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Ryndam
18 Night Fjords &
Western Europe
Collectors' Voyage
Amsterdam to Barcelona

Ship: Ryndam
Cruise Line: Holland America Line
Departures:  11 August 2012
Duration: 18 Nights
Ports: Amsterdam, Oslo, Kristiansand, Stavanger, Lysefjord, Flaam, Vigo, Lisbon, Portimao, Cadiz, Seville, Tangier, Malaga, Valencia, Barcelona
Airport gateway (Arrival) : Amsterdam
Airport gateway (Departure) : Barcelona

Itinerary

* Ports of call may vary based on itinerary and departure dates selected

 

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Ports

Amsterdam

Take a boat ride along Amsterdam’s charming canals past sturdy old houses and under quaint bridges. Visit one of the city’s superb museums housing many of the Dutch Masters’ most outstanding works or learn about Anne Frank and the city’s Jewish heritage. Or, journey into the countryside and see historic windmills and the fascinating porcelain works in Delft.

Country - Netherlands
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 15kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

Places of Interest
Dam Square, Anne Frank's House, Volendam & Marken

Oslo

Oslo is the capital of Norway and is the natural hub of Norway’s national and international travel. The city is beautifully situated at the head of Oslo Fjord surrounded by forested ridges, and this very location gives Oslo unexpected qualities for a national capital.

Country - Norway
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 45kms
Currency - Kroner (NOK)

Places of Interest
Royal Palace, Frogner Park, City Hall

Kristiansand



Country - Norway
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from Port to Airport - 0kms
Currency - Norwegian Krone (NOK)

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Stavanger

Stavanger is blessed with history and natural beauty. It boasts an advantageous location on the southwestern coast with some of Norway's best weather. From the old port, the city radiates across a network of islands interlaced with graceful bridges.

Country - Norway
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 14kms
Currency - Kroner (NOK)

Places of Interest
Stavanger Cathedral, Canning Museum, Lysefjord

Flaam

Flåam is situated in the innermost part of the Aurlandsfjord surrounded by steep mountainsides, roaring waterfalls and deep valleys, Flåam is a paradise for everyone looking for a one-of-a-kind experience with nature.

 

Country - Norway
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 250kms
Currency - Kroner (NOK)

Places of Interest
The Flamsbanen, The White Caves, Aurland and Laerdal

Vigo

Located in the southwest corner of Spain known as Galacia, the densely populated city of Vigo receives more sunshine and less rainfall than the entire area's annual average. Ancient Romans enjoyed the mild climate and established the surrounding region as a bathing resort. Today, this coastal port city abounds with gardens, pinewoods and wild flowers in all seasons, and the inhabitants' Celtic roots are marked by folk legends and bagpipe celebrations.

Country - Spain
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 390kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

Places of Interest
Santiago de Compostela, El Castro, Calle Real

Lisbon

With over twenty centuries of history, this beautiful city boasts tile covered building façades and narrow Medieval streets, most of which still remain today. The port's strategic location brought about Portugal's great wave of exploration during the 15th century. Trade routes from the east brought rich and varied spices, textiles and foreign influences.

Country - Portugal
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 8kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

Places of Interest
St Jorge Castle, Praca do Comercio, Gulbenkian Museum

Portimao

This lively fishing port on Portugal’s sunny southern coast, the Algarve, is good for shopping – leather goods, handmade copper items, and beautiful painted porcelain are treasured finds. Or simply sit in the sun of one of Portimao’s outdoor cafes and enjoy an excellent lunch of fresh sardines (a local specialty) grilled quayside, washed down with superb local red wine.


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Cadiz

From Cadiz you can taste the sherries of Jerez and visit an Andalusian equestrian school, or drive through cork plantations to see the marvelous city of Seville with its Alcazar Royal Palace. Cadiz itself boasts a 13th-century cathedral and ancient castle walls.

Country - Spain
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 10kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

Places of Interest
Andalusian Equestrian School, Seville, Cadiz Castle

Seville

Spain's gateway to the Atlantic, Cadiz welcomes you to 3,000 years of history and to the nearby city of Seville, famed for its bullfights, flamenco and flower-filled patios. Columbus crossed the ocean blue from Andalusia, forever tying the Americas to Seville

Country - Spain
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 140kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

Places of Interest
Royal Alcazar, Cathedral of Seville

Tangier

Tangier is a city located in northern Morocco, on the North African coast where the Mediterranean meets the Atlantic. Tangier is famous for its beaches, cafes and gardens.

