MS Zaandam itinerary map for January 16, 2028
MS Zaandam

14 Night Panama Canal on Holland America MS Zaandam

January 16, 2028

MS Zaandam January 16, 2028

The MS Zaandam January 16, 2028 cruise departs from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida. On this 14 Night Panama Canal (Ft. Lauderdale To San Diego) sailing, the MS Zaandam will visit a total of 9 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Sunday, Jan 16th and returns on Sunday, Jan 30th, 2028.

Cruise Length
14
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Fort Lauderdale
Florida
Port Stops
9
Sea Days
6
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MS Zaandam · January 16, 2028

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MS Zaandam · January 16, 2028

The MS Zaandam sails on January 16, 2028 for a 14 Night Panama Canal (Ft. Lauderdale To San Diego). The ship will depart the port of Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of San Diego, California on Jan 30th at 6:00 AM. During the 15-day journey, the MS Zaandam will visit 8 additional ports and will spend 6 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

14 Night Panama Canal (Ft. Lauderdale To San Diego)

  • JAN16
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    A: — - D: 4:00 PM
  • JAN17
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN18
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN19
    Cartagena, Colombia
    Cartagena, Colombia
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 1:00 PM
  • JAN20
    Panama Canal Transit
    Panama Canal Transit
    A: 5:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • JAN21
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN22
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN23
    Acajutla, El Salvador
    Acajutla, El Salvador
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • JAN24
    Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala
    Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala
    A: 5:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • JAN25
    Huatulco, Mexico
    Huatulco, Mexico
    A: 11:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • JAN26
    Acapulco, Mexico
    Acapulco, Mexico
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • JAN27
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN28
    Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
    Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 1:00 PM
  • JAN29
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN30
    San Diego, California
    San Diego, California
    A: 6:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

January 16, 2028 · 14 Night Panama Canal (Ft. Lauderdale To San Diego)

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
Day 1•Sunday, Jan 16

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

Arrival: —•Departure: 4:00 PM

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida, offers docking at Port Everglades. Travelers explore Las Olas Boulevard and Everglades tours. Excursions include airboat rides. Local markets sell conch fritters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures canals and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes stone crab, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Seminole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Fort Lauderdale’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic waterways and natural adventures, making Fort Lauderdale an engaging destination for exploration.

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At Sea
Day 2•Monday, Jan 17

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

At Sea
Day 3•Tuesday, Jan 18

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Cartagena, Colombia
Day 4•Wednesday, Jan 19

Cartagena, Colombia

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 1:00 PM

Cartagena, Colombia, offers docking at Cartagena Port. Travelers explore San Felipe Castle and Old Town’s colorful streets. Excursions include Rosario Islands snorkeling. Local markets sell arepas. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial walls and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes sancocho, a Colombian favorite. Souvenirs, like emerald crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Spanish colonial history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Cartagena’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Colombian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic fortresses and scenic islands, making Cartagena an engaging destination for exploration.

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Panama Canal Transit
Day 5•Thursday, Jan 20

Panama Canal Transit

Arrival: 5:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Panama Canal Transit, Panama, offers scenic cruising without docking. Travelers view Gatun Locks and Centennial Bridge from the ship. Excursions include canal history tours. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for canal cruising. Photography captures engineering marvels and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz con pollo, a Panamanian favorite. Souvenirs, like molas, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover canal history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while binoculars enhance lock viewing. Panama Canal’s industrial allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of engineering feats and scenic waterways, making the Panama Canal an engaging destination.

