What is included in the cruise fare?

Standard cruise fares include your cabin, onboard meals at main dining venues, most non-specialty entertainment, use of pools and common facilities, and transport between ports of call. Gratuities, specialty dining, alcoholic drinks, shore excursions and onboard spa services are typically billed separately.

How far in advance should I book this cruise?

For popular sailings, booking 6–12 months ahead typically gives the best cabin selection and fares. Last-minute discounts can appear 30–60 days before departure when the cruise line wants to fill remaining cabins on Nieuw Statendam.

What documents do I need to board?

Most international itineraries require a passport valid for at least six months beyond your return date. Closed-loop sailings that depart and return to the same U.S. port from Dover may accept a government-issued photo ID plus a certified birth certificate for U.S. citizens — always verify with the cruise line.

Can I change or cancel my booking?

Change and cancellation policies depend on Holland America Line's fare type and how close you are to departure. Refundable deposits typically allow changes up to the final-payment date without penalty; closer to sailing, cancellation fees scale up. Review the specific fare rules before booking.

What is a 28-night cruise like?

A 28-night cruise balances relaxing sea days with active port days. You can expect a mix of onboard programming — dining, entertainment, spa and fitness — and multiple shore excursions from Nieuw Statendam. Pack for both formal nights and casual deck days.

Nieuw Statendam 28-night 28-Day British Isles & Arctic Solstice from Dover, May 28, 2027

Holland America Line · Nieuw Statendam · May 28, 2027 – Jun 25, 2027

Visit Dover, Rotterdam, The Netherlands, South Queensferry (Edinburgh), Invergordon, Portree, Isle of Skye and 16 more ports

Departure Dover

Return Dover

Duration 28 Nights

From $7154 pp

Itinerary

Day 1

Dover Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 6:00 PM
Day 2

Rotterdam, The Netherlands Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 3:00 PM
Day 3

At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 4

South Queensferry (Edinburgh) Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM
Day 5

Invergordon Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM
Day 6

Portree, Isle of Skye Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 6:00 PM
Day 7

Belfast Arrives 11:00 AM · Departs 10:00 PM
Day 8

Greenock (Glasgow) Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 4:00 PM
Day 9

Killybegs, Donegal Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 6:00 PM
Day 10

Galway Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 6:00 PM
Day 10

Scenic cruising Cliffs of Moher Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 11

At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 12

Cobh (Cork) Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM
Day 13

Dun Laoghaire (Dublin), Ireland Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 7:00 PM
Day 14

At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 15

Dover Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 6:00 PM
Day 16

Rotterdam, The Netherlands Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 3:00 PM
Day 17

At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 18

Alesund Arrives 10:00 AM · Departs 7:00 PM
Day 19

Trondheim Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 4:00 PM
Day 19

Scenic Cruising Trondheimsfjord Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 20

At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 21

Honningsvag Arrives 10:00 AM · Departs 7:00 PM
Day 21

Scenic cruising North Cape Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 22

Tromso Arrives 9:00 AM · Departs 6:00 PM
Day 23

At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 24

Andalsnes Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 4:00 PM
Day 25

Haugesund, Norway Arrives 10:00 AM · Departs 6:00 PM
Day 26

Lerwick, Shetland Islands, United Kingdom Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM
Day 27

Invergordon Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 6:00 PM
Day 28

At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 29

Dover Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM

Cabin Prices

Prices as of 2026-10-19.

Prices per person, based on double occupancy in USD.

Inside $7154

Ocean View $8634

Balcony $9204

Suite $10814

Ports of Call

Dover
Rotterdam, The Netherlands
South Queensferry (Edinburgh)
Invergordon
Portree, Isle of Skye
Belfast
Greenock (Glasgow)
Killybegs, Donegal
Galway
Scenic cruising Cliffs of Moher
Cobh (Cork)
Dun Laoghaire (Dublin), Ireland
Alesund
Trondheim
Scenic Cruising Trondheimsfjord
Honningsvag
Scenic cruising North Cape
Tromso
Andalsnes
Haugesund, Norway
Lerwick, Shetland Islands, United Kingdom

About This Cruise

28-night Holland America Line Nieuw Statendam cruise from Dover to Rotterdam, The Netherlands, South Queensferry (Edinburgh), Invergordon and Portree,…

Cruise Line Holland America Line

Ship Nieuw Statendam

Frequently asked questions

What is included in the cruise fare?: Standard cruise fares include your cabin, onboard meals at main dining venues, most non-specialty entertainment, use of pools and common facilities, and transport between ports of call. Gratuities, specialty dining, alcoholic drinks, shore excursions and onboard spa services are typically billed separately.
How far in advance should I book this cruise?: For popular sailings, booking 6–12 months ahead typically gives the best cabin selection and fares. Last-minute discounts can appear 30–60 days before departure when the cruise line wants to fill remaining cabins on Nieuw Statendam.
What documents do I need to board?: Most international itineraries require a passport valid for at least six months beyond your return date. Closed-loop sailings that depart and return to the same U.S. port from Dover may accept a government-issued photo ID plus a certified birth certificate for U.S. citizens — always verify with the cruise line.
Can I change or cancel my booking?: Change and cancellation policies depend on Holland America Line's fare type and how close you are to departure. Refundable deposits typically allow changes up to the final-payment date without penalty; closer to sailing, cancellation fees scale up. Review the specific fare rules before booking.
What is a 28-night cruise like?: A 28-night cruise balances relaxing sea days with active port days. You can expect a mix of onboard programming — dining, entertainment, spa and fitness — and multiple shore excursions from Nieuw Statendam. Pack for both formal nights and casual deck days.