MS Zuiderdam itinerary map for April 18, 2026
MS Zuiderdam

14 Night Atlantic Seaboard & Colonial New England: Quebec City on Holland America MS Zuiderdam

April 18, 2026

MS Zuiderdam April 18, 2026

The MS Zuiderdam April 18, 2026 cruise departs from Miami, Florida. On this 14 Night Atlantic Seaboard & Colonial New England: Quebec City (Miami To Quebec City) sailing, the MS Zuiderdam will visit a total of 10 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Saturday, Apr 18th and returns on Saturday, May 2nd, 2026.

Cruise Length
14
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Miami
Florida
Port Stops
10
Sea Days
5

Cruise Price

MS Zuiderdam · April 18, 2026

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Cruise Itinerary Map

MS Zuiderdam · April 18, 2026

The MS Zuiderdam sails on April 18, 2026 for a 14 Night Atlantic Seaboard & Colonial New England: Quebec City (Miami To Quebec City). The ship will depart the port of Miami, Florida at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Quebec City, Quebec on May 2nd at 7:00 AM. During the 15-day journey, the MS Zuiderdam will visit 9 additional ports and will spend 5 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

14 Night Atlantic Seaboard & Colonial New England: Quebec City (Miami To Quebec City)

  • APR18
    Miami, Florida
    Miami, Florida
    A: — - D: 4:00 PM
  • APR19
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • APR20
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • APR21
    Norfolk, Virginia
    Norfolk, Virginia
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • APR22
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • APR23
    Newport, Rhode Island
    Newport, Rhode Island
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 11:00 PM
  • APR24
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • APR25
    Boston, Massachusetts
    Boston, Massachusetts
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • APR26
    Portland, Maine
    Portland, Maine
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 1:00 PM
  • APR27
    Halifax, Nova Scotia
    Halifax, Nova Scotia
    A: 10:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • APR28
    Sydney, Nova Scotia
    Sydney, Nova Scotia
    A: 10:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • APR29
    Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island
    Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 9:00 PM
  • APR18
    Cruise Gulf Of St. Lawrence
    Cruise Gulf Of St. Lawrence
    A: — - D: —
  • MAY01
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAY02
    Quebec City, Quebec
    Quebec City, Quebec
    A: 7:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

April 18, 2026 · 14 Night Atlantic Seaboard & Colonial New England: Quebec City (Miami To Quebec City)

Miami, Florida
Day 1Saturday, Apr 18

Miami, Florida

Arrival:Departure: 4:00 PM

Miami, Florida, offers docking at PortMiami. Travelers explore South Beach and Wynwood Walls. Excursions visit Everglades National Park. Local markets sell Cuban sandwiches. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures art deco 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. Miami’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of vibrant nightlife and scenic wetlands, making Miami an engaging destination for exploring Florida’s southern coast.

At Sea
Day 2Sunday, Apr 19

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AMDeparture: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

At Sea
Day 3Monday, Apr 20

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AMDeparture: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Norfolk, Virginia
Day 4Tuesday, Apr 21

Norfolk, Virginia

Arrival: 8:00 AMDeparture: 5:00 PM

Norfolk, Virginia, offers docking at Norfolk’s Half Moone Cruise Terminal. Travelers explore the Nauticus maritime museum and Battleship Wisconsin. Excursions visit Colonial Williamsburg’s historic sites. Local markets sell Virginia ham. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures waterfront views and naval history. Dining onboard includes crab cakes, a Virginia favorite. Souvenirs, like nautical crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Norfolk’s naval heritage. Light layers suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance museum walks. Norfolk’s maritime charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of naval history, colonial excursions, and scenic waterfronts, making Norfolk an engaging destination for exploring Virginia’s coastal and historical treasures along the Chesapeake Bay.

At Sea
Day 5Wednesday, Apr 22

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AMDeparture: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Newport, Rhode Island
Day 6Thursday, Apr 23

Newport, Rhode Island

Arrival: 8:00 AMDeparture: 11:00 PM

Newport, Rhode Island, offers docking at Newport Port. Travelers explore The Breakers and Cliff Walk. Excursions visit Providence’s RISD Museum. Local markets sell clam chowder. The peak season, June to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Gilded Age mansions and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes lobster rolls, a Rhode Island favorite. Souvenirs, like nautical crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Narragansett history. Light layers and waterproof boots suit the temperate climate, while sturdy shoes enhance cliff walks. Newport’s historic charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of opulent estates and scenic coasts, making Newport an engaging destination.

At Sea
Day 7Friday, Apr 24

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AMDeparture: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Boston, Massachusetts
Day 8Saturday, Apr 25

Boston, Massachusetts

Arrival: 7:00 AMDeparture: 5:00 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.

Portland, Maine
Day 9Sunday, Apr 26

Portland, Maine

Arrival: 7:00 AMDeparture: 1:00 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.

Halifax, Nova Scotia
Day 10Monday, Apr 27

Halifax, Nova Scotia

Arrival: 10:00 AMDeparture: 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.

