Sep 24th - Nov 19th
Holland America Cruise Line
from Vancouver, British Columbia
The September 24, 2025 cruise on the MS Zaandam departs from Vancouver, British Columbia. On this 56 Night Tales Of The South Pacific (Vancouver To San Diego) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 61 different cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The MS Zaandam sets sail on Wednesday, Sep 24th and returns on Wednesday, Nov 19th.
MS Zaandam - September 24, 2025 - 56 Nights
Day | Date | Port |
---|---|---|
1 | Sep 24th | Vancouver, British Columbia |
2 | Sep 25th | At Sea |
3 | Sep 26th | At Sea |
4 | Sep 27th | San Francisco, California |
5 | Sep 28th | At Sea |
6 | Sep 29th | San Diego, California |
7 | Sep 30th | Santa Barbara, California |
8 | Oct 1st | At Sea |
9 | Oct 2nd | At Sea |
10 | Oct 3rd | At Sea |
11 | Oct 4th | At Sea |
12 | Oct 5th | At Sea |
13 | Oct 6th | Kailua-Kona, Hawaii |
14 | Oct 7th | Nawiliwili, Kauai |
15 | Oct 8th | Honolulu, Oahu |
16 | Sep 24th | Honolulu, Oahu |
17 | Oct 10th | Kahului, Maui, Hawaii |
18 | Oct 11th | Hilo, Hawaii |
19 | Oct 12th | At Sea |
20 | Sep 24th | Cross International Dateline |
21 | Oct 14th | At Sea |
22 | Oct 15th | At Sea |
22 | Sep 24th | Cross International Dateline |
22 | Sep 24th | Cross The Equator |
22 | Oct 15th | Fanning Island, Kiribati |
23 | Oct 16th | At Sea |
24 | Oct 17th | At Sea |
25 | Oct 18th | Pago Pago, American Samoa |
26 | Sep 24th | Cross International Dateline |
27 | Oct 20th | Apia, Samoa |
28 | Oct 21st | At Sea |
29 | Oct 22nd | Suva, Fiji |
30 | Oct 23rd | Lautoka, Fiji Islands |
31 | Oct 24th | Dravuni Island, Fiji |
32 | Oct 25th | Savusavu, Fiji |
33 | Oct 26th | At Sea |
34 | Oct 27th | Nuku'alofa, Tonga Islands |
35 | Oct 28th | Vava'u, Tonga Islands |
36 | Oct 29th | At Sea |
36 | Sep 24th | Cross International Dateline |
37 | Oct 30th | At Sea |
38 | Oct 31st | At Sea |
39 | Nov 1st | Aitutaki, Cook Islands |
40 | Nov 2nd | Rarotonga, Cook Islands |
41 | Nov 3rd | At Sea |
42 | Nov 4th | Raiatea, French Polynesia |
43 | Nov 5th | Bahia D Opunoha Moorea French Polynesia |
44 | Nov 6th | Huahine, French Polynesia |
45 | Nov 7th | Papeete, Tahiti |
46 | Sep 24th | Papeete, Tahiti |
47 | Nov 9th | Avatoru Rangiroa French Polynesia |
48 | Nov 10th | Fakarava, Tuamotu Archipelago |
49 | Nov 11th | At Sea |
50 | Nov 12th | Nuku Hiva, Marquesas |
51 | Nov 13th | At Sea |
52 | Sep 24th | Cross The Equator |
53 | Nov 15th | At Sea |
54 | Nov 16th | At Sea |
55 | Nov 17th | At Sea |
56 | Nov 18th | At Sea |
57 | Nov 19th | San Diego, California |
Holland America Cruise Line
The MS Zaandam was built in 2000 and is amoung Holland America's 22 ships in it's fleet. The MS Zaandam is included in the cruise line's Rotterdam Class class. In the cruise ship stats below you'll find the MS Zaandam vs all other Holland America ships.
This metropolis is Canada's fastest growing city. Visit Gastown, a restored turn-of-the-century district where Vancouver's first saloon still stands. See trumpeter swans at Lost Lake, contemplate the ducks at Beaver Lagoon, or watch exotic aquatic creatures at the Stanley Park Aquarium. Climb the Lookout for a 360-degree view of the city.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
With breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean and a spectacular bay, San Francisco is one of the U.S.'s most beautiful cities. Visitors have a wide range of things to see, including the Golden Gate Bridge, Fisherman's Wharf, Nob Hill, Alcatraz, and Chinatown. And no trip to this city is complete without a ride on the cable cars. The restaurants are excellent, with a rich diversity of cuisine.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Famed as a year-round vacation resort, San Diego also carries huge economic clout as California's second largest city. With magnificent beaches and two world-class zoos, the city enjoys a dazzling Mediterranean climate and a rich multicultural heritage. The surrounding county embraces forested mountains, vast desert lands, and miles of sunny beaches. It just doesn't seem fair to the rest of us.
Santa Barbara, California is a captivating blend of colorful history, distinctive architecture, and the legendary Southern California lifestyle. Known all over the world for its exceptional beauty, Santa Barbara boasts crystal-clear air, palm-lined beaches, and an outstanding variety of attractions, such as outdoor activities, theatre, dance, art galleries, and music performances.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Kailua-Kona is a great destination for those looking for small-town atmosphere in beautiful Hawaii. The town offers shops, galleries, gorgeous beaches, and spectacular sunsets. Many record-setting marlin have been caught in the area's waters. Step into the lobby of the Kamehameha Hotel, where you can see many historical Hawaiian artifacts.
