--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: b8b480f2-c37a-42aa-8f1d-93c44790cee2 slug: 2335735 voyage_code: V810 cruise_line: Holland America Line ship: Volendam departure_date: return_date: nights: 129 embarkation_port: Fort Lauderdale disembarkation_port: Fort Lauderdale starting_price_usd: 30709.0 bookable: true last_updated: 2026-07-16T05:41:06Z --- # 129-Day Grand World Voyage > Holland America Line · Volendam · Jan 4 – May 13, 2028   (129 nights) ## Quick Facts | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | **Cruise Line** | Holland America Line | | **Ship** | Volendam | | **Duration** | 129 nights | | **Departure Date** | N/A | | **Return Date** | N/A | | **Embarkation Port** | Fort Lauderdale | | **Disembarkation Port** | Fort Lauderdale | | **Starting Price** | 30,709 USD per person | | **Voyage Code** | V810 | ## Itinerary ### Day 1: Fort Lauderdale **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 11:00 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: Bridgetown **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM Barbadians, or Bajans in local parlance, consider their island nation the most British of the Caribbean: Queen Elizabeth II is still head of state, and English products are stocked in many of its stores and restaurants. Barbados is known as the birthplace of international pop star Rihanna, but it has also produced some of the biggest Caribbean calypso and soca music stars. The summer Crop Over festival is a huge carnival event. With live music and crafts for sale, the popular Friday fish fry at ... ### Day 6: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 7: Devils Island, French Guiana **Arrives:** 12:00 PM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM Devil's Island, part of a three-island chain called Îles du Salut, in French Guiana, was home to one of the most infamous—and impregnable—prisons of the 19th and 20th centuries. Opened in 1852, it received worldwide renown in the mid-1890s when French military captain Alfred Dreyfus was sentenced to life imprisonment after being wrongly convicted of selling military secrets to Germany. Although Dreyfus's sentence was commuted after five years, more than 80,000 political prisoners and hardened cr... ### Day 8: Crossing the Equator **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 9: Icoaraci (Belem), Brazil **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM Founded in 1616 as one of the first settlements along Brazil's Amazon River, Belém, the capital of the Brazilian state of Pará, once prospered as one of South America's spotlight playgrounds for the rich and cultured. This urban oasis in the jungle experienced unprecedented growth and fortune during the rubber boom at the turn of the 19th century thanks to a Brazilian monopoly on latex. It was during this golden era that the City of Mango Trees constructed one of its most important landmarks, th... ### Day 10: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 11: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 12: Recife **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM With Recife's receding tide comes a most unusual bathing beach, dotted with a myriad of inviting pools and a surreal seascape of reef rocks. Hence the name Recife, which means reef. Discover nearby Olinda, a colonial gem beautifully preserved in pastel shades of stucco ### 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: Rio de Janeiro **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Some cities need no introduction, and even fewer cities live up to their reputation the way Rio de Janeiro does, in both the best sense—how visitors experience sheer exhilaration being there—and the harsh reality of its social and economic strains. Situated in arguably the world’s most dramatic urban setting, it has apartment complexes that hang on huge granite peaks which rise smack in the middle of the city, and adding to the drama, its stunning beaches seem to stretch forever. A quick cour... ### Day 16: Rio de Janeiro **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM Some cities need no introduction, and even fewer cities live up to their reputation the way Rio de Janeiro does, in both the best sense—how visitors experience sheer exhilaration being there—and the harsh reality of its social and economic strains. Situated in arguably the world’s most dramatic urban setting, it has apartment complexes that hang on huge granite peaks which rise smack in the middle of the city, and adding to the drama, its stunning beaches seem to stretch forever. A quick cour... ### 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: Montevideo **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM Friendly and genteel, Montevideo honors colonial customs: long lunches, siestas, high tea. Nearby: Colonia del Sacramento, the oldest city in Uruguay (ca. 1680) and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Sample shore excursions: Colonia del Sacramento; A Gaucho's Life. ### Day 20: Buenos Aires **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 11:59 PM In the early 20th century, Buenos Aires, Argentina, gained immense wealth when it began shipping its pampas-raised beef around the world. It quickly entered the club of great world cities, and a slew of attractions and architectural jewels soon arose. Since that time, the capital has experienced huge swings in economic and political fortune. But Buenos Aires continues to fascinate and entertain sightseeing visitors, both for its chaotic energy and for its sheer urban beauty. Thankfully, the Bell... ### Day 