September 4, 2026
7-Night Alaska Cruise
Departing from Vancouver
From
$6,598
Price / day
$943
Seabourn Encore|Koningsdam
Seabourn Encore vs Koningsdam
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Seabourn Encore
Holland America Line
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Newer Ship
Seabourn Encore
Built in 2017
1 year newer
Lower Price Per Day
Koningsdam
$144 / day
$735 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Seabourn Encore
63.5 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Seabourn Encore vs Koningsdam: Quick Comparison
Seabourn Encore is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2017, it is 1 year newer than Koningsdam, which entered service in 2016. Koningsdam is approximately 147% larger by gross tonnage at 99,836 GT. Koningsdam also carries 2,015 more passengers. Seabourn Encore has upcoming sailings in Alaska, 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 | Seabourn Encore | Koningsdam |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2017Newer | 2016 |
| Gross Tonnage | 40,350 GT | 99,836 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 635 | 2,650 |
| Space per Passenger | 63.5 GT | 37.7 GT |
| Length | 210 m | 296 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | 1,025 |
Key Differences: Seabourn Encore vs Koningsdam
Age
Seabourn Encore was built in 2017, making it 1 year newer than Koningsdam, which was built in 2016.
Size
At 99,836 GT, Koningsdam is approximately 147% larger by gross tonnage than Seabourn Encore at 40,350 GT.
Passenger capacity
Koningsdam carries up to 2,650 passengers compared with 635 aboard Seabourn Encore, a difference of 2,015 passengers.
Passenger space
Seabourn Encore offers more space per passenger: 63.5 GT per guest, compared with 37.7 aboard Koningsdam. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Seabourn Encore (Alaska) 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
Seabourn Encore
7-Day Glaciers & Alaska Inside Passage
- Departure Port
- Vancouver
- Region
- Alaska
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 4, 2026Vancouver
- Day 2 · Sep 5, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 6, 2026At Sea
- Day 4 · Sep 7, 2026Ketchikan
- Day 5 · Sep 8, 2026At Sea
- Day 6 · Sep 9, 2026At Sea
- Day 7 · Sep 10, 2026Sitka
- Day 8 · Sep 11, 2026At Sea
- Day 9 · Sep 12, 2026Hubbard Glacier
- Day 10 · Sep 13, 2026Inian Islands
- Day 11 · Sep 14, 2026Icy Strait Point
- Day 12 · Sep 15, 2026Haines
- Day 13 · Sep 16, 2026At Sea
- Day 14 · Sep 17, 2026Juneau
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
Seabourn Encore
September 11, 2026
7-Night Alaska Cruise
Departing from Juneau
From
$5,698
Price / day
$814
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?
Seabourn Encore
Average
$879 / day
VS
Koningsdam
Average
$144 / day
Koningsdam has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$144/day vs $879/day
About $735 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 Seabourn Encore if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- 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 Alaska.
- Departing from Vancouver and Juneau works for your plans.
Choose Koningsdam if…
- 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 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.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Seabourn Encore.
Seabourn Encore vs Koningsdam: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Seabourn Encore
Built in 2017
1 year newer
Bigger
Koningsdam
99,836 GT
147% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Koningsdam
$144 / day
About $735 less per day
- Seabourn Encore is 1 year newer.
- Koningsdam is 147% larger by gross tonnage.
- Koningsdam carries 2,015 more passengers.
- Seabourn Encore offers more space per passenger (63.5 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Seabourn Encore or Koningsdam?
Seabourn Encore is newer. It was built in 2017, while Koningsdam was built in 2016, making Seabourn Encore 1 year newer.
Which is bigger, Seabourn Encore or Koningsdam?
Koningsdam is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 99,836 GT compared with Seabourn Encore at 40,350 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Koningsdam has a passenger capacity of approximately 2,650, compared with 635 for Seabourn Encore.
Which ship is more spacious, Seabourn Encore or Koningsdam?
Seabourn Encore has the higher passenger space ratio at 63.5 GT per passenger, versus 37.7 for Koningsdam. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Which ship is cheaper, Seabourn Encore or Koningsdam?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Koningsdam has the lower average starting price per day at $144 per day versus $879 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Seabourn Encore sail?
The upcoming Seabourn Encore sailings currently listed cover Alaska, departing from Vancouver and Juneau.
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