--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: c78f9040-de76-432c-8076-e8b0242440bc slug: 2355517 voyage_code: U835A cruise_line: Holland America Line ship: Zuiderdam departure_date: return_date: nights: 20 embarkation_port: Lisbon disembarkation_port: Amsterdam starting_price_usd: bookable: true last_updated: 2026-10-19T14:08:06Z --- # 20-Day Iberia & Norwegian Fjords: Ireland & Lisbon Overnight > Holland America Line · Zuiderdam · Apr 16 – May 6, 2028   (20 nights) ## Quick Facts | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | **Cruise Line** | Holland America Line | | **Ship** | Zuiderdam | | **Duration** | 20 nights | | **Departure Date** | N/A | | **Return Date** | N/A | | **Embarkation Port** | Lisbon | | **Disembarkation Port** | Amsterdam | | **Starting Price** | N/A USD per person | | **Voyage Code** | U835A | ## Itinerary ### Day 1: Lisbon **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Find your way in the city that launched the Age of Discovery. Cross the River Tagus on its soaring suspension bridge, watched over by a colossal statue of Christ. Wander the maze of streets in the Alfama, the old Moorish quarter, dominated by the medieval Castle of St George where peacocks strut and shriek. Stroll the Baixa and refuse to leave without a pair of elegant shoes. ### Day 2: Lisbon **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM Find your way in the city that launched the Age of Discovery. Cross the River Tagus on its soaring suspension bridge, watched over by a colossal statue of Christ. Wander the maze of streets in the Alfama, the old Moorish quarter, dominated by the medieval Castle of St George where peacocks strut and shriek. Stroll the Baixa and refuse to leave without a pair of elegant shoes. ### Day 3: Leixoes (Oporto) **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM From lovely Oporto enjoy a leisurely drive along the Rio d'Ouro (River of Gold) into port wine country. Hear the fascinating story of its origin; taste test the season's best. ### Day 4: A Coruna **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 04:00 PM Seaside cafés and a tour of a venerable working lighthouse beckon, as does Santiago de Compostela, one of Christianity's holiest sites. ### Day 5: Bilbao **Arrives:** 09:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM This Basque city combines a heady mix of ancient roots and ultramodern sensibilities. If you like modern design, Bilbao’s got striking architecture—like Frank Gehry’s shiplike Guggenheim Museum, the soaring Isozaki towers and Calatrava’s glass-bottomed Zubizuri Bridge. If you seek older cultural highlights, there are historic buildings, traditional Basque cuisine and inviting cobblestone streets to explore. Outside Bilbao’s bustling center, there’s lots to discover. Find sweeping views and surpr... ### Day 6: La Rochelle **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM Brandy and bordeaux wines come from the region surrounding La Rochelle. Taste these products of locals vineyards; learn about the brandy distillation process, where the top and bottom layers are discarded; discover the secret of barrel toasting that affects the palate of an aged red wine. If you don't already know what VSOP and XO stand for, you will soon. ### Day 7: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 8: Dun Laoghaire (Dublin), Ireland **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 07:00 PM ### Day 9: Cobh (Cork) **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM Corkonians are fiercely proud of their hometown, so much so that it’s jokingly referred to as the People’s Republic of Cork. And there is a lot to love about Ireland’s second city. Hugging the banks of the River Lee, it takes its name from corcaigh, the Gaelic word for "marshy." With its origins in the 7th century, Cork enjoyed a flourishing period as a merchant center in the 18th and 19th centuries, with grand buildings like the elegant Cork City Hall bearing testimony to this status. On the no... ### Day 10: Plymouth **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM This seaside port is home to Plymouth Hoe, the center of the British Navy, and maritime exploration. From these harbors, famed voyages of Sir Frances Drake, and the Pilgrims' Mayflower were launched. Enjoy its shops, the historic landmarks, and the beautiful gardens throughout the town. ### Day 11: St Peter Port, Guernsey **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM Twenty-four square miles of unspoiled British isle. Georgian homes climb the hill above the picturesque harbor. Sample shore excursion: Guernsey Island Drive. ### Day 12: Le Havre **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 11:59 PM Tour from the port to the beaches of Normandy, moving reminders of D-Day landings. Or take off for a day in Paris and view the City of Light from the Eiffel Tower or a Seine cruise. ### Day 13: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 14: Amsterdam **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 04:00 PM A stop in Amsterdam offers the chance to explore the sights of one of Europe’s most colorful, dynamic and historic cities—one with a well-earned reputation as a laid-back and inviting place for people of all stripes. Visitors are naturally drawn to the historic city center where you’ll find some of the world’s top art museums, including the Rijksmuseum and the Van Gogh Museum. And at Dam Square, the Amsterdam’s largest public square, you can tour the Royal Palace before continuing to the tourist... ### Day 15: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 