Established as Kauai's principal port in 1930, Nawiliwili was named for the Wiliwili trees that were once abundant in the area. Cruise ships make port in the picturesque harbor, which is overlooked by the Kauai Marriott Resort & Beach Club. Visitors enjoy the crystal clear waters and pristine beaches Hawaii is famous for, while in Nawiliwili.
Honolulu offers many wonderful attractions. Aloha Tower is famous for greeting all who arrive in the port of Honolulu, and has the best views of the city. The Bishop Museum has the world's largest collection of Hawaiian and Pacific artifacts, and the Iolani Palace, the only royal palace on American soil, has served as the residence of the last two Hawaiian monarchs.
Honolulu offers many wonderful attractions. Aloha Tower is famous for greeting all who arrive in the port of Honolulu, and has the best views of the city. The Bishop Museum has the world's largest collection of Hawaiian and Pacific artifacts, and the Iolani Palace, the only royal palace on American soil, has served as the residence of the last two Hawaiian monarchs.
Kahului, with its bustling harbor and busy shopping complexes, offers visitors the chance to find spectacular bargains. The piers along the waterfront, lined with container-cargo ships and weekly cruise ships, are the embarkation point for Maui's sugar and pineapple crops. You can also watch the containers being loaded onto and unloaded from the many ships.
The merchants and friendly residents of Hilo invite you to take time to explore and discover this wonderful city. Visit the many unique and one-of-a-kind stores featuring Hawaiiana (vintage island treasures). Shop for distinctive designer dresses and shirts, and see the famous Hilo Farmer's Market, or stop off for a bite to eat at one of the many local restaurants.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Fanning Island, one of the many coral atolls of the Republic of Kiribati, lies in the center of the Pacific Ocean. The island epitomizes the South Pacific with palm trees, blue lagoons, white sand beaches, and friendly locals. Tourism is very much in its infancy here; the majority of visitors are sea birds, including terns, shearwaters, and skuas.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Pago Pago--pronounced Pango Pango --is the capital of American Samoa, a small island in the Pacific Ocean. Enjoy a traditional Polynesian feast. Be thrilled by the native singing, dancing, and music. Tuna canneries dominate the city. Also close by are the National Park of American Samoa, traditional Ta'u Island, and Aunu'u Island, a place of natural splendor.
After years of wandering the south seas, Robert Louis Stevenson chose this paradise as his home. If you like, visit his house and Aggie Grey's hotel. After touring the island, you'll come to understand why the Reverend John Williams, the first European to visit Apia, dubbed Samoa the "Friendly Islands."
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Suva sits on the southeast shores of mountainous Viti Levu ("Great Fiji"), largest of the over 800 islands which comprise the Republic of Fiji. Local folk traditions remain strong, like fire walks and welcoming ceremonies, wood-carving and the fabrication of tree-bark cloth. The island's proud history is showcased in the Fiji Museum, with its impressive collection of war canoes.
Lautoka is a very clean city and environmental concerned. It has a wonderful botanical garden and children's park. The main street of the city, Vitogo Parade, has been decorated with the planting of royal palm trees on one side. The city's municipal market, which has a floor area of about 58,000m, is another attraction for both residents and tourists.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
The Kingdom of Tonga is the oldest, and last remaining Polynesian monarchy. See the place where Captain Cook landed in 1777, along with the now huge tree that was planted on that occasion. Visit the ancient tombs of Tongan kings. Then view local crafts at the Tongan National Centre.
Against a backdrop of steep green hills and dense forest lies the breathtaking Port of Refuge. Coral waters of aqua and turquoise glisten, while palm-fringed coral islets with deeply undercut cliffs almost seem to float above the crystal waters. The cathedral-like Swallows Cave, which is lit by shafts of multi-colored rays of light, can be entered by launch.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Capital of the Cook Islands, Rarotonga is an exquisite slice of paradise. Only 20 miles wide and home to under 10,000 inhabitants, the island offers spectacular beauty without crowds or compromise. Visit a 19th-century trading post. Sample the delicacies at an Umukai feast. No snakes, poisonous insects, or wild animals live on Rarotonga, so your hikes are sure to be as safe as they are enjoyable.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Raiatea is the second largest island of French Polynesia after Tahiti. A tour of the island will reveal lush green valleys, numerous waterfalls, pineapple and vanilla plantations. Discover fascinating underwater scenery within Raiatea's deep lagoon which is rich with fish, and surrounded by mountains.
Less visited than the other Society Islands, Huahine maintains more of the traditional pace of life. There are ancient fares (temples) to explore, vanilla plantations to view or drives into the hinterlands in 4-wheel-drive-vans. The coral reefs offshore are excellent for snorkeling.
The largest of the Society Islands in French Polynesia, Tahiti held a magical attraction for artist Paul Gauguin and writer Robert Louis Stevenson. To understand why, simply listen to the winds whistling through casuarina trees on a secluded black-sand beach, or stroll through beautiful botanical gardens and marvel at island flora.
The largest of the Society Islands in French Polynesia, Tahiti held a magical attraction for artist Paul Gauguin and writer Robert Louis Stevenson. To understand why, simply listen to the winds whistling through casuarina trees on a secluded black-sand beach, or stroll through beautiful botanical gardens and marvel at island flora.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Famed as a year-round vacation resort, San Diego also carries huge economic clout as California's second largest city. With magnificent beaches and two world-class zoos, the city enjoys a dazzling Mediterranean climate and a rich multicultural heritage. The surrounding county embraces forested mountains, vast desert lands, and miles of sunny beaches. It just doesn't seem fair to the rest of us.