MS Zaandam itinerary map for October 3, 2027 (11 nights)
MS Zaandam itinerary map for October 3, 2027 (11 nights)
11 nights · 5 ports
Round-trip · Vancouver, British Columbia
Holland AmericaMS Zaandam

MS Zaandam
October 3, 2027

11-Night Mexican Riviera & Pacific Coast aboard MS Zaandam · Departing October 3, 2027 from the Port of Vancouver, British Columbia.

Interior from$1,369/ guest · taxes & fees incl.
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// AT A GLANCE

This 11-night cruise aboard the MS Zaandam departs from Vancouver, British Columbia on Sunday, October 3, 2027 and returns on Thursday, Oct 14th. October weather across this route averages 91°/51°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 6.9 out of 10, averaged across 5 ports.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
6.9OUT OF 10
MODERATE TIER
Safer than 69% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
FULL BREAKDOWN →
01
11
night cruise
Sun → Thu
02
Vancouver
departure port
British Columbia
03
5
port stops
Riviera
04
6
sea days
Day 2
// ON THIS PAGE07 SECTIONS
03Itinerary map↓04Cruise ports↓05Weather↓06Shore excursions↓07Safety score↓08Cruise ship↓09FAQ↓
// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

MS Zaandam October 3, 2027 Price & Tracking

MS ZAANDAM·OCTOBER 3, 2027

The graph below tracks historic price of the MS Zaandam cruise ship departing October 3, 2027. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,369 ($125 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,365 ($125 per night), this represents a recent increase of 0%.

MS Zaandam cruise departing October 3, 2027 — 11-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $1,369 ($125 per night). Average price: $1,365.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $1,364
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
MS Zaandam · October 3, 2027
$1,369
$125 per night · 11 nights
↑
0% above average
Avg $1,364

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// 03 · ITINERARY

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

Interactive Itinerary MapOCTOBER 3, 2027
The MS Zaandam sails on October 3, 2027 for a 11 Night Mexican Riviera & Pacific Coast (Vancouver To San Diego) (Vancouver Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Vancouver, British Columbia at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of San Diego, California on Oct 14th at 7:00 AM. During the 12-day journey, the MS Zaandam will visit 4 additional ports and will spend 6 days at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
MS Zaandam
OCTOBER 3, 2027
12 STOPSSCROLL FOR ALL ↓
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11 NIGHTS · 4 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · VANCOUVER
// 04 · PORTS

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

MS Zaandam·October 3, 2027
Vancouver, British Columbia — Day 1 of MS Zaandam October 3, 2027 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
SUNDAY·OCT 3

Vancouver

British Columbia
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
—
5:00 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.

OCTOBER FORECAST
48°F avg · Avg
San Diego, California — Day 5 of MS Zaandam October 3, 2027 cruise
DAY
5
PORT 4
THURSDAY·OCT 7

San Diego

California
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
4:00 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.

OCTOBER FORECAST
72°F avg · Avg
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico — Day 8 of MS Zaandam October 3, 2027 cruise
DAY
8
PORT 7
SUNDAY·OCT 10

Puerto Vallarta

Mexico
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
5:00 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.

OCTOBER FORECAST
72°F avg · Avg
Mazatlan, Mexico — Day 9 of MS Zaandam October 3, 2027 cruise
DAY
9
PORT 8
MONDAY·OCT 11

Mazatlan

Mexico
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
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.

OCTOBER FORECAST
81°F avg · Avg
Cabo San Lucas, Mexico — Day 10 of MS Zaandam October 3, 2027 cruise
DAY
10
PORT 9
TUESDAY·OCT 12

Cabo San Lucas

Mexico
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
1:00 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.

OCTOBER FORECAST
81°F avg · Avg
// 05 · WEATHER

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

MS Zaandam·October 3, 2027
OCT FORECAST · VANCOUVER
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
48°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
75°
AVG LOW
21°
AVG RAINFALL
9.2"
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
48°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

MS Zaandam October 3, 2027 Excursions

MS Zaandam·October 3, 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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Browse shore excursions for each port on this MS Zaandam itinerary. Tours, activities, and transfers are provided by Viator.

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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

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

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
MODERATE TIER
0OUT OF 100
LOWHIGH
Safer than 69% of all cruises
6.9/10 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 BREAKDOWN05 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

San Diego 🇺🇸

California · United StatesMODERATE

San Diego is generally safe for tourists, but travelers should remain vigilant in crowded areas and secure their belongings.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

Puerto Vallarta 🇲🇽

Mexico · MexicoMODERATE

Travelers should remain vigilant and exercise caution against petty crime, especially outside tourist zones, while visiting Puerto Vallarta.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

Mazatlan 🇲🇽

Mexico · MexicoCAUTION

Travelers should stay within designated tourist areas and remain vigilant in Mazatlán to minimize risks of crime and enhance safety.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
05

Cabo San Lucas 🇲🇽

Mexico · MexicoMODERATE

While generally safe, travelers should remain vigilant in Cabo San Lucas, avoiding displaying valuables and staying in well-populated areas.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

MS Zaandam Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsHOLLAND AMERICA
MS Zaandam
HOLLAND AMERICA · ROTTERDAM CLASS
CHRISTENED
2000
STATEROOMS
716
TONNAGE
61,396GT
26.9% BELOW AVG· vs avg 84,029 GT
YEAR BUILT
2000
8 YEARS OLDER· vs avg 2008
LENGTH
778ft
15.7% BELOW AVG· vs avg 922 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
1,432cruisers
33.6% BELOW AVG· vs avg 2,157 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP

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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// 09 · MORE CRUISES

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// 09 · FAQ

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FAQs for yourMS Zaandam·October 3, 2027sailing

  • The lowest currently-tracked fare for this sailing is $1,369 for an Inside cabin. Pricing is updated daily — see the live price chart above for the latest snapshots.

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