HAL-Holland America Line has announced the opening of bookings for its 2026 Grand World Voyage. This ambitious 132-day cruise will take passengers on an extensive journey across all 7 continents, including a special 4-day Antarctic Experience.
The voyage is set to sail aboard the ms Volendam, offering an intimate cruising experience with the opportunity to visit 47 ports in 39 countries. The itinerary includes overnight stays in iconic cities like Rio de Janeiro, Sydney NS, Singapore, and Alexandria, as well as late-night departures from several exotic locations.
The 2026 Grand World Voyage will depart from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and will feature a route that travels south along the East Coast of South America, crosses the equator, and ventures down to Antarctica. After exploring the icy continent, the cruise will head to Easter Island, traverse the islands of the South Pacific, and continue to Australia. Passengers will have the chance to experience the Great Barrier Reef, Singapore, and the Maldives before heading to the Mediterranean and Northern Europe.
Highlights of the trip include scenic cruising of the Chilean fjords, a visit to Easter Island followed by scenic cruising around Pitcairn Island, and a call at Bordeaux paired with scenic cruising of the Gironde Estuary. The cruise promises to provide guests with memorable moments and the luxury of time to explore each destination thoroughly.
Early booking benefits are available for those who wish to secure their spot on this once-in-a-lifetime journey. Interested travelers can contact Holland America Line’s World Cruise Reservations Desk or their travel advisor to make a deposited Future Cruise Request, which will give them priority booking confirmation before the voyage officially opens to the public.