21: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 22: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 23: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 24: Stanley/Falkland Is/Islas Malvinas **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM The world's southernmost capital, Stanley is located in the Falklands archipelago, which consists of two main islands, East and West Falkland, along with smaller islands nearby. Stanley is proud of its British heritage, evidenced everywhere from its red telephone boxes to its pubs. The Falklands were first claimed by the English in 1765; over the centuries the Crown has had to abandon, reclaim and defend these far-flung islands from invading nations—including an Argentine foray in 1982. During t... ### Day 25: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### 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 Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 31: Drake Passage **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 32: Ushuaia, Argentina **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 02:00 PM Dramatic, fantastical, otherworldly—this is the end of the world, for real. Positioned at the southernmost tip of Argentina, this memorable port town is cradled between the pristine—and towering—Martial Mountains and accessed by the picturesque Beagle Channel (which was named for Darwin’s famed vessel). Ushuaia is the capital of the Tierra del Fuego region, which is best described as a spectacular collection of superlative natural wonders. It’s a veritable kaleidoscope of glittering glaciers, sn... ### Day 32: Beagle Channel **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 32: Daylight cruising Glacier Alley **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 33: Punta Arenas, Chile **Arrives:** 10:00 AM · **Departs:** 08:00 PM If Punta Arenas exudes an "edge of the world" air, it's not without reason. This windblown city near Chile's southernmost tip sits on the Strait of Magellan, which itself is positioned squarely between the Atlantic and Pacific oceans. The city has played—and continues to play—an important role in geographic, political and economic affairs in South America's so-called Southern Cone, which is formed by Chile and neighboring Argentina. Too many travelers rush through Punta Arenas, treating it as a ... ### Day 33: Strait of Magellan **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 34: Scenic cruising Amalia or Brujo Glacier **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 34: Scenic cruising Sarmiento Channel **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 35: Cruising Chilean Fjords **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 36: Puerto Montt **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM Gateway to the scenic Lake District, a series of fragrant eucalyptus and pine forests, icy lakes, Bavarian hamlets and luminous snowcapped volcanoes. Sample shore excursions: Alerce Mountain Lodge & Lake of Reflections; Petrohué Rapids & Frutillar. ### Day 37: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 38: San Antonio (Santiago), Chile **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM This large, modern port serves Chile’s capital, Santiago, a city with Spanish colonial charm and a vivacious spirit. Encircled by the Andes and the Coastal Range, Santiago is centered around the Plaza de Armas, with several of the city’s landmarks: the 18th-century Metropolitan Cathedral the Palacio de la Real Audencia from 1808, the City Hall and the National Museum of History. North of San Antonio lie the picturesque old port and university town of Valparaíso and the colorful seaside resort of... ### Day 39: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 40: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 41: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 42: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 43: Easter Island **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 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 44: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 45: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 46: Cruising Pitcairn Island **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 PM ### Day 47: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 48: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 49: Bahia d' Opunoha **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 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. D... ### Day 49: Papeete **Arrives:** 09:00 PM · **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 is... ### Day 50: Papeete **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM 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 is... ### Day 51: Bora Bora **Arrives:** 08:00 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 vacati... ### Day 52: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 53: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 54: Crossing the International Date line **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 55: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 56: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 57: Auckland **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM New Zealand's biggest city deserves more than a layover. Auckland is multicultural and cosmopolitan, with sizeable Polynesian, Asian and Maori populations enriching its history and broadening the palate. Internationally known chefs and fashion designers have made neighborhoods like Ponsonby, Newmarket and Parnell world-class destinations for shopping and dining. You're never far from water