Holland America Line | 7-Day Inside Passage Cruise
Ship: Nieuw Amsterdam
Date: September 20, 2026

A Seamless Start to an Unforgettable Journey
After a restful night at the Pan Pacific Vancouver, your Alaska adventure begins just steps away. The hotel sits directly atop the Canada Place Cruise Terminal, meaning your morning will be refreshingly simple — no transfers, no rush, just breathtaking harbor views and the excitement of knowing your ship awaits right below.

Morning at the Pan Pacific
Enjoy breakfast overlooking the harbor as the Nieuw Amsterdam comes to life below, preparing for her next voyage north. You’ll see porters handling luggage, ships docking, and passengers arriving — it’s all part of the buzz of embarkation day.

Check-out times at the Pan Pacific are typically around 11:00 AM, but the hotel offers direct luggage transfer for cruise guests, allowing your bags to be sent straight from your hotel room to your stateroom onboard. This means you can check out, hand off your luggage, and take a short elevator ride directly down to the cruise terminal.

Embarkation Details

• Check-in and boarding typically begin around 11:00 AM and continue through 3:00 PM.
• Keep your boarding documents, passport, and cruise check-in barcode easily accessible.
• You’ll pass through security and customs before entering the cruise hall for check-in.
• Once on board, you’ll receive your stateroom keycard, which acts as your ship ID and onboard charge card.

Afternoon Aboard the Nieuw Amsterdam
Welcome aboard! Once settled, head to the Lido Market for a casual lunch or the Dining Room for a relaxed, seated option. Then, take time to explore your floating home for the next seven days. The Crow’s Nest Lounge on Deck 10 offers panoramic views of Vancouver’s skyline — the perfect spot to sip coffee and watch final preparations for sailaway.

Your stateroom will typically be ready by early afternoon. Drop off your carry-on, freshen up, and join the mandatory muster drill before departure.

Sailaway from Vancouver
As the ship departs from Canada Place, make your way to an upper deck or your private verandah. Sailing beneath the Lions Gate Bridge is a signature moment — cameras ready! It’s a symbolic gateway to the wilderness ahead as you leave behind city lights and head toward the majestic fjords and glaciers of Alaska’s Inside Passage.

Evening Onboard
The first night onboard carries a feeling of celebration and anticipation. Enjoy a welcome dinner featuring Holland America’s renowned culinary team — perhaps local Pacific salmon or regionally inspired dishes paired with West Coast wines.

Afterward, unwind with live music in B.B. King’s Blues Club, enjoy a cocktail in the Piano Bar, or simply step out onto your balcony to breathe in the crisp sea air.

Tomorrow, you’ll awaken to the serene beauty of the Inside Passage — but tonight, savor this moment. The adventure you’ve dreamed about is finally underway.