The January 3, 2024 cruise on the MS Zuiderdam departs from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida. On this 55 Night Grand World Voyage (Ft. Lauderdale To Tokyo) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 25 different cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The MS Zuiderdam sets sail on Wednesday, Jan 3rd and returns on Tuesday, Feb 27th.
Jan 3rd - Feb 27th
Holland America Cruise Line
from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
The MS Zuiderdam has a construction date of 2002 and a total size of 82,305 gross tons. The ship measures 955 feet (291 meters) in length. MS Zuiderdam is included in Holland America’s Vista Class Class. At full capacity, the MS Zuiderdam holds 3,114 passengers. That includes 2,272 cruise vacationers and 842 staff members. The MS Zuiderdam total number of staterooms is 982.
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MS Zuiderdam - January 3, 2024 - 55 Nights
Day | Date | Port |
---|---|---|
1 | Jan 2nd | Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida |
2 | Jan 3rd | At Sea |
3 | Jan 4th | At Sea |
4 | Jan 5th | At Sea |
5 | Jan 7th | Scarborough, Tobago |
6 | Jan 7th | At Sea |
7 | Jan 9th | Devils Island, French Guiana |
8 | Jan 2nd | Cruise Amazon River |
9 | Jan 2nd | Cross The Equator |
9 | Jan 11th | Macapa, Brazil |
9 | Jan 2nd | Cruise Amazon River |
10 | Jan 12th | Alter Do Chao, Brazil |
11 | Jan 13th | Boca Da Valeria, Brazil |
12 | Jan 14th | Manaus, Brazil |
13 | Jan 15th | Parintins, Brazil |
14 | Jan 16th | Santarem, Brazil |
15 | Jan 2nd | Cruise Amazon River |
15 | Jan 2nd | Cross The Equator |
16 | Jan 17th | At Sea |
17 | Jan 18th | At Sea |
18 | Jan 20th | St. George's, Grenada |
19 | Jan 20th | At Sea |
20 | Jan 22nd | Willemstad, Curacao |
21 | Jan 22nd | At Sea |
22 | Jan 24th | Panama Canal Transit |
23 | Jan 24th | At Sea |
24 | Jan 26th | Puerto Quepos, Costa Rica |
25 | Jan 26th | At Sea |
26 | Jan 27th | At Sea |
27 | Jan 29th | Manzanillo, Mexico |
28 | Jan 30th | Puerto Vallarta, Mexico |
29 | Jan 30th | At Sea |
30 | Jan 31st | At Sea |
31 | Feb 1st | At Sea |
32 | Feb 2nd | At Sea |
33 | Feb 3rd | At Sea |
34 | Feb 4th | At Sea |
35 | Feb 6th | Kailua-Kona, Hawaii |
36 | Feb 7th | Hilo, Hawaii |
37 | Feb 8th | Honolulu, Oahu |
38 | Feb 8th | At Sea |
39 | Feb 9th | At Sea |
40 | Feb 10th | At Sea |
41 | Jan 2nd | Cross International Dateline |
42 | Feb 12th | At Sea |
43 | Feb 13th | At Sea |
44 | Feb 14th | At Sea |
45 | Feb 15th | At Sea |
46 | Feb 17th | Guam, Mariana Islands |
47 | Feb 18th | Saipan, Mariana Islands |
48 | Feb 18th | At Sea |
49 | Feb 19th | At Sea |
50 | Feb 20th | At Sea |
51 | Feb 22nd | Ishigaki, Japan |
52 | Feb 23rd | Naha, Okinawa |
53 | Jan 2nd | Naha, Okinawa |
54 | Feb 24th | At Sea |
55 | Feb 25th | At Sea |
56 | Feb 27th | Tokyo, Japan |
Cruise Itinerary
The MS Zuiderdam sails on January 3, 2024 for a 55 Night Grand World Voyage (Ft. Lauderdale To Tokyo). The ship will depart the port of Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Tokyo, Japan on Feb 27th at 7:00 AM. During the 59-day journey, the MS Zuiderdam will visit 24 additional ports and will spend 29 days at sea.
Ft. Lauderdale has 23 miles of beaches, 300 miles of inland waterways and swimming pools galore, but immersing yourself in this city doesn't require a drop of water. Dive into a culture as deep as any ocean, a culture characterized by Seminoles and Broadway shows, golf and whimsical water taxis, fine cuisine and tasty jazz. And just like the horizon here, the list of attractions goes on and on.
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!
Scuba divers and snorkelers will appreciate the magnificence of the tropical fish and coral reefs in the waters surrounding Tobago. History fans take note: the battle between French, British, Spanish, and Dutch for the control of Tobago led to the construction of Fort King George, which overlooks Port of Spain.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
The most notorious of the three Salvation Islands, Devil's Island functioned for generations as a French penal colony. Once known as the "Dry Guillotine" because so many prisoners died there, the island today seems haunted by the spirits of former prisoners. Henri Charriere, better known as "Papillon," claimed to be the only prisoner ever to escape the Island.
Experience the once-in-a-lifetime thrill of cruising down the mighty Amazon River. The Amazon gets as wide as two hundred miles in places and the dazzling array of plant and animal species tops twenty thousand different varieties. You'll see parrots and toucans, turtles, alligators, and even a few monkeys!