attractions in New Zealand—and this is especially true in Auckland where it's not unheard of for downto... ### Day 58: Auckland **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM New Zealand's biggest city deserves more than a layover. Auckland is multicultural and cosmopolitan, with sizeable Polynesian, Asian and Maori populations enriching its history and broadening the palate. Internationally known chefs and fashion designers have made neighborhoods like Ponsonby, Newmarket and Parnell world-class destinations for shopping and dining. You're never far from water attractions in New Zealand—and this is especially true in Auckland where it's not unheard of for downto... ### Day 59: Tauranga (Rotorua), New Zealand **Arrives:** 06:30 AM · **Departs:** 05:30 PM Site of fierce Maori wars, Tauranga today is a peaceful city in the heart of kiwifruit-growing country. Farther afield: Rotorua, with its spouting geysers and bubbling mud pools, the Waitomo Glow Worm Caves and nocturnal kiwi houses. Sample shore excursions: Fascinating Rotorua; Longridge Park & Jetboat Ride; Maori Marae Visit. ### Day 60: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 61: Wellington **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM New Zealand's friendly capital city features gaily painted old wooden houses and a red cable car that takes you up to the Wellington Botanic Gardens and a fine view of the harbor. A must-see is the engaging Te Papa Museum. Sample shore excursions: The Best of Wellington's Pubs; Boomrock Escape; Lord of the Rings - on Location. ### Day 62: Lyttelton **Arrives:** 07:30 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM Are you in England or New Zealand? It's hard to tell in this city crowned by a neo-Gothic stone cathedral and set along the grassy banks of the Avon River. Nearby: the fertile Canterbury Plains and rugged high-country sheep stations. ### Day 63: Picton **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM Set in the upper reaches of Queen Charlotte Sound, Picton is perfect in every way: climate, scenery, outdoor adventure. Gateway to the largest grape-growing and wine-producing region of New Zealand. Sample shore excursions: A Taste of Picton; The Wines of Marlborough; Queen Charlotte Sound Kayaking. ### Day 64: New Plymouth, New Zealand **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 03:00 PM What began in the19th century as a trading post on Mãori land is now New Plymouth, a city renowned for its beautiful parks, botanical gardens and coastal walkway, ideal for exploring on foot or bike. ### Day 65: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 66: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 67: Sydney, Australia **Arrives:** 07:00 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 d... ### Day 68: Sydney, Australia **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM 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 d... ### Day 69: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 70: Brisbane **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM Queensland’s capital, tucked between the Gold Coast and the Sunshine Coast, is often overlooked in favor of its stylish sister, Sydney, and its cultured cousin, Melbourne. But Brisbane, or "Brissy" for short, has recently come out of the shadows to show off its own variety of sun-drenched cool. Brisbane may be a contender for Australia’s hippest city, thanks to its clutch of crafty bars, eclectic restaurants and homegrown fashion. The city's subtropical climate brings joggers and cyclists to the... ### Day 71: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 72: Townsville **Arrives:** 10:00 AM · **Departs:** 07:00 PM The Townsville region in North Queensland, Australia is a bustling and vibrant destination boasting diversity in landscape, lifestyle and experiences. Experience barra fishing in the Burdekin or Hinchinbrook, snorkeling fringing reefs around Magnetic Island, scuba diving on the Great Barrier Reef, bird watching at the surrounding wetlands, skydiving The Strand in Townsville, or taking a wagon ride in Charters Towers. With reef, rainforest, outback and wetlands all within easy traveling distance ... ### Day 73: Cairns **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM The gateway to Australia's Great Barrier Reef and the tropical north of the country, Cairns sits on the east coast of the Cape York Peninsula in northern Queensland. This laid-back city is popular with travelers who depart from here for days of sailing, diving, snorkeling and trekking through nearby parks—a celebrated launching pad especially for those who want to explore the reef, the Daintree Rain Forest and other attractions of this part of Queensland. And what better place to start one's adv... ### Day 74: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 75: Scenic Cruising Torres Strait **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 76: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 77: Darwin **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 09:00 PM Surrounded on three sides by the turquoise Timor Sea, the Northern Territory’s capital is closer in both distance and temperament to Southeast Asia than it is to most of Australia’s major cities. The lifestyle here is tropical, which means a relaxed atmosphere, balmy weather, fabulous fusion food and vibrant outdoor markets. This cosmopolitan city has fewer than 140,000 residents, but they include some 50 nationalities. After heavy bombing in World War II and a disastrous cyclone in 1974, Dar... ### Day 78: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 