Name: 21-Day Southern Caribbean & Panama Canal: Abc Islands
Brand: Holland America Line
Rating: 4.2 (5 reviews)

Overview

Step aboard Oosterdam in Fort Lauderdale and set course for North America and South America on this 16-night cruise with Holland America Line. Calling at Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Salaverry, and Coquimbo among 3 ports, this cruise is packed with opportunities to explore. Between the port calls and the sea days, Holland America Line takes care of the details - leaving you free to simply enjoy the journey. Available from £2,358 per person - a fantastic opportunity to explore North America and South America aboard the Oosterdam.

Holland America Line

Holland America Line, which has been sailing for 150 years, visits 400 ports in 114 countries every year. Dutch heritage shines through in some of the $4million-worth of artwork to be seen onboard, complimenting the luxurious cruise experience.

Live music remains HAL's forte, with venues including the Rolling Stone Rock room and BB King's Blues Club. For foodies, a wide range of restaurants serve the finest of fayre.

Cruise Itinerary

Day 1

Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Fort Lauderdale, known as the "Venice of America," offers a wealth of attractions and activities for visitors before or after embarking on a cruise. Explore the picturesque canals aboard a water taxi, admiring the luxurious waterfront homes and lush landscapes. Hit the vibrant shops and restaurants along Las Olas Boulevard, where culinary delights and boutique finds await. Relax on the sun-drenched beaches, from bustling Fort Lauderdale Beach to the serene Hugh Taylor Birch State Park. For cultural immersion, visit the Bonnet House Museum & Gardens or the NSU Art Museum, showcasing diverse collections of art and history.

Day 2

At sea

Day 3

Grand Cayman

Day 4

At sea

Days 5-6

Fuerte Amador

Day 7

At sea

Day 8

Manta

The breathtaking destination of Manta, where the Pacific caresses its sandy shores and the verdant cliffs offer a mesmerizing backdrop. The climate, a tropical delight, ensures year-round warmth, making it a haven for those escaping colder realms. Manta thrives on providing an authentic local experience, far from the usual tourist paths, where traditions are not just observed but are a vibrant part of daily life. The lively Montecristi, known for its handwoven Panama hats, a misnomer that speaks to the local craftsmanship, punctuates this genuine slice of Ecuador. Here, every breeze carries a story, every corner a local legend, offering more than just a visit but an immersion.

Day 9

At sea

Day 10

Salaverry

Days 11-12

Callao

Day 13

General San Martin

Days 14-15

At sea

Day 16

Coquimbo

Day 17

San Antonio

San Antonio greets you with its serene landscapes, from the sun-kissed River Walk to the historic Alamo, setting the stage for a genuine local experience. The warm, inviting climate year-round enhances the area's unique charm, perfect for those looking to immerse themselves in the true essence of Texan life. Here, tradition thrives in the bustling markets and lively festivals, offering a vivid display of authentic Texan customs and a departure from typical tourist destinations. A unique fact about San Antonio is that it hosts the largest mariachi festival in the world every year, a true spectacle of local sound and color.

Day 1

Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Day 2

At sea

Day 3

Grand Cayman

Day 4

At sea

Days 5-6

Fuerte Amador

Day 7

At sea

Day 8

Manta

Day 9

At sea

Day 10

Salaverry

Days 11-12 Callao

Callao

Day 13

General San Martin

Days 14-15 At sea

At sea

Day 16

Coquimbo

Day 17

San Antonio

1964

Passengers

817

Crew

2003

Launched

2018

Last refit

82305t

Tonnage

285m

Length

32m

Width

24kts

Speed

Decks

USD

Currency

Oosterdam

Oosterdam, a Vista Class cruise ship, brings high style to the high seas with thoughtful upgrades and stunning artwork. Guests will have plenty to do on board when not taking in expansive views or stretching out in spacious staterooms.

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Customer reviews

Reviews

Just amazing

Auckland to Sydney with stop in Hobart, Tasmania. Loved Westerdam and of course, the scenery was amazing - especially the 3 fjords.

Holland America Line Westerdam

Reviews

The Cruise Director and staff kept us feeling joyful, fulfilled, cared for, pampered, fed superbly, amused, and much more.

We are 3 seniors and we dared to explore through our exciting excursions. The service on the ship was second to none. The Cruise Director and staff made us feel welcome at every turn. They made us feel like we were the only ones they were serving. We have experienced some great cruises, but this was exceptional. It's not always about the destination. Sometimes, like this cruise, it was about what was happening on the ship. The various entertainment was outstanding. The food was excellent. There was nothing about this cruise that was shabby.

Holland America Line Rotterdam

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Holland America Alaskan Cruise

Excellent navigated cruise especially through Glacier Bay where we were given great information by local arrangers who came aboard . Also College fjoyd where we crept up slowly as close as we dare to see and hear the calving while the captain turned a full 360 degrees.

Holland America Line Nieuw Amsterdam

Reviews

It had it all

New Zealand was a beautiful destination and Holland America made it a seemless holiday with great food, service and amenities.

Holland America Line Noordam

Reviews

Everything is extra

We didn't opt for the 'Have it all' package as we don't drink much and thought it expensive, especially for a 38 day trans-Pacific cruise! But by the time you added up the cost of drinks, coffees, shore excursion discounts, speciality dining nights, wifi and gratuities that would have come with the package perhaps it was a false economy? All of these were stupidly expensive. Gratuities for our cabin for the cruise was over $1000, added to our bill without prior knowledge (steep considering 18% gratuities was added to every drinks bill). There were so many things that were charged extra throughout the ship. Yoga and spinning classes at $20, bridge visits, galley visits (over $100! I remember them being free), craft classes, several items on the menu every night as extras! People joked that they'd charge for toilet paper if they could. The cruise ended up being so much more expensive than. Buyer beware.

Holland America Line Noordam

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A fabulous cruise

We went on the Koningsdam after our tour of Canada. The ship was beautiful and we saw so much wildlife life. It was absolutely fantastic

Holland America Line Koningsdam

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False advertisement and no customer service

Booked a cruise with HA, thinking they offer nice excusions. At the time of the booking they all seemed available. Day after booking I have discovered there is literally none left, besides basic walking city tours for over 100 USD! In short, I cannot even spend my onshore excusions credit with them. I have written so many emails and called so many times trying to find a solution, but they dont return any answer.. My phone bill is probably over 500 USD after one month of this now. I simply hate HA at this point of time. On top of it, they website is super buggy - hundreds of error messages, you cannot check out, you see things as available which are not, and and and... And they also advertise wrong prices - e.g. Have it all package for 55 USD a day, and when you try to check out it magically becomes 65 USD a day.

Holland America Line Nieuw Statendam

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2024-01-14 12:05:45

A wonderful way to see Indonesia and Malaysia from Singapore. This was a special time, especially the tours on the many ports of call. Quite naturally one compares it with the best of my many previous cruises, and that`s when improvements spring to mind. What was missing was the daytime activities and evening entertainments to stimulate the senses. Regular Holland America cruisers, of which there are many, insist that classical music and educational speakers were the norm before covid. If the latter had been in evidence, then a great cruise could have been an amazing one. Our tours were expensive, and although some tour guides were exceptional, sadly some were very poor. Holland America does not ask for feedback, so presumably no opportunity to reward the best whilst eliminating the seriously bad. Thank you Holland America, and in particular the majority of the service staff, who went out of their way to ensure our well being.

Holland America Line Westerdam