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MS Zuiderdam itinerary map for February 17, 2028 (9 nights)
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9 nights · 8 ports
Round-trip · Barcelona, Spain
Holland AmericaMS Zuiderdam

MS Zuiderdam
February 17, 2028

9-Night Western Mediterranean: Spain Morocco & Italy aboard MS Zuiderdam · Departing February 17, 2028 from the Port of Barcelona, Spain.

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// AT A GLANCE

This 9-night cruise aboard the MS Zuiderdam departs from Barcelona, Spain on Thursday, February 17, 2028 and returns on Saturday, Feb 26th. February weather across this route averages 68°/34°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.0 out of 10, averaged across 8 ports.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
7.0OUT OF 10
MODERATE TIER
Safer than 70% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
FULL BREAKDOWN →
01
9
night cruise
Thu → Sat
02
Barcelona
departure port
Spain
03
8
port stops
Morocco
04
2
sea days
Day 3
// ON THIS PAGE09 SECTIONS
01Roll Call↓02Cruise Price Tracker↓03Itinerary map↓04Cruise ports↓05Weather↓06Shore excursions↓07Safety score↓08Cruise ship↓09FAQ↓

The MS Zuiderdam, operated by Holland America Cruise Line, sets sail on Thursday, February 17, 2028 from Barcelona, Spain for a 9-night Western Mediterranean: Spain Morocco & Italy cruise. This itinerary includes 8 unique port stops and 2 days at sea. February weather across the route averages 68°F highs and 34°F lows. The itinerary safety score is 7.0 out of 10, combining travel advisories, crime statistics, and Global Peace Index data. Cabin fares start from $999, with daily price tracking available for inside, oceanview, balcony, and suite categories. Gangwaze monitors pricing daily so you can set a price-drop alert and book when the fare is right. Explore the full day-by-day port schedule, shore excursion options, onboard amenities, and weather forecasts for each stop on this MS Zuiderdam sailing.

// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

MS Zuiderdam February 17, 2028 Roll Call

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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

MS Zuiderdam February 17, 2028 Price & Tracking

MS ZUIDERDAM·FEBRUARY 17, 2028

The graph below tracks historic price of the MS Zuiderdam cruise ship departing February 17, 2028. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $999 ($111 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $999 ($111 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 0%.

MS Zuiderdam cruise departing February 17, 2028 — 9-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $999 ($111 per night). Average price: $999.

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MS Zuiderdam · February 17, 2028
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// 03 · ITINERARY

9 Night Western Mediterranean: Spain Morocco & Italy (Barcelona To Rome) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapFEBRUARY 17, 2028
The MS Zuiderdam sails on February 17, 2028 for a 9 Night Western Mediterranean: Spain Morocco & Italy (Barcelona To Rome) (Barcelona Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Barcelona, Spain at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy on Feb 26th at 6:00 AM. During the 10-day journey, the MS Zuiderdam will visit 7 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
MS Zuiderdam
FEBRUARY 17, 2028
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9 NIGHTS · 7 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · BARCELONA
// 04 · PORTS

9 Night Western Mediterranean: Spain Morocco & Italy (Barcelona To Rome) Port List

MS Zuiderdam·February 17, 2028
Barcelona, Spain — Day 1 of MS Zuiderdam February 17, 2028 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
THURSDAY·FEB 17

Barcelona

Spain
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
—
4:00 PM

Barcelona, Spain, offers docking at Barcelona Port. Travelers explore Sagrada Familia and Park Güell. Excursions visit Montserrat Monastery. Local markets sell paella. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures Gaudí architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes tapas, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Catalan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Barcelona’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modernist landmarks and scenic coasts, making Barcelona an engaging destination for exploring Spain’s Catalan region.

FEBRUARY FORECAST
48°F avg · Avg
Valencia, Spain — Day 2 of MS Zuiderdam February 17, 2028 cruise
DAY
2
PORT 1
FRIDAY·FEB 18

Valencia

Spain
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
8:00 PM

Valencia, Spain, offers docking at Valencia Port. Travelers explore City of Arts and Sciences and La Lonja. Excursions visit Albufera’s lagoon. Local markets sell paella. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures futuristic architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes horchata, a Valencian favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Valencian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Valencia’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modern landmarks and scenic coasts, making Valencia an engaging destination for exploration.

FEBRUARY FORECAST
53°F avg · Avg
Tangier, Morocco — Day 4 of MS Zuiderdam February 17, 2028 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
SUNDAY·FEB 20

Tangier

Morocco
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
8:00 PM

Tangier, Morocco, offers docking at Tangier Port. Travelers explore Kasbah Museum and Medina’s souks. Excursions visit Chefchaouen’s blue streets. Local markets sell tagine. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colorful alleys and Strait of Gibraltar vistas. Dining onboard includes couscous, a Moroccan favorite. Souvenirs, like leather crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Berber history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance medina walks. Tangier’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Moroccan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic kasbahs and bustling souks, making Tangier an engaging destination for exploring Morocco’s northern coast.

