129-Day Grand World Voyage 2027 Holland America

Overview

Sail the 129-Day Grand World Voyage 2027 aboard Holland America Rotterdam — roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale, Florida from January 5 to May 15, 2027. Travelin' with Theresa (Theresa Wilkes, personal travel advisor since 1984) packages this circumnavigation with welcome Champagne, up to $750 cruise credit, $250 off airfare per person, included gratuities, and open-seating dining.

From $27,650 p/person for 2, this Grand World Voyage transits the Panama Canal, calls in French Polynesia and Australia, crosses the Indian Ocean to South Africa, then returns via the Canary Islands, Europe, and the Atlantic. Featured category is a Vista Suite. Cabins for the 2027 world cruise fill early — request a hold with Theresa at 888-874-7918.

• Cruise line: Holland America Line
• Ship: ms Rotterdam
• Length: 129 days roundtrip Fort Lauderdale
• Dates: January 5–May 15, 2027
• Advisor: Theresa Wilkes, Travelin' with Theresa

Why Book This 2027 Grand World Voyage with Theresa Wilkes

A 129-day world cruise is a once-in-a-lifetime itinerary — Panama Canal transit, Easter Island, Tahiti and Bora Bora, Fiji, Sydney, Bali, Singapore, the Maldives, Cape Town, the Canaries, and northern Europe before a transatlantic crossing home. Theresa Wilkes books Holland America world cruises with nationwide air contracts, so your Fort Lauderdale embarkation can be paired with a customized flight quote from your hometown airport.

• Family-owned planning since 1984 — not an online booking engine
• $250 off airfare per person when you book air through Travelin' with Theresa
• Up to $750 cruise credit and included gratuities on this sailing
• Vista Suite, Lanai, oceanview, and inside categories — we match the cabin to your budget

Frequently Asked Questions About the 129-Day Grand World Voyage 2027

When does the Holland America Grand World Voyage 2027 sail?

This 129-day voyage is roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, from January 5, 2027 to May 15, 2027 aboard Holland America Rotterdam.

What is the starting fare per person?

Pricing starts from $27,650 p/person for 2 based on double occupancy and space availability. Request a current quote for your suite or stateroom preference.

Is airfare included in the Grand World Voyage price?

The published fare includes $250 off airfare per person when you book air through Travelin' with Theresa. We have contracts nationwide — request a customized quote for your departure airport and travel dates.

What is included besides the cruise fare?

Welcome Champagne with any cabin, up to $750 cruise credit, included gratuities, a discount premium drink package, complimentary open-seating dining, some group excursions, and round-trip luggage delivery (4 pieces per person) on certain cabins.

Which ship sails the 2027 Grand World Voyage?

Holland America Line’s ms Rotterdam — a Pinnacle-class ship with The Dining Room, Lido Market, specialty restaurants, and classic Holland America enrichment on a 129-day world itinerary.

How to Book with Travelin' with Theresa

Call 888-874-7918 or request a quote. Theresa Wilkes will confirm cabin category, the $750 cruise credit, $250 air discount, and a customized airfare quote from your departure city. We have contracts nationwide — tell us your airport and travel dates.

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Itinerary

Holland America Rotterdam · 129 Days · Fort Lauderdale to Fort Lauderdale · January 5–May 15, 2027

Ports and times are subject to change. Canal transit times are approximate. Some calls require a tender, overnight stay, or visa — confirm the final schedule when you book.

