Holland America Line
Noordam
- Cruises
- 44
- From
- $824
Ship comparison
Noordam vs Zuiderdam
Holland America Line
Zuiderdam
- Cruises
- 111
- From
- $429
The verdict
Which should you choose?
Noordam is a large Holland America Line ship carrying 1,924 passengers, in service since 2006. Zuiderdam is a large Holland America Line ship carrying 1,916 passengers, in service since 2002.
Choose Zuiderdam if you want a lower starting fare or more cruises to choose from: its cruises start from $429 (vs $824) and it has 111 cruises on sale (vs 44).
Noordam does not lead by a clear margin on any measure we track, so pick it for its itinerary or its dates.
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| Noordam | Zuiderdam | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Holland America Line | Holland America Line |
| Ship size | Large | Large |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2006 (better) | 2002 |
| Last refurbishedmore recent highlighted | 2019 (better) | 2017 |
| Gross tonnage | 82,318 | 82,305 |
| Passengers | 1,924 | 1,916 |
| Crew | 800 | 817 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 2.4 | 2.3 (better) |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 42.8 | 43.0 (better) |
| Decks | 11 | 15 |
| Length | 936 ft | 936 ft |
| Beam | 106 ft | 105 ft |
| Speed | 25 mph | 28 mph |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | 8 / 10 | 8 / 10 |
| Cruises on sale | 44 | 111 |
| Upcoming sailings | 78 | 128 |
| Cruise lengths | 7 to 43 nights | 4 to 28 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $824 | $429 (better) |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. Noordam leads on 1 of the ten, Zuiderdam on 0, with 9 level.
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Holland America Line
Noordam
Launched in 2006, ms Noordam became the newest member of Holland America's renowned Vista class ships.
Highlights
- Varied itineraries including Oceania and the South Pacific as well as the Panama Canal.
- Fine, curated classic and modern art; don't miss the great photography collection.
- Dining options are plentiful and you can even learn to cook or experience state-of-the-art demonstration kitchen offering interactive gourmet cooking lessons taught by Master Chefs or culinary guests
Sailing now
44 cruises on sale, from $824.
Holland America Line
Zuiderdam
The first ship in Holland America's Vista class series, the ms Zuiderdam uses the latest industry and environmental technologies, such as her use of a diesel-electric power plant for optimal energy efficiency and an Azipod propulsion system.
Highlights
- The Waterford crystal seahorse greets visitors and introduces them to the art throughout the ship.
- The Lido Deck pool offers a retractable roof for colder days, along with a large polar bear statue to keep you company.
- The Greenhouse Spa offers a full hydrotherapy pool.
- Le Cirque at Pinnacle Grill brings the famous New York restaurant to life on the ship.
Sailing now
111 cruises on sale, from $429.
Questions
Noordam or Zuiderdam?
Which is bigger, Noordam or Zuiderdam?
Noordam is bigger at 82,318 gross tons, against 82,305 gross tons for Zuiderdam. Noordam carries 1,924 passengers and Zuiderdam carries 1,916.
Which ship is newer, Noordam or Zuiderdam?
Noordam is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2006 against 2002 for Zuiderdam.
Which has more space per passenger?
Zuiderdam, with 43.0 gross tons per passenger against 42.8 on Noordam. The higher the figure, the more ship there is for each guest.
Which has more crew per passenger?
Zuiderdam, with one crew member for every 2.3 passengers against one for every 2.4 on Noordam.
Which is better for families?
They score the same for family friendliness in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores: 6.0 out of 10.
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