MS Nieuw Amsterdam itinerary map for October 2, 2026
MS Nieuw Amsterdam

16 Night Panama Canal on Holland America MS Nieuw Amsterdam

October 2, 2026

MS Nieuw Amsterdam October 2, 2026

The MS Nieuw Amsterdam October 2, 2026 cruise departs from San Diego, California. On this 16 Night Panama Canal (San Diego To Ft. Lauderdale) sailing, the MS Nieuw Amsterdam will visit a total of 10 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Friday, Oct 2nd and returns on Sunday, Oct 18th, 2026.

Cruise Length
16
Night Cruise
Departure Port
San Diego
California
Port Stops
10
Sea Days
7
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MS Nieuw Amsterdam · October 2, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the MS Nieuw Amsterdam cruise ship departing October 2, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,089 ($69 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $2,227 ($140 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 51%.

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MS Nieuw Amsterdam · October 2, 2026

The MS Nieuw Amsterdam sails on October 2, 2026 for a 16 Night Panama Canal (San Diego To Ft. Lauderdale). The ship will depart the port of San Diego, California at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida on Oct 18th at 7:00 AM. During the 17-day journey, the MS Nieuw Amsterdam will visit 9 additional ports and will spend 7 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

16 Night Panama Canal (San Diego To Ft. Lauderdale)

  • OCT02
    San Diego, California
    San Diego, California
    A: — - D: 4:00 PM
  • OCT03
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT04
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT05
    Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
    Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • OCT06
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT07
    Huatulco, Mexico
    Huatulco, Mexico
    A: 10:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • OCT08
    Puerto Chiapas (tapachula), Mexico
    Puerto Chiapas (tapachula), Mexico
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • OCT09
    Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala
    Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 8:00 PM
  • OCT10
    Acajutla, El Salvador
    Acajutla, El Salvador
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • OCT11
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT12
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT13
    Panama Canal Transit
    Panama Canal Transit
    A: 5:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • OCT14
    Cartagena, Colombia
    Cartagena, Colombia
    A: 12:00 PM - D: 6:00 PM
  • OCT15
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT16
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT17
    Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island)
    Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island)
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 2:00 PM
  • OCT18
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
    A: 7:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

October 2, 2026 · 16 Night Panama Canal (San Diego To Ft. Lauderdale)

San Diego, California
Day 1•Friday, Oct 2

San Diego, California

Arrival: —•Departure: 4:00 PM

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.

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At Sea
Day 2•Saturday, Oct 3

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

At Sea
Day 3•Sunday, Oct 4

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Day 4•Monday, Oct 5

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

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.

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At Sea
Day 5•Tuesday, Oct 6

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Huatulco, Mexico
Day 6•Wednesday, Oct 7

Huatulco, Mexico

Arrival: 10:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

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.

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Puerto Chiapas (tapachula), Mexico
Day 7•Thursday, Oct 8

Puerto Chiapas (tapachula), Mexico

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

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.

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Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala
Day 8•Friday, Oct 9

Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 8:00 PM

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.

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Acajutla, El Salvador
Day 9•Saturday, Oct 10

Acajutla, El Salvador

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Acajutla, El Salvador's principal Pacific seaport, handles cruise ships at its industrial dock, 5 kilometers from town center. Passengers transfer via shuttle or taxi, arriving at a basic terminal with restrooms and a craft market. The port exports coffee and sugar, with excursions focusing on nearby sites. Joya de Ceren, 30 minutes away, reveals a preserved Mayan village buried by volcanic ash in 600 AD, offering guided walks through ancient homes and gardens. Izalco Volcano, 45 minutes drive, provides hikes to its crater rim for views of the "Lighthouse of the Pacific." Beaches like El Zonte, 20 minutes north, offer surfing lessons and black-sand shores. Cultural tours visit Suchitoto, 90 minutes east, for colonial architecture and indigo dyeing workshops. Dining features pupusas and grilled fish at beachside pupuserias. Souvenirs include woven baskets and coffee beans from local vendors. Dry season December to April brings calmer seas; taxis run 5-10 USD per ride. Organized tours ensure timely returns; no ATMs at the dock, so carry dollars.

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At Sea
Day 10•Sunday, Oct 11

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

At Sea
Day 11•Monday, Oct 12

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Panama Canal Transit
Day 12•Tuesday, Oct 13

Panama Canal Transit

Arrival: 5:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

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.

