Cruise itinerary
7-Night Pacific Cruise from San Diego, California
7 nights · Pacific · 6 ports of call
7-night Pacific cruise aboard Zaandam, departing San Diego, California and calling at Avalon, Santa Catalina Island, California, Santa Barbara, California, Astoria, Oregon, Victoria, British Columbia and Vancouver, British Columbia.
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At a glance
- Ship
- Zaandam
- Cruise line
- Holland America Line
- Duration
- 7 nights
- Region
- Pacific
- Departs
- San Diego, California
- Returns
- Vancouver, British Columbia
How NestCruise works:we're advisor-led, not a booking engine. No fares are listed and there are no booking fees — tell an advisor your dates and party and they price your exact Zaandam sailing, typically within 24 hours.
Where this voyage takes you
Day-by-day itinerary
- Day1
San Diego, California
Depart 17:00
A relaxed harbour city in southern California, known for its mild climate and broad natural bay. The waterfront holds the historic Gaslamp Quarter and maritime museums, with the green expanse of Balboa Park and its zoo just inland.
- Balboa Park
- Gaslamp Quarter
- San Diego Zoo
- Day2
Avalon, Santa Catalina Island, California
Arrive 07:00 · Depart 17:00
- Day3
Santa Barbara, California
Arrive 08:00 · Depart 17:00
- Day4At sea
- Day5At sea
- Day6
Astoria, Oregon
Arrive 08:00 · Depart 16:00
- Day7
Victoria, British Columbia
Arrive 08:00 · Depart 21:00
The capital of British Columbia, set on the southern tip of Vancouver Island in Canada. The Inner Harbour is framed by the ivy-clad Empress Hotel and the domed Parliament Buildings, with whale-watching boats and Butchart Gardens close at hand.
- Inner Harbour
- Butchart Gardens
- Empress Hotel
- Day8
Vancouver, British Columbia
Arrive 07:00
A Pacific coast city in British Columbia and the main homeport for Alaska cruises. Ships sail from beneath the sails of Canada Place, with Stanley Park's seawall, the totem poles and the cobbled Gastown district close to the terminal.
- Stanley Park
- Gastown
- Gateway to Alaska
Upcoming departures
- 17 Apr 2027
Upcoming sailings of this itinerary — a NestCruise advisor confirms current availability and your fare.
7-Night Pacific Cruise from San Diego, California FAQ
Which ports does this cruise visit?
This 7-night Pacific cruise calls at San Diego, California, Avalon, Santa Catalina Island, California, Santa Barbara, California, Astoria, Oregon, Victoria, British Columbia and Vancouver, British Columbia.
How many days are spent at sea?
2 days are spent at sea; the rest are in port.
Where does this cruise depart from?
It departs from San Diego, California and ends in Vancouver, British Columbia.
How long is this cruise?
7 nights aboard Zaandam.
When does this itinerary sail?
Upcoming departures include 17 Apr 2027. A NestCruise advisor can confirm current availability.