--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: 1f0544b1-e4f1-432b-8656-174cc0a677e5 slug: 2230893 voyage_code: V710A cruise_line: Holland America Line ship: Volendam departure_date: return_date: nights: 35 embarkation_port: Fort Lauderdale disembarkation_port: Sydney, Australia starting_price_usd: 8664.0 bookable: true last_updated: 2026-05-05T00:24:33Z --- # Ft. Lauderdale to Sydney > Holland America Line · Volendam · Jan 5 – Feb 10, 2027   (35 nights) ## Quick Facts | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | **Cruise Line** | Holland America Line | | **Ship** | Volendam | | **Duration** | 35 nights | | **Departure Date** | N/A | | **Return Date** | N/A | | **Embarkation Port** | Fort Lauderdale | | **Disembarkation Port** | Sydney, Australia | | **Starting Price** | 8,664 USD per person | | **Voyage Code** | V710A | ## Itinerary ### Day 1: Fort Lauderdale **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 07:00 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: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 5: Enter Panama Canal at Cristobal **Arrives:** 06:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 AM ### Day 5: Transit Panama Canal **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 5: Exit Panama Canal Balboa **Arrives:** 06:00 PM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM ### Day 6: Crossing the Equator **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 7: Manta **Arrives:** 05:00 AM · **Departs:** 04:00 PM Just outside this tranquil coast town lie the villages where the famous Panama hats are woven. Farther afield: colonial Quito, so perfectly preserved the entire Old Town has been designated a World Heritage Site. Sample shore excursions: A Day in Quito; Manta & Montecristi. ### Day 8: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 9: Callao (Lima) **Arrives:** 10:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Peru's bone-dry capital (only Cairo is drier as far as national capitals go), Lima is a booming energetic metropolis built on ancient foundations millennia in the making. At first she is no looker, but scratch that parched surface below the high-rise offices and dust-settled dwellings and Lima's charms begin to shine: Strikingly preserved pre-Columbian ruins sit defiantly among modern skyscrapers, a cultural potpourri of world-class museums, sun-toasted beaches beautifully illuminated by nightly... ### Day 10: Callao (Lima) **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM Peru's bone-dry capital (only Cairo is drier as far as national capitals go), Lima is a booming energetic metropolis built on ancient foundations millennia in the making. At first she is no looker, but scratch that parched surface below the high-rise offices and dust-settled dwellings and Lima's charms begin to shine: Strikingly preserved pre-Columbian ruins sit defiantly among modern skyscrapers, a cultural potpourri of world-class museums, sun-toasted beaches beautifully illuminated by nightly... ### Day 11: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 12: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 13: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 14: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 15: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 16: Easter Island **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM The imposing stone statues - known as moai - on Easter Island have long fascinated anthropologists (and travelers). Who were the people that carved, moved and erected such giants? What was the statues' significance? Why did the culture disappear? The statues won t say. Ponder the mysteries yourself on an island tour. ### Day 17: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 18: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 19: Pitcairn Island **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM This largely uninhabited island's rugged cliffs plunge into the blue waters of the South Pacific Ocean. Pitcairn Island is accessible only by boat and has 45 permanent residents. Once there, you can view ancient Polynesian rock carvings, or explore the Court House and church in Pitcairn's main square, where Fletcher Christian's Bounty bible is displayed. ### Day 20: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 21: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 22: Papeete **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM When Captain James Cook first sailed to Tahiti in 1769, he and his crew all thought they’d found paradise. Cook hinted at it in his journals, in coy language that would have been acceptable in his day; his men felt considerably less reserve, and returned home sporting tattoos and stories of a people who ate what fell from trees, and lived lives of freedom unknown in Europe. All without much need for clothes. Although all of French Polynesia is sometimes referred to as Tahiti, Tahiti proper ... ### Day 23: Papeete **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 AM When Captain James Cook first sailed to Tahiti in 1769, he and his crew all thought they’d found paradise. Cook hinted at it in his journals, in coy language that would have been acceptable in his day; his men felt considerably less reserve, and returned home sporting tattoos and stories of a people who ate what fell from trees, and lived lives of freedom unknown in Europe. All without much need for clothes. Although all of French Polynesia is sometimes referred to as Tahiti, Tahiti proper ... ### Day 23: Bahia d' Opunoha **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM Shaped