129-day Grand world Voyage

Trip Code:60004
(AUD) Twin Share from $45,149pp
Days 130
Nights 129

129-night Grand Voyage from Ft. Lauderdale, Florida to Ft. Lauderdale, Florida aboard Volendam.

Calling at Barbados, Devils Island, Icoaraci, Recife, Rio De Janeiro, Montevideo, Buenos Aires, Falkland Islands, Antarctic Experience, Drake Passage and Cape Horn, Ushuaia, Beagle Channel, Daylight cruising Glacier Alley, Punta Arenas, Strait of Magellan, Puerto Montt, San Antonio, Easter Island, Bahia d Opunoha, Tahiti, Bora Bora, Auckland, Tauranga, Wellington, Christchurch, Picton, New Plymouth, Sydney, Brisbane, Townsville, Cairns, Darwin, Slawi Bay, Benoa, Singapore, Phuket, Colombo, Male, Port Louis, La Possession, Port Elizabeth, Cape Town, Luderitz, Walvis Bay, Takoradi, Abidjan, Praia, Mindelo and San Juan, with 65 days at sea. 50 ports of call across Florida, French Guiana, Brazil, Uruguay, Argentina, Chile, French Polynesia, New Zealand, Australia, Indonesia, Thailand, Sri Lanka, Maldives, Mauritius, Reunion, South Africa, Namibia, Ghana, Ivory Coast, Cape Verde and Puerto Rico.

Volendam is a Holland America Line ship that entered service in 1999, carrying around 1,430 guests. One of the smaller ships in the fleet, she is prized for longer and more unusual itineraries, with a flower-themed art collection and the line’s classic teak promenade deck.

Stateroom categories range from Interior to Neptune Suite.

  • 04 Jan 2028 – 12 May 2028
    from $45,149 pp twin share *

Additional Pricing Information

  • Interior from $45,149 pp twin share
  • Ocean View from $49,649 pp twin share
  • Vista Suite from $86,549 pp twin share
  • Neptune Suite from $153,149 pp twin share

* Prices and category availability are subject to change without notice.

Itinerary

Day 1 – Ft. Lauderdale, Florida

Departs 11:00 pm.

According to the popular 1960 beach movie, Fort Lauderdale is “where the boys are.” The city’s reputation as America’s Spring Break capital, however, has been replaced with the more favorable image of a prime family tourist destination, attracting more than 10 million visitors annually. The most popular beach resort in Florida is even more rightly famed as the “Yachting Capital of the World,” with more than 40,000 registered crafts calling its waters home. The city also prides itself on being the “Venice of America” with more than 300 miles of navigable waterways. Fort Lauderdale boasts world-class theaters, museums, sightseeing, and shopping. The city sits 24 miles north of Miami and is named after a series of forts built by the United States during the second Seminole War. The forts took their name from Major William Lauderdale, who was the commander of the detachment of soldiers who built the first fort. Look hard and you might find remnants of three of them today. More people seem to be interested in taking a water tour aboard the “Carrie B.”

Day 2 – At Sea

Day 3 – At Sea

Day 4 – At Sea

Day 5 – Barbados

Arrives 08:00 am, departs 05:00 pm.

Barbados is one of the few Caribbean islands solely colonized by one nation. It’s no wonder Bajans describe their country as being “more English than England sheself,” surnames like Worthing and Hastings abound. But look around and you know you’re not in England: rich and fertile tropical fields meet a glistening, azure sea. The soft pastels of old chattel houses blend with the vibrant reds, oranges, and greens of roadside fruit stands. In short, Barbados exudes a charm all its own. Perhaps it is due to Bajan culture, that celebrated blend of English tradition and the African heritage brought to the island by slaves imported to work the sugar plantations. The potent brew which results flavors every aspect of island life, from music, dance and art, to religion, language and food.

Day 6 – At Sea

Day 7 – Devils Island, French Guiana

Arrives 12:00 pm, departs 06:00 pm.

Day 8 – Crossing the Equator

Day 9 – Icoaraci (Belem), Brazil

Arrives 08:00 am, departs 05:00 pm.

