Noordam

Noordam at a Glance

Noordam sails for Holland America Line and covers some of the most compelling itineraries available in the Asia-Pacific region. Here is what you need to know before you read further:

• Operated by Holland America Line
• Itineraries across Southeast Asia, Japan, Transpacific routes, East Asia, Alaska, Australia and New Zealand
• Sailings of up to 40 nights
• Main departure ports: Tokyo, Singapore, Seattle and Hong Kong
• Entertainment anchored by the B.B. King’s Blues Club, Rolling Stone Lounge and World Stage
• Spa powered by Elemis products, with a thermal suite and hydrotherapy pool

Where Noordam sails varies by season. Japan cruises are the most numerous sailings on offer, followed by Southeast Asia and East Asia itineraries. She also covers Alaska departures from Seattle and voyages around Australia and New Zealand.

Dining on Noordam

Noordam covers the full spectrum from casual poolside eating to signature fine dining, with 24-hour room service included in every fare.

The anchor of the casual dining experience is the pool deck, where the Panorama Bar serves drinks alongside pizza and sandwiches — ideal for a relaxed lunch between destinations. 24-hour room service means breakfast, all-day meals and late-night bites are available straight to your stateroom whenever you need them, at no extra cost.

The Pinnacle Bar is designed as an aperitif destination in its own right, sitting alongside the Pinnacle Grill and setting the tone for a more elevated evening. Suite guests sail with access to Club Orange, a private dining space with extended dinner menus and special events included in their fare.

Drinks across the ship’s bars — from the Gallery Bar’s artful surroundings to the Half Moon Bar’s smoky signature cocktails and the lively MIX — are charged separately unless you hold a drinks package. The same applies to food orders at the pool area and Panorama Bar.

Entertainment and Bars on Noordam

Noordam carries three distinct live-music venues and a main theatre — an unusually rich entertainment offer for an evening at sea.

The World Stage is the ship’s largest performance space, wrapping two-storey-high panoramic LED screens around the audience for shows from companies including Step One Dance Company and Cantaré, as well as daytime talks from local experts. All of this is included in your fare.

The B.B. King’s Blues Club brings live soul and rock & roll to the ship in the spirit of Beale Street, while the Rolling Stone Lounge runs live sets spanning rock, pop and country. Both are included with no cover charge. For something quieter, the Piano Bar offers live piano music and singalong evenings in a more intimate setting.

The Crow’s Nest lounge sits at the top of the ship with panoramic sea views — a natural choice for a quieter drink away from the livelier venues. The Ocean Bar spans several distinct areas, from a piano corner to sea-view bars with dancing. Entry to all bars and lounges is complimentary; drinks are charged separately unless you have a drinks package.

The onboard Casino offers table games, slot machines, bingo, scratch cards and Paradise Lotto, with regular tournaments. Each bet and ticket is charged separately.

The Spa and Wellness on Noordam

The Spa & Salon uses Elemis products across its treatment menu, which covers massages, facials, alternative therapies and salon services. The thermal suite and hydrotherapy pool are available to explore freely; individual treatments and wellness classes carry a charge.

Swimming pools and hot tubs are open to all guests, with sea views, sun loungers and poolside snacks and drinks available à la carte — or included if you hold a drinks package.

Cabins and Suites on Noordam

Noordam offers five cabin grades, from compact inside cabins to the full Pinnacle Suite. Full deck plans and every grade in detail are on the Noordam cabins and deck plans page.

• Inside cabin (I) — 13 m², sleeping up to 4. Upper-deck positions with central lift access and shorter routes to restaurants and pools.
• Ocean-view cabin (C) — 16.2 m², sleeping up to 4. An unobstructed sea-view window brings natural light and open views without visual restrictions.
• Balcony cabin (VA) — 21 m², sleeping up to 4. A private balcony means breakfast or a sundowner with a sea view without crossing public decks.
• Signature Suite (SS) — 36 m², sleeping up to 3, exclusively on deck 6. Positioned for the best views in the highest suite location, with short walks to entertainment venues.
• Pinnacle Suite (PS) — 106.8 m², sleeping up to 4, with a private hot tub. Pinnacle Suite guests have access to the exclusive Neptune Lounge with personalised concierge service, including priority for dining and seating preferences.

Suite guests — Signature Suite and above — sail with access to the Club Orange dining enclave at no additional cost, giving them extended dinner menus and special events in a more private setting.

