Holiday Overview
Duration: 46 nights / 47 days
Ships: Holland America Line's Zuiderdam and Noordam
Departure: 12 August 2027
Holiday Type: Fly, Double Cruise & Stay
Destinations: Europe, North America and Asia
Holiday Code: UCGREP6966
Save up to $4,500 per couple*
Begin in Amsterdam and cruise north to the rugged Shetland Islands before discovering Iceland's dramatic fjords, waterfalls and volcanic scenery. Continue through Greenland's glacier-carved Prince Christian Sound, colourful Arctic settlements and the historic ports of Atlantic Canada and New England.
After disembarking in Boston, fly across the United States to Seattle for an overnight stay. Board your second elegant Holland America Line ship and cruise through Alaska's spectacular wilderness before crossing the Pacific to Japan.
With two remarkable cruises, international flights, hotel stays, transfers and full-board dining at sea included, this is more than a holiday. It is the voyage of a lifetime.
Inclusions
- Airfare from Australia to Amsterdam
- Airfare from Boston to Seattle
- Airfare from Tokyo to Australia
- 21-night full-board cruise aboard Zuiderdam
- 21-night full-board cruise aboard Noordam
- One-night four-star Amsterdam hotel stay at Novotel Amsterdam City, including breakfast
- One-night four-star Seattle hotel stay at Sheraton Grand Seattle
- All transfers
- All applicable taxes
Pricing
Inside: from $13,999pp
Ocean View: from $15,999pp
Verandah: from $18,999pp
Signature Suite: from $23,999pp
All prices include flights and taxes from Brisbane.
Your Itinerary
Day 1: Fly Overnight to Amsterdam
Your holiday begins as you fly from Australia to Amsterdam.
Day 2: Amsterdam Hotel Stay
Arrive in Amsterdam and settle into your hotel. Canals lined with gabled townhouses, world-class museums and a relaxed cafe culture provide an inviting introduction to Europe.
Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: Novotel Amsterdam City
Day 3: Amsterdam, Embark Zuiderdam
Transfer to the port and board the first of your two Holland America Line ships. Settle in and enjoy elegant public spaces, refined dining and attentive service.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Overnight: Zuiderdam
Day 4: Relax at Sea
Day 5: Lerwick, Shetland Islands
Discover rugged coastlines, colourful harbourfront buildings and proud Norse heritage in the capital of Shetland.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Overnight: Zuiderdam
Day 6: Relax at Sea
Day 7: Seyðisfjörður, Iceland
Explore a charming town of brightly painted timber buildings, nestled at the head of a narrow fjord framed by waterfalls and snow-streaked mountains.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Overnight: Zuiderdam
Day 8: Akureyri and Eyjafjörður Scenic Cruising
Cruise through Iceland's longest fjord and visit Akureyri, where a lively arts scene meets striking mountain scenery.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Overnight: Zuiderdam
Day 9: Húsavík, Iceland
Visit Iceland's renowned whale-watching town and enjoy sweeping views across Skjálfandi Bay towards distant snow-capped peaks.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Overnight: Zuiderdam
Day 10: Ísafjörður Scenic Cruising
Journey through a narrow Westfjords waterway surrounded by towering cliffs and some of Iceland's most untouched wilderness.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Overnight: Zuiderdam
Day 11: Grundarfjörður, Iceland
Discover a small fishing village dominated by the striking silhouette of Kirkjufell, one of Iceland's most photographed mountains.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Overnight: Zuiderdam
Day 12: Reykjavik, Iceland
Explore the world's northernmost capital, where colourful architecture and modern design meet Iceland's rugged volcanic landscapes.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Overnight: Zuiderdam
Day 13: Relax at Sea
Day 14: Prince Christian Sound Scenic Cruising
Sail through a magnificent glacier-carved channel along Greenland's southern coast, surrounded by towering cliffs, calving glaciers and icebergs.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Overnight: Zuiderdam
Day 15: Nanortalik, Greenland
Visit a colourful Greenlandic settlement set against jagged peaks and drifting icebergs.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Overnight: Zuiderdam
Day 16: Qaqortoq, Greenland
Experience southern Greenland's largest town, known for its brightly painted buildings, mountain backdrop and fascinating Inuit culture.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Overnight: Zuiderdam
Days 17–18: Relax at Sea
Day 19: St. Anthony, Newfoundland
Discover rugged coastlines near L'Anse aux Meadows, believed to be the first Viking settlement in North America.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Overnight: Zuiderdam
Day 20: St. John's, Newfoundland
Explore one of North America's oldest cities, famous for its steep streets, colourful jellybean houses and striking harbour.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Overnight: Zuiderdam
Day 21: Relax at Sea
Day 22: Halifax, Nova Scotia
Discover a historic maritime capital with a lively waterfront, hilltop citadel and centuries of seafaring heritage.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Overnight: Zuiderdam
Day 23: Portland, Maine
Explore the cobbled streets, historic brick warehouses and thriving food scene of Portland's charming Old Port.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Overnight: Zuiderdam
Day 24: Boston to Seattle
Disembark in Boston and transfer to the airport for your flight across the United States to Seattle. On arrival, check into your hotel for an overnight stay.
Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: Sheraton Grand Seattle
Day 25: Seattle, Embark Noordam
Transfer to the port and board your second Holland America Line ship, ready to cruise through Alaska and across the Pacific to Japan.
Meals: Lunch and dinner
Overnight: Noordam
Day 26: Relax at Sea
Day 27: Stephen's Passage and Juneau Scenic Cruising
Sail through Stephen's Passage before arriving in Juneau, Alaska's capital, surrounded by towering mountains and the vast Juneau Icefield.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Overnight: Noordam
Day 28: Endicott Arm and Dawes Glacier Scenic Cruising
Cruise through Endicott Arm to the towering ice face of Dawes Glacier, watching for whales, seals and soaring eagles.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Overnight: Noordam
Day 29: Sitka, Alaska
Discover Russian-influenced architecture, dense rainforest, abundant wildlife, totem poles and rich Tlingit heritage.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Overnight: Noordam
Day 30: Ketchikan, Alaska
Explore colourful boardwalks, rainforest scenery and the world's largest collection of standing totem poles.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Overnight: Noordam
Day 31: Victoria, British Columbia
Enjoy Victorian architecture, manicured gardens, a picturesque harbour and the elegant atmosphere of British Columbia's capital.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Overnight: Noordam
Day 32: Seattle, Washington
Return to Seattle and enjoy views of the skyline and Puget Sound before continuing your voyage.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Overnight: Noordam
Day 33: Relax at Sea
Day 34: Ketchikan, Alaska
Enjoy a second opportunity to explore this colourful Alaskan port before your voyage turns west towards Asia.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Overnight: Noordam
Days 35–42: Relax at Sea
Day 43: Kushiro, Japan
Arrive in Hokkaido and discover expansive wetlands, fresh seafood and unspoilt natural scenery.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Overnight: Noordam
Day 44: Aomori, Japan
Discover Nebuta festival heritage, famous apple orchards and beautiful views across Mutsu Bay.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Overnight: Noordam
Day 45: Relax at Sea
Days 46–47: Tokyo, Disembark and Fly Home
Disembark in Tokyo and transfer to the airport for your onward flight home.
Meals: Breakfast