Holland America Line
Volendam
- Cruises
- 49
- From
- $1,234
Ship comparison
Volendam vs Zuiderdam
Holland America Line
Zuiderdam
- Cruises
- 111
- From
- $429
The verdict
Which should you choose?
Volendam is a mid-size Holland America Line ship carrying 1,432 passengers, in service since 1999. 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, a more romantic trip or more cruises to choose from: it outscores Volendam for romantic (6.8 vs 5.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores, its cruises start from $429 (vs $1,234) and it has 111 cruises on sale (vs 49).
Volendam 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.
| Volendam | Zuiderdam | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Holland America Line | Holland America Line |
| Ship size | Medium | Large |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 1999 | 2002 (better) |
| Last refurbishedmore recent highlighted | 2015 | 2017 (better) |
| Gross tonnage | 61,214 | 82,305 |
| Passengers | 1,432 | 1,916 |
| Crew | 615 | 817 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 2.3 | 2.3 |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 42.7 | 43.0 (better) |
| Decks | 10 | 15 |
| Length | 781 ft | 936 ft |
| Beam | 106 ft | 105 ft |
| Speed | 26 mph | 28 mph |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | 8 / 10 | 8 / 10 |
| Cruises on sale | 49 | 111 |
| Upcoming sailings | 62 | 128 |
| Cruise lengths | 7 to 129 nights | 4 to 28 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $1,234 | $429 (better) |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. Volendam leads on 0 of the ten, Zuiderdam on 1, with 9 level.
- Active
- Adventure & nature
- Cultural
- Dining
- Entertainment
- Family friendly
- Party
- Romantic
- Spa & fitness
- Staterooms
Holland America Line
Volendam
Volendam is a comfortable medium-sized cruise ship from Holland America Line with about 1,400 passengers and an uncrowded feel.
Highlights
- Pick a Pacific Ocean voyage and visit such Oceania, ALaska and Down Under!
- Art deco decor delights in the main show lounge!
- Dutch floral focus is a treasured theme on the Volendam, with artwork, fabric and fresh flowers in abundance throughout the ship.
Sailing now
49 cruises on sale, from $1,234.
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
Volendam or Zuiderdam?
Which is bigger, Volendam or Zuiderdam?
Zuiderdam is bigger at 82,305 gross tons, against 61,214 gross tons for Volendam. Volendam carries 1,432 passengers and Zuiderdam carries 1,916.
Which ship is newer, Volendam or Zuiderdam?
Zuiderdam is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2002 against 1999 for Volendam.
Which has more space per passenger?
Zuiderdam, with 43.0 gross tons per passenger against 42.7 on Volendam. The higher the figure, the more ship there is for each guest.
Which has more crew per passenger?
They are level, with one crew member for every 2.3 passengers.
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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