16: Eidfjord, Norway **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM In the shadow of snowy peaks and near stunning blue-green fjords, Eidfjord is considered by many to be one of the most beautiful villages in Norway. Even though it has a population of less than 1,000, scores of visitors come here each year to bask in the area's natural splendor. Hardangervidda, near Eidfjord, is Europe's largest mountain plateau as well as Norway's largest national park. Interestingly, the legendary polar explorer Roald Amundsen, who led the first expedition to reach the Sou... ### Day 16: Scenic cruising Hardangerfjord **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 17: Alesund **Arrives:** 12:00 PM · **Departs:** 09:00 PM Ålesund, a quaint fishing town of approximately 45,000 in western Norway, has been called Norway’s most beautiful city. A fire in 1904 destroyed much of it, resulting in the town being rebuilt in the Art Nouveau style—also known as Jugendstil—that was popular around the turn of the 20th century. A year after the fire, Norway gained its independence from Sweden, which led to a campaign to build a "Norwegian town" to mark the creation of the new nation. The colorful buildings feature castlelike tu... ### Day 18: Nordfjordeid **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM ### Day 18: Scenic Cruising Nordfjord **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 19: Bergen **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM Beautiful Bergen, Norway’s second-largest city, is one of the most popular ports of call on a cruise up the fjords. Step off the ship into the medieval Bryggen wharf area, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1979, where small boats line the harbor and wooden gabled buildings stand proud along the waterfront. Bergen’s rich maritime tradition goes back nearly 1,000 years, including the years the town played an important part in the Hanseatic League, the trading empire that dominated maritime commer... ### Day 20: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 21: Amsterdam **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM A stop in Amsterdam offers the chance to explore the sights of one of Europe’s most colorful, dynamic and historic cities—one with a well-earned reputation as a laid-back and inviting place for people of all stripes. Visitors are naturally drawn to the historic city center where you’ll find some of the world’s top art museums, including the Rijksmuseum and the Van Gogh Museum. And at Dam Square, the Amsterdam’s largest public square, you can tour the Royal Palace before continuing to the tourist... ## Pricing Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy in USD. | Cabin Type | Starting Price | |------------|----------------| | Inside | $4,709 | | Ocean View | $5,009 | | Balcony | $5,909 | | Suite | $7,259 | ## Cabin Options ### Inside Cabins **Standard Interior Stateroom** (Code: N) Approximately 151–233 sq. ft. Two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our signature Mariner's Dream bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads and a host of amenities are featured in these comfortable staterooms. The configuration of staterooms may vary from the image... **Large Interior Stateroom** (Code: J) Approximately 151–233 sq. ft. These spacious staterooms include two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our Signature Mariner's Dream bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads and a host of amenities. The configuration of staterooms may vary from the images shown. **Large/Standard Inside Stateroom** (Code: K) Approximately 151–233 sq. ft. These spacious staterooms include two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our Signature Mariner's Dream bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads and a host of amenities. The configuration of staterooms may vary from the images shown. ### Outside Cabins **Large Ocean view Stateroom** (Code: E) Approximately 174–180 sq. ft. These expansive staterooms include include two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our Signature Mariner's Dream bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads, a host of amenities and an ocean view. The configuration of staterooms may vary f... **Large Ocean view Stateroom (Fully Obstructed View)** (Code: H) Approximately 174–180 sq. ft. These large staterooms include two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our Signature Mariner's Dream bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads and a host of amenities. The view is fully obstructed. The configuration of staterooms may var... **Large Ocean view Stateroom** (Code: F) Approximately 174–180 sq. ft. These expansive staterooms include include two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our Signature Mariner's Dream bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads, a host of amenities and an ocean view. The configuration of staterooms may vary f... **Large Ocean view Stateroom (Partial Sea View)** (Code: G) Approximately 174–180 sq. ft. These staterooms feature a partial sea view and include two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our signature Mariner's Dream bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, plus premium massage shower heads and a variety of amenities. The configuration of staterooms may ... **Large Ocean view Stateroom** (Code: DD) Approximately 174–180 sq. ft. These expansive staterooms include include two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our Signature Mariner's Dream bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads, a host of amenities and an ocean view. The configuration of staterooms may vary f... **Large Ocean view Stateroom** (Code: D) Approximately 174–180 sq. ft. These expansive staterooms include include two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our Signature Mariner's Dream bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads, a host of amenities and an ocean view. The configuration of staterooms may vary f... **Large Ocean view Stateroom** (Code: C) Approximately 174–180 sq. ft. These expansive staterooms include include two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our Signature Mariner's Dream bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads, a host of amenities and an ocean view. The configuration of staterooms may vary f... **Large Ocean view Stateroom (Fully Obstructed View)** (Code: HH) Approximately 174–180 sq. ft. These large staterooms include two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our Signature Mariner's Dream bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads and a host of amenities. The view is fully obstructed. The configuration of staterooms may var... ### Balcony Cabins **Verandah Stateroom** (Code: VH) Approximately 212–359 sq. ft. including verandah Filled with light from floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a private verandah, these staterooms include a sitting area, two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our signature Mariner's Dream bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, and bath tub w... ### Suite Cabins **Signature Suite** (Code: SS) Approximately 372–384 sq. ft. including verandah These large, comfortable suites feature a spacious sitting area with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a private verandah, two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our signature Mariner's Dream bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, and one s... ## Ship Information ### Zuiderdam Classic nautical finishes, modern amenities and a spectacular art collection make Zuiderdam a continued favourite in the Holland America fleet. Numerous enrichment and entertainment activities keep guests going from the moment they wake on this cruise ship. When it comes to dining, there are options for everyone, from steak at the Pinnacle Grill to burgers and fries at Dive-In to exquisite Italian cuisine at Canaletto. Hear your favourite tunes all evening long at music clubs, such as the Rolling Stone Lounge and Billboard Onboard. #### Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Passenger Capacity | 1,916 | | Crew | 817 | | Gross Tonnage | 82,305.0 | | Length | 936.0 ft | | Total Cabins | 985 | ## Onboard Amenities ### Entertainment - **World Stage**: World Stage, the largest theater on board is home to a variety of performances day and night. Our exclusive EXC® Talk lecture series features captivat... - **Billboard Onboard**: Between nightly sets, guests are part of the show as they sing and play along with trivia questions presented on screens throughout the room. - **Island Magic**: A steelband like you’ve never heard before. The sounds of Trinidad & Tobago meet classic and popular favorites. On select Caribbean cruises. - **Cantaré**: Vocal quartet Cantaré amazes audiences with their harmonies. On select cruises. - **Rolling Stone Lounge**: Dance to your favorite songs with one of the best bands at sea. From rock and pop to country and beyond, we provide the perfect playlist live, each an... ### Technology - **Holland America Line Navigator**: Personalize your cruise experience once you’re on the ship with our free mobile-friendly tool. Plan your daily activities, browse and purchase shore e... ### Food and Drink - **Lido Market**: Explore a world of intriguing culinary possibilities in the Lido Market. Steps from the Lido pool, this modern marketplace includes a curated selectio... - **The Dining Room**: For an elegant breakfast, leisurely lunch or unforgettable multi-course dinner, The Dining Room is your destination. For dinner, choose from classics ... - **Canaletto**: In Italy, there’s nothing more important than coming together to celebrate the joy of great food. Culinary Ambassador Ethan Stowell’s expertly crafted... - **Dive In**: Dive-In offers a variety of casual culinary classics, using the highest quality ingredients. Enjoy a burger, grilled to perfection and served on a toa... - **Pinnacle Grill**: Pinnacle Grill offers an elegant dining experience, combining impeccable service with a menu that highlights the best of land and sea. Each course is ... ### Recreational - **Pickleball at Sea**: Play the fastest-growing sport in the U.S. with Holland America Line, the exclusive cruise line partner of the Professional Pickleball Association. Al... ### Other - **Kids Club**: Holland America Line's youth activities program, Kids Club, offers an array of entertaining events for kids and teens ages 3-17, supervised by a full-... - **Onboard Shopping**: Enjoy a wide variety of duty-free shopping in such signature shops as The Vault, Diamonds and Gemstones by Merabella, which offers the best diamonds a... ### Fitness - **Fitness Center**: Stop by the professionally staffed Fitness Center equipped with the latest cardio and weight machines. Try one of our classes on indoor cycling, Pilat... ## Ports of Call ### Lisbon *Coordinates: 38.7223, -9.13934* Find your way in the city that launched the Age of Discovery. Cross the River Tagus on its soaring suspension bridge, watched over by a colossal statue of Christ. Wander the maze of streets in