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93-DAY GRAND AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND

Ship: Zaandam   
Departure: Sunday, January 4, 2026
Nights: 93 nights
Departs: San Diego
Returns: San Diego
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Duration
93
Nights
Days at Sea
50
Sea Days
Ports
43
Ports
Countries Visted
12
Countries
  • Itinerary

    93-DAY GRAND AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND

    Ports of call

    To find out more about the itinerary for this cruise, select the itinerary items below.

    Day Date Port of Call Arrival Departure
    1 Sunday, January 4, 2026 San Diego, USA Embark 4:00 PM
    View of San Diego, USA

    San Diego is a coastal Southern Californian city located in the SW corner of the United States. Founded in 1769, it is the oldest town in California and has an enchanting natural beauty and a pleasant, mild, climate with plenty of sunshine, which defines the city. Though it’s big, and growing fast, San Diego manages to ‘hang on to’ a resort feel, even amid the skyscrapers and brick facades of its revamped downtown. Read more about San Diego, USA

    2 Monday, January 5, 2026 At Sea
    3 Tuesday, January 6, 2026 At Sea
    4 Wednesday, January 7, 2026 At Sea
    5 Thursday, January 8, 2026 At Sea
    6 Friday, January 9, 2026 At Sea
    7 Saturday, January 10, 2026 Honolulu, USA 7:00 AM
    View of Honolulu, USA

    The birthplace of Barack Obama, the 44th President of the Unites States, Honolulu is the cultural, industrial, commercial, and governmental centre of Hawaii, with Waikiki Beach the epicentre of the tourist industry. It is a thriving world-class city, with nearly one million people in its metropolitan area. Oahu is the most popular of the Hawaiian Islands, and as the city is packed with sights, activities, and tourist attractions, it is easy to understand why there is so much to do in this southernmost major U.S. Read more about Honolulu, USA

    8 Sunday, January 11, 2026 Honolulu, USA 9:00 PM
    View of Honolulu, USA

    The birthplace of Barack Obama, the 44th President of the Unites States, Honolulu is the cultural, industrial, commercial, and governmental centre of Hawaii, with Waikiki Beach the epicentre of the tourist industry. It is a thriving world-class city, with nearly one million people in its metropolitan area. Oahu is the most popular of the Hawaiian Islands, and as the city is packed with sights, activities, and tourist attractions, it is easy to understand why there is so much to do in this southernmost major U.S. Read more about Honolulu, USA

    9 Monday, January 12, 2026 Kailua, USA 8:00 AM 6:00 PM
    View of Kailua, USA

    The scenic little village of Kailua, primarily a residential community, lies on the windward coast of the island of Hawaii, and is just 19 km from Honolulu. It is renowned for the Kailua Beach Park, the island of Oahu’s most beautiful beach, due to the offshore islands that add to its atmosphere, and where the surf is gentle and the sand is perfect. It is great for sunbathing and recreational activities, as well as being the beach used as a world-class windsurfing destination. Read more about Kailua, USA

    10 Tuesday, January 13, 2026 Maui, USA 8:00 AM 6:00 PM
    View of Maui, USA

    The Island of Maui, the Magic Isle of Hawaii, is surrounded by 48km of beautiful beaches that are known for quiet waters in the summer, and being a whitewater playground for the surfing elite in winter. An ideal way of seeing the island is to travel by car or bus and visit such places as Paia, a small town on the island with a collection of quaint shops, along with art galleries and great local food at casual restaurants. Here, natural wonders set your spirit free and the warm ‘aloha’ of Maui's people fills your heart with a sense of belonging. Read more about Maui, USA

    11 Wednesday, January 14, 2026 At Sea
    12 Thursday, January 15, 2026 At Sea
    13 Friday, January 16, 2026 Cross Equator
    14 Saturday, January 17, 2026 At Sea
    15 Sunday, January 18, 2026 At Sea
    16 Monday, January 19, 2026 Pago Pago, American Samoa 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
    View of Pago Pago, American Samoa

