Holland America Nieuw Amsterdam: 4-Night Pacific Coastal Cruise from San Diego

Dine in your choice of specialty restaurant. Explore the Natural World with BBC Earth in Concert on board. Spoil yourself with a massage or other treats at the Greenhouse Spa & Salon®. Enjoy recent-release films in the movie theater on select ships or in the comfort of your stateroom. Showcasing music, song, dance, comedy and more, the World Stage presents a myriad of performances.

* Port order and/or content may vary by sailing date.

Itinerary

Day 1: San Diego, California, Us
Day 2: At Sea
Day 3: At Sea
Day 4: Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
Day 5: Vancouver, B.C., Ca

Itinerary Ports

When you cruise to Vancouver, encounter unique ports of call that are rich in history, culture and natural beauty.

SAN DIEGO

The Port of San Diego is the fourth largest port in California and is  is located right in downtown San Diego. Major cruise lines depart from the B Street Pier Terminal which is located a 10-minute drive from San Diego International Airport (SAN) and San Diego Station (Amtrak) and is easily accessible from major freeways.  The Embarcadero and nearby areas offer plenty of options for paid parking during your cruise. Cruise lines embark to destinations such as the Mexican Riviera, Hawaii, the California Coast and the Panama Canal.

Victoria Canada

Victoria, capital of British Columbia, sits on the southern end of Vancouver Island, framed by an attractive harbour and surrounded by grand buildings. With abundant parkland, it’s known for outdoor activities. The city's British colonial past shows in its Victorian architecture, including stately Craigdarroch Castle mansion. Butchart Gardens, with 55 acres of vivid floral displays, plus statuary, water features and a carousel, is one of many formal gardens in the city.

Vancouver Canada

Vancouver is the ideal home port to begin or end an Alaskan adventure. Blessed with stunning vistas and exciting activities, Vancouver offers the perfect blend of urban and natural experiences. Vancouver is a must for any cruise itinerary, and because it's a compact, walkable city right on the edge of nature, adding on just a couple of extra days to explore will give you an authentic taste of what makes this place so attractive to visitors. Located in the heart of Vancouver’s waterfront, 'Canada Place' (cruise terminal) can service up to three luxury cruise ships at any given time.

Ship Information

The second of the Signature-class ships, ms Nieuw Amsterdam celebrates historic New York City, once called Nieuw Amsterdam, with its inspired design and an art collection valued at more than $3 million. While on board enjoy cooking classes and hands-on workshops from America’s Test Kitchen. Hone your video-editing skills at a Digital Workshop powered by Windows®. Dine in your choice of specialty restaurants. Or rejuvenate in the Greenhouse Spa & Salon.

Why Choose This Itinerary?

  1. Glacier Viewing — Alaska’s glaciers were meant to be admired. That’s why every Alaska cruise from Vancouver includes at least one glacier viewing experience to either Glacier Bay National Park or Endicott Arm & Dawes Glacier.
  2. VictoriaVictoria is a unique combination of old-world charm, modern luxuries, and outdoor adventure. It really is one of those "something for everyone" destinations. There are historic attractions, including the Royal BC Museum, the Butchart Gardens, and the Inner Harbour/Parliament Buildings.
  3. A Visit to Vancouver — From Chinatown to Stanley Park, uncover old-world history amidst new-age living in Vancouver before or after your Alaska cruise.

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