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Westerdam

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Westerdam

Westerdam is a Holland America Line Vista-class ship that entered service in 2004, carrying around 1,960 guests. She combines the line's mid-size classic cruising — wraparound promenade, notable art collection and Pinnacle Grill — with seasons across Asia, Alaska and the Pacific.

Guests

1,964

Crew

800

Gross tonnage

81,811

Speed

24 knots

Length

285 m

Launched

2004

Deck plans

11

Westerdam · Deck plans

Deck 11 — Sports Deck

− + Fit

Source: Holland America Line, captured 5 August 2026. Deck plans are provided by the cruise line and are subject to change at any time.

Itinerary

1. 1

   Singapore

   Departs 04:00 pm.

   Singapore - the very name summons visions of the mysterious East. The commercial center of Southeast Asia, this island city-state of five million people is a metropolis of modern high-rise buildings, Chinese shop-houses with red-tiled roofs, sturdy Victorian buildings, Buddhist temples and Arab bazaars. Founded in 1819 by Sir Stamford Raffles of the fabled East India Company, the city is a melting pot of people and cultures. Malay, Chinese, English and Tamil are official languages. Buddhism, Taoism, Islam, Hinduism and Christianity are the major faiths. Singapore is an ever-fascinating island boasting colorful traditions, luxurious hotels and some of the finest duty-free shopping in the world. Lying just 85 miles north of the Equator at the tip of the Malay Peninsula, the island was a haven for Malay pirates and Chinese and Arab traders.

2. 2

   At Sea

3. 3

   At Sea

4. 4

   Puerto Princesa, Philippines

   Arrives 08:00 am, departs 05:00 pm.

5. 5

   At Sea

6. 6

   Bitung, Sulawesi, Indonesia

   Arrives 08:00 am, departs 05:00 pm.

7. 7

   At Sea

8. 8

   At Sea

9. 9

   Jayapura, Papua Indonesia, Indonesia

   Arrives 07:00 am, departs 03:00 pm.

10. 10

    At Sea

11. 11

    Rabaul, Papua New Guinea

    Arrives 08:00 am, departs 03:00 pm.

12. 12

    Kiriwina Island, Papua New Guinea

    Arrives 09:00 am, departs 03:00 pm.

13. 13

    At Sea

14. 14

    Townsville, Australia

    Arrives 10:00 am, departs 07:00 pm.

    Often described as the "unofficial capital of North Queensland," Townsville was founded in 1856 when an enterprising sea captain built a wharf on Cleveland Bay. The city lies at the very north of the Dry Tropics, where the outback bush meets the waters of the Coral Sea. Today's travelers are drawn to Townsville's superb location. Queensland's fabled Wet Tropics World Heritage Area lies just to the north of the city. Towering over Townsville is Castle Rock, a 1,300-foot monolith of pink granite that provides sweeping views of Townsville, Cleveland Bay and Magnetic Island. The Strand is Townsville's lively entertainment district, home to shop, cafes, restaurants and a 24-hour water park.

15. 15

    Cairns, Australia

    Arrives 08:00 am.

    Cairns is one of Australia's hottest vacation destinations. Cairns boasts three of Australia's great natural wonders. Just offshore, immense bastions of living coral form the Great Barrier Reef. Sixteen miles of superb beaches stretch to the north of the city - the famed Marlin Coast. And inland lays the immense Daintree National Park. Cairns itself basks in tropical sunshine, balmy breezes waft in from Trinity Bay. The city's graceful, tree-lined esplanade was once the gateway to the gold fields of North Queensland. Cairns graceful, tree-lined esplanade was once the gateway to the gold fields of North Queensland. A travel tip - Cairns is pronounced "cans."

16. 16

    Cairns, Australia

    Departs 06:00 pm.

    Cairns is one of Australia's hottest vacation destinations. Cairns boasts three of Australia's great natural wonders. Just offshore, immense bastions of living coral form the Great Barrier Reef. Sixteen miles of superb beaches stretch to the north of the city - the famed Marlin Coast. And inland lays the immense Daintree National Park. Cairns itself basks in tropical sunshine, balmy breezes waft in from Trinity Bay. The city's graceful, tree-lined esplanade was once the gateway to the gold fields of North Queensland. Cairns graceful, tree-lined esplanade was once the gateway to the gold fields of North Queensland. A travel tip - Cairns is pronounced "cans."

17. 17

    At Sea (Great Barrier Reef)

18. 17

    The Ribbon Reef Region

19. 18

    At Sea (Great Barrier Reef)

20. 18

    The Far North Region

21. 18

    Scenic Cruising Torres Strait

22. 19

    At Sea

23. 20

    Darwin, Australia

    Arrives 08:00 am, departs 05:00 pm.

    Closer to Indonesia than to any other Australian city, Darwin is the capital of the "Top End" - the remote, vast Northern Territory. Home to more than half of the territory's population, the city reflects the rugged endurance and individualism required to survive the Outback. Darwin also boasts a colorful history to add to that heritage. During World War II the Japanese bombed the city and threatened invasion. In 1974, Cyclone Tracy cut a destructive swath through the region. In addition, man-eating crocodiles, tropical monsoons, searing heat and bush fires that burn for weeks are all part of everyday life.Locals in the Top End consume over 60 gallons of beer a year. All those empties don't go to waste: Each year Darwin residents compete in the Beer Can Regatta, a race with boats, rafts and other vessels manufactured out of beer cans.

