September 19, 2026
7-Night Canada & New England Cruise
Departing from Boston
From
$1,809
Price / day
$258
ms Volendam|Westerdam
ms Volendam vs Westerdam
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
ms Volendam
Holland America Line
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Newer Ship
Westerdam
Built in 2004
5 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Westerdam
$219 / day
$7 less per day
More Spacious Ship
ms Volendam
42.7 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
ms Volendam vs Westerdam: Quick Comparison
Westerdam is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2004, it is 5 years newer than ms Volendam, which entered service in 1999. Westerdam is approximately 35% larger by gross tonnage at 82,862 GT. Westerdam also carries 536 more passengers. ms Volendam has upcoming sailings in Canada & New England and Caribbean, while Westerdam has sailings in Asia. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Westerdam 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 Volendam | Westerdam |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 1999 | 2004Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 61,214 GT | 82,862 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 1,432 | 1,968 |
| Space per Passenger | 42.7 GT | 42.1 GT |
| Length | 237.91 m | 285 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: ms Volendam vs Westerdam
Age
Westerdam was built in 2004, making it 5 years newer than ms Volendam, which was built in 1999.
Size
At 82,862 GT, Westerdam is approximately 35% larger by gross tonnage than ms Volendam at 61,214 GT.
Passenger capacity
Westerdam carries up to 1,968 passengers compared with 1,432 aboard ms Volendam, a difference of 536 passengers.
Passenger space
ms Volendam offers more space per passenger: 42.7 GT per guest, compared with 42.1 aboard Westerdam. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for ms Volendam (Canada & New England and Caribbean) and Westerdam (Asia) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Westerdam has the lower average starting price per day at $219 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
ms Volendam
7-DAY CANADA & NEW ENGLAND: MAINE, MARITIMES & MONTREAL
- Departure Port
- Boston
- Region
- Canada & New England
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 19, 2026Boston
- Day 2 · Sep 20, 2026Eastport
- Day 3 · Sep 21, 2026Halifax
- Day 4 · Sep 22, 2026Sydney
- Day 5 · Sep 23, 2026Charlottetown
- Day 6 · Sep 24, 2026At Sea
- Day 7 · Sep 25, 2026Quebec City
- Day 8 · Sep 26, 2026At Sea
- Day 9 · Sep 27, 2026Montreal
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Westerdam
14-DAY FAR EAST DISCOVERY
- Departure Port
- Singapore
- Region
- Asia
- Nights
- 14
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Dec 6, 2026Singapore
- Day 2 · Dec 7, 2026Nathon
- Day 3 · Dec 8, 2026Laem Chabang
- Day 4 · Dec 9, 2026Sihanoukville
- Day 5 · Dec 10, 2026Phu My
- Day 6 · Dec 11, 2026Da Nang
- Day 7 · Dec 12, 2026Halong Bay
- Day 8 · Dec 13, 2026Hong Kong
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
ms Volendam
December 22, 2026
14-Night Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Fort Lauderdale
From
$2,709
Price / day
$194
Westerdam
December 6, 2026
14-Night Asia Cruise
Departing from Singapore
From
$2,909
Price / day
$208
January 3, 2027
28-Night Asia Cruise
Departing from Singapore
From
$6,419
Price / day
$229
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
ms Volendam
Average
$226 / day
VS
Westerdam
Average
$219 / day
Westerdam has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$219/day vs $226/day
About $7 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 Volendam if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You value having more space per passenger (higher GT-per-guest ratio).
- You want to sail in Canada & New England and Caribbean.
- Departing from Boston and Fort Lauderdale works for your plans.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Westerdam.
Choose Westerdam 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 want to sail in Asia.
- Departing from Singapore works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
ms Volendam vs Westerdam: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Westerdam
Built in 2004
5 years newer
Bigger
Westerdam
82,862 GT
35% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Westerdam
$219 / day
About $7 less per day
- Westerdam is 5 years newer.
- Westerdam is 35% larger by gross tonnage.
- Westerdam carries 536 more passengers.
- ms Volendam offers more space per passenger (42.7 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, ms Volendam or Westerdam?
Westerdam is newer. It was built in 2004, while ms Volendam was built in 1999, making Westerdam 5 years newer.
Which is bigger, ms Volendam or Westerdam?
Westerdam is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 82,862 GT compared with ms Volendam at 61,214 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Westerdam has a passenger capacity of approximately 1,968, compared with 1,432 for ms Volendam.
Which ship is more spacious, ms Volendam or Westerdam?
ms Volendam has the higher passenger space ratio at 42.7 GT per passenger, versus 42.1 for Westerdam. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Which ship is cheaper, ms Volendam or Westerdam?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Westerdam has the lower average starting price per day at $219 per day versus $226 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does ms Volendam sail?
The upcoming ms Volendam sailings currently listed cover Canada & New England and Caribbean, departing from Boston and Fort Lauderdale.
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