--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: ad605109-309f-443b-8d83-c9a57f4d1b49 slug: 2194944 voyage_code: V626 cruise_line: Holland America Line ship: Volendam departure_date: return_date: nights: 13 embarkation_port: Fort Lauderdale disembarkation_port: Montreal starting_price_usd: 1426.0 bookable: true last_updated: 2026-05-04T20:46:30Z --- # Atlantic Seaboard & Colonial New England: Montreal > Holland America Line · Volendam · May 17 – 30   (13 nights) ## Quick Facts | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | **Cruise Line** | Holland America Line | | **Ship** | Volendam | | **Duration** | 13 nights | | **Departure Date** | N/A | | **Return Date** | N/A | | **Embarkation Port** | Fort Lauderdale | | **Disembarkation Port** | Montreal | | **Starting Price** | 1,426 USD per person | | **Voyage Code** | V626 | ## Itinerary ### Day 1: Fort Lauderdale **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM There is an abundance of things to see and do in the Ft. Lauderdale area: visit the newly redesigned Ft. Lauderdale Beach and cafes, stroll the historic Riverwalk, shop the luxurious stores on Las Olas Boulevard or adventure to the Everglades for an intriguing air boat excursion. ### Day 2: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 3: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 4: Norfolk, USA **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM Norfolk, Virginia is a 400-year-old seaport that is home to one of the best maritime schools in the country and one of the most extensive naval bases in the world. A cruise to Norfolk brings guests to a vibrant waterfront full of lively restaurants and shopping districts, along with historic sites and monuments. Maritime enthusiasts will have plenty to explore. Tour USS Wisconsin and get to know this impressive battleship that earned five battle stars during WW II. Nauticus, a nearby maritime di... ### Day 5: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 6: Boston, Massachusetts **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM New England’s largest city, Boston, Massachusetts, is home to historic sights and modern neighborhoods; stores and restaurants with old-time character; and gracious green spaces as well as a beautiful waterfront. Legendary figures of the American Revolution come alive at buildings and attractions along Boston’s Freedom Trail, including the Paul Revere House and Old South Meeting House, and in Lexington and Concord just outside Boston. Pay homage to great U.S. presidents at the John F. Kenned... ### Day 7: Portland, Maine, USA **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 03:00 PM Squint your eyes and admit it: Doesn’t that skinny, bearded hipster walking down the cobbled street look a lot like a 19th-century sea captain heading to the wharf to check his ship? Modern Portland, first settled in 1633, carries the marks of both subsets of Mainers. The restored brick buildings and warehouses of the Old Port and the fine upright houses of prosperous captains, merchants and shipbuilders make the city’s past a living part of its present. And the waterfront is a going concern... ### Day 8: Halifax **Arrives:** 10:00 AM · **Departs:** 07:00 PM Located on a rocky inlet on the Atlantic Ocean, Halifax—Nova Scotia’s provincial capital—is defined by its maritime geography. It's a spirited mix of world-class history and nautical-themed museums alongside bunkers and fortresses that guarded the harbor, plus striking public art and sights, funky shops and excellent pubs serving up folk music (and good pints). Explore the Halifax waterfront where steamships once anchored to drop off arriving immigrants at Pier 21. Savor the low-key but... ### Day 9: Sydney, Canada **Arrives:** 10:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM Sydney is the largest city on Cape Breton Island, which is linked by causeway to the rest of Nova Scotia. Sydney’s attractions start at the harbor, where visitors can shop for locally made crafts and see the world’s largest fiddle, which towers beside the port’s cruise pavilion. Some of the city’s historic houses and churches date back to the 1700s and 1800s and are open for tours. Restaurants often provide live music (expect fiddles and sea chanteys) along with meals of seafood fresh-ca... ### Day 10: Charlottetown **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 11:00 PM Charlottetown is the capital of Canada’s smallest province, Prince Edward Island, as well as its largest city, though it has fewer