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Sailings

17 Nights Australia
departing from Sydney, Australia
Cruise Line Holland America Line
Ship Maasdam - OLD
Departing Sat, Nov 16, 2019
Return Port Sydney, Australia
Ports of Call Sydney, Australia | Brisbane, Australia | Gladstone, Australia | Alotau, Papua New Guinea | Kiriwina Island, Trobriand...
Holland America Line
Sydney, Australia | Brisbane, Australia | Gladstone, Australia | Alotau, Papua New Guinea | Kiriwina Island, Trobriand Islands, Papua New Guin | Kitava, Trobriand Islands, Papua New Guinea | Cairns, Australia | Townsville, Australia | Airlie Beach | Moreton Island, Australia
Itinerary
  • Date Date Location Location Arrival Arrival Departure Departure
  • Sat, Nov 16, 2019 Sydney, Australia Check In Starts At 1230p Visa Required 12:30 Pm - 5:30 Pm -- 6:45 pm
    Sun, Nov 17, 2019 At Sea -- --
    Mon, Nov 18, 2019 Brisbane, Australia Visa Required 7:00 am 3:00 pm
    Tue, Nov 19, 2019 Gladstone, Queensland, Australia Tender Required Wheelchair Access Limited Visa Required 12:00 pm 8:00 pm
    Wed, Nov 20, 2019 At Sea -- --
    Thu, Nov 21, 2019 At Sea -- --
    Fri, Nov 22, 2019 Alotau, Papua New Guinea Tender Required Wheelchair Access Limited 8:00 am 5:00 pm
    Sat, Nov 23, 2019 Kiriwina Island, Papua New Guinea Tender Required Wheelchair Access Limited 8:00 am 5:00 pm
    Sun, Nov 24, 2019 Kitava, Papua New Guinea Tender Required Wheelchair Access Limited 8:00 am 5:00 pm
    Mon, Nov 25, 2019 Conflict Islands (panawal Group), P Tender Required Wheelchair Access Limited 8:00 am 5:00 pm
    Tue, Nov 26, 2019 At Sea -- --
    Wed, Nov 27, 2019 Cairns, Australia Times Subject To Tidal Cond Visa Required 7:00 am 5:00 pm
    Thu, Nov 28, 2019 Townsville, Australia Tender Required Wheelchair Access Limited Visa Required 8:00 am 5:00 pm
    Fri, Nov 29, 2019 Airlie Beach, Queensland, Australia Tender Required Wheelchair Access Limited Visa Required 8:00 am 5:00 pm
    Sat, Nov 30, 2019 At Sea -- --
    Sun, Dec 01, 2019 Moreton Island, Queensland, Austral Tender Required Wheelchair Access Limited Visa Required 8:00 am 5:00 pm
    Mon, Dec 02, 2019 At Sea -- --
    Tue, Dec 03, 2019 Sydney, Australia Times Subject To Tidal Cond Visa Required 7:00 am --
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Holland America Line
General

Welcome to Holland America Line, recognized for nearly 150 years as a leader in premium cruising. Today, our fleet of 14 ships visit more than 470 ports of call in 98 countries connecting with all seven continents. Holland America Line guests are endlessly curious, looking to go beyond typical tourist experiences.

They''re not looking for things like waterslides, go-karts, roller coasters or climbing walls when they cruise. They are explorers who appreciate the one-of-a-kind experiences curated by the experts who manage our exclusive Explorations CentralTM destination immersion programming, with local cultural insights, insider travel tips, and unique shore excursions for an authentic experience in each destination. They are foodies who want unrivaled experiences in food, wine and spirits, and enjoy the award-winning dining influenced by our Culinary Council of seven world-renowned celebrity chefs.

They''re music lovers who appreciate the best in live music - exclusively on board at Lincoln Center Stage, B.B. King''s Blues Club, Billboard Onboard, Rolling Stone Rock Room, Postmodern Jukebox, and more.* And, they want to pursue these passions on perfectly sized, refreshingly uncrowded ships that combine classic design with contemporary elegance - all with service that attends to every detail, every day. Come, savor the journey.

*Venues vary by ship.
Ship
Maasdam - OLD
Overview

Maasdam showcases the world at its most engaging, authentic and personal. Every voyage features fascinating lectures, interactive workshops, cultural performances and memorable shore excursions to immerse you in each unique itinerary through some of the world's most exotic locales. And being the only Holland America Line ship outfitted with nimble, inflatable Zodiacs, on select port calls you can explore further than ever before.