Day 10 – At Sea

Day 11 – At Sea

Day 12 – Recife, Brazil

Arrives 08:00 am, departs 05:00 pm.

Day 13 – At Sea

Day 14 – At Sea

Day 15 – Rio De Janeiro, Brazil

Arrives 08:00 am.

“Passionate” best captures the wild beauty and heady sensuality that is Rio de Janeiro. For Rio is the Cidade Maravilhosa – the “Marvelous City” that throbs to a samba beat and revels in the hedonism of Carnival. There is no place on Earth like Rio – as the city natives, the famed Cariocas, delight in telling you. The geographical facts read like dry dust: over five million souls live in the city, another four million live in the surrounding suburbs, the metropolis is the cultural center of Brazil. The reality is Rio: the white sand beaches of Copacabana, the swaying palm trees, the immense statue of Christ the Redeemer and always the never-ending rhythm of life lived with passionate intensity.Founded in the early 16th century, Rio was once the capital of Brazil. The city remains the nation’s cultural and spiritual center, an amalgam of Latin and African cultures.

Day 16 – Rio De Janeiro, Brazil

Departs 05:00 pm.

“Passionate” best captures the wild beauty and heady sensuality that is Rio de Janeiro. For Rio is the Cidade Maravilhosa – the “Marvelous City” that throbs to a samba beat and revels in the hedonism of Carnival. There is no place on Earth like Rio – as the city natives, the famed Cariocas, delight in telling you. The geographical facts read like dry dust: over five million souls live in the city, another four million live in the surrounding suburbs, the metropolis is the cultural center of Brazil. The reality is Rio: the white sand beaches of Copacabana, the swaying palm trees, the immense statue of Christ the Redeemer and always the never-ending rhythm of life lived with passionate intensity.Founded in the early 16th century, Rio was once the capital of Brazil. The city remains the nation’s cultural and spiritual center, an amalgam of Latin and African cultures.

Day 17 – At Sea

Day 18 – At Sea

Day 19 – Montevideo, Uruguay

Arrives 08:00 am, departs 05:00 pm.

Nestled between the continent’s two giants, Brazil and Argentina, Uruguay is the second smallest country in South America. More than half of the nation’s population of three million reside in the capital of Montevideo, located at Uruguay’s southernmost point on the Rio de la Plata. Although small in size, Uruguay has proven to be big-hearted – the country is one of the most literate nations in the world while Montevideo is one of South America’s most interesting and cosmopolitan capitals.Montevideo is a charming city made up of 19th-century Beaux Arts buildings, parks, and historical monuments.

Day 20 – Buenos Aires, Argentina

Arrives 07:00 am, departs 11:59 pm.

Founded in the early 16th century, Buenos Aires was transformed from a colonial port into a cosmopolitan metropolis – the “Paris of the South” – by the cattle boom of the 1880s. As in the American West, boom was followed by bust. But that did not stop Buenos Aires from becoming the city it is today. With its air of haunted grandeur, Buenos Aires is a place of icy intellect and smoldering passion. It is a city where the elegant Colon Theater, one of the world’s great opera houses, stands in counterpoint to the working class barrios that gave birth to the tango. Perhaps the city’s enigmas and contradictions are best embodied by its two most famous citizens – the reclusive librarian and literary genius Jorge Luis Borges and the showgirl turned First Lady, Evita Peron.The “Paris of the South” flaunts its European heritage. One of the pleasures of Buenos Aires is simply absorbing its charm and flavor, from Parisian-style confiterias – cafés – to the city’s popular tango clubs.

Day 21 – At Sea

Day 22 – At Sea

Day 23 – At Sea

Day 24 – Falkland Islands (stanley)

Arrives 08:00 am, departs 05:00 pm.

Capital of the Falklands since 1845, tiny Stanley lies on the windswept tip of East Falkland Island. The Falklands long served as a way station for ships, particularly whalers, bound to and from Cape Horn. The islands’ rigorous environment is immediately apparent: Stanley Harbor is dotted with the hulks of vessels that succumbed to the fierce winds and waves of the South Atlantic. While their strategic location led to important roles in both World Wars, the islands are best remembered as the cause of the 1982 war between Argentina and the United Kingdom. Today, travelers increasingly journey to the islands to view their rich assortment of bird and marine life.Colorful houses occupy the low rolling moorland bordering Stanley Harbor. Stanley’s climate resembles London’s – cool and rainy though summer visitors are often blessed with clear, sunny skies.Note: Stanley is an anchorage port. Guests transfer to shore via ship’s tender.