79: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 80: Slawi Bay, Komodo **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 02:00 PM Indonesia is easily one of the most exotic destinations on Earth. But coming into port in Komodo—located between the islands of Sumbawa and Flores, in the eastern part of the Indonesian archipelago—feels like arriving on an entirely different planet. The major draw here is, of course, Komodo National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and biosphere reserve since 1992. The region is home to roughly 5,700 Komodo dragons, which are, in fact, lizards—and the largest lizards in the world at that, gro... ### Day 81: Benoa (Denpasar) **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 07:00 PM Indonesia is made up of more than 13,000 islands, but even with all that competition, Bali manages to stand out. Beautiful temples and shrines of all sizes are spread across the island, tucked down narrow alleyways, hidden within the jungle or serenely presiding over scenic locations, like the dramatic Pura Tanah Lot atop a rock formation just off Bali’s western coast. Bali is well known for its arts—traditional music and dance, painting, wood and stone carvings, silver jewelry and ikat and b... ### Day 82: Crossing the Equator **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 83: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 84: Singapore **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM City-states are rare in the present day—and none are quite like Singapore. In the 20th century, the Southeast Asian nation hurtled itself into the modern world, and it continues to expand its state-of-the-art transportation system and build its edgy skyline. Yet Singapore's urban plan wisely maintained its intimate neighborhoods, many with streets lined with colorful shophouses (a type of building unique to parts of Asia, with businesses located on their ground floors and residences above). Add ... ### Day 85: Singapore **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM City-states are rare in the present day—and none are quite like Singapore. In the 20th century, the Southeast Asian nation hurtled itself into the modern world, and it continues to expand its state-of-the-art transportation system and build its edgy skyline. Yet Singapore's urban plan wisely maintained its intimate neighborhoods, many with streets lined with colorful shophouses (a type of building unique to parts of Asia, with businesses located on their ground floors and residences above). Add ... ### Day 86: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 87: Phuket **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 04:00 PM Situated off the west coast of Thailand in the Andaman Sea, Phuket is Thailand’s largest island. Gain an understanding of Phuket history at the Talang National Museum; marvel at the elaborate ornamental design of Wat Chalong, Phuket's most important Buddhist temple; and of course spend time on one of the islands many incredible world-class beaches. Sample shore excursions: Sea Canoe Adventure; Phang Nga Bay. ### Day 88: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 89: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 90: Colombo **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 11:00 PM Scarred by decades of civil war, Sri Lanka and its commercial capital, Colombo, are relatively new to modern-day tourism. But Colombo has been a crucial trading post for more than 2,000 years. The city rose to prominence as Sri Lanka's most important port town in the 16th century with the arrival of Portuguese fleets. After a period under Dutch rule, Ceylon—as Sri Lanka was then called—became part of the British Empire in 1802. Sri Lanka gained independence in 1948, but the country experienced i... ### Day 91: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 92: Male **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM Densely populated and lively, Malé is the bustling island capital of the Maldives. Trace the country’s unusual history at the National Museum and visit the Old Friday Mosque, dating from 1656. ### Day 93: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 94: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 95: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 96: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 97: Port Louis **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM Port Louis is the capital city of Mauritius, in the Indian Ocean. It's known for its French colonial architecture and the 19th-century Champ de Mars horse-racing track. The Caudan Waterfront is a lively dining and shopping precinct. Nearby, vendors sell local produce and handicrafts at the huge Central Market. The Blue Penny Museum focuses on the island’s colonial and maritime history, along with its culture. ### Day 98: La Possession, Reunion **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM La Possession is a commune in the French overseas department of Réunion. It is located on the northwest side of the island of Réunion, between the capital of Saint-Denis and the commune of Le Port. ### Day 99: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 100: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 101: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 102: Durban **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM The coastal port of Durban lies along the Indian Ocean in the Kwa-Zulu Natal province of South Africa, where golden sand beaches meet warm blue-green waters. This stretch of pristine beach in the central area of the city is called the Golden