Features

Digital Workshop, powered by Windows: Guests will be able to "show and tell" their vacation memories, learning how to share all their digital memories through email, blogging and social networking - so friends and family can see where they've been cruising even before they return home. Free workshops taught by Microsoft-trained "techsperts" make it easy and fun, even for novices

Rotterdam Dining Room: features impeccable service and an extensive wine list. Five-course menus include continental cuisine, vegetarian and low-carb options.

Pinnacle Grill: This intimate venue offers an elegant, sophisticated dining experience. Featuring premium Double R Ranch Beef, inspired seafood dishes and many select wines rated "Excellent" by Wine Spectator - as well as distinctive Bvlgari china, Riedel stemware and Frette linens.

Canaletto Restaurant: Named for a famous 18th-century Venetian artist, Canaletto is your destination onboard for an intimate Italian dinner. The evening begins with the chef's selection of antipasti with a taste of the delicious fare and personal, polished service to follow.

Lido Restaurant: offers a relaxed ambiance for all three meals and features a variety of fresh, cooked-to-order specialties.

The Culinary Arts Center, presented by Food & Wine magazine: our state-of-the-art demonstration kitchen for gourmet presentations, tasting events and intimate cooking classes.

Mix: an innovative meeting place featuring three specialty venues: Champagne, for mid-day mimosas or anytime celebrations; Martinis, for Grey Goose cocktails and martini flights; and Spirits & Ales for microbrews, single malts and sports updates.

Explorations Cafe, powered by The New York Times: a comfortable, coffee house environment where you can browse through an extensive library, surf the Internet and check email or simply read the morning paper.

Greenhouse Spa & Salon: features heavenly beauty and wellness rituals. Enjoy a facial, hot stone massage, steam in a thermal suite and have your hair and nails done for a special evening.

Rembrandt Show Lounge: features talented vocalists, dancers, illusionists, comedians and variety acts.

Crow's Nest: offers sweeping 270 degree views during the day, and a hip, fashionable nightclub each evening.

Club HAL: our dedicated youth facilities and activities for kids ages 3 - 12; activities are supervised and age appropriate.

The Loft: designed exclusively for teens (13 - 17) to have fun, socialize and hang out with people their own age.

Dining


Enjoy exquisite dining across a range of venues on Holland America Line cruises

We invite you to dine "As You Wish" To savor Italian cuisine one night and a perfectly grilled porterhouse steak the next. To take your place in the Dining Room at a specific seating time or be spontaneous, following your desires. On board, there are restaurants to suit every mood, along with the flexibility to choose the dining style you prefer.


The Pinnacle Grill

Refined and luxurious, romantic and intimate, the Pinnacle Grill represents the pinnacle of exceptional dining. Make reservations for an intimate meal graced by luxurious appointments such as Bvlgari china, Riedel stemware and Frette linens.


Canaletto Restaurant

"Spartire" is the Italian word for sharing; our new menu is designed around this authentic Italian experience and offers a variety of dishes to enjoy and share with family and friends.


Tamarind Restaurant

Aboard the ms Eurodam and ms Nieuw Amsterdam, enjoy the Tamarind for food evoking the rich culinary traditions of Southeast Asian, China and Japan.


Main Dining

The two-tiered Dining Room with its sea views, white linens, sparkling crystal and Rosenthal china, elevates each dining occasion. Whether you choose a pre-set seating and dining time or the freedom each evening to dine "As You Wish".


Lido Restaurant

Lido Restaurant offers relaxed dining featuring a variety of selections. Breakfasts feature pancakes, fresh fruit, omelets and more. Lunch, choices include sushi, pizza, gourmet sandwiches and an extensive salad bar. In the evening, enjoy entrees from both the Lido and the main Dining Room.

Activities

Onboard activities abound, including exclusive BBC Earth Experiences: learn about the ocean and natural world through amazing concerts, films, shows, and children's activities. Hone video-editing, movie-making, and scrapbook skills in the Digital Workshop powered by Windows, rejuvenate at our Greenhouse Spa, go to a wine tasting or simply relax and unwind.

Activities offered on Maasdam:

  • Zodiac Tours
  • BBC Earth Experiences
  • Digital Workshop, powered by Windows
  • Greenhouse Spa & Salon
  • HAL Navigator
  • Culinary Experiences
  • Club HAL and The Loft
  • Two swimming pools
  • Cultural Performances
  • Fitness Center
  • Explore with Experts
  • The Oprah Magazine
  • Basketball & Volleyball courts
  • The Shops of Holland America Line

Entertainment


Spectacular Shows, Live Music, Diverse Lounges, Movies and Casino Gaming

Evenings on board glitter with choices. Arrive in a lounge to the strains of a lively dance band. Take in a thrilling show on stage. Share a martini flight in Mix; sing along in the Piano Bar. Stay up late into the night.

