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Nieuw Amsterdam

7-Day Glacier Discovery Southbound

May 23, 2027 – May 30, 20277 nightsWhittier to Vancouver

7-Day Glacier Discovery Southbound is a 7-night Holland America Line cruise on Nieuw Amsterdam, sailing May 23, 2027 from Whittier to Vancouver. It calls at Whittier, Alaska, Skagway, Alaska, Juneau, Alaska, Ketchikan, Alaska and Vancouver, B.C.. The lowest current fare is $1,399 per person for Inside. Taxes & fees included. Gratuities extra, about $18 per person per day ($20 in suites). Included with the fare: Elite Beverage Package upgrade, Premium Wi-Fi upgrade, Prepaid crew appreciation, Up to 3 nights of specialty dining, Up to $300 shore excursion credit and $99 deposit.

Length
7 nights
Departs
May 23, 2027, Whittier
Returns
May 30, 2027, Vancouver
Ports of call
5
Days at sea
0
Ship
Nieuw Amsterdam

What's included

  • Elite Beverage Package upgrade
  • Premium Wi-Fi upgrade
  • Prepaid crew appreciation
  • Up to 3 nights of specialty dining
  • Up to $300 shore excursion credit
  • $99 deposit

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Offers on this sailing

  • Have It All - Our Premium Cruise Package

Highlights

  • Cruising Hubbard Glacier
  • Glacier Bay
  • Scenic Cruising The Inside Passage

Itinerary

Whittier, AlaskaSkagway, AlaskaJuneau, AlaskaKetchikan, AlaskaVancouver, B.C.
  1. Day 1May 23

    Whittier, Alaska, United States

    Depart 7:30 PM

    Embark

    Whittier, Alaska
  2. Day 2May 24

    Cruising Hubbard Glacier

    Arrive 3:00 PMDepart 6:00 PM

    Scenic cruising

  3. Day 3May 25

    Glacier Bay

    Arrive 8:30 AMDepart 5:30 PM

    Scenic cruising

  4. Day 4May 26

    Skagway, Alaska, United States

    Arrive 5:30 AMDepart 9:00 PM

    About Skagway, Alaska

    At the height of the Klondike Gold Rush, the port town of Skagway served as the primary gateway to the legendary gold fields, and quickly grew into Alaska's largest settlement. It was then a raucous frontier hub packed with trading posts, saloons and guesthouses.

  5. Day 5May 27

    Juneau, Alaska, United States

    Arrive 7:00 AMDepart 4:30 PM

    About Juneau, Alaska

    Juneau, Alaska's capital, is accessible only by air and sea, due to the rugged mountain terrain that surrounds the city. It has been a world-class travel destination since the early 1900's. The city has plenty to offer the outdoor adventurer.

    Juneau
  6. Day 6May 28

    Ketchikan, Alaska, United States

    Arrive 11:00 AMDepart 7:00 PM

    About Ketchikan, Alaska

    Ketchikan is a picturesque coastal town with a colorful frontier history, standing at the southern entrance to Alaska's famed Inside Passage. It began as a salmon cannery in 1885, built by company employee Mike Martin at the mouth of Ketchikan Creek.

    Ketchikan
  7. Day 7May 29

    Scenic Cruising The Inside Passage

    Scenic cruising

  8. Day 8May 30

    Vancouver, B.C., Canada

    Arrive 7:00 AM

    Disembark

    Lions Gate Bridge and the harbor in Vancouver

Nieuw Amsterdam

Nieuw Amsterdam is a Holland America Line Signature class ship carrying up to 2,106 guests. Staterooms include Inside and Ocean View, Verandah and Signature types, plus Neptune Suite and Pinnacle Suite options. Dining features Canaletto and Morimoto By Sea, with the Pinnacle Grill and Tamarind also available for meals aboard.

Guests
2,106
Year built
2010
Dining and venues
  • Dining Room
  • Canaletto
  • Morimoto By Sea
  • Morimoto By Sea Sushi
  • Pinnacle Grill
  • Tamarind
  • Lido Market
  • 24-Hour Room Service
  • Dive-In
  • New York Pizza & Deli
  • Crow’s Nest Café
  • Crow’s Nest Bar
  • Lido Bar
  • Pinnacle Bar
  • Ocean Bar
  • Tamarind Bar
  • Sea View Bar
  • Art Studio
  • Casino
  • Game Room
  • Kids Club
  • High Score!
  • Library
  • Meeting Rooms
  • Pickleball
  • Sport Court
  • The Shops
  • Effy Fine Jewelry
  • Art Gallery
  • Photo Gallery
  • Portrait Studio
  • Lido Pool
  • Sea View Pool
  • Hydropool
  • Hot Tubs
  • Spa & Salon
  • Retreat Cabanas
  • Fitness Center
  • Neptune Lounge

Videos

  • Staterooms and suites

  • Casino

  • Entertainment

  • Spa and salon

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Deck plans

Open effective after September 20 2026 plan (PDF)

effective after September 20 2026
Nieuw Amsterdam, effective after September 20 2026 deck plan

Staterooms

Per person, double occupancy

  • Inside, Nieuw Amsterdam

    Inside

    Inside (143–225 sq ft)

    These comfortable 143–225 sq. ft. staterooms feature ample storage space and two beds that convert to one queen-size bed — our signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush euro-top mattress — premium massage showerheads and a host of amenities.

    $1,399

  • Ocean View, Nieuw Amsterdam

    Ocean View

    Ocean View

    With a view of the ocean through a window or porthole, these expansive staterooms include a sitting area, two beds that convert to one queen-size bed — our signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush euro-top mattress — premium massage showerheads, and a host of amenities.

    $1,639$1,659

Prices per person, double occupancy. Taxes & fees included. Gratuities extra, about $18 per person per day ($20 in suites).

Dates and prices

7 nights, 7-Day Glacier Discovery Southbound

On Nieuw Amsterdam

Same itinerary on other ships

Similar sailings

Holland America Line, Alaska, about 7 nights

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Questions about 7-Day Glacier Discovery Southbound on Nieuw Amsterdam

How much does the 7-Day Glacier Discovery Southbound cruise on Nieuw Amsterdam cost?

Fares start at $1,399 per person (Inside). Lowest current fare by cabin type: Inside $1,399 and Ocean View $1,639. Taxes & fees included. Gratuities extra, about $18 per person per day ($20 in suites).

Where does this cruise leave from and what does it visit?

Departs Whittier and ends in Vancouver. Ports: Whittier, Alaska, Skagway, Alaska, Juneau, Alaska, Ketchikan, Alaska and Vancouver, B.C..

What is included in the fare?

Included: Elite Beverage Package upgrade, Premium Wi-Fi upgrade, Prepaid crew appreciation, Up to 3 nights of specialty dining, Up to $300 shore excursion credit and $99 deposit. Taxes & fees included. Gratuities extra, about $18 per person per day ($20 in suites).

What is the cheapest date for this cruise?

Of 36 dates with a current fare, May 30, 2027 on Westerdam is lowest at $839 per person.

How do I book this cruise?

Send a request and an advisor confirms the current fare and availability and books it for you. You do not pay on the website.

Inside$1,399