MS Nieuw Amsterdam - December 27, 2026 Itinerary Map with Port Markers
MS Nieuw Amsterdam
Fort Lauderdale
Half Moon Cay, Ba
Oranjestad, Aruba

MS Nieuw Amsterdam - December 27, 2026

The December 27, 2026 cruise on the MS Nieuw Amsterdam departs from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida. On this 21 Night Panama Canal & Southern Caribbean Holiday (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 11 different cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The MS Nieuw Amsterdam sets sail on Sunday, Dec 27th and returns on Sunday, Jan 17th.

21nights

December 27, 2026

Dec 27th - Jan 17th

MS Nieuw Amsterdam

MS Nieuw Amsterdam

Holland America Cruise Line

MS Nieuw Amsterdam - December 27, 2026

21 Night Panama Canal & Southern Caribbean Holiday

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 27, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $3,499 ($167 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $3,499 ($167 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 0%.

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$3,499
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$4,099
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balcony
$5,049
($240/night)
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suite
$8,749
($416/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 27, 2026 - 21 Nights

DayDatePort
1Dec 26thFort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
2Dec 28thHalf Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island)
3Dec 28thAt Sea
4Dec 29thAt Sea
5Dec 31stOranjestad, Aruba
6Dec 31stAt Sea
7Jan 2ndCartagena, Colombia
8Jan 3rdColon, Panama
8Dec 26thCruise Gatun Lake (inside Panama Canal)
8Dec 26thPanama Canal (cruise Into Canal)
9Jan 4thPuerto Limon, Costa Rica
10Jan 4thAt Sea
11Jan 6thGeorge Town, Grand Cayman
12Jan 6thAt Sea
13Jan 8thFort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
14Jan 8thAt Sea
15Jan 9thAt Sea
16Jan 11thWillemstad, Curacao
17Jan 12thKralendijk, Bonaire
18Jan 13thOranjestad, Aruba
19Jan 13thAt Sea
20Jan 14thAt Sea
21Jan 16thHalf Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island)
22Jan 17thFort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
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Cruise Itinerary

The MS Nieuw Amsterdam sails on December 27, 2026 for a 21 Night Panama Canal & Southern Caribbean Holiday (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 17th at 6:00 AM. During the 24-day journey, the MS Nieuw Amsterdam will visit 10 additional ports and will spend 9 days at sea.

Day1
DEC 272026
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 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!

Day3
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!

Day4
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!

Day5
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.

Day6
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!

Day7
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.

Day8
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.

Day8
N/A N/AN/A

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.

Day8
N/A N/AN/A
Day9
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.

Day10
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!

Day11
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.

Day12
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!

Day13
JAN 82027
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.

Day14
JAN 92027
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!

Day15
JAN 102027
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!

Day16
JAN 112027
Netherlands Antilles
A:11:00 AMD:10:00 PM

Hospitable and always sunny, Curacao bids you a warm welcome. The friendly inhabitants, first class hotels, wonderful climate, crystal clear seawater, fascinating architecture, floating market, pontoon bridge, secluded bays, rich fauna and flora, and the many possibilities for excursions and entertainment make Curacao the tourist's paradise.

Day17
JAN 122027
Netherlands Antilles
A:7:00 AMD:4:00 PM

Kralendijk is the chief town of Bonaire in the Netherlands Antilles. Tourism is the economic mainstay, though salt mining is also a significant industry. The island is known for its fine beaches, skin diving, and pink flamingos.

Day18
JAN 132027
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.

Day19
JAN 142027
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 152027
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!

Day21
JAN 162027
A:7:00 AMD:2:00 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!

Day22
JAN 172027
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.