than 35,000 residents. Despite its modest size, the city has an impressive number of Victorian houses and buildings and great parks waiting to be explored. For Canadians, it is perhaps most famous as the Birthplace of Confederation. It was here, mostly at Province House, that an 1864 conference led to the creation of the Dominion of Canada. Prince Edward Island... ### Day 11: Cruising Gulf Of St. Lawrence **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 12: Saint Lawrence River Cruising **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 13: Quebec City **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 07:00 PM Few places in North America are as steeped in history as Québec City, Canada. Older than Jamestown and founded before the Pilgrims landed at Plymouth Rock, it is the only city north of Mexico whose original fortifications remain intact. The Québec City historic district, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is still home to religious orders and hospitals that date back to the 17th century. Its Place-Royale would look familiar to the explorer Samuel de Champlain, even with its modern attractions of gi... ### Day 13: Saint Lawrence River Cruising **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 14: Montreal **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ## Pricing Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy in USD. | Cabin Type | Starting Price | |------------|----------------| | Inside | $1,426 | | Ocean View | $1,534 | | Suite | $2,749 | ## Ship Information ### Volendam Elegant and spacious, Volendam takes her décor cues from the garden. Her grand public spaces are graced with floral fabrics and tapestries, as well as huge vases of fresh floral arrangements. While on board, explore the wonders of nature in BBC Earth Experiences. Enjoy regional cooking demonstrations and food and wine tastings with EXC Port to Table programming. Relax with a spa treatment at the Greenhouse Salon & Spa. Or dine in one of our selection of fine restaurants. #### Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Passenger Capacity | 1,432 | | Crew | 615 | | Gross Tonnage | 61,214.0 | | Length | 781.0 ft | | Total Cabins | 716 | ## Onboard Amenities ### Technology - **Holland America Line Navigator**: Personalize your cruise experience once you’re on the ship with our free mobile-friendly tool. Plan your daily activities, browse and purchase shore e... ### Recreational - **Pickleball at Sea**: Play the fastest-growing sport in the U.S. with Holland America Line, the exclusive cruise line partner of the Professional Pickleball Association. Al... ### Food and Drink - **Lido Market**: Explore a world of intriguing culinary possibilities in the Lido Market. Steps from the Lido pool, this modern marketplace includes a curated selectio... - **Pinnacle Grill**: Pinnacle Grill offers an elegant dining experience, combining impeccable service with a menu that highlights the best of land and sea. Each course is ... - **The Dining Room**: For an elegant breakfast, leisurely lunch or unforgettable multi-course dinner, The Dining Room is your destination. For dinner, choose from classics ... - **Dive In**: Dive-In offers a variety of casual culinary classics, using the highest quality ingredients. Enjoy a burger, grilled to perfection and served on a toa... - **24-Hour Room Service**: Each day onboard offers delicious 24-hour room service options, world-class entertainment and enriching activities at Holland America Line. ### Other - **Onboard Shopping**: Enjoy a wide variety of duty-free shopping in such signature shops as The Vault, Diamonds and Gemstones by Merabella, which offers the best diamonds a... - **Kids Club**: Holland America Line's youth activities program, Kids Club, offers an array of entertaining events for kids and teens ages 3-17, supervised by a full-... ### Entertainment - **World Stage**: World Stage, the largest theater on board is home to a variety of performances day and night. Our exclusive EXC® Talk lecture series features captivat... - **Casino Action**: Your Holland America Line ship’s Casino offers a wide array of gaming options. Whether you prefer slot machines or want to try your hand at blackjack ... ### Fitness - **Fitness Center**: Stop by the professionally staffed Fitness Center equipped with the latest cardio and weight machines. Try one of our classes on indoor cycling, Pilat... ## Ports of Call ### Fort Lauderdale *Coordinates: 26.0966, -80.1241* There is an abundance of things to see and