Holland America Line Cruises & Deals
Discover Holland America Line cruises from New Zealand with Cruise Deals NZ. Compare Holland America cruise deals, ships, itineraries and fares for cruises departing from Auckland & Sydney, as well as voyages in New Zealand, Australia, the South Pacific, Alaska, Asia and Europe
Holland America is known for spacious staterooms, classic cruising, attentive service, destination focused itineraries and live music. It is a popular choice for couples, solo travellers, multi generational families and cruisers who prefer a more relaxed onboard experience.
Browse current Holland America cruise deals in NZD, compare cabins and itineraries, or speak with our New Zealand cruise specialists for advice on choosing the right Holland America cruise.
Holland America Line at a Glance!
Best for: couples, Multi-Gen, solo travellers and guests who enjoy classic cruising
Cruise style: Traditional Cruising
Ships: 11 ships across the current fleet
Spacious Rooms: Holland America offer spacious rooms, perfect for longer voyages
Strong NZ options: Australia, New Zealand, South Pacific, Asia & Alaska
Popular NZ departure options: Auckland and Sydney itineraries
Solo cruising: dedicated Single Rooms on selected ships
Popular Fare option: Have it All Fare - bundles drinks, Wi-Fi, specialty dining vouchers & shore excursion credits
Premium option: Suites available on all ships
Alaska just got even more delicious!
Book a 2027 Holland America Alaska Cruisetour and your Cruisetour Dining Package is included with the Have It All Early Booking Bonus! Enjoy breakfasts, dinners, lunch aboard the iconic McKinley Explorer® and more, so you can spend less time planning meals and more time soaking up Alaska's incredible scenery. 🏔️🚂
Sale ends 2-Nov-2026
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Why Choose Holland America Line?
Classic Style
Holland America are made for cruisers who love the traditional style of cruising. Elegant ships, old-school service and a relaxed onboard vibe make these cruises feel timeless in all the right ways.
Couple at dinner
Stretch Out
Holland America are famous for their roomy staterooms, making them perfect for longer cruises. More wardrobe space, bigger bathrooms and no living out of a suitcase for two weeks.
Verandah Stateroom on Koningsdam
Auckland Sailings
Holland America are a great pick for Kiwi cruisers with local departures from Auckland over summer. It’s an easy way to explore New Zealand, Australia and the South Pacific without needing to fly halfway around the world.
Noordam in Milford Sound
Noordam Is Back
Noordam returns for Summer 2026/27 with plenty of local sailings to choose from. From tropical South Pacific islands to New Zealand favourites, she’s a great option for cruisers who love a more classic ship experience.
Noordam in Sydney Harbour
Alaska Pros
If Alaska is on your bucket list, Holland America are one of the best in the business. They’ve got their own lodges, cruise trains and land touring options, so it’s easy to see more than just the coastline.
Westerdam at Hubbard Glacier
Cruisetour Magic
Their Alaska Cruisetours are perfect if you want to do it all. Cruise past glaciers, hop on a train through the wilderness and stay in beautiful lodges without having to organise a thing yourself.
Father and son toasting smores Denali
What's included?
Holland America offers a refined onboard experience with great dining, live music and destination-focused enrichment, plus casual favourites like burgers, pizza and afternoon tea.
Accommodation
Accommodation includes Inside, Oceanview, Verandah and Suite options, all designed with comfort, space and thoughtful touches for a relaxing stay at sea.
Main Meals
Main meals in the dining room, buffet and selected casual venues plus 24-hour room service
Beverages
Tea, coffee, milk, juice and water from selected venues
Entertainment
Entertainment including live music, theatre shows and enrichment programmes
Activities
Access to pools, hot tubs, fitness centre, sports courts, kids & teen clubs
Holland America Navigator App
Easily view daily schedules, book activities, check dining options, and stay connected with everything happening on your cruise.
Who do Holland America Cruises suit?
