September 12, 2026
7-Night Canada & New England Cruise
Departing from Quebec City
From
$2,639
Price / day
$377
Rotterdam Retired|ms Zuiderdam
Rotterdam Retired vs ms Zuiderdam
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
ms Zuiderdam
Built in 2002
5 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Rotterdam Retired
47.1 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Rotterdam Retired vs ms Zuiderdam: Quick Comparison
ms Zuiderdam is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2002, it is 5 years newer than Rotterdam Retired, which entered service in 1997. ms Zuiderdam is approximately 34% larger by gross tonnage at 82,820 GT. ms Zuiderdam also carries 1,072 more passengers. ms Zuiderdam has upcoming sailings in Canada & New England. 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 | Rotterdam Retired | ms Zuiderdam |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 1997 | 2002Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 62,000 GT | 82,820 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 1,316 | 2,388 |
| Space per Passenger | 47.1 GT | 34.7 GT |
| Length | 237.5 m | 285.42 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Rotterdam Retired vs ms Zuiderdam
Age
ms Zuiderdam was built in 2002, making it 5 years newer than Rotterdam Retired, which was built in 1997.
Size
At 82,820 GT, ms Zuiderdam is approximately 34% larger by gross tonnage than Rotterdam Retired at 62,000 GT.
Passenger capacity
ms Zuiderdam carries up to 2,388 passengers compared with 1,316 aboard Rotterdam Retired, a difference of 1,072 passengers.
Passenger space
Rotterdam Retired offers more space per passenger: 47.1 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 Rotterdam Retired and ms Zuiderdam (Canada & New England) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
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.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Rotterdam Retired
ms Zuiderdam
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?
Rotterdam Retired
Average
$0 / day
VS
ms Zuiderdam
Average
$329 / day
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Rotterdam Retired if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You value having more space per passenger (higher GT-per-guest ratio).
- 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.
Rotterdam Retired vs ms Zuiderdam: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
ms Zuiderdam
Built in 2002
5 years newer
Bigger
ms Zuiderdam
82,820 GT
34% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- ms Zuiderdam is 5 years newer.
- ms Zuiderdam is 34% larger by gross tonnage.
- ms Zuiderdam carries 1,072 more passengers.
- Rotterdam Retired offers more space per passenger (47.1 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Rotterdam Retired or ms Zuiderdam?
ms Zuiderdam is newer. It was built in 2002, while Rotterdam Retired was built in 1997, making ms Zuiderdam 5 years newer.
Which is bigger, Rotterdam Retired or ms Zuiderdam?
ms Zuiderdam is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 82,820 GT compared with Rotterdam Retired at 62,000 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
ms Zuiderdam has a passenger capacity of approximately 2,388, compared with 1,316 for Rotterdam Retired.
Which ship is more spacious, Rotterdam Retired or ms Zuiderdam?
Rotterdam Retired has the higher passenger space ratio at 47.1 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.
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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