Name: 12 Night Panama Canal Cruise
Brand: Holland America Line
SKU: 64678
Price: 409 USD
Availability: InStock

Explore and book Holland America Line 12 Night Panama Canal Cruise on the Rotterdam departing from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida on Dec 7, 2025 and ending in Panama Canal, Panama on Dec 19, 2025 Sail to Cartagena, Colombia, Puerto Limon, Costa Rica, Georgetown, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands, Colon, Panama, Willemstad, Curacao, Gatun Lake, Panama Canal, Panama, Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida, Half Moon Cay (Little San Salvador Island), Bahamas, Panama Canal, Panama

Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida

Known as the "Venice of America" due to its expansive canal system, Fort Lauderdale is a major U.S. cruise port. With its golden beaches, artsy districts, and proximity to the Everglades, it's both a starting point for many Caribbean journeys and a destination in its own right.

Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (tender Required Wheelchair Access Limited)

Half Moon Cay (Little San Salvador Island), Bahamas

Stingray Adventure
Half Moon Cay Snorkel by Boat
Horseback Riding by Land and Sea
Aqua Trax Watercraft Adventure
Eco Lagoon Tour
Island Bike Tour
Combo Eco Bike and Hike Tour
Island Tram Calypso Tour
Beach Villa
Cabana Rental

Willemstad, Curacao

Characterized by colorful Dutch architecture and a lively port scene, Willemstad provides a unique blend of Caribbean warmth and European flair. Its coral reefs and historic districts make it a standout in the Caribbean.

Cartagena, Colombia

A colonial gem on Colombia's Caribbean coast, Cartagena boasts historic forts, cobblestone streets, and vibrant culture. With its mix of history and tropical beauty, it's a must-visit when cruising South America.

Colon, Panama

Private Vehicle with Guide - Half Day
Wonders of Engineering: Panama canal locks and culebra cut cruise
Grand Tour of Panama
Panama’s Smithsonian Tropical Research institutes
Soar Through the Rainforest on the gamboa resort aerial tram
Panama Canal and Monkey Eco-Tour
Panama City Tour & Miraflores Locks
Panama Canal & IMAX Experience
Portobelo and Gatun Locks

Gatun Lake, Panama (cruising Only Shore Excursion Guests Only)

Gatun Lake, Panama Canal, Panama

Private Tour 10 Days from Casablanca to Imperial Cities And Sahara Desert

Enter Panama Canal Cristobal (cruising Only Transit Times Are Approximate)

Panama Canal, Panama

This engineering marvel connects the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. Cruising through the Panama Canal offers a unique perspective on its locks, surrounding rainforests, and importance in global maritime trade.

Cruising Panama Canal And Gatun Lak (cruising Only)

Puerto Limon (san Jose), Costa Rica (passport Required)

Puerto Limon, Costa Rica

Costa Rica's bustling Caribbean port, Puerto Limon is a gateway to rainforests, banana plantations, and pristine beaches. It offers a mix of Afro-Caribbean culture and natural wonders, making every visit a tropical adventure.

Georgetown, Cayman Islands (tender Required Wheelchair Access Limited)

Georgetown, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands

Stingray City and Two Snorkel Stops
Cayman In a Nutshell
Grand Cayman Far Side Tour
Grand Cayman Hell and Turtle Farm Orientation
Stingray City by Jetski and Starfish Beach
Stingray City, Barrier Reef and Starfish Beach
Stingray City by Jetski and Snorkel
Glass Bottom Boat and Island Tour

12 Night Panama Canal Cruise

Panama Canal

Central America

Bahamas

Caribbean

South America

North America

Enjoy a wide variety of duty-free shopping in such signature shops as The Vault, Diamonds and Gemstones by Merabella, which offers the best diamonds at sea, brought to you by Effy.

Onboard Shopping

Your Holland America Line ship’s Casino offers a wide array of gaming options. Whether you prefer slot machines or want to try your hand at blackjack or poker, our dealers and staff are available to provide complimentary instruction — and we offer many engaging tournament options. The Casino is only open at sea.

