MS Zaandam itinerary map for March 30, 2024 (14 nights)
MS Zaandam itinerary map for March 30, 2024 (14 nights)
14 nights · 10 ports
Round-trip · San Diego, California
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MS Zaandam
March 30, 2024

14-Night Solar Eclipse & Mexican Riviera aboard MS Zaandam · Departing March 30, 2024 from the Port of San Diego, California.

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This 14-night cruise aboard the MS Zaandam departs from San Diego, California on Saturday, March 30, 2024 and returns on Saturday, Apr 13th. March weather across this route averages 90°/53°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 6.9 out of 10, averaged across 10 ports.

Cruise Length
14
Night Cruise
Departure Port
San Diego
California
Port Stops
10
Sea Days
4

Cruise Price - MS Zaandam March 30, 2024

MS Zaandam · March 30, 2024

The graph below tracks historic price of the MS Zaandam cruise ship departing March 30, 2024. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $2,799 ($200 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $2,799 ($200 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 0%.

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$2,799
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$3,649

Price History – MS Zaandam March 30, 2024

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March 30, 2024
$2,799
0% vs avg: $2,799

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 14 Night Solar Eclipse & Mexican Riviera (San Diego Roundtrip)

MS Zaandam · March 30, 2024

The MS Zaandam sails on March 30, 2024 for a 14 Night Solar Eclipse & Mexican Riviera (San Diego Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of San Diego, California at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of San Diego, California on Apr 13th at 7:00 AM. During the 16-day journey, the MS Zaandam will visit 9 additional ports and will spend 4 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

14 Night Solar Eclipse & Mexican Riviera (San Diego Roundtrip)

  • MAR30
    San Diego, California
    San Diego, California
    A: — - D: 3:00 PM
  • MAR31
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • APR01
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • APR02
    Manzanillo, Mexico
    Manzanillo, Mexico
    A: 10:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • APR03
    Zihuatanejo/ixtapa, Mexico
    Zihuatanejo/ixtapa, Mexico
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 1:00 PM
  • APR04
    Huatulco, Mexico
    Huatulco, Mexico
    A: 11:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • APR05
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • APR06
    Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
    Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
    A: 12:00 PM - D: —
  • MAR30
    Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
    Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
    A: — - D: 5:00 PM
  • APR08
    View Eclipse At Sea
    View Eclipse At Sea
    A: 9:30 AM - D: 12:30 PM
  • APR08
    Mazatlan, Mexico
    Mazatlan, Mexico
    A: 2:00 PM - D: 6:00 PM
  • APR09
    Loreto, Mexico
    Loreto, Mexico
    A: 2:00 PM - D: 11:00 PM
  • APR10
    Pichilingue (la Paz), Mexico
    Pichilingue (la Paz), Mexico
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • APR11
    Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
    Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 2:00 PM
  • APR12
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • APR13
    San Diego, California
    San Diego, California
    A: 7:00 AM - D: —
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MS Zaandam Cruise Ports

March 30, 2024 · 14 Night Solar Eclipse & Mexican Riviera (San Diego Roundtrip)

San Diego, California — Day 1 of MS Zaandam March 30, 2024 cruise
Day 1•Saturday, Mar 30

San Diego, California

Arrival: —•Departure: 3:00 PM

San Diego, California, offers docking at San Diego Port. Travelers explore Balboa Park and Gaslamp Quarter. Excursions visit La Jolla’s sea lions. Local markets sell fish tacos. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Spanish architecture and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes carne asada, a Californian favorite. Souvenirs, like surf-themed crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Kumeyaay history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance park walks. San Diego’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural parks and scenic coasts, making San Diego an engaging destination.

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Day 2 at sea — MS Zaandam March 30, 2024 itinerary
Day 2•Sunday, Mar 31

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the MS Zaandam — featuring Canaletto, Club Hal, Explorers Lounge & Photo Shop.

Day 3 at sea — MS Zaandam March 30, 2024 itinerary
Day 3•Monday, Apr 1

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the MS Zaandam — featuring Canaletto, Club Hal, Explorers Lounge & Photo Shop.

Manzanillo, Mexico — Day 4 of MS Zaandam March 30, 2024 cruise
Day 4•Tuesday, Apr 2

Manzanillo, Mexico

Arrival: 10:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Manzanillo, Mexico, offers docking at Manzanillo Port. Travelers explore Playa La Audiencia and Jardín Álvaro Obregón. Excursions include snorkeling at Carrizalillo Bay. Local markets sell ceviche. The peak season, November to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures sandy beaches and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes birria, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like pottery crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Colima history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Manzanillo’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic beaches and cultural plazas, making Manzanillo an engaging destination for exploration.

