Jan 25th - Mar 13th
Holland America Cruise Line
from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida
The January 25, 2025 cruise on the MS Volendam departs from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida. On this 47 Night Grand Voyage: Pole To Pole Segment (Ft. Lauderdale To Buenos Aires) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 54 different cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The MS Volendam sets sail on Saturday, Jan 25th and returns on Thursday, Mar 13th.
MS Volendam - January 25, 2025 - 47 Nights
Day | Date | Port |
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1 | Jan 25th | Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida |
2 | Jan 26th | At Sea |
3 | Jan 27th | At Sea |
4 | Jan 28th | Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic |
5 | Jan 29th | At Sea |
6 | Jan 30th | Santa Marta, Colombia |
7 | Jan 31st | At Sea |
8 | Feb 1st | Puerto Limon, Costa Rica |
9 | Feb 2nd | Panama Canal Transit |
9 | Feb 2nd | Fuerte Amador, Panama |
10 | Jan 25th | Fuerte Amador, Panama |
11 | Jan 25th | Cross The Equator |
12 | Feb 5th | Manta, Ecuador |
13 | Feb 6th | At Sea |
14 | Feb 7th | Salaverry (trujillo), Peru |
15 | Feb 8th | At Sea |
16 | Feb 9th | Callao, Lima, Peru |
17 | Jan 25th | Callao, Lima, Peru |
18 | Feb 11th | General San Martin (pisco), Peru |
19 | Feb 12th | At Sea |
20 | Feb 13th | Arica, Chile |
21 | Feb 14th | At Sea |
22 | Feb 15th | Antofagasta, Chile |
23 | Feb 16th | At Sea |
24 | Feb 17th | San Antonio, Chile |
25 | Feb 18th | At Sea |
26 | Feb 19th | Robinson Crusoe Island, Chile |
27 | Feb 20th | At Sea |
28 | Feb 21st | Puerto Montt, Chile |
29 | Feb 22nd | Castro, Isla Chiloe, Chile |
30 | Feb 23rd | Puerto Chacabuco, Chile |
31 | Jan 25th | Cruise Chilean Fjords |
32 | Jan 25th | Cruise Canal Sarmiento |
32 | Jan 25th | Cruise El Brujo Glacier |
33 | Feb 26th | Punta Arenas, Chile |
33 | Jan 25th | Cruise Cockburn & Beagle Channels |
33 | Jan 25th | Cruise Strait Of Magellan |
34 | Jan 25th | Cruise Glacier Alley |
34 | Feb 27th | Ushuaia, Tierra Del Fuego, Argentina |
35 | Jan 25th | Cruise Cape Horn |
35 | Jan 25th | Cruise Cape Horn & Drake Passage |
36 | Mar 1st | At Sea |
37 | Mar 2nd | Antarctic Experience |
38 | Mar 3rd | Antarctic Experience |
39 | Mar 4th | Antarctic Experience |
40 | Mar 5th | Antarctic Experience |
41 | Mar 6th | At Sea |
42 | Mar 7th | Port Stanley, Falkland Islands |
43 | Mar 8th | At Sea |
44 | Mar 9th | Puerto Madryn, Argentina |
45 | Mar 10th | At Sea |
46 | Mar 11th | At Sea |
47 | Mar 12th | Montevideo, Uruguay |
48 | Mar 13th | Buenos Aires, Argentina |
Holland America Cruise Line
The MS Volendam was built in 1999 and is amoung Holland America's 22 ships in it's fleet. The MS Volendam is included in the cruise line's Rotterdam Class class. In the cruise ship stats below you'll find the MS Volendam vs all other Holland America ships.
Ft. Lauderdale has 23 miles of beaches, 300 miles of inland waterways and swimming pools galore, but immersing yourself in this city doesn't require a drop of water. Dive into a culture as deep as any ocean, a culture characterized by Seminoles and Broadway shows, golf and whimsical water taxis, fine cuisine and tasty jazz. And just like the horizon here, the list of attractions goes on and on.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Old World history set to a distinctly Latin beat: this is the soul of Santo Domingo. The city is a maze of medieval palaces and boasts the first cathedral, university, and hospital in the western hemisphere. Beneath the black velvet of a signature Santo Domingo night sky, gaze upon the beauty of the Columbus Lighthouse--actually a mausoleum--as it beams a cross-shaped beacon toward the stars.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
The second-largest city in Costa Rica, Puerto Limon will leave you with a lifetime of memories. Soak in the distinct Caribbean flavor of the city's world-famous Carnivale de Limon. See the wonder of the sea turtle nesting grounds in Tortugero. Delight in the dolphins at Manzanillo National Park. Or, if ultimate relaxation is your goal, sprawl luxuriously on any of the area's lavish sand beaches.
Spend an unforgettable day cruising the Panama Canal, a fifty-one-mile waterway through the rainforest that is one of the world's engineering masterpieces. The ship glides down the canal with inches to spare, through locks that raise and lower it like a toy. Along the way it crosses enormous Gatun Lake, and the amazing Gaillard Cut, blasted out of a solid mountainside.