Casino Action

Explorations Central™ (EXC®), Holland America Line’s exclusive destination programming, is designed to deepen your understanding of the places you visit. Its indispensable travel resources and opportunities to engage with experts and local insiders, make exploring each port of call more vivid and meaningful. Enjoy the programs listed below and visit our Explorations Central discovery center on board. *

Explorations Central

Each voyage brings a guest chef on board to guide you through the culinary traditions of your destinations. Try local flavors at a food & wine tasting, add a new recipe to your repertoire at a live cooking demonstration or indulge your senses at a fine dining event.For those looking to continue their epicurean immersion on shore, guest chefs lead select shore excursions*, exploring local cuisines while sharing their gastronomic expertise in the field.

Port to Table

Direct from Beale Street, B.B. King's All Stars bring the best of Memphis music to sea. From funky and fast to soulful and smooth, enjoy dancing and try specialty cocktails like the Lucille and Rock Me Baby.

B.B. Kings Blues Club

For aficionados, this is truly your whisk(e)y wonderland. At NOTES, a dedicated whisk(e)y bar guests can gaze in awe at the more than 120 labels on display — and sample some of the rarest whisk(e)y selections in the world. An interactive menu board and multiple tasting options are designed to identify uniquely personalized flavor profiles for every guest.

Notes

Holland America Line offers you a wide selection of lounges onboard. The panoramic view takes center stage in The Crow's Nest at the top of the ship, where you can relax just about any time of day and enjoy your favorite drink.

Crow's Nest

Enjoy live music in this popular bar perfect for pre-dinner cocktails.

Ocean Bar

Which is more delightful: the apple-pear saketini in your chilled glass or views of the sun going down in a crimson blaze? Enjoy both in this stylish hideaway – your destination for panoramic views and exotic cocktails, and just one of the wide selection of lounges and gathering places on board.

Tamarind Bar

Enjoy a refreshing drink with a view at the Panorama Bar, overlooking the lively Lido Pool. It's the perfect spot to pair a cocktail with a poolside snack or movie under the stars.



Panorama Bar

Sip on a cool cocktail while basking in the sun and savoring stunning ocean views from the deck lounge chairs. A laid-back vibe with unbeatable scenery.



Sea View Bar

Praised by Condé Nast Traveler for cuisine “that rivals the top restaurants on land,” Tamarind is the perfect place to explore the culinary traditions of Southeast Asia, China and Japan. The menu, which honors the elements of water, wood, fire and earth, features such exotic fare as wok-seared lobster, barramundi (Asian sea bass) in banana leaf and sushi, accompanied by chilled or heated sake. And, try our specialty sushi created in collaboration with Culinary Council member and Master Sushi Chef, Andy Matsuda.

Tamarind

At New York Pizza, choose from a variety of scrumptious, 9-inch, thin-crust pies. Named for New York’s famed five boroughs, our signature pizzas are made to order and topped with only the finest ingredients. Culinary Council member Ethan Stowell has also contributed signature pizza recipes to the menu. Enjoy your pizza by day while overlooking the Lido pool, and into the night. This venue is New York Deli & Pizza on Koningsdam, Rotterdam and Nieuw Statendam, offering made-to-order deli sandwiches in addition to pizza.

New York Pizza

Pinnacle Grill is the ultimate steakhouse at sea, where an exceptional menu and impeccable service make for one of finest meals you’ll ever have. The refined menu features a selection of 28-day wet-aged USDA Prime steaks — meticulously chosen to guarantee the finest quality — as well as classic steakhouse dishes and innovative recipes from James Beard Award-winning chef and Culinary Council® member, David Burke. Every dish is exquisitely prepared, beautifully plated and complemented by a vast collection of award-winning wines. Here, your meal is an event unto itself, a celebration of fine dining and a triumph of flavor.

Pinnacle Grill

Named for Master Chef Rudi Sodamin, Rudi’s Sel de Mer is an intimate brasserie featuring classic French dishes reimagined with contemporary flair. Menu selections include whole Dover sole meunière with shaved pink Himalayan sea salt, oysters on the half shell, fruits de mer, and salt-crust baked branzino, as well as favorites such as steak frites, duck cassoulet and coq au vin. Conclude your dinner with a classic dessert and fine French cheeses. Meals at Sel de Mer are half price for kids 12 years old or under, or free when they order from the kids’ menu.

