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title: "Sapphire Horizon Escape – Amber Cove & Grand Turk"
url: https://cruisello.com/cruises/sapphire-horizon-escape-amber-cove-grand-turk~HAL-ZUIDERDAM-20271223-7
description: "7-night Holland America Line cruise on Zuiderdam"
image: https://cruisello.com/api/og/cruise/fb559e1bc528ad37.jpg
---

# Sapphire Horizon Escape – Amber Cove & Grand Turk

![Route map: 7 nights round trip from Fort Lauderdale on Zuiderdam](https://cruisello.com/api/og/cruise/fb559e1bc528ad37.jpg)

A 7-night round trip from Fort Lauderdale, sailing on the afternoon of 23 December. It calls at Half Moon Cay, Grand Turk Island, Puerto Plata (Amber Cove) and Nassau, with two days at sea along the way. The stops are in the Bahamas, the Turks & Caicos Islands and the Dominican Republic, and calls last 8 to 9 hours. Typical highs for the time of year run from 25°C in Half Moon Cay to 28°C in Puerto Plata (Amber Cove) (77 to 82°F). You're back in Fort Lauderdale on the morning of 30 December. Christmas Day is spent at sea. Zuiderdam (2002) carries up to 1,970 guests on 11 decks and has 7 restaurants, 5 of them included in the fare.

## Overview

- **Cruise Line:** [Holland America Line](https://cruisello.com/cruise-lines/holland-america-line.md)
- **Ship:** [Zuiderdam](https://cruisello.com/cruise-lines/holland-america-line/zuiderdam.md)
- **Duration:** 7 nights
- **Departure:** 2027-12-23
- **Return:** 2027-12-30
- **From:** [Fort Lauderdale, United States](https://cruisello.com/destinations/us-canada-east-coast/fort-lauderdale.md)

## Itinerary

| Day | Port | Country | Arrival | Departure | Weather |
|------|------|------|------|------|------|
| 1 | [Fort Lauderdale](https://cruisello.com/destinations/us-canada-east-coast/fort-lauderdale.md) | US |  | 16:00 | 20–25°C |
| 2 | [Half Moon Cay](https://cruisello.com/destinations/bahamas/half-moon-cay.md) | BS | 09:00 | 17:00 | 23–25°C |
| 4 | [Grand Turk Island](https://cruisello.com/destinations/caribbean/grand-turk-island.md) | TC | 08:00 | 17:00 | 24–28°C |
| 5 | [Puerto Plata (Amber Cove)](https://cruisello.com/destinations/caribbean/puerto-plata-amber-cove.md) | DO | 08:00 | 17:00 | 24–28°C |
| 7 | [Nassau](https://cruisello.com/destinations/bahamas/nassau.md) | BS | 08:00 | 17:00 | 23–25°C |
| 8 | [Fort Lauderdale](https://cruisello.com/destinations/us-canada-east-coast/fort-lauderdale.md) | US | 07:00 |  | 20–25°C |

## Cabin Prices

Every fare includes your cabin, all your meals, and the ship's entertainment and facilities. 2 of this ship's 7 restaurants cost extra.

### 1 Guest

| Cabin Type | Category | Total | Per Person | Included | Not included | Book |
|------|------|------|------|------|------|------|
| Inside | Inside | €2,243 | €2,243 | Tap water | Tips | [Book →](https://cruisello.com/go/HAL-ZUIDERDAM-20271223-7.md?pid=26052cfd-f9e8-4589-a6cc-283faeb53c7f) |
| Oceanview | Ocean View | €2,683 | €2,683 | Tap water | Tips | [Book →](https://cruisello.com/go/HAL-ZUIDERDAM-20271223-7.md?pid=08a96fb4-d447-499b-8648-a238416e774d) |
| Balcony | Verandah | €3,423 | €3,423 | Tap water | Tips | [Book →](https://cruisello.com/go/HAL-ZUIDERDAM-20271223-7.md?pid=8d7100d4-9748-4a0a-a220-67b0a1a28342) |
| Suite | Vista Suite | €5,683 | €5,683 | Tap water | Tips | [Book →](https://cruisello.com/go/HAL-ZUIDERDAM-20271223-7.md?pid=e3a5c402-3348-4f4f-a652-67818cf65fcd) |

Also available to buy on board: Alcohol, Soft drinks, Wi-Fi, Excursions.

**Tap water:** Filtered water is free in the dining rooms and at the Lido buffet. Only bottled water costs extra.

**Tips:** Holland America adds a daily Crew Appreciation charge to your onboard account, US$18 per guest per day in a stateroom and US$20 in a suite. It is not in this price and can be adjusted at guest services on board.

