Holland America Line 2028 Canada New England
Holland America Line has opened bookings for its 2028 Canada and New England season, featuring the newly transformed Zuiderdam and Volendam on 27 sailings
Holland America Line has opened bookings for its 2028 Canada and New England cruise season. The May-to-October season will feature the post-Evolution Zuiderdam making its regional debut alongside Volendam on voyages ranging from seven to 14 days.
The cruise line states this season will feature more calls to Montréal than any other cruise line. Bookings opened on October 1, 2026. Paul Grigsby, vice president of revenue planning and deployment for Holland America Line, noted the strategic importance of the market. The season shows the line's investment following its Evolution transformation, described as its largest fleet investment in 153 years.
Zuiderdam introduces new accommodations and dining
The upgraded Zuiderdam will be the second of six ships to receive the Evolution overhaul. It marks its Canada and New England debut with new features previously exclusive to newer Pinnacle-class ships.
Additions include purpose-built Solo Verandah staterooms and expansive new Bridgeview Suites with panoramic forward-facing views. The ship will also introduce the Grand Dutch Café, a counter-service venue offering Dutch snacks, breakfast items, and specialty coffee.
Volendam operates majority of longer itineraries
Volendam will sail most of the longer 9-, 10-, 11-, and 14-day itineraries. A 14-day sailing from Fort Lauderdale to Montréal on May 13, 2028, kicks off the season. Longer Collectors' Voyages are also available.
Key Volendam sailings for 2028 include:
| Voyage | Departure Date | Itinerary |
|---|---|---|
| 14-Day Canada & New England: Atlantic & Colonial New England | May 13, 2028 | Fort Lauderdale to Montréal |
| 10-Day Canada & New England: Québec & Newfoundland | June 7, 2028 | Montréal to Boston |
| 11-Day Canada & New England Circle: Maritimes & New France | May 27, 2028 | Roundtrip from Montréal |
| 11-Day Canada & New England Circle: Maritimes & New France | August 29, 2028 | Roundtrip from Montréal |
| 10-Day Canada & New England: New France & Newfoundland | August 19, 2028 | Boston to Montréal |
Itineraries highlight Canadian and New England ports
Departure ports include Montréal, Québec City, Boston, New York, and Fort Lauderdale. Seven-day itineraries sail between Boston and Montréal, Boston and Québec City, or roundtrip from Boston.
Ports may include Prince Edward Island, Sydney, Halifax, Portland, Québec City, Montréal, and Saint John. Longer voyages reach Newfoundland, with calls at Corner Brook, St. Anthony, and St. John’s. Select sailings include overnight calls in Québec City and late-night stays in Charlottetown and Saint John.
The 14-day Atlantic & Colonial New England voyage includes Norfolk, Boston, Portland, Halifax, Sydney, Prince Edward Island, Québec City, and Saguenay. Another 14-day sailing aboard Zuiderdam from Québec City to Fort Lauderdale departs October 14, 2028, visiting Sept-Îles, Saguenay, Halifax, Sydney, Prince Edward Island, Boston, and Norfolk.
Season emphasizes nature and heritage access
Holland America Line says its 2028 itineraries will provide access to five national parks and seven UNESCO World Heritage sites across Canada and New England. Wildlife spotting opportunities may include beluga whales in the Saguenay Fjord, humpback, finback, and minke whales throughout Atlantic Canada, and puffins along Newfoundland's coastline.
27 sailings are currently available for booking.
