Japan
    A: — - D: 6:00 PM
  • MAR01
    Shimizu, Japan
    Shimizu, Japan
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • MAR02
    Osaka, Japan
    Osaka, Japan
    A: 9:00 AM - D: —
  • FEB28
    Osaka, Japan
    Osaka, Japan
    A: — - D: 8:00 PM
  • MAR04
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR05
    Kagoshima, Japan
    Kagoshima, Japan
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • MAR06
    Nagasaki, Japan
    Nagasaki, Japan
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • MAR07
    Busan (Pusan), South Korea
    Busan (Pusan), South Korea
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 8:00 PM
  • MAR08
    Yeosu, South Korea
    Yeosu, South Korea
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • MAR09
    Hakata, Japan
    Hakata, Japan
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 8:00 PM
  • FEB28
    Cruise Kanmon Straits, Japan
    Cruise Kanmon Straits, Japan
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR11
    Hiroshima, Japan
    Hiroshima, Japan
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • MAR12
    Kochi, Japan
    Kochi, Japan
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • MAR13
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR14
    Tokyo, Japan
    Tokyo, Japan
    A: 8:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

February 28, 2027 · 14 Night Southern Japan (Tokyo Roundtrip)

Tokyo, Japan
Day 1Sunday, Feb 28

Tokyo, Japan

Arrival:Departure: 6:00 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.

Shimizu, Japan
Day 2Monday, Mar 1

Shimizu, Japan

Arrival: 7:00 AMDeparture: 3:00 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.

Osaka, Japan
Day 3Tuesday, Mar 2

Osaka, Japan

Arrival: 9:00 AMDeparture:

Osaka, Japan, provides docking at Osaka Port. Travelers explore Osaka Castle and Dotonbori’s vibrant food scene. Excursions visit Kyoto’s Kinkaku-ji Temple. Local markets sell takoyaki. The peak season, March to May, brings cherry blossoms and mild weather. Photography captures samurai castles and neon-lit canals. Dining onboard includes okonomiyaki, an Osaka favorite. Souvenirs, like tenugui cloths, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Kansai history. Light layers suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Osaka’s dynamic urban culture offers a vibrant Japanese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks, culinary delights, and modern energy, making Osaka an engaging destination for exploring Japan’s Kansai region and cultural heritage.

Osaka, Japan
Day 4Wednesday, Mar 3

Osaka, Japan

Arrival:Departure: 8:00 PM

Osaka, Japan, provides docking at Osaka Port. Travelers explore Osaka Castle and Dotonbori’s vibrant food scene. Excursions visit Kyoto’s Kinkaku-ji Temple. Local markets sell takoyaki. The peak season, March to May, brings cherry blossoms and mild weather. Photography captures samurai castles and neon-lit canals. Dining onboard includes okonomiyaki, an Osaka favorite. Souvenirs, like tenugui cloths, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Kansai history. Light layers suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Osaka’s dynamic urban culture offers a vibrant Japanese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks, culinary delights, and modern energy, making Osaka an engaging destination for exploring Japan’s Kansai region and cultural heritage.

At Sea
Day 5Thursday, Mar 4

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PMDeparture: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Kagoshima, Japan
Day 6Friday, Mar 5

Kagoshima, Japan

Arrival: 7:00 AMDeparture: 4:00 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.

Nagasaki, Japan
Day 7Saturday, Mar 6

Nagasaki, Japan

Arrival: 7:00 AMDeparture: 7:00 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.

Busan (Pusan), South Korea
Day 8Sunday, Mar 7

Busan (Pusan), South Korea

Arrival: 7:00 AMDeparture: 8:00 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.

Yeosu, South Korea
Day 9Monday, Mar 8

Yeosu, South Korea

Arrival: 7:00 AMDeparture: 4:00 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.

Hakata, Japan
Day 10Tuesday, Mar 9

Hakata, Japan

Arrival: 7:00 AMDeparture: 8:00 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.

Cruise Kanmon Straits, Japan
Day 11Sunday, Feb 28

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.

Hiroshima, Japan
Day 12Thursday, Mar 11

Hiroshima, Japan

Arrival: 6:00 AMDeparture: 5:00 PM

Hiroshima, Japan, has docking at Hiroshima Port. Travelers explore Peace Memorial Park and Atomic Bomb Dome. Excursions visit Miyajima’s floating Itsukushima Shrine. Local markets sell okonomiyaki. The peak season, March to May, brings cherry blossoms. Photography captures historic sites and island shrines. Dining onboard includes Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki. Souvenirs, like peace cranes, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover WWII history. Light layers suit the temperate climate. Comfortable shoes enhance park walks. Hiroshima’s poignant history offers a profound Japanese stop, blending peace advocacy with cultural heritage.

Kochi, Japan
Day 13Friday, Mar 12

Kochi, Japan

Arrival: 7:00 AMDeparture: 4:00 PM

Kochi, Japan, has docking at Kochi Port. Travelers explore Kochi Castle’s samurai history. Excursions visit Katsurahama Beach and Ryugado Cave. Local markets sell bonito flakes. The peak season, March to May, brings mild weather. Photography captures castle views and Pacific shores. Dining onboard includes katsuo tataki, a local seared tuna. Souvenirs, like yosakoi crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Shikoku’s history. Light layers suit the temperate climate. Comfortable shoes enhance castle tours. Kochi’s coastal heritage offers a serene Japanese stop, blending samurai history with scenic beauty.

At Sea
Day 14Saturday, Mar 13

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PMDeparture: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Tokyo, Japan
Day 15Sunday, Mar 14

Tokyo, Japan

Arrival: 8:00 AMDeparture:

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.

Weather Forecast

MS Westerdam - February 28, 2027 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Tokyo, Japan

February

Typical Weather

69°F

Average High

27°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.10in

Daily average

2.9 in monthly total

Shore Excursions

Explore the most popular excursion options at each port.

From beach breaks and snorkeling to local food tours and cultural landmarks, these shore excursions help you make the most of every stop. Browse by port below to compare top-rated options and plan your day before you board.

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
90 / 100
safer than 90% of all cruises
90
9
/ 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
Osaka, Japan
Osaka
Osaka is a safe destination for cruise travelers, featuring low crime rates and a strong police presence in tourist areas.
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
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
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
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
Hiroshima, Japan
Hiroshima
Hiroshima is a safe destination for cruise travelers, with low crime rates and a focus on public safety and traffic regulations.
9
/ 10
Kochi, Japan
Kochi
Kochi, Japan, features low crime rates and strong public safety measures, providing a secure environment for cruise travelers.

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 February 28, 2027?

This is a 14-night cruise itinerary departing from Tokyo, Japan.

What ports does the MS Westerdam visit on the February 28, 2027 cruise?

This route includes tokyo-japan, shimizu-japan, osaka-japan, kagoshima-japan, nagasaki-japan, busan-south-korea, yeosu-south-korea, hakata-japan, cruise-kanmon-straits-japan, hiroshima-japan, kochi-japan.

How many sea days are included on this MS Westerdam February 28, 2027 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 2 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the MS Westerdam sailing on February 28, 2027?

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