Holland America Line has announced its full slate of 2027–28 Legendary Voyages, expanding its portfolio of long-duration cruises aimed at travelers looking for depth, narrative, and extended time in some of the world’s most culturally rich regions. Ranging from 28 to 47 days, the new itineraries build on the cruise line’s tradition of destination-focused journeys that emphasize history, culture, and a slower pace of travel.
The upcoming Legendary Voyages span Alaska, Europe, the Caribbean, South America, the Amazon, and the South Pacific, offering sailings that follow historic routes, commemorate milestones in travel history, or center around rare natural events. According to the cruise line, the program reflects growing demand among experienced cruisers for voyages that feel personal and immersive rather than fast-paced or checklist-driven.
Longer Itineraries Built Around History and Exploration
Among the headline sailings is the return of the 47-day Ultimate Mediterranean & Atlantic Passage, a journey inspired by one of the company’s early 20th-century pleasure cruises. Sailing roundtrip from New York, the itinerary visits more than 20 ports across a dozen countries, combining Western and Eastern Mediterranean highlights with Atlantic crossings and extended port calls that allow for unhurried exploration.
Another standout is the 28-day Pan Am 100th Anniversary Legendary Voyage, which retraces historic aviation routes once flown by Pan American World Airways. Designed as a tribute to the golden age of travel, the sailing weaves through the Caribbean, Mexico, and parts of Latin America, pairing destination visits with themed onboard programming and period-inspired experiences.
The lineup also includes a 28-day Solar Eclipse & Cosmic Port Explorer voyage, timed to allow guests to witness a solar eclipse at sea. This sailing blends astronomical events with destinations linked to archeoastronomy, offering a mix of scientific curiosity and cultural discovery that reflects the narrative-driven nature of the Legendary Voyages concept.
Elevated Onboard Programming and a Global Scope
Across the 2027–28 season, Legendary Voyages place strong emphasis on onboard enrichment that complements time ashore. Guests can expect themed dinners and social events, cultural performances tied to regional itineraries, and a resident classical music ensemble that evokes traditional ocean-liner travel. Creative workshops, religious services, and commemorative touches such as cruise logs and formal gala evenings are designed to reinforce the sense of occasion that defines these sailings.
Beyond the headline itineraries, the collection includes long cruises to Alaska and the Arctic Circle, Viking-themed voyages in Northern Europe, multiple South Pacific crossings, and an updated Amazon Explorer sailing that now operates roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale. Together, these routes highlight Holland America Line’s focus on travelers who value context, storytelling, and continuity over short port stops.
By positioning Legendary Voyages as extended journeys built around a single theme or region, Holland America Line is reinforcing its appeal to seasoned cruisers seeking meaningful engagement with destinations. The 2027–28 program underscores a broader shift in cruise travel toward slower, more intentional exploration, where the journey itself is as important as the places visited.