like a heart and crowned with emerald-green spires, Moorea is easy to love. The Magical Island, as it's nicknamed, is celebrated for its untamed landscape and symmetrical side-by-side bays (called Opunohu and Cook's); it was said to be the inspiration for the mythical isle of Bali Hai in James Michener’s Tales of the South Pacific. Its languid lagoon seems without end, wrapping this 132-square-kilometer (50-square-mile) isle in shades of liquid blue, from pale aqua to intense turquoise.... ### Day 24: Bora Bora **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM When you arrive to Tahiti on your Bora Bora cruise you first see it from the ship as it navigates Teavanui Pass, you'll be astonished. Brilliant blue water in far too many shades to count and palm-dotted white-sand motus (islets) encircle a lush island topped by craggy Mount Otemanu. Close your eyes and open them again. Yes, you are on a beautiful French Polynesia cruise and it’s all real! This South Pacific isle with its exotic Tahitian-French allure has been captivating honeymooners and vaca... ### Day 25: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 26: Crossing the International Date line **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 27: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 28: Apia **Arrives:** 10:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM The remote Polynesian nation of Samoa, surrounded by dragonfly-bright seas, boasts a dramatic volcanic landscape with vibrant green jungles. The country has two major landmasses: Upolu, the most populous of the Samoan islands, and Savai'i, the third-largest Polynesian island. Samoa's capital, Apia, sits midway along Upolu's north coast. This sprawling metropolitan area features a waterfront promenade and Beach Road, an avenue curving along the harbor where the Royal Samoa Police Band marches and... ### Day 29: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 30: Savusavu, Vanua Levi, Fiji **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM Known as the hidden paradise of Fiji, the striking harbor town of Savusavu is located on the south coast of Vanua Levu Island. Backed by green hills and featuring a bustling marina and attractive waterfront, the town was originally established as a trading center for products like sandalwood, bêche-de-mer and copra. Today the town is known for its burgeoning eco-tourism infrastructure, which has spawned several luxury resorts. The surrounding waters mean an abundance of scuba diving and yachtin... ### Day 31: Suva, Viti Levu, Fiji Islands **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM In the time before time, the people who would become the Fijians were shaped of wet earth, pulled from the sea on a giant fishhook and given more than 300 islands to live on. Or if you want to be a little more prosaic, the people of Fiji were part of the great Lapita migration, which began somewhere around Taiwan and headed east. The first boats to arrive stopped migrating when they found this maze of islands formed by the earth turning itself inside out with volcanoes. The new Fijians spent ... ### Day 32: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 33: Easo, Lifou **Arrives:** 09:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM Easo is the capital of Lifou, the largest and most populated of the Loyalty Islands. Home to around 10,000 Kanak people, it’s a simple, relatively undeveloped and largely unspoiled place, famed for two things: a sandy palm-fringed beach that fans out on either side of the main dock, and a very friendly atmosphere. Cruise ships are often welcomed to this island paradise with traditional tribal dances as well as a colorful local market that pops up to sell food, drinks and crafts. The island its... ### Day 34: Noumea **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 03:00 PM New Caledonia's lush beauty has earned it many names, including "The Island Closest to Paradise" and "The St. Tropez of the Pacific." The poincianas, or flame trees, will color the island with their bright red umbrellas when you visit. ### Day 35: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 36: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 37: Sydney, Australia **Arrives:** 06:30 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM If you want a snapshot of Australia's appeal, look no further than Sydney: The idyllic lifestyle, friendly locals and drop-dead natural beauty of this approachable metropolis and its attractions explain why the country tops so many travelers' wish lists. But Sydney is more than just the embodiment of classic antipodean cool—the city is in a constant state of evolution. A list of what to do in Sydney might start with the white-hot nightlife, with its new cocktail bars and idiosyncratic mixology... ## Pricing Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy in USD. | Cabin Type | Starting Price | |------------|----------------| | Inside | $8,664 | | Ocean View | $9,659 | | Suite | $16,359 | ## 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. ### Enter Panama Canal at Cristobal ### Transit Panama Canal ### Exit Panama Canal Balboa ### Crossing the Equator ### Manta *Coordinates: -0.967653, -80.7089* Just outside this tranquil coast town lie the villages where the famous Panama hats are woven. Farther afield: colonial Quito, so perfectly preserved the entire Old Town has been designated a World Heritage Site. Sample shore excursions: A Day in Quito; Manta & Montecristi. ### Callao (Lima) *Coordinates: -12.0508, -77.126* Peru's bone-dry capital (only Cairo is drier as far