Sydney, Nova Scotia
Day 11Tuesday, Apr 28

Sydney, Nova Scotia

Arrival: 10:00 AMDeparture: 6:00 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.

Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island
Day 12Wednesday, Apr 29

Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island

Arrival: 9:00 AMDeparture: 9:00 PM

Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada, offers docking at Charlottetown Port. Travelers explore Province House and Green Gables. Excursions include lobster fishing tours. Local markets sell lobster rolls. The peak season, June to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Victorian homes and Gulf of St. Lawrence vistas. Dining onboard includes Malpeque oysters, a PEI favorite. Souvenirs, like Anne-themed crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mi’kmaq history. Light layers and waterproof boots suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Charlottetown’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Canadian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of literary heritage and scenic coasts, making Charlottetown an engaging destination.

Cruise Gulf Of St. Lawrence
Day 13Saturday, Apr 18

Cruise Gulf Of St. Lawrence

Arrival:Departure:

Gulf of St. Lawrence, no docking; ships cruise Canada’s estuary. Travelers spot beluga whales. Zodiacs explore Saguenay Fjord. No facilities; provisions from ship. Peak season June to September; fog common. Photography captures Anticosti Island. Dining onboard includes lobster. Souvenirs, like whale postcards, in ship shops. Briefings on tides. Kayaking in fjords. Light layers for coastal weather. The gulf’s marine life and islands offer Atlantic Canada’s scenic sailing.

At Sea
Day 14Friday, May 1

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AMDeparture: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Quebec City, Quebec
Day 15Saturday, May 2

Quebec City, Quebec

Arrival: 7:00 AMDeparture:

Quebec City, Quebec, Canada, offers docking at Quebec City Port. Travelers explore Old Quebec and Montmorency Falls. Excursions visit Île d’Orléans. Local markets sell poutine. The peak season, June to September, brings mild weather for river tours. Photography captures fortified walls and St. Lawrence vistas. Dining onboard includes tourtière, a Quebecois favorite. Souvenirs, like maple crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover French Canadian history. Light layers and waterproof boots suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Quebec City’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Canadian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO landmarks and scenic rivers, making Quebec City an engaging destination.

Weather Forecast

MS Zuiderdam - April 18, 2026 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Miami, Florida

April

Typical Weather

89°F

Average High

59°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.10in

Daily average

3.0 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
84 / 100
safer than 84% of all cruises
84
7
/ 10
Miami, Florida
Miami
Travelers should remain vigilant and safeguard belongings in Miami, as certain neighborhoods may have higher crime rates, especially after dark.
8
/ 10
Norfolk, Virginia
Norfolk
Norfolk is a generally safe cruise port, but travelers should stay vigilant in certain downtown neighborhoods, especially at night.
9
/ 10
Newport, Rhode Island
Newport
Newport, Rhode Island, is a safe destination for cruise travelers with low crime rates, though standard precautions are recommended.
8
/ 10
Boston, Massachusetts
Boston
Boston is a safe port for cruise travelers, but standard urban caution is advised in crowded areas to avoid petty theft.
9
/ 10
Portland, Maine
Portland
Portland, Maine, is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, allowing visitors to explore confidently despite occasional property crime.
8
/ 10
Halifax, Nova Scotia
Halifax
Halifax is a safe cruise port with low crime rates, minimal risk of petty theft, and a welcoming atmosphere for travelers.
8
/ 10
Sydney, Nova Scotia
Sydney
Sydney, Nova Scotia, is a safe cruise port with low crime rates, though travelers should remain cautious in isolated areas.
9
/ 10
Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island
Charlottetown
Charlottetown is a safe destination for cruise travelers, featuring a low crime rate and friendly locals for a secure experience.
10
/ 10
Cruise Gulf Of St. Lawrence
Gulf Of St. Lawr
Travelers can enjoy the scenic Gulf of St. Lawrence safely from their cruise ship without the need to disembark.
9
/ 10
Quebec City, Quebec
Quebec City
Quebec City is known for its safety and low crime rates, providing a secure environment for cruise travelers to explore.

Cruise Ship

MS Zuiderdam

⚓ Tonnage

82,305

vs avg 84,029

🛠️ Year Built

2,002

vs avg 2,008

📏 Length (ft)

955

vs avg 922

👥 Passenger Count

2,272

vs avg 2,157

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.

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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the MS Zuiderdam sailing on April 18, 2026?

This is a 14-night cruise itinerary departing from Miami, Florida.

What ports does the MS Zuiderdam visit on the April 18, 2026 cruise?

This route includes miami-florida, norfolk-virginia, newport-rhode-island, boston-massachusetts, portland-maine, halifax-nova-scotia, sydney-nova-scotia, charlottetown-prince-edward-island, cruise-gulf-of-st-lawrence, quebec-city-quebec.

How many sea days are included on this MS Zuiderdam April 18, 2026 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 5 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the MS Zuiderdam sailing on April 18, 2026?

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 Zuiderdam itinerary?

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Last Updated: Apr 7, 2026