September 4, 2026
8-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Dover
From
$2,399
Price / day
$300
ms Nieuw Statendam|ms Eurodam
ms Nieuw Statendam vs ms Eurodam
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
ms Nieuw Statendam
Holland America Line
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Newer Ship
ms Nieuw Statendam
Built in 2018
10 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
ms Eurodam
$93 / day
$141 less per day
More Spacious Ship
ms Nieuw Statendam
47.2 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
ms Nieuw Statendam vs ms Eurodam: Quick Comparison
ms Nieuw Statendam is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2018, it is 10 years newer than ms Eurodam, which entered service in 2008. ms Nieuw Statendam is approximately 15% larger by gross tonnage at 99,500 GT. ms Nieuw Statendam also carries 2 more passengers. ms Nieuw Statendam has upcoming sailings in Europe, while ms Eurodam has sailings in PACIFIC COAST. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, ms Eurodam has the lower average starting price per day. 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 Statendam | ms Eurodam |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2018Newer | 2008 |
| Gross Tonnage | 99,500 GT | 86,273 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 2,106 | 2,104 |
| Space per Passenger | 47.2 GT | 41 GT |
| Length | 299.5 m | 285.43 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: ms Nieuw Statendam vs ms Eurodam
Age
ms Nieuw Statendam was built in 2018, making it 10 years newer than ms Eurodam, which was built in 2008.
Size
At 99,500 GT, ms Nieuw Statendam is approximately 15% larger by gross tonnage than ms Eurodam at 86,273 GT.
Passenger capacity
ms Nieuw Statendam carries up to 2,106 passengers compared with 2,104 aboard ms Eurodam, a difference of 2 passengers.
Passenger space
ms Nieuw Statendam offers more space per passenger: 47.2 GT per guest, compared with 41 aboard ms Eurodam. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for ms Nieuw Statendam (Europe) and ms Eurodam (PACIFIC COAST) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, ms Eurodam has the lower average starting price per day at $93 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
ms Nieuw Statendam
8-DAY NORWEGIAN FJORDS & HIDDEN GEMS
- Departure Port
- Dover
- Region
- Europe
- Nights
- 8
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 4, 2026Dover
- Day 2 · Sep 5, 2026Amsterdam
- Day 3 · Sep 6, 2026Haugesund
- Day 4 · Sep 7, 2026Odda
- Day 5 · Sep 8, 2026At Sea
- Day 6 · Sep 9, 2026Nordfjordeid
- Day 7 · Sep 10, 2026At Sea
- Day 8 · Sep 11, 2026Alesund
- Day 9 · Sep 12, 2026Rotterdam
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
ms Eurodam
1-DAY PACIFIC NORTHWEST CRUISE
- Departure Port
- Seattle
- Region
- PACIFIC COAST
- Nights
- 1
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Oct 3, 2026Seattle
- Day 2 · Oct 4, 2026Vancouver
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
ms Nieuw Statendam
November 21, 2026
29-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Rotterdam
From
$4,879
Price / day
$168
ms Eurodam
October 3, 2026
1-Night PACIFIC COAST Cruise
Departing from Seattle
From
$99
Price / day
$99
October 4, 2026
4-Night PACIFIC COAST Cruise
Departing from Vancouver
From
$349
Price / day
$87
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
ms Nieuw Statendam
Average
$234 / day
VS
ms Eurodam
Average
$93 / day
ms Eurodam has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$93/day vs $234/day
About $141 less per day
This comparison is based on the upcoming sailings currently shown and may not represent like-for-like itineraries.
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose ms Nieuw Statendam if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- 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 Europe.
- Departing from Dover and Rotterdam works for your plans.
Choose ms Eurodam if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in PACIFIC COAST.
- Departing from Seattle and Vancouver works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than ms Nieuw Statendam.
ms Nieuw Statendam vs ms Eurodam: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
ms Nieuw Statendam
Built in 2018
10 years newer
Bigger
ms Nieuw Statendam
99,500 GT
15% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
ms Eurodam
$93 / day
About $141 less per day
- ms Nieuw Statendam is 10 years newer.
- ms Nieuw Statendam is 15% larger by gross tonnage.
- ms Nieuw Statendam carries 2 more passengers.
- ms Nieuw Statendam offers more space per passenger (47.2 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, ms Nieuw Statendam or ms Eurodam?
ms Nieuw Statendam is newer. It was built in 2018, while ms Eurodam was built in 2008, making ms Nieuw Statendam 10 years newer.
Which is bigger, ms Nieuw Statendam or ms Eurodam?
ms Nieuw Statendam is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 99,500 GT compared with ms Eurodam at 86,273 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
ms Nieuw Statendam has a passenger capacity of approximately 2,106, compared with 2,104 for ms Eurodam.
Which ship is more spacious, ms Nieuw Statendam or ms Eurodam?
ms Nieuw Statendam has the higher passenger space ratio at 47.2 GT per passenger, versus 41 for ms Eurodam. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Which ship is cheaper, ms Nieuw Statendam or ms Eurodam?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, ms Eurodam has the lower average starting price per day at $93 per day versus $234 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does ms Nieuw Statendam sail?
The upcoming ms Nieuw Statendam sailings currently listed cover Europe, departing from Dover and Rotterdam.
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