FEBRUARY FORECAST
55°F avg · Avg
Cadiz (Seville), Spain — Day 5 of MS Zuiderdam February 17, 2028 cruise
DAY
5
PORT 4
MONDAY·FEB 21

Cadiz (Seville)

Spain
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
7:00 PM

Cádiz (Seville), Spain, offers docking at Cádiz Port with excursions to Seville. Travelers explore Seville’s Alcázar and Cádiz’s old town. Excursions visit Jerez’s sherry bodegas. Local markets sell gazpacho. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Moorish palaces and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes jamón ibérico, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like fan crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Andalusian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Cádiz’s cultural gateway offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Cádiz an engaging destination.

FEBRUARY FORECAST
52°F avg · Avg
Malaga, Spain — Day 6 of MS Zuiderdam February 17, 2028 cruise
DAY
6
PORT 5
TUESDAY·FEB 22

Malaga

Spain
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
6:00 AM
3:00 PM

Málaga, Spain, offers docking at Málaga Port. Travelers explore Alcazaba Fortress and Picasso Museum. Excursions visit Ronda’s deep gorges. Local markets sell gazpacho. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Moorish architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes paella, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Andalusian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Málaga’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic fortresses and scenic coasts, making Málaga an engaging destination for exploring Spain’s Costa del Sol.

FEBRUARY FORECAST
54°F avg · Avg
Cagliari, Sardinia — Day 8 of MS Zuiderdam February 17, 2028 cruise
DAY
8
PORT 7
THURSDAY·FEB 24

Cagliari

Sardinia
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
3:00 PM

Cagliari, Sardinia, offers docking at Cagliari Port. Travelers explore Poetto Beach and Castello district. Excursions visit Nora’s ancient ruins. Local markets sell malloreddus. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures medieval towers and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes fregola con frutti di mare, a Sardinian favorite. Souvenirs, like cork crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Nuragic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Cagliari’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient ruins and scenic beaches, making Cagliari an engaging destination for exploration.

FEBRUARY FORECAST
53°F avg · Avg
Naples, Italy — Day 9 of MS Zuiderdam February 17, 2028 cruise
DAY
9
PORT 8
FRIDAY·FEB 25

Naples

Italy
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
4:00 PM

Naples, Italy, offers docking at Naples Port. Travelers explore Pompeii ruins and Royal Palace. Excursions visit Capri’s Blue Grotto. Local markets sell margherita pizza. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes spaghetti alle vongole, an Italian favorite. Souvenirs, like cameo crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Roman history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Naples’ cultural charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of archaeological sites and scenic islands, making Naples an engaging destination for exploration.

FEBRUARY FORECAST
46°F avg · Avg
Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy — Day 10 of MS Zuiderdam February 17, 2028 cruise
DAY
10
DISEMBARKATION
SATURDAY·FEB 26

Civitavecchia (Rome)

Italy
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
6:00 AM
—

Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy, offers docking at Civitavecchia Port with excursions to Rome. Travelers explore Colosseum and Pantheon. Excursions visit Vatican City’s Sistine Chapel. Local markets sell gelato. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes carbonara, an Italian favorite. Souvenirs, like Murano glass, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Roman history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Civitavecchia’s cultural gateway offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient landmarks and scenic coasts, making Civitavecchia an engaging destination.

FEBRUARY FORECAST
48°F avg · Avg
// 05 · WEATHER

9 Night Western Mediterranean: Spain Morocco & Italy (Barcelona To Rome) Weather Forecast

MS Zuiderdam·February 17, 2028
FEB FORECAST · BARCELONA
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
48°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
72°
AVG LOW
24°
AVG RAINFALL
1.3"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT BARCELONA
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
48°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

MS Zuiderdam February 17, 2028 Excursions

MS Zuiderdam·February 17, 2028

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.

// BROWSE BY PORT
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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

9 Night Western Mediterranean: Spain Morocco & Italy (Barcelona To Rome)

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
MODERATE TIER
0OUT OF 100
LOWHIGH
Safer than 70% of all cruises
7.0/10 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 BREAKDOWN08 PORTS
01

Barcelona 🇪🇸

Spain · SpainMODERATE

Travelers should stay vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas and secure their belongings to ensure safety while enjoying the city.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
02

Valencia 🇪🇸

Spain · SpainMODERATE

Valencia is a safe cruise port with a low crime rate, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft in busy areas.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

Tangier 🌍

Morocco · MoroccoCAUTION

Travelers should remain vigilant in Tangier, especially in the medina, to avoid petty crime and harassment while exploring the city.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

Cadiz (Seville) 🇪🇸

Spain · SpainMODERATE

Travelers should stay vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas while enjoying the safe and welcoming atmosphere of Cadiz.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
05

Malaga 🇪🇸

Spain · SpainMODERATE

Travelers in Malaga should remain vigilant against petty theft and pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas and popular attractions.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
06

Cagliari 🇮🇹

Sardinia · ItalySAFE

Cagliari is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates and a welcoming atmosphere, allowing travelers to explore confidently.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
07

Naples 🇮🇹

Italy · ItalyCAUTION

Travelers in Naples should stay vigilant against petty crime and be cautious of traffic while exploring the city.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
08

Civitavecchia (Rome) 🇮🇹

Italy · ItalyMODERATE

Civitavecchia is generally safe, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft and scams in crowded areas and near attractions.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

MS Zuiderdam Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsHOLLAND AMERICA
MS Zuiderdam
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.

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