    Pago Pago Bay (pronounced "Pango Pango") on the island of Tutuila is the capital of American Samoa, a chain of seven South Pacific isles about 4,000 km south of Hawaii. Due to a massive seaward wall of a volcano collapsing aeons ago and opening to the sea, the harbor is hemmed in by towering mountains. Mt. Read more about Pago Pago, American Samoa

    17 Tuesday, January 20, 2026 Cross Dateline
    18 Wednesday, January 21, 2026 Apia, Samoa 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
    View of Apia, Samoa

    Apia (pop. 37,000), city and capital of Samoa, is located on the northern shore of Upolu Island in the South Pacific Ocean. Samoa (Western Samoa to 1997) consists of two main islands and four smaller islands. Read more about Apia, Samoa

    19 Thursday, January 22, 2026 At Sea
    20 Friday, January 23, 2026 Savusavu, Fiji 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
    View of Savusavu, Fiji

    Nestled between green hills and the deep water of Namaka Creek to the SE of Vanua Levu, is Fiji's second largest island, Savusavu – a natural, lush and beautiful paradise. It is as though time has stood still for thirty years. With only one main street that is a hub of activity, it does have all the essentials, including quaint cafes and restaurants, banks, a post office, and a fascinating busy local open-air vegetable market. Read more about Savusavu, Fiji

    21 Saturday, January 24, 2026 Suva, Fiji 8:00 AM 6:00 PM
    View of Suva, Fiji

    Suva is the capital and largest city of Fiji, perched on a hilly peninsula between Laucala Bay and Suva Harbour in the SE corner of the island of Viti Levu. It is a beautiful tropical city full of colour and diverse cultures. Although it is the only place in Fiji where you will see buildings taller than palm trees, local folk traditions such as fire walks, welcoming ceremonies, wood-carving and the fabrication of tree-bark cloth, remain strong. Read more about Suva, Fiji

    22 Sunday, January 25, 2026 Lautoka, Fiji 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
    View of Lautoka, Fiji

    Lautoka is situated on the western side of Viti Levu, the largest island in Fiji, and just 20 km north of Nadi. The Fiji archipelago lies just to the western side of the International Date Line. Lautoka is Fiji's second largest city. Read more about Lautoka, Fiji

    23 Monday, January 26, 2026 At Sea
    24 Tuesday, January 27, 2026 Lifou, New Caledonia 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
    View of Lifou, New Caledonia

    Lifou is the largest and most populous island of the Loyalty Islands, in the archipelago of New Caledonia. Lifou is located east of New Caledonia’s main island. Lifou is known for its stunning crystal waters, fantastic diving spots and hiking, formed by raised coral and dense scrubland. Read more about Lifou, New Caledonia

    25 Wednesday, January 28, 2026 Noumea, New Caledonia 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
    View of Noumea, New Caledonia

    Noumea, the capital of New Caledonia is located just a couple of hours flight away from Australia’s east coast and is the gateway to the South Pacific archipelago. Noumea is a seaside town known for its beautiful bays, stunning islets and relaxed Melanesian and European culture. The locals closest to the cruise port speak a little english however for the most of Noumea, French is spoken with very little English. Read more about Noumea, New Caledonia

    26 Thursday, January 29, 2026 At Sea
    27 Friday, January 30, 2026 Port Vila, Vanuatu 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
    View of Port Vila, Vanuatu

    Port Vila, also known as “Vila”, is the capital and the main hub of Vanuatu. Port Vila is located on the island of Efate. There are over 100 indigenous languages spoken in Vanuatu however Port Vila’s main language is Bislama. Read more about Port Vila, Vanuatu

    28 Saturday, January 31, 2026 At Sea
    29 Sunday, February 1, 2026 Honiara, Solomon Islands 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
    View of Honiara, Solomon Islands

