October 4, 2026
4-Night PACIFIC COAST Cruise
Departing from Vancouver
From
$609
Price / day
$152
Fred Olsen Bolette|MS Zaandam
Fred Olsen Bolette vs MS Zaandam
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Fred Olsen Bolette
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
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Newer Ship
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Fred Olsen Bolette
45.5 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Fred Olsen Bolette vs MS Zaandam: Quick Comparison
Fred Olsen Bolette and MS Zaandam both entered service in 2000. Fred Olsen Bolette is approximately 2% larger by gross tonnage at 62,735 GT. MS Zaandam also carries 52 more passengers. MS Zaandam has upcoming sailings in PACIFIC COAST and Mexico. The sailings shown cover different itineraries, so the price per day figures are not a like-for-like comparison. Cruise fares vary significantly by itinerary, departure date and cabin availability, so any price difference should be treated as a snapshot rather than a permanent gap.
Ship Comparison
| Spec | Fred Olsen Bolette | MS Zaandam |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2000 | 2000 |
| Gross Tonnage | 62,735 GT | 61,396 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 1,380 | 1,432 |
| Space per Passenger | 45.5 GT | 42.9 GT |
| Length | 237.83 m | 237 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | 716 |
Key Differences: Fred Olsen Bolette vs MS Zaandam
Age
Fred Olsen Bolette and MS Zaandam were both built in 2000.
Size
At 62,735 GT, Fred Olsen Bolette is approximately 2% larger by gross tonnage than MS Zaandam at 61,396 GT.
Passenger capacity
MS Zaandam carries up to 1,432 passengers compared with 1,380 aboard Fred Olsen Bolette, a difference of 52 passengers.
Passenger space
Fred Olsen Bolette offers more space per passenger: 45.5 GT per guest, compared with 42.9 aboard MS Zaandam. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Fred Olsen Bolette and MS Zaandam (PACIFIC COAST and Mexico) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
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MS Zaandam
4-DAY PACIFIC COASTAL CRUISE
- Departure Port
- Vancouver
- Region
- PACIFIC COAST
- Nights
- 4
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Oct 4, 2026Vancouver
- Day 2 · Oct 5, 2026San Diego
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Fred Olsen Bolette
MS Zaandam
December 7, 2026
12-Night Mexico Cruise
Departing from San Diego
From
$1,979
Price / day
$165
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Fred Olsen Bolette
Average
$0 / day
VS
MS Zaandam
Average
$159 / day
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Fred Olsen Bolette if…
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You value having more space per passenger (higher GT-per-guest ratio).
Choose MS Zaandam if…
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in PACIFIC COAST and Mexico.
- Departing from Vancouver and San Diego works for your plans.
Fred Olsen Bolette vs MS Zaandam: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Both ships are the same
Bigger
Fred Olsen Bolette
62,735 GT
2% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Both ships were built in 2000.
- Fred Olsen Bolette is 2% larger by gross tonnage.
- MS Zaandam carries 52 more passengers.
- Fred Olsen Bolette offers more space per passenger (45.5 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Fred Olsen Bolette or MS Zaandam?
Fred Olsen Bolette is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 62,735 GT compared with MS Zaandam at 61,396 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
MS Zaandam has a passenger capacity of approximately 1,432, compared with 1,380 for Fred Olsen Bolette.
Which ship is more spacious, Fred Olsen Bolette or MS Zaandam?
Fred Olsen Bolette has the higher passenger space ratio at 45.5 GT per passenger, versus 42.9 for MS Zaandam. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Where does MS Zaandam sail?
The upcoming MS Zaandam sailings currently listed cover PACIFIC COAST and Mexico, departing from Vancouver and San Diego.
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