Day 25 – At Sea

Day 26 – Antarctic Experience

Arrives 08:00 am, departs 06:00 pm.

Day 27 – Antarctic Experience

Arrives 08:00 am, departs 06:00 pm.

Day 28 – Antarctic Experience

Arrives 08:00 am, departs 06:00 pm.

Day 29 – Antarctic Experience

Arrives 08:00 am, departs 06:00 pm.

Day 30 – At Sea

Day 31 – Drake Passage and Cape Horn

Day 32 – Ushuaia (tierra Del Fuego), Argentina

Arrives 07:00 am, departs 02:00 pm.

Magellan called it Tierra del Fuego, “the Land of Fire,” having seen flames rising from the darkened islands. For over three centuries, the name struck fear in the hearts of mariners. Howling headwinds, mountainous seas and rocky coastlines spelled a sudden end to many voyages. Today, Ushuaia, a former Argentine penal colony, serves as your gateway to this wilderness where snow-capped mountains plummet to the icy waters of the Beagle Channel.In the late 19th century, Reverend Thomas Bridges spent years working with local tribes, compiling a dictionary of their Yaghan tongue. The work outlived the Yaghan: by the beginning of the 20th century, they had succumbed to disease.

Day 32 – Beagle Channel

Day 32 – Daylight cruising Glacier Alley

Day 33 – Punta Arenas, Chile

Arrives 10:00 am, departs 08:00 pm.

Punta Arenas lies atop rolling hills, looking out over the Strait of Magellan. In the days before the Panama Canal, this was a major port as ships plied the waters of Cape Horn. Punta Arenas remains a prosperous town today, thanks to its rich natural resources. The city is also the gateway to Chilean Patagonia, a maze of fjords, rivers, steppes, and mountains to the north. To the south lies the great frozen mass of Antarctica. Adventure awaits in any direction at this port located near the end of the earth.Across the Strait of Magellan lies Tierra del Fuego, the lonely, windswept island discovered by Magellan in 1520. The region was settled by Yugoslavian and English sheep ranchers in the 19th century.

Day 33 – Strait of Magellan

Day 34 – Scenic cruising Amalia or Brujo Glacier

Day 34 – Scenic cruising Sarmiento Channel

Day 35 – Cruising Chilean Fjords

Day 36 – Puerto Montt, Chile

Arrives 08:00 am, departs 05:00 pm.

Puerto Montt is your gateway to Chile’s magnificent Lake District. Here, snow-capped volcanoes gaze down on alpine valleys nestled among low hills. Glaciers carved out this terrain, leaving the jewel-like lakes in their wake. The Lake District was a magnet for German immigrants, and their legacy can be seen today in the manicured rose gardens of Puerto Varas, in Chile’s “German Villages” like Frutillar and in Puerto Montt’s gabled homes with elaborate balconies.Despite a population of more than 130,000, Puerto Montt retains the feel of a small town. For a simple introduction to the city, walk along its waterfront road lined with tempting artisan’s stalls and small cafés.Note: Puerto Montt is an anchorage port. Transportation from the ship to shore will be via the ship’s tender service.

Day 37 – At Sea

Day 38 – San Antonio (for Santiago), Chile

Arrives 07:00 am, departs 05:00 pm.

Nestled between rolling hills topped with colorful houses and meandering coastal dunes, the bustling city of San Antonio enjoys its reputation as the gateway to Chile’s central valley and the capital of Santiago. With a population of over five million people, Santiago sprawls at the feet of the snow-capped Andes. Inland lies the sun-kissed wine regions of Casablanca and Maipo Maipo Valley, Chile’s internationally renowned wine district.

Day 39 – At Sea

Day 40 – At Sea

Day 41 – At Sea

Day 42 – At Sea

Day 43 – Easter Island, Chile

Arrives 08:00 am, departs 06:00 pm.

