36-day Inca coast discovery collectors’ Voyage

Trip Code:59859
(AUD) Twin Share from $7,249pp
Days 37
Nights 36

36-night South America cruise from San Diego, California to Buenos Aires, Argentina aboard Nieuw Amsterdam.

Calling at Cabo San Lucas, Huatulco, Puerto Quetzal, Puntarenas, Manta, Salaverry, Callao, General San Martin, Arica, Coquimbo, San Antonio, Puerto Montt, Puerto Chacabuco, Pio XI Glacier, Strait of Magellan, Punta Arenas, Cockburn Channel, Beagle Channel, Daylight cruising Glacier Alley, Ushuaia, Falkland Islands, Montevideo and Buenos Aires, with 10 days at sea. 24 ports of call across California, Mexico, Guatemala, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Peru, Chile, Argentina and Uruguay.

Nieuw Amsterdam is a Holland America Line Signature-class ship that entered service in 2010, carrying around 2,100 guests. Her art collection celebrates New York City — the original Nieuw Amsterdam — alongside the line’s hallmarks of spacious staterooms, the Greenhouse Spa and refined dining.

Stateroom categories range from Interior to Pinnacle Suite.

  • 12 Oct 2027 – 17 Nov 2027
    from $7,249 pp twin share *

Additional Pricing Information

  • Interior from $7,249 pp twin share
  • Ocean View from $7,899 pp twin share
  • Verandah from $10,399 pp twin share
  • Signature Suite from $16,749 pp twin share
  • Neptune Suite from $21,799 pp twin share
  • Pinnacle Suite from $43,689 pp twin share

* Prices and category availability are subject to change without notice.

Itinerary

Day 1 – San Diego, California

Departs 05:00 pm.

Known as a place of infinite beauty, affectionate locals and endless sunshine, San Diego has become one of America’s favorite cities. Located in the southwest corner of California, close to the border of Mexico, San Diego has a distinct cross-cultural feel, part sun-drenched Mediterranean atmosphere, part south-of-the-border zest and part quintessential California beach town.The history of San Diego is rooted in its Spanish and Mexican past. San Diego was declared the capital of upper and lower Baja only four years after Mexico gained its independence in 1821. Less than thirty years later, the United States declared war on Mexico and within two years the Treaty of Guadalupe Hildalgo was signed creating the current borders between Mexico and the United States.The city continues to prosper with a population exceeding one million. World-renowned attractions such as the San Diego Zoo, the Salk Institute, Sea World, La Jolla and the San Diego-Coronado Bay Bridge have created a strong tourism industry for the area. But undoubtedly what attracts visitors from around the world is the city’s breathtaking natural beauty, superb coastline and near-perfect weather.

Day 2 – At Sea

Day 3 – Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

Arrives 11:00 am, departs 06:00 pm.

Millennia ago, Cabo San Lucas was part of the Mexican mainland. Then a massive rupture of the San Andreas Fault sent the waters of the Pacific crashing into the newly formed depression, creating the Sea of Cortez and the Baja Peninsula. Lying at the very tip of Baja, where the Pacific meets the Sea of Cortez, Cabo San Lucas – or “Cabo” – is one of the premier resort destinations in the Western Hemisphere. Swim in the transparent waters, marvel at the wealth of marine life, relax on one of the white-sand beaches or try your hand at some of the finest sportfishing in the world.Note: Your ship will anchor in Cabo San Lucas and use launches to transport all passengers ashore.

Day 4 – At Sea

Day 5 – At Sea

Day 6 – Huatulco, Mexico

Arrives 07:00 am, departs 02:00 pm.

Nine bays bordered by 36 golden-sand beaches form the beautiful Las Bahias de Huatulco in the state of Oaxaca. Welcome to Mexico’s newest resort on the Pacific Riviera. Huatulco is a tropical Eden with crystalline waters, coral reefs, and uncrowded beaches. Inland, the rugged coast range is thickly carpeted with rainforest and coffee plantations. While Huatulco is still in its early stages of development, travelers may note that the resort has a different feel from other destinations on the Mexican Riviera. That’s because large areas of Huatulco have been designated as an ecological reserve. Huatulco is located in the state of Oaxaca where the foothills of the Sierra Madre del Sur Mountains meet the Pacific Ocean.