    Honiara, located on the northern coast of the island of Guadalcanal, is the capital of the Solomon Islands, which lie between Vanuatu and Papua New Guinea. Pijin is the principal language. The climate is tropical, and while the most pleasant time to visit is winter, July to September, the cooling sea breezes temper the humidity and heat along all coasts year-round. Read more about Honiara, Solomon Islands

    30 Monday, February 2, 2026 At Sea
    31 Tuesday, February 3, 2026 Rabaul, Papua New Guinea 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
    View of Rabaul, Papua New Guinea

    Rabaul is a town on the Gazelle Peninsula in East New Britain province, Papua New Guinea. A busy commercial centre, it is situated on Simpson Harbour, a sheltered inlet of Blanche Bay. Almost the entire old town of Rabaul is buried under volcanic ash, the result of a volcanic eruption in 1994, and one is in awe of the scenery, which resembles an alien prehistoric landscape. Read more about Rabaul, Papua New Guinea

    32 Wednesday, February 4, 2026 At Sea
    33 Thursday, February 5, 2026 Milne Bay (Alotau), Papua New Guinea 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
    View of Milne Bay (Alotau), Papua New Guinea

    Milne Bay is home to almost five hundred islands, ranging from typical tropical islands and atolls through to huge volcanic and continental islands. It is situated at the easternmost inlet on the coast of mainland Papua New Guinea, and gives good access to coral reefs and diving. With no roads connecting it to the rest of the world, it truly is a quiet piece of paradise. Read more about Milne Bay (Alotau), Papua New Guinea

    34 Friday, February 6, 2026 Trobriand Islands, Papua New Guinea 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
    View of Trobriand Islands, Papua New Guinea

    The Trobriand Islands (aka the Kiriwina Islands) are an archipelago of coral atolls off the E coast of Papua New Guinea in Milne Bay Province. Most of the 12,000 indigenous inhabitants live on the main island Kiriwina, the location of the government station, Losuia. Other major islands are Kaileuna, Vakuta, and Kitava. Read more about Trobriand Islands, Papua New Guinea

    35 Saturday, February 7, 2026 Conflict Islands, Papua New Guinea 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
    View of Conflict Islands, Papua New Guinea

    The Conflict Islands form an atoll in the Coral Sea, 115 km east of the eastern-most tip of Papua New Guinea, in the province of Milne Bay. Nineteen islands enclose a pear-shaped lagoon roughly 10 km by 22 km, plus two small islets in the lagoon. The Islands are owned freehold by international entrepreneur Ian Gowrie-Smith. Read more about Conflict Islands, Papua New Guinea

    36 Sunday, February 8, 2026 At Sea
    37 Monday, February 9, 2026 Cairns, Australia 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
    View of Cairns, Australia

    Cairns is a Far North Queensland city located on the northeast coast of Australia. This laid-back city is just over a 2 hour flight from Brisbane, Queensland’s state capital. With a backdrop of rainforest mountains, Cairns is known to be the gateway of 2 iconic Australian sites, The Great Barrier Reef and the Wet Tropics Rainforest. Read more about Cairns, Australia

    38 Tuesday, February 10, 2026 At Sea (Great Barrie
    38 Tuesday, February 10, 2026 Ribbon Reef 5, Australia
    View of Ribbon Reef 5, Australia

    The Ribbon Reefs is a system of 10 large reefs in the Coral Sea, stretching over 100 km along the edge of and parallel to Australia's eastern continental shelf. Each reef is separated by a deep water channel. Located about 110 km to 190 km NE of Cairns and Port Douglas, they lie beyond the reach of day boats. Read more about Ribbon Reef 5, Australia

    39 Wednesday, February 11, 2026 At Sea (Great Barrie
    39 Wednesday, February 11, 2026 The Far North Region
    40 Thursday, February 12, 2026 Scenic Cruising Torr
    41 Friday, February 13, 2026 At Sea
    42 Saturday, February 14, 2026 Darwin, Australia 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
    View of Darwin, Australia