Day 44 – At Sea

Day 45 – At Sea

Day 46 – Cruising Pitcairn Island

Arrives 08:00 am, departs 12:00 pm.

Day 47 – At Sea

Day 48 – At Sea

Day 49 – Bahia d Opunoha, Moorea, French Polynesia

Arrives 08:00 am, departs 05:00 pm.

Day 49 – Tahiti (Papeete), French Polynesia

Arrives 09:00 pm.

Papeete, the beating heart of French Polynesia, dances to the rhythm of island life while embracing modernity. Set against the backdrop of Tahiti’s emerald mountains and azure waters, this bustling capital city captivates with its fusion of French flair and Polynesian culture.Stroll through its vibrant markets, where the scent of exotic fruits mingles with the melodies of local musicians. Explore the historic sites, like the iconic Notre Dame Cathedral and the regal Presidential Palace, which reflect the city’s colonial past.Papeete’s waterfront promenade beckons with its bustling marina, offering glimpses of luxurious yachts and traditional outrigger canoes bobbing in the harbor. Indulge in delectable French-Polynesian cuisine at waterfront cafes and fine dining establishments, where fresh seafood delights the palate.Yet amid the urban buzz, Papeete maintains its connection to nature, with lush parks and gardens providing tranquil retreats. Whether you’re soaking up the sun on black sand beaches or immersing yourself in the vibrant local arts scene, Papeete invites you to experience the enchantment of the South Pacific with a touch of French sophistication.

Day 50 – Tahiti (Papeete), French Polynesia

Departs 06:00 pm.

Papeete, the beating heart of French Polynesia, dances to the rhythm of island life while embracing modernity. Set against the backdrop of Tahiti’s emerald mountains and azure waters, this bustling capital city captivates with its fusion of French flair and Polynesian culture.Stroll through its vibrant markets, where the scent of exotic fruits mingles with the melodies of local musicians. Explore the historic sites, like the iconic Notre Dame Cathedral and the regal Presidential Palace, which reflect the city’s colonial past.Papeete’s waterfront promenade beckons with its bustling marina, offering glimpses of luxurious yachts and traditional outrigger canoes bobbing in the harbor. Indulge in delectable French-Polynesian cuisine at waterfront cafes and fine dining establishments, where fresh seafood delights the palate.Yet amid the urban buzz, Papeete maintains its connection to nature, with lush parks and gardens providing tranquil retreats. Whether you’re soaking up the sun on black sand beaches or immersing yourself in the vibrant local arts scene, Papeete invites you to experience the enchantment of the South Pacific with a touch of French sophistication.

Day 51 – Bora Bora, French Polynesia

Arrives 08:00 am, departs 05:00 pm.

Day 52 – At Sea

Day 53 – At Sea

Day 54 – Cross International Date Line

The International Date Line is an imaginary line extending from the North Pole to the South Pole through the Pacific Ocean. It serves as the 180th meridian of longitude, and is used to designate the beginning of each calendar day.As you know, each adjacent time zone on the map has an hour time difference. However, at the International Date Line, +12 hours and -12 hours meet, bringing about a 24-hour time change. When your ship crosses to the west it’s one day later; if your ship crosses to the east, you’ve gone back a day.Crossing the International Date Line has long been a rite of passage for sailors, who often must participate in a line-crossing ceremony to become part of the sacred “Order of the Golden Dragon”, an honorary naval fraternity.

Day 55 – At Sea

Day 56 – At Sea

Day 57 – Auckland, New Zealand

Arrives 07:00 am.

Straddling a narrow isthmus created by 60 different volcanoes, New Zealand’s former capital boasts scenic beauty, historical interest and a cosmopolitan collection of shops, restaurants, museums, galleries and gardens. Rangitoto, Auckland’s largest and youngest volcano, sits in majestic splendor just offshore. Mt. Eden and One Tree Hill, once home to Maori earthworks, overlook the city. One of New Zealand’s fine wine districts lies to the north of Auckland. Auckland served as New Zealand’s capital from 1841 until 1865, when the seat of government moved to Wellington.

Day 58 – Auckland, New Zealand

Departs 06:00 pm.

