Panama Canal – San Juan to Miami Zuiderdam 2026-02-27

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Your itinerary

San Diego, California
At Sea
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Puerto Vallarta
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Huatulco
Puerto Chiapas
Puerto Quetzal
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Fuerte Amador, Panama City
Fuerte Amador, Panama City
Enter Panama Canal at Balboa
Transit Panama Canal
Exit Panama Canal Cristobal
Cartagena, Colombia
At Sea
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Half Moon Cay
Miami

Day 1

27th Feb '26

San Diego, California

Easygoing San Diego embodies the Southern California surfer town fantasy, with its more than 300 days of sun, mild year-round temperatures and accessible, sporty pastimes and tourist attractions. Cruise to San Diego and hike the Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve to get a glimpse of whale migrations, go sailing in the bay and, of course, surf the famous swells of Del Mar, Oceanside and La Jolla (among many other superb spots). Cruise from San Diego and explore the sixth-largest city in the United States. Discover San Diego’s distinctive neighborhoods on a San Diego shore excursion. Visit Old Town, North Park, Point Loma and Coronado are all within a few miles of the port, while the bustling Gaslamp Quarter and Little Italy are within walking distance. And while there are lots of things to do for everyone on a San Diego Cruise—from visiting the country’s largest urban park to taking in the famous horse-racing season in Del Mar to riding the charming Old Town Trolley—definitely don’t pass up the chance to investigate San Diego’s quickly growing reputation as a culinary destination. Its inventive new restaurants and huge craft-brewing industry are something to be explored. More

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Day 2

28th Feb '26

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1st Mar '26

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Day 4

2nd Mar '26

Puerto Vallarta

Unique compared to Acapulco, Cancún, Zihuatanejo and several other coastal resort towns in Mexico—many of which were created by the government as planned communities—Puerto Vallarta (“PV” to locals), on the Pacific Ocean, retains quite a bit of its colonial-era charm. Its town square, Plaza de Armas, and the gorgeous parish church of Our Lady of Guadalupe, topped with an ornate crown and overlooking the port, serve as the loveliest representations of bygone ages. While on your Puerto Vallarta cruise, we take you alongside these echoes of the past are more modern attractions, including an ambitious public art project along the seaside walkway (the malecón) and trendy restaurants such as La Leche, serving contemporary Mexican cuisine. Round these out with plenty of fun-in-the-sun outdoor activities on and along Banderas Bay (whale-watching! snorkeling! jet-skiing!), excursions that reveal the best of Puerto Vallartas flora and fauna, and a side trip to one of Mexicos pueblos mágicos (magical towns, a designation conferred by the government to recognize smaller towns that possess historical and cultural value), and youd be hard-pressed to find a more pleasant place to spend part of your cruise to Puerto Vallarta. More

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Day 5

3rd Mar '26

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Day 6

4th Mar '26

Huatulco

Everything you ever wanted in a seaside resort: warm sun, sandy beaches and nine beautiful bays rimmed in every shade of blue. Nearby: low-growth caducifolia jungles teeming with birdlife and the nesting grounds of endangered sea turtles. Sample shore excursions: Five Bays by Catamaran; Horseback Riding; Bird-watching Eco Tour; ATV Jungle Adventure. More

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Day 7

5th Mar '26

Puerto Chiapas

The southernmost port on Mexico’s Pacific coast, Puerto Chiapas is named for the state in which it is located. It is relatively new, built in 1975, and is the primary hub from which the region’s agricultural goods, including coffee, are sent abroad. For travelers arriving by cruise ship, the town of Puerto Chiapas is a jumping-off point to explore surrounding areas, including Tapachula, the second-largest city in the state of Chiapas. In addition to visiting the coffee estates and banana and cacao plantations of the area, day trips include excursions to Maya sites such as Izapa. Although not as well known as some of the Maya sites of southern and eastern Mexico, such as the UNESCO World Heritage Site Chichén Itzá, Izapa is impressive nonetheless. In addition to its interesting location—it sits along a river and is aligned with a volcano (the sixth-tallest mountain in Mexico)—archaeologists have found numerous stelae and evidence that it was the largest Maya site in Chiapas. While in the area, don’t miss the opportunity to sample the cuisine of Chiapas, which is influenced heavily by the Maya. One typical dish is tasajo, a thinly sliced beef steak marinated in a sauce made with achiote (also known as annatto) and chili. More

