Elegance at sea and cultural horizons with the MS Noordam

Launched in 2006 and fully modernized in 2019, Holland America Line’s MS Noordam beautifully embodies the blend of maritime tradition and contemporary refinement. This Vista-class ship captivates with its intimate, calm atmosphere, elegant lines, and modern amenities. With comfortable cabins, varied dining options, and itineraries to fascinating destinations, the MS Noordam makes every voyage a truly memorable and special experience.

A lifestyle in motion

Private retreats with refined comfort

The cabins of the MS Noordam, bathed in natural light through large windows, combine elegant simplicity with modern comfort. Premium bedding, soothing décor, and carefully selected amenities—such as flat-screen TVs, minibars, and 24-hour room service—create an intimate atmosphere designed to offer passengers a serene haven. From the cozy interior cabins to the Neptune Suite with a private veranda and concierge service, every space ensures rest, privacy, and relaxation.

Social and cultural spaces

Cozy lounges, welcoming bars, and elegant seating areas create a warm, calm world where art and sociability meet. The MS Noordam features the Vista Lounge, hosting high-quality shows, live concerts, and musicals, as well as the Explorer’s Lounge and Pinnacle Bar, perfect for calm, refined, and quiet moments of relaxation. These lively spaces form the vibrant heart of the ship, encouraging connections and offering an atmosphere filled with elegance, style, and charm.

Open-air horizons

On the outdoor decks of the MS Noordam, time seems to stand perfectly still. Two pools, including one with a retractable roof, several hot tubs, a sports court, and sun-filled terraces invite passengers to fully enjoy the slow, calm, and peaceful pace of the voyage. Each view becomes a living, ever-changing canvas, perfect for quiet contemplation and rest, while travelers savor the fresh sea breeze and stunning ever-changing horizons along the journey.

Flavors and delights aboard the MS Noordam

Panoramic dining and refined cuisine

The restaurants on the MS Noordam offer a wide, tasty, and creative dining experience. The Dining Room serves elegant, fine meals at the table, while the Pinnacle Grill features top-quality meats and fresh seafood. Canaletto offers real Italian dishes, and the Lido Market charms with its varied international self-service options. Each meal is a sensory experience with stunning panoramic views, and guests can enjoy themed dinners and special tastings for an extra memorable touch.

The art of tasting while traveling

Lunches with ever-changing views, themed dinners, and small, fun, tasty experiences inspired by the ports of call are an essential part of the journey. Onboard the MS Noordam, passengers can also join cooking classes, wine tastings, and special culinary events led by experts and chefs. Cuisine becomes a cultural bridge, connecting travelers to the rich traditions, local flavors, and unique dishes of the regions they explore.

Elegant evenings and inspired cocktails

The bars and lounges on the MS Noordam warmly welcome travelers with a warm, musical atmosphere, perfect for socializing and relaxing. From the Crow’s Nest, offering breathtaking panoramic ocean views, to the Ocean Bar with live performances by talented musicians, passengers enjoy refined cocktails and fine wines in a friendly and elegant setting. These spaces become special, cozy places where the magic, charm, and sophistication of the days at sea continue well into the evening.

Inspiring ports and discoveries

Cultural encounters and vibrant cities

Each stop on the MS Noordam opens the doors to a rich and varied heritage, showcasing the diversity and beauty of the destinations visited. From historic European towns to the spectacular landscapes of New Zealand, passengers explore renowned museums, local traditions, and UNESCO sites. Excursions allow travelers to fully immerse themselves in the culture, wander lively markets, and taste the authentic flavors of each region, adding lasting memories and emotions to the journey.

Tranquility and suspended moments

Onboard, passengers enjoyed peaceful, calm times at the MS Noordam’s Greenhouse Spa & Salon, featuring modern treatment rooms, steam rooms, and saunas designed for full relaxation. The quiet, studious library provided the perfect setting to immerse in a book, while the pools and sun decks invited guests to gaze at the ever-changing sea. The ship became a sanctuary where slowing down, savoring time, and soaking in the surrounding beauty were special experiences.

Gentle entertainment and elegant shows

The MS Noordam’s entertainment stood out for its high quality and elegance, adding refined, fun, and memorable moments to every voyage. Shows at the Vista Lounge, cinema screenings, lectures, and classical music recitals offered a varied and immersive program. Passengers could also enjoy the lively energy of the B.B. King’s Blues Club or cultural demonstrations inspired by the destinations, creating a perfect balance of socializing and relaxation for memorable evenings.

MS Noordam itineraries and panoramas

Natural scenery and endless horizons

The MS Noordam sails through breathtaking, vivid, and diverse landscapes, revealing the richness and variety of the world’s horizons. From Alaska with its spectacular glaciers to Australia’s exotic shores, across the Mediterranean, Asia, and the preserved islands of the South Pacific, each itinerary offers a mosaic of grand panoramas. These voyages invite passengers to admire nature, turning every port of call into a source of inspiration and wonder.

Gourmet stops and authentic local flavors

The MS Noordam’s itineraries open the door to exciting local culinary discoveries that complement the beauty and charm of the landscapes. Colorful markets full of fresh produce, renowned vineyards offering unforgettable tastings, regional specialties crafted with skill, and unique culinary traditions awaken the senses. Each stop becomes a rich sensory and cultural experience, where authentic flavors reveal the soul of the destinations visited.

The magic of radiant moments

Brilliant sunrises, fiery sunsets, and starry nights aboard the MS Noordam create unforgettable moments, bathed in poetry and timeless serenity. Whether observed from the deck, in the quiet of a peaceful lounge, or from the private veranda of a suite, these suspended moments remain etched in travelers’ memories. They set the pace of the journey with a soothing atmosphere, where sea and sky seem to converse in infinite harmony.

The art of travel with Voyages Aqua Terra

Expert guidance and refined support

With Voyages Aqua Terra, every cruise becomes a personalized and exclusive journey, where every detail is carefully designed to reflect each traveler’s specific desires. The agency offers precise guidance in selecting the cabin, excursions, and onboard experiences, while ensuring a smooth, discreet, and elegant organization. Thanks to this attentive support, the stay aboard the MS Noordam takes on an even more serene, comfortable, immersive, and tailor-made dimension.

Exclusive privileges and elegant touches

Refined upgrades, priority access, personalized services, and thoughtful, elegant touches set the Voyages Aqua Terra experience apart. These exclusive benefits add a subtle layer of understated sophistication that transforms each moment into an exceptional, unmatched experience. A cruise aboard the MS Noordam is thus enhanced with added comfort, harmonious refinement, and elegance, perfectly suited to the expectations of discerning travelers.

Precious memories and lasting emotions

Thanks to the expertise of Voyages Aqua Terra, a stay aboard the MS Noordam becomes an unforgettable and inspiring escape, marked by the beauty of the landscapes, the quality of service, and the uniqueness of the shared experiences. Each journey is imbued with unique and moving moments, etched in memory as rare and timeless instants, synonymous with poetry and elegance.