Straddling a narrow isthmus created by 60 different volcanoes, New Zealand’s former capital boasts scenic beauty, historical interest and a cosmopolitan collection of shops, restaurants, museums, galleries and gardens. Rangitoto, Auckland’s largest and youngest volcano, sits in majestic splendor just offshore. Mt. Eden and One Tree Hill, once home to Maori earthworks, overlook the city. One of New Zealand’s fine wine districts lies to the north of Auckland. Auckland served as New Zealand’s capital from 1841 until 1865, when the seat of government moved to Wellington.

Day 59 – Tauranga, New Zealand

Arrives 06:30 am, departs 05:30 pm.

New Zealand’s natural bounty is always on display at the Bay of Plenty. It was Captain James Cook who in 1769 aptly named this bay, thanks to the prosperous Maori villages of the region. Tauranga, the chief city, is a bustling port, an agricultural and timber center and a popular seaside resort. Tauranga is also the gateway to Rotorua – a geothermal wonderland that is the heart of Maori culture. A 90-minute drive from Tauranga, Rotorua is New Zealand’s primary tourist attraction.Your ship docks near the foot of Mt. Maunganui, which rises 761 feet above the bay. Across the harbor, Tauranga offers scenic tidal beaches at Omokoroa and Pahoia. The region boasts fine beaches, big-game fishing, thermal springs and seaside resorts.

Day 60 – At Sea

Day 61 – Wellington, New Zealand

Arrives 08:00 am, departs 05:00 pm.

New Zealand’s capital offers stunning views of forested peninsulas, dramatic cliff-side homes and fine Victorian buildings. Settled in 1840 by the London-based New Zealand Company, “wonderful, windy Wellington” is frequently buffeted by bracing winds funneling through Cook Strait. The sophisticated metropolis boasts museums, winding streets and even a cable car. No wonder many travelers compare it to San Francisco. Despite its steep hills, the city can be easily explored on foot. Kelburn Cable Car, stairways and footpaths climb the slopes from the city center.

Day 62 – Christchurch (Lyttelton), New Zealand

Arrives 07:30 am, departs 06:00 pm.

Travel down the tree-lined Avon Rive, tour English-style gardens and drive past a Gothic cathedral. No, it’s not England – it’s Christchurch, New Zealand’s most English city. The colonists who settled Christchurch transformed the treeless landscape by planting European trees and setting aside vast tracts as parkland. Today, parks dot the city, giving Christchurch an old-world ambience that belies its sophisticated style. Settled under the auspices of the Church of England in the mid-1800s, Christchurch is a planned city that flourished with New Zealand’s agriculture and sheep industry. At the heart of the city lies Christchurch Cathedral, a Gothic cathedral built of local stone. The port of Lyttelton serves as your gateway to Christchurch.

Day 63 – Picton, New Zealand

Arrives 08:00 am, departs 05:00 pm.

Day 64 – New Plymouth, New Zealand

Arrives 07:00 am, departs 03:00 pm.

Day 65 – At Sea

Day 66 – At Sea

Day 67 – Sydney, Australia

Arrives 07:00 am.

As your ship passes Harbour Heads, you are presented with the shimmering skyline of Sydney – hailed by many seafarers as “the most beautiful harbor in the world.” Two prominent landmarks, Harbour Bridge and the sail-like curves of the Sydney Opera House, grace the backdrop of this picturesque harbor. There is a wealth of adventure waiting in Sydney – from its cosmopolitan city center to miles of beautiful beaches and the Blue Mountains.Australia’s oldest and largest city was born in 1788 with the arrival of the “First Fleet” transporting 760 British convicts. Today, Sydney is the largest port in the South Pacific and is often voted the most popular destination in the South Pacific.

Day 68 – Sydney, Australia

Departs 06:00 pm.

As your ship passes Harbour Heads, you are presented with the shimmering skyline of Sydney – hailed by many seafarers as “the most beautiful harbor in the world.” Two prominent landmarks, Harbour Bridge and the sail-like curves of the Sydney Opera House, grace the backdrop of this picturesque harbor. There is a wealth of adventure waiting in Sydney – from its cosmopolitan city center to miles of beautiful beaches and the Blue Mountains.Australia’s oldest and largest city was born in 1788 with the arrival of the “First Fleet” transporting 760 British convicts. Today, Sydney is the largest port in the South Pacific and is often voted the most popular destination in the South Pacific.

