MS Zuiderdam itinerary map for September 5, 2026
MS Zuiderdam

14 Night Canada & New England: Unesco Sites & Nights Collectors on Holland America MS Zuiderdam

September 5, 2026

MS Zuiderdam September 5, 2026

The MS Zuiderdam September 5, 2026 cruise departs from Boston, Massachusetts. On this 14 Night Canada & New England: Unesco Sites & Nights Collectors (Boston Roundtrip) sailing, the MS Zuiderdam will visit a total of 7 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Saturday, Sep 5th and returns on Saturday, Sep 19th, 2026.

Cruise Length
14
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Boston
Massachusetts
Port Stops
7
Sea Days
2
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MS Zuiderdam · September 5, 2026

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MS Zuiderdam · September 5, 2026

The MS Zuiderdam sails on September 5, 2026 for a 14 Night Canada & New England: Unesco Sites & Nights Collectors (Boston Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Boston, Massachusetts at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Boston, Massachusetts on Sep 19th at 7:00 AM. During the 15-day journey, the MS Zuiderdam will visit 6 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

14 Night Canada & New England: Unesco Sites & Nights Collectors (Boston Roundtrip)

  • SEP05
    Boston, Massachusetts
    Boston, Massachusetts
    A: — - D: 4:00 PM
  • SEP06
    Portland, Maine
    Portland, Maine
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 1:00 PM
  • SEP07
    Halifax, Nova Scotia
    Halifax, Nova Scotia
    A: 10:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • SEP08
    Sydney, Nova Scotia
    Sydney, Nova Scotia
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • SEP09
    Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island
    Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island
    A: 10:00 AM - D: 11:00 PM
  • SEP05
    Cruise Gulf Of St. Lawrence
    Cruise Gulf Of St. Lawrence
    A: — - D: —
  • SEP11
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • SEP12
    Quebec City, Quebec
    Quebec City, Quebec
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 11:00 PM
  • SEP13
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • SEP05
    Cruise Gulf Of St. Lawrence
    Cruise Gulf Of St. Lawrence
    A: — - D: —
  • SEP15
    Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island
    Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • SEP16
    Sydney, Nova Scotia
    Sydney, Nova Scotia
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • SEP17
    Halifax, Nova Scotia
    Halifax, Nova Scotia
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • SEP18
    Portland, Maine
    Portland, Maine
    A: 12:30 PM - D: 10:00 PM
  • SEP19
    Boston, Massachusetts
    Boston, Massachusetts
    A: 7:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

September 5, 2026 · 14 Night Canada & New England: Unesco Sites & Nights Collectors (Boston Roundtrip)

Boston, Massachusetts
Day 1•Saturday, Sep 5

Boston, Massachusetts

Arrival: —•Departure: 4:00 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.

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Portland, Maine
Day 2•Sunday, Sep 6

Portland, Maine

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 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.

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Halifax, Nova Scotia
Day 3•Monday, Sep 7

Halifax, Nova Scotia

Arrival: 10:00 AM•Departure: 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.

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Sydney, Nova Scotia
Day 4•Tuesday, Sep 8

Sydney, Nova Scotia

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 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.

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Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island
Day 5•Wednesday, Sep 9

Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island

Arrival: 10:00 AM•Departure: 11:00 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Cruise Gulf Of St. Lawrence
Day 6•Saturday, Sep 5

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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
At Sea
Day 7•Friday, Sep 11

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Quebec City, Quebec
Day 8•Saturday, Sep 12

Quebec City, Quebec

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 11:00 PM

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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
At Sea
Day 9•Sunday, Sep 13

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Cruise Gulf Of St. Lawrence
Day 10•Saturday, Sep 5

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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island
Day 11•Tuesday, Sep 15

Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Sydney, Nova Scotia
Day 12•Wednesday, Sep 16

Sydney, Nova Scotia

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Halifax, Nova Scotia
Day 13•Thursday, Sep 17

Halifax, Nova Scotia

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Portland, Maine
Day 14•Friday, Sep 18

Portland, Maine

Arrival: 12:30 PM•Departure: 10:00 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Boston, Massachusetts
Day 15•Saturday, Sep 19

Boston, Massachusetts

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: —

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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

MS Zuiderdam - September 5, 2026 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Boston, Massachusetts

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September

Typical Weather

97°F

Average High

41°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.12in

Daily average

3.6 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
87 / 100
safer than 87% of all cruises
87
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 September 5, 2026?

This is a 14-night cruise itinerary departing from Boston, Massachusetts.

What ports does the MS Zuiderdam visit on the September 5, 2026 cruise?

This route includes 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 September 5, 2026 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 2 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the MS Zuiderdam sailing on September 5, 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?

Yes — use the price tracking opt-in on this page to get updates when cabin prices change for this sailing.

Last Updated: Apr 7, 2026