MS Zuiderdam itinerary map for January 2, 2027
MS Zuiderdam

14 Night Panama Canal on Holland America MS Zuiderdam

January 2, 2027

MS Zuiderdam January 2, 2027

The MS Zuiderdam January 2, 2027 cruise departs from Miami, Florida. On this 14 Night Panama Canal (Miami To San Diego) sailing, the MS Zuiderdam will visit a total of 9 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Saturday, Jan 2nd and returns on Saturday, Jan 16th, 2027.

Cruise Length
14
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Miami
Florida
Port Stops
9
Sea Days
6
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Cruise Price

MS Zuiderdam · January 2, 2027

The graph below tracks historic price of the MS Zuiderdam cruise ship departing January 2, 2027. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,799 ($129 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $2,287 ($164 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 21%.

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MS Zuiderdam · January 2, 2027

The MS Zuiderdam sails on January 2, 2027 for a 14 Night Panama Canal (Miami To San Diego). The ship will depart the port of Miami, Florida at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of San Diego, California on Jan 16th at 6:00 AM. During the 15-day journey, the MS Zuiderdam will visit 8 additional ports and will spend 6 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

14 Night Panama Canal (Miami To San Diego)

  • JAN02
    Miami, Florida
    Miami, Florida
    A: — - D: 3:00 PM
  • JAN03
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN04
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN05
    Cartagena, Colombia
    Cartagena, Colombia
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 12:00 PM
  • JAN06
    Panama Canal Transit
    Panama Canal Transit
    A: 5:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • JAN07
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN08
    Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica
    Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • JAN09
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN10
    Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala
    Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • JAN11
    Huatulco, Mexico
    Huatulco, Mexico
    A: 10:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • JAN12
    Acapulco, Mexico
    Acapulco, Mexico
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • JAN13
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN14
    Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
    Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 2:00 PM
  • JAN15
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN16
    San Diego, California
    San Diego, California
    A: 6:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

January 2, 2027 · 14 Night Panama Canal (Miami To San Diego)

Miami, Florida
Day 1•Saturday, Jan 2

Miami, Florida

Arrival: —•Departure: 3:00 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.

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At Sea
Day 2•Sunday, Jan 3

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

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At Sea
Day 3•Monday, Jan 4

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Cartagena, Colombia
Day 4•Tuesday, Jan 5

Cartagena, Colombia

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 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•Wednesday, Jan 6

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•Thursday, Jan 7

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica
Day 7•Friday, Jan 8

Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica, offers docking at Puerto Caldera Port. Travelers explore Carara National Park and Jacó Beach. Excursions include zip-lining in Monteverde. Local markets sell gallo pinto. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures scarlet macaws and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes casado, a Costa Rican favorite. Souvenirs, like coffee crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Bribri history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance rainforest hikes. Puerto Caldera’s natural charm offers a vibrant Costa Rican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of wildlife and scenic beaches, making Puerto Caldera an engaging destination.

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At Sea
Day 8•Saturday, Jan 9

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala
Day 9•Sunday, Jan 10

Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala

Arrival: 6:00 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•Monday, Jan 11

Huatulco, Mexico

Arrival: 10:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 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•Tuesday, Jan 12

Acapulco, Mexico

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 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•Wednesday, Jan 13

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•Thursday, Jan 14

Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 2:00 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•Friday, Jan 15

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•Saturday, Jan 16

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 Zuiderdam - January 2, 2027 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Miami, 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
64 / 100
safer than 64% of all cruises
64
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.
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.
7
/ 10
Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica
Puerto Caldera
Travelers at Puerto Caldera should stay cautious, especially in less populated areas, and consider organized tours for enhanced safety.
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 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 January 2, 2027?

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

What ports does the MS Zuiderdam visit on the January 2, 2027 cruise?

This route includes miami-florida, cartagena-colombia, panama-canal-transit, puerto-caldera-costa-rica, puerto-quetzal-guatemala, huatulco-mexico, acapulco-mexico, cabo-san-lucas-mexico, san-diego-california.

How many sea days are included on this MS Zuiderdam January 2, 2027 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 6 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the MS Zuiderdam sailing on January 2, 2027?

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 6, 2026