Country - Morocco
Distance from port to City - 2kms
Distance from port to Airport - 12kms
Currency - Moroccan Dirham (MAD)

Places of Interest
Place de France, The Grand Socco Markets, Mendoubia Gardens, Caves of Hercules

Malaga

Malaga is famous for its art galleries Museo Picasso, Malaga Fine arts museum, the Roman theatre and the  On the city outskirts you have the Alhambra Gardens and the charming resorts of Marbella and Puerto Banus

Country - Spain
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 8kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

Places of Interest
Castillo de Gibralfaro, Alcazaba, Picasso Birthplace

Barcelona

Explore Barcelona, the capital of Catalonia, and you’ll discover the ornately wrought works of Antonio Gaudi. A local architect, whose works culminate in the surrealistic spires of the yet to be finished Sagrada Familia. Take a stroll down the colourful Ramblas. Explore the Gothic Quarter. Ride a cable car to the summit of Montjuic. Or sample local wines and authentic tapas as you watch the hustle and bustle of daily life pass you by.

Country - Spain
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 12kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

Places of Interest
Las Ramblas, La Safrada Familia, Museo Picasso

 

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Cruise line info

Holland America Line

Holland America Line

With more than 130 years of experience, Holland America Line is recognised as the undisputed leader in the cruise industry's premium segment. With the introduction of the 1,918-passenger ms Noordam in early 2006, Holland America Line's fleet grows to 13 ships, offering nearly 500 cruises from more than 25 home ports. Itineraries range from two to 108 days and visit all seven continents, including new Australia/New Zealand and Asia sailings, a world cruise and popular sailings to several ports in the Caribbean, Alaska, Mexico and Europe. The ms Noordam also will offer Caribbean sailings in the winter from new homeport New York City.

Holland America Line's $225 million, fleetwide Signature of Excellence enhancements feature new programs and amenities including the Culinary Arts Center presented by Food & Wine magazine - a state-of-the-art onboard show kitchen where more than 60 celebrated guest chefs and culinary experts will provide cooking demonstrations and classes - Explorations Café powered by the New York Times, teens-only activity areas and all new cabin amenities highlighted by flat-panel TVs and plush-top Mariner's Dream Beds.

 

Ship info

Ryndam

With a Dutch worldwide exploration theme, the décor of the ms Ryndam features art and artifacts from the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries. Guests aboard this spacious ship encounter elegance at every turn - from a string quartet serenade in the splendid Rotterdam Dining Room to the two-deck Vermeer Show Lounge. At the heart of the ms Ryndam a three-story atrium features a monumental fountain created by sculptor Gilbert Lebigre in Pietrasanta, Italy. And with a gracious and unobtrusive crew, the superior service that is signature Holland America Line is never far away.

Dining

  • Rotterdam Dining Room
  • Pinnacle Grill
  • Lido Restaurant
Entertainment

  • Vermeer Lounge
  • Casino
  • Half Moon
  • Hudson Room
  • Queens Room
  • Wanjang Theatre & Culinary Arts Centre
  • Ocean Bar
  • Explorer's Lounge
  • Dolphin's Bar
  • Crow's Nest
  • Piano Bar
Onboard Activities

  • Lido Pool
  • Outdoor Pool
  • Tennis Court
  • Basketball Court
  • Health Spa
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Internet
  • Jacuzzis

Ship facts

Ship Details
Gross Tonnage
  55,451 Tonnes
Star Rating
  5 Star
Size/Style of Ship   Large/Luxury
Entered Service   Nov 1994
Registry   The Netherlands
Former Name   N/A
Length   219.30 metres
Beam   30.80 metres
Draft   7.5 Metres
Propulsion/Propellers   diesel-electric (34,560kW)/2
Maximum Cruising Speed (knots)   22
Passenger Capacity (twin)
  1,258
Crew   557
Nationality of Officers   Dutch
Nationality of Crew   International
Total Cabins   632
Total Inside cabins   131
Total Outside cabins   502
Cabin/Suites with Balcony   150
Wheelchair Accessible Cabins   6
Passenger Decks   10
Cabin Electricity
  110v and 220v
Elevators   8
Self-Service Laundry
  Yes
Onboard Currency (subject to change)   US Dollar

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