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Tour · Holland America Line · 129 nights

129-day Grand world Voyage

  • Dining in the main Dining Room and casual venues
  • Live music venues and nightly entertainment on board
  • Fitness centre and swimming pools available throughout the voyage
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$49,409 pp twin share
129 nights
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Departs Tue 4 Jan 2028 Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
Returns Sat 13 May 2028 Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
Duration 129 nights
Ship Volendam
From pp twin share $49,409

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Departs Tue 4 Jan 2028 Returns Sat 13 May 2028
Duration129 nights
OperatorHolland America Line
StyleTour
HighlightA 129-day round-the-world voyage aboard Volendam, calling at 50 ports across six continents and returning to Fort Lauderdale
Includes a long Antarctic experience, Drake Passage and Cape Horn. Daylight cruising through Glacier Alley and the Strait of Magellan. Passes through Sydney, Brisbane, Cairns, Darwin and other Australian ports

129-night Grand Voyage from Ft. Lauderdale, Florida to Ft. Lauderdale, Florida aboard Volendam.

Calling at Barbados, Devils Island, Icoaraci, Recife, Rio De Janeiro, Montevideo, Buenos Aires, Falkland Islands, Antarctic Experience, Drake Passage and Cape Horn, Ushuaia, Beagle Channel, Daylight cruising Glacier Alley, Punta Arenas, Strait of Magellan, Puerto Montt, San Antonio, Easter Island, Bahia d Opunoha, Tahiti, Bora Bora, Auckland, Tauranga, Wellington, Christchurch, Picton, New Plymouth, Sydney, Brisbane, Townsville, Cairns, Darwin, Slawi Bay, Benoa, Singapore, Phuket, Colombo, Male, Port Louis, La Possession, Port Elizabeth, Cape Town, Luderitz, Walvis Bay, Takoradi, Abidjan, Praia, Mindelo and San Juan, with 65 days at sea. 50 ports of call across Florida, French Guiana, Brazil, Uruguay, Argentina, Chile, French Polynesia, New Zealand, Australia, Indonesia, Thailand, Sri Lanka, Maldives, Mauritius, Reunion, South Africa, Namibia, Ghana, Ivory Coast, Cape Verde, Cape Verde Islands and Puerto Rico.

Volendam is a Holland America Line ship that entered service in 1999, carrying around 1,430 guests. One of the smaller ships in the fleet, she is prized for longer and more unusual itineraries, with a flower-themed art collection and the line's classic teak promenade deck.

Stateroom categories range from Interior to Neptune Suite.

Life in transit

Volendam

Volendam
Details · Holland America Line
Volendam

Volendam is a Holland America Line ship that entered service in 1999, carrying around 1,430 guests. One of the smaller ships in the fleet, she is prized for longer and more unusual itineraries, with a flower-themed art collection and the line's classic teak promenade deck.

Guests
1,837
Crew
647
Gross tonnage
61,214
Speed
26 knots
Length
237.7 m
Launched
1998
Deck plans
10
Volendam · Deck plans

Deck 10 — Sky Deck

Volendam — Deck 10 — Sky Deck deck plan

Source: Holland America Line, captured 5 August 2026. Deck plans are provided by the cruise line and are subject to change at any time.

Day by day

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Ft. Lauderdale, Florida

    Tue 4 Jan
    Your voyage begins in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. According to the popular 1960 beach movie, Fort Lauderdale is "where the boys are." The city's reputation as America's Spring Break capital, however, has been replaced with the more favorable image of a prime family tourist destination, attracting more than 10 million visitors annually. The most popular beach resort in Florida is even more rightly famed as the "Yachting Capital of the World," with more than 40,000 registered crafts calling its waters home. The city also prides itself on being the "Venice of America" with more than 300 miles of navigable waterways. Fort Lauderdale boasts world-class theaters, museums, sightseeing, and shopping. The city sits 24 miles north of Miami and is named after a series of forts built by the United States during the second Seminole War. The forts took their name from Major William Lauderdale, who was the commander of the detachment of soldiers who built the first fort. Look hard and you might find remnants of three of them today. More people seem to be interested in taking a water tour aboard the "Carrie B."
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    At sea

    Wed 5 Jan
    A full day at sea - time to enjoy Volendam's restaurants, pools and entertainment.
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    At sea