Dancing with the Stars: At Sea

Whether you like to Tango or Quickstep, or enjoy watching sizzling dance performances, you can experience the excitement of ABC's hit show Dancing with the Stars: At Sea on board Holland America Line.

Cruise guests can learn the steps, meet the stars, and join the fun. Six feature theme cruises offer an in depth Dancing with the Stars: At Sea experience with dance lessons from the pros, a question-and-answer session, photo opportunities and a dazzling production with the stars and glamorous costuming from the show.

In addition to the theme cruises, all 15 ships in the Holland America Line fleet will feature exclusive Dancing with the Stars: At Sea dance lessons developed by the show's professionals and lead by the onboard dance team. Select guests from these classes will be invited to dance center stage in the show lounge in an exciting dance-off performance.

BB King's Blues Club

Due to the tremendous popularity of the B.B. King's Blues Club on ms Eurodam, Holland America Line is pleased to welcome B.B. King's Blues Club to the ms Westerdam, ms Zuiderdam, ms Noordam, and ms Nieuw Amsterdam. Join these world-class musicians as they create a dynamic energy that will move you to sing and dance along.

Service


On Holland America Line cruises, your every wish is our pleasure to fulfill

Always at the heart of the Holland America cruise experience is our warm and award-winning style of service that is never in the way and never out of reach. We sail with nearly one crew member for every two guests, providing the intuitive, gracious service that has long defined classic cruising. Our extensive onboard services, from special dining requests to full service laundry and dry cleaning services, are designed with your comfort and convenience in mind. Our specially trained crew takes pride in anticipating and fulfilling your every wish. From our waiters and bartenders to our chefs and wine experts, our spa technicians and fitness instructors to our officers and housekeeping staff, everyone is dedicated to providing you with the gracious and personalized service that will make your cruise vacation memorable. On board the ships of Holland America Line you'll discover a cruise experience that is modern, fresh and appealing - in an ambiance that is timeless and refined.

Ship Facts
  • Entered Service: 1993
  • Ship's Registry: The Netherlands
  • Passenger capacity: 1,258
  • Gross Tonnage: 62,735 grt.
  • Length: 719 feet
  • Beam: 105.8 feet
  • Maximum speed: 22.5 knots
Decks
Stateroom Symbol Legend
  • Stateroom Symbol Legend
  • Connecting rooms
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Fully accessible, roll-in shower only
  • 2 lower beds or converts to 1 queen-size
  • Fully accessible with with single side approach to the bed.
  • Fully obstructed view
  • Partial sea view
  • Shower Only
  • Bathtub and shower
  • Triple (2 lower beds, 1 sofa bed)
  • Quad (2 lower beds, 1 sofa bed, 1 upper)
  • Ambulatory accessible
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Sports Deck

Choose your cabin on Sports Deck
Destination
Australia
Cruising to Australia gives you the opportunity to enjoy a wide range of pleasures. From the Sydney Opera House to the Great Barrier Reef, you can see a variety of sites and sounds that range from metropolis to wilderness. Few locations on earth give you the opportunity to scuba dive in the world''s largest coral reef and go on a shopping spree the same week. Most sailings leave from Sydney or Auckland, New Zealand. Cruises in Australia may visit Hobart, Melbourne, Sydney, or destinations around the continent and New Zealand.
Ports of Call
Sydney, Australia
City Sydney

Sydney is Australia''s showcase: the oldest settlement, the largest and most thriving city, the cultural melting pot. It curves around idyllic Port Jackson, where sandstone cliffs and bright islands complement the Opera House and Harbor Bridge. Wander the cobbled colonial streets of the historic Rocks quarter, or tour the mansions of Watson''s Bay.

Brisbane, Australia

Nestled between the Gold Coast to the south and the Sunshine Coast to the north, laid-back Brisbane makes the most of its magnificent beaches, offering an ideal blend of Aussie ease and urban energy. Wander in the lush Botanical Gardens, shop in the Queen Street Mall, or enjoy the countless cafes and restaurants along the banks of the Brisbane River.

Gladstone, Australia
City Gladstone

Alotau, Papua New Guinea
City Alotau

Kiriwina Island, Trobriand Islands, Papua New Guin

Kitava, Trobriand Islands, Papua New Guinea

Cairns, Australia
City Cairns

The Great Barrier Reef city of Cairns is the northernmost city of Queensland and is located amidst endless stretches of white sandy beach, attracting visitors from around the world. Although Cairns is the scuba-diving capital of the Great Barrier Reef, you can also wander along the Esplanade, with its remarkable views over Trinity Bay, or explore the Heritage Walk with its fascinating insights into the city's history.

Townsville, Australia

Airlie Beach

Moreton Island, Australia

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