September 12, 2026
7-Night Canada & New England Cruise
Departing from Quebec City
From
$2,639
Price / day
$377
ms Zuiderdam|Koningsdam
ms Zuiderdam vs Koningsdam
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
ms Zuiderdam
Holland America Line
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Newer Ship
Koningsdam
Built in 2016
14 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Koningsdam
$144 / day
$185 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Koningsdam
37.7 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
ms Zuiderdam vs Koningsdam: Quick Comparison
Koningsdam is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2016, it is 14 years newer than ms Zuiderdam, which entered service in 2002. Koningsdam is approximately 21% larger by gross tonnage at 99,836 GT. Koningsdam also carries 262 more passengers. ms Zuiderdam has upcoming sailings in Canada & New England, while Koningsdam has sailings in HAWAII & TAHITI and PACIFIC COAST. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Koningsdam 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 Zuiderdam | Koningsdam |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2002 | 2016Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 82,820 GT | 99,836 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 2,388 | 2,650 |
| Space per Passenger | 34.7 GT | 37.7 GT |
| Length | 285.42 m | 296 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | 1,025 |
Key Differences: ms Zuiderdam vs Koningsdam
Age
Koningsdam was built in 2016, making it 14 years newer than ms Zuiderdam, which was built in 2002.
Size
At 99,836 GT, Koningsdam is approximately 21% larger by gross tonnage than ms Zuiderdam at 82,820 GT.
Passenger capacity
Koningsdam carries up to 2,650 passengers compared with 2,388 aboard ms Zuiderdam, a difference of 262 passengers.
Passenger space
Koningsdam offers more space per passenger: 37.7 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 Zuiderdam (Canada & New England) and Koningsdam (HAWAII & TAHITI and PACIFIC COAST) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Koningsdam has the lower average starting price per day at $144 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
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.
Koningsdam
17-DAY CIRCLE HAWAII
- Departure Port
- Vancouver
- Region
- HAWAII & TAHITI
- Nights
- 17
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Oct 3, 2026Vancouver
- Day 2 · Oct 4, 2026Hilo
- Day 3 · Oct 5, 2026Kahului
- Day 4 · Oct 6, 2026Nawiliwili
- Day 5 · Oct 7, 2026Honolulu
- Day 6 · Oct 8, 2026Kona
- Day 7 · Oct 9, 2026Avalon
- Day 8 · Oct 10, 2026San Diego
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
ms Zuiderdam
September 19, 2026
7-Night Canada & New England Cruise
Departing from Boston
From
$1,959
Price / day
$280
Koningsdam
October 3, 2026
17-Night HAWAII & TAHITI Cruise
Departing from Vancouver
From
$3,054
Price / day
$180
November 14, 2026
7-Night PACIFIC COAST Cruise
Departing from San Diego
From
$749
Price / day
$107
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
ms Zuiderdam
Average
$329 / day
VS
Koningsdam
Average
$144 / day
Koningsdam has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$144/day vs $329/day
About $185 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 Zuiderdam if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Canada & New England.
- Departing from Quebec City and Boston works for your plans.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Koningsdam.
Choose Koningsdam 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 HAWAII & TAHITI and PACIFIC COAST.
- Departing from Vancouver and San Diego works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
ms Zuiderdam vs Koningsdam: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Koningsdam
Built in 2016
14 years newer
Bigger
Koningsdam
99,836 GT
21% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Koningsdam
$144 / day
About $185 less per day
- Koningsdam is 14 years newer.
- Koningsdam is 21% larger by gross tonnage.
- Koningsdam carries 262 more passengers.
- Koningsdam offers more space per passenger (37.7 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, ms Zuiderdam or Koningsdam?
Koningsdam is newer. It was built in 2016, while ms Zuiderdam was built in 2002, making Koningsdam 14 years newer.
Which is bigger, ms Zuiderdam or Koningsdam?
Koningsdam is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 99,836 GT compared with ms Zuiderdam at 82,820 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Koningsdam has a passenger capacity of approximately 2,650, compared with 2,388 for ms Zuiderdam.
Which ship is more spacious, ms Zuiderdam or Koningsdam?
Koningsdam has the higher passenger space ratio at 37.7 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 Zuiderdam or Koningsdam?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Koningsdam has the lower average starting price per day at $144 per day versus $329 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does ms Zuiderdam sail?
The upcoming ms Zuiderdam sailings currently listed cover Canada & New England, departing from Quebec City and Boston.
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