Holland America Line has updated its 2026 Grand World Voyage aboard the Volendam, now offering guests a refreshed itinerary with stops across East and Southeast Asia, Central America, U.S. destinations and a Panama Canal transit.
The updated itinerary replaces the previous route through the Red Sea. In consultation with global security experts and in response to the evolving situation in the region, Holland America has opted to adjust the planned voyage.
Adjustments Made to Grand World Voyage
The changes will affect the last 54 days of the voyage. The updated cruise will now visit 51 ports in 23 countries and territories, spanning five continents, concluding as planned on May 17, 2026, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
“We know immersive experiences in exciting destinations are always a main draw for those choosing a world cruise. The dozen ports we’ve added in Asia will bring that part of the world to life for our guests,” said Beth Bodensteiner, Chief Commercial Officer for Holland America Line, in a press statement. “From exploring the emerald waters of Halong Bay or snorkeling in Nha Trang to overnight stays in Hong Kong, Nagasaki and Tokyo, the deep exploration of the region provides guests the opportunity to take in the culture and natural beauty of Asia as part of their world cruise.”
Newly Added Highlights:
- Following the originally planned overnight call in Singapore, Volendam will sail north to Vietnam, calling at Phu My (Ho Chi Minh City), Nha Trang and Halong Bay (Hanoi).
- The ship will overnight in Hong Kong before continuing northeast to Kaohsiung and Keelung (Taipei), Taiwan.
- Guests will enjoy six ports in Japan, including overnights in Nagasaki and Tokyo, before completing a transpacific crossing.
- Volendam will call at Kodiak, Sitka and Ketchikan, Alaska, before sailing south along the Pacific Coast of the U.S. to Seattle, Washington and San Diego, California.
- The voyage continues southeast to Manzanillo and Puerto Chiapas, Mexico, Acajutla, El Salvador, and finally overnights in Fuerte Amador (Panama City), Panama, before transiting the Panama Canal.
- The ship calls at Cartagena, Colombia, before sailing north to the journey’s conclusion in Fort Lauderdale.
Early Booking Bonus Benefits
Until June 16, 2025, guests who book the 133-day Grand World Voyage receive up to $2,000 in onboard credit per guest, a 3% pay-in-full discount, a free WiFi Surf package and more. Additional perks for all guests who book early include a $500 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 dry cleaning service when booking certain stateroom categories. Terms and conditions apply.
Beginning on Nov. 13, guests will be able to book 21- to 55-day segments featuring the new portion of the itinerary. Highlighted segments include:
- 55-day Singapore to Fort Lauderdale, departing March 24, 2026
- 21-day Singapore to Tokyo, departing March 24, 2026
- 34-day Tokyo to Fort Lauderdale, departing April 14, 2026
For more information, visit hollandamerica.com.
