7 Night Glacier Discovery Northbound (Vancouver To Whittier)
MS Westerdam
MS Westerdam
July 4, 2027
7 Night Glacier Discovery Northbound

MS Westerdam - 7/4/2027

The July 4, 2027 cruise on the MS Westerdam departs from Vancouver, British Columbia. On this 7 Night Glacier Discovery Northbound (Vancouver To Whittier) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 8 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The MS Westerdam sets sail on Sunday, Jul 4th and returns on Sunday, Jul 11th.

Cruise Length
7
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Vancouver
British Columbia
Port Stops
8
Sea Days
0

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Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

MS Westerdam - July 4, 2027 - 7 Nights

DayDatePort
1Jul 4thVancouver, British Columbia
2Jul 4thCruise Inside Passage, Alaska
3Jul 6thKetchikan, Alaska
4Jul 7thJuneau, Alaska
5Jul 8thSkagway, Alaska
6Jul 9thCruise Glacier Bay
7Jul 10thCruise College Fjord, Alaska
8Jul 11thWhittier (Anchorage), Alaska

The MS Westerdam sails on July 4, 2027 for a 7 Night Glacier Discovery Northbound (Vancouver To Whittier). The ship will depart the port of Vancouver, British Columbia at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Whittier (Anchorage), Alaska on Jul 11th at 1:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the MS Westerdam will visit 7 additional ports and will spend 0 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

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Cruise Ports

Day1
JUL 42027
D:4:00 PM

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, offers docking at Canada Place Port. Travelers explore Stanley Park and Gastown. Excursions visit Capilano Suspension Bridge. Local markets sell poutine. The peak season, June to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures urban parks and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes salmon, a BC favorite. Souvenirs, like Inuit crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Salish history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance park walks. Vancouver’s urban charm offers a vibrant Canadian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural beauty and cultural landmarks, making Vancouver an engaging destination for exploring Canada’s west coast. (126 words)

Day2
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Cruise Inside Passage, Alaska, offers scenic cruising without docking. Travelers view fjords and humpback whales 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 coastal cruising. Photography captures glaciers and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes salmon, 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 binoculars enhance wildlife viewing. Inside Passage’s natural allure offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of marine life and scenic fjords, making Inside Passage an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day3
JUL 62027
United States
A:6:30 AMD:3:00 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)

Day4
JUL 72027
United States
A:10:00 AMD:9:30 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)

Day5
JUL 82027
United States
A:7:00 AMD:9:00 PM

Skagway, Alaska, offers docking at Skagway Port. Travelers explore Klondike Gold Rush Park and White Pass Railway. Excursions include hiking Chilkoot Trail. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic railways and Inside Passage vistas. Dining onboard includes king crab, an Alaskan favorite. Souvenirs, like gold-themed crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Gold Rush history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while sturdy shoes enhance trail hikes. Skagway’s historic charm offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of gold rush heritage and scenic mountains, making Skagway an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day6
JUL 92027
United States
A:6:00 AMD:3:00 PM

Cruise Glacier Bay, Alaska, offers scenic cruising without docking. Travelers view Margerie Glacier and humpback whales from the ship. Excursions include ranger-led tours. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for glacier tours. 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 spotting. Glacier Bay’s natural allure offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of glacial landscapes and marine wildlife, making Glacier Bay an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day7
JUL 102027
A:6:00 PMD:8:00 PM

Cruise College Fjord, Alaska, no docking; ships cruise Prince William Sound. Travelers spot harbor seals. Lectures cover Harriman Expedition. No facilities; provisions from ship. Peak season June to August; weather unpredictable. Photography captures Harvard Glacier. Dining limited to ship. Souvenirs include glacier postcards.

Day8
JUL 112027
United States
A:1:00 AM

Whittier (Anchorage), Alaska, offers docking at Whittier Port with excursions to Anchorage. Travelers explore Chugach National Forest and Alaska Native Heritage Center. Excursions include glacier cruises. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures glaciers and Prince William Sound vistas. Dining onboard includes halibut, an Alaskan favorite. Souvenirs, like totem crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Chugach history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while sturdy shoes enhance forest walks. Whittier’s glacial charm offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural beauty and cultural heritage, making Whittier an engaging destination. (126 words)