70 Day Cruise - Grand South America and Antartica Voyage

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70 Day Cruise - Grand South America and Antartica Voyage

April 13, 2026

Set sail on Holland America’s 70‑Day Grand South America & Antarctica Voyage - an extraordinary journey that explores the continent’s most remote wonders and iconic cities. Departing round‑trip from Fort Lauderdale aboard the Zaandam, this immersive itinerary visits 31 ports, including overnight stays in Panama City, Lima, Montevideo, Buenos Aires, and Rio de Janeiro.

A highlight of the voyage is four full days cruising Antarctica, where you’ll witness towering icebergs, dramatic landscapes, and incredible wildlife. Along the way, enjoy a rich blend of culture, history, and natural beauty as you explore destinations across the Caribbean, Central America, South America, and the Falkland Islands.

Onboard, guests enjoy Holland America’s signature dining, world‑class entertainment, enrichment programs, and elegant, spacious surroundings - creating a once‑in‑a‑lifetime grand voyage experience.

Highlights:

- Circumnavigate the whole of South America on this sweeping journey through landscapes of fire and ice.

- Transit the Panama Canal and trace Incan history across South America.

- Stay overnight in Callao (Lima), Fuerte Amador (Panama City), Montevideo, Buenos Aires, and Rio de Janeiro.

- Enjoy scenic cruising past Pio XL Glacier - the Southern Hemisphere's largest glacier outside Antarctica.

- Spend four days exploring the "White Continent" of Antarctica.

* 41 and 29 Day segments are also available upon request.

Date: January 3rd - March 14th, 2027

Duration: 70 Nights - From Fort Lauderdale, Florida to Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Ship: Holland America Line's Zaandam

Price:

Starting at $14,192 CAD per person, based on double occupancy.

*Price does not include airfare to and from Fort Lauderdale.

**We offer trip cancellation/medical insurance. Please inquire.**

Deposit:

Deposit at time of booking: $2900 CAD per person.
Promotion: If booking before May 15th, 2026, $1450 CAD per person.
A 2nd deposit due June 15th, 2026, $5800 CAD per person.
If the cruise is paid in full on June 15th, 2026, a 3% discount applies to the cruise booking.
Final Payment is due September 6, 2026.