2028 Holland America Line Grand Australia & New Zealand Cruise
Reservations to Open May 20, 2026: Hold Your Spot Now!
Get ready—reservations for Holland America’s 2028 Grand Australia & New Zealand Cruise is opening soon! Contact us today to place a deposited Future Cruise Request and receive priority booking confirmation before it opens to the general public.
Visit 2 Continents, 12 Countries & Territories, 41 Ports, 6 Overnights, 525+ Shore Excursions, and Access to 13 UNESCO Sites.
2028 Grand Australia & New Zealand Voyage Highlights — Zaandam
- 90-day voyage; sails roundtrip from San Diego, departing Jan. 30, 2028.
- Heads west through Hawaii and the South Pacific, crossing the International Date Line en route to New Zealand before continuing to Australia—including remote northwestern and western ports—then returns via Melanesia, Fiji, Samoa and French Polynesia, with an extended stay in Bora Bora before ending in San Diego.
- 41 ports in 12 countries and territories across two continents.
- 13 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including the Great Barrier Reef and New Zealand’s Tongariro National Park.
- Overnight calls at Hobart, Sydney, Cairns, Fremantle (Perth), Auckland and Papeete.
- Memorable Moments: Ports across New Zealand, including Auckland, Tauranga, Wellington, Milford Sound, Port Chalmers (Dunedin) and Timaru; an extended evening stay in Bora Bora with time to snorkel, explore the lagoon by outrigger or take in the view of Mount Otemanu long after sunset; and a roundtrip departure from San Diego—no international flights required to begin one of the world’s most extraordinary sea journeys.
Book with Cruise & Travel Experts for exclusive extras such as Grand Voyage Hosts, cocktail parties, generous onboard credit, and special surprises along the way!
Ship: ms Zaandam | Cruise Line: Holland America Line | Sail Date: January 30, 2028 | From/To: Roundtrip San Diego | Length: 90-Days
Interior Stateroom From
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Per person including all taxes, fees and port expenses
A Grand Onboard Experience
Each Grand Voyage offers an elevated onboard experience marked by Holland America Line's gracious service, refined amenities and thoughtful surprises along the way. With more days at sea, guests have time to truly settle in and enjoy the ship, whether that means joining enrichment programs, taking part in onboard activities or simply unwinding between destinations. Evenings come alive with standout entertainment, including regional cultural performers and special guest headliners. Signature moments such as elegant gala balls, dressy nights and the Captain's Grand Voyage Dinner add to the sense of occasion. Dining is a highlight throughout the journey, with menus that evolve daily and are rarely repeated, showcasing local ingredients and dishes inspired by the regions visited.
Book by June 14, 2027 to Receive up to $8,500 in Early Booking Credits & Amenities:
- Free Surf WiFi
- Air Credit
- Roundtrip Airport Transfers
- Onboard Credit up to $2,000 per guest (up to $4,000 per stateroom) in Ocean View and above
- Welcome Aboard Bottle of Sparkling Wine (Ocean View and higher categories)
- Prepaid Crew Appreciation (Ocean View and Higher categories)
- Luggage Delivery Service (up to five pieces depending on category)
- Complimentary Shore Excursion (Vista Suite and above)
- In-suite Liquor Setup (four bottles per stateroom for Vista Suite and above)
- 3% Pay in Full Discount
- Complimentary unlimited in-suite bottled water & soft drinks (Neptune Suite and above)
- Complimentary laundry, dry cleaning & pressing (Vista suite and above)
- US $500 Grand Mariner Discount
ms Zaandam
This comfortable “R” Class ship’s perfect size makes it ideal for Grand Voyages, and its musical décor features guitars signed by Rock ’n’ Roll legends Eric Clapton, Iggy Pop, and the Rolling Stones.
Enjoy live entertainment that moves you, rejuvenating spa escapes, elegant shops, world-class dining, and more — every detail is crafted to elevate your cruise experience. Zaandam offers one ocean-view pickleball court plus activities for all — casino games, mahjong, wellness, and more ways to relax, play, and celebrate. Zaandam offers serene pools, relaxing hot tubs, spa Thermal Suite access, and the adults-only Sea View Pool for ultimate tranquility.
Zaandam features accessible staterooms, priority boarding, assistive listening devices, and wheelchair-friendly spaces, ensuring every guest enjoys a comfortable, inclusive cruising experience.
Rates are per person based on double occupancy, availability and subject to change without notice. Other restrictions may apply. *Some categories have obstructed or partially obstructed views. †International air credit amounts: 400GBP; 450EUR; 650AUD. ‡San Diego airport transfers available only on days of embarkation (January 30, 2028) and disembarkation (April 29, 2028). §Luggage delivery applies to U.S. and Canada residents only. Residents of other countries will receive Onboard Credit in the following amounts (applied at time of booking): US$500 Onboard Credit per person for guests booked in a Pinnacle (PS) or Neptune (SA–SB) Suite; US$400 Onboard Credit per person for guests booked in a Vista Suite (A–BC); and US$300 Onboard Credit per person for guests booked in an Ocean View stateroom (C–F). **Grand Mariner Discount available only to past Holland America Grand Voyage guests. Ships registry: Netherlands