### 2 Guests

| Cabin Type | Category | Total | Per Person | Included | Not included | Book |
|------|------|------|------|------|------|------|
| Inside | Inside | €2,468 | €1,234 | Tap water | Tips | [Book →](https://cruisello.com/go/HAL-ZUIDERDAM-20271223-7.md?pid=05bd9a23-1375-4232-ac5c-44f133a6c1d8) |
| Oceanview | Ocean View | €2,908 | €1,454 | Tap water | Tips | [Book →](https://cruisello.com/go/HAL-ZUIDERDAM-20271223-7.md?pid=7b171baa-f753-45f2-988f-871284a0e22b) |
| Balcony | Verandah | €3,648 | €1,824 | Tap water | Tips | [Book →](https://cruisello.com/go/HAL-ZUIDERDAM-20271223-7.md?pid=1dce0f77-9abc-4e9a-ab52-623704ef61dd) |
| Suite | Signature Suite | €5,908 | €2,954 | Tap water | Tips | [Book →](https://cruisello.com/go/HAL-ZUIDERDAM-20271223-7.md?pid=7863ad00-1eef-4703-881f-d5824fc9eb7c) |
| Deluxe | Neptune Suite | €7,728 | €3,864 | Tap water | Tips | [Book →](https://cruisello.com/go/HAL-ZUIDERDAM-20271223-7.md?pid=de998363-a7cb-459d-986e-49bea2f8429f) |

Also available to buy on board: Alcohol, Soft drinks, Wi-Fi, Excursions.

**Tap water:** Filtered water is free in the dining rooms and at the Lido buffet. Only bottled water costs extra.

**Tips:** Holland America adds a daily Crew Appreciation charge to your onboard account, US$18 per guest per day in a stateroom and US$20 in a suite. It is not in this price and can be adjusted at guest services on board.

### 3 Guests

| Cabin Type | Category | Total | Per Person | Included | Not included | Book |
|------|------|------|------|------|------|------|
| Inside | Inside | €3,257 | €1,086 | Tap water | Tips | [Book →](https://cruisello.com/go/HAL-ZUIDERDAM-20271223-7.md?pid=62eeecb9-dc2d-452a-a988-a0751a9d4cc7) |
| Oceanview | Ocean View | €3,587 | €1,196 | Tap water | Tips | [Book →](https://cruisello.com/go/HAL-ZUIDERDAM-20271223-7.md?pid=75493949-874a-4719-90cc-ba2ede022679) |
| Balcony | Verandah | €4,617 | €1,539 | Tap water | Tips | [Book →](https://cruisello.com/go/HAL-ZUIDERDAM-20271223-7.md?pid=ee93ba2a-8b2c-4341-bfc0-1b95e49f1780) |
| Suite | Vista Suite | €6,767 | €2,256 | Tap water | Tips | [Book →](https://cruisello.com/go/HAL-ZUIDERDAM-20271223-7.md?pid=418aa578-f81c-48b6-aca8-21dc1f135a51) |

Also available to buy on board: Alcohol, Soft drinks, Wi-Fi, Excursions.

**Tap water:** Filtered water is free in the dining rooms and at the Lido buffet. Only bottled water costs extra.

**Tips:** Holland America adds a daily Crew Appreciation charge to your onboard account, US$18 per guest per day in a stateroom and US$20 in a suite. It is not in this price and can be adjusted at guest services on board.

### 4 Guests

| Cabin Type | Category | Total | Per Person | Included | Not included | Book |
|------|------|------|------|------|------|------|
| Inside | Inside | €3,886 | €972 | Tap water | Tips | [Book →](https://cruisello.com/go/HAL-ZUIDERDAM-20271223-7.md?pid=02a560c6-cc05-49b9-8b81-4b3cbf6e18f8) |
| Oceanview | Ocean View | €4,446 | €1,112 | Tap water | Tips | [Book →](https://cruisello.com/go/HAL-ZUIDERDAM-20271223-7.md?pid=4a0b41e3-6a17-4636-b765-d26301c0a747) |
| Balcony | Verandah | €5,586 | €1,397 | Tap water | Tips | [Book →](https://cruisello.com/go/HAL-ZUIDERDAM-20271223-7.md?pid=1317991a-9f66-4d42-a8b2-4e838da97f1b) |
| Suite | Vista Suite | €9,446 | €2,362 | Tap water | Tips | [Book →](https://cruisello.com/go/HAL-ZUIDERDAM-20271223-7.md?pid=3001909f-23ee-4baf-8028-68b136221955) |

Also available to buy on board: Alcohol, Soft drinks, Wi-Fi, Excursions.

**Tap water:** Filtered water is free in the dining rooms and at the Lido buffet. Only bottled water costs extra.

**Tips:** Holland America adds a daily Crew Appreciation charge to your onboard account, US$18 per guest per day in a stateroom and US$20 in a suite. It is not in this price and can be adjusted at guest services on board.