Day 69 – At Sea

Day 70 – Brisbane, Australia

Arrives 08:00 am, departs 05:00 pm.

Once considered the “country cousin” among Australian cities, Brisbane is today the nation’s third-largest metropolis – and one of the most desirable places to live in the country. Lying on the banks of the meandering Brisbane River, this cosmopolitan city boasts elegant 19th-century sandstone buildings, a lively cultural scene and superb parklands. Brisbane is also your gateway to uniquely Australian adventures, be it the theme parks of the Gold Coast or Queensland’s dazzling beaches.The beaches south of Brisbane form Queensland’s Gold Coast. Travel tip: Brisbane is pronounced “Bris-bin.”

Day 71 – At Sea

Day 72 – Townsville, Australia

Arrives 10:00 am, departs 07:00 pm.

Often described as the “unofficial capital of North Queensland,” Townsville was founded in 1856 when an enterprising sea captain built a wharf on Cleveland Bay. The city lies at the very north of the Dry Tropics, where the outback bush meets the waters of the Coral Sea. Today’s travelers are drawn to Townsville’s superb location. Queensland’s fabled Wet Tropics World Heritage Area lies just to the north of the city. Towering over Townsville is Castle Rock, a 1,300-foot monolith of pink granite that provides sweeping views of Townsville, Cleveland Bay and Magnetic Island. The Strand is Townsville’s lively entertainment district, home to shop, cafes, restaurants and a 24-hour water park.

Day 73 – Cairns, Australia

Arrives 08:00 am, departs 06:00 pm.

Cairns is one of Australia’s hottest vacation destinations. Cairns boasts three of Australia’s great natural wonders. Just offshore, immense bastions of living coral form the Great Barrier Reef. Sixteen miles of superb beaches stretch to the north of the city – the famed Marlin Coast. And inland lays the immense Daintree National Park. Cairns itself basks in tropical sunshine, balmy breezes waft in from Trinity Bay. The city’s graceful, tree-lined esplanade was once the gateway to the gold fields of North Queensland. Cairns graceful, tree-lined esplanade was once the gateway to the gold fields of North Queensland. A travel tip – Cairns is pronounced “cans.”

Day 74 – At Sea

Day 75 – Scenic Cruising Torres Strait

Day 76 – At Sea

Day 77 – Darwin, Australia

Arrives 08:00 am, departs 09:00 pm.

Closer to Indonesia than to any other Australian city, Darwin is the capital of the “Top End” – the remote, vast Northern Territory. Home to more than half of the territory’s population, the city reflects the rugged endurance and individualism required to survive the Outback. Darwin also boasts a colorful history to add to that heritage. During World War II the Japanese bombed the city and threatened invasion. In 1974, Cyclone Tracy cut a destructive swath through the region. In addition, man-eating crocodiles, tropical monsoons, searing heat and bush fires that burn for weeks are all part of everyday life.Locals in the Top End consume over 60 gallons of beer a year. All those empties don’t go to waste: Each year Darwin residents compete in the Beer Can Regatta, a race with boats, rafts and other vessels manufactured out of beer cans.

Day 78 – At Sea

Day 79 – At Sea

Day 80 – Slawi Bay, Komodo Island, Indonesia

Arrives 07:00 am, departs 02:00 pm.

Day 81 – Benoa (Denpasar), Bali, Indonesia

Arrives 07:00 am, departs 07:00 pm.

Day 82 – Crossing the Equator

Day 83 – At Sea

Day 84 – Singapore

Arrives 07:00 am.

