October 4, 2026
4-Night PACIFIC COAST Cruise
Departing from Vancouver
From
$609
Price / day
$152
MS Zaandam|ms Zuiderdam
MS Zaandam vs ms Zuiderdam
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
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ms Zuiderdam
Holland America Line
Check prices on CruiseDirectNewer Ship
ms Zuiderdam
Built in 2002
2 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
MS Zaandam
$159 / day
$170 less per day
More Spacious Ship
MS Zaandam
42.9 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
MS Zaandam vs ms Zuiderdam: Quick Comparison
ms Zuiderdam is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2002, it is 2 years newer than MS Zaandam, which entered service in 2000. ms Zuiderdam is approximately 35% larger by gross tonnage at 82,820 GT. ms Zuiderdam also carries 956 more passengers. MS Zaandam has upcoming sailings in PACIFIC COAST and Mexico, while ms Zuiderdam has sailings in Canada & New England. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, MS Zaandam 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 Zaandam | ms Zuiderdam |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2000 | 2002Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 61,396 GT | 82,820 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 1,432 | 2,388 |
| Space per Passenger | 42.9 GT | 34.7 GT |
| Length | 237 m | 285.42 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | 716 | — |
Key Differences: MS Zaandam vs ms Zuiderdam
Age
ms Zuiderdam was built in 2002, making it 2 years newer than MS Zaandam, which was built in 2000.
Size
At 82,820 GT, ms Zuiderdam is approximately 35% larger by gross tonnage than MS Zaandam at 61,396 GT.
Passenger capacity
ms Zuiderdam carries up to 2,388 passengers compared with 1,432 aboard MS Zaandam, a difference of 956 passengers.
Passenger space
MS Zaandam offers more space per passenger: 42.9 GT per guest, compared with 34.7 aboard ms Zuiderdam. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for MS Zaandam (PACIFIC COAST and Mexico) and ms Zuiderdam (Canada & New England) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, MS Zaandam has the lower average starting price per day at $159 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
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.
ms Zuiderdam
7-DAY CANADA & NEW ENGLAND: UNESCO SITES & QUEBECOIS NIGHTS
- Departure Port
- Quebec City
- Region
- Canada & New England
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 12, 2026Quebec City
- Day 2 · Sep 13, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 14, 2026At Sea
- Day 4 · Sep 15, 2026Charlottetown
- Day 5 · Sep 16, 2026Sydney
- Day 6 · Sep 17, 2026Halifax
- Day 7 · Sep 18, 2026Portland
- Day 8 · Sep 19, 2026Boston
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
MS Zaandam
December 7, 2026
12-Night Mexico Cruise
Departing from San Diego
From
$1,979
Price / day
$165
ms Zuiderdam
September 12, 2026
7-Night Canada & New England Cruise
Departing from Quebec City
From
$2,639
Price / day
$377
September 19, 2026
7-Night Canada & New England Cruise
Departing from Boston
From
$1,959
Price / day
$280
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
MS Zaandam
Average
$159 / day
VS
ms Zuiderdam
Average
$329 / day
MS Zaandam has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$159/day vs $329/day
About $170 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 Zaandam 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 PACIFIC COAST and Mexico.
- Departing from Vancouver and San Diego 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 Zuiderdam.
Choose ms Zuiderdam 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 Canada & New England.
- Departing from Quebec City and Boston works for your plans.
MS Zaandam vs ms Zuiderdam: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
ms Zuiderdam
Built in 2002
2 years newer
Bigger
ms Zuiderdam
82,820 GT
35% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
MS Zaandam
$159 / day
About $170 less per day
- ms Zuiderdam is 2 years newer.
- ms Zuiderdam is 35% larger by gross tonnage.
- ms Zuiderdam carries 956 more passengers.
- MS Zaandam offers more space per passenger (42.9 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, MS Zaandam or ms Zuiderdam?
ms Zuiderdam is newer. It was built in 2002, while MS Zaandam was built in 2000, making ms Zuiderdam 2 years newer.
Which is bigger, MS Zaandam or ms Zuiderdam?
ms Zuiderdam is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 82,820 GT compared with MS Zaandam at 61,396 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
ms Zuiderdam has a passenger capacity of approximately 2,388, compared with 1,432 for MS Zaandam.
Which ship is more spacious, MS Zaandam or ms Zuiderdam?
MS Zaandam has the higher passenger space ratio at 42.9 GT per passenger, versus 34.7 for ms Zuiderdam. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Which ship is cheaper, MS Zaandam or ms Zuiderdam?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, MS Zaandam has the lower average starting price per day at $159 per day versus $329 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
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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