    Thu 6 Jan
    Continue your voyage aboard Volendam with a leisurely day at sea.
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    At sea

    Fri 7 Jan
    Another day at sea to explore the ship at your own pace.
  5. 5

    Barbados

    Sat 8 Jan
    Barbados is one of the few Caribbean islands solely colonized by one nation. It's no wonder Bajans describe their country as being "more English than England sheself," surnames like Worthing and Hastings abound. But look around and you know you're not in England: rich and fertile tropical fields meet a glistening, azure sea. The soft pastels of old chattel houses blend with the vibrant reds, oranges, and greens of roadside fruit stands. In short, Barbados exudes a charm all its own. Perhaps it is due to Bajan culture, that celebrated blend of English tradition and the African heritage brought to the island by slaves imported to work the sugar plantations. The potent brew which results flavors every aspect of island life, from music, dance and art, to religion, language and food.
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    At sea

    Sun 9 Jan
    A full day at sea - time to enjoy Volendam's restaurants, pools and entertainment.
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    Devils Island, French Guiana

    Mon 10 Jan
    Your ship calls at Devils Island, French Guiana.
    Tender required
  8. 8

    Crossing the Equator

    Tue 11 Jan
    Your ship calls at Crossing the Equator.
    Cruising only
  9. 9

    Icoaraci (Belem), Brazil

    Wed 12 Jan
    Your ship calls at Icoaraci (Belem), Brazil.
    Tender required
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    At sea

    Thu 13 Jan
    Continue your voyage aboard Volendam with a leisurely day at sea.
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    At sea

    Fri 14 Jan
    Another day at sea to explore the ship at your own pace.
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    Recife, Brazil

    Sat 15 Jan
    Your ship calls at Recife, Brazil.
    Visa req for some
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    At sea

    Sun 16 Jan
    A full day at sea - time to enjoy Volendam's restaurants, pools and entertainment.
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    At sea

    Mon 17 Jan
    Continue your voyage aboard Volendam with a leisurely day at sea.
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    Rio De Janeiro, Brazil

    Tue 18 Jan
    "Passionate" best captures the wild beauty and heady sensuality that is Rio de Janeiro. For Rio is the Cidade Maravilhosa - the "Marvelous City" that throbs to a samba beat and revels in the hedonism of Carnival. There is no place on Earth like Rio - as the city natives, the famed Cariocas, delight in telling you. The geographical facts read like dry dust: over five million souls live in the city, another four million live in the surrounding suburbs, the metropolis is the cultural center of Brazil. The reality is Rio: the white sand beaches of Copacabana, the swaying palm trees, the immense statue of Christ the Redeemer and always the never-ending rhythm of life lived with passionate intensity.Founded in the early 16th century, Rio was once the capital of Brazil. The city remains the nation's cultural and spiritual center, an amalgam of Latin and African cultures.
    Overnight
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    Rio De Janeiro, Brazil

    Wed 19 Jan
    A second day in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil - time to explore at your own pace.
    Visa req for some
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    At sea

    Thu 20 Jan
    Another day at sea to explore the ship at your own pace.
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    At sea

    Fri 21 Jan
    A full day at sea - time to enjoy Volendam's restaurants, pools and entertainment.
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    Montevideo, Uruguay

    Sat 22 Jan
    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.
    Time subject to transit window
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    Buenos Aires, Argentina

    Sun 23 Jan
    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.
    Time subject to transit window
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    At sea

    Mon 24 Jan
    Continue your voyage aboard Volendam with a leisurely day at sea.
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    At sea

    Tue 25 Jan
    Another day at sea to explore the ship at your own pace.
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    At sea

    Wed 26 Jan
    A full day at sea - time to enjoy Volendam's restaurants, pools and entertainment.
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    Falkland Islands (stanley)

    Thu 27 Jan
    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.
    Tender required
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    At sea

    Fri 28 Jan
    Continue your voyage aboard Volendam with a leisurely day at sea.
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    Antarctic Experience

    Sat 29 Jan
    Your ship calls at Antarctic Experience.
    Route subject to weather/ice
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    Antarctic Experience

    Sun 30 Jan
    Your ship calls at Antarctic Experience.
    Route subject to weather/ice
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    Antarctic Experience