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Day 8

6th Mar '26

Puerto Quetzal

In the cultured little country of Guatemala modern Maya still weave their stories on backstrap looms, and the great stone temples of Tikal stand in silent testament to ancient Mayan ingenuity. Sample shore excursions: Casa Santa Domingo & Antigua; Lake Atitlan & Highlands; Finca Coffee Plantation Tour; Tikal Expedition by Air. More

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Day 9

7th Mar '26

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Day 10

8th Mar '26

Fuerte Amador, Panama City

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 Frank Gehry–designed natural-history museum dedicated to Panamas ecological marvels. And Fuerte Amador sits within easy taxi distance of Panama City, the bustling, multicultural capital metropolis where visitors can wander a conquistador-era UNESCO World Heritage Site, sip coffee in street cafés and peruse modern malls. For a rural escape, it only takes an hour or two by car to trade the city for the tropical rain forests of Soberanía National Park, where an aerial tram carries passengers through treetops, or to meet Emberá tribespeople in their traditional village along the Chagres River. More

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Day 11

9th Mar '26

Fuerte Amador, Panama City

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9th Mar '26

Enter Panama Canal at Balboa

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9th Mar '26

Transit Panama Canal

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9th Mar '26

Exit Panama Canal Cristobal

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Day 12

10th Mar '26

Cartagena, Colombia

Its official name is Cartagena de Indias—or “Cartagena of the Indies”—but call it Cartagena for short. The formal name hints at this Colombian citys colonial relationship with Spain; it was founded in 1533 and named after the mother countrys Cartagena. Colombia declared independence in 1810, but theres plenty about its fifth-largest city that evokes old Spain, including the impressive fort of Castillo San Felipe de Barajas, and the wall that encloses the old town, one of the few intact structures of its kind in the Americas. Both were considered important enough to inscribe on UNESCOs list of World Heritage Sites in 1984. They may be historical artifacts, but the fortress and wall arent merely tourist attractions; they are central to daily life here. Take a stroll and youll see couples sitting atop the wall, locked in passionate embraces; parents watching their children walk it like a balance beam; and friends chatting while enjoying the Caribbean breeze. Along with history, theres cultural and culinary intrigue here, too. This colorful city was a muse of the late Nobel Prize–winning writer Gabriel García Márquez, and is increasingly being recognized outside Colombia for its cuisine, which takes many cues from Caribbean ingredients. (Dont leave without trying the coconut rice.) More

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Day 13

11th Mar '26

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12th Mar '26

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Day 15

13th Mar '26

Half Moon Cay

The Caribbean is full of tropical wonders and natural beauty. But there’s nothing like Half Moon Cay, our pristine private island paradise in the Bahamas. Cruise to the Bahamas with Holland America Line and discover the most stunning, highest-rated private-island experience in the region, Half Moon Cay. This island has won Porthole Cruise Magazine’s Best Private Island award 17 consecutive years, and was also named the best in Travel Weeklys Readers Choice Awards. As soon as your toes touch that powdery white sand and your eyes settle on the perfect blue-crystal clear water, you’ll understand why this island is one of the most sought out destinations. Whether you are planning a romantic getaway or a family vacation, book a Bahamas cruise and explore Half Moon Cays beautiful beaches, exciting cruise excursions, exclusive beach cabanas and more. More

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Day 16

14th Mar '26

Miami

Because of its many canals and waterways, Ft. Lauderdale is sometimes called the Venice of America. Its home to the annual Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, one of the largest in-water boat shows in the world; which is one of the many reasons our Fort Lauderdale cruise guests love visiting here. Guests can easily get a taste of the areas nautical lifestyle by cruising the Intracoastal Waterway on an old-fashioned paddle wheeler. Other options include hopping aboard one of the popular water taxis or Venetian gondolas that glide down the historic New River, which flows right through town. While Ft. Lauderdale is often overshadowed by its flashy neighbor, Miami, the port city is expanding rapidly as major developers and high-end resorts build up the beachfront and surrounding neighborhoods. Visitors will find world-class shopping on famous Las Olas Boulevard, celebrated restaurants and a cultural explosion in the Riverwalk Arts & Entertainment District. Its clear that Ft. Lauderdale is solidifying its place as a sophisticated destination, and one of the reasons our Fort Lauderdale cruises are a popular choice for many vacation goers. More

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Your ship - The Zuiderdam

Classic nautical finishes, modern amenities and a spectacular art collection make Zuiderdam a continued favourite in the Holland America fleet.

