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Grand South America & Antarctica Voyage Cruise

  • Departure DateMon 4th Jan 2021
  • Holland America Line Volendam
  • 74 Night Cruise From Fort Lauderdale
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Itinerary

  • Fort Lauderdale
  • Santa Marta
  • San Blas
  • Manta
  • Callao, Peru
  • San Martin
  • Matarani
  • Iquique
  • Antofagasta
  • San Antonio, Chile
  • Isla Robinson Crusoe
  • Castro, Chiloe Island
  • Puerto Chacabuco
  • Punta Arenas, Chile
  • Ushuaia
  • Antarctica
  • Puerto Madryn
  • Punta del Este
  • Montevideo
  • Buenos Aires
  • Santos, Brazil
  • Ilhabela
  • Rio de Janeiro
  • IIheus
  • Recife
  • Fortaleza
  • Belem
  • Santarem
  • Boca De Valeira
  • Manaus
  • Parintins
  • Alter Do Chao, Brazil
  • Devils Island, French Guiana
  • Bridgetown
  • Santo Domingo
  • Fort Lauderdale

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Day 1 - Fort Lauderdale

Arrive: Mon 04 January 2021 / Depart: Mon 04 January 2021 at 14:00

There is an abundance of things to see and do in the Ft. Lauderdale area: visit the newly redesigned Ft. Lauderdale Beach and cafes, stroll the historic Riverwalk, shop the luxurious stores on Las Olas Boulevard or adventure to the Everglades for an intriguing air boat excursion.

Day 2 - At Sea

Day 3 - At Sea

Day 4 - Santa Marta

Arrive: Thu 07 January 2021 / Depart: Thu 07 January 2021

In the land of the great liberator, S mon Bol var, visit the plantation where he lived his final days; view a dazzling collection of Tayrona gold pieces; take in the rich aroma of fresh-brewed Colombian coffee. Sample shore excursion: Santa Marta City Tour & Folkloric Show.

Day 5 - San Blas

Arrive: Fri 08 January 2021 / Depart: Fri 08 January 2021

Home of the Cuna Indians, a warmly hospitable people famous for their finely sewn, tropically colored molas. The day is yours to explore the thatched-hut villages and lounge on silken beaches.

Day 6 - Enter Panama Canal at Cristobal

Day 6 - Daylight Transit Panama Canal

Day 6 - Exit Panama Canal Balboa

Day 7 - At Sea

Day 8 - Manta

Arrive: Mon 11 January 2021 / Depart: Mon 11 January 2021

Just outside this tranquil coast town lie the villages where the famous Panama hats are woven. Farther afield: colonial Quito, so perfectly preserved the entire Old Town has been designated a World Heritage Site. Sample shore excursions: A Day in Quito; Manta & Montecristi.

Day 9 - At Sea

Day 10 - Callao, Peru

Arrive: Wed 13 January 2021

Your link to colonial Lima: Cuzco, where ancient Quechua is still spoken in the marketplace, and mist-veiled Machu Picchu.

Day 11 - Callao, Peru

Your link to colonial Lima: Cuzco, where ancient Quechua is still spoken in the marketplace, and mist-veiled Machu Picchu.

Day 12 - Callao, Peru

Depart: Fri 15 January 2021

Your link to colonial Lima: Cuzco, where ancient Quechua is still spoken in the marketplace, and mist-veiled Machu Picchu.

Day 13 - San Martin

Arrive: Sat 16 January 2021 / Depart: Sat 16 January 2021

General San Martin was named for José de San Martín who, nearly 200 years ago, liberated Peru from Spanish rule. This thriving harbor is your gateway to the Nazca Lines geoglyphs, the ancient spires of Macchu Picchu, and the port of Pisco. Visit the Paracas National Reserve, a refuge for seals, penguins, flamingos and more. Sample shore excursions: Ballestas Island Wildlife Sanctuary Cruise; The Route of Pisco; Tambo Colorado & Paracas Museum.

