Holland America Line will expand its presence in Northern Europe with a third dedicated ship in 2027. Zuiderdam will join Nieuw Statendam and Rotterdam in taking guests throughout Northern Europe, while Oosterdam will continue as the cruise line’s primary ship to sail Mediterranean cruises. Nieuw Statendam and Rotterdam will continue to homeport in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, while Zuiderdam will cruise from Amsterdam. Both Zuiderdam and Rotterdam will also offer departures from Reykjavik, Iceland, while Nieuw Statendam will return to Dover, England, in 2027, with alternate itineraries for those wishing to sail round-trip from the U.K.
Holland America Line says that a survey of both current and prospective guests found that nearly half of respondents ranked Northern Europe (including Iceland and Greenland) as one of the most appealing cruise destinations. Further, a majority of guests rank fjord cruising as something of particular interest. With that in mind, Holland America Line has crafted a 2027 season with “copious” opportunities for scenic cruising in Norwegian and Icelandic fjords—including through Europe’s longest and deepest fjord, the Sognefjord.
Also available for booking as part of the 2027 Europe season is a series of Mediterranean cruises. Guests can choose from 14 itineraries ranging from seven to 11 days aboard Oosterdam, or from one of three itineraries aboard Nieuw Statendam, either 14 or 15 days. Each cruise will sail from one of four homeports—Barcelona, Spain; Piraeus (Athens), Greece; Trieste (Venice), Italy; or Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy—and will explore a total of 54 ports throughout the season. Travelers can also combine itineraries for an even more in-depth exploration of the Mediterranean, sailing up to 21 days with no repeat ports.
Highlights of the Northern Europe Season
Sailing from April to December aboard Nieuw Statendam, Rotterdam and Zuiderdam, itineraries range from seven to 21 days. Guests can choose from a broad selection of “Viking Homelands” cruises curated with The History Channel, visiting ports like Bergen, Stavanger and Odda, along with scenic fjord cruising. For those seeking extended regional explorations, options include the 14-day “Wild British Isles: Ireland + Cliffs of Moher” with The History Channel, taking guests close to the iconic cliffs and to ports across Northern Ireland, Ireland and Scotland. Nieuw Statendam and Rotterdam will operate a series of 14-day “Baltic and Scandinavian Capitals” cruises through summer and fall, with overnight or late-night calls in Copenhagen, Tallinn and Kiel. A special Oktoberfest edition includes a late-night stop in Warnemünde (Berlin) to experience Berlin’s Oktoberfest, with departures round-trip from either Rotterdam or Dover. The popular “Voyage of the Vikings” returns in 2027 as a 35-day round-trip from Boston aboard Volendam, visiting 20 ports across eight countries, with late-night calls in Dublin and Halifax, and an overnight in Reykjavik.
Early Booking Bonus
For a limited time, when guests book 2027 Europe cruises with the “Have It All” premium package, the standard package amenities of shore excursions, specialty dining, a Signature Beverage Package and Surf Wi-Fi are included—plus the added perk of free prepaid crew appreciation, along with free upgrades to the Elite Beverage Package and Premium Wi-Fi.
Guests can also take advantage of Holland America Line’s Exclusive Mariner Society Early Booking Bonus. Mariner Society loyalty members can enjoy up to $400 onboard credit per stateroom when these cruises open for sale. Guests must book these cruises by August 27 to receive the Exclusive Mariner Society Early Booking Bonus.
For more information, visit hollandamerica.com.
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