Holland America unveils 2026 World Voyage spanning 7 continents over 132 days

Holland America unveils 2026 World Voyage spanning 7 continents over 132 days
Edited by Travel Weekly


    Holland America Line will sail a Grand World Voyage in 2026 over 132 days spanning seven continents and 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 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 — travelling as far south as Antarctica and north 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.”

    2026 Grand World Voyage Highlights —Volendam

    Departing 4 January 2026, Volendam will sail a 132 day roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale. Initially, she weill head south along the East Coast of South America, crossing the equator and sails down to Antarctica.

    Volendam then way to Easter Island before traversing the islands of the South Pacific en route to Australia. exploring the Great Barrier Reef before 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.

    Early Booking Bonus Benefits

    For a limited time, guests who book the 132-day Grand World Voyage receive up to $2000 USD (AUD $3059) in onboard credit per guest, a 3 per cent 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.

    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.

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