In 2027, Holland America Line will showcase the beauty of Canada & New England with thirteen itineraries aboard Volendam and Zuiderdam. Scenic cruising of the St. Lawrence River is included in almost every itinerary, as well as calls at Montréal or Québec City. The trips range from 7-14 days and are available from May to October.

“Our Canada & New England itineraries are designed to showcase the wonders of the region — from its breathtaking national parks and storied lighthouses to its rich French heritage,” said Paul Grigsby, vice president of deployment and itinerary planning for Holland America Line. “Guests can experience magnificent French culture without ever leaving North America, all while enjoying a front-row seat to the stunning fall foliage that makes this part of the world unforgettable.”

Itineraries

Volendam and Zuiderdam will sail 20 voyages during the 2027 Canada & New England itineraries. Highlights include:

• 9 Day Lighthouses & Harbors of Canada and New England, visiting 10 iconic lighthouses. This cruise includes 22 shore excursions between Montréal and New York City. Maine’s historic Portland Head Light and Nova Scotia’s Peggy’s Cove Lighthouse are amongst the lighthouses to be visited. Calls at ports include Halifax, Nova Scotia; Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island; and Bar Harbor, Maine.
• 10 Day Canada & New England Circle: New France and Montreal, offering cruisers a deeper exploration into New France. This itinerary is a roundtrip from Montréal. It will visit destinations like Québec City; Saguenay, Québec; Prince Edward Island; St. Pierre; and St. John’s, Newfoundland.
• 11 Day Canada & New England Circle: Maritimes and New France, featuring five different national parks in one trip. This cruise departs Montréal and sails to Boston, Massachusetts. Along the way, it will visit the coastal dunes of Prince Edward Island; Jacques-Cartier National Park from Québec City; Gros Morne National Park from Corner Brook, Newfoundland; Mingan Archipelago from Havre-Saint-Pierre, Québec; and Saguenay Fjord National Park. Calls included are at St. Anthony, Newfoundland; St. John’s (late night); Corner Brook; Halifax (late night); Québec City; Saguenay; Baie-Comeau, Québec; and Havre-Saint-Pierre.
• 14 Day Atlantic  & Colonial New England, sailing from Fort Lauderdale, Florida to Montréal. This itinerary features seven ports, a late-night departure from Prince Edward Island and an overnight stay in Québec City. 
• 14 Day Atlantic, New England and Québec, sailing from Québec City to Miami, Florida. This itinerary includes eight ports and an overnight call at Halifax. 

Focus on Regional Culture

The region’s culture is deeply ingrained in all of the Canada & New England cruise itineraries. Guests can enjoy immersive regional experiences, such as: 

• Savoring authentic Canada and New England flavors from Destination Dining. Think Maine lobster, PEI mussels, Boston baked beans, a poutine bar, Boston cream pie and more.
• Tasting lobster with island fishermen in Charlottetown 
• Sampling maple treats in Saint John, New Brunswick
• Exploring Portland, Maine’s artisan shops 

Booking Bonus Available with ‘Have It All’ Package

In addition to all the amenities from the standard package, guests booking these cruises with the Have It All package will receive added perks. They include complimentary prepaid Crew Appreciation, free upgrades to the Elite Beverage Package and Premium WiFi. 

For more information about Holland America Line, call 1-877-SAIL HAL (877-724-5425) or visit hollandamerica.com.