Couples: A relaxed, sophisticated atmosphere with excellent dining and spacious accommodation.
Solo traveller: Dedicated single rooms on some ships plus a welcoming environment onboard
Food & Music Lovers: Strong dining options and live music are major parts of the onboard experience
Alaska travellers: Holland America has decades of Alaska experience and extensive cruise tour options
Kiwi Cruisers: Local Auckland sailings make selected itineraries particularly convenient for NZ travellers
Holland America Cruises that other Kiwis have booked recently
Which Holland America cabin should I choose?
Interior (No Window) - Best for the budget-conscious traveller. Main benefit, Lowest price
Oceanview - Best for travellers wanting natural light. Main benefit, Window/View
Veranda - Ideal for scenic itineraries. Main benefit, private outdoor space
Suites - Best for Premium travellers. Main benefit. More space and additional benefits.
Holland America Cruises from or to Auckland
Holland America Ships spend their summers down under which offers a great opportunity to experience these classic ships. Fantastic live music on board, great service and spacious rooms make them a Kiwi favourite.
Cruise from Auckland without the longhaul flight. Holland America returns to New Zealand for the 2026/27 summer season, with Noordam offering itineraries from Auckland around New Zealand, Australia and the South Pacific. Book Early for summer 2027/28 when Westerdam returns to cruise the local season from Auckland.
Popular Holland America Destinations
Our Cruise Specialists advise New Zealand travellers enjoy the extended cruises with Holland America which offer a fantastic opportunity to explore more and travel longer. Choose one of our select sailings for additional onboard perks.
FAQ and Tips from our Cruise Specialists
Holland America ships all use US dollars, regardless of where you are cruising in the world
Holland America operates a cashless society onboard, with purchases generally charged to your onboard account.
NZ traveller tip: Your cruise fare may be displayed in NZD by Cruise Deals NZ, but onboard spending is in USD.
You can book a Have-it-All Fare that includes a drinks package, or you can pre-purchase drinks packages after booking in the Holland America app
Tips are not included onboard Holland America, you should allow approx US$18pp per day or US$20pp per day for suites, payable onboard
You can book a Have-it-All-Fare that includes a Wi-Fi Paclage or you can pre-purchase Wi-Fi packages after booking in the Holland America app
Some Holland America promotional fares will offer a guarantee grade room. This allows you to choose the type of room you would like i.e Interior or Balcony etc but you cannot choose the location or room number. Holland America will choose your room and advise you on departure. Note this can be anywhere on the ship and if booking an Oceanview or Balcony it could have an obstructed view. Special requests are not accepted on these rooms
Tip! This type of room is not suitable if you want to guarantee a room close to other friends or family members onboard, or if you have accessible requirements
Yes, Cruise Deals NZ offer all Holland America cruises and display our prices in New Zealand’s dollars. We also offer exclusive group rates offering fantastic savings.
Yes, you can use our online package engine to add flights to your Holland America cruise, or talk to our cruise specialists on Freephone 0800 99 44 88
“Have it All” bundles some of Holland America’s most popular extras into one package. Includes: Drinks, wi-fi, up to 3 specialty dining vouchers and up to US$300 shore excursion credit, depending on the length of your cruise.
Why Book with Cruise Deals?
NZD pricing: We’ll quote your Holland America cruise in New Zealand dollars. Cruise specialists: Our team can help you compare itineraries, ships and cabin options.
Personal advice: Not sure which Holland America cruise is right for you? Ask our team.
Fly & cruise options: We can help you look at flights and other travel arrangements around your cruise.
Cruise deals & offers: We’ll check the latest available fares and promotions for your sailing.
Important Tips for Online Booking
You can book online 24/7 on our secure web site. If you prefer to talk to a cruise specialist call us on Freephone 0800 99 44 88
All our cruise prices are updated regularly, note that Cruise availability can change quickly.. To check live availability, select a cruise, enter number of guests and click search to display live pricing and current offers.
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