What is included in the cruise fare?

Standard cruise fares include your cabin, onboard meals at main dining venues, most non-specialty entertainment, use of pools and common facilities, and transport between ports of call. Gratuities, specialty dining, alcoholic drinks, shore excursions and onboard spa services are typically billed separately.

How far in advance should I book this cruise?

For popular sailings, booking 6–12 months ahead typically gives the best cabin selection and fares. Last-minute discounts can appear 30–60 days before departure when the cruise line wants to fill remaining cabins on Oosterdam.

What documents do I need to board?

Most international itineraries require a passport valid for at least six months beyond your return date. Closed-loop sailings that depart and return to the same U.S. port from Fort Lauderdale may accept a government-issued photo ID plus a certified birth certificate for U.S. citizens — always verify with the cruise line.

Can I change or cancel my booking?

Change and cancellation policies depend on Holland America Line's fare type and how close you are to departure. Refundable deposits typically allow changes up to the final-payment date without penalty; closer to sailing, cancellation fees scale up. Review the specific fare rules before booking.

What is a 15-night cruise like?

A 15-night cruise balances relaxing sea days with active port days. You can expect a mix of onboard programming — dining, entertainment, spa and fitness — and multiple shore excursions from Oosterdam. Pack for both formal nights and casual deck days.

Oosterdam 15-night South America Pathways: Chilean Fjords & Glaciers from Fort Lauderdale, Nov 16, 2027

Holland America Line · Oosterdam · Nov 16, 2027 – Dec 17, 2027

Visit Fort Lauderdale, Georgetown, Cayman Islands, Enter Panama Canal at Cristobal, Cruising Panama Canal, Exit Panama Canal and 23 more ports

Departure Fort Lauderdale

Return Buenos Aires

Duration 15 Nights

Itinerary

Day 1

Fort Lauderdale Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM
Day 2

At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 3

Georgetown, Cayman Islands Arrives 10:00 AM · Departs 6:00 PM
Day 4

At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 5

Enter Panama Canal at Cristobal Arrives 6:00 AM · Departs 6:00 AM
Day 5

Cruising Panama Canal Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 5

Exit Panama Canal Arrives 8:00 PM · Departs 8:00 PM
Day 5

Fuerte Amador, Panama City Arrives 9:00 PM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 6

Fuerte Amador, Panama City Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 4:00 PM
Day 7

Crossing the Equator Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 8

Manta Arrives 6:00 AM · Departs 8:00 PM
Day 9

At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 10

Salaverry(Trujillo) Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM
Day 11

Callao (Lima) Arrives 10:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 12

Callao (Lima) Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 6:00 PM
Day 13

General San Martin Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 6:00 PM
Day 14

At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 15

At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 16

Coquimbo (La Serena) Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 4:00 PM
Day 17

San Antonio (Santiago), Chile Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM
Day 18

At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 19

Puerto Montt Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM
Day 20

Puerto Chacabuco Arrives 11:00 AM · Departs 8:00 PM
Day 21

Chilean Fjords Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 22

Pio XI Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 10:00 AM
Day 22

Sarmiento Channel Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 23

Strait of Magellan Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 24

Punta Arenas, Chile Arrives 6:00 AM · Departs 6:00 PM
Day 24

Cockburn and Beagle Channels Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 24

Beagle Channel Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 25

Daylight cruising Glacier Alley Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 25

Ushuaia, Argentina Arrives 12:01 PM · Departs 8:00 PM
Day 26

Scenic Cruising Cape Horn Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 27

Stanley/Falkland Is/Islas Malvinas Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 6:00 PM
Day 28

At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 29

At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 30

Montevideo Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 6:00 PM
Day 31

Buenos Aires Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 32

Buenos Aires Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM

Ports of Call

Fort Lauderdale
Georgetown, Cayman Islands
Enter Panama Canal at Cristobal
Cruising Panama Canal
Exit Panama Canal
Fuerte Amador, Panama City
Crossing the Equator
Manta
Salaverry(Trujillo)
Callao (Lima)
General San Martin
Coquimbo (La Serena)
San Antonio (Santiago), Chile
Puerto Montt
Puerto Chacabuco
Chilean Fjords
Pio XI
Sarmiento Channel
Strait of Magellan
Punta Arenas, Chile
Cockburn and Beagle Channels
Beagle Channel
Daylight cruising Glacier Alley
Ushuaia, Argentina
Scenic Cruising Cape Horn
Stanley/Falkland Is/Islas Malvinas
Montevideo
Buenos Aires

About This Cruise

15-night Holland America Line Oosterdam cruise from Fort Lauderdale to Georgetown, Cayman Islands, Enter Panama Canal at Cristobal, Cruising Panama…

Cruise Line Holland America Line

Ship Oosterdam

Frequently asked questions

What is included in the cruise fare?: Standard cruise fares include your cabin, onboard meals at main dining venues, most non-specialty entertainment, use of pools and common facilities, and transport between ports of call. Gratuities, specialty dining, alcoholic drinks, shore excursions and onboard spa services are typically billed separately.
How far in advance should I book this cruise?: For popular sailings, booking 6–12 months ahead typically gives the best cabin selection and fares. Last-minute discounts can appear 30–60 days before departure when the cruise line wants to fill remaining cabins on Oosterdam.
What documents do I need to board?: Most international itineraries require a passport valid for at least six months beyond your return date. Closed-loop sailings that depart and return to the same U.S. port from Fort Lauderdale may accept a government-issued photo ID plus a certified birth certificate for U.S. citizens — always verify with the cruise line.
Can I change or cancel my booking?: Change and cancellation policies depend on Holland America Line's fare type and how close you are to departure. Refundable deposits typically allow changes up to the final-payment date without penalty; closer to sailing, cancellation fees scale up. Review the specific fare rules before booking.
What is a 15-night cruise like?: A 15-night cruise balances relaxing sea days with active port days. You can expect a mix of onboard programming — dining, entertainment, spa and fitness — and multiple shore excursions from Oosterdam. Pack for both formal nights and casual deck days.