September 12, 2026
7-Night Canada & New England Cruise
Departing from Quebec City
From
$2,639
Price / day
$377
ms Zuiderdam|Westerdam
ms Zuiderdam vs Westerdam
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
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Newer Ship
Westerdam
Built in 2004
2 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Westerdam
$219 / day
$110 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Westerdam
42.1 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
ms Zuiderdam vs Westerdam: Quick Comparison
Westerdam is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2004, it is 2 years newer than ms Zuiderdam, which entered service in 2002. Westerdam is approximately 0% larger by gross tonnage at 82,862 GT. ms Zuiderdam also carries 420 more passengers. ms Zuiderdam has upcoming sailings in Canada & New England, 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 Zuiderdam | Westerdam |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2002 | 2004Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 82,820 GT | 82,862 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 2,388 | 1,968 |
| Space per Passenger | 34.7 GT | 42.1 GT |
| Length | 285.42 m | 285 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: ms Zuiderdam vs Westerdam
Age
Westerdam was built in 2004, making it 2 years newer than ms Zuiderdam, which was built in 2002.
Size
At 82,862 GT, Westerdam 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 1,968 aboard Westerdam, a difference of 420 passengers.
Passenger space
Westerdam offers more space per passenger: 42.1 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 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 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.
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 Zuiderdam
September 19, 2026
7-Night Canada & New England Cruise
Departing from Boston
From
$1,959
Price / day
$280
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 Zuiderdam
Average
$329 / day
VS
Westerdam
Average
$219 / day
Westerdam has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$219/day vs $329/day
About $110 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 Westerdam.
Choose Westerdam 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 Asia.
- Departing from Singapore works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
ms Zuiderdam vs Westerdam: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Westerdam
Built in 2004
2 years newer
Bigger
Westerdam
82,862 GT
0% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Westerdam
$219 / day
About $110 less per day
- Westerdam is 2 years newer.
- Westerdam is 0% larger by gross tonnage.
- ms Zuiderdam carries 420 more passengers.
- Westerdam offers more space per passenger (42.1 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, ms Zuiderdam or Westerdam?
Westerdam is newer. It was built in 2004, while ms Zuiderdam was built in 2002, making Westerdam 2 years newer.
Which is bigger, ms Zuiderdam or Westerdam?
Westerdam is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 82,862 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 1,968 for Westerdam.
Which ship is more spacious, ms Zuiderdam or Westerdam?
Westerdam has the higher passenger space ratio at 42.1 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 Westerdam?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Westerdam has the lower average starting price per day at $219 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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