Panama Canal and South America

• January 5, 2027: Fort Lauderdale, Florida, US — Embark · Departs 07:00 PM
• January 6–8, 2027: At Sea
• January 9, 2027: Enter Panama Canal Cristobal (scenic cruising) · Arrives 06:00 AM · Departs 06:00 AM
• January 9, 2027: Cruising Panama Canal (scenic cruising)
• January 9, 2027: Exit Panama Canal Balboa (scenic cruising) · Arrives 06:00 PM · Departs 06:00 PM
• January 10, 2027: Crossing the Equator (scenic cruising)
• January 11, 2027: Manta, Ecuador · Arrives 05:00 AM · Departs 04:00 PM
• January 12, 2027: At Sea
• January 13–14, 2027: Callao (Lima), Peru (Overnight) · Arrives 10:00 AM · Departs 06:00 PM
• January 15–19, 2027: At Sea
• January 20, 2027: Easter Island, Chile (tender) · Arrives 08:00 AM · Departs 05:00 PM
• January 21–22, 2027: At Sea
• January 23, 2027: Scenic Cruising Pitcairn Island (scenic cruising) · Arrives 08:00 AM · Departs 12:00 PM
• January 24–25, 2027: At Sea
• January 26–27, 2027: Papeete, French Polynesia (Overnight) · Arrives 08:00 AM · Departs 05:00 AM
• January 27, 2027: Moorea, French Polynesia (tender) · Arrives 08:00 AM · Departs 06:00 PM
• January 28, 2027: Bora Bora, French Polynesia (tender) · Arrives 07:00 AM · Departs 05:00 PM
• January 29, 2027: At Sea
• January 30, 2027: Cross International Dateline (scenic cruising)

South Pacific, Australia, and Indonesia

• February 1, 2027: Apia, Upolu, Samoa · Arrives 10:00 AM · Departs 06:00 PM
• February 2, 2027: At Sea
• February 3, 2027: Savusavu, Vanua Levu, Fiji (tender) · Arrives 08:00 AM · Departs 05:00 PM
• February 4, 2027: Suva, Viti Levu, Fiji Islands · Arrives 08:00 AM · Departs 05:00 PM
• February 5, 2027: At Sea
• February 6, 2027: Easo, Lifou, New Caledonia (tender) · Arrives 09:00 AM · Departs 05:00 PM
• February 7, 2027: Noumea, New Caledonia · Arrives 07:00 AM · Departs 03:00 PM
• February 8–9, 2027: At Sea
• February 10–11, 2027: Sydney, Australia (Overnight) · Arrives 06:30 AM · Departs 07:00 PM
• February 12–13, 2027: At Sea
• February 14, 2027: Airlie Beach, Queensland, Australia (tender) · Arrives 08:00 AM · Departs 05:00 PM
• February 15, 2027: Townsville, Australia · Arrives 08:00 AM · Departs 05:00 PM
• February 16–18, 2027: At Sea
• February 19, 2027: Darwin, Australia · Arrives 08:00 AM · Departs 05:00 PM
• February 20–21, 2027: At Sea
• February 22–23, 2027: Benoa (Denpasar), Bali, Indonesia (Overnight) · Arrives 07:00 AM · Departs 04:00 PM
• February 24, 2027: Surabaya, Indonesia · Arrives 10:00 AM · Departs 06:00 PM
• February 25, 2027: Semarang, Java, Indonesia · Arrives 08:00 AM · Departs 07:00 PM
• February 26, 2027: At Sea
• February 27, 2027: Crossing the Equator (scenic cruising)
• February 28, 2027: Singapore · Arrives 07:00 AM · Departs 06:00 PM

Southeast Asia, Indian Ocean, and Africa

• March 1, 2027: Port Kelang (Kuala Lumpur), Malaysia · Arrives 08:00 AM · Departs 06:00 PM
• March 2, 2027: Penang, Malaysia · Arrives 08:00 AM · Departs 05:00 PM
• March 3, 2027: Phuket, Thailand · Arrives 08:00 AM · Departs 05:00 PM
• March 4–5, 2027: At Sea
• March 6, 2027: Hambantota, Sri Lanka · Arrives 09:00 AM · Departs 07:00 PM
• March 7, 2027: Colombo, Sri Lanka · Arrives 07:00 AM · Departs 09:00 PM
• March 8, 2027: At Sea
• March 9, 2027: Male, Maldives (tender) · Arrives 08:00 AM · Departs 11:00 PM
• March 10–13, 2027: At Sea
• March 14, 2027: Port Louis, Mauritius · Arrives 08:00 AM · Departs 05:00 PM
• March 15, 2027: La Possession, Reunion · Arrives 07:00 AM · Departs 04:00 PM
• March 16–18, 2027: At Sea
• March 19, 2027: Port Elizabeth, South Africa · Arrives 12:00 PM · Departs 09:00 PM
• March 20, 2027: At Sea
• March 21–23, 2027: Cape Town, South Africa (Overnight) · Arrives 08:00 AM · Departs 11:59 PM
• March 24, 2027: At Sea
• March 25, 2027: Luderitz, Namibia (tender) · Arrives 08:00 AM · Departs 05:00 PM
• March 26, 2027: Walvis Bay, Namibia · Arrives 08:00 AM · Departs 05:00 PM
• March 27–29, 2027: At Sea
• March 30–31, 2027: Jamestown, Saint Helena (Overnight, tender) · Arrives 08:00 AM · Departs 05:00 PM