Singapore – the very name summons visions of the mysterious East. The commercial center of Southeast Asia, this island city-state of five million people is a metropolis of modern high-rise buildings, Chinese shop-houses with red-tiled roofs, sturdy Victorian buildings, Buddhist temples and Arab bazaars. Founded in 1819 by Sir Stamford Raffles of the fabled East India Company, the city is a melting pot of people and cultures. Malay, Chinese, English and Tamil are official languages. Buddhism, Taoism, Islam, Hinduism and Christianity are the major faiths. Singapore is an ever-fascinating island boasting colorful traditions, luxurious hotels and some of the finest duty-free shopping in the world. Lying just 85 miles north of the Equator at the tip of the Malay Peninsula, the island was a haven for Malay pirates and Chinese and Arab traders.

Day 85 – Singapore

Departs 06:00 pm.

Singapore – the very name summons visions of the mysterious East. The commercial center of Southeast Asia, this island city-state of five million people is a metropolis of modern high-rise buildings, Chinese shop-houses with red-tiled roofs, sturdy Victorian buildings, Buddhist temples and Arab bazaars. Founded in 1819 by Sir Stamford Raffles of the fabled East India Company, the city is a melting pot of people and cultures. Malay, Chinese, English and Tamil are official languages. Buddhism, Taoism, Islam, Hinduism and Christianity are the major faiths. Singapore is an ever-fascinating island boasting colorful traditions, luxurious hotels and some of the finest duty-free shopping in the world. Lying just 85 miles north of the Equator at the tip of the Malay Peninsula, the island was a haven for Malay pirates and Chinese and Arab traders.

Day 86 – At Sea

Day 87 – Phuket, Thailand

Arrives 07:00 am, departs 04:00 pm.

Hailed as the “Pearl of the Andaman Sea,” this island off Thailand’s long southern coast boasts a colorful history. A crossroads for trade, Phuket has been a melting pot of Thai, Malay, Chinese and Western influences. Its importance over the past 500 years stemmed from the island’s natural resources, which include tin, hardwoods and rubber. In the past half-century, Phuket has enjoyed wide popularity as one of the premier travel destinations in Southeast Asia. Travelers are drawn to the island’s beaches, crystalline waters, and dramatic, forested hills.

Day 88 – At Sea

Day 89 – At Sea

Day 90 – Colombo, Sri Lanka

Arrives 08:00 am, departs 11:00 pm.

Day 91 – At Sea

Day 92 – Male, Maldives

Arrives 08:00 am, departs 05:00 pm.

Day 93 – At Sea

Day 94 – At Sea

Day 95 – At Sea

Day 96 – At Sea

Day 97 – Port Louis, Mauritius

Arrives 08:00 am, departs 06:00 pm.

Day 98 – La Possession, Reunion

Arrives 08:00 am, departs 06:00 pm.

Day 99 – At Sea

Day 100 – At Sea

Day 101 – At Sea

Day 102 – At Sea

Day 103 – Port Elizabeth, South Africa

Arrives 08:00 am, departs 09:00 pm.

Day 104 – At Sea

Day 105 – Cape Town, South Africa

Arrives 07:00 am.

Day 106 – Cape Town, South Africa

Day 107 – Cape Town, South Africa

Departs 11:59 pm.

Day 108 – At Sea

Day 109 – Luderitz, Namibia

Arrives 08:00 am, departs 05:00 pm.

Day 110 – Walvis Bay, Namibia

Arrives 08:00 am, departs 08:00 pm.

Day 111 – At Sea

Day 112 – At Sea

Day 113 – At Sea

Day 114 – Crossing Null Island

Day 115 – Takoradi, Ghana

Arrives 08:00 am, departs 05:00 pm.

Day 116 – Abidjan, Ivory Coast

Arrives 08:00 am, departs 05:00 pm.

Day 117 – At Sea

Day 118 – At Sea

Day 119 – At Sea

Day 120 – Praia, Ilha de Santiago, Cape Verde

Arrives 08:00 am, departs 05:00 pm.

Day 121 – Mindelo, Cape Verde

Arrives 08:00 am, departs 05:00 pm.

Day 122 – At Sea

Day 123 – At Sea

Day 124 – At Sea

Day 125 – At Sea

Day 126 – At Sea

Day 127 – San Juan, Puerto Rico

Arrives 08:00 am, departs 05:00 pm.