Manta is the third largest city in Ecuador. The port city boasts some wonderful beaches. The Malecon Escencio is a strip of restaurants and shops right on the water, and attracts many locals and visitors. The local seafood is said to be quite good--and cheap, too. The legendary Panama Hats, locals say, are not actually from Panama, but from Montecristi, a village just 10 minutes away from Manta.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
This is the port for Trujillo, the "Lordly City," whose elegant mansions and churches reflect the aristocracy of the Spanish colonial era. Here you may opt for a thrilling excursion to Chan-Chan, an immense and magnificent enclave that since A.D. 1300 has been the center of the sophisticated Chim culture.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Callao is your port of entry to the glittering, elegant city of Lima, the darling of Peru. Founded by Pizarro and the Conquistadors, the capital city today offers priceless collections ranging from the Museum of Gold to the Museum of Anthropology and Archeology. Pizarro's remains can be found in the Cathedral, built in 1746. From Lima, you can also take a tour to Machu Picchu, the mysterious lost city of the Incas high in the Andes, or to Cuzco, the capital of the Incan Empire.
Callao is your port of entry to the glittering, elegant city of Lima, the darling of Peru. Founded by Pizarro and the Conquistadors, the capital city today offers priceless collections ranging from the Museum of Gold to the Museum of Anthropology and Archeology. Pizarro's remains can be found in the Cathedral, built in 1746. From Lima, you can also take a tour to Machu Picchu, the mysterious lost city of the Incas high in the Andes, or to Cuzco, the capital of the Incan Empire.
San Martin, located off the Peruvian coast, boasts an abundance of exciting attractions and spectacular scenery. Wander through a soft green paradise of lagoons, forests, and ancient ruins. Soak in the soothing waters of local rivers, waterfalls, and thermal falls. Make your night on the town one to remember by ascending the towering dance stages at Oasis.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Arica is nestled along Chile's Pacific coast. The city is the gateway to El Morro. To the south are the dunes of the Atacama Desert. Many Bolivians come to Arica, largely for its splendid beaches. Visit the nearby citrus and olive groves. The celebrated Pan-American Highway also makes Arica a hub for transportation and trade.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Antofagasta, Chile, is known as the Mining Capital of South America, largely due to its copper endowment. The city sits in the northern part of Chile, and is 846 miles north of Santiago. Just miles away from the city is the Portada, a beautiful arch-like formation and natural monument. The city is also home to many manmade landmarks, including La Aduana and Las Ruinas de Huanchaca.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Puerto Montt is located just south of central Chile. The city boasts great bay views, seafood restaurants, handicrafts, and plenty of lodging. Puerto Montt is a popular launching point for day trips to national parks, waterfalls, lakes, and mountains of the area. If you take a 50-cent boat ride to the Island of Tenglo, you'll get a great view of the city and several snow-covered volcanoes.
The second-largest town on Chile's Chiloe Island, Castro is a tiny jewel nestled on the scenic coast. Visitors delight in the famous local cuisine, featuring exotic meat and seafood dishes for the most discerning tastebuds. Travelers can stroll through the sunny confines of the local market, which offers a variety of richly textured native clothing, hand-crafted artwork, and unique souvenirs.
This Chilean town with the memorable name is located along idyllic Austral Road in the Patagonian Steppe. Puerto Chacabuco offers an extraordinary view of nature at its best. From majestic waterfalls to ice-capped mountains, there are astounding sights everywhere. The town is also lined with dense forests, where rare and beautiful creatures may be spotted through a bit of darkened brush.
Between Tierra del Fuego and Patagonia on the coast of Chile, massive glaciers grind beautiful fjords where the land meets the sea. Watch the soaring Andean condors. Other local fauna include orcas, seals, penguins, and petrels. There is no reason to be spooked by the sight of an albatross, either--they are actually quite a beautiful sight.
Punta Arenas is known as the southernmost city on Earth. It is in Chile, and overlooks the Strait of Magellan. The city's attractions include the Museo Salesiano de Mayonino Borgatello and the Centro Cultural Braun-Menendez. The former is a museum covering the region, and the latter provides a view of a local trading family. Be sure to visit the nearby penguin colony.
The southernmost town in the world faces the Beagle Channel, where Charles Darwin encountered the now-extinct Yahgan Indians in 1832. In this desolate, wind-swept part of the world, the scenery and wildlife are awesome. Visit the Park Nacional Tierra del Fuego, where you'll find magnificent forest beaches, towering mountains, crystal-clear lakes, as well as seals, walrus, and giant sea birds.
The southernmost point of the Americas is a gray rugged rock, enduring in a notoriously weather-beaten spot. With luck, your ship can cruise close this rocky promontory, which has marked the passage from the Atlantic to the Pacific Ocean for centuries. The area has a cold and windy climate. The port is named after Hoorn, the birthplace of a legendary Dutch explorer.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Port Stanley is the only town on the Falkland Islands, and though it has little more than 1,200 residents, it contains half of the islands' population. On the other hand there are 700,000 sheep, and a wonderful assortment of sea birds and elephant seals. Though subject to the British Queen, Argentinean claims to the "Islas Malvinas" caused war in 1982.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Puerto Madryn is located on the Atlantic coast of Argentina. It is often called the city of whales, as there are an abundance of opportunities to view these magnificent and graceful giants in the waters. There is also an astonishing variety of marine life, making this an attractive destination for divers and snorkelers.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
In Montevideo, visitors are often surprised and delighted to discover that the city still retains the disposition and feel of an intimate village. The Old City of Montevideo seems lodged in another time, with customs and architecture from a past era. In the center, the Hotel Plaza Fuerte displays characteristics of the past. Visitors are charmed by its decor and views of the city.
Buenos Aires is a very European city located in the heart of Argentina. German and Italian culture combine with the Spanish native tongue and flavor of Buenos Aires. The food of the city is legendary. If you leave Buenos Aires without seeing a tango show, you have missed out. The energy, melancholy, passion, and tension of the city come bursting forth from this music and dance.