Experience the once-in-a-lifetime thrill of cruising down the mighty Amazon River. The Amazon gets as wide as two hundred miles in places and the dazzling array of plant and animal species tops twenty thousand different varieties. You'll see parrots and toucans, turtles, alligators, and even a few monkeys!
The resort village of Alter do Chao boasts beautiful white sand beaches and turquoise waters. Relax on the shores of the Tapajos River and Lago Verde (Green Lake). Be sure to plan a visit to the superb Center for the Preservation of Indigenous Art as well. Find out why Alter do Chao is a vacation spot of choice for many Brazilians.
A small Amazon village in the middle of the Amazon. Get a taste of the Amazonian lifestyle up close while bartering for local handcrafts at the port.
See the signs of the lavish lifestyle and ornate architecture of the 19th century rubber barons that made their fortunes around Manaus, including the opera house, which was recently renovated. Manaus is the main port of the Amazonia.
At the center of millions of miles of rain forest, Parintins is a quiet island where you'll learn about the life of the indigenous people of Brazil. Parintins was the focus of the Conference on the 500 Years of the Indigenous Peoples, on the 500th anniversary of the first meeting of Brazil's indigenous world with European civilization. Also the site of the famous Boi Bumba Festival every summer.
Santarem, located near the convergence of the Tapajos and Amazon Rivers, serves as the supply center for the miners and prospectors in the region and serves a major port of call for river steamers.
Experience the once-in-a-lifetime thrill of cruising down the mighty Amazon River. The Amazon gets as wide as two hundred miles in places and the dazzling array of plant and animal species tops twenty thousand different varieties. You'll see parrots and toucans, turtles, alligators, and even a few monkeys!
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!
This picturesque city, wrapped around the perimeter of the island's finest natural harbour, is perhaps the most appealing capital city in the entire Caribbean. Founded in the early 18th century by the French, St. George's still possesses something of the character of a French town, particularly in the red tile roofs and pastel colors of its traditional architecture.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Hospitable and always sunny, Curacao bids you a warm welcome. The friendly inhabitants, first class hotels, wonderful climate, crystal clear seawater, fascinating architecture, floating market, pontoon bridge, secluded bays, rich fauna and flora, and the many possibilities for excursions and entertainment make Curacao the tourist's paradise.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Spend an unforgettable day cruising the Panama Canal, a fifty-one-mile waterway through the rainforest that is one of the world's engineering masterpieces. The ship glides down the canal with inches to spare, through locks that raise and lower it like a toy. Along the way it crosses enormous Gatun Lake, and the amazing Gaillard Cut, blasted out of a solid mountainside.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Quepos, in Costa Rica, is well known for its excellent sport fishing. A major attraction is Manuel Antonio National Park, one of the country's most beautiful natural landmarks. Look for wildlife--including colorful tropical birds, sloths of both the two- and three-toed varieties, coatis, pacas, brightly colored land crabs, and butterflies. The endangered squirrel monkey is also a resident.
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!
Manzanillo is located between Puerto Vallarta and Acapulco and features beautiful, unoccupied beaches, excellent cuisine, and plenty of activities, including horseback riding, kayaking, world-famous deep-sea fishing, scuba diving and snorkeling, and yes, shopping. Spend a day fishing in the "Sailfish capital of the world" and your nights dancing away in the active nightlife downtown.
Hollywood discovered this little fishing village back in the 1960's, and since then luxury resorts and bougainvillea-covered villas have flourished in the delightful seaside climate. Yet hints of past tranquility remain: cobbled courtyards where the locals hold their markets, and superb sport-fishing just offshore.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Guam is a United States territory seated in the Pacific Ocean, closer to Japan than to the U.S. Guam is a tropical paradise and a melting pot of Micronesian, Chamoru, American, and Asian cultures. Thanks to this diversity, visitors can enjoy a wide variety of excellent restaurants. The entire island boasts duty-free status, giving shoppers a chance to pick up inexpensive brand-name merchandise.
Few places can claim to be all things to all people, but Saipan comes very close. You'll know you're in paradise as you travel along Beach Road with its tantalizing glimpses of the rich blues and greens of the Philippine Sea. World class shopping, dining, sightseeing, and activities are all here, and all this surrounded by the warmth, beauty, and hospitality found only on the beautiful island of Saipan.
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!
In 1853, Commodore Perry chose Naha as his first base for the penetration of Japan. The city was virtually destroyed during World War II. In 1945 it became the headquarters of the U.S. military governor of the Ryukyus. When the island was returned to Japan in 1972, it became the capital of Okinawa prefecture.
In 1853, Commodore Perry chose Naha as his first base for the penetration of Japan. The city was virtually destroyed during World War II. In 1945 it became the headquarters of the U.S. military governor of the Ryukyus. When the island was returned to Japan in 1972, it became the capital of Okinawa prefecture.
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!
Huge department stores brim with shoppers, neon flashes from dusk to dawn, and the entire world pays heed to the slightest fluctuation on the Nikkei Index. From the Imperial Palace and Meiji Shrine to the fabled Ginza district, 21st-century Tokyo is an intriguing composite of East and West. Japanese houses of wood and paper stand in the shadow of towering steel and mortar. Not far away, one of the world's most impressive sights soars 12,388 feet to its snow-clad peak: Mount Fuji, the majestic symbol of Japan.