MS Nieuw Amsterdam - 9/29/2024
The September 29, 2024 cruise on the MS Nieuw Amsterdam departs from Vancouver, British Columbia. On this 28 Night Panama Canal & Eastern Caribbean (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 16 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The MS Nieuw Amsterdam sets sail on Sunday, Sep 29th and returns on Sunday, Oct 27th.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the MS Nieuw Amsterdam cruise ship departing September 29, 2024. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $2,689 ($97 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $2,369 ($85 per night), this represents a recent increase of 14%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
MS Nieuw Amsterdam - September 29, 2024 - 28 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sep 29th | Vancouver, British Columbia |
| 2 | Sep 30th | At Sea |
| 3 | Oct 1st | At Sea |
| 4 | Oct 2nd | San Francisco, California |
| 5 | Oct 3rd | At Sea |
| 6 | Oct 4th | San Diego, California |
| 7 | Oct 5th | At Sea |
| 8 | Oct 6th | At Sea |
| 9 | Oct 7th | Puerto Vallarta, Mexico |
| 10 | Oct 8th | At Sea |
| 11 | Oct 9th | Huatulco, Mexico |
| 12 | Oct 10th | Puerto Chiapas (tapachula), Mexico |
| 13 | Oct 11th | Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala |
| 14 | Oct 12th | Puerto Corinto, Nicaragua |
| 15 | Oct 13th | Puntarenas, Costa Rica |
| 16 | Oct 14th | At Sea |
| 17 | Oct 15th | Panama Canal Transit |
| 18 | Oct 16th | At Sea |
| 19 | Oct 17th | Oranjestad, Aruba |
| 20 | Oct 18th | At Sea |
| 21 | Oct 19th | At Sea |
| 22 | Oct 20th | Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida |
| 23 | Oct 21st | At Sea |
| 24 | Oct 22nd | Grand Turk Island |
| 25 | Oct 23rd | Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas |
| 26 | Oct 24th | San Juan, Puerto Rico |
| 27 | Oct 25th | At Sea |
| 28 | Oct 26th | Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island) |
| 29 | Oct 27th | Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida |
The MS Nieuw Amsterdam sails on September 29, 2024 for a 28 Night Panama Canal & Eastern Caribbean (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Vancouver, British Columbia at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida on Oct 27th at 7:00 AM. During the 29-day journey, the MS Nieuw Amsterdam will visit 15 additional ports and will spend 12 days at sea.
Itinerary Safety Score
Based on my comprehensive research of cruise port safety information, including recent crime reports, travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and specific port security concerns, we've created a "safety score" for each cruise port stop. The overall rating below represents a combined score for your specific cruise itinerary.
Cruise Ship
MS Nieuw Amsterdam
MS NIEUW AMSTERDAM SIZE
The MS Nieuw Amsterdam has a construction date of 2010 and a total size of 86,700 gross tons. The ship measures 936 feet (285 meters) in length. MS Nieuw Amsterdam is included in Holland America’s Signature Class Class. At full capacity, the MS Nieuw Amsterdam holds 3,035 passengers. That includes 2,106 cruise vacationers and 929 staff members. The MS Nieuw Amsterdam total number of staterooms is 1,053.
MS Nieuw Amsterdam Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:86,700 GT
- Length:936 ft (285 m)
- Beam:106 ft (32 m)
- Draft:26 ft (8 m)
- Max Speed:28 mph (24 kn)
- Year Built:2010
- Years Served:2010 - Present
- Capacity:2,106
- Crew Members:929
- Total on Board:3,035
- Total Staterooms:1,053
- Flagged Country:Netherlands
- Ship Cost:450 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see MS Nieuw Amsterdam age and stats vs all Holland America ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.
To check out the ship from top to bottom, click here for MS Nieuw Amsterdam Deck Plans.
Cruise Ports
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, offers docking at Canada Place Port. Travelers explore Stanley Park and Gastown. Excursions visit Capilano Suspension Bridge. Local markets sell poutine. The peak season, June to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures urban parks and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes salmon, a BC favorite. Souvenirs, like Inuit crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Salish history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance park walks. Vancouver’s urban charm offers a vibrant Canadian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural beauty and cultural landmarks, making Vancouver an engaging destination for exploring Canada’s west coast. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
San Francisco, California, offers docking at Pier 27. Travelers explore Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Island. Excursions visit Napa Valley wineries. Local markets sell clam chowder. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures iconic bridges and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes cioppino, a Californian favorite. Souvenirs, like cable car crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Ohlone history. Light layers and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. San Francisco’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and scenic bays, making San Francisco an engaging destination. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
San Diego, California, offers docking at San Diego Port. Travelers explore Balboa Park and Gaslamp Quarter. Excursions visit La Jolla’s sea lions. Local markets sell fish tacos. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Spanish architecture and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes carne asada, a Californian favorite. Souvenirs, like surf-themed crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Kumeyaay history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance park walks. San Diego’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural parks and scenic coasts, making San Diego an engaging destination. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, offers docking at Puerto Vallarta Port. Travelers explore Malecón and Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe. Excursions include snorkeling at Los Arcos. Local markets sell pozole. The peak season, November to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colorful boardwalks and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes birria, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like huichol crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Jalisco history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Puerto Vallarta’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural landmarks and marine adventures, making Puerto Vallarta an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Huatulco, Mexico, offers docking at Huatulco Port. Travelers explore Santa Cruz Bay and La Crucecita. Excursions include snorkeling at Maguey Bay. Local markets sell mole. The peak season, November to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures pristine beaches and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes tlayudas, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like alebrije crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Zapotec history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Huatulco’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic bays and cultural villages, making Huatulco an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Puerto Chiapas (Tapachula), Mexico, offers docking at Puerto Chiapas Port. Travelers explore Izapa Ruins and Tapachula’s cathedral. Excursions visit coffee plantations. Local markets sell tamales. The peak season, November to April, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Mayan ruins and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes mole poblano, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like woven crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Chiapas history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance ruin walks. Puerto Chiapas’ cultural allure offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient sites and coastal beauty, making Puerto Chiapas an engaging destination for exploration.
Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala, offers docking at Puerto Quetzal Port. Travelers explore Antigua’s colonial streets and Pacaya Volcano. Excursions include coffee plantation tours. Local markets sell tamales. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures cobblestone plazas and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes pepián, a Guatemalan favorite. Souvenirs, like textile crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance volcano hikes. Puerto Quetzal’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Guatemalan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of colonial heritage and scenic volcanoes, making Puerto Quetzal an engaging destination. (126 words)
Puerto Corinto, Nicaragua, offers docking at Corinto Port. Travelers explore León’s cathedral and Cerro Negro volcano. Excursions include surfing at Poneloya Beach. Local markets sell quesillos. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial architecture and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes nacatamales, a Nicaraguan favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Somoza history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance volcano hikes. Corinto’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Nicaraguan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic beaches, making Corinto an engaging destination. (126 words)
Puntarenas, Costa Rica, offers docking at Puntarenas Port. Travelers explore Paseo de los Turistas and Carara National Park. Excursions include zip-lining in Monteverde. Local markets sell gallo pinto. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures mangroves and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes casado, a Costa Rican favorite. Souvenirs, like coffee crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Tico history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance rainforest hikes. Puntarenas’ natural charm offers a vibrant Costa Rican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of wildlife and scenic coasts, making Puntarenas an engaging destination. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Panama Canal Transit, Panama, offers scenic cruising without docking. Travelers view Gatun Locks and Centennial Bridge from the ship. Excursions include canal history tours. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for canal cruising. Photography captures engineering marvels and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz con pollo, a Panamanian favorite. Souvenirs, like molas, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover canal history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while binoculars enhance lock viewing. Panama Canal’s industrial allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of engineering feats and scenic waterways, making the Panama Canal an engaging destination. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Oranjestad, Aruba, offers docking at Oranjestad Port. Travelers explore Arikok National Park and California Lighthouse. Excursions include snorkeling at Baby Beach. Local markets sell keshi yena. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures cacti landscapes and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes funchi, an Aruban favorite. Souvenirs, like aloe crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Arawak history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Oranjestad’s vibrant charm offers a lively Aruban stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural parks and scenic beaches, making Oranjestad an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida, offers docking at Port Everglades. Travelers explore Las Olas Boulevard and Everglades tours. Excursions include airboat rides. Local markets sell conch fritters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures canals and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes stone crab, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Seminole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Fort Lauderdale’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic waterways and natural adventures, making Fort Lauderdale an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Grand Turk Island, Turks and Caicos, offers docking at Grand Turk Cruise Center. Travelers explore Cockburn Town and Governor’s Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Gibbs Cay. Local markets sell conch salad. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial buildings and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes jerk fish, a Turks and Caicos favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Grand Turk’s coastal charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites and marine beauty, making Grand Turk an engaging destination. (126 words)
Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas, offers docking at Havensight Port. Travelers explore Blackbeard’s Castle and Magens Bay. Excursions include snorkeling at Coki Beach. Local markets sell callaloo. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures pirate history and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes fungi, a Virgin Islands favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Danish colonial history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Charlotte Amalie’s historic charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic beaches and cultural landmarks, making St. Thomas an engaging destination. (126 words)
San Juan, Puerto Rico, offers docking at Old San Juan Port. Travelers explore El Morro Fortress and Old San Juan’s colorful streets. Excursions visit El Yunque Rainforest. Local markets sell mofongo. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz con gandules, a Puerto Rican favorite. Souvenirs, like salsa crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taíno history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. San Juan’s cultural charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic forts and lush rainforests, making San Juan an engaging destination. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (Private Island), offers docking at a private port. Travelers explore white-sand beaches and Stingray Cove. Excursions include horseback riding by the sea. Local markets sell conch fritters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for island tours. Photography captures turquoise waters and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cracked conch, a Bahamian favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Lucayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Half Moon Cay’s island allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of serene beaches and marine activities, making Half Moon Cay an engaging destination. (126 words)
Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida, offers docking at Port Everglades. Travelers explore Las Olas Boulevard and Everglades tours. Excursions include airboat rides. Local markets sell conch fritters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures canals and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes stone crab, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Seminole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Fort Lauderdale’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic waterways and natural adventures, making Fort Lauderdale an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)