    Mon 31 Jan
    Your ship calls at Antarctic Experience.
    Route subject to weather/ice
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    Antarctic Experience

    Tue 1 Feb
    Your ship calls at Antarctic Experience.
    Route subject to weather/ice
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    At sea

    Wed 2 Feb
    Another day at sea to explore the ship at your own pace.
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    Drake Passage and Cape Horn

    Thu 3 Feb
    Your ship calls at Drake Passage and Cape Horn.
    Cruising only
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    Ushuaia (tierra Del Fuego), Argentina

    Fri 4 Feb
    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.
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    Beagle Channel

    Fri 4 Feb
    Your ship calls at Beagle Channel.
    Cruising only
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    Daylight cruising Glacier Alley

    Fri 4 Feb
    Your ship calls at Daylight cruising Glacier Alley.
    Cruising only
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    Punta Arenas, Chile

    Sat 5 Feb
    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.
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    Strait of Magellan

    Sat 5 Feb
    Your ship calls at Strait of Magellan.
    Cruising only
  37. 37

    Scenic cruising Amalia or Brujo Glacier

    Sun 6 Feb
    Your ship calls at Scenic cruising Amalia or Brujo Glacier.
    Cruising only
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    Scenic cruising Sarmiento Channel

    Sun 6 Feb
    Your ship calls at Scenic cruising Sarmiento Channel.
    Cruising only
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    Cruising Chilean Fjords

    Mon 7 Feb
    Your ship calls at Cruising Chilean Fjords.
    Cruising only
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    Puerto Montt, Chile

    Tue 8 Feb
    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.
    Tender required
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    At sea

    Wed 9 Feb
    A full day at sea - time to enjoy Volendam's restaurants, pools and entertainment.
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    San Antonio (for Santiago), Chile

    Thu 10 Feb
    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.
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    At sea

    Fri 11 Feb
    Continue your voyage aboard Volendam with a leisurely day at sea.
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    At sea

    Sat 12 Feb
    Another day at sea to explore the ship at your own pace.
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    At sea

    Sun 13 Feb
    A full day at sea - time to enjoy Volendam's restaurants, pools and entertainment.
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    At sea

    Mon 14 Feb
    Continue your voyage aboard Volendam with a leisurely day at sea.
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    Easter Island, Chile

    Tue 15 Feb
    The monoliths of Easter Island have fascinated and puzzled Westerners since the Dutch seaman Roggeven made landfall there on Easter Sunday, 1722. The mystery of Easter Island's first settlers remains just that - a mystery. Today, most anthropologists believe the island was settled as part of the great wave of Polynesian emigration. (The oldest of the Moai, as the great monoliths are called, date to 700 A.D.) The society that produced the Moai flourished during the 16th and 17th centuries, but population growth, deforestation and food shortages led to its collapse. Today some 3,400 souls inhabit this 64-square-mile island, which lies some 2,200 miles equidistant from Tahiti and South America.The society of Rapa Nui possessed stone-working skills on a par with those found in the Inca Empire. Islanders also possessed a script called Rongorongo, the only written language in all of Oceania.Please note: The current fee for entry into the National Park is $80 per person, this fee is included in all organized shore tours. Independent passengers are required to pay this fee on arrival at the park.Easter Island is an anchorage port. Transportation from the ship to shore will be via the ship's tender service.
    Tender required
  48. 48

    At sea

    Wed 16 Feb
    Another day at sea to explore the ship at your own pace.
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    At sea

    Thu 17 Feb
    A full day at sea - time to enjoy Volendam's restaurants, pools and entertainment.
  50. 50

    Cruising Pitcairn Island

    Fri 18 Feb
    Your ship calls at Cruising Pitcairn Island.
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    At sea

    Sat 19 Feb
    Continue your voyage aboard Volendam with a leisurely day at sea.
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    At sea

    Sun 20 Feb
    Another day at sea to explore the ship at your own pace.
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    Bahia d Opunoha, Moorea, French Polynesia

    Mon 21 Feb
    Your ship calls at Bahia d Opunoha, Moorea, French Polynesia.
    Tender required
  54. 54

