MS Nieuw Amsterdam - December 20, 2026 Itinerary Map with Port Markers
MS Nieuw Amsterdam
Fort Lauderdale
Half Moon Cay, Ba
Grand Turk Island

MS Nieuw Amsterdam - December 20, 2026

The December 20, 2026 cruise on the MS Nieuw Amsterdam departs from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida. On this 19 Night Panama Canal Holiday: Amber Cove & Costa Rica (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 12 different cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The MS Nieuw Amsterdam sets sail on Sunday, Dec 20th and returns on Friday, Jan 8th.

19nights

December 20, 2026

Dec 20th - Jan 8th

MS Nieuw Amsterdam

MS Nieuw Amsterdam

Holland America Cruise Line

MS Nieuw Amsterdam - December 20, 2026

19 Night Panama Canal Holiday: Amber Cove & Costa Rica

from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

Cruise Price - Historic & Current

The graph below tracks historic price of the MS Nieuw Amsterdam cruise ship departing December 20, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $3,434 ($181 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $3,434 ($181 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 0%.

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$3,434
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oceanview
$4,034
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balcony
$5,034
($264/night)
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suite
$8,584
($451/night)
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MS Nieuw Amsterdam Size Infographic

MS Nieuw Amsterdam

87 k
tonnage
936 ft
length
2010
year built
1,053
cabins
2,106
passengers
929
crew

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.

Itinerary

MS Nieuw Amsterdam - December 20, 2026 - 19 Nights

DayDatePort
1Dec 19thFort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
2Dec 21stHalf Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island)
3Dec 21stAt Sea
4Dec 23rdGrand Turk Island
5Dec 24thAmber Cove (Puerto Plata), Dominican Republic
6Dec 24thAt Sea
7Dec 26thKey West, Florida
8Dec 27thFort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
9Dec 28thHalf Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island)
10Dec 28thAt Sea
11Dec 29thAt Sea
12Dec 31stOranjestad, Aruba
13Dec 31stAt Sea
14Jan 2ndCartagena, Colombia
15Dec 19thCruise Gatun Lake (inside Panama Canal)
15Dec 19thPanama Canal (cruise Into Canal)
15Jan 3rdColon, Panama
16Jan 4thPuerto Limon, Costa Rica
17Jan 4thAt Sea
18Jan 6thGeorge Town, Grand Cayman
19Jan 6thAt Sea
20Jan 8thFort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
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Cruise Itinerary

The MS Nieuw Amsterdam sails on December 20, 2026 for a 19 Night Panama Canal Holiday: Amber Cove & Costa Rica (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida on Jan 8th at 6:00 AM. During the 22-day journey, the MS Nieuw Amsterdam will visit 11 additional ports and will spend 7 days at sea.

Day1
DEC 202026
United States
D:3:00 PM

Ft. Lauderdale has 23 miles of beaches, 300 miles of inland waterways and swimming pools galore, but immersing yourself in this city doesn't require a drop of water. Dive into a culture as deep as any ocean, a culture characterized by Seminoles and Broadway shows, golf and whimsical water taxis, fine cuisine and tasty jazz. And just like the horizon here, the list of attractions goes on and on.

Day2
DEC 212026
A:7:00 AMD:4:00 PM

Spend the day on your own private island, courtesy of Holland America. Sun, swim, or sail around this beautiful island as you enjoy your very own day in the sun! The fishing's great, but so is the parasailing and snorkeling so you have some decisions to make! And don't forget the Bahamas style barbecue!

Day3
DEC 222026
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day4
DEC 232026
Turks And Caicos Islands
A:7:00 AMD:4:00 PM

Day5
DEC 242026
Dominican Republic
A:7:00 AMD:4:00 PM

Day6
DEC 252026
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day7
DEC 262026
United States
A:7:00 AMD:4:00 PM

Key West has the best diving, snorkeling, fishing and boating in the continental U.S. Just a three-by-five mile Island, Key West offers a treat for the masses that flock here. Locals and tourists alike stroll down Duval Street each night to witness the Sunset Celebration, where they find hand-made souvenirs, munchies, cold drinks and a show so spectacular, only nature could have created it.

Day8
DEC 272026
United States
A:6:00 AMD:3:00 PM

Ft. Lauderdale has 23 miles of beaches, 300 miles of inland waterways and swimming pools galore, but immersing yourself in this city doesn't require a drop of water. Dive into a culture as deep as any ocean, a culture characterized by Seminoles and Broadway shows, golf and whimsical water taxis, fine cuisine and tasty jazz. And just like the horizon here, the list of attractions goes on and on.

Day9
DEC 282026
A:7:00 AMD:4:00 PM

Spend the day on your own private island, courtesy of Holland America. Sun, swim, or sail around this beautiful island as you enjoy your very own day in the sun! The fishing's great, but so is the parasailing and snorkeling so you have some decisions to make! And don't forget the Bahamas style barbecue!

Day10
DEC 292026
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day11
DEC 302026
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day12
DEC 312026
Netherlands Antilles
A:7:00 AMD:4:00 PM

Blessed with a non-stop breeze, neat little Oranjestad reflects the Dutch passion for cleanliness. Stroll the town's chic shops, venture out to see the wind-formed divi-divi trees, or visit an undersea garden of brilliant corals on a semi-submersible craft.

Day13
JAN 12027
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day14
JAN 22027
A:6:00 AMD:1:00 PM

Once the port where the wealth of the New World flowed back to the Old, Cartagena also served as a notorious base for privateers and pirates. Today, you can stroll the tree-lined Spanish colonial artistry of old in the streets and see the works of the Gold Museum. The port is also a great place to find bargains on emeralds.

Day15
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The Gatun Yacht Club is a small family recreational area used by residents of the Atlantic community and employees of the Panama Canal Commission. Enjoy the Panamanian hospitality. Don't miss the opportunity to see the Gatun Locks from a different perspective.

Day15
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Day15
JAN 32027
A:4:00 PMD:8:00 PM

Colon is one of Latin America's busiest commercial centers. Since 1953, it has had a free trade zone, where merchants can import and export goods without paying duties. The main streets of Colon are often crowded with sailors, traders, and tourists. The city has many bars, nightclubs, and gambling establishments. Colon also has duty-free shops, which sell many products at low prices.

Day16
JAN 42027
A:6:30 AMD:3:30 PM

The second-largest city in Costa Rica, Puerto Limon will leave you with a lifetime of memories. Soak in the distinct Caribbean flavor of the city's world-famous Carnivale de Limon. See the wonder of the sea turtle nesting grounds in Tortugero. Delight in the dolphins at Manzanillo National Park. Or, if ultimate relaxation is your goal, sprawl luxuriously on any of the area's lavish sand beaches.

Day17
JAN 52027
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day18
JAN 62027
A:6:00 AMD:3:00 PM

George Town is the capital of the Cayman Islands, and is situated directly on Grand Cayman. Once a center of turtle fishing, the area is now a popular tourist destination. Snorkeling and diving are especially popular, and the opportunity to swim with and feed the giant, graceful stingrays should not be missed. Don't worry--it is said that no one has ever been stung.

Day19
JAN 72027
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day20
JAN 82027
United States
A:6:00 AM

Ft. Lauderdale has 23 miles of beaches, 300 miles of inland waterways and swimming pools galore, but immersing yourself in this city doesn't require a drop of water. Dive into a culture as deep as any ocean, a culture characterized by Seminoles and Broadway shows, golf and whimsical water taxis, fine cuisine and tasty jazz. And just like the horizon here, the list of attractions goes on and on.