Day 14 - At Sea

Day 15 - Matarani

Arrive: Mon 18 January 2021 / Depart: Mon 18 January 2021

Day 16 - Iquique

Arrive: Tue 19 January 2021 / Depart: Tue 19 January 2021

Day 17 - Antofagasta

Arrive: Wed 20 January 2021 / Depart: Wed 20 January 2021

Surrounded by the steep hills of Chile's coastal mountain range, the port city of Antofagasta lies along the Pacific Ocean. Part of the Atacama Desert, it is among the driest areas on the planet. The spectacular cliffs and rock formations are a hallmark of this seaside town, and one of the most famous, La Portada, lies to the north. A natural archway of rock in the ocean, it is a landmark of Chile and this magical area. In the city, tour El Barrio Historico, where you can observe several national monuments to the town's rich and storied mining history. Take a break in Plaza Colon, where you may catch a local band of musicians playing near the Torre del Reloj, a replica of London's famous Big Ben. Explore the gothic cathedral and historic theater, or venture outside the city to see the Milestone to the Tropic of Capricorn.

Day 18 - At Sea

Day 19 - San Antonio, Chile

Arrive: Fri 22 January 2021 / Depart: Fri 22 January 2021

Day 20 - At Sea

Day 21 - Isla Robinson Crusoe

Arrive: Sun 24 January 2021 / Depart: Sun 24 January 2021

Originally named Juan Fernández Island, it was here that the sailor Alexander Selkirk was marooned in 1704 and lived in solitude for over four years inspiring Daniel Defoe to write the classic novel, Robinson Crusoe. To reflect the literary lore associated with the island, the Chilean government named the location Robinson Crusoe Island in 1966. Today the island is a World Biosphere Reserve and home to the Magellanic Penguin and Juan Fernández Firecrown, an endangered red hummingbird.

Day 22 - At Sea

Day 23 - Castro, Chiloe Island

Arrive: Tue 26 January 2021 / Depart: Tue 26 January 2021

Day 24 - Puerto Chacabuco

Arrive: Wed 27 January 2021 / Depart: Wed 27 January 2021

Here in the heart of the Chilean archipelago, discover stunning scenery: dense rain forests, bright-blue lakes and snow-covered mountain peaks. Sample shore excursions: Sights of Patagonia; Lake Elizalde Adventure.

Day 25 - Chilean Fjords

Day 26 - Amalia Glacier

Day 26 - Sarmiento Channel

Day 26 - Strait of Magellan

Day 27 - Punta Arenas, Chile

Arrive: Sat 30 January 2021 / Depart: Sat 30 January 2021

This remote town, pioneered by Yugoslav settlers and sheep ranchers, sits on rolling hills overlooking the Strait of Magellan. Sample shore excursions: Torres del Paine National Park; Antarctica: A Spectacular Flyover; Scenic Patagonia.

Day 27 - Cockburn and Beagle Channels

Day 28 - Glacier Alley

Day 28 - Cape Horn

Day 29 - Ushuaia

Arrive: Mon 01 February 2021

The southernmost town in the world, where dominating peaks loom on three sides; the fourth opens to the Beagle Channel, where sea lions bellow and king crab rules. Sample shore excursions: Tierra del Fuego National Park; Penguins & Beagle Channel.

Day 30 - Ushuaia

Depart: Tue 02 February 2021

The southernmost town in the world, where dominating peaks loom on three sides; the fourth opens to the Beagle Channel, where sea lions bellow and king crab rules. Sample shore excursions: Tierra del Fuego National Park; Penguins & Beagle Channel.

Day 31 - Antarctica

Arrive: Wed 03 February 2021

Day 32 - Antarctica

Day 33 - Antarctica

Day 34 - Antarctica

Day 35 - Antarctica

Depart: Sun 07 February 2021

Day 36 - Stanley/Falkland Is/Islas Malvinas

Day 37 - At Sea

Day 38 - Puerto Madryn

Arrive: Wed 10 February 2021 / Depart: Wed 10 February 2021

Situated in rugged Argentine Patagonia, Puerto Madryn was founded by Welsh immigrants in 1865. Enjoy a famous Welsh "tea" in the village of Gaiman; journey back in time 300 million years at the Paleontology Museum of Egidio Feruglio in Trelew; and see colonies of sea elephants, sea lions and seals in their natural habitat at Punta Norte. Sample shore excursions: Punta Tombo Penguin Adventure; Peninsula Valdes Natural Reserve; Puerto Madryn Private Touring.

