Holland America’s 2027–2028 Legendary Voyages: Deep-Discovery Cruises for Serious Explorers

Holland America Line has unveiled its full 2027–2028 Legendary Voyages collection, showcasing longer, deeply immersive cruises designed for travellers who want to go beyond the standard seven-night sailing and really get under the skin of a destination. These 25‑ to 59‑day itineraries span Alaska, Europe, the South Pacific, the Caribbean, South America and the Amazon, with routes built around history, culture, astronomy and epic sea journeys.

What Makes a Legendary Voyage

Legendary Voyages are extended sailings, typically 25–59 days, focused on one region or narrative rather than a quick highlights reel. Guests enjoy more time in port, including late-night and overnight calls, plus themed onboard programming that brings each itinerary’s story to life.

Onboard, travellers can expect touches usually associated with grand voyages: themed dinners and parties, local cultural performances, a resident classical ensemble, creative workshops, clergy-led religious services, commemorative cruise logs and a Captain’s Gala Dinner. These details are designed to match the scale of the journeys and create a strong connection between ship and shore.​

Headline Itineraries for 2027–2028

Several standout itineraries anchor the new Legendary Voyages lineup:

• 47‑Day Ultimate Mediterranean & Atlantic Passage – Roundtrip from New York, visiting 21 ports across 12 countries with extended time in Civitavecchia (Rome), Alexandria and Istanbul, inspired by Holland America’s early 1920s pleasure cruises.​
• 28‑Day Pan Am 100 Years Legendary Voyage – Roundtrip Miami aboard Zuiderdam, retracing historic Pan Am Clipper routes through the Caribbean, Mexico and Latin America with 18 ports, themed programming and period-inspired touches honouring the golden age of travel.
• 28‑Day Solar Eclipse & Cosmic Port Explorer – Departing 10 July 2027 on Nieuw Statendam, roundtrip from Rotterdam or Dover, combining 13 ports in Europe and North Africa with the rare chance to witness a total solar eclipse at sea off Morocco and visit archeoastronomy sites such as the Alhambra and Montjuïc Observatory.
• 28‑Day Legendary Amazon Explorer – Roundtrip Fort Lauderdale in January 2028 aboard Zuiderdam, delving deep into the Amazon with a route tailored for river exploration and cultural discovery.

South Pacific & Australia-Focused Legendary Voyages

For travellers drawn to the South Pacific and Australasia, the collection includes several long, ocean-spanning journeys. These feature remote islands, UNESCO sites, vibrant coral reefs and extended stays in key ports.

Highlighted sailings include:

• 26‑Day Australia, Coral Sea & Fiji Legendary Voyage – Sailing from Sydney to Auckland on 4 January 2028 aboard Westerdam, calling at 14 ports across Australia’s east coast, Vanuatu, Fiji and Tonga, with overnights in Cairns and Lautoka.
• 34‑Day Legendary South Pacific Crossing: Honolulu & Tahiti – Seattle to Sydney on Westerdam, departing 19 September 2027, linking Hawaii, French Polynesia and the South Pacific with an extended trans-ocean experience.
• 35‑Day Legendary South Pacific Crossing: Tahiti & Honolulu – Sydney to Seattle on Westerdam, departing 26 March 2028, reversing the route to create a grand Pacific crossing in the other direction.
• 35‑Day Hawaii, Tahiti & Marquesas Legendary Voyage – Multiple departures roundtrip from San Diego aboard Zaandam or Koningsdam, combining marquee Pacific isles with remote Marquesas ports.

Onboard Experience: Travel With a Theme

Each Legendary Voyage is built around a clear narrative – from chasing a solar eclipse and following Viking paths to revisiting Pan Am’s aviation heritage or tracing the Amazon’s vast waterways. Onboard enrichment mirrors these themes through destination lectures, cultural programming, music, food and special events that reflect the regions visited.

Across the season, Holland America leans on more than 150 years of seafaring tradition to design routes that prioritise port immersion over speed, enabling guests to explore storied cities, remote islands and iconic natural wonders in greater depth and comfort.