September 12, 2026
7-Night Canada & New England Cruise
Departing from Quebec City
From
$2,639
Price / day
$377
ms Zuiderdam|ms Noordam
ms Zuiderdam vs ms Noordam
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
ms Zuiderdam
Holland America Line
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Newer Ship
ms Noordam
Built in 2006
4 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
ms Zuiderdam
$329 / day
$353 less per day
More Spacious Ship
ms Noordam
43.2 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
ms Zuiderdam vs ms Noordam: Quick Comparison
ms Noordam is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2006, it is 4 years newer than ms Zuiderdam, which entered service in 2002. ms Noordam is approximately 0% larger by gross tonnage at 82,897 GT. ms Zuiderdam also carries 470 more passengers. ms Zuiderdam has upcoming sailings in Canada & New England, while ms Noordam has sailings in AUSTRALIA & SOUTH PACIFIC. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, ms Zuiderdam 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 Noordam |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2002 | 2006Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 82,820 GT | 82,897 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 2,388 | 1,918 |
| Space per Passenger | 34.7 GT | 43.2 GT |
| Length | 285.42 m | 285 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: ms Zuiderdam vs ms Noordam
Age
ms Noordam was built in 2006, making it 4 years newer than ms Zuiderdam, which was built in 2002.
Size
At 82,897 GT, ms Noordam is approximately 0% larger by gross tonnage than ms Zuiderdam at 82,820 GT.
Passenger capacity
ms Zuiderdam carries up to 2,388 passengers compared with 1,918 aboard ms Noordam, a difference of 470 passengers.
Passenger space
ms Noordam offers more space per passenger: 43.2 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 Noordam (AUSTRALIA & SOUTH PACIFIC) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, ms Zuiderdam has the lower average starting price per day at $329 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 Noordam
14-DAY SOUTH AUSTRALIA DISCOVERY HOLIDAY
- Departure Port
- Sydney
- Region
- AUSTRALIA & SOUTH PACIFIC
- Nights
- 14
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Dec 20, 2026Sydney
- Day 2 · Dec 21, 2026Phillip Island
- Day 3 · Dec 22, 2026Melbourne
- Day 4 · Dec 23, 2026Burnie
- Day 5 · Dec 24, 2026Adelaide
- Day 6 · Dec 25, 2026Penneshaw
- Day 7 · Dec 26, 2026Hobart
- Day 8 · Dec 27, 2026Port Arthur
- Day 9 · Dec 28, 2026Newcastle upon Tyne
- Day 10 · Dec 29, 2026Sydney
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 Noordam
December 20, 2026
14-Night AUSTRALIA & SOUTH PACIFIC Cruise
Departing from Sydney
From
$15,879
Price / day
$1,134
February 14, 2027
14-Night AUSTRALIA & SOUTH PACIFIC Cruise
Departing from Auckland
From
$3,209
Price / day
$229
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
ms Zuiderdam
Average
$329 / day
VS
ms Noordam
Average
$682 / day
ms Zuiderdam has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$329/day vs $682/day
About $353 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.
- 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 Noordam.
Choose ms Noordam 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 AUSTRALIA & SOUTH PACIFIC.
- Departing from Sydney and Auckland works for your plans.
ms Zuiderdam vs ms Noordam: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
ms Noordam
Built in 2006
4 years newer
Bigger
ms Noordam
82,897 GT
0% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
ms Zuiderdam
$329 / day
About $353 less per day
- ms Noordam is 4 years newer.
- ms Noordam is 0% larger by gross tonnage.
- ms Zuiderdam carries 470 more passengers.
- ms Noordam offers more space per passenger (43.2 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, ms Zuiderdam or ms Noordam?
ms Noordam is newer. It was built in 2006, while ms Zuiderdam was built in 2002, making ms Noordam 4 years newer.
Which is bigger, ms Zuiderdam or ms Noordam?
ms Noordam is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 82,897 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 1,918 for ms Noordam.
Which ship is more spacious, ms Zuiderdam or ms Noordam?
ms Noordam has the higher passenger space ratio at 43.2 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 Noordam?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, ms Zuiderdam has the lower average starting price per day at $329 per day versus $682 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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