Discover Hidden Paradises In The South Pacific And Hawaii On A Zaandam Cruise

Published on October 9, 2025

Zaandam has started an unforgettable part of Holland America Line’s Tales of the South Pacific cruise. From San Diego, this cruise is a 51-night, round-trip, and offers views of the South Pacific and Hawaii. It is the cruise line’s Legendary Voyages program and offers cultural exploration, beautiful landscapes, and busy cities. It is a trip to numerous beautiful islands.

The Zaandam cruise will travel to 23 places. This cruise will hit the more memorable and beautiful parts of the South Pacific. This portion of the cruise itinerary will include French Polynesia, Fiji, American Samoa, Tonga, Tahiti, and the Cook Islands. A memorable part of the cruise is the extended time in the beautiful island of Bora Bora. The cruise will also include stops in Honolulu and Papeete. Guests will have the opportunity to experience the beautiful island of Bora Bora, and Papeete will have an extended stay to experience the beautiful Tahiti culture.

Destinations and Cultural Experiences

Fiji, and its capital, Suva, are some of the most anticipated stops, and Suva has plenty of culture to enjoy. Passengers can see the city’s lively markets, visit the various museums, and explore the many gardens. Holland America Line also gives you the choice of other excursions, such as longboat rainforest tours and a historical visit that includes the Fiji Museum and Thurston Gardens.

Besides Suva, the Zaandam will also stop at other lovely locations in the South Pacific. Passengers will enjoy the tropical grandeur of other islands like Raiatea, Huahine, and Moorea. There are also stops in Fiji’s Lautoka and the Cook Islands’ Vava’u to round out the travel experience with a sample of the local islands, cultures, and landscapes.

A Long and Relaxing Voyage

This 51-night cruise is a part of the Legendary Voyages series and is designed for the truly exploratory passengers. Legendary Voyages offer longer cruise itineraries that range from 25 to 59 days to provide an immersive experience in one specific region of the world. Fewer and longer planned stops will allow passengers to move at a more leisurely pace for deeper exploration and enjoyment of each destination.

Holland America’s Legendary Voyages integrate the enriching cruise experience onboard with extended layover times at destinations. Guests sailing aboard the Zaandam will participate in special history and cultural programming focused on the areas visited. These activities will consist of themed parties, cultural events, and sailaway celebrations in the spirit of the South Pacific.

Amenities and Entertainment

Holland America Line’s Zaandam cruise ship will allocate time to programs and activities of the South Pacific focused on cultural presentations, performances, and storytelling. Activities and programs such as artistry, themed social events, and Polynesian parties will help guests learn and appreciate the South Pacific cultures.

Time and space will be at the guests’ disposal during the ship’s Pacific crossings. Activities abound for more active guests, while others can enjoy the relaxation of fine dining, a dip in the ship’s pools, or a spa treatment. The Zaandam sẽ slow cruise to enable guests to enjoy the many ways to relax while exploring.

Conclusion

The Zaandam will return to San Diego at the end of November, after 51 days at sea, ending its Tales of the South Pacific cruise. Those who want more adventure will find the ship about to board more cruises to Hawaii and the Mexican Riviera. The South Pacific cruise journey provides a great opportunity to see some of the planet’s most spectacular and remote vistas and regions without sacrificing the premium cruise experience on the Zaandam.

With the Zaandam over its quarter of a century of its 25 years of service, this will be Legendary for those who cruise for the 286 guests to be the first to board the Legendary voyage.