MS Westerdam itinerary map for March 12, 2028
MS Westerdam

14 Night Australia & New Zealand on Holland America MS Westerdam

March 12, 2028

MS Westerdam March 12, 2028

The MS Westerdam March 12, 2028 cruise departs from Auckland, New Zealand. On this 14 Night Australia & New Zealand (Auckland To Sydney) sailing, the MS Westerdam will visit a total of 11 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Sunday, Mar 12th and returns on Sunday, Mar 26th, 2028.

Cruise Length
14
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Auckland
New Zealand
Port Stops
11
Sea Days
4
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MS Westerdam · March 12, 2028

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MS Westerdam · March 12, 2028

The MS Westerdam sails on March 12, 2028 for a 14 Night Australia & New Zealand (Auckland To Sydney). The ship will depart the port of Auckland, New Zealand at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Sydney, Australia on Mar 26th at 7:00 AM. During the 15-day journey, the MS Westerdam will visit 10 additional ports and will spend 4 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

14 Night Australia & New Zealand (Auckland To Sydney)

  • MAR12
    Auckland, New Zealand
    Auckland, New Zealand
    A: — - D: 5:00 PM
  • MAR13
    Tauranga, New Zealand
    Tauranga, New Zealand
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • MAR14
    Napier, New Zealand
    Napier, New Zealand
    A: 12:00 PM - D: 6:00 PM
  • MAR15
    Wellington, New Zealand
    Wellington, New Zealand
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • MAR16
    Picton, New Zealand
    Picton, New Zealand
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • MAR17
    Lyttleton (christchurch), New Zealand
    Lyttleton (christchurch), New Zealand
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • MAR18
    Port Chalmers (Dunedin), New Zealand
    Port Chalmers (Dunedin), New Zealand
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • MAR12
    Cruise Fjordland National Park
    Cruise Fjordland National Park
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR20
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR21
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR22
    Hobart, Tasmania, Australia
    Hobart, Tasmania, Australia
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • MAR23
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR24
    Melbourne, Australia
    Melbourne, Australia
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • MAR25
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR26
    Sydney, Australia
    Sydney, Australia
    A: 7:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

March 12, 2028 · 14 Night Australia & New Zealand (Auckland To Sydney)

Auckland, New Zealand
Day 1•Sunday, Mar 12

Auckland, New Zealand

Arrival: —•Departure: 5:00 PM

Auckland, New Zealand, offers docking at Auckland Port. Travelers explore Sky Tower and Waiheke Island. Excursions include Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Local markets sell pavlova. The peak season, December to February, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures urban harbors and Hauraki Gulf vistas. Dining onboard includes lamb, a Kiwi favorite. Souvenirs, like Maori crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Maori history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Auckland’s urban charm offers a vibrant New Zealand stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modern landmarks and scenic islands, making Auckland an engaging destination.

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Tauranga, New Zealand
Day 2•Monday, Mar 13

Tauranga, New Zealand

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Tauranga, New Zealand, offers docking at Tauranga Port. Travelers explore Mount Maunganui and Rotorua’s geothermal sites. Excursions include Maori cultural tours. Local markets sell pavlova. The peak season, December to February, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures geysers and Bay of Plenty vistas. Dining onboard includes lamb, a Kiwi favorite. Souvenirs, like jade crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Maori history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while sturdy shoes enhance geothermal hikes. Tauranga’s cultural charm offers a vibrant New Zealand stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural wonders and indigenous heritage, making Tauranga an engaging destination.

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Napier, New Zealand
Day 3•Tuesday, Mar 14

Napier, New Zealand

Arrival: 12:00 PM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Napier, New Zealand, offers docking at Napier Port. Travelers explore Art Deco District and Hawke’s Bay wineries. Excursions visit Cape Kidnappers’ gannets. Local markets sell pavlova. The peak season, December to February, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Art Deco buildings and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes lamb, a Kiwi favorite. Souvenirs, like Maori crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Ngāti Kahungunu history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Napier’s cultural charm offers a vibrant New Zealand stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of architectural heritage and scenic vineyards, making Napier an engaging destination.