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At Sea
Day 6•Friday, Jan 21

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

At Sea
Day 7•Saturday, Jan 22

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Acajutla, El Salvador
Day 8•Sunday, Jan 23

Acajutla, El Salvador

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Acajutla, El Salvador's principal Pacific seaport, handles cruise ships at its industrial dock, 5 kilometers from town center. Passengers transfer via shuttle or taxi, arriving at a basic terminal with restrooms and a craft market. The port exports coffee and sugar, with excursions focusing on nearby sites. Joya de Ceren, 30 minutes away, reveals a preserved Mayan village buried by volcanic ash in 600 AD, offering guided walks through ancient homes and gardens. Izalco Volcano, 45 minutes drive, provides hikes to its crater rim for views of the "Lighthouse of the Pacific." Beaches like El Zonte, 20 minutes north, offer surfing lessons and black-sand shores. Cultural tours visit Suchitoto, 90 minutes east, for colonial architecture and indigo dyeing workshops. Dining features pupusas and grilled fish at beachside pupuserias. Souvenirs include woven baskets and coffee beans from local vendors. Dry season December to April brings calmer seas; taxis run 5-10 USD per ride. Organized tours ensure timely returns; no ATMs at the dock, so carry dollars.

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Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala
Day 9•Monday, Jan 24

Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala

Arrival: 5:00 AM•Departure: 3:00 PM

Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala, offers docking at Puerto Quetzal Port. Travelers explore Antigua’s colonial streets and Pacaya Volcano. Excursions include coffee plantation tours. Local markets sell tamales. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures cobblestone plazas and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes pepián, a Guatemalan favorite. Souvenirs, like textile crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance volcano hikes. Puerto Quetzal’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Guatemalan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of colonial heritage and scenic volcanoes, making Puerto Quetzal an engaging destination.

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Huatulco, Mexico
Day 10•Tuesday, Jan 25

Huatulco, Mexico

Arrival: 11:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 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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Acapulco, Mexico
Day 11•Wednesday, Jan 26

Acapulco, Mexico

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Acapulco, Mexico, offers docking at Acapulco Port. Travelers explore La Quebrada cliff divers and Fort San Diego. Excursions include snorkeling at Roqueta Island. Local markets sell pozole. The peak season, November to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures cliff dives and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes ceviche, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like silver crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Aztec history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Acapulco’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of thrilling performances and scenic beaches, making Acapulco an engaging destination for exploration.

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At Sea
Day 12•Thursday, Jan 27

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
Day 13•Friday, Jan 28

Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 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.

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At Sea
Day 14•Saturday, Jan 29

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

San Diego, California
Day 15•Sunday, Jan 30

San Diego, California

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: —

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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Weather Forecast

MS Zaandam - January 16, 2028 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

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January

Typical Weather

80°F

Average High

43°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.06in

Daily average

1.7 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
62 / 100
safer than 62% of all cruises
62
7
/ 10
Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale's cruise port is secure, but travelers should stay vigilant and cautious in neighborhoods with higher crime rates.
6
/ 10
Cartagena, Colombia
Cartagena
Travelers in Cartagena should stay vigilant, avoid displaying valuables, and consider organized tours to minimize risks of petty crime.
8
/ 10
Panama Canal Transit
Panama Canal
Cruise travelers at the Panama Canal Transit should remain aware of their surroundings while enjoying a secure and managed experience.
5
/ 10
Acajutla, El Salvador
Acajutla
Travelers should exercise caution in Acajutla due to high crime rates and consider guided tours for a safer experience.
5
/ 10
Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala
Puerto Quetzal
Travelers should remain vigilant in Puerto Quetzal due to crime risks and are advised to join organized tours for safety.
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.
4
/ 10
Acapulco, Mexico
Acapulco
Travelers to Acapulco should exercise extreme caution, remain in secured areas, and stay vigilant due to high rates of violent crime.
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.
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.

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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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the MS Zaandam sailing on January 16, 2028?

This is a 14-night cruise itinerary departing from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida.

What ports does the MS Zaandam visit on the January 16, 2028 cruise?

This route includes fort-lauderdale-florida, cartagena-colombia, panama-canal-transit, acajutla-el-salvador, puerto-quetzal-guatemala, huatulco-mexico, acapulco-mexico, cabo-san-lucas-mexico, san-diego-california.

How many sea days are included on this MS Zaandam January 16, 2028 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 6 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the MS Zaandam sailing on January 16, 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.

Can I track price drops for this MS Zaandam itinerary?

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Last Updated: Apr 2, 2026