September 12, 2026
7-Night Canada & New England Cruise
Departing from Quebec City
From
$2,639
Price / day
$377
ms Zuiderdam|ms Nieuw Amsterdam
ms Zuiderdam vs ms Nieuw Amsterdam
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
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Newer Ship
ms Nieuw Amsterdam
Built in 2010
8 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
ms Nieuw Amsterdam
$121 / day
$208 less per day
More Spacious Ship
ms Nieuw Amsterdam
92.9 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
ms Zuiderdam vs ms Nieuw Amsterdam: Quick Comparison
ms Nieuw Amsterdam is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2010, it is 8 years newer than ms Zuiderdam, which entered service in 2002. ms Nieuw Amsterdam is approximately 4% larger by gross tonnage at 86,273 GT. ms Zuiderdam also carries 1,459 more passengers. ms Zuiderdam has upcoming sailings in Canada & New England, while ms Nieuw Amsterdam has sailings in PACIFIC COAST and Caribbean. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, ms Nieuw Amsterdam 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 | ms Nieuw Amsterdam |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2002 | 2010Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 82,820 GT | 86,273 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 2,388 | 929 |
| Space per Passenger | 34.7 GT | 92.9 GT |
| Length | 285.42 m | 285.22 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: ms Zuiderdam vs ms Nieuw Amsterdam
Age
ms Nieuw Amsterdam was built in 2010, making it 8 years newer than ms Zuiderdam, which was built in 2002.
Size
At 86,273 GT, ms Nieuw Amsterdam is approximately 4% larger by gross tonnage than ms Zuiderdam at 82,820 GT.
Passenger capacity
ms Zuiderdam carries up to 2,388 passengers compared with 929 aboard ms Nieuw Amsterdam, a difference of 1,459 passengers.
Passenger space
ms Nieuw Amsterdam offers more space per passenger: 92.9 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 Zuiderdam (Canada & New England) and ms Nieuw Amsterdam (PACIFIC COAST and Caribbean) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, ms Nieuw Amsterdam has the lower average starting price per day at $121 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.
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 Zuiderdam
September 19, 2026
7-Night Canada & New England Cruise
Departing from Boston
From
$1,959
Price / day
$280
ms Nieuw Amsterdam
September 27, 2026
5-Night PACIFIC COAST Cruise
Departing from Vancouver
From
$399
Price / day
$80
October 18, 2026
21-Night Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Fort Lauderdale
From
$3,394
Price / day
$162
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
ms Zuiderdam
Average
$329 / day
VS
ms Nieuw Amsterdam
Average
$121 / day
ms Nieuw Amsterdam has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$121/day vs $329/day
About $208 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 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.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than ms Nieuw Amsterdam.
Choose ms Nieuw Amsterdam if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- 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 Caribbean.
- Departing from Vancouver and Fort Lauderdale works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
ms Zuiderdam vs ms Nieuw Amsterdam: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
ms Nieuw Amsterdam
Built in 2010
8 years newer
Bigger
ms Nieuw Amsterdam
86,273 GT
4% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
ms Nieuw Amsterdam
$121 / day
About $208 less per day
- ms Nieuw Amsterdam is 8 years newer.
- ms Nieuw Amsterdam is 4% larger by gross tonnage.
- ms Zuiderdam carries 1,459 more passengers.
- ms Nieuw Amsterdam offers more space per passenger (92.9 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, ms Zuiderdam or ms Nieuw Amsterdam?
ms Nieuw Amsterdam is newer. It was built in 2010, while ms Zuiderdam was built in 2002, making ms Nieuw Amsterdam 8 years newer.
Which is bigger, ms Zuiderdam or ms Nieuw Amsterdam?
ms Nieuw Amsterdam is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 86,273 GT compared with ms Zuiderdam at 82,820 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
ms Zuiderdam has a passenger capacity of approximately 2,388, compared with 929 for ms Nieuw Amsterdam.
Which ship is more spacious, ms Zuiderdam or ms Nieuw Amsterdam?
ms Nieuw Amsterdam has the higher passenger space ratio at 92.9 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 Zuiderdam or ms Nieuw Amsterdam?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, ms Nieuw Amsterdam has the lower average starting price per day at $121 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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