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Wellington, New Zealand
Day 4•Wednesday, Mar 15

Wellington, New Zealand

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Wellington, New Zealand, offers docking at Wellington Port. Travelers explore Te Papa Museum and Mount Victoria. Excursions visit Weta Workshop. Local markets sell pavlova. The peak season, December to February, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures urban harbors and Cook Strait vistas. Dining onboard includes lamb, a Kiwi favorite. Souvenirs, like Maori crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Polynesian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Wellington’s cultural charm offers a vibrant New Zealand stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modern museums and scenic lookouts, making Wellington an engaging destination for exploration.

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Picton, New Zealand
Day 5•Thursday, Mar 16

Picton, New Zealand

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Picton, New Zealand, offers docking at Picton Port. Travelers explore Marlborough Sounds and Queen Charlotte Track. Excursions include wine-tasting in Blenheim. Local markets sell whitebait fritters. The peak season, December to February, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures fjord-like sounds and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes lamb, a Kiwi favorite. Souvenirs, like paua crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Maori history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while sturdy shoes enhance track hikes. Picton’s coastal charm offers a vibrant New Zealand stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic waterways and wine regions, making Picton an engaging destination for exploration.

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Lyttleton (christchurch), New Zealand
Day 6•Friday, Mar 17

Lyttleton (christchurch), New Zealand

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Lyttelton, New Zealand, offers docking at Lyttelton Port, a gateway to Christchurch. Travelers explore the vibrant Christchurch Botanic Gardens and transitional Cardboard Cathedral. Excursions venture to Akaroa’s French-inspired village for dolphin-watching tours. Local markets sell pavlova, a Kiwi dessert. The peak season, December to March, brings warm weather ideal for sightseeing. Photography captures harbor views and the Southern Alps’ dramatic backdrop. Dining onboard features lamb roast, a New Zealand favorite. Souvenirs, like jade pendants, are available in ship shops. Briefings highlight Maori culture and colonial history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city and coastal walks. Lyttelton’s proximity to Christchurch provides a vibrant blend of urban culture and natural beauty, making it a captivating stop for cruise travelers seeking New Zealand’s unique heritage and scenic splendor.

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Port Chalmers (Dunedin), New Zealand
Day 7•Saturday, Mar 18

Port Chalmers (Dunedin), New Zealand

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Port Chalmers (Dunedin), New Zealand, offers docking at Port Chalmers. Travelers explore Larnach Castle and Otago Peninsula. Excursions include wildlife tours for albatross. Local markets sell hokey pokey. The peak season, December to February, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Gothic castles and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes whitebait fritters, a Kiwi favorite. Souvenirs, like paua crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Maori history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while sturdy shoes enhance peninsula hikes. Port Chalmers’ cultural charm offers a vibrant New Zealand stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic castles and scenic wildlife, making Port Chalmers an engaging destination.

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Cruise Fjordland National Park
Day 8•Sunday, Mar 12

Cruise Fjordland National Park

Arrival: —•Departure: —

Fiordland National Park, New Zealand, offers no docking; ships cruise Milford Sound within the park. Travelers observe Mitre Peak and Stirling Falls from deck. Zodiacs spot bottlenose dolphins. No facilities; provisions from ship. Peak season December to March; rain frequent. Photography captures sheer cliffs and rainbows. Dining onboard includes green-lipped mussels. Souvenirs, like sound postcards, in ship shops. Briefings stress ecosystem protection. Kayaking explores Hall Arm. Rain gear essential for wet climate. UNESCO-listed Fiordland’s dramatic fjords and wildlife provide immersive nature experiences in this temperate rainforest paradise.

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At Sea
Day 9•Monday, Mar 20

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

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At Sea
Day 10•Tuesday, Mar 21

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

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Hobart, Tasmania, Australia
Day 11•Wednesday, Mar 22

Hobart, Tasmania, Australia

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Hobart, Tasmania, Australia, offers docking at Hobart Port. Travelers explore Salamanca Market and Mount Wellington. Excursions visit Port Arthur’s historic site. Local markets sell scallop pies. The peak season, December to February, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial buildings and Tasman Sea vistas. Dining onboard includes Tasmanian salmon, an Australian favorite. Souvenirs, like Huon pine crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Palawa history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while sturdy shoes enhance mountain hikes. Hobart’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Australian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites and scenic lookouts, making Hobart an engaging destination.

