--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: cad8d3bd-4b14-4fbc-913e-c984f781c9a0 slug: 2313741 voyage_code: I815A cruise_line: Holland America Line ship: Nieuw Amsterdam departure_date: return_date: nights: 32 embarkation_port: Buenos Aires disembarkation_port: Fort Lauderdale starting_price_usd: bookable: true last_updated: 2026-10-19T23:27:26Z --- # 32-Day Panama Canal, Inca & South America: Chilean Fjords > Holland America Line · Nieuw Amsterdam · Mar 6 – Apr 7, 2028   (32 nights) ## Quick Facts | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | **Cruise Line** | Holland America Line | | **Ship** | Nieuw Amsterdam | | **Duration** | 32 nights | | **Departure Date** | N/A | | **Return Date** | N/A | | **Embarkation Port** | Buenos Aires | | **Disembarkation Port** | Fort Lauderdale | | **Starting Price** | N/A USD per person | | **Voyage Code** | I815A | ## Itinerary ### Day 1: Buenos Aires **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM In the early 20th century, Buenos Aires, Argentina, gained immense wealth when it began shipping its pampas-raised beef around the world. It quickly entered the club of great world cities, and a slew of attractions and architectural jewels soon arose. Since that time, the capital has experienced huge swings in economic and political fortune. But Buenos Aires continues to fascinate and entertain sightseeing visitors, both for its chaotic energy and for its sheer urban beauty. Thankfully, the Bell... ### Day 2: Buenos Aires **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM In the early 20th century, Buenos Aires, Argentina, gained immense wealth when it began shipping its pampas-raised beef around the world. It quickly entered the club of great world cities, and a slew of attractions and architectural jewels soon arose. Since that time, the capital has experienced huge swings in economic and political fortune. But Buenos Aires continues to fascinate and entertain sightseeing visitors, both for its chaotic energy and for its sheer urban beauty. Thankfully, the Bell... ### Day 3: Montevideo **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM Friendly and genteel, Montevideo honors colonial customs: long lunches, siestas, high tea. Nearby: Colonia del Sacramento, the oldest city in Uruguay (ca. 1680) and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Sample shore excursions: Colonia del Sacramento; A Gaucho's Life. ### Day 4: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 5: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 6: Stanley/Falkland Is/Islas Malvinas **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 04:30 PM The world's southernmost capital, Stanley is located in the Falklands archipelago, which consists of two main islands, East and West Falkland, along with smaller islands nearby. Stanley is proud of its British heritage, evidenced everywhere from its red telephone boxes to its pubs. The Falklands were first claimed by the English in 1765; over the centuries the Crown has had to abandon, reclaim and defend these far-flung islands from invading nations—including an Argentine foray in 1982. During t... ### Day 7: Scenic Cruising Cape Horn **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 8: Ushuaia, Argentina **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 03:00 PM Dramatic, fantastical, otherworldly—this is the end of the world, for real. Positioned at the southernmost tip of Argentina, this memorable port town is cradled between the pristine—and towering—Martial Mountains and accessed by the picturesque Beagle Channel (which was named for Darwin’s famed vessel). Ushuaia is the capital of the Tierra del Fuego region, which is best described as a spectacular collection of superlative natural wonders. It’s a veritable kaleidoscope of glittering glaciers, sn... ### Day 8: Beagle Channel **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 8: Scenic Cruising Glacier Alley **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 9: Punta Arenas, Chile **Arrives:** 12:00 PM · **Departs:** 08:00 PM If Punta Arenas exudes an "edge of the world" air, it's not without reason. This windblown city near Chile's southernmost tip sits on the Strait of Magellan, which itself is positioned squarely between the Atlantic and Pacific oceans. The city has played—and continues to play—an important role in geographic, political and economic affairs in South America's so-called Southern Cone, which is formed by Chile and neighboring Argentina. Too many travelers rush through Punta Arenas, treating it as a ... ### Day 10: Scenic cruising Sarmiento Channel **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 11: Cockburn Channel **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 12: Pio XI Glacier **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 09:00 AM ### Day 13: Scenic Cruising Darwin Channel and Chilean Fjords **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 14: Puerto Montt **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM Gateway to the scenic Lake District, a series of fragrant eucalyptus and pine forests, icy lakes, Bavarian hamlets and luminous snowcapped volcanoes. Sample shore excursions: Alerce Mountain Lodge & Lake of Reflections; Petrohué Rapids & Frutillar. ### Day 15: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 16: San Antonio (Santiago), Chile **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM This large, modern port serves Chile’s capital, Santiago, a city with Spanish colonial charm and a vivacious spirit. Encircled by the Andes and the Coastal Range, Santiago is centered around the Plaza de Armas, with several of the city’s landmarks: the 18th-century Metropolitan Cathedral the Palacio de la Real Audencia from 1808, the City Hall and the National Museum of History. North of San Antonio lie the picturesque old port and university town of Valparaíso and the colorful seaside resort of... ### Day 17: Coquimbo (La Serena) **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 04:00 PM Coquimbo may be relatively small for a capital city (it's the seat of the Chilean province Elqui), but between its location along the Pan-American Highway and its status as an important port, Coquimbo receives quite a few domestic and international visitors. Many of them use the city as a jumping-off point from which to explore the attractions of the surrounding Elqui Valley. Reached by the Ruta de Estrellas (Route of the Stars), the valley's vineyards yield to a desert landscape that is home to... ### Day 18: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 19: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 20: General San Martin **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM General San Martin was named for José de San Martín who, nearly 200 years ago, liberated Peru from Spanish rule. This thriving harbor is your gateway to the Nazca Lines geoglyphs, the ancient spires of Macchu Picchu, and the port of Pisco. Visit the Paracas National Reserve, a refuge for seals, penguins, flamingos and more. Sample shore excursions: Ballestas Island Wildlife Sanctuary Cruise; The Route of Pisco; Tambo Colorado & Paracas Museum. ### Day 21: Callao (Lima) **Arrives:** 06:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Peru's bone-dry capital (only Cairo is drier as far as national capitals go), Lima is a booming energetic metropolis built on ancient foundations millennia in the making. At first she is no looker, but scratch that parched surface below the high-rise offices and dust-settled dwellings and Lima's charms begin to shine: Strikingly preserved pre-Columbian ruins sit defiantly among modern skyscrapers, a cultural potpourri of world-class museums, sun-toasted beaches beautifully illuminated by nightly... ### Day 22: Callao (Lima) **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 02:00 PM Peru's bone-dry capital (only Cairo is drier as far as national capitals go), Lima is a booming energetic metropolis built on ancient foundations millennia in the making. At first she is no looker, but scratch that parched surface below the high-rise offices and dust-settled dwellings and Lima's charms begin to shine: Strikingly preserved pre-Columbian ruins sit defiantly among modern skyscrapers, a cultural potpourri of world-class museums, sun-toasted beaches beautifully illuminated by nightly... ### Day 23: Salaverry(Trujillo) **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM To the north is the "Lordiest City" of Trujillo, founded in 1535 and still rich in ornate colonial detail. At its edge, far older and long abandoned by the Chimu Indians, sits the eerie adobe metropolis of Chan Chan. Sample shore excursions: Trujillo and the Temples; Ch n Ch n Citadel/Dragon Huaca/Totora Caballitos. ### Day 24: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 25: Manta **Arrives:** 05:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Just outside this tranquil coast town lie the villages where the famous Panama hats are woven. Farther afield: colonial Quito, so perfectly preserved the entire Old Town has been designated a World Heritage Site. Sample shore excursions: A Day in Quito; Manta & Montecristi. ### Day 26: Manta **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM Just outside this tranquil coast town lie the villages where the famous Panama hats are woven. Farther afield: colonial Quito, so perfectly preserved the entire Old Town has been designated a World Heritage Site. Sample shore excursions: A Day in Quito; Manta & Montecristi. ### Day 27: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 28: Fuerte Amador, Panama City **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Located west of Panama City at the Pacific entrance to the Panama Canal, Fuerte Amador is a gateway to exploring the many faces of this unique Central American country. The impressive engineering of the canal itself is a wonder to behold; a quick trip to the Miraflores Locks' visitor center with its panoramic observation decks offers the chance to watch behemoth