    The new Darwin cruise ship terminal at Fort Hill Wharf is adjacent to the convention centre, only one kilometre from Darwin’s CBD. Modern amenities, hotels and parking are there, plus a mini-market with beautiful local productions – Aboriginal art and crafts, diamonds and opals, and eateries, distinctive of the Top End. Darwin is a home port for the small luxury vessels Coral Princess and Coral Discoverer that explore the Kimberley coast to Broome. Read more about Darwin, Australia

    43 Sunday, February 15, 2026 At Sea
    44 Monday, February 16, 2026 Broome, Australia 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
    View of Broome, Australia

    Broome, situated on a peninsula in the Kimberley region of Western Australia, is known as the ‘pearl of the north’ due to its being the home of the South Sea pearls, among the largest commercially harvested cultured pearls in the world. In the 1800s Broome attracted pearl divers from Japan, Malaysia and the Philippines, resulting in the delightful multicultural town it is today. Visitors can witness first-hand how Broome pearls are cultured on a cruise to a local pearl farm, and hear the romantic stories of the original pearl luggers. Read more about Broome, Australia

    45 Tuesday, February 17, 2026 At Sea
    46 Wednesday, February 18, 2026 Exmouth, Australia 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
    View of Exmouth, Australia

    Exmouth is a small resort town situated just north of the Tropic of Capricorn, 1100km north of Perth in Western Australia. The location was a WWII military base, and the town was established in 1967 to support the nearby US Naval Communication Station. Some structures are still used by the Australian navy. Read more about Exmouth, Australia

    47 Thursday, February 19, 2026 At Sea
    48 Friday, February 20, 2026 Fremantle, Australia 8:00 AM
    View of Fremantle, Australia

    When booking cruises from Fremantle, Perth, there is only one main cruise terminal, built in 1962 the Victoria Quay Cruise Terminal at Fremantle is where all cruises from Fremantle will depart. Fremantle is a day-out destination with historic buildings, eateries, tourist attractions and ferries up the Swan River to the City, and off-shore to Rottnest Island. Cars can set-down passengers and find long-term parking nearby. Read more about Fremantle, Australia

    49 Saturday, February 21, 2026 Fremantle, Australia 5:00 PM
    View of Fremantle, Australia

    When booking cruises from Fremantle, Perth, there is only one main cruise terminal, built in 1962 the Victoria Quay Cruise Terminal at Fremantle is where all cruises from Fremantle will depart. Fremantle is a day-out destination with historic buildings, eateries, tourist attractions and ferries up the Swan River to the City, and off-shore to Rottnest Island. Cars can set-down passengers and find long-term parking nearby. Read more about Fremantle, Australia

    50 Sunday, February 22, 2026 At Sea
    51 Monday, February 23, 2026 Albany, Australia 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
    View of Albany, Australia

    Albany is situated on the south coast of Western Australia's tourist region. It faces the Southern Ocean and is on the shores of King George Sound and Princess Royal Harbour. Being the site of the first European settlement, much of their legacy remains today with around 50 colonial buildings standing proudly as museums, galleries and restaurants. Read more about Albany, Australia

    52 Tuesday, February 24, 2026 At Sea
    53 Wednesday, February 25, 2026 At Sea
    54 Thursday, February 26, 2026 Adelaide, Australia 8:00 AM 11:00 PM
    View of Adelaide, Australia

    When booking cruises from Adelaide there is only one main cruise terminal, Port Adelaide Cruise Terminal where all cruises from Adelaide will depart. Adelaide is the capital of South Australia and is an architecturally-planned city, set beside the River Torrens between the Adelaide Hills and Gulf St Vincent. The wine and festival capital of Australia, Adelaide offers the convenience of a big city without the frustrations. Read more about Adelaide, Australia

    55 Friday, February 27, 2026 Kangaroo Island, Australia 8:00 AM 6:00 PM
    View of Kangaroo Island, Australia

    Cruise ships anchor off the town of Penneshaw and tender to the jetty. Kangaroo Island, named by Matthew Flinders in 1802, is Australia's third largest island. Situated 112 km SW of Adelaide, it is a pristine untamed wilderness where the koalas aren't being cuddled, they're relaxing at home in native trees. Read more about Kangaroo Island, Australia