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At Sea
Day 12•Thursday, Mar 23

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Melbourne, Australia
Day 13•Friday, Mar 24

Melbourne, Australia

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Melbourne, Australia, offers docking at Station Pier. Travelers explore Federation Square and Royal Botanic Gardens. Excursions visit Yarra Valley wineries. Local markets sell meat pies. The peak season, December to February, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures urban skylines and Port Phillip vistas. Dining onboard includes lamingtons, an Australian favorite. Souvenirs, like Aboriginal crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Wurundjeri history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Melbourne’s urban charm offers a vibrant Australian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural landmarks and scenic vineyards, making Melbourne an engaging destination for exploration.

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At Sea
Day 14•Saturday, Mar 25

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Sydney, Australia
Day 15•Sunday, Mar 26

Sydney, Australia

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: —

Sydney, Australia, offers docking at Circular Quay. Travelers explore Sydney Opera House and Bondi Beach. Excursions visit Blue Mountains. Local markets sell meat pies. The peak season, December to February, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures iconic landmarks and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes lamingtons, an Australian favorite. Souvenirs, like opal crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Aboriginal history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Sydney’s urban charm offers a vibrant Australian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural landmarks and scenic coasts, making Sydney an engaging destination for exploration.

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Weather Forecast

MS Westerdam - March 12, 2028 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Auckland, New Zealand

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March

Typical Weather

80°F

Average High

50°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.09in

Daily average

2.8 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
85 / 100
safer than 85% of all cruises
85
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/ 10
Auckland, New Zealand
Auckland
Auckland offers a generally safe environment for cruise travelers, but visitors should remain vigilant against petty crime in tourist areas.
9
/ 10
Tauranga, New Zealand
Tauranga
Tauranga, New Zealand, offers a low-crime environment and well-developed facilities, ensuring a safe experience for cruise travelers.
9
/ 10
Napier, New Zealand
Napier
Napier, New Zealand, offers travelers a safe experience with a low crime rate and well-maintained infrastructure for exploration.
9
/ 10
Wellington, New Zealand
Wellington
Wellington is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, allowing travelers to explore its attractions with minimal risk.
9
/ 10
Picton, New Zealand
Picton
Picton is a safe cruise port with low crime rates, but travelers should prioritize road safety and remain vigilant about environmental hazards.
8
/ 10
Lyttleton (christchurch), New Zealand
Lyttleton
Lyttleton is a safe cruise port with low crime rates, but travelers should stay aware of their surroundings and potential natural hazards.
9
/ 10
Port Chalmers (Dunedin), New Zealand
Port Chalmers
Port Chalmers offers a safe environment for cruise travelers with low crime rates and well-maintained facilities for exploration.
10
/ 10
Cruise Fjordland National Park
Fjordland Park
Travelers can safely enjoy the stunning beauty of Fjordland National Park from their cruise ship, prioritizing passenger safety.
9
/ 10
Hobart, Tasmania, Australia
Hobart
Hobart is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, allowing travelers to explore independently with minimal safety concerns.
9
/ 10
Melbourne, Australia
Melbourne
Melbourne offers a safe environment for cruise travelers, featuring low crime rates and a strong public safety infrastructure.
8
/ 10
Sydney, Australia
Sydney
Travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft in tourist areas and nightlife districts while enjoying the overall safety of Sydney.

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 March 12, 2028?

This is a 14-night cruise itinerary departing from Auckland, New Zealand.

What ports does the MS Westerdam visit on the March 12, 2028 cruise?

This route includes auckland-new-zealand, tauranga-new-zealand, napier-new-zealand, wellington-new-zealand, picton-new-zealand, lyttleton-christchurch-new-zealand, dunedin-new-zealand, cruise-fjordland-national-park, hobart-tasmania-australia, melbourne-australia, sydney-australia.

How many sea days are included on this MS Westerdam March 12, 2028 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 4 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the MS Westerdam sailing on March 12, 2028?

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.

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