The oldest city under the American flag, San Juan vibrates to a lively salsa beat. There’s an unmistakable zest in the air here. Perhaps it’s the stunning natural setting: the verdant peaks, tropical forests, and gleaming white-sand beaches. Or maybe it’s Puerto Rico’s mix of cultures, the blend and occasional clash of four centuries of Spanish heritage overlaid with a century spent as America’s only Commonwealth. Whatever the reason, San Juan is one of the most enticing ports in the Caribbean, and it only gets lovelier with age.

Day 128 – At Sea

Day 129 – At Sea

Day 130 – Ft. Lauderdale, Florida

Arrives 07:00 am.

According to the popular 1960 beach movie, Fort Lauderdale is “where the boys are.” The city’s reputation as America’s Spring Break capital, however, has been replaced with the more favorable image of a prime family tourist destination, attracting more than 10 million visitors annually. The most popular beach resort in Florida is even more rightly famed as the “Yachting Capital of the World,” with more than 40,000 registered crafts calling its waters home. The city also prides itself on being the “Venice of America” with more than 300 miles of navigable waterways. Fort Lauderdale boasts world-class theaters, museums, sightseeing, and shopping. The city sits 24 miles north of Miami and is named after a series of forts built by the United States during the second Seminole War. The forts took their name from Major William Lauderdale, who was the commander of the detachment of soldiers who built the first fort. Look hard and you might find remnants of three of them today. More people seem to be interested in taking a water tour aboard the “Carrie B.”

Highlights

  • Immersive 129-night itinerary with 50 ports of call
  • Intimate Volendam ship with enrichment programmes and entertainment
  • Stateroom options from Interior to Neptune Suite

129-night Grand Voyage from Ft. Lauderdale, Florida to Ft. Lauderdale, Florida aboard Volendam.

Calling at Barbados, Devils Island, Icoaraci, Recife, Rio De Janeiro, Montevideo, Buenos Aires, Falkland Islands, Antarctic Experience, Drake Passage and Cape Horn, Ushuaia, Beagle Channel, Daylight cruising Glacier Alley, Punta Arenas, Strait of Magellan, Puerto Montt, San Antonio, Easter Island, Bahia d Opunoha, Tahiti, Bora Bora, Auckland, Tauranga, Wellington, Christchurch, Picton, New Plymouth, Sydney, Brisbane, Townsville, Cairns, Darwin, Slawi Bay, Benoa, Singapore, Phuket, Colombo, Male, Port Louis, La Possession, Port Elizabeth, Cape Town, Luderitz, Walvis Bay, Takoradi, Abidjan, Praia, Mindelo and San Juan, with 65 days at sea. 50 ports of call across Florida, French Guiana, Brazil, Uruguay, Argentina, Chile, French Polynesia, New Zealand, Australia, Indonesia, Thailand, Sri Lanka, Maldives, Mauritius, Reunion, South Africa, Namibia, Ghana, Ivory Coast, Cape Verde and Puerto Rico.

Volendam is a Holland America Line ship that entered service in 1999, carrying around 1,430 guests. One of the smaller ships in the fleet, she is prized for longer and more unusual itineraries, with a flower-themed art collection and the line’s classic teak promenade deck.

Stateroom categories range from Interior to Neptune Suite.

Inclusions

  • Dining in the main Dining Room and casual venues
  • Live music venues and nightly entertainment
  • Fitness centre and swimming pools
  • Enrichment programme and port talks

FAQs

Volendam is a Holland America Line ship that entered service in 1999, carrying around 1,430 guests. One of the smaller ships in the fleet, she is prized for longer and more unusual itineraries, with a flower-themed art collection and the line’s classic teak promenade deck.

Stateroom categories available on this sailing: Neptune Suite, Vista Suite, Ocean View and Interior.

How long is this journey?

This itinerary runs for 130 days and 129 nights.

When can I travel?

Departures are currently scheduled between 04 Jan 2028 and 13 May 2028, subject to live availability.

What is generally included?

Inclusions typically cover guided touring and selected experiences, with exact details listed in the itinerary.

What style of accommodation is used?

Accommodation is pre-arranged as part of the journey, with specific properties shown in the trip details.

Provided by: Holland America Line

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(AUD) Twin Share from $45,149pp
Days 130
Nights 129

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