    56 Saturday, February 28, 2026 At Sea
    57 Sunday, March 1, 2026 Melbourne, Australia 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
    View of Melbourne, Australia

    Melbourne, the capital of Victoria, is also known as the cultural, culinary, and sporting capital of Australia. Set on the Yarra River, the city is home to world-class sporting facilities, museums, galleries and theatres and many revered restaurants. The Central Business District (CBD) has become renowned for its tiny laneways, boutique shopping, street art, and impeccable barista-made coffee. Read more about Melbourne, Australia

    58 Monday, March 2, 2026 At Sea
    59 Tuesday, March 3, 2026 Hobart, Australia 8:00 AM
    View of Hobart, Australia

    Hobart is the capital of Australia’s island state of Tasmania. Tasmania is located at the southernmost part of Australia. Hobart was founded in 1803, making it the 2nd oldest city in the country, after Sydney, New South Wales and was first established as a penal colony for British convicts. Read more about Hobart, Australia

    60 Wednesday, March 4, 2026 Hobart, Australia 5:00 AM
    View of Hobart, Australia

    Hobart is the capital of Australia’s island state of Tasmania. Tasmania is located at the southernmost part of Australia. Hobart was founded in 1803, making it the 2nd oldest city in the country, after Sydney, New South Wales and was first established as a penal colony for British convicts. Read more about Hobart, Australia

    60 Wednesday, March 4, 2026 Port Arthur, Australia 9:00 AM 6:00 PM
    View of Port Arthur, Australia

    Port Arthur, among the most significant convict era sites in the world, is included in the UNESCO World Heritage register. It is located about 60 km SE of the state capital Hobart on the Tasman Peninsula. It enjoys a temperate climate (13 to 22 deg.C.) with refreshingly cool southern air. Read more about Port Arthur, Australia

    61 Thursday, March 5, 2026 At Sea
    62 Friday, March 6, 2026 Sydney, Australia 8:00 AM
    View of Sydney, Australia

    Situated on Australia's east coast is Sydney, the capital city of New South Wales. Cruising guests have the privilege when departing Sydney ports to view the iconic and famous Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge while leaving Sydney Harbour. In 1973, the Opera House completed construction and is the most popular building in Australia and one of the most famous in the world. Read more about Sydney, Australia

    63 Saturday, March 7, 2026 Sydney, Australia 5:00 PM
    View of Sydney, Australia

    Situated on Australia's east coast is Sydney, the capital city of New South Wales. Cruising guests have the privilege when departing Sydney ports to view the iconic and famous Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge while leaving Sydney Harbour. In 1973, the Opera House completed construction and is the most popular building in Australia and one of the most famous in the world. Read more about Sydney, Australia

    64 Sunday, March 8, 2026 At Sea
    65 Monday, March 9, 2026 At Sea
    66 Tuesday, March 10, 2026 Milford Sound, New Zealand 7:00 AM 8:00 AM
    View of Milford Sound, New Zealand

    Milford Sound is a stunningly beautiful fjord in the SW of New Zealand's South Island and lying within a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Described by Rudyard Kipling as the 'eighth wonder of the world', it has been judged 'the world's top travel destination' in an international survey, and is acclaimed as New Zealand's most famous tourist destination. Milford Sound runs 15 km inland from the Tasman Sea and is surrounded by sheer rock faces, such as the Elephant and Lion Peaks that rise to 1200 m or more on either side. Read more about Milford Sound, New Zealand

    66 Tuesday, March 10, 2026 Cruising Fiordland N
    67 Wednesday, March 11, 2026 Dunedin, New Zealand 7:00 AM 6:00 PM
    View of Dunedin, New Zealand

