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Volendam and Zaandam to sail 132- and 93-day
itineraries, respectively, exploring a combined 80 ports across the globe in
roundtrip voyages from U.S. homeports.
Holland America Line has officially
opened bookings for its 2026 Grand World Voyage aboard Volendam. The premium
cruise line also unveiled and opened bookings for its 2026 Grand Australia and
New Zealand Voyage on Zaandam. The two extended cruises sail roundtrip from the
United States in January 2026 and will rendezvous in Sydney,
Australia, during their journeys.
The newly unveiled Grand Australia and New Zealand
Voyage offers guests an immersive journey Down Under while also exploring Hawaii, Fiji, French
Polynesia, Papua New Guinea, the Solomon Islands and Vanuatu across
the South Pacific. With 10 extended port visits, guests have more time to
explore the culture and nightlife in destinations like Papeete, Tahiti, and
Raiatea, French Polynesia.
Volendam and Zaandam to explore a combined 80 ports
across the globe in roundtrip voyages from U.S. homeports
With the Grand World Voyage sailing roundtrip
from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and the Grand Australia and New Zealand
Voyage cruising roundtrip from San Diego, California, travelers can
explore a variety of global destinations in ease without the need for
international or long-haul air.
The Grand Australia and New Zealand Voyage will
visit 44 ports across 10 countries over the 93-day voyage. Guests sailing
on this cruise will be privy to an intimate experience on one of Holland
America Line's perfectly sized ships, offering access to smaller ports.
The 2026 Grand World Voyage, which was announced in
February but is now available for booking, will sail to 48 ports across 25
countries on an east-to-west route — traveling as far south as Antarctica and
as far north as Oslo, Norway. Guests will experience all seven continents
during the journey.
On March 7, 2026, Volendam and Zaandam will be
at Sydney together. Zaandam arrives March 6 for an
overnight, and Volendam arrives March 7 for an overnight.
2026 Grand Australia and New Zealand Highlights —
Zaandam
93-day voyage. Departs Jan. 4, 2026, roundtrip
from San Diego.
The ship heads southwest and around the Hawaiian
Islands with an overnight in Honolulu before continuing south, island
hopping around Fiji and the South Pacific. Zaandam explores the Solomon
Islands and Papua New Guinea before nearly circling the Australia and
visiting New Zealand before heading northeast through Tonga and French
Polynesia, returning to San Diego.
44 total ports in 10 countries across two
continents.
Two-day Great Barrier Reef scenic cruising
experience in the Ribbon Reef Region and Far North Region.
Six overnight calls: Honolulu, Hawaii;
Fremantle (Perth), Sydney and Hobart, Australia; Auckland,
New Zealand; and Papeete.
Four late-night departures: Adelaide,
Australia; and Moorea, Raiatea and Huahine, French Polynesia.
2026 Grand World Voyage Highlights — Volendam
132-day voyage. Departs Jan. 4, 2026,
roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale.
Volendam heads south along the east coast of South
America, crossing the equator and sailing down to Antarctica for a
four-day scenic cruising experience. The ship then makes its way up the west
coast of South America and over to Easter Island before
traversing the islands of the South Pacific en route to Australia.
Volendam explores Singapore and the Maldives, then calls
at Alexandria, Egypt, for an overnight stay before meandering through the
Mediterranean and northern Europe, ending with an Atlantic Ocean crossing.
48 total ports in 25 countries across seven
continents.
Nine overnight calls: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil;
Papeete; Sydney; Bali, Indonesia; Singapore; Malé, Maldives;
Safaga (Luxor) and Alexandria (Cairo), Egypt; and Lisbon,
Portugal.
Five late-night departures: Moorea, French
Polynesia; Colombo, Sri Lanka; Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy; Oslo,
Norway; and San Juan, Puerto Rico.
NEW: A rare Grand cruise through the Gironde
Estuary to Bordeaux, France.
Early Booking Bonus Benefits
Guests who book the full 132-day Grand World Voyage
or 93-day Grand Australia and New Zealand Voyage by June 16, 2025, receive
onboard spending credits and amenities valued at up to $9,350 or $7,900 respectively,
per person. Perks for all guests who book early feature a $500 air
credit per person if booked through Flight Ease, complimentary roundtrip
airport transfers, a $500 Grand Mariner Discount for past guests and
a 3% pay-in-full discount.
Additional extras can include onboard credits up
to $2,000 per guest, complimentary luggage delivery service to and
from the airport, prepaid crew appreciation, a free shore excursion and laundry
and dry-cleaning service when booking certain stateroom categories. Terms and
conditions apply. Visit hollandamerica.com for full details.
A Grand Onboard Experience
On each Grand Voyage, Holland America Line ships
provide gracious service, superior amenities and unexpected experiences. Guests
can relax during leisurely days at sea, taking advantage of the extra time to
participate in shipboard activities. Shipboard entertainment shines in the
evening with local cultural performers and special guest headliners. Festive
gala balls and dressy nights create memorable moments, along with a Captain's
Grand Voyage Dinner. Dining is elevated to a new level on each Grand Voyage
with menus that change daily and are seldom repeated, featuring local
ingredients and regional cuisine.
For more information about Holland America Line,
consult a travel advisor, call 1-877-SAIL HAL (877-724-5425) or visit hollandamerica.com.
Find Holland America Line on X (formerly Twitter), Facebook, Instagram and the Holland America Blog. You can also access all social
media outlets via the home page at hollandamerica.com.
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