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Cartagena, Colombia
Day 13•Wednesday, Oct 14

Cartagena, Colombia

Arrival: 12:00 PM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Cartagena, Colombia, offers docking at Cartagena Port. Travelers explore San Felipe Castle and Old Town’s colorful streets. Excursions include Rosario Islands snorkeling. Local markets sell arepas. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial walls and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes sancocho, a Colombian favorite. Souvenirs, like emerald crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Spanish colonial history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Cartagena’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Colombian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic fortresses and scenic islands, making Cartagena an engaging destination for exploration.

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At Sea
Day 14•Thursday, Oct 15

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

At Sea
Day 15•Friday, Oct 16

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island)
Day 16•Saturday, Oct 17

Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island)

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 2:00 PM

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.

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Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
Day 17•Sunday, Oct 18

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: —

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.

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Weather Forecast

MS Nieuw Amsterdam - October 2, 2026 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

San Diego, California

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October

Typical Weather

98°F

Average High

45°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.02in

Daily average

0.6 in monthly total

Shore Excursions

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Itinerary Safety Score

Based on 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.

Itinerary Safety Rank
67 / 100
safer than 67% of all cruises
67
8
/ 10
San Diego, California
San Diego
San Diego is generally safe for tourists, but travelers should remain vigilant in crowded areas and secure their belongings.
7
/ 10
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Puerto Vallarta
Travelers should remain vigilant and exercise caution against petty crime, especially outside tourist zones, while visiting Puerto Vallarta.
7
/ 10
Huatulco, Mexico
Huatulco
Huatulco is generally safe for cruise travelers, but staying vigilant and securing belongings is advised due to potential petty theft.
5
/ 10
Puerto Chiapas (tapachula), Mexico
Puerto Chiapas
Puerto Chiapas has moderate safety risks for travelers, who should remain vigilant and secure belongings, especially outside tourist areas.
5
/ 10
Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala
Puerto Quetzal
Travelers should remain vigilant in Puerto Quetzal due to crime risks and are advised to join organized tours for safety.
5
/ 10
Acajutla, El Salvador
Acajutla
Travelers should exercise caution in Acajutla due to high crime rates and consider guided tours for a safer experience.
8
/ 10
Panama Canal Transit
Panama Canal
Cruise travelers at the Panama Canal Transit should remain aware of their surroundings while enjoying a secure and managed experience.
6
/ 10
Cartagena, Colombia
Cartagena
Travelers in Cartagena should stay vigilant, avoid displaying valuables, and consider organized tours to minimize risks of petty crime.
9
/ 10
Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island)
Half Moon Cay
Half Moon Cay ensures guest safety with strong security measures and controlled access, minimizing crime risks for a worry-free visit.
7
/ 10
Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale's cruise port is secure, but travelers should stay vigilant and cautious in neighborhoods with higher crime rates.

Cruise Ship

MS Nieuw Amsterdam

⚓ Tonnage

86,700

vs avg 84,029

🛠️ Year Built

2,010

vs avg 2,008

📏 Length (ft)

936

vs avg 922

👥 Passenger Count

2,106

vs avg 2,157

The MS Nieuw Amsterdam has a construction date of 2010 and a total size of 86,700 gross tons. The ship measures 936 feet in length. MS Nieuw Amsterdam is included in Holland America’s Signature Class class. At full capacity, the MS Nieuw Amsterdam holds 2,106 passengers. That includes 1,177 cruise vacationers and 929 staff members. The MS Nieuw Amsterdam total number of staterooms is 1,053.

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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the MS Nieuw Amsterdam sailing on October 2, 2026?

This is a 16-night cruise itinerary departing from San Diego, California.

What ports does the MS Nieuw Amsterdam visit on the October 2, 2026 cruise?

This route includes san-diego-california, puerto-vallarta-mexico, huatulco-mexico, tapachula-mexico, puerto-quetzal-guatemala, acajutla-el-salvador, panama-canal-transit, cartagena-colombia, half-moon-cay-bahamas-private-island, fort-lauderdale-florida.

How many sea days are included on this MS Nieuw Amsterdam October 2, 2026 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 7 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the MS Nieuw Amsterdam sailing on October 2, 2026?

Cruise director assignment data is not currently available for this sail date.

How is the itinerary safety score calculated for this cruise?

The itinerary safety score combines port-level safety indicators such as travel advisories, local risk signals, and historical context into a single overall score for this specific route.

Can I track price drops for this MS Nieuw Amsterdam itinerary?

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Last Updated: Apr 3, 2026