    Dunedin is the principal city of the Otago Region of New Zealand. It was founded in 1848 by Scottish migrants, and today the city still contains many Scottish relics, including a statue of the Scottish Bard Robbie Burns. Fine examples of working heritage include the Speight’s Brewery, the Gasworks Museum and the very popular Taieri Gorge Railway. Read more about Dunedin, New Zealand

    68 Thursday, March 12, 2026 Timaru, New Zealand 7:00 AM 3:00 PM
    View of Timaru, New Zealand

    Timaru is a major New Zealand port that is located 160km SW of Christchurch. Timaru has been constructed on rolling hills created from the lava flows of the extinct Mt Horrible volcano. This results in most of the main streets being undulated, a clear contrast with the flat landscape of the Canterbury Plains to the north. Read more about Timaru, New Zealand

    69 Friday, March 13, 2026 Wellington, New Zealand 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
    View of Wellington, New Zealand

    Wellington, New Zealand's capital city, is situated on the SW tip of the North Island, and is set on the edge of a stunning harbour surrounded by rolling hills. As the political centre of New Zealand, it houses Parliamentary buildings as well as the bulk of foreign diplomatic missions. However, it is also renowned for its cafe-culture, as there are more cafes per capita than in New York City, and they rival the world’s top culinary destinations for flavour and variety. Read more about Wellington, New Zealand

    70 Saturday, March 14, 2026 At Sea
    71 Sunday, March 15, 2026 Rotorua (Tauranga), New Zealand 7:00 AM 7:00 PM
    View of Rotorua (Tauranga), New Zealand

    Rotorua (Tauranga) is a centre of tourism and a place of extraordinary natural beauty. It is a smallish city on the shores of a lake of the same name, in the crater of an ancient volcano in the Bay of Plenty region of the North Island of New Zealand. The entire area is thermally active, and the smell of sulphur, a 'rotten eggs’ smell that is never far, results in the nicknames 'Sulphur City' and 'Rottenrua'. Read more about Rotorua (Tauranga), New Zealand

    72 Monday, March 16, 2026 Auckland, New Zealand 8:00 AM
    View of Auckland, New Zealand

    Auckland, one of New Zealand's most populous cities, is located on the North Island of New Zealand. Auckland, known as Tamaki Makaurau, is based around twin harbours called Waitemata and Manukau Harbour extending up to volcanic hills to the west. Auckland has so much to offer when you combine an urban environment, stunning diverse landscapes and warming polynesian culture. Read more about Auckland, New Zealand

    73 Tuesday, March 17, 2026 Auckland, New Zealand 5:00 PM
    View of Auckland, New Zealand

    Auckland, one of New Zealand's most populous cities, is located on the North Island of New Zealand. Auckland, known as Tamaki Makaurau, is based around twin harbours called Waitemata and Manukau Harbour extending up to volcanic hills to the west. Auckland has so much to offer when you combine an urban environment, stunning diverse landscapes and warming polynesian culture. Read more about Auckland, New Zealand

    74 Wednesday, March 18, 2026 Bay of Islands, New Zealand 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
    View of Bay of Islands, New Zealand

    The Bay of Islands - the first permanent European settlement and sea port in New Zealand - is an area in the Northland region of the North Island of New Zealand. Located 60 km NW of Whangarei it is close to the northern tip of the country. The bay is the busiest, yet quietest place you'll ever come to. Read more about Bay of Islands, New Zealand

    75 Thursday, March 19, 2026 At Sea
    76 Friday, March 20, 2026 At Sea
    77 Saturday, March 21, 2026 Nuku'alofa, Tonga 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
    View of Nuku'alofa, Tonga

    Nuku'alofa Town is the capital of Tonga, sitting on a narrow isthmus facing the Pacific Ocean to the north, and the Fanga'uta Lagoon to the south. With a population of just 30,000 it is a quiet, sprawling and functional town with buses and internet cafes. It provides a window to a picturesque nation, where tradition and religion are paramount in everyday life. Read more about Nuku'alofa, Tonga

