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The MS Zuiderdam departs on August 23rd, 2025 and returns 7 nights later.

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MS Zuiderdam itinerary map for August 23, 2025 (7 nights)

Holland AmericaMS Zuiderdam

MS Zuiderdam
August 23, 2025

7-Night Canada & New England: New Brunswick aboard MS Zuiderdam · Departing August 23, 2025 from the Port of Boston, Massachusetts.

// AT A GLANCE

This 7-night cruise aboard the MS Zuiderdam departs from Boston, Massachusetts on Saturday, August 23, 2025 and returns on Saturday, Aug 30th. August weather across this route averages 87°/50°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 8.4 out of 10, averaged across 6 ports.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE

SAFE TIER

Safer than 84% of all cruises

Ranked across every sailing in our database.

LEAST SAFESAFEST

FULL BREAKDOWN →

night cruise

Sat → Sat

Boston

departure port

Massachusetts

port stops

Canada

sea day

Day 6

// ON THIS PAGE09 SECTIONS

01Roll Call↓02Cruise Price Tracker↓03Itinerary map↓04Cruise ports↓05Weather↓06Shore excursions↓07Safety score↓08Cruise ship↓09FAQ↓

// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

MS Zuiderdam August 23, 2025 Roll Call

7 SAVED THIS SAILING

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@wave_jamie

@daveatsea

@amelia.travels

@jt2026

// 7 CRUISERS · LOCKED

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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

MS Zuiderdam August 23, 2025 Price & Tracking

MS ZUIDERDAM·AUGUST 23, 2025

The graph below tracks historic price of the MS Zuiderdam cruise ship departing August 23, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $999 ($143 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $995 ($143 per night), this represents a recent increase of 0%.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE

Last 6 months · refreshes daily

This cabin

Avg $900

LIVE RATE

INSIDE CABIN

MS Zuiderdam · August 23, 2025

$999

$143 per night · 7 nights

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11% above average

Avg $900

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MS Zuiderdam August 23, 2025 — recent price snapshots

Date

Inside

Oceanview

Balcony

Suite

Aug 25, 2025

$999

$1,189

$1,659

—

Aug 24, 2025

$999

$1,189

$1,659

—

Aug 22, 2025

$999

$1,049

$1,539

$1,989

Aug 21, 2025

$999

$1,049

$1,719

$1,989

Aug 20, 2025

$999

—

$2,179

Aug 18, 2025

$816

—

Aug 17, 2025

$816

—

Aug 16, 2025

$999

—

Aug 14, 2025

$999

—

Aug 13, 2025

$999

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// 03 · ITINERARY

7 Night Canada & New England: New Brunswick (Boston Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapAUGUST 23, 2025

The MS Zuiderdam sails on August 23, 2025 for a 7 Night Canada & New England: New Brunswick (Boston Roundtrip) (Boston Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Boston, Massachusetts at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Boston, Massachusetts on Aug 30th at 7:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the MS Zuiderdam will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 1 day at sea.

// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE

MS Zuiderdam

AUGUST 23, 2025

8 STOPSSCROLL FOR ALL ↓

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7 NIGHTS · 5 PORTS

ROUND-TRIP · BOSTON

// 04 · PORTS

7 Night Canada & New England: New Brunswick (Boston Roundtrip) Port List

MS Zuiderdam·August 23, 2025

DAY

EMBARKATION

SATURDAY·AUG 23

Boston

Massachusetts

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

—

3:00 PM

Boston, Massachusetts, offers docking at Black Falcon Terminal. Travelers explore Freedom Trail and Boston Common. Excursions visit Salem’s Witch Museum. Local markets sell clam chowder. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures colonial landmarks and Charles River vistas. Dining onboard includes lobster rolls, a New England favorite. Souvenirs, like patriot crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Revolutionary history. Light layers suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Boston’s cultural charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic trails and scenic harbors, making Boston an engaging destination for exploration.

AUGUST FORECAST

75°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Portland, Maine — Day 2 of MS Zuiderdam August 23, 2025 cruise

DAY

PORT 1

SUNDAY·AUG 24

Portland

Maine

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

8:00 AM

5:00 PM

Portland, Maine, offers docking at Portland Port. Travelers explore Old Port and Portland Head Light. Excursions include lobster boat tours. Local markets sell lobster rolls. The peak season, June to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures lighthouses and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes clam chowder, a Maine favorite. Souvenirs, like blueberry crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Wabanaki history. Light layers and waterproof boots suit the temperate climate, while sturdy shoes enhance coastal walks. Portland’s maritime charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic districts and scenic harbors, making Portland an engaging destination for exploration.

AUGUST FORECAST

67°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Eastport, Maine — Day 3 of MS Zuiderdam August 23, 2025 cruise

DAY

PORT 2

MONDAY·AUG 25

Eastport

Maine

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

7:00 AM

2:00 PM

Eastport, Maine, has docking at Eastport Breakwater. Travelers explore Passamaquoddy Bay’s tides. Excursions spot whales off Campobello Island. Local markets sell lobster rolls. The peak season, June to September, brings mild weather. Photography captures historic waterfronts. Dining onboard includes clam chowder. Souvenirs, like lighthouse models, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover maritime history. Light layers suit coastal weather. Eastport’s quaint port offers a charming New England stop.