Mile, but in fact stretches out for four miles, making it a beachcomber's paradise. If surfboards and sunbathing are not your thing, the promenades fronting the beach are a haven for flea markets and shops. Jump into a three-wheeled 'tuk-tuk' for a unique... ### Day 103: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 104: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 105: Cape Town **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Cape Town's spectacular setting on Table Bay, beneath the 1,082-meter (3,550-foot) Table Mountain and Lion's Head, seldom fails to take one's breath away, whether you are a local or a visitor. If Johannesburg is South Africa's New York, this port city of four million, settled by traders from the Dutch East India Company in 1652, is its San Francisco. With a rich array of restaurants, galleries, vineyards and countless beaches, as well as a Mediterranean climate, life on the Cape Peninsula, which... ### Day 106: Cape Town **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Cape Town's spectacular setting on Table Bay, beneath the 1,082-meter (3,550-foot) Table Mountain and Lion's Head, seldom fails to take one's breath away, whether you are a local or a visitor. If Johannesburg is South Africa's New York, this port city of four million, settled by traders from the Dutch East India Company in 1652, is its San Francisco. With a rich array of restaurants, galleries, vineyards and countless beaches, as well as a Mediterranean climate, life on the Cape Peninsula, which... ### Day 107: Cape Town **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 11:59 PM Cape Town's spectacular setting on Table Bay, beneath the 1,082-meter (3,550-foot) Table Mountain and Lion's Head, seldom fails to take one's breath away, whether you are a local or a visitor. If Johannesburg is South Africa's New York, this port city of four million, settled by traders from the Dutch East India Company in 1652, is its San Francisco. With a rich array of restaurants, galleries, vineyards and countless beaches, as well as a Mediterranean climate, life on the Cape Peninsula, which... ### Day 108: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 109: Luderitz **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM Lüderitz is a coastal town in southwestern Namibia. It’s known for its German colonial buildings, including the art nouveau Goerke Haus, built into the rock face on Diamond Hill. Nearby, Felsenkirche is a hilltop church with panoramic bay views stretching around to Robert Harbor. ### Day 110: Walvis Bay **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM Sitting between the Namib Desert and the Atlantic Ocean, Namibia's Walvis Bay sparkles in colors both vivid and varied, from its golden beaches, blue waters and deep-pink flamingos on the coast to the red-and-tan dunes of the nearby desert and the brightly painted colonial buildings of Swakopmund, just over 40 kilometers, or 24 miles, to the north. Its unique biological diversity includes abundant marine life, particularly seals, sea turtles, dolphins and whales—in fact, the bay's name comes fro... ### Day 111: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 112: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 113: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 114: Crossing Null Island **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 115: Takoradi, Ghana **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM Once a modest fishing village, Takoradi is today a major port city. Explore its colonial past with a visit to the ruins of the Dutch Orange Fort. Takoradi has wonderful restaurants, be sure to sample the local cuisine at any of the beachside resorts. ### Day 116: Abidjan, Ivory Coast **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM Known as “the Manhattan of the tropics,”Abiijian is one of the Côte d’Ivoire’s two capitals. This populous city boasts one of Africa’s liveliest music scenes, picturesque lagoons lined with swaying palm trees, as well as coffee and cocoa plantations. ### Day 117: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 118: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 119: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 120: Praia, Ilha De Santiago, Cape Verde **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM ### Day 121: Mindelo, Sao Vicente **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM Nearly 400 miles off the coast of Africa, lies a handful of islands known as Cape Verde. The islands of Cape Verde range from steep and rocky, to flat and sandy. Enjoy harbor-side bars and shops of Mindelo. Although traces of the Portuguese culture are woven throughout, Mindelo's unique atmosphere is all its own ### Day 122: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 123: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 124: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 125: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 126: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 127: San Juan **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM Massive El Morro Fortress guards Old San Juan, while the benevolent Indian spirit Yuquiyu keeps watch over the entire island from the highest peak in the rain forest. By night there are roulette wheels to spin and fiery flamenco shows to catch. Sample shore excursions: Old San Juan Historic Walking Tour; El Yunque Rain Forest Drive; World Heritage Fortress & Art Museum. ### Day 128: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 129: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 130: Fort Lauderdale **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM 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. ## Pricing Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy in USD. | Cabin Type | Starting Price | |------------|----------------| | Inside | $30,709 | | Ocean View | $33,709 | | Suite | $58,309 | ## 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. ### Bridgetown *Coordinates: 13.1132, -59.5988* Barbadians, or Bajans in local parlance, consider their island nation the most British of the Caribbean: Queen Elizabeth II is still head of state, and English products are stocked in many of its stores and restaurants. Barbados is known as the birthplace of international pop star Rihanna, but it has also produced some of the biggest Caribbean calypso and soca music stars. The summer Crop Over fes... ### Devils Island, French Guiana *Coordinates: 5.28333, -52.5833* Devil's Island, part of a three-island chain called Îles du Salut, in French Guiana, was home to one of the most infamous—and impregnable—prisons of the 19th and 20th centuries. Opened in 1852, it received worldwide renown in the mid-1890s when French military captain Alfred Dreyfus was sentenced to life imprisonment after being wrongly convicted of selling military secrets to Germany. Although Dr... ### Crossing the Equator ### Icoaraci (Belem), Brazil *Coordinates: -3.78011, -49.6679* Founded in 1616 as one of the first settlements along Brazil's Amazon River, Belém, the capital of the Brazilian state of Pará, once prospered as one of South America's spotlight playgrounds for the rich and cultured. This urban oasis in the jungle experienced unprecedented growth and fortune during the rubber boom at the turn of the 19th century thanks to a Brazilian monopoly on latex. It was dur... ### Recife *Coordinates: -8.05428, -34.8813* With Recife's receding tide comes a most unusual bathing beach, dotted with a myriad of inviting pools and a surreal seascape of reef rocks. Hence the name Recife, which means reef. Discover nearby Olinda, a colonial gem beautifully preserved in pastel shades of stucco ### Rio de Janeiro *Coordinates: -22.9035, -43.2096* Some cities need no introduction, and even fewer cities live up to their reputation the way Rio de Janeiro does, in both the best sense—how visitors experience sheer exhilaration being there—and the harsh reality of its social and economic strains. Situated in arguably the world’s most dramatic urban setting, it has apartment complexes that hang on huge granite peaks which rise smack in the middle... ### Montevideo *Coordinates: -34.8941, -56.0675* Friendly and genteel, Montevideo honors colonial customs: long lunches, siestas, high tea. Nearby: Colonia del Sacramento, the oldest city in Uruguay (ca. 1680) and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Sample shore excursions: Colonia del Sacramento; A Gaucho's Life. ### Buenos Aires *Coordinates: -34.6118, -58.4173* In the early 20th century, Buenos Aires, Argentina, gained immense wealth when it began shipping its pampas-raised beef around the world. It quickly entered the club of great world cities, and a slew of attractions and architectural jewels soon arose. Since that time, the capital has experienced huge swings in economic and political fortune. But Buenos Aires continues to fascinate and entertain si... ### Stanley/Falkland Is/Islas Malvinas *Coordinates: -51.701, -57.8492* The world's southernmost capital, Stanley is located in the Falklands archipelago, which consists of two main islands, East and West Falkland, along with smaller islands nearby. Stanley is proud of its British heritage, evidenced everywhere from its red telephone boxes to its pubs. The Falklands were first claimed by the English in 1765; over the centuries the Crown has had to abandon, reclaim and... ### Antarctic Experience *Coordinates: -82.8628, 135.0* ### Drake Passage ### Ushuaia, Argentina *Coordinates: -54.7833, -68.2833* Dramatic, fantastical, otherworldly—this is the end of the world, for real. Positioned at the southernmost tip of Argentina, this memorable port town is cradled between the pristine—and towering—Martial Mountains and accessed by the picturesque Beagle Channel (which was named for Darwin’s famed vessel). Ushuaia is the capital of the Tierra del Fuego region, which is best described as a spectacular... ### Beagle Channel ### Daylight cruising Glacier Alley ### Punta Arenas, Chile *Coordinates: -53.1545, -70.9165* If Punta Arenas exudes an "edge of the world" air, it's not without reason. This windblown city near Chile's southernmost tip sits on the Strait of Magellan, which itself is positioned squarely between the Atlantic and Pacific oceans. The city has played—and continues to play—an important role in geographic, political and economic affairs in South America's so-called Southern Cone, which is formed... ### Strait of Magellan *Coordinates: -53.5888, -70.7598* ### Scenic cruising Amalia or Brujo Glacier ### Scenic cruising Sarmiento Channel ### Cruising Chilean Fjords ### Puerto Montt *Coordinates: -41.4717, -72.9369* Gateway to the scenic Lake District, a series of fragrant eucalyptus and pine forests, icy lakes, Bavarian hamlets and luminous snowcapped volcanoes. Sample shore excursions: Alerce Mountain Lodge & Lake of Reflections; Petrohué Rapids & Frutillar. ### San Antonio (Santiago), Chile *Coordinates: -33.5923, -71.6055* This large, modern port serves Chile’s capital, Santiago, a city with Spanish colonial charm and a vivacious spirit. Encircled by the Andes and the Coastal Range, Santiago is centered around the Plaza de Armas, with several of the city’s landmarks: the 