The Panama Canal: a must-see destination.

At the heart of each Holland America Line Panama Canal cruise is the magnificent Canal itself. Whether you sail a portion or complete a full transit, you'll discover why navigating this remarkable channel is considered an essential travel experience by cruise enthusiasts. With a broad selection of itineraries, Holland America Line offers more ways to explore the Panama Canal than any other cruise line. From in-depth excursions spanning 14 to 28 days to 10-day cruises exploring Gatún Lake, you're sure to find an adventure that's right for you. Diverse ports of call enrich each sailing by highlighting the fascinating history, culture, wildlife and scenery of Central America, the Caribbean and Mexico.

Now, an even more enticing value.

While the breathtaking views from your ship promise exciting new scenes every day, the comfort and elegance that surround you on board are sure to be every bit as delightful. Settle into luxurious staterooms that rival the finest hotels from around the world. Unpack just once and conveniently awaken to a new port after a tranquil night's sleep. Look to an award-winning crew for all your travel needs and expert guidance. Enjoy the premium service and amenities you've come to appreciate with Holland America Line at an incredible value.

Awe-inspiring from every angle.

The entire 50-mile span of the Panama Canal is an epic undertaking of engineering brilliance. Its construction is a result of thousands of workers coming together to devise a complex system of locks capable of raising ships 85 feet above sea level to what was then the largest manmade lake in the world. In August 1914, this vital passage linking the Atlantic and Pacific oceans, long sought by explorers and traders, was officially opened.

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Captivating history, culture and ecology.

Compliment your canal experience with ports of call in Mexico, Central and South America as well as the Caribbean. Visit the Mayan ruins of Copan or Tikal from Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala. Explore colonial history in Cartagena, Columbia, once the "treasure chest" of the Spanish Main. In Costa Rica, cruise through eco-rich Golfo Dulce.

Possibilities abound in the Mexican Riviera, where your itinerary may include Puerto Vallarta or Santa Cruz Huatulco. A call in Puerto Chiapas brings you to the edge of Mayan civilization.

Or enjoy the warm temperatures, light winds and idyllic isles of the Caribbean. Delight in festive Aruba or Dutch-flavored Curacao. And on many itineraries, spend a full day at Half Moon Cay, Holland America Line's award-winning private island.