Nieuw Statendam: 14-Night Cruise from Dover (London) - October 2, 2026

You'll have 8 hours hours to explore Rotterdam, The Netherlands, from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM - a solid full day ashore. That's enough for 2-3 attractions and a sit-down lunch without rushing. Tackle the most distant spot first, then work your way back toward the port. Rotterdam is ideal for those who appreciate a cosmopolitan vibe, innovative architecture, and a city shaped by both tradition and creativity.

Your ship arrives in Santa Cruz de La Palma, Spain at 10:00 AM, one of the most common arrival windows. If you've booked a morning excursion, aim to be among the first off. If your plans are flexible, waiting 30-45 minutes lets the initial wave pass. Explore the cobblestone streets lined with colorful buildings, historic churches, and boutique shops.

With 15 hours hours in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands - from 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM - you have a full day ashore with room to breathe. Go beyond the typical tourist stops: neighborhoods, local dining, and cultural sites that most cruise visitors never reach. Leave time for unstructured wandering. The balance of cultural experiences, coastal charm, and culinary delights makes Santa Cruz a captivating stop on any Canary Islands cruise.

The Nieuw Statendam will be offloading over 2,000 passengers into Las Palmas, Gran Canaria, Canary Islands. A ship-arranged shore excursion is the smoothest way to bypass terminal congestion - these groups often get priority disembarkation. Vegueta is the historic heart of Las Palmas, with narrow streets, colorful buildings, and key landmarks like the Cathedral of Santa Ana.

Your ship arrives in Lanzarote, Canary Islands, Spain at 8:00 AM, one of the most common arrival windows. If you've booked a morning excursion, aim to be among the first off. If your plans are flexible, waiting 30-45 minutes lets the initial wave pass. Timanfaya National Park features stunning volcanic landscapes formed by eruptions in the eighteenth century.

You'll have 9 hours hours to explore Lisbon, Portugal, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM - a solid full day ashore. That's enough for 2-3 attractions and a sit-down lunch without rushing. Tackle the most distant spot first, then work your way back toward the port. Wear comfortable walking shoes for hilly streets and cobblestones.

Your cruise ends in Dover (London), England, where the Nieuw Statendam is scheduled to dock at 7:00 AM. With over 2,000 passengers, disembarkation groups are called over a one to two hour window - once your group is called, you'll be off in about 15 minutes. Self-assist lets you walk off first. Book your flight at least five hours after the ship's scheduled arrival. Perched high above the harbor, Dover Castle is one of the most important fortresses in England.