Thursday, May 15, 2025

Following an impressive pre-sale phase, Holland America Line has officially opened reservations for its exceptional 2027 Grand Voyages. Set to embark in January 2027, these two remarkable itineraries—the Grand World Voyage and the Grand South America & Antarctica Voyage—offer travelers rare opportunities to visit exclusive, off-the-beaten-path ports. With extended overnight stays and longer calls at select destinations, guests will have ample time to fully experience each location. Throughout these voyages, travelers will enjoy Holland America Line’s renowned upscale service and thoughtfully curated onboard activities, delivering a truly elevated cruise experience.

“We know cruisers who book Grand Voyages are looking for unique experiences — and the strong interest we’ve seen in the pre-sale period shows us our guests are excited about what we’ve designed for them in 2027,” “For example, we built in overnight stays in destinations like Bordeaux — with the city center only accessible via smaller ships like Volendam — as well as multi-night stays in vibrant cities like Cape Town and Buenos Aires.”

Travelers embarking on the 2027 Grand World Voyage aboard the Volendam will experience overnight and multi-night stops at seven remarkable destinations, including European treasures such as Bordeaux, France, and Copenhagen, Denmark. The itinerary also features late-night arrivals, highlighted by a visit to Malé, the vibrant capital of the Maldives.

Passengers sailing on the 2027 Grand South America & Antarctica Voyage aboard Zaandam will enjoy extended stays in five key ports, including Callao (Lima), Peru—gateway to the iconic Machu Picchu—as well as Montevideo, Uruguay, and the lively city of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

For guests eager to deepen their exploration, the 2027 Grand Voyages offer a selection of multi-day overland tours that provide authentic, immersive experiences beyond the ship. For example, the Grand World Voyage includes a seven-day tour from Phuket, Thailand, to India, culminating with an up-close visit to the Taj Mahal, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, before rejoining the ship in Malé.

Additionally, travelers on both Grand Voyages can choose a four-day overland excursion to the Galapagos Islands, where they will encounter pristine landscapes and extraordinary wildlife such as giant tortoises, blue-footed boobies, Sally Lightfoot crabs, marine iguanas, and frigatebirds.

• 31 ports in 13 countries across two continents
• Fuerte Amador (Panama City), Callao (Lima), Montevideo, Buenos Aires, and Rio de Janeiro
• Access to 28 sites including Machu Picchu and the Galapagos Islands
• Overnight in Montevideo, visits to Isla Robinson Crusoe, and breathtaking scenic cruising in locations such as Pio XI Glacier and the Beagle Channel

Guests reserving either the 129-day Grand World Voyage or the 70-day Grand South America & Antarctica Voyage during the early booking period can receive up to two thousand US dollars in onboard credit per guest, a three percent discount for full payment, complimentary Wi-Fi Surf packages, and additional perks. These extras include a five hundred dollar air credit per person when booked through Flight Ease and complimentary roundtrip airport transfers in Fort Lauderdale.

Other potential benefits include luggage delivery service to and from the airport, prepaid crew gratuities, and laundry or dry-cleaning services for select stateroom categories. Terms and conditions apply.

An Unforgettable Onboard Experience

Throughout each Grand Voyage, Holland America Line ensures impeccable service, luxurious amenities, and engaging activities. Guests can unwind during relaxed sea days or participate in enriching onboard programs. Evenings come alive with cultural performances and special guest entertainers. Festive gala balls and elegant dress nights create lasting memories, culminating in the distinguished Captain’s Grand Voyage Dinner.

Dining aboard these voyages reaches new heights with daily rotating menus that showcase fresh, local ingredients and regional specialties, offering guests a culinary journey to match the exceptional destinations visited.