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Zihuatanejo/ixtapa, Mexico — Day 5 of MS Zaandam March 30, 2024 cruise
Day 5•Wednesday, Apr 3

Zihuatanejo/ixtapa, Mexico

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 1:00 PM

Zihuatanejo/Ixtapa, Mexico, offers docking at Zihuatanejo Port. Travelers explore Playa La Ropa and Ixtapa’s marina. Excursions include snorkeling at Los Morros. Local markets sell pozole. The peak season, November to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures fishing villages and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes ceviche, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like huipil crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Guerrero history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Zihuatanejo’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of pristine beaches and cultural villages, making Zihuatanejo an engaging destination for exploration.

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Huatulco, Mexico — Day 6 of MS Zaandam March 30, 2024 cruise
Day 6•Thursday, Apr 4

Huatulco, Mexico

Arrival: 11:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Huatulco, Mexico, offers docking at Huatulco Port. Travelers explore Santa Cruz Bay and La Crucecita. Excursions include snorkeling at Maguey Bay. Local markets sell mole. The peak season, November to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures pristine beaches and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes tlayudas, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like alebrije crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Zapotec history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Huatulco’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic bays and cultural villages, making Huatulco an engaging destination for exploration.

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Day 7 at sea — MS Zaandam March 30, 2024 itinerary
Day 7•Friday, Apr 5

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the MS Zaandam — featuring Canaletto, Club Hal, Explorers Lounge & Photo Shop.

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico — Day 8 of MS Zaandam March 30, 2024 cruise
Day 8•Saturday, Apr 6

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

Arrival: 12:00 PM•Departure: —

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, offers docking at Puerto Vallarta Port. Travelers explore Malecón and Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe. Excursions include snorkeling at Los Arcos. Local markets sell pozole. The peak season, November to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colorful boardwalks and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes birria, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like huichol crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Jalisco history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Puerto Vallarta’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural landmarks and marine adventures, making Puerto Vallarta an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico — Day 9 of MS Zaandam March 30, 2024 cruise
Day 9•Sunday, Apr 7

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

Arrival: —•Departure: 5:00 PM

Returning to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico — see Day 8 above for port info.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
View Eclipse At Sea — Day 10 of MS Zaandam March 30, 2024 cruise
Day 10•Monday, Apr 8

View Eclipse At Sea

Arrival: 9:30 AM•Departure: 12:30 PM

View Eclipse at Sea offers scenic cruising without docking. Travelers observe a solar or lunar eclipse from the ship. No excursions or facilities exist; activities are ship-based. The peak season depends on eclipse dates, typically warm for open-sea viewing. Photography captures celestial events and ocean vistas. Dining onboard includes international dishes, reflecting the global journey. Souvenirs, like nautical crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover astronomical history. Light clothing or warm layers suit the variable climate, while binoculars enhance eclipse viewing. Eclipse viewing offers a unique maritime stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of celestial phenomena and open-sea relaxation, making Eclipse at Sea an engaging destination.

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Mazatlan, Mexico — Day 10 of MS Zaandam March 30, 2024 cruise
Day 10•Monday, Apr 8

Mazatlan, Mexico

Arrival: 2:00 PM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Mazatlan, Mexico, offers docking at Mazatlan Port. Travelers explore Old Town and El Faro Lighthouse. Excursions include snorkeling at Deer Island. Local markets sell shrimp tacos. The peak season, November to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial plazas and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes aguachile, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like pottery crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Sinaloa history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Mazatlan’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic districts and scenic beaches, making Mazatlan an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Loreto, Mexico — Day 11 of MS Zaandam March 30, 2024 cruise
Day 11•Tuesday, Apr 9

Loreto, Mexico

Arrival: 2:00 PM•Departure: 11:00 PM

Loreto, Mexico, has docking at Loreto Port. Travelers explore San Javier Mission and Loreto’s historic plaza. Excursions snorkel Coronado Island’s reefs. Local markets sell fish tacos. The peak season, November to April, brings mild weather. Photography captures desert landscapes and Sea of Cortez views. Dining onboard includes ceviche, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Baja history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the arid climate. Snorkeling gear enhances reef exploration. Loreto’s coastal charm offers a serene Mexican stop, blending history with marine beauty.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Pichilingue (la Paz), Mexico — Day 12 of MS Zaandam March 30, 2024 cruise
Day 12•Wednesday, Apr 10