Atlantic islands, Europe, and the crossing home

• April 1–4, 2027: At Sea
• April 5, 2027: Banjul, Gambia · Arrives 08:00 AM · Departs 05:00 PM
• April 6, 2027: Dakar, Senegal · Arrives 08:00 AM · Departs 05:00 PM
• April 7, 2027: At Sea
• April 8, 2027: Praia, Ilha de Santiago, Cape Verde · Arrives 08:00 AM · Departs 05:00 PM
• April 9, 2027: Mindelo, Cape Verde · Arrives 08:00 AM · Departs 05:00 PM
• April 10–11, 2027: At Sea
• April 12, 2027: Santa Cruz (Tenerife), Canary Islands, Spain · Arrives 08:00 AM · Departs 11:00 PM
• April 13, 2027: Las Palmas, Gran Canaria, Canary Islands, Spain · Arrives 08:00 AM · Departs 09:00 PM
• April 14, 2027: Arrecife, Lanzarote, Canary Islands, Spain · Arrives 08:00 AM · Departs 05:00 PM
• April 15, 2027: At Sea
• April 16, 2027: Casablanca, Morocco · Arrives 07:00 AM · Departs 09:00 PM
• April 17, 2027: At Sea
• April 18, 2027: Lisbon, Portugal · Arrives 07:00 AM · Departs 06:00 PM
• April 19, 2027: Leixoes (Porto), Portugal · Arrives 08:00 AM · Departs 05:00 PM
• April 20, 2027: At Sea
• April 21, 2027: Bilbao, Spain · Arrives 07:00 AM · Departs 03:00 PM
• April 22–23, 2027: Bordeaux, France (Overnight) · Arrives 10:00 AM · Departs 08:30 PM
• April 24, 2027: At Sea
• April 25, 2027: Cherbourg (Normandy), France · Arrives 07:00 AM · Departs 04:00 PM
• April 26, 2027: Rotterdam, The Netherlands · Arrives 11:00 AM · Departs 10:00 PM
• April 27, 2027: At Sea
• April 28, 2027: Scenic cruising Oslofjord (scenic cruising)
• April 28, 2027: Oslo, Norway · Arrives 09:00 AM · Departs 05:00 PM
• April 29–30, 2027: Copenhagen, Denmark (Overnight) · Arrives 11:00 AM · Departs 09:00 PM
• May 1, 2027: Aarhus, Denmark · Arrives 07:00 AM · Departs 04:00 PM
• May 2, 2027: At Sea
• May 3, 2027: Dover (London), England, UK · Arrives 07:00 AM · Departs 06:00 PM
• May 4–11, 2027: At Sea
• May 12, 2027: San Juan, Puerto Rico · Arrives 12:00 PM · Departs 08:00 PM
• May 13–14, 2027: At Sea
• May 15, 2027: Fort Lauderdale, Florida, US — Disembark · Arrives 07:00 AM

Itinerary ports and times are subject to change. Confirm the final schedule when booking.

How do I hold a cabin for 2027?

Cabins for this Grand World Voyage fill early. Call Travelin' with Theresa at 888-874-7918 or request a quote and Theresa Wilkes will place an itinerary hold for your dates and category.