barges thread their way through the legendary manmade waterway. Just minutes from the cruise port, the recently opened Biomuseo is a Fr... ### Day 29: Fuerte Amador, Panama City **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 AM Located west of Panama City at the Pacific entrance to the Panama Canal, Fuerte Amador is a gateway to exploring the many faces of this unique Central American country. The impressive engineering of the canal itself is a wonder to behold; a quick trip to the Miraflores Locks' visitor center with its panoramic observation decks offers the chance to watch behemoth barges thread their way through the legendary manmade waterway. Just minutes from the cruise port, the recently opened Biomuseo is a Fr... ### Day 29: Enter Panama Canal at Balboa **Arrives:** 06:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 AM ### Day 29: Cruising Panama Canal **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 29: Exit Panama Canal Cristobal **Arrives:** 08:00 PM · **Departs:** 08:00 PM ### Day 30: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 31: George town, Cayman Islands **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 03:00 PM Crystalline waters, snorkeling with tame stingrays, civilian submarines: This duty-free port has it all, plus Seven Mile Beach and a charming turtle farm. Sample shore excursions: Stingray City Cruise & Island Drive; Reef & Wreck Snorkel by Boat; Scuba Adventure; Nautilus One Semi-submarine. ### Day 32: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 33: Fort Lauderdale **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM There is an abundance of things to see and do in the Ft. Lauderdale area: visit the newly redesigned Ft. Lauderdale Beach and cafes, stroll the historic Riverwalk, shop the luxurious stores on Las Olas Boulevard or adventure to the Everglades for an intriguing air boat excursion. ## Pricing Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy in USD. | Cabin Type | Starting Price | |------------|----------------| | Inside | $5,314 | | Ocean View | $5,874 | | Balcony | $7,884 | | Suite | $12,114 | ## Cabin Options ### Inside Cabins **Standard Interior Stateroom** (Code: MM) Two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our signature Mariner's Dream bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads and a host of amenities are featured in these comfortable staterooms. The configuration of staterooms may vary from the images shown. **Interior Spa Stateroom** (Code: IQ) These staterooms feature spa amenities such as yoga mats and access to spa treatments from the Greenhouse Spa & Salon. There are two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our Signature Mariner's Dream bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads and a host of amenities are... **Large/Standard Inside Stateroom** (Code: J) These spacious staterooms include two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our Signature Mariner's Dream bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads and a host of amenities. The configuration of staterooms may vary from the images shown. **Standard Interior Stateroom** (Code: M) Two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our signature Mariner's Dream bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads and a host of amenities are featured in these comfortable staterooms. The configuration of staterooms may vary from the images shown. **Large/Standard Inside Stateroom** (Code: K) These spacious staterooms include two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our Signature Mariner's Dream bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads and a host of amenities. The configuration of staterooms may vary from the images shown.. ### Outside Cabins **Large Ocean view Stateroom** (Code: E) These expansive staterooms include two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our Signature Mariner's Dream bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads, a host of amenities and an ocean view. The configuration of staterooms may vary from the images shown. **Large Ocean view Stateroom** (Code: C) These expansive staterooms include two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our Signature Mariner's Dream bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads, a host of amenities and an ocean view. The configuration of staterooms may vary from the images shown. **Large Ocean view Stateroom** (Code: D) These expansive staterooms include two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our Signature Mariner's Dream bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads, a host of amenities and an ocean view. The configuration of staterooms may vary from the images shown. **Large Ocean view Spa Stateroom** (Code: CQ) These ocean-view staterooms offer spa amenities such as yoga mats and exclusive spa treatments from the nearby Greenhouse Spa and Salon. It includes two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our signature Mariner's Dream bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, a bathtub and shower. The configurat... **Large Ocean view Stateroom** (Code: F) These expansive staterooms include two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our Signature Mariner's Dream bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads, a host of amenities and an ocean view. The configuration of staterooms may vary from the images shown. **Large Ocean view Stateroom** (Code: DD) These expansive staterooms include two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our Signature Mariner's Dream bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads, a host of amenities and an ocean view. The configuration of staterooms may vary from the images shown. ### Balcony Cabins **Verandah Stateroom** (Code: VD) Filled with light from floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a private verandah, these staterooms include a sitting area, two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our signature Mariner's Dream bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, and bath tub with premium massage showerheads. The configuration... **Verandah Spa Stateroom** (Code: VQ) These staterooms feature spa amenities such as yoga mats and access to spa treatments from the Greenhouse Spa & Salon. Filled with light from floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a private verandah, these staterooms include a sitting area, two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our Signatu... **Verandah Stateroom** (Code: V) Verandah: 2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bathtub & shower, sitting area, private verandah, floor-to-ceiling windows. Approximately 213–379 sq. ft. including verandah ### Suite Cabins **Neptune Suite** (Code: SC) Approximately 506-590 sq. ft. including verandah With floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a private verandah, these spacious suites are flooded with light. They feature a large sitting area and two lower beds convertible to one king-size bed—our signature Mariner's Dream bed with plush Euro-Top ma... **Signature Suite** (Code: SY) Approximately 273-456 sq. ft. including verandah These large, comfortable suites feature a spacious sitting area with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a private verandah, two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our signature Mariner's Dream bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, and one s... **Neptune Suite** (Code: SA) Approximately 506-590 sq. ft. including verandah With floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a private verandah, these spacious suites are flooded with light. They feature a large sitting area and two lower beds convertible to one king-size bed—our signature Mariner's Dream bed with plush Euro-Top ma... **Signature Suite** (Code: SZ) Approximately 273-456 sq. ft. including verandah These large, comfortable suites feature a spacious sitting area with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a private verandah, two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our signature Mariner's Dream bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, and one s... **Pinnacle Suite** (Code: PS) Generously proportioned and filled with light, these elegant suites include a living room, dining room, pantry with microwave and refrigerator, and floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a private verandah with whirlpool. The bedroom features a king-size bed—our Signature Mariner's Dream bed with plus... **Signature Suite** (Code: SS) These large, comfortable suites feature a spacious sitting area with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a private verandah, two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our signature Mariner's Dream bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, and one sofa bed for one person. The bathroom includes a du... **Neptune Spa Suite** (Code: SQ) Approximately 506-590 sq. ft. including verandah With floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a private verandah, these suites feature spa amenities such as yoga mats and access to spa treatments from the Greenhouse Spa & Salon. They feature a large sitting area and two lower beds convertible to one ... ## Ship Information ### Nieuw Amsterdam The second of Holland America’s Signature Class ships, Nieuw Amsterdam, celebrates historic New York City with an inspired design and art collection. While on board, rejuvenate in the tranquil Spa & Salon, play pickleball at sea, or enjoy a tantalizing meal at fine dining restaurants. When you’re in the mood for music, Billboard Onboard fills the room with chart-topping hits. #### Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Passenger Capacity | 2,106 | | Crew | 929 | | Gross Tonnage | 86,700.0 | | Length | 936.0 ft | | Total Cabins | 1,053 | ## Onboard Amenities ### Entertainment - **Billboard Onboard**: 2 pianos - 60 Years of Chart Toppers - 100s Of Songs. Sing along, test your music trivia skills