    Tahiti (Papeete), French Polynesia

    Mon 21 Feb
    Papeete, the beating heart of French Polynesia, dances to the rhythm of island life while embracing modernity. Set against the backdrop of Tahiti's emerald mountains and azure waters, this bustling capital city captivates with its fusion of French flair and Polynesian culture.Stroll through its vibrant markets, where the scent of exotic fruits mingles with the melodies of local musicians. Explore the historic sites, like the iconic Notre Dame Cathedral and the regal Presidential Palace, which reflect the city's colonial past.Papeete's waterfront promenade beckons with its bustling marina, offering glimpses of luxurious yachts and traditional outrigger canoes bobbing in the harbor. Indulge in delectable French-Polynesian cuisine at waterfront cafes and fine dining establishments, where fresh seafood delights the palate.Yet amid the urban buzz, Papeete maintains its connection to nature, with lush parks and gardens providing tranquil retreats. Whether you're soaking up the sun on black sand beaches or immersing yourself in the vibrant local arts scene, Papeete invites you to experience the enchantment of the South Pacific with a touch of French sophistication.
    Overnight
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    Tahiti (Papeete), French Polynesia

    Tue 22 Feb
    A second day in Tahiti (Papeete), French Polynesia - time to explore at your own pace.
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    Bora Bora, French Polynesia

    Wed 23 Feb
    Your ship calls at Bora Bora, French Polynesia.
    Tender required
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    At sea

    Thu 24 Feb
    A full day at sea - time to enjoy Volendam's restaurants, pools and entertainment.
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    At sea

    Fri 25 Feb
    Continue your voyage aboard Volendam with a leisurely day at sea.
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    Cross International Date Line

    Sat 26 Feb
    The International Date Line is an imaginary line extending from the North Pole to the South Pole through the Pacific Ocean. It serves as the 180th meridian of longitude, and is used to designate the beginning of each calendar day.As you know, each adjacent time zone on the map has an hour time difference. However, at the International Date Line, +12 hours and -12 hours meet, bringing about a 24-hour time change. When your ship crosses to the west it's one day later; if your ship crosses to the east, you've gone back a day.Crossing the International Date Line has long been a rite of passage for sailors, who often must participate in a line-crossing ceremony to become part of the sacred "Order of the Golden Dragon", an honorary naval fraternity.
    Cruising only
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    At sea

    Mon 28 Feb
    Another day at sea to explore the ship at your own pace.
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    At sea

    Tue 29 Feb
    A full day at sea - time to enjoy Volendam's restaurants, pools and entertainment.
  62. 62

    Auckland, New Zealand

    Wed 1 Mar
    Straddling a narrow isthmus created by 60 different volcanoes, New Zealand's former capital boasts scenic beauty, historical interest and a cosmopolitan collection of shops, restaurants, museums, galleries and gardens. Rangitoto, Auckland's largest and youngest volcano, sits in majestic splendor just offshore. Mt. Eden and One Tree Hill, once home to Maori earthworks, overlook the city. One of New Zealand's fine wine districts lies to the north of Auckland. Auckland served as New Zealand's capital from 1841 until 1865, when the seat of government moved to Wellington.
    Overnight
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    Auckland, New Zealand

    Thu 2 Mar
    A second day in Auckland, New Zealand - time to explore at your own pace.
    Visa req for some
  64. 64

    Tauranga, New Zealand

    Fri 3 Mar
    New Zealand's natural bounty is always on display at the Bay of Plenty. It was Captain James Cook who in 1769 aptly named this bay, thanks to the prosperous Maori villages of the region. Tauranga, the chief city, is a bustling port, an agricultural and timber center and a popular seaside resort. Tauranga is also the gateway to Rotorua - a geothermal wonderland that is the heart of Maori culture. A 90-minute drive from Tauranga, Rotorua is New Zealand's primary tourist attraction.Your ship docks near the foot of Mt. Maunganui, which rises 761 feet above the bay. Across the harbor, Tauranga offers scenic tidal beaches at Omokoroa and Pahoia. The region boasts fine beaches, big-game fishing, thermal springs and seaside resorts.
    Times subject to tidal cond
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    At sea

    Sat 4 Mar
    Continue your voyage aboard Volendam with a leisurely day at sea.
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    Wellington, New Zealand