24. 21

    At Sea

25. 22

    Scenic cruising Batu Tara Volcano

26. 23

    Slawi Bay, Komodo Island, Indonesia

    Arrives 07:00 am, departs 03:00 pm.

27. 24

    Benoa (Denpasar), Bali, Indonesia

    Arrives 08:00 am.

28. 25

    Benoa (Denpasar), Bali, Indonesia

    Departs 06:00 pm.

29. 26

    At Sea

30. 27

    Scenic cruising Krakatau Volcano

31. 28

    At Sea

32. 29

    Singapore

    Arrives 07:00 am, departs 05:00 pm.

    Singapore - the very name summons visions of the mysterious East. The commercial center of Southeast Asia, this island city-state of five million people is a metropolis of modern high-rise buildings, Chinese shop-houses with red-tiled roofs, sturdy Victorian buildings, Buddhist temples and Arab bazaars. Founded in 1819 by Sir Stamford Raffles of the fabled East India Company, the city is a melting pot of people and cultures. Malay, Chinese, English and Tamil are official languages. Buddhism, Taoism, Islam, Hinduism and Christianity are the major faiths. Singapore is an ever-fascinating island boasting colorful traditions, luxurious hotels and some of the finest duty-free shopping in the world. Lying just 85 miles north of the Equator at the tip of the Malay Peninsula, the island was a haven for Malay pirates and Chinese and Arab traders.

33. 30

    At Sea

34. 31

    Ko Samui, Thailand

    Arrives 07:00 am, departs 03:00 pm.

    Thailand's third largest island has been attracting international travelers for less than half a century. Before then, this island in the Gulf of Thailand was noted for its coconut plantations and rubber production. Today, Ko Samui's premier charms are its powdery white beaches, its Buddhist temples or wats, and its crystalline waters. Despite the island's increasing popularity, it retains a casual and unspoiled air that offers a bracing tonic to the experienced traveler.The majority of the island's population resides in Nathorn, Ko Samui's capital. The island's first settlers were a mix of Hainanese coconut farmers and Malay fishermen.Nathorn is an anchorage port. Passengers transfer to shore via ship's tenders.

35. 32

    Pattaya (Bangkok), Thailand

    Arrives 06:00 am.

36. 33

    Pattaya (Bangkok), Thailand

    Departs 04:00 pm.

37. 34

    Shimizu (for Mt. Fuji), Japan

    Arrives 08:00 am, departs 09:00 pm.

    A mesmerizing landscape, a revered cultural history, and Japan's most sacred volcano are just a few of the many delights beckoning you to come and explore this ancient city. While Shimizu may have the reputation as being bustling and modern, its cultural and spiritual side is on display in the form of ancient and enthralling shrines. Of course, it may be the sacred and snow-capped Mount Fuji that garners the most attention. Towering over the region at approximately 12,388 feet above sea level, the active volcano, designated a "place and source of artistic inspiration" by UNESCO is just one of the many unforgettable adventures Shimizu inspires.

38. 35

    At Sea

39. 36

    Ho Chi Minh City (Phu My), Vietnam

    Arrives 06:00 am, departs 06:00 pm.

    Over three decades have passed since the Vietnam War ended with the fall of Saigon. Today, the name of this bustling metropolis on the Mekong River is Ho Chi Minh City. Yet, the essence of the city, a major trading center since the 18th century, remains unchanged. The air is filled with the cries of street hawkers and honking horns. Bicycles, motorbikes and automobiles fly down the boulevards at dizzying speeds. And everywhere, friendly faces and warm greetings meet you. The port of Phu My (pronounced "Foo Me") is your gateway to Ho Chi Minh City and the seaside resort of Vung Tau.

40. 37

    At Sea

41. 38

    Da Nang (Hue), Vietnam

    Arrives 07:00 am, departs 11:59 pm.

42. 39

    At Sea

43. 40

    Halong Bay, Vietnam

    Arrives 08:00 am.

44. 41

    Halong Bay, Vietnam

    Departs 09:00 pm.

45. 42

    At Sea

46. 43

    Hong Kong

    Arrives 07:00 am.

    Skyscrapers form a glistening forest of steel and glass, junks and sampans ply the busy harbor waters, and the green, dragon-crested hills of Kowloon beckon. Welcome to Hong Kong, one of the world's great travel destinations. Now a semi-autonomous region of China, Hong Kong - literally "Fragrant Harbor" - has lost none of its charm, excitement or exoticism. Modern skyscrapers and luxury hotels climb the slopes of Hong Kong Island. Narrow streets are crammed with noodle vendors, fortunetellers and bonesetters. The endless array of shops offer the visitor everything from hand-tailored suits and ancient porcelain to the latest consumer electronics. And everywhere more than seven million people are moving at a breathtaking pace in one of the world's great monuments to capitalism, commerce and enterprise.The former Crown Colony has enough attractions to last a lifetime. To take in the entire spectacle, head to Victoria Peak for panoramic views. Enjoy lunch on one of the city's floating restaurants. Walk down one of the crowded streets to take the city's rapid pulse. And whether you think you are in the mood or not - shop. After all, you are in the duty-free capital of the world.

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