Day 7 – Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala

Arrives 10:00 am, departs 08:00 pm.

Guatemala is located in the northern-most part of Central America and is one of the largest countries in this region. It boasts 37 volcanoes, a rich Mayan heritage, Lake Atitlan, and one of the best-preserved colonial cities in Antigua. Once the center of the impressive ancient Mayan civilization, Guatemala was conquered by Spanish conquistador Pedro de Alvarado in 1524. During the second half of the 20th century, it experienced a variety of military and civilian governments as well as a 36-year guerrilla war. These issues have now faded into the past and today Guatemala is a thriving democracy with many varying landscapes, activities and historical venues waiting to be discovered. Enjoy an African safari in the hot and tropical Pacific Coast or explore the cool Mayan highlands where Lake Atitlan and the colonial city of Antigua are located. There is something for every traveler’s interest in Guatemala. Note: Due to time constraints in port, some tours may not be available on every voyage. Please refer to your Cruise Personalizer on princess.com for a complete list of tours available during your cruise. Tour content may vary based on the amount of time in port.

Day 8 – At Sea

Day 9 – Puntarenas, Costa Rica

Arrives 08:00 am, departs 05:00 pm.

To Spanish explorers, the rumors of gold and vast riches could only mean that this section of Central America was the costa rica – the “Rich Coast.” Hailed as the Switzerland of the Americas, Costa Rica occupies a unique position, lying between two oceans and two continents. On both coasts, tropical rainforests rise to the mountains of the interior, many of which soar over 13,000 feet above sea level. In the west, a seemingly endless succession of brown-sand beaches forms the nation’s Pacific coast. Puntarenas is your gateway to Costa Rica’s wonders – and to its capital city of San Jose.

Day 10 – Crossing the Equator

Day 11 – Manta, Ecuador

Arrives 12:00 pm.

Day 12 – Manta, Ecuador

Departs 06:00 pm.

Day 13 – At Sea

Day 14 – Salaverry (Trujillo), Peru

Arrives 07:00 am, departs 04:00 pm.

Day 15 – Callao (Lima), Peru

Arrives 10:00 am.

Day 16 – Callao (Lima), Peru

Departs 08:00 pm.

Day 17 – General San Martin (Pisco), Peru

Arrives 07:00 am, departs 06:00 pm.

Day 18 – At Sea

Day 19 – Arica, Chile

Arrives 08:00 am, departs 05:00 pm.

Day 20 – At Sea

Day 21 – Coquimbo (La Serena), Chile

Arrives 08:00 am, departs 04:00 pm.

Day 22 – San Antonio (for Santiago), Chile

Arrives 07:00 am, departs 05:00 pm.

Nestled between rolling hills topped with colorful houses and meandering coastal dunes, the bustling city of San Antonio enjoys its reputation as the gateway to Chile’s central valley and the capital of Santiago. With a population of over five million people, Santiago sprawls at the feet of the snow-capped Andes. Inland lies the sun-kissed wine regions of Casablanca and Maipo Maipo Valley, Chile’s internationally renowned wine district.

Day 23 – At Sea

Day 24 – Puerto Montt, Chile

Arrives 08:00 am, departs 05:00 pm.

Puerto Montt is your gateway to Chile’s magnificent Lake District. Here, snow-capped volcanoes gaze down on alpine valleys nestled among low hills. Glaciers carved out this terrain, leaving the jewel-like lakes in their wake. The Lake District was a magnet for German immigrants, and their legacy can be seen today in the manicured rose gardens of Puerto Varas, in Chile’s “German Villages” like Frutillar and in Puerto Montt’s gabled homes with elaborate balconies.Despite a population of more than 130,000, Puerto Montt retains the feel of a small town. For a simple introduction to the city, walk along its waterfront road lined with tempting artisan’s stalls and small cafés.Note: Puerto Montt is an anchorage port. Transportation from the ship to shore will be via the ship’s tender service.