Rudi's Sel De Mer

For an elegant breakfast, leisurely lunch or unforgettable multi-course dinner, The Dining Room is your destination. Behind the scenes, our Culinary Council,® an elite team of seven world-renowned chefs,  and our talented onboard executive chefs have worked to bring each dish to perfection. For dinner, choose from classics such as Boneless Lamb Loin en Croute, Rosemary Roasted Chicken, as well as regionally inspired cuisine and artfully prepared vegetarian dishes. Enrich your journey with an extensive selection of wines, carefully selected by our Wine Curator, world-renowned wine critic James Suckling.

The Dining Room

Inspired by Culinary Council® member and world-renowned sushi master, Andy Matsuda, Nami Sushi offers a tempting array of the sushi rolls he’s created. Choose from such delectable selections as Tempura Lobster Roll with soft shell crab tempura; Dragon Roll with tempura shrimp, unagi sauce and avocado; Tsutsumi Roll with snapper, green olive, caper and avocado; Futomoki Roll with crab, yamagobo, avocado and cucumber; Volcano Roll with sesame-marinated salmon and Thai chilis; Nigiri sushi with tuna, salmon and ebi shrimp; and more. The word “nami,” Japanese in origin, means “wave” and is an homage to the ocean views you’ll enjoy as you dine on the freshest, tastiest and most inventive sushi at sea.

Nami Sushi

Dive-In offers a variety of casual culinary classics, using the highest quality ingredients. Enjoy a burger, grilled to perfection and served on a toasted brioche with our own trade-marked secret sauce. Savor a succulent Nathan’s Famous gourmet hot dog with golden French fries. Or choose a grilled chicken breast sandwich or juicy portabella mushroom stack. Dive-In is the perfect spot to dine poolside on the best burgers at sea.

Dive-In

In Italy, there’s nothing more important than coming together to celebrate the joy of great food. This is the inspiration for our onboard Italian restaurant, Canaletto. Enjoy amazing Italian classics like braised chicken cacciatore al forno, branzino ai ferri or garlic shrimp ravioli. And for dessert: tiramisù, cannoli alla Siciliana, gelato, and more. Including pasta made fresh daily. Buon Appetito!

Canaletto

We have partnered with BBC Earth to bring you unforgettable new ways to experience the world's natural wonders. Through the innovative and breathtaking programming, guests will be taken closer to the ocean and the natural world through groundbreaking concerts and films.

BBC Earth in Concert

Feel the rhythm at the Rolling Stone Lounge, where a live band delivers rock, pop, and country hits every night. Grab a drink and hit the dance floor for an unforgettable evening of music and energy.



Rolling Stone Lounge

In an exclusive partnership with the world’s leading center for the performing arts, we proudly present Lincoln Center Stage, showcasing outstanding musicians performing multiple programs of chamber music most evenings, as well as afternoon recitals during leisurely days at sea.

Lincoln Center Stage

2 pianos - 60 Years of Chart Toppers - 100s Of Songs.  Sing along, test your music trivia skills or just sit back and enjoy as the hits fill the room each night.

Billboard on Board

Experience world-class entertainment at World Stage, featuring captivating lectures by local experts and thrilling performances from top acts like Step One Dance Company and Cantaré. On select ships, a two-story LED screen enhances the immersive experience.

World Stage

Screening nightly in the movie theatre (on select ships) are recent-release films and perennially popular classics. You can also watch movies any time in your stateroom or suite. And aboard Koningsdam, Nieuw Statendam and Rotterdam, watch your favorite stars light up the night on a giant outdoor LED movie screen by the Lido Pool.

Movies On Board

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. They'll have an opportunity to join other kids their age for arts and crafts, sports, video game competitions, scavenger hunts, challenging team games and themed parties.