Where Noordam Sails

Noordam’s programme is centred on Asia and the Pacific, with every sailing requiring a flight to the departure port. Cruise1st can book flights, hotels and transfers alongside your cruise as one complete holiday.

The ship’s busiest region is Southeast Asia, with itineraries departing from Singapore. Japan cruises — many departing from Tokyo — are the next most numerous, ranging from focused Japan roundtrips to broader East Asia itineraries taking in South Korea, China and Taiwan. Browse Japan cruises in 2027 from Tokyo or Japan cruises in 2026 from Tokyo to see what’s available.

Transpacific repositioning sailings — some of the longest on the programme, running up to 40 nights — connect Asia with North America. Repositioning cruises in 2027 list the current options. Noordam also sails in Alaska from Seattle; you can search Alaska cruises from Seattle or browse Alaska 2027 cruises for the full picture.

In the southern hemisphere, Noordam calls at Sydney and Auckland as part of itineraries covering Australia and New Zealand. See Australia and New Zealand 2027 cruises for available sailings.

Why Book Noordam with Cruise1st

Cruise1st is one of the UK’s leading cruise specialists, with real cruise experts on the phone before you book — not a general travel agent. That means specialist knowledge of Holland America Line’s itineraries: which cabin grades suit longer voyages, how fare inclusions work, and which departure port makes the most sense for your trip.

Because every Noordam sailing departs from an overseas port — Tokyo, Singapore, Seattle, Hong Kong, Sydney or Auckland — the cruise is typically the middle of a longer trip. Cruise1st can arrange the flights, the hotel nights either side and the transfers as a single Cruise1st Package, putting everything on one booking rather than leaving you to piece it together separately.

Other Holland America Line Ships to Consider

If you are weighing up options within the Holland America Line fleet, Cruise1st also sells sailings on Oosterdam, Nieuw Amsterdam, Westerdam, Volendam, Nieuw Statendam and Zuiderdam — all ships in the same fleet you may be choosing between.

Alternatives to Noordam

If you want to compare options outside Holland America Line, three ships sail overlapping itineraries across Japan, China, South Korea and Singapore:

• Azamara Pursuit (Azamara) — departs the same ports as Noordam and calls at Japan, China, South Korea and Singapore. A straight alternative with no flight required beyond what Noordam itself involves.
• Diamond Princess (Princess Cruises) — shares Japan, China, South Korea and Singapore in its itinerary mix. Another direct alternative at similar departure points.
• Norwegian Jade (Norwegian Cruise Line) — covers Japan, China, South Korea and Singapore across its programme. Departs overlapping ports and is a comparable option for the same style of trip.

Common Questions about Noordam

Do I Need to Fly to Join a Noordam Cruise?

Yes — every Noordam sailing currently on sale departs from an overseas port: Tokyo, Singapore, Seattle, Hong Kong, Sydney or Auckland. None depart from the UK. Cruise1st can book your flights, pre- or post-cruise hotels and transfers as a single package alongside the cruise, so you are not arranging each element separately.

What Is Club Orange on Noordam?

Club Orange is a private dining enclave available exclusively to suite guests. It offers extended dinner menus and special events at no additional charge for those travelling in a suite. Guests in other cabin grades cannot access it.

Which Noordam Cabin Grade Is Right for a Long Voyage?

With sailings running up to 40 nights, cabin size and private space matter more than on a short trip. The Balcony cabin (VA) at 21 m² gives you a private outdoor space without crossing public decks — useful on a long voyage. The Signature Suite (SS) at 36 m² adds significantly more living space and Club Orange dining access. For the longest itineraries, the Pinnacle Suite at 106.8 m² adds a private hot tub and full Neptune Lounge concierge service. The Noordam cabins and deck plans page sets out every grade and its location on the ship.

How Long Are Noordam’s Transpacific Sailings?

Transpacific sailings on Noordam are among the longest in the current programme, reaching up to 40 nights. These repositioning voyages connect Asia and North America and are worth considering if you want to experience both regions in one trip. Browse repositioning cruises in 2027 for current availability.

Can I Book Japan and Southeast Asia on the Same Trip?

Some of Noordam’s East Asia itineraries combine ports across Japan, South Korea, China and Southeast Asian destinations in a single sailing. The best way to see what is currently bookable is to browse Japan cruises in 2027 or the Southeast Asia cruises page, where individual itineraries show their full port lists.