About Gladstone
As the gateway town to the Southern Great Barrier Reef, Queensland's Gladstone is a favourite with visitors who love the aquatic life. It's easy to visit the natural wonder of the reef from Gladstone, with fewer crowds and direct access from the shore enhancing the unforgettable experience. Most visitors rate this stop as the highlight of their cruise, whether they swim, snorkel or scuba dive.
Daytrips from Gladstone to Heron Island and Lady Musgrave Island give a tantalising taste of what makes Queensland's tropical islands so special, with castaway fantasies served up with plenty of local gourmet food and wine.
If you're staying close to the port, a range of dining and entertainment options is on offer around the foreshore precinct. Markets, which are set up whenever a ship visits, are much better than average, so shoppers should not miss this opportunity to pick up good quality souvenirs or enjoy the live music.
Gladstone has friendly Cruise Welcome Ambassadors to greet passengers and provide a handy guide full of maps and local information.
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Day 1: Auckland
Day 3: Gisborne
Day 4: Napier
Day 5: Wellington
Day 6: Akaroa
Day 7: Dunedin
Day 11: Burnie
Day 12: Melbourne
Day 14: Sydney
Day 17: Brisbane
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Day 1Auckland
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Day 2Paihia
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Day 3Gisborne
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Day 4Napier
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Day 5Wellington
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Day 6Akaroa
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Day 7Dunedin
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Day 8Cruising
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Day 8Milford Sound
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Day 9Cruising
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Day 10Cruising
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Day 11Burnie
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Day 12Melbourne
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Day 13Cruising
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Day 14Sydney (Australia)
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Day 15Sydney (Australia)
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Day 16Cruising
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Day 17Brisbane
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Day 18Mooloolaba
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Day 19Gladstone
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Day 20Cruising (Coral Sea)
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Day 21Cairns
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Day 22Cooktown
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Day 23Cruising (Coral Sea)
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Day 24Thursday Island
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Day 25Torres Strait
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Day 26Cruising (Arafura Sea)
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Day 27Darwin
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Day 28Cruising (Timor Sea)
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Day 29Komodo Island
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Day 30Bali
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Day 31Bali
Ship DetailsSeven Seas Explorer - Regent Seven Seas Cruises
Pros
Gorgeously decorated ship; emphasis on fine dining and intuitive service
Cons
Ship action slows at night, and entertainment needs refining
Bottom Line
The ship offers an inclusive and completely luxurious experience
ReviewsSeven Seas Explorer Reviews
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Day 1: Brisbane
Day 2: Mooloolaba
Day 3: Gladstone
Day 6: Honiara
Day 7: Gizo
Day 8: Rabaul
Day 17: Komodo Island
Day 18: Bali
Day 23: Singapore
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Day 1Brisbane
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Day 2Mooloolaba
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Day 3Gladstone
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Day 4Cruising
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Day 5Cruising
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Day 6Honiara
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Day 7Gizo
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Day 8Rabaul
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Day 9Rabaul
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Day 10Cruising
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Day 11Madang
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Day 12Wewak
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Day 13Cruising
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Day 14Cruising
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Day 15Ternate
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Day 16Cruising
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Day 17Komodo Island
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Day 18Bali
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Day 19Bali
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Day 20Cruising
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Day 21Semarang
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Day 22Cruising
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Day 23Singapore
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Day 24Singapore
Ship DetailsCrystal Serenity - Crystal Cruises
Pros
Extensive enrichment and entertainment, inclusive fares, top-notch service.
Cons
Can feel clubby with many older, repeat passengers.
Bottom Line
You'll be pampered but never bored on luxury's largest ship.
ReviewsCrystal Serenity Reviews
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Day 1: Singapore
Day 13: Madang
Day 15: Alotau
Day 16: Gladstone
Day 20: Sydney
Day 23: Noumea
Day 24: Mare
Day 25: Mystery Island
Day 27: Dravuni Island
Day 29: Pago Pago
44 NightCruise to GladstoneLeaving:SingaporeVisiting:Cruise Line:Holland America LineHide Cruise InfoItineraryCruise Itinerary
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Day 1Singapore
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Day 2Cruising
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Day 3Bintulu
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Day 4Cruising
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Day 5Puerto Princesa
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Day 6Coron
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Day 7Cruising
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Day 8Cruising
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Day 9Cruising
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Day 10Cruising
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Day 11Jayapura
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Day 12Cruising
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Day 13Madang
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Day 14Cruising
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Day 15Alotau
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Day 16Gladstone
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Day 17Cruising
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Day 18Cruising
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Day 19Cruising
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Day 20Sydney (Australia)
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Day 21Cruising
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Day 22Cruising
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Day 23Noumea
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Day 24Mare
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Day 25Mystery Island
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Day 26Cruising
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Day 27Dravuni Island
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Day 28Savusavu
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Day 29Cruising
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Day 29Pago Pago
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Day 30Cruising
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Day 31Equator (Cruising)
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Day 32Cruising
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Day 33Cruising
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Day 34Cruising
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Day 35Honolulu
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Day 36Maui
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Day 37Hilo
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Day 38Cruising
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Day 39Cruising
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Day 40Cruising
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Day 41Cruising
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Day 42Cruising
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Day 43Cruising
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Day 44San Diego
Ship DetailsMaasdam - Holland America Line
Pros
Intimate atmosphere pairs well with unique itineraries
Cons
Shows signs of age in some areas
Bottom Line
Excellent value for those who prefer a mid-sized ship
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Day 1: Sydney
Day 3: Brisbane
Day 4: Mooloolaba
Day 5: Gladstone
Day 7: Cairns
Day 8: Cooktown
Day 10: Thursday Island
Day 13: Darwin
Day 15: Komodo Island
Day 16: Bali
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Day 1Sydney (Australia)
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Day 2Cruising
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Day 3Brisbane
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Day 4Mooloolaba
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Day 5Gladstone
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Day 6Cruising (Coral Sea)
