MS Zaandam itinerary map for April 26, 2025 (11 nights)
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MS Zaandam — April 26, 202511-Night Mexican Riviera & Pacific Coast on Holland America

This 11-night cruise aboard the MS Zaandam departs from San Diego, California on Saturday, April 26, 2025 and returns on Wednesday, May 7th. April weather across this route averages 86°/45°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.3 out of 10, averaged across 6 ports. Oceanview cabins dropped $141 on Apr 23.

Cruise Length
11
Night Cruise
Departure Port
San Diego
California
Port Stops
6
Sea Days
5

Cruise Price - MS Zaandam April 26, 2025

MS Zaandam · April 26, 2025

The graph below tracks historic price of the MS Zaandam cruise ship departing April 26, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,073 ($98 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,060 ($97 per night), this represents a recent increase of 1%.

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Inside
$1,073
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Oceanview
$1,158
👑
Suite
$2,104

Price History – MS Zaandam April 26, 2025

inside cabin
MS Zaandam
April 26, 2025
$1,073
1% vs avg: $1,060

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 11 Night Mexican Riviera & Pacific Coast (San Diego To Vancouver)

MS Zaandam · April 26, 2025

The MS Zaandam sails on April 26, 2025 for a 11 Night Mexican Riviera & Pacific Coast (San Diego To Vancouver). The ship will depart the port of San Diego, California at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Vancouver, British Columbia on May 7th at 7:00 AM. During the 12-day journey, the MS Zaandam will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 5 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

11 Night Mexican Riviera & Pacific Coast (San Diego To Vancouver)

  • APR26
    San Diego, California
    San Diego, California
    A: — - D: 3:00 PM
  • APR27
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • APR28
    Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
    Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
    A: 11:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • APR29
    Mazatlan, Mexico
    Mazatlan, Mexico
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • APR30
    Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
    Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 8:00 PM
  • MAY01
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAY02
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAY03
    San Diego, California
    San Diego, California
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • MAY04
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAY05
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAY06
    Victoria, British Columbia
    Victoria, British Columbia
    A: 2:00 PM - D: 9:00 PM
  • MAY07
    Vancouver, British Columbia
    Vancouver, British Columbia
    A: 7:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

April 26, 2025 · 11 Night Mexican Riviera & Pacific Coast (San Diego To Vancouver)

San Diego, California — Day 1 of MS Zaandam April 26, 2025 cruise
Day 1•Saturday, Apr 26

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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 2 at sea — MS Zaandam April 26, 2025 itinerary
Day 2•Sunday, Apr 27

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.

Cabo San Lucas, Mexico — Day 3 of MS Zaandam April 26, 2025 cruise
Day 3•Monday, Apr 28

Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

Arrival: 11:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 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
Mazatlan, Mexico — Day 4 of MS Zaandam April 26, 2025 cruise
Day 4•Tuesday, Apr 29

Mazatlan, Mexico

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 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
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico — Day 5 of MS Zaandam April 26, 2025 cruise
Day 5•Wednesday, Apr 30

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 8:00 PM

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
Day 6 at sea — MS Zaandam April 26, 2025 itinerary
Day 6•Thursday, May 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.

Day 7 at sea — MS Zaandam April 26, 2025 itinerary
Day 7•Friday, May 2

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 8 of MS Zaandam April 26, 2025 cruise
Day 8•Saturday, May 3

San Diego, California

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 3:00 PM

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

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 9 at sea — MS Zaandam April 26, 2025 itinerary
Day 9•Sunday, May 4

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 10 at sea — MS Zaandam April 26, 2025 itinerary
Day 10•Monday, May 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.

Victoria, British Columbia — Day 11 of MS Zaandam April 26, 2025 cruise
Day 11•Tuesday, May 6

Victoria, British Columbia

Arrival: 2:00 PM•Departure: 9:00 PM

Victoria, British Columbia, Canada, offers docking at Ogden Point Port. Travelers explore Butchart Gardens and Craigdarroch Castle. Excursions include whale-watching tours. Local markets sell Nanaimo bars. The peak season, June to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures floral gardens and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes salmon, a BC favorite. Souvenirs, like totem crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Salish history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance garden walks. Victoria’s scenic charm offers a vibrant Canadian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural beauty and historic landmarks, making Victoria an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Vancouver, British Columbia — Day 12 of MS Zaandam April 26, 2025 cruise
Day 12•Wednesday, May 7

Vancouver, British Columbia

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: —

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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

MS Zaandam - April 26, 2025 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

San Diego, California

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April

Typical Weather

92°F

Average High

41°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.02in

Daily average

0.7 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.

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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
73 / 100
safer than 73% of all cruises
73
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.
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.
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
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Puerto Vallarta
Travelers should remain vigilant and exercise caution against petty crime, especially outside tourist zones, while visiting Puerto Vallarta.
9
/ 10
Victoria, British Columbia
Victoria
Victoria offers a safe environment for travelers, with low crime rates and strong police presence in tourist areas.
8
/ 10
Vancouver, British Columbia
Vancouver
Vancouver is generally safe for cruise travelers, but visitors should remain vigilant against petty theft in busy urban 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 April 26, 2025 FAQ

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What's the weather like on the MS Zaandam April 26, 2025 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 11-night route, April averages 86°F highs and 45°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the April 26, 2025 MS Zaandam itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 7.3 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, averaged across 6 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, April 26, 2025 at 3:00 PM and returns on Wednesday, May 7th, 2025 at 7:00 AM. Total duration: 11 nights.

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Last Updated: May 21, 2026