or just sit back and enjoy as the hits fill the room ... - **Rolling Stone Lounge**: Dance to your favorite songs with one of the best bands at sea. From rock and pop to country and beyond, we provide the perfect playlist live, each an... - **Casino Action**: Your Holland America Line ship’s Casino offers a wide array of gaming options. Whether you prefer slot machines or want to try your hand at blackjack ... - **World Stage**: World Stage, the largest theater on board is home to a variety of performances day and night. Our exclusive EXC® Talk lecture series features captivat... - **Kids Club**: Holland America Line's youth activities program, Kids Club, offers an array of entertaining events for kids and teens ages 3-17, supervised by a full-... ### Food and Drink - **Canaletto**: In Italy, there’s nothing more important than coming together to celebrate the joy of great food. Culinary Ambassador Ethan Stowell’s expertly crafted... - **Pinnacle Grill**: Pinnacle Grill offers an elegant dining experience, combining impeccable service with a menu that highlights the best of land and sea. Each course is ... - **The Dining Room**: For an elegant breakfast, leisurely lunch or unforgettable multi-course dinner, The Dining Room is your destination. For dinner, choose from classics ... - **New York Pizza**: At New York Pizza, choose from a variety of scrumptious, 9-inch, thin-crust pies. Named for New York’s famed five boroughs, our signature pizzas are m... - **24-Hour Room Service**: Our 24-hour room service menu offers a wide-variety of complimentary and à la carte options morning, noon and night. Enjoy breakfast on your verandah ... ### Fitness - **Fitness Center**: Stop by the professionally staffed Fitness Center equipped with the latest cardio and weight machines. Try one of our classes on indoor cycling, Pilat... ### Other - **Holland America Line Navigator**: Personalize your cruise experience once you’re on the ship with our free mobile-friendly tool. Plan your daily activities, browse and purchase shore e... - **Lido Market**: Explore a world of intriguing culinary possibilities in the Lido Market. Steps from the Lido pool, this modern marketplace includes a curated selectio... ### Recreational - **Pickleball at Sea**: Play the fastest-growing sport in the U.S. with Holland America Line, the exclusive cruise line partner of the Professional Pickleball Association. Al... - **Onboard Shopping**: Enjoy a wide variety of duty-free shopping in such signature shops as The Vault, Diamonds and Gemstones by Merabella, which offers the best diamonds a... ## Ports of Call ### Buenos Aires *Coordinates: -34.6118, -58.4173* In the early 20th century, Buenos Aires, Argentina, gained immense wealth when it began shipping its pampas-raised beef around the world. It quickly entered the club of great world cities, and a slew of attractions and architectural jewels soon arose. Since that time, the capital has experienced huge swings in economic and political fortune. But Buenos Aires continues to fascinate and entertain si... ### Montevideo *Coordinates: -34.8941, -56.0675* Friendly and genteel, Montevideo honors colonial customs: long lunches, siestas, high tea. Nearby: Colonia del Sacramento, the oldest city in Uruguay (ca. 1680) and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Sample shore excursions: Colonia del Sacramento; A Gaucho's Life. ### Stanley/Falkland Is/Islas Malvinas *Coordinates: -51.701, -57.8492* The world's southernmost capital, Stanley is located in the Falklands archipelago, which consists of two main islands, East and West Falkland, along with smaller islands nearby. Stanley is proud of its British heritage, evidenced everywhere from its red telephone boxes to its pubs. The Falklands were first claimed by the English in 1765; over the centuries the Crown has had to abandon, reclaim and... ### Scenic Cruising Cape Horn ### Ushuaia, Argentina *Coordinates: -54.7833, -68.2833* Dramatic, fantastical, otherworldly—this is the end of the world, for real. Positioned at the southernmost tip of Argentina, this memorable port town is cradled between the pristine—and towering—Martial Mountains and accessed by the picturesque Beagle Channel (which was named for Darwin’s famed vessel). Ushuaia is the capital of the Tierra del Fuego region, which is best described as a spectacular... ### Beagle Channel ### Scenic Cruising Glacier Alley ### Punta Arenas, Chile *Coordinates: -53.1545, -70.9165* If Punta Arenas exudes an "edge of the world" air, it's not without reason. This windblown city near Chile's southernmost tip sits on the Strait of Magellan, which itself is positioned squarely between the Atlantic and Pacific oceans. The city has played—and continues to play—an important role in geographic, political and economic affairs in South America's so-called Southern Cone, which is formed... ### Scenic cruising Sarmiento Channel ### Cockburn Channel ### Pio XI Glacier *Coordinates: -49.2167, -74.0* ### Scenic Cruising Darwin Channel and Chilean Fjords ### Puerto Montt *Coordinates: -41.4717, -72.9369* Gateway to the scenic Lake District, a series of fragrant eucalyptus and pine forests, icy lakes, Bavarian hamlets and luminous snowcapped volcanoes. Sample shore excursions: Alerce Mountain Lodge & Lake of Reflections; Petrohué Rapids & Frutillar. ### San Antonio (Santiago), Chile *Coordinates: -33.5923, -71.6055* This large, modern port serves Chile’s capital, Santiago, a city with Spanish colonial charm and a vivacious spirit. Encircled by the Andes and the Coastal Range, Santiago is centered around the Plaza de Armas, with several of the city’s landmarks: the 18th-century Metropolitan Cathedral the Palacio de la Real Audencia from 1808, the City Hall and the National Museum of History. North of San Anton... ### Coquimbo (La Serena) *Coordinates: -29.9711, -71.3072* Coquimbo may be relatively small for a capital city (it's the seat of the Chilean province Elqui), but between its location along the Pan-American Highway and its status as an important port, Coquimbo receives quite a few domestic and international visitors. Many of them use the city as a jumping-off point from which to explore the attractions of the surrounding Elqui Valley. Reached by the Ruta d... ### General San Martin *Coordinates: -16.3979, -71.5262* General San Martin was named for José de San Martín who, nearly 200 years ago, liberated Peru from Spanish rule. This thriving harbor is your gateway to the Nazca Lines geoglyphs, the ancient spires of Macchu Picchu, and the port of Pisco. Visit the Paracas National Reserve, a refuge for seals, penguins, flamingos and more. Sample shore excursions: Ballestas Island Wildlife Sanctuary Cruise; The R... ### Callao (Lima) *Coordinates: -12.0508, -77.126* Peru's bone-dry capital (only Cairo is drier as far as national capitals go), Lima is a booming energetic metropolis built on ancient foundations millennia in the making. At first she is no looker, but scratch that parched surface below the high-rise offices and dust-settled dwellings and Lima's charms begin to shine: Strikingly preserved pre-Columbian ruins sit defiantly among modern skyscrapers,... ### Salaverry(Trujillo) *Coordinates: -8.1459, -79.0529* To the north is the "Lordiest City" of Trujillo, founded in 1535 and still rich in ornate colonial detail. At its edge, far older and long abandoned by the Chimu Indians, sits the eerie adobe metropolis of Chan Chan. Sample shore excursions: Trujillo and the Temples; Ch n Ch n Citadel/Dragon Huaca/Totora Caballitos. ### Manta *Coordinates: -0.967653, -80.7089* Just outside this tranquil coast town lie the villages where the famous Panama hats are woven. Farther afield: colonial Quito, so perfectly preserved the entire Old Town has been designated a World Heritage Site. Sample shore excursions: A Day in Quito; Manta & Montecristi. ### Fuerte Amador, Panama City *Coordinates: 8.91667, -79.5833* Located west of Panama City at the Pacific entrance to the Panama Canal, Fuerte Amador is a gateway to exploring the many faces of this unique Central American country. The impressive engineering of the canal itself is a wonder to behold; a quick trip to the Miraflores Locks' visitor center with its panoramic observation decks offers the chance to watch behemoth barges thread their way through the... ### Enter Panama Canal at Balboa ### Cruising Panama Canal ### Exit Panama Canal Cristobal ### George town, Cayman Islands *Coordinates: 19.3022, -81.3857* Crystalline waters, snorkeling with tame stingrays, civilian submarines: This duty-free port has it all, plus Seven Mile Beach and a charming turtle farm. Sample shore excursions: Stingray City Cruise & Island Drive; Reef & Wreck Snorkel by Boat; Scuba Adventure; Nautilus One Semi-submarine. ### Fort Lauderdale *Coordinates: 26.0966, -80.1241* There is an abundance of things to see and do in the Ft. Lauderdale area: visit the newly redesigned Ft. Lauderdale Beach and cafes, stroll the historic Riverwalk, shop the luxurious stores on Las Olas Boulevard or adventure to the Everglades for an intriguing air boat excursion. ## Booking Information - **Book This Cruise:** https://pirate.travel/cruise/2313741 - **Compare Prices:** CruisePirate compares prices across multiple booking channels - **Price Alerts:** Set up alerts for price drops on this sailing - **Support:** Contact our AI-powered cruise assistant for personalized recommendations ### Why Book with CruisePirate? - Real-time price comparison across booking channels - AI-powered cruise recommendations - Transparent pricing with no hidden fees - Expert cruise search and filtering --- ## Technical Metadata - **Canonical URL:** https://pirate.travel/cruise/2313741 - **Markdown URL:** https://pirate.travel/cruise/2313741.md - **API Endpoint:** https://pirate.travel/api/cruises/2313741/ - **Primary Image:** https://images.cruisepirate.ai/v3/static/cruise-lines/holland-america-line/nieuw-amsterdam/other/74979.webp - **Data Source:** CruisePirate Cruise Database - **Last Updated:** 2026-10-19 23:27:26 UTC