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 Rotterdam, The Netherlands 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 29-night cruise like?

A 29-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 29-night 29-Day Christmas Market Holiday & Canary Island Enchantment from Rotterdam, The Netherlands, Dec 18, 2027

Holland America Line · Nieuw Statendam · Dec 18, 2027 – Jan 16, 2028

Visit Rotterdam, The Netherlands, Scenic cruising Elbe River, Hamburg, Germany, Aarhus, Denmark , Copenhagen and 15 more ports

Departure Rotterdam, The Netherlands

Return Barcelona

Duration 29 Nights

From $6484 pp

Itinerary

Day 1

Rotterdam, The Netherlands Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 3:00 PM
Day 2

Scenic cruising Elbe River Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 2

Hamburg, Germany Arrives 2:00 PM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 3

Hamburg, Germany Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 6:00 PM
Day 4

At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 5

Aarhus, Denmark Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM
Day 6

Copenhagen Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 7

Copenhagen Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM
Day 8

At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 9

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

Kristiansand, Norway Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM
Day 11

Scenic cruising Hardangerfjord Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 12

Bergen Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 8:00 PM
Day 13

Stavanger Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 5:00 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

At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 19

At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 20

Casablanca Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 7:00 PM
Day 21

Agadir Arrives 12:00 PM · Departs 6:00 PM
Day 22

Puerto del Rosario, Fuerteventura, Spain Arrives 10:00 AM · Departs 9:00 PM
Day 23

Las Palmas Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 6:00 PM
Day 24

Santa Cruz de la Palma Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 6:00 PM
Day 25

Santa Cruz (Tenerife) Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 3:00 PM
Day 26

At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 27

Cadiz (Seville) Arrives 10:00 AM · Departs 8:00 PM
Day 28

Malaga Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM
Day 29

At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 30

Barcelona 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 $6484

Ocean View $7334

Balcony $8004

Suite $9184

Ports of Call

Rotterdam, The Netherlands
Scenic cruising Elbe River
Hamburg, Germany
Aarhus, Denmark
Copenhagen
Oslo
Kristiansand, Norway
Scenic cruising Hardangerfjord
Bergen
Stavanger
Dover
Casablanca
Agadir
Puerto del Rosario, Fuerteventura, Spain
Las Palmas
Santa Cruz de la Palma
Santa Cruz (Tenerife)
Cadiz (Seville)
Malaga
Barcelona

About This Cruise

29-night Holland America Line Nieuw Statendam cruise from Rotterdam, The Netherlands to Scenic cruising Elbe River, Hamburg, Germany, Aarhus, Denmark …

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 Rotterdam, The Netherlands 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 29-night cruise like?: A 29-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.