Day 25 – Puerto Chacabuco, Chile

Arrives 11:00 am, departs 08:00 pm.

Day 26 – Cruising Chilean Fjords

Day 27 – Pio XI Glacier (Bruggen Glacier), Chile

Arrives 08:00 am, departs 10:00 am.

Day 27 – Scenic cruising Sarmiento Channel

Day 28 – Strait of Magellan

Day 29 – Punta Arenas, Chile

Arrives 06:00 am, departs 06:00 pm.

Punta Arenas lies atop rolling hills, looking out over the Strait of Magellan. In the days before the Panama Canal, this was a major port as ships plied the waters of Cape Horn. Punta Arenas remains a prosperous town today, thanks to its rich natural resources. The city is also the gateway to Chilean Patagonia, a maze of fjords, rivers, steppes, and mountains to the north. To the south lies the great frozen mass of Antarctica. Adventure awaits in any direction at this port located near the end of the earth.Across the Strait of Magellan lies Tierra del Fuego, the lonely, windswept island discovered by Magellan in 1520. The region was settled by Yugoslavian and English sheep ranchers in the 19th century.

Day 29 – Cockburn Channel

Day 29 – Beagle Channel

Day 30 – Daylight cruising Glacier Alley

Day 30 – Ushuaia (tierra Del Fuego), Argentina

Arrives 12:00 pm, departs 08:00 pm.

Magellan called it Tierra del Fuego, “the Land of Fire,” having seen flames rising from the darkened islands. For over three centuries, the name struck fear in the hearts of mariners. Howling headwinds, mountainous seas and rocky coastlines spelled a sudden end to many voyages. Today, Ushuaia, a former Argentine penal colony, serves as your gateway to this wilderness where snow-capped mountains plummet to the icy waters of the Beagle Channel.In the late 19th century, Reverend Thomas Bridges spent years working with local tribes, compiling a dictionary of their Yaghan tongue. The work outlived the Yaghan: by the beginning of the 20th century, they had succumbed to disease.

Day 31 – Scenic Cruising Cape Horn

Day 32 – Falkland Islands (stanley)

Arrives 08:00 am, departs 05:00 pm.

Capital of the Falklands since 1845, tiny Stanley lies on the windswept tip of East Falkland Island. The Falklands long served as a way station for ships, particularly whalers, bound to and from Cape Horn. The islands’ rigorous environment is immediately apparent: Stanley Harbor is dotted with the hulks of vessels that succumbed to the fierce winds and waves of the South Atlantic. While their strategic location led to important roles in both World Wars, the islands are best remembered as the cause of the 1982 war between Argentina and the United Kingdom. Today, travelers increasingly journey to the islands to view their rich assortment of bird and marine life.Colorful houses occupy the low rolling moorland bordering Stanley Harbor. Stanley’s climate resembles London’s – cool and rainy though summer visitors are often blessed with clear, sunny skies.Note: Stanley is an anchorage port. Guests transfer to shore via ship’s tender.

Day 33 – At Sea

Day 34 – At Sea

Day 35 – Montevideo, Uruguay

Arrives 08:00 am, departs 06:00 pm.

Nestled between the continent’s two giants, Brazil and Argentina, Uruguay is the second smallest country in South America. More than half of the nation’s population of three million reside in the capital of Montevideo, located at Uruguay’s southernmost point on the Rio de la Plata. Although small in size, Uruguay has proven to be big-hearted – the country is one of the most literate nations in the world while Montevideo is one of South America’s most interesting and cosmopolitan capitals.Montevideo is a charming city made up of 19th-century Beaux Arts buildings, parks, and historical monuments.

Day 36 – Buenos Aires, Argentina

Arrives 08:00 am.