    Sun 5 Mar
    New Zealand's capital offers stunning views of forested peninsulas, dramatic cliff-side homes and fine Victorian buildings. Settled in 1840 by the London-based New Zealand Company, "wonderful, windy Wellington" is frequently buffeted by bracing winds funneling through Cook Strait. The sophisticated metropolis boasts museums, winding streets and even a cable car. No wonder many travelers compare it to San Francisco. Despite its steep hills, the city can be easily explored on foot. Kelburn Cable Car, stairways and footpaths climb the slopes from the city center.
    Visa req for some
  67. 67

    Christchurch (Lyttelton), New Zealand

    Mon 6 Mar
    Travel down the tree-lined Avon Rive, tour English-style gardens and drive past a Gothic cathedral. No, it's not England - it's Christchurch, New Zealand's most English city. The colonists who settled Christchurch transformed the treeless landscape by planting European trees and setting aside vast tracts as parkland. Today, parks dot the city, giving Christchurch an old-world ambience that belies its sophisticated style. Settled under the auspices of the Church of England in the mid-1800s, Christchurch is a planned city that flourished with New Zealand's agriculture and sheep industry. At the heart of the city lies Christchurch Cathedral, a Gothic cathedral built of local stone. The port of Lyttelton serves as your gateway to Christchurch.
    Visa req for some
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    Picton, New Zealand

    Tue 7 Mar
    Your ship calls at Picton, New Zealand.
    Visa req for some
  69. 69

    New Plymouth, New Zealand

    Wed 8 Mar
    New Plymouth is a city on the west coast of New Zealand's North Island. It's known for its coastal walkway stretching from Bell Block to Port Taranaki. Te Rewa Rewa Bridge has views of towering Mount Taranaki. The Govett-Brewster Art Gallery shows contemporary exhibitions. Close by, Pukekura Park has botanical gardens and birdlife. Subalpine forests and waterfalls characterise Egmont National Park to the south.
    Visa req for some
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    At sea

    Thu 9 Mar
    Another day at sea to explore the ship at your own pace.
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    At sea

    Fri 10 Mar
    A full day at sea - time to enjoy Volendam's restaurants, pools and entertainment.
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    Sydney, Australia

    Sat 11 Mar
    As your ship passes Harbour Heads, you are presented with the shimmering skyline of Sydney - hailed by many seafarers as "the most beautiful harbor in the world." Two prominent landmarks, Harbour Bridge and the sail-like curves of the Sydney Opera House, grace the backdrop of this picturesque harbor. There is a wealth of adventure waiting in Sydney - from its cosmopolitan city center to miles of beautiful beaches and the Blue Mountains.Australia's oldest and largest city was born in 1788 with the arrival of the "First Fleet" transporting 760 British convicts. Today, Sydney is the largest port in the South Pacific and is often voted the most popular destination in the South Pacific.
    Overnight
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    Sydney, Australia

    Sun 12 Mar
    A second day in Sydney, Australia - time to explore at your own pace.
    Times subject to tidal cond
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    At sea

    Mon 13 Mar
    Continue your voyage aboard Volendam with a leisurely day at sea.
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    Brisbane, Australia

    Tue 14 Mar
    Once considered the "country cousin" among Australian cities, Brisbane is today the nation's third-largest metropolis - and one of the most desirable places to live in the country. Lying on the banks of the meandering Brisbane River, this cosmopolitan city boasts elegant 19th-century sandstone buildings, a lively cultural scene and superb parklands. Brisbane is also your gateway to uniquely Australian adventures, be it the theme parks of the Gold Coast or Queensland's dazzling beaches.The beaches south of Brisbane form Queensland's Gold Coast. Travel tip: Brisbane is pronounced "Bris-bin."
    Visa req for some
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    At sea

    Wed 15 Mar
    Another day at sea to explore the ship at your own pace.
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    Townsville, Australia

    Thu 16 Mar
    Often described as the "unofficial capital of North Queensland," Townsville was founded in 1856 when an enterprising sea captain built a wharf on Cleveland Bay. The city lies at the very north of the Dry Tropics, where the outback bush meets the waters of the Coral Sea. Today's travelers are drawn to Townsville's superb location. Queensland's fabled Wet Tropics World Heritage Area lies just to the north of the city. Towering over Townsville is Castle Rock, a 1,300-foot monolith of pink granite that provides sweeping views of Townsville, Cleveland Bay and Magnetic Island. The Strand is Townsville's lively entertainment district, home to shop, cafes, restaurants and a 24-hour water park.
    Visa req for some
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    Cairns, Australia