Day 39 - At Sea

Day 40 - Punta del Este

Arrive: Fri 12 February 2021 / Depart: Fri 12 February 2021

Known as the St. Tropez of Uruguay for its miles of beautiful, pristine beaches, sports activities, shopping, and temperate climate, Punta del Este offers something for everyone. Choose a gentle bayside beach or dramatic Atlantic beach with perfect surfing waves; explore the colonial and modern architecture of downtown and shop for local treasures; and visit Casa del Pueblo – a modern art museum that was once the home of celebrated Uruguayan artist Carlos Paez Vilaro.

Day 41 - Montevideo

Arrive: Sat 13 February 2021 / Depart: Sat 13 February 2021

Friendly and genteel, Montevideo honors colonial customs: long lunches, siestas, high tea. Nearby: Colonia del Sacramento, the oldest city in Uruguay (ca. 1680) and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Sample shore excursions: Colonia del Sacramento; A Gaucho's Life.

Day 42 - Buenos Aires

Arrive: Sun 14 February 2021

In the "Paris of South America," find ten million portenos passionate about futbol, tango and theater at midnight. A short flight away, Iguazu Falls roars in the jungle.

Day 43 - Buenos Aires

Depart: Mon 15 February 2021

In the "Paris of South America," find ten million portenos passionate about futbol, tango and theater at midnight. A short flight away, Iguazu Falls roars in the jungle.

Day 44 - At Sea

Day 45 - At Sea

Day 46 - Santos, Brazil

Arrive: Thu 18 February 2021 / Depart: Thu 18 February 2021

Tropical, with the friendly air of a beach town, Santos percolates as the largest coffee port in Brazil. Inland, Sao Paulo, the "Manhattan of Brazil," gleams with soaring steel-and-glass skycrapers, urban parks, galleries and museums.

Day 47 - Ilhabela

Arrive: Fri 19 February 2021 / Depart: Fri 19 February 2021

Day 48 - Rio de Janeiro

Arrive: Sat 20 February 2021

Natives call it a cidade maravilhosa—the marvelous city—for its stunning setting and unabashed lust for life. Our overnight stay lets you revel in Brazilian paradise: beaches beauty, samba. And if Rio isn't wild enough for you, there's always a trip to the Amazonian river outpost of Manaus, once the richest city in the world.

Day 49 - Rio de Janeiro

Depart: Sun 21 February 2021

Natives call it a cidade maravilhosa—the marvelous city—for its stunning setting and unabashed lust for life. Our overnight stay lets you revel in Brazilian paradise: beaches beauty, samba. And if Rio isn't wild enough for you, there's always a trip to the Amazonian river outpost of Manaus, once the richest city in the world.

Day 50 - At Sea

Day 51 - IIheus

Arrive: Tue 23 February 2021 / Depart: Tue 23 February 2021

Day 52 - At Sea

Day 53 - Recife

Arrive: Thu 25 February 2021 / Depart: Thu 25 February 2021

With Recife's receding tide comes a most unusual bathing beach, dotted with a myriad of inviting pools and a surreal seascape of reef rocks. Hence the name Recife, which means reef. Discover nearby Olinda, a colonial gem beautifully preserved in pastel shades of stucco

Day 54 - At Sea

Day 55 - Fortaleza

Arrive: Sat 27 February 2021 / Depart: Sat 27 February 2021

Jangadeiros (fishermen aboard log rafts with triangular sails) skim this port's green waters as they have for centuries; in the city, artisans hand-craft gossamer pieces of heirloom lace. Sample shore excursion: Highlights of Fortaleza.

Day 56 - At Sea

Day 57 - Belem

Arrive: Mon 01 March 2021 / Depart: Mon 01 March 2021

Situated on the mouth of the Amazon River, Belem is the chief port for the Amazon. The Portuguese colonial architecture is evident in numerous city squares, elegant parks and splendid churches created during the rubber boom of the 19th century. Wander the narrow streets of the old city, explore the local Ver O Peso market or view the world's largest collection of tropical plants at the Goeldi Museum.

