October 7, 2026
12-Night Canada & New England Cruise
Departing from Montreal
From
$8,498
Price / day
$708
Veendam|Seabourn Ovation
Veendam vs Seabourn Ovation
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Veendam
Holland America Line
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Newer Ship
Seabourn Ovation
Built in 2018
22 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Seabourn Ovation
69.3 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Veendam vs Seabourn Ovation: Quick Comparison
Seabourn Ovation is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2018, it is 22 years newer than Veendam, which entered service in 1996. Veendam is approximately 36% larger by gross tonnage at 57,092 GT. Veendam also carries 746 more passengers. Seabourn Ovation has upcoming sailings in Canada & New England and Caribbean. 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 | Veendam | Seabourn Ovation |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 1996 | 2018Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 57,092 GT | 41,865 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 1,350 | 604 |
| Space per Passenger | 42.3 GT | 69.3 GT |
| Length | 220 m | 210 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Veendam vs Seabourn Ovation
Age
Seabourn Ovation was built in 2018, making it 22 years newer than Veendam, which was built in 1996.
Size
At 57,092 GT, Veendam is approximately 36% larger by gross tonnage than Seabourn Ovation at 41,865 GT.
Passenger capacity
Veendam carries up to 1,350 passengers compared with 604 aboard Seabourn Ovation, a difference of 746 passengers.
Passenger space
Seabourn Ovation offers more space per passenger: 69.3 GT per guest, compared with 42.3 aboard Veendam. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Veendam and Seabourn Ovation (Canada & New England and Caribbean) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Compare Ports of Call
Seabourn Ovation
12-Day Canada & New England Fall Foliage
- Departure Port
- Montreal
- Region
- Canada & New England
- Nights
- 12
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Oct 7, 2026Montreal
- Day 2 · Oct 8, 2026Quebec City
- Day 3 · Oct 9, 2026Saguenay
- Day 4 · Oct 10, 2026Charlottetown
- Day 5 · Oct 11, 2026Halifax
- Day 6 · Oct 12, 2026Portland
- Day 7 · Oct 13, 2026Boston
- Day 8 · Oct 14, 2026At Sea
- Day 9 · Oct 15, 2026Newport
- Day 10 · Oct 16, 2026New York
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Veendam
Seabourn Ovation
November 20, 2026
15-Night Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Miami
From
$6,969
Price / day
$465
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Veendam
Average
$0 / day
VS
Seabourn Ovation
Average
$587 / day
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Veendam if…
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Seabourn Ovation.
Choose Seabourn Ovation 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 Canada & New England and Caribbean.
- Departing from Montreal and Miami works for your plans.
Veendam vs Seabourn Ovation: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Seabourn Ovation
Built in 2018
22 years newer
Bigger
Veendam
57,092 GT
36% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Seabourn Ovation is 22 years newer.
- Veendam is 36% larger by gross tonnage.
- Veendam carries 746 more passengers.
- Seabourn Ovation offers more space per passenger (69.3 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Veendam or Seabourn Ovation?
Seabourn Ovation is newer. It was built in 2018, while Veendam was built in 1996, making Seabourn Ovation 22 years newer.
Which is bigger, Veendam or Seabourn Ovation?
Veendam is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 57,092 GT compared with Seabourn Ovation at 41,865 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Veendam has a passenger capacity of approximately 1,350, compared with 604 for Seabourn Ovation.
Which ship is more spacious, Veendam or Seabourn Ovation?
Seabourn Ovation has the higher passenger space ratio at 69.3 GT per passenger, versus 42.3 for Veendam. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Where does Seabourn Ovation sail?
The upcoming Seabourn Ovation sailings currently listed cover Canada & New England and Caribbean, departing from Montreal and Miami.
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