    Fri 17 Mar
    Cairns is one of Australia's hottest vacation destinations. Cairns boasts three of Australia's great natural wonders. Just offshore, immense bastions of living coral form the Great Barrier Reef. Sixteen miles of superb beaches stretch to the north of the city - the famed Marlin Coast. And inland lays the immense Daintree National Park. Cairns itself basks in tropical sunshine, balmy breezes waft in from Trinity Bay. The city's graceful, tree-lined esplanade was once the gateway to the gold fields of North Queensland. Cairns graceful, tree-lined esplanade was once the gateway to the gold fields of North Queensland. A travel tip - Cairns is pronounced "cans."
    Times subject to tidal cond
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    At sea

    Sat 18 Mar
    A full day at sea - time to enjoy Volendam's restaurants, pools and entertainment.
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    Scenic Cruising Torres Strait

    Sun 19 Mar
    Your ship calls at Scenic Cruising Torres Strait.
    Cruising only
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    At sea

    Mon 20 Mar
    Continue your voyage aboard Volendam with a leisurely day at sea.
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    Darwin, Australia

    Tue 21 Mar
    Closer to Indonesia than to any other Australian city, Darwin is the capital of the "Top End" - the remote, vast Northern Territory. Home to more than half of the territory's population, the city reflects the rugged endurance and individualism required to survive the Outback. Darwin also boasts a colorful history to add to that heritage. During World War II the Japanese bombed the city and threatened invasion. In 1974, Cyclone Tracy cut a destructive swath through the region. In addition, man-eating crocodiles, tropical monsoons, searing heat and bush fires that burn for weeks are all part of everyday life.Locals in the Top End consume over 60 gallons of beer a year. All those empties don't go to waste: Each year Darwin residents compete in the Beer Can Regatta, a race with boats, rafts and other vessels manufactured out of beer cans.
    Visa req for some
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    At sea

    Wed 22 Mar
    Another day at sea to explore the ship at your own pace.
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    At sea

    Thu 23 Mar
    A full day at sea - time to enjoy Volendam's restaurants, pools and entertainment.
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    Slawi Bay, Komodo Island, Indonesia

    Fri 24 Mar
    Your ship calls at Slawi Bay, Komodo Island, Indonesia.
    Tender required
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    Benoa (Denpasar), Bali, Indonesia

    Sat 25 Mar
    Your ship calls at Benoa (Denpasar), Bali, Indonesia.
    Times subject to tidal cond
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    Crossing the Equator

    Sun 26 Mar
    Your ship returns to Crossing the Equator.
    Cruising only
  88. 88

    At sea

    Mon 27 Mar
    Continue your voyage aboard Volendam with a leisurely day at sea.
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    Singapore

    Tue 28 Mar
    Singapore - the very name summons visions of the mysterious East. The commercial center of Southeast Asia, this island city-state of five million people is a metropolis of modern high-rise buildings, Chinese shop-houses with red-tiled roofs, sturdy Victorian buildings, Buddhist temples and Arab bazaars. Founded in 1819 by Sir Stamford Raffles of the fabled East India Company, the city is a melting pot of people and cultures. Malay, Chinese, English and Tamil are official languages. Buddhism, Taoism, Islam, Hinduism and Christianity are the major faiths. Singapore is an ever-fascinating island boasting colorful traditions, luxurious hotels and some of the finest duty-free shopping in the world. Lying just 85 miles north of the Equator at the tip of the Malay Peninsula, the island was a haven for Malay pirates and Chinese and Arab traders.
    Overnight
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    Singapore

    Wed 29 Mar
    A second day in Singapore - time to explore at your own pace.
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    At sea

    Thu 30 Mar
    Another day at sea to explore the ship at your own pace.
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    Phuket, Thailand

    Fri 31 Mar
    Hailed as the "Pearl of the Andaman Sea," this island off Thailand's long southern coast boasts a colorful history. A crossroads for trade, Phuket has been a melting pot of Thai, Malay, Chinese and Western influences. Its importance over the past 500 years stemmed from the island's natural resources, which include tin, hardwoods and rubber. In the past half-century, Phuket has enjoyed wide popularity as one of the premier travel destinations in Southeast Asia. Travelers are drawn to the island's beaches, crystalline waters, and dramatic, forested hills.
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    At sea