Day 58 - Crossing the Equator

Day 59 - Crossing the Amazon River Bar, Brazil

Day 60 - Santarem

Arrive: Thu 04 March 2021 / Depart: Thu 04 March 2021

A lively trading center on the Amazon (Henry Ford invested millions in rubber here in the 1920s). Here, see rubber and Brazil nut trees; learn how the locals make tapioca, staple of the Amazon; swim in the clear blue waters of the Rio Tapajos. Sample shore excursion: City Tour of Santarém; Tapajos National Forest.

Day 61 - Boca De Valeira

Arrive: Fri 05 March 2021 / Depart: Fri 05 March 2021

Grass huts, log canoes, hunting and fishing are part of daily life in this remote Amazonian village, a trading post on a bend in the river. Step ashore to purchase an alligator tooth talisman from the local shaman, laugh with the children.

Day 62 - Manaus

Arrive: Sat 06 March 2021

This jungle capital sprang up during the great rubber boom of 1896. Its splendid opera house, the centerpiece of this "Paris of the Jungle" where wealthy rubber barons enjoyed performances of Verdi and Puccini, has been magnificently restored. Witness the "Meeting of the Waters" where massive dark and light rivers meet and run parallel for miles without blending. Sample shore excursion: The Meeting of the Waters: A Jungle Cruise; Manaus & the Teatro Amazonas Opera House.

Day 62 - Manaus

This jungle capital sprang up during the great rubber boom of 1896. Its splendid opera house, the centerpiece of this "Paris of the Jungle" where wealthy rubber barons enjoyed performances of Verdi and Puccini, has been magnificently restored. Witness the "Meeting of the Waters" where massive dark and light rivers meet and run parallel for miles without blending. Sample shore excursion: The Meeting of the Waters: A Jungle Cruise; Manaus & the Teatro Amazonas Opera House.

Day 63 - Manaus

Depart: Sun 07 March 2021

This jungle capital sprang up during the great rubber boom of 1896. Its splendid opera house, the centerpiece of this "Paris of the Jungle" where wealthy rubber barons enjoyed performances of Verdi and Puccini, has been magnificently restored. Witness the "Meeting of the Waters" where massive dark and light rivers meet and run parallel for miles without blending. Sample shore excursion: The Meeting of the Waters: A Jungle Cruise; Manaus & the Teatro Amazonas Opera House.

Day 64 - Parintins

Arrive: Mon 08 March 2021 / Depart: Mon 08 March 2021

Steeped in tradition, Parintins celebrates its centuries-old Indian culture each June at the Boi-Bumba Festival, a lavish event that rivals Rio's Carnivale, re-enacted for visitors at a local club. Sample shore excursions: Parintins by Tricycle; Boi-Bumba Festival Show.

Day 65 - Alter Do Chao, Brazil

Arrive: Tue 09 March 2021 / Depart: Tue 09 March 2021

Rimmed by white sand beaches and lapped by the deep blue waters of Rio Tapajos, this Amazon village boasts one of the most beautiful beaches in Brazil. It sits beneath two rolling green hills, one of the hills is shaped like a church altar, which is where the area gets its name. From the beach, it's a leisurely half hour stroll to the top of the larger hill, which offers spectacular views of the Tapaj s and Amazon rivers. Nearby, the Center for the Preservation of Indian Art houses an extensive collection of indigenous art from allover the Amazon Basin, and a fair trade gift shop. Hike into the jungle to explore or shop in the local open-air market for bargains.

Day 66 - Cruising the Amazon River

Day 67 - At Sea

Day 68 - Devils Island, French Guiana

Arrive: Fri 12 March 2021 / Depart: Fri 12 March 2021

Blue morpho butterflies and iridescent hummingbirds flit and zoom through this idyllic island, once a French political prison. View the muraled church painted by a convict with time on his hands.

Day 69 - At Sea

Day 70 - Bridgetown

Arrive: Sun 14 March 2021 / Depart: Sun 14 March 2021

In British Barbados, cricket is the national sport and afternoon tea goes without saying, but it's true blue Caribbean as well, with classic sand beaches, hills carpeted in sugar cane and wild vervet monkeys in the jungle.