Club Hal

Teen cruisers enjoy mocktail parties, karaoke and trivia contests, jewelry making, video games, staff vs. teens volleyball tournaments, themed events and more.

Teens Programs (Ages 13-17)

Highlights for kids ages 3 to 6 include “Painting Picassos,” and “Sing-Along Storytime,” as well as theme parties, such as “Dino-Mite Night” and “Ships Ahoy Pirate Treasure Hunt Adventure.”

Kids Programs (Ages 3-6)

From ice-cream eating contests to gaming tournaments and theme parties, tweens will have plenty to enjoy.

Tweens Programs (Ages 7-12)

Children with special needs are invited to attend Club HAL activities based on their chronological age; our staff is trained to work with special needs children. Please let us know when booking your reservation.

Special Needs

Club HAL activities are available from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on port days. Lunch is available for participants between the hours of 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Children must be registered and signed into and out of programming by a parent or guardian.

Port Day Activities

Stop by the professionally staffed Fitness Center equipped with the latest cardio and weight machines. Try one of our classes on indoor cycling, Pilates and more or work out at your own pace. You can also head out for fresh air and exercise on deck, where you'll find basketball and volleyball courts, and two refreshing pools (available on select ships). Some classes may have a nominal fee.

Fitness

During a leisurely day at sea, few places help you refresh, relax and rejuvenate like the Greenhouse Spa & Salon®. This heavenly retreat nurtures every aspect of your well-being with renowned spa rituals and healing touches. In the spa, pamper your skin with facial treatments featuring premium, naturally sourced ingredients. Nurture your body, too, with massage treatments employing time-honored, hands-on massage techniques gleaned from around the world.

Greenhouse Spa & Salon

Enjoy a game of pickleball on top-deck courts with stunning ocean views. Play casually anytime or join a tournament, with beginner lessons available for newcomers. Complimentary equipment provided, weather permitting.



Pickleball At Sea

Named Rotterdam, our newest cruise ship makes a dazzling debut in the Caribbean this November.  Rotterdam hits all the right notes: exquisite dining, innovative entertainment, superbly appointed staterooms and suites, the finest service and craftsmanship that reflects nearly 150 years of expertise. Music is front and center on Rotterdam and the result is a ship that moves—not only through water, but through the hearts of guests. With world-class dining and the best live music at sea, this new cruise ship creates the soundtrack to the discoveries you’ll make each day.

Holland America Line

Rotterdam

Panama City consists of two parts. Part one is Panama Viejo (Old Panama), which lies in ruins after being sacked by the pirate Sir Henry Morgan and burned down in 1671. Part two is the Panama City of today, built in 1673 on a peninsula located that is just five miles from from the original settlement sacked by Morgan.

The aerial tram travels a half-mile through the canopy of the forest. )Round-trip time on the tram is about 45 minutes, not including time spent at the lookout.) It takes you from the shadowy forest floor through the understory and into the sun-drenched canopy. It is located in 247 acres of rain forest, surrounded by exuberant flora and fauna typical of Panama.

Gatún Lake was created during the building of the Panama Canal because raising the water level across the isthmus meant that excavations did not have to be so vast. A large earthen wall was built, villages were flooded and the water rose to form Gatún Lake.

Head up the coastline to El Casco Antiguo and learn about the piracy that was rampant here in the old days and forms an integral part of this area's history. On a leisurely 45-minute walk, appreciate the distinctive architecture here, influenced by an interesting blend of French, Spanish and Italian styles.

Your motor coach will double as a virtual time machine as you travel back more than 600 years to a Central America few people ever experience. This is a journey into the lives of the Emberá Native tribe -- a proud people who maintain their traditions and lifestyle as it was before the Spaniards colonized Panama.

The Panama Canal Expansion has been the largest project undertaken on this waterway since its original construction. The expansion created a new lane of ship traffic along the Canal, with the construction of a new set of locks doubling the waterway’s capacity.

Experience Half Moon Cay from the natural inner saltwater lagoon on a guided personal watercraft adventure. A short tram ride brings you to the safety briefing area and you’ll have time to get used to your personal sit-on watercraft.