Pichilingue (la Paz), Mexico

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Pichilingue (La Paz), Mexico, offers docking at Pichilingue Port. Travelers explore Balandra Beach and La Paz’s Malecón. Excursions include snorkeling at Espiritu Santo Island. Local markets sell fish tacos. The peak season, November to April, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures turquoise bays and desert landscapes. Dining onboard includes ceviche, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like silver jewelry, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Baja’s marine history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the arid climate, while snorkeling gear enhances island exploration. Pichilingue’s coastal beauty offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of pristine beaches, marine life, and seaside charm, making Pichilingue an engaging destination for exploring Mexico’s Baja California Sur.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Cabo San Lucas, Mexico — Day 13 of MS Zaandam March 30, 2024 cruise
Day 13•Thursday, Apr 11

Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 2:00 PM

Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, offers docking at Cabo San Lucas Port. Travelers explore El Arco and Lover’s Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Santa Maria Cove. Local markets sell fish tacos. The peak season, November to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures rock formations and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes ceviche, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like silver crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Baja history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the arid climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Cabo San Lucas’ coastal allure offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and marine adventures, making Cabo an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 14 at sea — MS Zaandam March 30, 2024 itinerary
Day 14•Friday, Apr 12

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the MS Zaandam — featuring Canaletto, Club Hal, Explorers Lounge & Photo Shop.

San Diego, California — Day 15 of MS Zaandam March 30, 2024 cruise
Day 15•Saturday, Apr 13

San Diego, California

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: —

Returning to San Diego, California — see Day 1 above for port info.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

MS Zaandam - March 30, 2024 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

San Diego, California

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March

Typical Weather

86°F

Average High

40°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.04in

Daily average

1.1 in monthly total

MS Zaandam 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.

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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
69 / 100
safer than 69% of all cruises
69
8
/ 10
San Diego, California
San Diego
San Diego is generally safe for tourists, but travelers should remain vigilant in crowded areas and secure their belongings.
6
/ 10
Manzanillo, Mexico
Manzanillo
Travelers in Manzanillo should stay vigilant and stick to busy tourist areas to minimize risks of petty crime while enjoying the destination.
6
/ 10
Zihuatanejo/ixtapa, Mexico
Zihuatanejo
Travelers in Zihuatanejo/Ixtapa should stay in well-trafficked areas and remain vigilant against petty theft and opportunistic crime.
7
/ 10
Huatulco, Mexico
Huatulco
Huatulco is generally safe for cruise travelers, but staying vigilant and securing belongings is advised due to potential petty theft.
7
/ 10
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Puerto Vallarta
Travelers should remain vigilant and exercise caution against petty crime, especially outside tourist zones, while visiting Puerto Vallarta.
10
/ 10
View Eclipse At Sea
Eclipse At Sea
Cruise travelers can enjoy a secure experience at View Eclipse At Sea by remaining onboard, ensuring safety while appreciating the scenery.
5
/ 10
Mazatlan, Mexico
Mazatlan
Travelers should stay within designated tourist areas and remain vigilant in Mazatlán to minimize risks of crime and enhance safety.
7
/ 10
Loreto, Mexico
Loreto
Travelers should exercise standard precautions and remain aware of their surroundings in less populated areas to enhance safety.
7
/ 10
Pichilingue (la Paz), Mexico
Pichilingue
Pichilingue is a generally safe cruise port, but travelers should stay vigilant against petty theft and secure their valuables.
7
/ 10
Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
Cabo San Lucas
While generally safe, travelers should remain vigilant in Cabo San Lucas, avoiding displaying valuables and staying in well-populated areas.

Cruise Ship

MS Zaandam

⚓ Tonnage

61,396

vs avg 84,029

🛠️ Year Built

2,000

vs avg 2,008

📏 Length (ft)

778

vs avg 922

👥 Passenger Count

1,432

vs avg 2,157

The MS Zaandam has a construction date of 2000 and a total size of 61,396 gross tons. The ship measures 778 feet in length. MS Zaandam is included in Holland America’s Rotterdam Class class. At full capacity, the MS Zaandam holds 1,432 passengers. That includes 817 cruise vacationers and 615 staff members. The MS Zaandam total number of staterooms is 716.

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MS Zaandam March 30, 2024 FAQ

What's the cheapest cabin on the MS Zaandam March 30, 2024 cruise?▾

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What's the weather like on the MS Zaandam March 30, 2024 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 14-night route, March averages 90°F highs and 53°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the March 30, 2024 MS Zaandam itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 6.9 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, averaged across 10 ports. We weight current travel advisories, recent crime data, and Global Peace Index signals — see the Safety Score section above for the full per-port breakdown.

When does the MS Zaandam sail and return on this itinerary?▾

The MS Zaandam departs San Diego, California on Saturday, March 30, 2024 at 3:00 PM and returns on Saturday, Apr 13th, 2024 at 7:00 AM. Total duration: 14 nights.

Who is the cruise director for the MS Zaandam sailing on March 30, 2024?▾

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