the Alfama, the old Moorish quarter, dominated by the medieval Castle of St George where peacocks strut and shriek. Stroll the Baixa and refuse to leave without a pair of elegant shoes. ### Leixoes (Oporto) *Coordinates: 41.1833, -8.7* From lovely Oporto enjoy a leisurely drive along the Rio d'Ouro (River of Gold) into port wine country. Hear the fascinating story of its origin; taste test the season's best. ### A Coruna *Coordinates: 43.3715, -8.39597* Seaside cafés and a tour of a venerable working lighthouse beckon, as does Santiago de Compostela, one of Christianity's holiest sites. ### Bilbao *Coordinates: 43.257, -2.92344* This Basque city combines a heady mix of ancient roots and ultramodern sensibilities. If you like modern design, Bilbao’s got striking architecture—like Frank Gehry’s shiplike Guggenheim Museum, the soaring Isozaki towers and Calatrava’s glass-bottomed Zubizuri Bridge. If you seek older cultural highlights, there are historic buildings, traditional Basque cuisine and inviting cobblestone streets t... ### La Rochelle *Coordinates: 46.1581, -1.15364* Brandy and bordeaux wines come from the region surrounding La Rochelle. Taste these products of locals vineyards; learn about the brandy distillation process, where the top and bottom layers are discarded; discover the secret of barrel toasting that affects the palate of an aged red wine. If you don't already know what VSOP and XO stand for, you will soon. ### Dun Laoghaire (Dublin), Ireland *Coordinates: 53.2944, -6.13387* ### Cobh (Cork) *Coordinates: 51.8979, -8.47109* Corkonians are fiercely proud of their hometown, so much so that it’s jokingly referred to as the People’s Republic of Cork. And there is a lot to love about Ireland’s second city. Hugging the banks of the River Lee, it takes its name from corcaigh, the Gaelic word for "marshy." With its origins in the 7th century, Cork enjoyed a flourishing period as a merchant center in the 18th and 19th centuri... ### Plymouth *Coordinates: 50.3704, -4.14265* This seaside port is home to Plymouth Hoe, the center of the British Navy, and maritime exploration. From these harbors, famed voyages of Sir Frances Drake, and the Pilgrims' Mayflower were launched. Enjoy its shops, the historic landmarks, and the beautiful gardens throughout the town. ### St Peter Port, Guernsey *Coordinates: 49.4542, -2.54971* Twenty-four square miles of unspoiled British isle. Georgian homes climb the hill above the picturesque harbor. Sample shore excursion: Guernsey Island Drive. ### Le Havre *Coordinates: 49.4886, 0.107489* Tour from the port to the beaches of Normandy, moving reminders of D-Day landings. Or take off for a day in Paris and view the City of Light from the Eiffel Tower or a Seine cruise. ### Amsterdam *Coordinates: 52.3731, 4.89222* A stop in Amsterdam offers the chance to explore the sights of one of Europe’s most colorful, dynamic and historic cities—one with a well-earned reputation as a laid-back and inviting place for people of all stripes. Visitors are naturally drawn to the historic city center where you’ll find some of the world’s top art museums, including the Rijksmuseum and the Van Gogh Museum. And at Dam Square, t... ### Eidfjord, Norway *Coordinates: 60.4675, 7.07192* In the shadow of snowy peaks and near stunning blue-green fjords, Eidfjord is considered by many to be one of the most beautiful villages in Norway. Even though it has a population of less than 1,000, scores of visitors come here each year to bask in the area's natural splendor. Hardangervidda, near Eidfjord, is Europe's largest mountain plateau as well as Norway's largest national park. Inter... ### Scenic cruising Hardangerfjord ### Alesund *Coordinates: 62.4723, 6.15493* Ålesund, a quaint fishing town of approximately 45,000 in western Norway, has been called Norway’s most beautiful city. A fire in 1904 destroyed much of it, resulting in the town being rebuilt in the Art Nouveau style—also known as Jugendstil—that was popular around the turn of the 20th century. A year after the fire, Norway gained its independence from Sweden, which led to a campaign to build a "... ### Nordfjordeid *Coordinates: 61.9072, 5.99413* ### Scenic Cruising Nordfjord ### Bergen *Coordinates: 60.3881, 5.33185* Beautiful Bergen, Norway’s second-largest city, is one of the most popular ports of call on a cruise up the fjords. Step off the ship into the medieval Bryggen wharf area, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1979, where small boats line the harbor and wooden gabled buildings stand proud along the waterfront. Bergen’s rich maritime tradition goes back nearly 1,000 years, including the years the town... ## Booking Information - **Book This Cruise:** https://pirate.travel/cruise/2355517 - **Compare Prices:** CruisePirate compares prices across multiple booking channels - **Price Alerts:** Set up alerts for price drops on this sailing - **Support:** Contact our AI-powered cruise assistant for personalized recommendations ### Why Book with CruisePirate? - Real-time price comparison across booking channels - AI-powered cruise recommendations - Transparent pricing with no hidden fees - Expert cruise search and filtering --- ## Technical Metadata - **Canonical URL:** https://pirate.travel/cruise/2355517 - **Markdown URL:** https://pirate.travel/cruise/2355517.md - **API Endpoint:** https://pirate.travel/api/cruises/2355517/ - **Primary Image:** https://images.cruisepirate.ai/v3/static/cruise-lines/holland-america-line/zuiderdam/other/74969.webp - **Data Source:** CruisePirate Cruise Database - **Last Updated:** 2026-10-19 14:08:06 UTC