AUGUST FORECAST

64°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Halifax, Nova Scotia — Day 4 of MS Zuiderdam August 23, 2025 cruise

DAY

PORT 3

TUESDAY·AUG 26

Halifax

Nova Scotia

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

10:00 AM

6:00 PM

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada, offers docking at Halifax Port. Travelers explore Peggy’s Cove and Citadel Hill. Excursions include whale-watching tours. Local markets sell lobster rolls. The peak season, June to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures lighthouses and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes seafood chowder, a Nova Scotian favorite. Souvenirs, like Acadian crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mi’kmaq history. Light layers and waterproof boots suit the temperate climate, while sturdy shoes enhance coastal walks. Halifax’s maritime charm offers a vibrant Canadian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic forts and scenic coasts, making Halifax an engaging destination for exploration.

AUGUST FORECAST

66°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Sydney, Nova Scotia — Day 5 of MS Zuiderdam August 23, 2025 cruise

DAY

PORT 4

WEDNESDAY·AUG 27

Sydney

Nova Scotia

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

10:00 AM

8:00 PM

Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada, offers docking at Sydney Port. Travelers explore Fortress of Louisbourg and Baddeck’s Bell Museum. Excursions include Cabot Trail tours. Local markets sell oatcakes. The peak season, June to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes seafood chowder, a Nova Scotian favorite. Souvenirs, like Celtic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Acadian history. Light layers and waterproof boots suit the temperate climate, while sturdy shoes enhance trail hikes. Sydney’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Canadian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic forts and scenic coasts, making Sydney an engaging destination.

AUGUST FORECAST

68°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Saint John, New Brunswick — Day 7 of MS Zuiderdam August 23, 2025 cruise

DAY

PORT 6

FRIDAY·AUG 29

Saint John

New Brunswick

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

7:00 AM

2:00 PM

Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada, offers docking at Saint John Port. Travelers explore Reversing Falls and Rockwood Park. Excursions include Hopewell Rocks tours. Local markets sell dulse. The peak season, June to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures tidal phenomena and Bay of Fundy vistas. Dining onboard includes seafood chowder, a New Brunswick favorite. Souvenirs, like Acadian crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mi’kmaq history. Light layers and waterproof boots suit the temperate climate, while sturdy shoes enhance park hikes. Saint John’s natural charm offers a vibrant Canadian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of tidal wonders and scenic parks, making Saint John an engaging destination.

AUGUST FORECAST

65°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

Boston, Massachusetts — Day 8 of MS Zuiderdam August 23, 2025 cruise

DAY

DISEMBARKATION

SATURDAY·AUG 30

Boston

Massachusetts

ARRIVAL

DEPARTURE

7:00 AM

—

Returning to Boston — see Day 1 above for port info.

AUGUST FORECAST

75°F avg · Avg

Excursion options Full port info

// 05 · WEATHER

7 Night Canada & New England: New Brunswick (Boston Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

MS Zuiderdam·August 23, 2025

AUG FORECAST · BOSTON

Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.

75°

AVG · °F

Mostly sunny days

AVG HIGH

100°

AVG LOW

50°

AVG RAINFALL

3.7"

Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo

// YEAR-ROUND AT BOSTON

Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.

AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN

// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

MS Zuiderdam August 23, 2025 Excursions

MS Zuiderdam·August 23, 2025

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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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

7 Night Canada & New England: New Brunswick (Boston Roundtrip)

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

SAFE TIER

LOWHIGH

Safer than 84% of all cruises

8.4/10 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 BREAKDOWN06 PORTS

01

Boston 🇺🇸

Massachusetts · United StatesSAFE

Boston is a safe port for cruise travelers, but standard urban caution is advised in crowded areas to avoid petty theft.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

02

Portland 🇺🇸

Maine · United StatesSAFE

Portland, Maine, is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, allowing visitors to explore confidently despite occasional property crime.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

03

Eastport 🇺🇸

Maine · United StatesSAFE

Eastport, Maine, provides a safe environment for cruise travelers with a low crime rate and a welcoming community atmosphere.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

04

Halifax 🇨🇦

Nova Scotia · CanadaSAFE

Halifax is a safe cruise port with low crime rates, minimal risk of petty theft, and a welcoming atmosphere for travelers.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

05

Sydney 🇨🇦

Nova Scotia · CanadaSAFE

Sydney, Nova Scotia, is a safe cruise port with low crime rates, though travelers should remain cautious in isolated areas.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

06

Saint John 🇨🇦

New Brunswick · CanadaSAFE

Saint John, New Brunswick, offers a safe environment with low crime rates and a welcoming atmosphere for cruise travelers.

0.0/10

SAFETY SCORE

// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

MS Zuiderdam Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsHOLLAND AMERICA

HOLLAND AMERICA · VISTA CLASS

CHRISTENED

2002

STATEROOMS

982

TONNAGE

82,305GT

2.1% BELOW AVG· vs avg 84,029 GT

YEAR BUILT

2002

6 YEARS OLDER· vs avg 2008

LENGTH

955ft

3.5% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 922 ft

PASSENGER COUNT

2,272cruisers

5.3% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 2,157 cruisers

// ABOUT THE SHIP

The MS Zuiderdam has a construction date of 2002 and a total size of 82,305 gross tons. The ship measures 955 feet in length. MS Zuiderdam is included in Holland America's Vista Class class. At full capacity, the MS Zuiderdam holds 2,272 passengers. That includes 1,430 cruise vacationers and 842 staff members. The MS Zuiderdam total number of staterooms is 982.