do in the Ft. Lauderdale area: visit the newly redesigned Ft. Lauderdale Beach and cafes, stroll the historic Riverwalk, shop the luxurious stores on Las Olas Boulevard or adventure to the Everglades for an intriguing air boat excursion. ### Norfolk, USA *Coordinates: 36.8546, -76.2744* Norfolk, Virginia is a 400-year-old seaport that is home to one of the best maritime schools in the country and one of the most extensive naval bases in the world. A cruise to Norfolk brings guests to a vibrant waterfront full of lively restaurants and shopping districts, along with historic sites and monuments. Maritime enthusiasts will have plenty to explore. Tour USS Wisconsin and get to know t... ### Boston, Massachusetts *Coordinates: 42.3589, -71.0578* New England’s largest city, Boston, Massachusetts, is home to historic sights and modern neighborhoods; stores and restaurants with old-time character; and gracious green spaces as well as a beautiful waterfront. Legendary figures of the American Revolution come alive at buildings and attractions along Boston’s Freedom Trail, including the Paul Revere House and Old South Meeting House, and in ... ### Portland, Maine, USA *Coordinates: 43.6615, -70.2553* Squint your eyes and admit it: Doesn’t that skinny, bearded hipster walking down the cobbled street look a lot like a 19th-century sea captain heading to the wharf to check his ship? Modern Portland, first settled in 1633, carries the marks of both subsets of Mainers. The restored brick buildings and warehouses of the Old Port and the fine upright houses of prosperous captains, merchants and shi... ### Halifax *Coordinates: 44.6462, -63.5736* Located on a rocky inlet on the Atlantic Ocean, Halifax—Nova Scotia’s provincial capital—is defined by its maritime geography. It's a spirited mix of world-class history and nautical-themed museums alongside bunkers and fortresses that guarded the harbor, plus striking public art and sights, funky shops and excellent pubs serving up folk music (and good pints). Explore the Halifax waterfr... ### Sydney, Canada *Coordinates: 46.1349, -60.1915* Sydney is the largest city on Cape Breton Island, which is linked by causeway to the rest of Nova Scotia. Sydney’s attractions start at the harbor, where visitors can shop for locally made crafts and see the world’s largest fiddle, which towers beside the port’s cruise pavilion. Some of the city’s historic houses and churches date back to the 1700s and 1800s and are open for tours. Restaur... ### Charlottetown *Coordinates: 46.2354, -63.1265* Charlottetown is the capital of Canada’s smallest province, Prince Edward Island, as well as its largest city, though it has fewer than 35,000 residents. Despite its modest size, the city has an impressive number of Victorian houses and buildings and great parks waiting to be explored. For Canadians, it is perhaps most famous as the Birthplace of Confederation. It was here, mostly at Province Ho... ### Cruising Gulf Of St. Lawrence ### Saint Lawrence River Cruising ### Quebec City *Coordinates: 46.8128, -71.2152* Few places in North America are as steeped in history as Québec City, Canada. Older than Jamestown and founded before the Pilgrims landed at Plymouth Rock, it is the only city north of Mexico whose original fortifications remain intact. The Québec City historic district, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is still home to religious orders and hospitals that date back to the 17th century. Its Place-Ro... ### Montreal *Coordinates: 45.5454, -73.6391* ## Booking Information - **Book This Cruise:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2194944 - **Compare Prices:** CruisePirate compares prices across multiple booking channels - **Price Alerts:** Set up alerts for price drops on this sailing - **Support:** Contact our AI-powered cruise assistant for personalized recommendations ### Why Book with CruisePirate? - Real-time price comparison across booking channels - AI-powered cruise recommendations - Transparent pricing with no hidden fees - Expert cruise search and filtering --- ## Technical Metadata - **Canonical URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2194944 - **Markdown URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2194944.md - **API Endpoint:** https://cruisepirate.ai/api/cruises/2194944/ - **Primary Image:** https://images.cruisepirate.ai/v3/static/cruise-lines/holland-america-line/volendam/other/74973.webp - **Data Source:** CruisePirate Cruise Database - **Last Updated:** 2026-05-04 20:46:30 UTC