Ventura’s Amsterdam calls work differently from every other ship. The P&O Cruises vessel arrives in the late afternoon, usually 17:15, and does not leave until 23:59 the following night. That is an overnight in the city: a full evening, a night on board at the quay, and an entire second day.
For her 3,106 guests this means Amsterdam by night, canals lit up, dinner ashore if you want it, and none of the usual shore-day time pressure.
Ship Facts
| Cruise line | P&O Cruises |
| Length | 289 metres |
| Decks | 18 |
| Guests | 3,106 |
| Flag | Bermuda |
| Dutch terminal | Passenger Terminal Amsterdam (PTA), Piet Heinkade 27 |
Upcoming Calls in the Netherlands
All confirmed Ventura calls at Amsterdam, from the official Cruise Port Amsterdam calendar. See the full Amsterdam ship schedule for all ships.
| Date | Port | Arrival | Departure |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sat 4 Apr 2026 | Amsterdam PTA | 20:00 | 6 Apr 17:30 |
| Sat 18 Apr 2026 | Rotterdam | 07:00 | 17:00 |
| Mon 27 Apr 2026 | Rotterdam | 07:00 | 17:00 |
| Sun 3 May 2026 | Rotterdam | 07:00 | 17:00 |
| Sun 10 May 2026 | Rotterdam | 07:00 | 17:00 |
| Sun 17 May 2026 | Rotterdam | 07:00 | 17:00 |
| Sun 24 May 2026 | Rotterdam | 07:00 | 17:00 |
| Sun 31 May 2026 | Rotterdam | 07:00 | 17:00 |
| Sun 7 Jun 2026 | Rotterdam | 07:00 | 17:00 |
| Wed 10 Jun 2026 | Amsterdam PTA | 17:15 | 11 Jun 23:59 |
| Sun 14 Jun 2026 | Rotterdam | 07:00 | 17:00 |
| Sun 21 Jun 2026 | Rotterdam | 07:00 | 17:00 |
| Sun 28 Jun 2026 | Rotterdam | 07:00 | 17:00 |
| Wed 8 Jul 2026 | Amsterdam PTA | 17:15 | 9 Jul 23:59 |
| Wed 2 Sep 2026 | Amsterdam PTA | 17:15 | 3 Sep 23:59 |
| Sat 14 Nov 2026 | Amsterdam PTA | 17:15 | 15 Nov 22:30 |
| Tue 9 Feb 2027 | Amsterdam PTA | 17:00 | 10 Feb 22:30 |
| Wed 9 Jun 2027 | Amsterdam PTA | 17:15 | 10 Jun 23:59 |
| Sun 22 Aug 2027 | Amsterdam PTA | 17:15 | 23 Aug 23:59 |
| Mon 13 Dec 2027 | Amsterdam PTA | 08:00 | 14 Dec 17:30 |
| Wed 29 Mar 2028 | Amsterdam PTA | 08:00 | 19:00 |
Your Time Ashore
Split the visit in two. The arrival evening is for atmosphere: walk the ten minutes to Centraal, drift into the canal ring as the lights come on, and eat dinner in the city; the ship is steps away when you are done. Save all booked attractions for day two, when you have a full uninterrupted day.
The November 2026 and February 2027 calls are worth a special note: they fall in Amsterdam Light Festival season territory and the dark evenings make the illuminated canals the main event.
- Evening one: a candlelight or evening canal cruise via GetYourGuide beats any daytime tour for atmosphere.
- Day two: pre-book the big three with timed tickets on Tiqets; you can take the first morning slots without rushing.
- December 2027 call runs 08:00 to 17:30 the next day, perfect for Christmas markets; see our Amsterdam guide.
- Night owls: all-aboard on departure day is near midnight, so an evening meal ashore on day two is realistic as well.
FAQ
Does Ventura stay overnight in Amsterdam
Yes. On most calls Ventura arrives around 17:15 and departs at 23:59 the next day, giving passengers an evening, a night at the quay and a full second day in the city.
Where does Ventura dock in Amsterdam
At the Passenger Terminal Amsterdam (PTA), Piet Heinkade 27, a ten-minute walk from Amsterdam Centraal station. The city centre is easily reachable on foot even in the evening.
Is it safe to explore Amsterdam in the evening
The centre of Amsterdam is busy and well-lit into the late evening, and the walk between the terminal and Centraal station is along a main waterfront route. Normal city awareness applies, nothing more.
Call data: official port calendars of Rotterdam, Amsterdam and IJmuiden. Last updated 28 August 2026. Times are indicative; always verify with the cruise line.