as national capitals go), Lima is a booming energetic metropolis built on ancient foundations millennia in the making. At first she is no looker, but scratch that parched surface below the high-rise offices and dust-settled dwellings and Lima's charms begin to shine: Strikingly preserved pre-Columbian ruins sit defiantly among modern skyscrapers,... ### Easter Island *Coordinates: -27.1212, -109.366* The imposing stone statues - known as moai - on Easter Island have long fascinated anthropologists (and travelers). Who were the people that carved, moved and erected such giants? What was the statues' significance? Why did the culture disappear? The statues won t say. Ponder the mysteries yourself on an island tour. ### Pitcairn Island *Coordinates: -24.3765, -128.324* This largely uninhabited island's rugged cliffs plunge into the blue waters of the South Pacific Ocean. Pitcairn Island is accessible only by boat and has 45 permanent residents. Once there, you can view ancient Polynesian rock carvings, or explore the Court House and church in Pitcairn's main square, where Fletcher Christian's Bounty bible is displayed. ### Papeete *Coordinates: -17.535, -149.57* When Captain James Cook first sailed to Tahiti in 1769, he and his crew all thought they’d found paradise. Cook hinted at it in his journals, in coy language that would have been acceptable in his day; his men felt considerably less reserve, and returned home sporting tattoos and stories of a people who ate what fell from trees, and lived lives of freedom unknown in Europe. All without much need... ### Bahia d' Opunoha *Coordinates: -17.5388, -149.83* Shaped like a heart and crowned with emerald-green spires, Moorea is easy to love. The Magical Island, as it's nicknamed, is celebrated for its untamed landscape and symmetrical side-by-side bays (called Opunohu and Cook's); it was said to be the inspiration for the mythical isle of Bali Hai in James Michener’s Tales of the South Pacific. Its languid lagoon seems without end, wrapping this 132-s... ### Bora Bora *Coordinates: -16.5004, -151.741* When you arrive to Tahiti on your Bora Bora cruise you first see it from the ship as it navigates Teavanui Pass, you'll be astonished. Brilliant blue water in far too many shades to count and palm-dotted white-sand motus (islets) encircle a lush island topped by craggy Mount Otemanu. Close your eyes and open them again. Yes, you are on a beautiful French Polynesia cruise and it’s all real! This ... ### Crossing the International Date line ### Apia *Coordinates: -13.8507, 171.751* The remote Polynesian nation of Samoa, surrounded by dragonfly-bright seas, boasts a dramatic volcanic landscape with vibrant green jungles. The country has two major landmasses: Upolu, the most populous of the Samoan islands, and Savai'i, the third-largest Polynesian island. Samoa's capital, Apia, sits midway along Upolu's north coast. This sprawling metropolitan area features a waterfront promen... ### Savusavu, Vanua Levi, Fiji *Coordinates: -16.7799, 179.338* Known as the hidden paradise of Fiji, the striking harbor town of Savusavu is located on the south coast of Vanua Levu Island. Backed by green hills and featuring a bustling marina and attractive waterfront, the town was originally established as a trading center for products like sandalwood, bêche-de-mer and copra. Today the town is known for its burgeoning eco-tourism infrastructure, which has ... ### Suva, Viti Levu, Fiji Islands *Coordinates: -18.0877, 178.384* In the time before time, the people who would become the Fijians were shaped of wet earth, pulled from the sea on a giant fishhook and given more than 300 islands to live on. Or if you want to be a little more prosaic, the people of Fiji were part of the great Lapita migration, which began somewhere around Taiwan and headed east. The first boats to arrive stopped migrating when they found this maz... ### Easo, Lifou *Coordinates: -20.7781, 167.135* Easo is the capital of Lifou, the largest and most populated of the Loyalty Islands. Home to around 10,000 Kanak people, it’s a simple, relatively undeveloped and largely unspoiled place, famed for two things: a sandy palm-fringed beach that fans out on either side of the main dock, and a very friendly atmosphere. Cruise ships are often welcomed to this island paradise with traditional tribal da... ### Noumea *Coordinates: -20.9043, 165.618* New Caledonia's lush beauty has earned it many names, including "The Island Closest to Paradise" and "The St. Tropez of the Pacific." The poincianas, or flame trees, will color the island with their bright red umbrellas when you visit. ### Sydney, Australia *Coordinates: -33.8675, 151.207* If you want a snapshot of Australia's appeal, look no further than Sydney: The idyllic lifestyle, friendly locals and drop-dead natural beauty of this approachable metropolis and its attractions explain why the country tops so many travelers' wish lists. But Sydney is more than just the embodiment of classic antipodean cool—the city is in a constant state of evolution. A list of what to do in Sy... ## Booking Information - **Book This Cruise:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2230893 - **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/2230893 - **Markdown URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2230893.md - **API Endpoint:** https://cruisepirate.ai/api/cruises/2230893/ - **Primary Image:** https://images.cruisepirate.ai/v3/static/cruise-lines/holland-america-line/volendam/other/74973.webp - **Data Source:** CruisePirate Cruise Database - **Last Updated:** 2026-05-05 00:24:33 UTC