MS Westerdam itinerary map for September 12, 2027 (7 nights)
MS Westerdam itinerary map for September 12, 2027 (7 nights)
7 nights · 7 ports
Round-trip · Vancouver, British Columbia
Holland AmericaMS Westerdam

MS Westerdam
September 12, 2027

7-Night Alaska Inside Passage aboard MS Westerdam · Departing September 12, 2027 from the Port of Vancouver, British Columbia.

Interior from$1,017/ guest · taxes & fees incl.
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// AT A GLANCE

This 7-night cruise aboard the MS Westerdam departs from Vancouver, British Columbia on Sunday, September 12, 2027 and returns on Sunday, Sep 19th. September weather across this route averages 73°/34°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 8.5 out of 10, averaged across 7 ports.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
8.5OUT OF 10
SAFE TIER
Safer than 85% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
01
7
night cruise
Sun → Sun
02
Vancouver
departure port
British Columbia
03
7
port stops
Passage
04
1
sea day
Day 7
// ON THIS PAGE07 SECTIONS
// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

MS Westerdam September 12, 2027 Price & Tracking

MS WESTERDAM·SEPTEMBER 12, 2027

The graph below tracks historic price of the MS Westerdam cruise ship departing September 12, 2027. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,017 ($146 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,016 ($146 per night), this represents a recent increase of 0%.

MS Westerdam cruise departing September 12, 20277-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $1,017 ($146 per night). Average price: $1,016.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $1,015
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
MS Westerdam · September 12, 2027
$1,017
$146 per night · 7 nights
0% above average
Avg $1,015

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// 03 · ITINERARY

7 Night Alaska Inside Passage (Vancouver To Seattle) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapSEPTEMBER 12, 2027
The MS Westerdam sails on September 12, 2027 for a 7 Night Alaska Inside Passage (Vancouver To Seattle) (Vancouver Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Vancouver, British Columbia at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Seattle, Washington on Sep 19th at 7:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the MS Westerdam will visit 6 additional ports and will spend 1 day at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
MS Westerdam
SEPTEMBER 12, 2027
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7 NIGHTS · 6 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · VANCOUVER
// 04 · PORTS

7 Night Alaska Inside Passage (Vancouver To Seattle) Port List

MS Westerdam·September 12, 2027
Vancouver, British Columbia — Day 1 of MS Westerdam September 12, 2027 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
SUNDAY·SEP 12

Vancouver

British Columbia
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
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.

Cruise Inside Passage, Alaska — Day 2 of MS Westerdam September 12, 2027 cruise
DAY
2
PORT 1
SUNDAY·SEP 12

Cruise Inside Passage

Alaska
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE

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.

Juneau, Alaska — Day 3 of MS Westerdam September 12, 2027 cruise
DAY
3
PORT 2
TUESDAY·SEP 14

Juneau

Alaska
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
1:00 PM
10:00 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.

Skagway, Alaska — Day 4 of MS Westerdam September 12, 2027 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
WEDNESDAY·SEP 15

Skagway

Alaska
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
8:00 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.

Cruise Glacier Bay — Day 5 of MS Westerdam September 12, 2027 cruise
DAY
5
PORT 4
THURSDAY·SEP 16

Cruise Glacier Bay

ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
4:00 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.

Ketchikan, Alaska — Day 6 of MS Westerdam September 12, 2027 cruise
DAY
6
PORT 5
FRIDAY·SEP 17

Ketchikan

Alaska
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
11:00 AM
7:00 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.

Seattle, Washington — Day 8 of MS Westerdam September 12, 2027 cruise
DAY
8
DISEMBARKATION
SUNDAY·SEP 19

Seattle

Washington
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM

Seattle, Washington, offers docking at Pier 91. Travelers explore Pike Place Market and Space Needle. Excursions include whale-watching in Puget Sound. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures urban landmarks and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes Dungeness crab, a Washington favorite. Souvenirs, like native crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Salish history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Seattle’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic markets and scenic waterways, making Seattle an engaging destination for exploration.

// 05 · WEATHER

7 Night Alaska Inside Passage (Vancouver To Seattle) Weather Forecast

MS Westerdam·September 12, 2027
SEP FORECAST · VANCOUVER
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
63°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
88°
AVG LOW
37°
AVG RAINFALL
4.8"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT VANCOUVER
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
63°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

MS Westerdam September 12, 2027 Excursions

MS Westerdam·September 12, 2027

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.

// BROWSE BY PORT
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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

7 Night Alaska Inside Passage (Vancouver To Seattle)

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 AVERAGE
SAFE TIER
0OUT OF 100
LOWHIGH
Safer than 85% of all cruises
8.5/10 itinerary average · ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
// HOW WE SCORE
Four signals, weighted by recency.

Scores combine recent crime reports, government travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and port-specific security incidents. Refreshed monthly.

8.0 – 10.0
Safe — Low-risk; standard precautions apply.
6.5 – 7.9
Moderate — Generally safe with normal vigilance.
5.0 – 6.4
Caution — Stay alert; avoid certain areas after dark.
0 – 4.9
High caution — Significant risk; book guided excursions.
REFRESHED MONTHLY
// PORT-BY-PORT BREAKDOWN07 PORTS
01

Vancouver 🇨🇦

British Columbia · CanadaSAFE

Vancouver is generally safe for cruise travelers, but visitors should remain vigilant against petty theft in busy urban areas.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
02

Cruise Inside Passage 🇺🇸

Alaska · United StatesSAFE

The Cruise Inside Passage in Alaska is a safe destination where travelers can explore while remaining secure on their cruise ship.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

Juneau 🇺🇸

Alaska · United StatesSAFE

Juneau is a safe cruise destination with low crime, good infrastructure, and designated tourist areas, but be cautious of environmental hazards.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

Skagway 🇺🇸

Alaska · United StatesSAFE

Skagway is a safe cruise port with low crime rates, though travelers should exercise caution in isolated areas.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
05

Cruise Glacier Bay 🇺🇸

United States · United StatesSAFE

Passengers remain aboard their cruise ships in Glacier Bay, ensuring a safe experience while enjoying the scenic views.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
06

Ketchikan 🇺🇸

Alaska · United StatesSAFE

Ketchikan offers a safe environment for travelers with a strong police presence, low crime rates, and standard precautions advised for wildlife.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
07

Seattle 🇺🇸

Washington · United StatesMODERATE

Travelers in Seattle should stay vigilant and secure their belongings, as some downtown areas may have higher risks of petty theft.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

MS Westerdam Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsHOLLAND AMERICA
MS Westerdam
HOLLAND AMERICA · VISTA CLASS
CHRISTENED
2004
STATEROOMS
982
TONNAGE
82,305GT
2.1% BELOW AVG· vs avg 84,029 GT
YEAR BUILT
2004
4 YEARS OLDER· vs avg 2008
LENGTH
936ft
1.5% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 922 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
1,964cruisers
8.9% BELOW AVG· vs avg 2,157 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP

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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// 09 · FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for yourMS Westerdam·September 12, 2027sailing
  • The lowest currently-tracked fare for this sailing is $1,017 for an Inside cabin. Pricing is updated daily — see the live price chart above for the latest snapshots.

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