18th-century Metropolitan Cathedral the Palacio de la Real Audencia from 1808, the City Hall and the National Museum of History. North of San Anton... ### 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. ### Cruising Pitcairn Island ### 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-squ... ### 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 f... ### 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 So... ### Crossing the International Date line ### Auckland *Coordinates: -36.8474, 174.766* New Zealand's biggest city deserves more than a layover. Auckland is multicultural and cosmopolitan, with sizeable Polynesian, Asian and Maori populations enriching its history and broadening the palate. Internationally known chefs and fashion designers have made neighborhoods like Ponsonby, Newmarket and Parnell world-class destinations for shopping and dining. You're never far from water att... ### Tauranga (Rotorua), New Zealand Site of fierce Maori wars, Tauranga today is a peaceful city in the heart of kiwifruit-growing country. Farther afield: Rotorua, with its spouting geysers and bubbling mud pools, the Waitomo Glow Worm Caves and nocturnal kiwi houses. Sample shore excursions: Fascinating Rotorua; Longridge Park & Jetboat Ride; Maori Marae Visit. ### Wellington *Coordinates: -41.2865, 174.776* New Zealand's friendly capital city features gaily painted old wooden houses and a red cable car that takes you up to the Wellington Botanic Gardens and a fine view of the harbor. A must-see is the engaging Te Papa Museum. Sample shore excursions: The Best of Wellington's Pubs; Boomrock Escape; Lord of the Rings - on Location. ### Lyttelton *Coordinates: -43.6033, 172.719* Are you in England or New Zealand? It's hard to tell in this city crowned by a neo-Gothic stone cathedral and set along the grassy banks of the Avon River. Nearby: the fertile Canterbury Plains and rugged high-country sheep stations. ### Picton *Coordinates: -41.17, 174.006* Set in the upper reaches of Queen Charlotte Sound, Picton is perfect in every way: climate, scenery, outdoor adventure. Gateway to the largest grape-growing and wine-producing region of New Zealand. Sample shore excursions: A Taste of Picton; The Wines of Marlborough; Queen Charlotte Sound Kayaking. ### New Plymouth, New Zealand *Coordinates: -39.0581, 174.076* What began in the19th century as a trading post on Mãori land is now New Plymouth, a city renowned for its beautiful parks, botanical gardens and coastal walkway, ideal for exploring on foot or bike. ### 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 Sydn... ### Brisbane *Coordinates: -27.471, 153.023* Queensland’s capital, tucked between the Gold Coast and the Sunshine Coast, is often overlooked in favor of its stylish sister, Sydney, and its cultured cousin, Melbourne. But Brisbane, or "Brissy" for short, has recently come out of the shadows to show off its own variety of sun-drenched cool. Brisbane may be a contender for Australia’s hippest city, thanks to its clutch of crafty bars, eclectic ... ### Townsville *Coordinates: -19.2581, 146.818* The Townsville region in North Queensland, Australia is a bustling and vibrant destination boasting diversity in landscape, lifestyle and experiences. Experience barra fishing in the Burdekin or Hinchinbrook, snorkeling fringing reefs around Magnetic Island, scuba diving on the Great Barrier Reef, bird watching at the surrounding wetlands, skydiving The Strand in Townsville, or taking a wagon ride... ### Cairns *Coordinates: -16.9203, 145.771* The gateway to Australia's Great Barrier Reef and the tropical north of the country, Cairns sits on the east coast of the Cape York Peninsula in northern Queensland. This laid-back city is popular with travelers who depart from here for days of sailing, diving, snorkeling and trekking through nearby parks—a celebrated launching pad especially for those who want to explore the reef, the Daintree Ra... ### Scenic Cruising Torres Strait ### Darwin *Coordinates: -12.4628, 130.842* Surrounded on three sides by the turquoise Timor Sea, the Northern Territory’s capital is closer in both distance and temperament to Southeast Asia than it is to most of Australia’s major cities. The lifestyle here is tropical, which means a relaxed atmosphere, balmy weather, fabulous fusion food and vibrant outdoor markets. This cosmopolitan city has fewer than 140,000 residents, but they incl... ### Slawi Bay, Komodo *Coordinates: -8.53276, 119.371* Indonesia is easily one of the most exotic destinations on Earth. But coming into port in Komodo—located between the islands of Sumbawa and Flores, in the eastern part of the Indonesian archipelago—feels like arriving on an entirely different planet. The major draw here is, of course, Komodo National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and biosphere reserve since 1992. The region is home to roughly... ### Benoa (Denpasar) *Coordinates: -8.8076, 115.207* Indonesia is made up of more than 13,000 islands, but even with all that competition, Bali manages to stand out. Beautiful temples and shrines of all sizes are spread across the island, tucked down narrow alleyways, hidden within the jungle or serenely presiding over scenic locations, like the dramatic Pura Tanah Lot atop a rock formation just off Bali’s western coast. Bali is well known for it... ### Singapore *Coordinates: 1.26644, 103.86* City-states are rare in the present day—and none are quite like Singapore. In the 20th century, the Southeast Asian nation hurtled itself into the modern world, and it continues to expand its state-of-the-art transportation system