    Sat 1 Apr
    A full day at sea - time to enjoy Volendam's restaurants, pools and entertainment.
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    At sea

    Sun 2 Apr
    Continue your voyage aboard Volendam with a leisurely day at sea.
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    Colombo, Sri Lanka

    Mon 3 Apr
    Your ship calls at Colombo, Sri Lanka.
    Visa req for some
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    At sea

    Tue 4 Apr
    Another day at sea to explore the ship at your own pace.
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    Male, Maldives

    Wed 5 Apr
    Your ship calls at Male, Maldives.
    Tender required
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    At sea

    Thu 6 Apr
    A full day at sea - time to enjoy Volendam's restaurants, pools and entertainment.
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    At sea

    Fri 7 Apr
    Continue your voyage aboard Volendam with a leisurely day at sea.
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    At sea

    Sat 8 Apr
    Another day at sea to explore the ship at your own pace.
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    At sea

    Sun 9 Apr
    A full day at sea - time to enjoy Volendam's restaurants, pools and entertainment.
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    Port Louis, Mauritius

    Mon 10 Apr
    Port Louis is the capital of the island of Mauritius. A volcanic island situated in the Indian Ocean east of Madagascar, Mauritius is lush and beautiful, with lovely mountain ranges, fine beaches, stunning coral reefs and picturesque villages.Mauritius amazingly remained uninhabited until the 16th century. Dutch, British and French traders came to the island, followed by slaves from Africa to work the plantations and then laborers from India. The flavor here remains predominantly French, as does the language, however, the present population is fifty percent Indian. Today, Mauritius is independent and the economy prospers due to exports of sugar and textiles, plus it caters to tourism.
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    La Possession, Reunion

    Tue 11 Apr
    Your ship calls at La Possession, Reunion.
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    At sea

    Wed 12 Apr
    Continue your voyage aboard Volendam with a leisurely day at sea.
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    At sea

    Thu 13 Apr
    Another day at sea to explore the ship at your own pace.
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    At sea

    Fri 14 Apr
    A full day at sea - time to enjoy Volendam's restaurants, pools and entertainment.
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    At sea

    Sat 15 Apr
    Continue your voyage aboard Volendam with a leisurely day at sea.
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    Port Elizabeth, South Africa

    Sun 16 Apr
    Your ship calls at Port Elizabeth, South Africa.
    Visa req for some
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    At sea

    Mon 17 Apr
    Another day at sea to explore the ship at your own pace.
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    Cape Town, South Africa

    Tue 18 Apr
    160 years after its discovery by Portugal's Bartholomew Diaz in 1488, the Cape of Good Hope was still a part of primeval Africa. Sailors on passing ships impatient to reach the East or return home to Europe would leave messages under inscribed "post office" stones for other ships to carry forward. In 1580, Sir Francis Drake sailed around the Cape. The ruggedness and breathtaking beauty of the peninsula caused him to write, "This Cape is a most stately thing, and the fairest Cape in the whole circumference of the earth." The Dutch East India Company, yielding to repeated petitions and recommendations from their ships' officers, decided to establish a post at Table Bay in 1652. A stronghold was established and subsequently was replaced by the existing Castle of Good Hope - Cape Town's first building.Cape Town continued to grow quickly under Simon van der Stel, who arrived as Governor in 1679. He turned vast regions into rich farmland, planted some 8,000 trees and designed and built the stateliest of the Cape's historic mansions, Groot Constantia (named after his wife, Constance). The British seized the Cape from Holland in 1806 and the subsequent discovery of diamonds and gold in the country spurred growth and immigration. Cape Town became a municipality in 1840 and a liberal constitution was granted to the Cape Colony in 1853. Today, the "Mother City" and the Western Cape are home to South Africa's parliament for half of the year (Parliament sits in Pretoria for the other half of the year) and much of its major industry.
    Overnight
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    Cape Town, South Africa

    Wed 19 Apr
    A second day in Cape Town, South Africa - time to explore at your own pace.
    Overnight
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    Cape Town, South Africa

