Refund schedule for guests with bookings made in US$, CA$, or AU$: Bookings Opened November 5, 2025, or Later, for Voyages Summer 2026 or Later (Including Europe March 2026 or Later, Alaska and Canada / New England April 2026 or Later): Cruise L…

The daily Crew Appreciation is $17. 00 USD* per guest per day for non-suite stateroom guests and $19. 00 USD* per guest per day for suite guests.

Women cannot have begun their 24th week of pregnancy at any time before or during the cruise. If you are pregnant or sailing with a guest who is pregnant they must provide a physician’s letter stating the expected due date, medical fitness to travel and the pregnancy is not high risk.

MinorAccompany policy

Holland America Line's youth activities program, Club HAL, offers an array of entertaining events for kids and teens ages 3-17, supervised by a full-time, professionally trained staff.

Smoking is not permitted in staterooms and most other indoor areas. For those who smoke, there are selected areas where smoking is permitted and this information will be communicated to you onboard .

Nieuw Amsterdam

7-Night 7-Day Glacier Discovery Southbound Cruise from Whittier

Signature Class · Nieuw Amsterdam

Whittier, Alaska, US, Glacier Bay, and Skagway, Alaska, US

Sails Sun, May 23, 20277 nightsCruiseOnly

One-wayWhittier, Alaska, USVancouver, BC, CA · 6 ports

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$1,134pp

$162 / night avg · taxes & fees included

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Your 7-night itinerary

6 ports and 2 sea days on this sailing.

Itinerary map — Whittier, Alaska, US → Glacier Bay → Skagway, Alaska, US → Juneau, Alaska, US → Ketchikan, Alaska, US → Vancouver, B.C., CA

Day 11
Whittier, Alaska, USEmbark
Departs 7:30 PM
Port guide
Day 22
At seaSea day
Cruising Hubbard Glacier
Day 33
Glacier Bay
Arrives 8:30 AM · Departs 5:30 PM
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Day 44
Skagway, Alaska, US
Arrives 5:30 AM · Departs 9:00 PM
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Day 55
Juneau, Alaska, US
Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 4:30 PM
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Day 66
Ketchikan, Alaska, US
Arrives 11:00 AM · Departs 7:00 PM
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Day 77
At seaSea day
Scenic Cruising The Inside Passage
Day 88
Vancouver, B.C., CADisembark
Arrives 7:00 AM
Port guide

Cabins & suites

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$1,134$162 / night
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Ocean View
$1,434$205 / night

Ship experience

Onboard dining, entertainment, and venues

About this ship

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.

Ports of call

Where you stop and how long you stay

Whittier, Alaska, US
Day 1
Port guide
Whittier, Alaska, US
Glacier Bay
Day 3
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Glacier Bay
Skagway, Alaska, US
Day 4
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Skagway, Alaska, US
Juneau, Alaska, US
Day 5
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Juneau, Alaska, US
Ketchikan, Alaska, US
Day 6
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Ketchikan, Alaska, US
Vancouver, B.C., CA
Day 8
Port guide
Vancouver, B.C., CA

What's included & extra

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Included

Main dining rooms — Traditional complimentary dining
Pools & fitness — Ship amenities vary by vessel
Dining
Entertainment & Nightlife

Extra cost

Explorer's Lounge — The Explorer’s Lounge is an elegant and refined space to enjoy a glass of wine, a cocktail, or your
Tamarind Bar — Which is more delightful: the apple-pear saketini in your chilled glass or views of the sun going do
Ocean Bar — Enjoy live music in this popular bar perfect for pre-dinner cocktails.
Gallery Bar — This sophisticated venue is adorned with an eclectic and whimsical mix of artwork including portrait
Casino — From perennially popular slot machines and blackjack tables to the latest in sophisticated gaming, t
Casino — Holland America Line ship’s Casino offers a wide array of gaming options. Whether you prefer slot machines or want to tr
Paradise Lotto — Enter the Paradise Lotto drawing and you could walk away with a jackpot prize worth over $300,000. P
Wellness — Stop by the professionally staffed Fitness Center equipped with the latest cardio and weight machines. Try one of the cl

Policies & FAQ

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Ship specifications

Bars / Lounges: 6
Beam: 106 ft (32.2 m)
Crew Nationality: International
Dining / Restaurants: 7
Elevator / Lift: 10
Fitness Center: Yes
Gross Tonnage: 86,700 grt.
Kids Friendly: Yes
Last Refurbished: December, 2023
Maiden Voyage: July, 2010
Maximum Speed: 23.9 knots
Non Smoking Dining: Yes
Non Smoking Ship: No
Number of Crew: 929
Number of Decks: 12
Number of Pools: 3
Number of Staterooms: 1,053
Number of Suites: 114
Officer's Nationality: Dutch
Passenger Capacity: 2,106
Registry: The Netherlands
Ship Class: Signature Class
Ship Length: 936 ft (285.3 m)
Spa: Yes
Teen Club: Yes
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes

Prices shown are per person, based on double occupancy, and include taxes and port fees where available. Gratuities and optional extras are not included. All fares are subject to availability and may change. Final pricing will be confirmed at time of booking.