September 27, 2026
5-Night PACIFIC COAST Cruise
Departing from Vancouver
From
$399
Price / day
$80
ms Nieuw Amsterdam|Seabourn Sojourn
ms Nieuw Amsterdam vs Seabourn Sojourn
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
ms Nieuw Amsterdam
Holland America Line
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Newer Ship
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
ms Nieuw Amsterdam
92.9 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
ms Nieuw Amsterdam vs Seabourn Sojourn: Quick Comparison
ms Nieuw Amsterdam and Seabourn Sojourn both entered service in 2010. ms Nieuw Amsterdam is approximately 166% larger by gross tonnage at 86,273 GT. ms Nieuw Amsterdam also carries 479 more passengers. ms Nieuw Amsterdam has upcoming sailings in PACIFIC COAST and Caribbean. 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 | ms Nieuw Amsterdam | Seabourn Sojourn |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2010 | 2010 |
| Gross Tonnage | 86,273 GT | 32,477 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 929 | 450 |
| Space per Passenger | 92.9 GT | 72.2 GT |
| Length | 285.22 m | 198.19 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: ms Nieuw Amsterdam vs Seabourn Sojourn
Age
ms Nieuw Amsterdam and Seabourn Sojourn were both built in 2010.
Size
At 86,273 GT, ms Nieuw Amsterdam is approximately 166% larger by gross tonnage than Seabourn Sojourn at 32,477 GT.
Passenger capacity
ms Nieuw Amsterdam carries up to 929 passengers compared with 450 aboard Seabourn Sojourn, a difference of 479 passengers.
Passenger space
ms Nieuw Amsterdam offers more space per passenger: 92.9 GT per guest, compared with 72.2 aboard Seabourn Sojourn. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for ms Nieuw Amsterdam (PACIFIC COAST and Caribbean) and Seabourn Sojourn currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Compare Ports of Call
ms Nieuw Amsterdam
5-DAY PACIFIC COASTAL CRUISE
- Departure Port
- Vancouver
- Region
- PACIFIC COAST
- Nights
- 5
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 27, 2026Vancouver
- Day 2 · Sep 28, 2026San Francisco
- Day 3 · Sep 29, 2026San Diego
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
ms Nieuw Amsterdam
October 18, 2026
21-Night Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Fort Lauderdale
From
$3,394
Price / day
$162
Seabourn Sojourn
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
ms Nieuw Amsterdam
Average
$121 / day
VS
Seabourn Sojourn
Average
$0 / day
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose ms Nieuw Amsterdam if…
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You value having more space per passenger (higher GT-per-guest ratio).
- You want to sail in PACIFIC COAST and Caribbean.
- Departing from Vancouver and Fort Lauderdale works for your plans.
Choose Seabourn Sojourn if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
ms Nieuw Amsterdam vs Seabourn Sojourn: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Both ships are the same
Bigger
ms Nieuw Amsterdam
86,273 GT
166% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Both ships were built in 2010.
- ms Nieuw Amsterdam is 166% larger by gross tonnage.
- ms Nieuw Amsterdam carries 479 more passengers.
- ms Nieuw Amsterdam offers more space per passenger (92.9 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, ms Nieuw Amsterdam or Seabourn Sojourn?
ms Nieuw Amsterdam is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 86,273 GT compared with Seabourn Sojourn at 32,477 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
ms Nieuw Amsterdam has a passenger capacity of approximately 929, compared with 450 for Seabourn Sojourn.
Which ship is more spacious, ms Nieuw Amsterdam or Seabourn Sojourn?
ms Nieuw Amsterdam has the higher passenger space ratio at 92.9 GT per passenger, versus 72.2 for Seabourn Sojourn. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Where does ms Nieuw Amsterdam sail?
The upcoming ms Nieuw Amsterdam sailings currently listed cover PACIFIC COAST and Caribbean, departing from Vancouver and Fort Lauderdale.
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