    78 Sunday, March 22, 2026 Cross Dateline
    78 Sunday, March 22, 2026 At Sea
    79 Monday, March 23, 2026 At Sea
    80 Tuesday, March 24, 2026 Papeete, French Polynesia 8:00 AM
    View of Papeete, French Polynesia

    The city of Papeete (Tahitian Pape'ete; pop. 27,000) is the capital of Tahiti, the largest of the French Polynesian Islands. With its pleasant warm tropical climate, city-lovers will enjoy Papeete's chic shops, specialist stores and boutiques, together with the lively mix of French, Polynesian, and Chinese cultures. Read more about Papeete, French Polynesia

    81 Wednesday, March 25, 2026 Papeete, French Polynesia 4:00 AM
    View of Papeete, French Polynesia

    The city of Papeete (Tahitian Pape'ete; pop. 27,000) is the capital of Tahiti, the largest of the French Polynesian Islands. With its pleasant warm tropical climate, city-lovers will enjoy Papeete's chic shops, specialist stores and boutiques, together with the lively mix of French, Polynesian, and Chinese cultures. Read more about Papeete, French Polynesia

    81 Wednesday, March 25, 2026 Bahia D' Opunoha, Mo
    82 Thursday, March 26, 2026 Raiatea, French Polynesia 8:00 AM 11:00 PM
    View of Raiatea, French Polynesia

    Raiatea is a South Pacific island in the west of French Polynesia. It is the second largest of the French Polynesian Archipelago. The same coral reef encloses both Raiatea and the smaller island of Tahaa just 4 km south. Read more about Raiatea, French Polynesia

    83 Friday, March 27, 2026 Huahine, French Polynesia 8:00 AM 11:00 PM
    View of Huahine, French Polynesia

    Huahine is an island located among the Society Islands, and is arguably the most picturesque island in all of French Polynesia. It actually consists of two islands, Huahine-Nui (big) and Huahine Iti (little) interconnected by a bridge. With steep mountains descending into protected bays of azure blue and emerald green colours, the island is also one of the more geographically diverse of the Society Group. Read more about Huahine, French Polynesia

    84 Saturday, March 28, 2026 At Sea
    85 Sunday, March 29, 2026 Fakarava, French Polynesia 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
    View of Fakarava, French Polynesia

    Fakarava is a coral atoll in the west of the Tuamotu group in French Polynesia. It lies 420 km ENE from Tahiti. The rectangular form of the atoll is 20 km by 55 km, with the larger of two passes from the deep lagoon to the sea at the northern end. Read more about Fakarava, French Polynesia

    86 Monday, March 30, 2026 At Sea
    87 Tuesday, March 31, 2026 Nuku Hiva, French Polynesia 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
    View of Nuku Hiva, French Polynesia

    Nuku Hiva is the largest of the Marquesas Islands in French Polynesia, an overseas territory of France. The Marquises lie 1400 km NE of Tahiti. The island is about 25 km across, with a high inland plateau and the highest peak Tekao at 1224 m. Read more about Nuku Hiva, French Polynesia

    88 Wednesday, April 1, 2026 At Sea
    89 Thursday, April 2, 2026 Cross Equator
    90 Friday, April 3, 2026 At Sea
    91 Saturday, April 4, 2026 At Sea
    92 Sunday, April 5, 2026 At Sea
    93 Monday, April 6, 2026 At Sea
    94 Tuesday, April 7, 2026 San Diego, USA 7:00 AM Disembark
    View of San Diego, USA

    San Diego is a coastal Southern Californian city located in the SW corner of the United States. Founded in 1769, it is the oldest town in California and has an enchanting natural beauty and a pleasant, mild, climate with plenty of sunshine, which defines the city. Though it’s big, and growing fast, San Diego manages to ‘hang on to’ a resort feel, even amid the skyscrapers and brick facades of its revamped downtown. Read more about San Diego, USA

  • Ship

    Zaandam Overview

    Zaandam

    4.3
    (from 19 verified customers)

    Taking her maiden voyage in 2000, the Zaandam can carry up to 1440 passengers with a 61,396 GT. Hallmarks of HAL include spacious staterooms and public areas, rich timber furnishings set with museum-quality paintings and antiques, discreet personal service, and artful itineraries that allow for overnights in key cities.