Board the first tender ashore, or have priority tender use, to maximize your time by being the first guests to arrive. For your comfort, you will find your villa outfitted with air-conditioning, a five-person capacity hot tub, refrigerator, ceiling fan, air conditioner, dining area with table and chairs inside, misting shower, and private sun deck.

This special service upgrade is available to those guests who have purchased a Half Moon Cay Beach Villa Package (guests who are waitlisted for a Beach Villa should not purchase this upgrade until they have cleared the waitlist and secured a confirmed Beach Villa booking)

All aboard for a behind-the-scenes peek at the highlights of Half Moon Cay from the comfort of a shaded, open-air tram, accompanied by a professional guide. This excursion is designed to acquaint you with the many and varied visitor areas, activities, and amenities the island offers.

Board a boat with glass-bottom viewers and cross the lagoon, as you learn about Half Moon Cay and Bahamian history, culture, flora and fauna.

The lagoon comprises more than 1,400 acres of protected habitat and is home to numerous species of flora ranging from red mangroves to the ornamental silver buttonwood tree.

Stay dry while exploring Half Moon Cay’s undersea world aboard a new, fully enclosed, air-conditioned, state of the art glass-bottom boat. This vessel is equipped with two viewing areas as well as an open-air top deck, perfect for soaking up the warm Caribbean sun.

Founded in 1707, Otrobanda is the newer section of the city and its name translates to ‘other side’. You’ll see a lovely array of historic mansions as you drive past the Queen Emma Bridge -- the famous floating bridge that connects both sides of Willemstad. Traveling over another famous bridge, the Queen Juliana Bridge, is an exhilarating experience. This is the tallest bridge in the Caribbean, you’ll find yourself 185 feet above sea level with expansive views of the city and harbor below.

This tour gives you a chance to experience two highlights of Curaçao -- the Hato Caves and the famous city center, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The Beach Express takes you to the ‘other side’ of the island where nature reigns and the beaches are unspoiled.

Drive through Willemstad, heading westward through the city and out into the countryside. Along the way, you’ll see several plantation homes and old slave houses.

An exciting interactive dolphin program for all ages, this is an adventure you will never forget.

This excursion includes relaxing on a tropical beach, appreciating history and culture, and taking in some beautiful natural landmarks.

Climb aboard an air-conditioned motor coach and visit the Cayman Islands Brewery to see how the only beer brewed on the island (Caybrew) is made and bottled. See the brewing process from start to finish and of course there’ll be time at the end for a sample.

At the Cayman Island Yacht Club, you'll board the spacious Allura sailing catamaran and head across the beautiful waters of the North Sound to the stingray sandbar. Feed and pet dozens of wild southern stingrays -- they'll literally eat out of your hand.

Journey into downtown George Town and view several of the city’s most famous landmarks -- Fort George, the Legislative Assembly building, Heroes Square, the Peace Memorial and many of the numerous banks for which Grand Cayman is famous.

Board a state-of-the-art semi-submarine developed for comfort and maximum viewing of the shallow reefs. It departs from the dock right by the cruise ship pier in George Town. The vessel does not submerge; instead you descend into the hull of this cruising underwater observatory and sit in air-conditioned comfort five feet below the surface of the water.

Hop aboard an air-conditioned bus and head south through the historic South Sound area, past Smith Cove and along the coast, to explore the colorful history and wildlife of Grand Cayman.

Start off with a brief lecture followed by time in the shallow water getting familiar with the dive equipment for approximately 1½ hours.

A short transfer from the dock brings you to the dolphin facility of Cayman where the experience of a lifetime takes place. After a brief orientation you will have 30 minutes in the water with the dolphins. Don’t miss this chance to kiss, pet and interact with a dolphin on a submerged platform. Share this up-close occasion with your friends and loved ones.

The rail line passes through incredible landscapes showcasing Costa Rica’s storied Caribbean region. Stops are frequent, so you can enjoy glimpses of dense wildlife -- sloths, monkeys and other colorful creatures that live along the tracks.

