May 4th - May 18th
Holland America Cruise Line
from Vancouver, British Columbia
The May 4, 2025 cruise on the MS Nieuw Amsterdam departs from Vancouver, British Columbia. On this 14 Night Great Alaskan Explorer (Vancouver Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 15 different cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The MS Nieuw Amsterdam sets sail on Sunday, May 4th and returns on Sunday, May 18th.
MS Nieuw Amsterdam - May 4, 2025 - 14 Nights
Day | Date | Port |
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1 | May 4th | Vancouver, British Columbia |
2 | May 5th | At Sea |
3 | May 6th | Sitka, Alaska |
4 | May 7th | At Sea |
5 | May 8th | Anchorage, Alaska |
6 | May 9th | Kodiak, Alaska |
7 | May 10th | Valdez, Alaska |
8 | May 11th | At Sea |
9 | May 12th | Juneau, Alaska |
10 | May 13th | Skagway, Alaska |
11 | May 14th | Cruise Glacier Bay |
12 | May 15th | Wrangell, Alaska |
13 | May 16th | Ketchikan, Alaska |
14 | May 4th | Cruise Inside Passage, Alaska |
15 | May 18th | Vancouver, British Columbia |
Holland America Cruise Line
The MS Nieuw Amsterdam was built in 2010 and is amoung Holland America's 22 ships in it's fleet. The MS Nieuw Amsterdam is included in the cruise line's Signature Class class. In the cruise ship stats below you'll find the MS Nieuw Amsterdam vs all other Holland America ships.
This metropolis is Canada's fastest growing city. Visit Gastown, a restored turn-of-the-century district where Vancouver's first saloon still stands. See trumpeter swans at Lost Lake, contemplate the ducks at Beaver Lagoon, or watch exotic aquatic creatures at the Stanley Park Aquarium. Climb the Lookout for a 360-degree view of the city.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Sitka is considered Alaska's most beautiful seaside town, with views of island-studded waters and stately spruce forests reaching to the water's edge. Sitka offers a combination of Native culture, Russian history, and Alaskan wilderness which provides a diverse and unequaled Alaskan experience. The mild climate and dense forests make Sitka one of the best places to view wildlife in Alaska.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Kodiak, Alaska is famous for huge Kodiak brown bears, world-class sport fishing and the magnificent green that the island turns during the summer, which is why Kodiak is called Alaska's Emerald Isle. The Kodiak Island Archipelago and the Katmai Coast are rich in sea, land and bird life, and Kodiak's vast wilderness serves as the ideal backdrop for everything from sport fishing to a leisurely hike.
Valdez, Alaska, a small seaside Alaskan community where the mountains meet the sea, is a magical area packed with things to see and do. The view is amazing, and in every direction the mountains rise into the air, frosted in white in the winter, and sparkling green in the summer. Everything from giant halibut fishing to sea kayaking around the Columbia Glacier is available.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Alaska's capital city, Juneau, is located in Southeast Alaska. The Tongass Rain Forest climate provides Juneau with lush terrain and wildflowers. Visitors can find unparalleled glacier viewing from Tracy Arm Fjord, Mendenhall Glacier, the Juneau Icefield and Glacier Bay National Park, and outdoor enthusiasts will love Juneau's kayaking, dogsledding, rafting, biking, hiking and glacier hiking.
The picturesque town of Skagway is famous for it's hospitality, sightseeing and recreational opportunities. Visitors can enjoy scenic views of Laughton glacier and Parsons Peak, or take an evening walk across the swinging foot bridge to Yakatania point, where bald eagles and harbor seals fish for supper. No matter what you decide to do, you will be amazed with the sights and activities in and around Skagway.
Welcome to Wrangell, a frontier community in the heart of Alaska. Nestled on an island at the mouth of the mighty Stikine River, Wrangell offers visitors a friendly taste of a frontier life in the midst of some of the most unique and pristine wilderness in Alaska. Walk among petroglyphs, hike up to Rainbow Falls, or stop and pick the abundant wild blueberries, huckleberries and salmonberries.
The first cruise ship appeared in Ketchikan 114 years ago, and it has been a favorite port ever since. You can tour the area by boat, bus, horse-drawn trolley, or even a restored 1955 Chevy. The most famous part of town is Creek Street. The homes once comprising the red light district are now filled with arts, crafts and gift shops. Totem poles are everywhere, with 24 at Saxman Native Totem Park.
Alaska's Inside Passage is awash with pristine water mountain views. A cruise among the fjords and islands takes you into prime habitat for bald eagles, sea lions, and whales. The Inside Passage is home to the totem poles of the Tlingit, Haida, and Tsimshian Indians, and Russian setters, as well as prospectors, lumberjacks, and fishermen. All have added to the tapestry of this area's history.
This metropolis is Canada's fastest growing city. Visit Gastown, a restored turn-of-the-century district where Vancouver's first saloon still stands. See trumpeter swans at Lost Lake, contemplate the ducks at Beaver Lagoon, or watch exotic aquatic creatures at the Stanley Park Aquarium. Climb the Lookout for a 360-degree view of the city.