Numerous enrichment and entertainment activities keep guests going from the moment they wake on this cruise ship.
When it comes to dining, there are options for everyone, from steak at the Pinnacle Grill to burgers and fries at Dive-In to exquisite Italian cuisine at Canaletto.

Hear your favourite tunes all evening long at music clubs, such as the Rolling Stone Lounge and Billboard Onboard.

Lincoln Center Stage

B.B.King’s Blues Club

BBC Earth in Concert

Explorations Central

Microsoft Studio

Billboard Onboard

Cantare

World Stage

Greenhouse Spa & Salon

Casino Action

Club Hal

bar

basketball-court

dining-sel-de-mer

explorer lounge

fitness

Mixx-Bar

high-score-skeeball

ocean bar

bars-and-lounges

pianoBar

rudi sel de mer

roulette-casino

shops

slots-casino

Zuiderdam

Description
Recreational
Other
Relaxation
Fitness
Entertainment
Food and Drink

Classic nautical finishes, modern amenities and a spectacular art collection make Zuiderdam a continued favourite in the Holland America fleet.

Hear your favourite tunes all evening long at music clubs, such as the Rolling Stone Lounge and Billboard Onboard.

Club HAL
Golf Simulator
Indoor Pool
Library
Outdoor Pool
The Loft

Art Gallery
Atrium
Concierge
Culinary Arts Center
Duty-free shop
Future Cruise Sales
Observation Deck
Photo Gallery
Shops
Shore Excursion Office

Beauty Salon
Greenhouse Spa & Salon
Hydro Massage Pool
Lido Pool
Spa
Thermal Suite
Whirlpool

Basketball
Fitness Center
Gym
Pickleball

Crow’s Nest
Explorers Lounge
Neptune Lounge
Night Club
Photo Gallery
Queen’s Show Lounge
Theatre

Bar
Canaletto Restaurant
Explorations Cafe
Grill
Lido Bar
Lido Casual Restaurant
Piano Bar
Pinnacle Grill
Sports Bar
Sports Bar
The Verandah
Vista Dining Room

Description

Classic nautical finishes, modern amenities and a spectacular art collection make Zuiderdam a continued favourite in the Holland America fleet.

Hear your favourite tunes all evening long at music clubs, such as the Rolling Stone Lounge and Billboard Onboard.

Recreational

Club HAL
Golf Simulator
Indoor Pool
Library
Outdoor Pool
The Loft

Other

Art Gallery
Atrium
Concierge
Culinary Arts Center
Duty-free shop
Future Cruise Sales
Observation Deck
Photo Gallery
Shops
Shore Excursion Office

Relaxation

Beauty Salon
Greenhouse Spa & Salon
Hydro Massage Pool
Lido Pool
Spa
Thermal Suite
Whirlpool

Fitness

Basketball
Fitness Center
Gym
Pickleball

Entertainment

Crow’s Nest
Explorers Lounge
Neptune Lounge
Night Club
Photo Gallery
Queen’s Show Lounge
Theatre

Food and Drink

Bar
Canaletto Restaurant
Explorations Cafe
Grill
Lido Bar
Lido Casual Restaurant
Piano Bar
Pinnacle Grill
Sports Bar
Sports Bar
The Verandah
Vista Dining Room

Staterooms

outside

Approximately 174–180 sq. ft. These large staterooms include two lower beds convertible to one q ... ueen-size bed—our Signature Mariner’s Dream bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads and a host of amenities. The view is fully obstructed. The configuration of staterooms may vary from the images shown.

inside

Large or Standard: 2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, shower. Approximately 151–233 s ... q. ft

suite

Approximately 372–384 sq. ft. including verandah These large, comfortable suites feature a spaci ... ous 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 dual-sink vanity, full-size whirlpool bath and shower, and an additional shower stall. The configuration of staterooms may vary from the images shown.

balcony

Approximately 212–359 sq. ft. including verandah 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 of staterooms may vary from the images shown.