Day 71 - At Sea

Day 72 - Santo Domingo

Arrive: Tue 16 March 2021 / Depart: Tue 16 March 2021

In the oldest city in the New World get ready for history, hand-rolled puro cigars and island rum. Sample shore excursions: Santo Domingo Historical Walking Tour; The Tomb of Columbus & Three Eyes Lakes.

Day 73 - At Sea

Day 74 - At Sea

Day 75 - Fort Lauderdale

Arrive: Fri 19 March 2021 / Depart: Fri 19 March 2021

There is an abundance of things to see and do in the Ft. Lauderdale area: visit the newly redesigned Ft. Lauderdale Beach and cafes, stroll the historic Riverwalk, shop the luxurious stores on Las Olas Boulevard or adventure to the Everglades for an intriguing air boat excursion.

Volendam From Holland America Line

Elegant and spacious, Volendam takes her décor cues from the garden. Her grand public spaces are graced with floral fabrics and tapestries, as well as huge vases of fresh floral arrangements. While on board, explore the wonders of nature in BBC Earth Experiences. Enjoy regional cooking demonstrations and food and wine tastings with EXC Port to Table programming. Relax with a spa treatment at the Greenhouse Salon & Spa. Or dine in one of our selection of fine restaurants.

Ship Cabins

Large Interior Stateroom

Approximately 151–233 sq. ft. Two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our signature Mariner's Dream bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads and a host of amenities are featured in these comfortable staterooms. The configuration of staterooms may vary from the images shown.

Lanai Stateroom

Approximately 196-240 sq. ft. Sliding glass doors (mirrored for privacy) open onto our Promenade deck from this comfortable stateroom, which includes two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our Signature Mariner's Dream bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads and other amenities. The configuration of staterooms may vary from the images shown.

Large Ocean view Stateroom

Approximately 140-319 sq. ft. These expansive staterooms include include two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our Signature Mariner's Dream bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads, a host of amenities and an ocean view. The configuration of staterooms may vary from the images shown.

Large Ocean view Stateroom (Fully Obstructed View)

Approximately 140-319 sq. ft. These large staterooms include two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our Signature Mariner's Dream bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads and a host of amenities. The view is fully obstructed. The configuration of staterooms may vary from the images shown.

Large Ocean view Stateroom (Partial Sea View)

Approximately 140-319 sq. ft. These staterooms feature a partial sea view and include two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our signature Mariner's Dream bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, plus premium massage shower heads and a variety of amenities. The configuration of staterooms may vary from the images shown.

Large Ocean view Stateroom (Porthole View)

Approximately 140-319 sq. ft. These spacious staterooms include two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our Signature Mariner's Dream bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, premium massage shower heads, an array of modern amenities and a porthole. The configuration of staterooms may vary from the images shown.

Neptune Suite

Approximately 558-566 sq. ft. including verandah With floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a private verandah, these spacious suites are flooded with light. They feature a large sitting area with a mini-bar and refrigerator, and two lower beds convertible to one king-size bed—our signature Mariner's Dream bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses plus a separate dressing room. There's also a sofa bed, suitable for two people. The bathroom comes with a full-size whirlpool bath and shower. Amenities include use of the exclusive Neptune Lounge, a private concierge and an array of complimentary services. The configuration of staterooms may vary from the images.

Pinnacle Suite

Approximately 1,296 sq. ft. including verandah Generously proportioned and filled with light, these elegant suites include a living room, dining room, pantry with microwave and refrigerator, and floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a private verandah. The bedroom features a king-size bed—our Signature Mariner's Dream bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, plus a separate dressing room and the bath includes an oversize whirlpool bath and shower as well as an additional shower stall. There's also a sofa bed, suitable for two people, and a guest toilet. Amenities include a private stereo system, use of the exclusive Neptune Lounge, private concierge and an array of complimentary services. The configuration of staterooms may vary from the images shown.

Vista Suite

Approximately 297-379 sq. ft. including verandah With a teak-lined verandah, floor-to-ceiling windows and comfortable sitting area, these comfortable suites are filled with light. They include two lower beds convertible to one queen-size bed—our signature Mariner's Dream bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses, plus a whirlpool bath and shower, mini-bar and refrigerator. The configuration of staterooms may vary from the images shown.
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