  • Inclusions

    Zaandam Inclusions

    • BBC Earth In Concert
    • Billboard Onboard
    • Lincoln Center Stage
  • Cabins

    Zaandam Cabins

    Premium Suite

    Premium Suite

    Premium Suite on the Zaandam Premium Suite on the Zaandam

    Cabin Types

    PS, SB, SA

    Average Cabin Size – 86.2 m2

    Average Balcony Size – 17.4 m2

    Bedroom with 1 king-size bed, oversize whirlpool bath shower, living room, dining room, dressing room, private verandah, pantry, 1 sofa bed for 2 persons, mini-bar, refrigerator, guest toilet, floor-to-ceiling windows. Approximately 1,296 sq. ft. Include all the suite amenities, plus: #8226;Neptune Lounge: A very special amenity exclusively for guests cruising in a Deluxe Verandah Suite or Penthouse Verandah Suite, the industry-leading Neptune Lounge features a private place to relax, socialize with other suite guests and enjoy the personalized service of a concierge. The fleet-wide lounges provide worktables, large screen television, library, sofas and chairs, refreshments throughout the day and wi-fi for a small charge. One-Touch 24-hour Concierge Service is available when the Neptune Lounge is closed

    Suite

    Suite

    Suite on the Zaandam Suite on the Zaandam

    Cabin Types

    A, AA, B, BB, BC

    Average Cabin Size – 21.1 m2

    Average Balcony Size – 5.8 m2

    2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, whirlpool bath or shower, sitting area, private verandah, mini-bar, refrigerator, floor-to-ceiling windows. Approximately 297-379 sq. ft. Include all the stateroom amenities, plus: bull;A variety of firm, medium and soft pillows bull;No-host mini-bar for easy entertaining bull;Personalized cruise stationery bull;Oversized bath towels bull;One-touch telephone concierge service bull;Fresh flowers bull;Complimentary DVD library

    Oceanview

    Oceanview

    Oceanview on the Zaandam Oceanview on the Zaandam

    Cabin Types

    C, D, DA, DD, E, EE, F, FF, G, H, HH

    Average Cabin Size – 18.1 m2

    Average Balcony Size – 0 m2

    Interior

    Interior

    Interior on the Zaandam Interior on the Zaandam

    Cabin Types

    I, J, K, L, M, MM, N

    Average Cabin Size – 16.7 m2

    Average Balcony Size – 0 m2

    2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed. Bathroom offers a shower. Approximately 182-293 sq. ft Stateroom amenities include: bull;Luxurious beds featuring Sealyreg; Premium Euro-Top mattresses and finely woven cotton linens. bull;Deluxe waffle weave and terry cloth bathrobes for use during your voyage bull;100% Egyptian cotton towels. bull;Premium massage showerheads. bull;5X magnifying make-up mirrors and salon-quality hair dryers. bull;Fragrant soaps, lotions, shampoo and other bath amenities from Elemis Aromapure. bull;Complimentary fresh fruit on request. bull;Elegant ice bucket and serving tray for in-stateroom beverages. bull;Flat-panel TV and DVD player. bull;Ice service, shoeshine service and nightly turndown service.

  • Deck Plans

    Zaandam Deck Plans

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    • Triple (two lower beds, one sofa bed)
    • Quad (two lower beds, one sofa bed, one upper)
    • Two lowers beds (convert to queen size bed)
    • Shower only
    • Bathtub and shower
    • Connecting rooms
    • Stateroom with portholes instead of windows
    • Partial sea view
    • Fully obstructed view
    • 2 lower beds do not convert to queen-size
    • Wheelchair accessible staterooms
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