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Holland America Line Visits All Seven Continents on 2026 Grand World Voyage
Holland America
Line is set to sail one of its most ambitious Grand World Voyages in 2026.
The meticulously planned 132-day cruise will span all seven continents,
including a special four-day Antarctic Experience. Details were announced today
by President Gus Antorcha to 2024 Grand World Voyage guests aboard
Zuiderdam, which is currently sailing in between Okinawa and Tokyo.
The
Grand World Voyage will be aboard Volendam in 2026, providing guests with
an intimate experience on one of the cruise line's smaller ships, providing an
exciting opportunity to cruise France's Gironde Estuary and
visit Bordeaux. The voyage will visit 47 ports across 39 countries on an
east-to-west route, sailing roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale, Florida —
traveling as far south as Antarctica and north all the way up
to Oslo, Norway.
"We
asked thousands of past guests and travel advisors for their opinions about the
perfect Grand World Voyage, so this may be one of our most thoroughly
researched routes ever for a world cruise," Antorcha told world
cruise guests. "This itinerary includes destinations we know guests love,
packed with memorable moments and overnight stays. We are purposefully visiting
fewer ports to allow more time to explore the destinations we visit and to
create a voyage that does not feel rushed."
Starting
today, travelers interested in the 2026 Grand World Voyage can call Holland
America Line's World Cruise Reservations Desk or their travel advisor to make a
deposited Future Cruise Request. Guests with a deposited Future Cruise Request
will get priority booking confirmation before officially opening to the public.
2026
Grand World Voyage Highlights — Volendam
132-day
voyage. Departs Jan. 4 2026, roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale.
Heads
south along the East Coast of South America, crossing the equator and
sails down to Antarctica. Makes way to Easter Island before
traversing the islands of the South Pacific en route to Australia.
Explores the Great Barrier Reef, Singapore and the Maldives,
then calls at Alexandria, Egypt, for an overnight stay before meandering
through the Mediterranean and northern Europe before an Atlantic
Ocean crossing.
47
total ports in 39 countries across seven continents.
9
overnight calls: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil; Papeete, Tahiti; Sydney,
Australia; Bali, Indonesia; Singapore; Malé, Maldives; Safaga
(Luxor) and Alexandria (Cairo), Egypt; and Lisbon, Portugal.
5
late-night departures: Bahia d' Opunoha, French Polynesia; Colombo,
Sri Lanka; Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy; Oslo, Norway; San Juan,
Puerto Rico.
Memorable
Moments: Four-day Antarctic Experience, scenic cruising of Chilean fjords, a
visit to Easter Island followed by scenic cruising Pitcairn
Island, a call at Bordeaux paired with scenic cruising of Gironde
Estuary.
Early
Booking Bonus Benefits
For
a limited time, guests who book the 132-day Grand World Voyage receive up
to $2000 USD in onboard credit per guest, a 3% pay in full discount,
a free Wi-Fi Surf package and more. Additional perks for all guests who book
early include a $500 USD air credit per person if booked through
Flight Ease and complimentary roundtrip airport transfers to and from the Fort
Lauderdale airport.
Additional
extras can include complimentary luggage delivery service to and from the Fort
Lauderdale airport, prepaid crew appreciation and laundry and drycleaning
service when booking certain stateroom categories. Terms and conditions apply.
Once the voyage is live for purchase, full details will be available at
hollandamerica.com.
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.
Guests
who want to make a Future Cruise Request for a stateroom on the 2026 Grand
World Voyage can contact their travel advisor or call World Cruise
Reservations: 1-800-522-3399.
For
more information about other Holland America Line voyages, consult a travel
advisor, call 1-877-SAIL HAL (877-724-5425) or visit hollandamerica.com
Find
Holland America Line on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and the Holland America Blog. You can also access all social media
outlets via the home page at hollandamerica.com.
Image
Credit: © Holland America Line
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