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Day 7Cairns
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Day 8Cooktown
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Day 9Cruising (Coral Sea)
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Day 10Thursday Island
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Day 11Torres Strait
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Day 12Cruising (Arafura Sea)
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Day 13Darwin
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Day 14Cruising (Timor Sea)
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Day 15Komodo Island
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Day 16Bali
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Day 17Bali
Ship DetailsSeven Seas Explorer - Regent Seven Seas Cruises
Pros
Gorgeously decorated ship; emphasis on fine dining and intuitive service
Cons
Ship action slows at night, and entertainment needs refining
Bottom Line
The ship offers an inclusive and completely luxurious experience
ReviewsSeven Seas Explorer Reviews
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Day 1: Sydney
Day 3: Brisbane
Day 4: Mooloolaba
Day 5: Gladstone
Day 7: Cairns
Day 8: Cooktown
Day 10: Thursday Island
Day 13: Darwin
Day 15: Komodo Island
Day 16: Bali
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Day 1Sydney (Australia)
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Day 2Cruising
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Day 3Brisbane
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Day 4Mooloolaba
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Day 5Gladstone
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Day 6Cruising (Coral Sea)
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Day 7Cairns
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Day 8Cooktown
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Day 9Cruising (Coral Sea)
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Day 10Thursday Island
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Day 11Torres Strait
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Day 12Cruising (Arafura Sea)
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Day 13Darwin
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Day 14Cruising (Timor Sea)
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Day 15Komodo Island
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Day 16Bali
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Day 17Bali
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Day 18Cruising (Java Sea)
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Day 19Jakarta
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Day 20Cruising (Java Sea)
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Day 21Cruising (Java Sea)
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Day 22Penang
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Day 23Kelang (Kuala Lumpur)
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Day 24Singapore
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Day 25Singapore
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Day 26Cruising
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Day 27Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)
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Day 28Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)
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Day 29Cruising
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Day 30Bangkok (Laem Chabang)
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Day 31Bangkok (Laem Chabang)
Ship DetailsSeven Seas Explorer - Regent Seven Seas Cruises
Pros
Gorgeously decorated ship; emphasis on fine dining and intuitive service
Cons
Ship action slows at night, and entertainment needs refining
Bottom Line
The ship offers an inclusive and completely luxurious experience
ReviewsSeven Seas Explorer Reviews
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Port Taxes & Fees
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Kids Club
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Shore Excursions
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Wi-Fi
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Spa Services
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Select DiningMain dining room and/or buffet
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Specialty Alternative Dining
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Room Service
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Butler Service
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Basic DrinksStill water, coffee, and tea
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Soft DrinksSoda and Juice
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AlcoholBeer, wine, and spirits
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Specialty Coffee DrinksIncluding smoothies and blended drinks
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Specialty Fitness Classes
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Day 1: Singapore
Day 3: Malacca
Day 4: Penang
Day 5: Phuket
Day 15: Colombo
Day 19: Langkawi
Day 20: Kelang
Day 33: Madang
Day 35: Alotau
Day 36: Gladstone
39 NightCruise to GladstoneHide Cruise InfoItinerary
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Day 1Singapore
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Day 2Singapore
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Day 3Malacca
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Day 4Penang
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Day 5Phuket
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Day 6Cruising
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Day 7Cruising
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Day 8Cruising
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Day 9Trincomalee
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Day 10Hambantota
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Day 11Cruising
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Day 12Maldives
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Day 13Maldives
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Day 14Cruising
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Day 15Colombo
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Day 16Cruising
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Day 17Cruising
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Day 18Cruising
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Day 19Langkawi
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Day 20Kelang (Kuala Lumpur)
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Day 21Singapore
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Day 22Cruising
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Day 23Bintulu
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Day 24Cruising
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Day 25Puerto Princesa
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Day 26Coron
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Day 27Cruising
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Day 28Cruising
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Day 29Cruising
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Day 30Cruising
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Day 31Jayapura
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Day 32Cruising
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Day 33Madang
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Day 34Cruising
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Day 35Alotau
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Day 36Gladstone
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Day 37Cruising
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Day 38Cruising
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Day 39Cruising
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Day 40Sydney (Australia)
Ship DetailsMaasdam - Holland America Line
Pros
Intimate atmosphere pairs well with unique itineraries
Cons
Shows signs of age in some areas
Bottom Line
Excellent value for those who prefer a mid-sized ship
ReviewsMaasdam Reviews
View All PricesLoading...Fare IncludesWhat’s included in My Cruise Fare?
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CabinRoom with bed and private bathroom
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Port Taxes & Fees
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Service Gratuities
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Most Onboard Entertainment
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Kids Club
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Shore Excursions
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Wi-Fi
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Spa Services
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Select DiningMain dining room and/or buffet
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Specialty Alternative Dining
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Room Service
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Butler Service
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Basic DrinksStill water, coffee, and tea
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Soft DrinksSoda and Juice
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AlcoholBeer, wine, and spirits
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Specialty Coffee DrinksIncluding smoothies and blended drinks
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Specialty Fitness Classes
** inclusions in your cruise fare are based on Cruise Critic’s editorial expertise and not provided by the individual cruise lines. When you book with one of our cruise partners, please be sure to check their site for a full disclosure of all applicable fees. Cruise Critic does not guarantee any specific rates, prices, or amenities included in the fare. Inclusion items in the fare may change at any time and fees may apply for additional items.
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