• HAL’s 2027–2028 season features voyages ranging from 14 to 35 days across Australia, New Zealand, and the South Pacific.
• The itineraries introduce new overnight stays in Melbourne, Cairns (Australia), and Lautoka (Fiji) for deeper cultural immersion.
• The season includes access to 13 UNESCO World Heritage sites and over 100 wildlife and nature tours (e.g., fairy penguins, glowworm grottos).
• A limited-time offer on the “Have It All” premium package includes free prepaid crew appreciation and complimentary upgrades to Elite Wi-Fi/Beverages

Holland America Line has unveiled its 2027–2028 Australia, New Zealand, and South Pacific season, promising deep immersion on voyages ranging from 14 to 35 days. The season, running from September 2027 through March 2028, will feature three HAL ships, including those sailing longer Legendary Voyages across the region.

A major enhancement for this season is the addition of new overnight stays in key ports: Melbourne and Cairns in Australia, and Lautoka in Fiji. These extended stops are designed to allow guests a more relaxed pace for cultural immersion, such as exploring Melbourne’s arts district or accessing the Great Barrier Reef from Cairns.

The itineraries are rich in natural and cultural experiences. Guests will have access to over 100 carefully selected wildlife and nature tours, including spotting fairy penguins and exploring glowworm grottos. Voyages will also include calls at 13 UNESCO World Heritage sites, such as the Sydney Opera House and the lagoons of New Caledonia. The onboard experience is complemented by a Destination Dining program that brings authentic regional flavors, like New Zealand green-lipped mussels and pavlovas, to the ships. Guests booking the “Have It All” premium package for a limited time will receive free prepaid crew appreciation and complimentary upgrades to the Elite Beverage Package and Premium Wi-Fi.

Itinerary Highlights

• 26-Day Australia, Coral Sea & Fiji Legendary Voyage: sails aboard Westerdam, from Sydney, Australia, to Auckland, New Zealand, Jan. 4, 2028. Calls at 14 ports throughout the region, including overnight stays at Cairns and Lautoka. Guests will experience Australia’s east coast, Vanuatu, Fiji and Tonga, with opportunities to snorkel vibrant reefs and discover sacred Māori sites.
• 35-Day Hawaii, Tahiti & Marquesas Legendary Voyage: sails aboard Zaandam, Oct. 14, 2027, or Koningsdam, Feb. 19, 2028 — both roundtrip from San Diego, California.Zandaam calls at 13 ports, including a late-night departure from Bora Bora and overnights in Honolulu, Hawaii, and Papeete, Tahiti. Koningsdam visits 10 ports, featuring overnight calls at Honolulu; Raiatea and Moorea, French Polynesia; and a combined overnight and late-night departure in Papeete. 
• 34-Day Legendary South Pacific Crossing: sails aboard Westerdam, Sept. 19, 2027, from Seattle to Sydney. Calls at 14 ports including an overnight at Honolulu and Papeete. 
• 14-Day Australia & New Zealand: sails aboard Westerdam between Sydney and Auckland. Guests can choose from seven departures, including a Thanksgiving holiday cruise. Calls include Melbourne and the New Zealand ports of Lyttleton (Christchurch), Picton, Tauranga, Napier, Wellington and Port Chalmers (Dunedin). Select itineraries include scenic cruising in Milford Sound. 
• 14-Day New Zealand Discovery: sails aboard Westerdam, Feb. 13, 2028, roundtrip from Sydney. Calls at eight ports in New Zealand and includes scenic cruising in Milford Sound.
• 16-Day South Australia Discovery Holiday: sails aboard Westerdam, Dec. 19, 2027, roundtrip from Sydney.Guests can relax, recharge and reconnect with family and friends while enjoying festive decorations, celebratory meals and favorite traditions like a tree-lighting ceremony, Holiday Nutcracker Tea and more. Includes calls at nine ports in Australia, including late-night calls at Philip Island and Hobart, as well as an overnight stay at Melbourne. 

Have It All Early Booking Bonus 

For a limited time, when guests book 2027-2028 Australia, New Zealand and South Pacific 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 Feb. 16, 2026, to receive the Exclusive Mariner Society Early Booking Bonus.

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