Founded in the early 16th century, Buenos Aires was transformed from a colonial port into a cosmopolitan metropolis – the “Paris of the South” – by the cattle boom of the 1880s. As in the American West, boom was followed by bust. But that did not stop Buenos Aires from becoming the city it is today. With its air of haunted grandeur, Buenos Aires is a place of icy intellect and smoldering passion. It is a city where the elegant Colon Theater, one of the world’s great opera houses, stands in counterpoint to the working class barrios that gave birth to the tango. Perhaps the city’s enigmas and contradictions are best embodied by its two most famous citizens – the reclusive librarian and literary genius Jorge Luis Borges and the showgirl turned First Lady, Evita Peron.The “Paris of the South” flaunts its European heritage. One of the pleasures of Buenos Aires is simply absorbing its charm and flavor, from Parisian-style confiterias – cafés – to the city’s popular tango clubs.

Day 37 – Buenos Aires, Argentina

Arrives 06:00 am.

Founded in the early 16th century, Buenos Aires was transformed from a colonial port into a cosmopolitan metropolis – the “Paris of the South” – by the cattle boom of the 1880s. As in the American West, boom was followed by bust. But that did not stop Buenos Aires from becoming the city it is today. With its air of haunted grandeur, Buenos Aires is a place of icy intellect and smoldering passion. It is a city where the elegant Colon Theater, one of the world’s great opera houses, stands in counterpoint to the working class barrios that gave birth to the tango. Perhaps the city’s enigmas and contradictions are best embodied by its two most famous citizens – the reclusive librarian and literary genius Jorge Luis Borges and the showgirl turned First Lady, Evita Peron.The “Paris of the South” flaunts its European heritage. One of the pleasures of Buenos Aires is simply absorbing its charm and flavor, from Parisian-style confiterias – cafés – to the city’s popular tango clubs.

Highlights

  • Sail through the Strait of Magellan and Beagle Channel
  • Enjoy enrichment programmes and port talks throughout the journey
  • Experience the ship’s art collection celebrating New York City

36-night South America cruise from San Diego, California to Buenos Aires, Argentina aboard Nieuw Amsterdam.

Calling at Cabo San Lucas, Huatulco, Puerto Quetzal, Puntarenas, Manta, Salaverry, Callao, General San Martin, Arica, Coquimbo, San Antonio, Puerto Montt, Puerto Chacabuco, Pio XI Glacier, Strait of Magellan, Punta Arenas, Cockburn Channel, Beagle Channel, Daylight cruising Glacier Alley, Ushuaia, Falkland Islands, Montevideo and Buenos Aires, with 10 days at sea. 24 ports of call across California, Mexico, Guatemala, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Peru, Chile, Argentina and Uruguay.

Nieuw Amsterdam is a Holland America Line Signature-class ship that entered service in 2010, carrying around 2,100 guests. Her art collection celebrates New York City — the original Nieuw Amsterdam — alongside the line’s hallmarks of spacious staterooms, the Greenhouse Spa and refined dining.

Stateroom categories range from Interior to Pinnacle Suite.

Inclusions

  • Dining in the main Dining Room and casual venues
  • Live music venues and nightly entertainment
  • Fitness centre and swimming pools
  • Enrichment programme and port talks

FAQs

Nieuw Amsterdam is a Holland America Line Signature-class ship that entered service in 2010, carrying around 2,100 guests. Her art collection celebrates New York City — the original Nieuw Amsterdam — alongside the line’s hallmarks of spacious staterooms, the Greenhouse Spa and refined dining.

Stateroom categories available on this sailing: Pinnacle Suite, Neptune Suite, Signature Suite, Verandah, Ocean View and Interior.

How long is this journey?

This itinerary runs for 37 days and 36 nights.

When can I travel?

Departures are currently scheduled between 12 Oct 2027 and 17 Nov 2027, subject to live availability.

What is generally included?

Inclusions typically cover guided touring and selected experiences, with exact details listed in the itinerary.

What style of accommodation is used?

Accommodation is pre-arranged as part of the journey, with specific properties shown in the trip details.

Provided by: Holland America Line

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(AUD) Twin Share from $7,249pp
Days 37
Nights 36

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