    Thu 20 Apr
    Another day in Cape Town, South Africa.
    Visa req for some
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    At sea

    Fri 21 Apr
    A full day at sea - time to enjoy Volendam's restaurants, pools and entertainment.
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    Luderitz, Namibia

    Sat 22 Apr
    Your ship calls at Luderitz, Namibia.
    Tender required
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    Walvis Bay, Namibia

    Sun 23 Apr
    Your ship calls at Walvis Bay, Namibia.
    Visa req for some
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    At sea

    Mon 24 Apr
    Continue your voyage aboard Volendam with a leisurely day at sea.
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    At sea

    Tue 25 Apr
    Another day at sea to explore the ship at your own pace.
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    At sea

    Wed 26 Apr
    A full day at sea - time to enjoy Volendam's restaurants, pools and entertainment.
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    Crossing Null Island

    Thu 27 Apr
    Your ship calls at Crossing Null Island.
    Cruising only
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    Takoradi, Ghana

    Fri 28 Apr
    Your ship calls at Takoradi, Ghana.
    Visa req for some
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    Abidjan, Ivory Coast

    Sat 29 Apr
    Your ship calls at Abidjan, Ivory Coast.
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    At sea

    Sun 30 Apr
    Continue your voyage aboard Volendam with a leisurely day at sea.
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    At sea

    Mon 1 May
    Another day at sea to explore the ship at your own pace.
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    At sea

    Tue 2 May
    A full day at sea - time to enjoy Volendam's restaurants, pools and entertainment.
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    Praia, Ilha de Santiago, Cape Verde

    Wed 3 May
    Your ship calls at Praia, Ilha de Santiago, Cape Verde.
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    Mindelo, Cape Verde Islands

    Thu 4 May
    The Cape Verde Islands lie off North Africa's tropical coast. Their name literally means "green cape," but nature has played a cruel trick on the archipelago. Changing climatic and economic conditions have left the archipelago ravaged by drought. But the islanders are a hardy and courageous lot. With foreign investment and private enterprise, the Cape Verde Islanders are slowly pursuing a new economic dream for their home and working toward a more promising future.Time spent in the Cape Verde Islands teaches a new appreciation of man's endurance and resourcefulness.
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    At sea

    Fri 5 May
    Continue your voyage aboard Volendam with a leisurely day at sea.
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    At sea

    Sat 6 May
    Another day at sea to explore the ship at your own pace.
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    At sea

    Sun 7 May
    A full day at sea - time to enjoy Volendam's restaurants, pools and entertainment.
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    At sea

    Mon 8 May
    Continue your voyage aboard Volendam with a leisurely day at sea.
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    At sea

    Tue 9 May
    Another day at sea to explore the ship at your own pace.
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    San Juan, Puerto Rico

    Wed 10 May
    The oldest city under the American flag, San Juan vibrates to a lively salsa beat. There's an unmistakable zest in the air here. Perhaps it's the stunning natural setting: the verdant peaks, tropical forests, and gleaming white-sand beaches. Or maybe it's Puerto Rico's mix of cultures, the blend and occasional clash of four centuries of Spanish heritage overlaid with a century spent as America's only Commonwealth. Whatever the reason, San Juan is one of the most enticing ports in the Caribbean, and it only gets lovelier with age.
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    At sea

    Thu 11 May
    A full day at sea - time to enjoy Volendam's restaurants, pools and entertainment.
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    At sea

    Fri 12 May
    Continue your voyage aboard Volendam with a leisurely day at sea.
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    Ft. Lauderdale, Florida

    Sat 13 May
    Your voyage concludes in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida.
What you get for the price

Inclusions & exclusions

What’s included

  • 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
Where you’ll stay

Accommodation

Volendam is a Holland America Line ship that entered service in 1999, carrying around 1,430 guests. One of the smaller ships in the fleet, she is prized for longer and more unusual itineraries, with a flower-themed art collection and the line's classic teak promenade deck.

Stateroom categories available on this sailing: Neptune Suite, Vista Suite, Ocean View and Interior.

From the operator

Common questions about this voyage

How long is this journey?
This itinerary runs for 130 days and 129 nights.
When can I travel?
Departures are currently scheduled between 04 Jan 2028 and 13 May 2028, 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.
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