and build its edgy skyline. Yet Singapore's urban plan wisely maintained its intimate neighborhoods, many with streets lined with colorful shophouses (a type of building... ### Phuket *Coordinates: 7.98105, 98.3639* Situated off the west coast of Thailand in the Andaman Sea, Phuket is Thailand’s largest island. Gain an understanding of Phuket history at the Talang National Museum; marvel at the elaborate ornamental design of Wat Chalong, Phuket's most important Buddhist temple; and of course spend time on one of the islands many incredible world-class beaches. Sample shore excursions: Sea Canoe Adventure; Pha... ### Colombo *Coordinates: 6.92708, 79.8612* Scarred by decades of civil war, Sri Lanka and its commercial capital, Colombo, are relatively new to modern-day tourism. But Colombo has been a crucial trading post for more than 2,000 years. The city rose to prominence as Sri Lanka's most important port town in the 16th century with the arrival of Portuguese fleets. After a period under Dutch rule, Ceylon—as Sri Lanka was then called—became part... ### Male *Coordinates: 4.17528, 73.5089* Densely populated and lively, Malé is the bustling island capital of the Maldives. Trace the country’s unusual history at the National Museum and visit the Old Friday Mosque, dating from 1656. ### Port Louis *Coordinates: -20.1654, 57.4896* Port Louis is the capital city of Mauritius, in the Indian Ocean. It's known for its French colonial architecture and the 19th-century Champ de Mars horse-racing track. The Caudan Waterfront is a lively dining and shopping precinct. Nearby, vendors sell local produce and handicrafts at the huge Central Market. The Blue Penny Museum focuses on the island’s colonial and maritime history, along with ... ### La Possession, Reunion *Coordinates: -20.9181, 55.3418* La Possession is a commune in the French overseas department of Réunion. It is located on the northwest side of the island of Réunion, between the capital of Saint-Denis and the commune of Le Port. ### Durban *Coordinates: -29.853, 31.0164* The coastal port of Durban lies along the Indian Ocean in the Kwa-Zulu Natal province of South Africa, where golden sand beaches meet warm blue-green waters. This stretch of pristine beach in the central area of the city is called the Golden Mile, but in fact stretches out for four miles, making it a beachcomber's paradise. If surfboards and sunbathing are not your thing, the promenades fronting t... ### Cape Town *Coordinates: -33.916, 18.4222* Cape Town's spectacular setting on Table Bay, beneath the 1,082-meter (3,550-foot) Table Mountain and Lion's Head, seldom fails to take one's breath away, whether you are a local or a visitor. If Johannesburg is South Africa's New York, this port city of four million, settled by traders from the Dutch East India Company in 1652, is its San Francisco. With a rich array of restaurants, galleries, vi... ### Luderitz *Coordinates: -26.6458, 15.1539* Lüderitz is a coastal town in southwestern Namibia. It’s known for its German colonial buildings, including the art nouveau Goerke Haus, built into the rock face on Diamond Hill. Nearby, Felsenkirche is a hilltop church with panoramic bay views stretching around to Robert Harbor. ### Walvis Bay *Coordinates: -22.9551, 14.5203* Sitting between the Namib Desert and the Atlantic Ocean, Namibia's Walvis Bay sparkles in colors both vivid and varied, from its golden beaches, blue waters and deep-pink flamingos on the coast to the red-and-tan dunes of the nearby desert and the brightly painted colonial buildings of Swakopmund, just over 40 kilometers, or 24 miles, to the north. Its unique biological diversity includes abundant... ### Crossing Null Island ### Takoradi, Ghana *Coordinates: 4.88773, -1.75222* Once a modest fishing village, Takoradi is today a major port city. Explore its colonial past with a visit to the ruins of the Dutch Orange Fort. Takoradi has wonderful restaurants, be sure to sample the local cuisine at any of the beachside resorts. ### Abidjan, Ivory Coast *Coordinates: 5.31667, -4.02775* Known as “the Manhattan of the tropics,”Abiijian is one of the Côte d’Ivoire’s two capitals. This populous city boasts one of Africa’s liveliest music scenes, picturesque lagoons lined with swaying palm trees, as well as coffee and cocoa plantations. ### Praia, Ilha De Santiago, Cape Verde ### Mindelo, Sao Vicente Nearly 400 miles off the coast of Africa, lies a handful of islands known as Cape Verde. The islands of Cape Verde range from steep and rocky, to flat and sandy. Enjoy harbor-side bars and shops of Mindelo. Although traces of the Portuguese culture are woven throughout, Mindelo's unique atmosphere is all its own ### San Juan *Coordinates: 18.4665, -66.1183* Massive El Morro Fortress guards Old San Juan, while the benevolent Indian spirit Yuquiyu keeps watch over the entire island from the highest peak in the rain forest. By night there are roulette wheels to spin and fiery flamenco shows to catch. Sample shore excursions: Old San Juan Historic Walking Tour; El Yunque Rain Forest Drive; World Heritage Fortress & Art Museum. ## Booking Information - **Book This Cruise:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2335735 - **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/2335735 - **Markdown URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2335735.md - **API Endpoint:** https://cruisepirate.ai/api/cruises/2335735/ - **Primary Image:** https://images.cruisepirate.ai/v3/static/cruise-lines/holland-america-line/volendam/other/74973.webp - **Data Source:** CruisePirate Cruise Database - **Last Updated:** 2026-07-16 05:41:06 UTC