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 Nieuw Amsterdam.

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 San Diego, California 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 36-night cruise like?

A 36-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 Nieuw Amsterdam. Pack for both formal nights and casual deck days.

Nieuw Amsterdam 36-night 36-Day Inca Coast Discovery Collectors' Voyage from San Diego, California, Oct 12, 2027

Holland America Line · Nieuw Amsterdam · Oct 12, 2027 – Nov 17, 2027

Visit San Diego, California, Cabo San Lucas, Huatulco, Puerto Quetzal, Puntarenas (Puerto Caldera), Costa Rica and 23 more ports

Departure San Diego, California

Return Buenos Aires

Duration 36 Nights

From $6989 pp

Itinerary

Day 1

San Diego, California Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM
Day 2

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

Cabo San Lucas Arrives 11:00 AM · Departs 6:00 PM
Day 4

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

At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 6

Huatulco Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 2:00 PM
Day 7

Puerto Quetzal Arrives 10:00 AM · Departs 8:00 PM
Day 8

At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 9

Puntarenas (Puerto Caldera), Costa Rica Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM
Day 10

Crossing the Equator Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 11

Manta Arrives 12:00 PM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 12

Manta Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 6:00 PM
Day 13

At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 14

Salaverry(Trujillo) Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 4:00 PM
Day 15

Callao (Lima) Arrives 10:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 16

Callao (Lima) Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 8:00 PM
Day 17

General San Martin Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 6:00 PM
Day 18

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

Arica Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM
Day 20

At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 21

Coquimbo (La Serena) Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 4:00 PM
Day 22

San Antonio (Santiago), Chile Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM
Day 23

At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 24

Puerto Montt Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM
Day 25

Puerto Chacabuco Arrives 11:00 AM · Departs 8:00 PM
Day 26

Cruising Chilean Fjords Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 27

Pio XI Glacier Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 10:00 AM
Day 27

Scenic cruising Sarmiento Channel Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 28

Strait of Magellan Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 29

Punta Arenas, Chile Arrives 6:00 AM · Departs 6:00 PM
Day 29

Cockburn Channel Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 29

Beagle Channel Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 30

Daylight cruising Glacier Alley Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 30

Ushuaia, Argentina Arrives 12:00 PM · Departs 8:00 PM
Day 31

Scenic Cruising Cape Horn Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 32

Stanley/Falkland Is/Islas Malvinas Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM
Day 33

At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 34

At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 35

Montevideo Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 6:00 PM
Day 36

Buenos Aires Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 37

Buenos Aires Arrives 6:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM

Cabin Prices

Prices as of 2026-10-19.

Prices per person, based on double occupancy in USD.

Inside $6989

Ocean View $7389

Balcony $9189

Suite $12919

Ports of Call

San Diego, California
Cabo San Lucas
Huatulco
Puerto Quetzal
Puntarenas (Puerto Caldera), Costa Rica
Crossing the Equator
Manta
Salaverry(Trujillo)
Callao (Lima)
General San Martin
Arica
Coquimbo (La Serena)
San Antonio (Santiago), Chile
Puerto Montt
Puerto Chacabuco
Cruising Chilean Fjords
Pio XI Glacier
Scenic cruising Sarmiento Channel
Strait of Magellan
Punta Arenas, Chile
Cockburn Channel
Beagle Channel
Daylight cruising Glacier Alley
Ushuaia, Argentina
Scenic Cruising Cape Horn
Stanley/Falkland Is/Islas Malvinas
Montevideo
Buenos Aires

About This Cruise

36-night Holland America Line Nieuw Amsterdam cruise from San Diego, California to Cabo San Lucas, Huatulco, Puerto Quetzal and Puntarenas (Puerto…

Cruise Line Holland America Line

Ship Nieuw Amsterdam

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 Nieuw Amsterdam.
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 San Diego, California 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 36-night cruise like?: A 36-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 Nieuw Amsterdam. Pack for both formal nights and casual deck days.