Your day begins with a very short drive to Parque Vargas. Set out on a walk that acquaints you with the park and with the small seaside City Hall and ending at the famous "Pasaje Cristal", an informal art exhibit. Here you will enjoy paintings, sculptures and other Costa Rican art. Continue to view beautiful Uvita Island just offshore -- this is where Christopher Columbus landed in 1502 on his fourth and final voyage to the New World.

Head west, passing small towns and following a winding road near the Banano River, with majestic views and lookout points along the way. Alongside the river banks, a Costa Rican-style picnic (weather permitting) is set up and you will be treated to seasonal fruits, soft drinks, bottled water and bizcocho snacks with Lizano sauce.

Discover the Aviarios del Caribe Sloth Sanctuary of Costa Rica -- a premier attraction made famous on the popular Animal Planet Meet the Sloths series. You’ll get acquainted with the marvelous, if sedate, world of the sloth less than an hour from Puerto Limon.

Depart the pier for a short drive to the all-metal United Fruit Company building, built in 1904. Here, you will see several stations offering food exhibitions as you guide introduces you to some of the unique cultural items found here. Sample traditional turnover, roasted chocolate, fruits, natural drinks, and cocoa butter balm for lips and body (at your own expense).

Enjoy a panoramic drive by comfortable, air-conditioned motor coach, passing through one of Limón’s oldest neighborhoods. Cieneguita was settled by the early Jamaican settlers of Costa Rica, and they built their houses on stilts. The conditions of the day involved coastal swamps, landslides, flooding, jungle fevers and heavy rains -- all hard-won battles.

Travel by air-conditioned coach through Cartagena and the traditional residential district of Manga to admire the district’s beautiful Republican-style houses. Some have been painstakingly restored to their former glory.

Board an open-air bus at the pier to Bodeguita Pier where you will board a sightseeing boat for a cruise around Cartagena Bay. Discover the most extensive fortification in South America, a system of zones divides the city into three neighborhoods: San Pedro, with the cathedral and many.

Explore by air-conditioned coach or mini-bus on a panoramic drive through the city that had the reputation of being the most impenetrable bastion of the conquistadors. The ‘new town’ became a prosperous urban center in the relatively short time between initial settlement in 1533 and independence in 1811.

Built at the beginning of the 17th century, the ancient La Popa Monastery offers a sweeping view of Cartagena. Step into the La Popa Church to see its ornate, 22-karat gold-leaf altar. Tranquility reigns outside in the flower-filled courtyard.

Admire the marvelous Republican architecture of the Manga residential area, home to some of the most ornate mansions and beautifully sculpted homes of Cartagena.

Ride along the inviting, narrow cobblestone streets and through squares inside the walled city, admiring the flower-filled balconies that glow in the light spilling from colonial mansions.

Chef Jean-Pierre Brehier is a Fort Lauderdale legend and a frequent guest on the Today show. He hosted Fearless Entertaining with Jean-Pierre and Sunshine Cuisine on PBS and is the author of two best-selling cookbooks.

The Florida Everglades is an expanse of swampland known for natural beauty and abundant wildlife. Your tour includes a half-hour airboat ride into this vast wilderness. Birds, fish and other animals inhabit this curious corner of the country.

Experience the highlights of Fort Lauderdale, including the Arts & Sciences District, the Riverwalk, and Las Olas Boulevard, with its boutiques, cafés, and galleries.

Non-alcoholic beverage package	$8 - $17.95
Alcoholic beverage package	$54.95 - $59.95
Gratuities	$15.50 - $17
Wi-fi internet access	$10 - $20
Specialty dining	Varies
Spa packages & shore excursions	Varies

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12 Night Panama Canal Cruise

12 Night Panama Canal Cruise

Cruise highlights

Itinerary

Shore excursions

Amenities

About the ship

Rotterdam

Included in your fare

Add-ons

Flights & hotels

12 Night Panama Canal Cruise

12 Night Panama Canal Cruise

Cruise highlights

Itinerary

Shore excursions

Amenities

About the ship

Rotterdam

Included in your fare

Add-ons

Flights & hotels

Flights

Hotels

Departure info