Staterooms

Holland America Rotterdam offers Vista Suites with private verandahs, Lanai staterooms that open onto the Promenade Deck, full oceanview rooms, and inside staterooms. Featured package category: Vista Suite. Luggage delivery (4 pieces per person, round-trip to Fort Lauderdale) applies to certain cabins.

Vista Suite

Private balcony, floor-to-ceiling windows, and a large sitting area. Sleeps up to 3, with two beds convertible to a queen, whirlpool bath/shower, no-host mini-bar, complimentary 24-hour room service, and daily housekeeping.

• Private verandah and floor-to-ceiling windows
• Sleeps up to 3 · beds convert to a queen
• Welcome Champagne, included gratuities, and luggage delivery on this category
• Whirlpool bath/shower, bathrobes, binoculars, fruit and ice service on request

Lanai Stateroom

Sliding glass doors open directly onto the Promenade Deck. Sleeps 2, with two beds convertible to a queen and a shower. A rare “walk-out” category for guests who want sea air without a full suite.

• Sleeps 2 · Promenade access
• Welcome Champagne and included gratuities
• Daily housekeeping and 24-hour room service

Full Oceanview Stateroom

A classic oceanview room that sleeps up to 4, with two beds convertible to a queen and a window to the sea — a value category for a 129-day voyage.

• Sleeps up to 4
• Welcome Champagne complimentary with this cabin
• Daily housekeeping and 24-hour room service

Inside Stateroom

The lead inside category sleeps up to 4, with two beds convertible to a queen — a practical way to join the Grand World Voyage if you plan to spend most days ashore and in public rooms.

• Sleeps up to 4
• Welcome Champagne complimentary with this cabin
• Daily housekeeping

Suite and stateroom availability varies. Travelin' with Theresa will confirm the best category for your dates when you request a quote.

Dining

Complimentary dining is included — dine where, when, and with whom you wish. A discount premium drink package is part of this world-cruise offer. Specialty restaurants are extra.

• The Dining Room: Holland America’s complimentary main restaurant for breakfast, lunch, and multicourse dinners.
• Lido Market: Pool-adjacent stations for breads, salads, comfort classics, global cuisine, carved meats, ice cream, and coffee.
• Dive-In: Poolside burgers on brioche, Nathan’s Famous hot dogs, grilled chicken, and portabella stacks.
• New York Pizza: Made-to-order 9-inch thin-crust pies named for New York’s boroughs, served by the Lido pool.
• 24-hour room service: Complimentary in-stateroom breakfast, snacks, and late-night options.
• Kids menu: Pizza, chicken strips, mac and cheese, soups, salads, and fruit at onboard venues.
• Tea Time: Afternoon tea at sea, with High Tea on select days.

Specialty dining (additional cost)

• Canaletto: Italian sharing plates
• Pinnacle Grill: Steakhouse
• Morimoto by Sea: Chef Morimoto’s sushi and Asian tasting menus (Pinnacle-class)
• Sel de Mer: Seafood brasserie
• Tamarindo: Mexican-inspired cuisine
• Grand Dutch Café: Dutch bites and coffee
• Club Orange: Optional upgrade with premium dining, priority access, and concierge service

Shipboard Activities

A 129-day Grand World Voyage is as much about life onboard Rotterdam as it is about the ports — music, enrichment, and Holland America traditions between Panama, Polynesia, Africa, and Europe.

• Enrichment & skill-building: Destination lectures, EXC talks, and workshops that preview tomorrow’s ports.
• Culinary & social events: Cooking demos, wine tastings, and hosted socials — some group excursions are included in this package.
• World Stage: Shows and enrichment with a vivid LED backdrop.
• Music Walk: Billboard Onboard, B.B. King’s Blues Club, and Rolling Stone Lounge on Pinnacle-class ships.
• Greenhouse Spa & Salon: Treatments, thermal suite, and salon services (à la carte).
• Fitness Center & sports courts: Classes, walking track, and ocean-view workouts.
• Some group excursions included: Selected Holland America Collections tours are part of this world-cruise offer; others can be added when you book.