## Price History (2 guests)

### EUR

| Date | Inside | Oceanview | Balcony | Suite | Deluxe |
|------|------|------|------|------|------|
| 2026-09-11 | €2,468 | €2,908 | €3,648 | €5,908 | €7,728 |
| 2026-09-12 | €2,468 | €2,908 | €3,648 | €5,908 | €7,728 |
| 2026-09-13 | €2,468 | €2,908 | €3,648 | €5,908 | €7,728 |
| 2026-09-14 | €2,468 | €2,908 | €3,648 | €5,908 | €7,728 |
| 2026-09-15 | €2,468 | €2,908 | €3,648 | €5,908 | €7,728 |
| 2026-09-16 | €2,468 | €2,908 | €3,648 | €5,908 | €7,728 |
| 2026-09-17 | €2,468 | €2,908 | €3,648 | €5,908 | €7,728 |
| 2026-09-18 | €2,468 | €2,908 | €3,648 | €5,908 | €7,728 |
| 2026-09-19 | €2,468 | €2,908 | €3,648 | €5,908 | €7,728 |
| 2026-09-20 | €2,468 | €2,908 | €3,648 | €5,908 | €7,728 |
| 2026-09-21 | €2,468 | €2,908 | €3,648 | €5,908 | €7,728 |
| 2026-09-22 | €2,468 | €2,908 | €3,648 | €5,908 | €7,728 |
| 2026-09-23 | €2,468 | €2,908 | €3,648 | €5,908 | €7,728 |
| 2026-09-24 | €2,468 | €2,908 | €3,648 | €5,908 | €7,728 |
| 2026-09-25 | €2,468 | €2,908 | €3,648 | €5,908 | €7,728 |
| 2026-09-26 | €2,468 | €2,908 | €3,648 | €5,908 | €7,728 |
| 2026-09-27 | €2,468 | €2,908 | €3,648 | €5,908 | €7,728 |
| 2026-09-28 | €2,468 | €2,908 | €3,648 | €5,908 | €7,728 |
| 2026-09-29 | €2,468 | €2,908 | €3,648 | €5,908 | €7,728 |
| 2026-09-30 | €2,468 | €2,908 | €3,648 | €5,908 | €7,728 |
| 2026-10-01 | €2,468 | €2,908 | €3,648 | €5,908 | €7,728 |
| 2026-10-02 | €2,468 | €2,908 | €3,648 | €5,908 | €7,728 |
| 2026-10-03 | €2,468 | €2,908 | €3,648 | €5,908 | €7,728 |
| 2026-10-04 | €2,468 | €2,908 | €3,648 | €5,908 | €7,728 |
| 2026-10-05 | €2,468 | €2,908 | €3,648 | €5,908 | €7,728 |

## Ship Details

- **Year Built:** 2002
- **Passengers:** 1,970
- **Crew:** 817
- **Gross Tonnage:** 82,820 GT
- **Decks:** 11
- **Length:** 285m
- **Beam:** 32m
- **Dining (total):** 7
- **Dining (included):** 5
- **Dining (surcharge):** 2

## Port Details

### [Fort Lauderdale](https://cruisello.com/destinations/us-canada-east-coast/fort-lauderdale.md)

*United States*

> Florida's sunny cruise capital

Avg dock time: 9.3h · Weather: 20–25°C

- Currency: US Dollar
- Languages: en
- Timezone: America/New_York

### [Half Moon Cay](https://cruisello.com/destinations/bahamas/half-moon-cay.md)

*Bahamas*

> A private crescent of Bahamian perfection

Avg dock time: 8h · Weather: 23–25°C

- Currency: Bahamian Dollar
- Languages: en
- Timezone: America/Nassau

### [Grand Turk Island](https://cruisello.com/destinations/caribbean/grand-turk-island.md)

*Turks and Caicos Islands*

> Where the shelf drops into the deep blue

Avg dock time: 8.7h · Weather: 24–28°C

- Currency: US Dollar
- Timezone: America/Grand_Turk

### [Puerto Plata (Amber Cove)](https://cruisello.com/destinations/caribbean/puerto-plata-amber-cove.md)

*Dominican Republic*

> Dominican amber and Atlantic waves

Avg dock time: 8.4h · Weather: 24–28°C

- Currency: DOP
- Languages: es
- Timezone: America/Santo_Domingo

### [Nassau](https://cruisello.com/destinations/bahamas/nassau.md)

*Bahamas*

> Colonial charm meets Caribbean colour

Avg dock time: 9.1h · Weather: 23–25°C

- Currency: Bahamian Dollar
- Languages: en
- Timezone: America/Nassau

## Before & After on This Ship

Prices are per person for 2 guests, in each fare's own currency.

|  | Cruise | Departure | Return | Nights | From |
|------|------|------|------|------|------|
| Previous | [Saltwind Lullaby – Bahamian Tides & Amber Cove](https://cruisello.com/cruises/saltwind-lullaby-bahamian-tides-amber-cove~HAL-ZUIDERDAM-20271211-12.md) | 2027-12-11 | 2027-12-23 | 12 | €1,449 |
| Next | [Verdant Voyages & Vibes – San Juan & Grand Turk](https://cruisello.com/cruises/verdant-voyages-vibes-san-juan-grand-turk~HAL-ZUIDERDAM-20271230-7.md) | 2027-12-30 | 2028-01-06 | 7 | €1,509 |

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