Holland America Line’s 2026 Europe season is open for booking. Four ships will take guests to the Mediterranean, Northern Europe, the Canary Islands and trans-Atlantic cruises.
Oosterdam will traverse the Mediterranean on seven- to 14-day itineraries from five homeports: Lisbon, Portugal; Piraeus (Athens), Greece; Barcelona, Spain; Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy; and Trieste (Venice), Italy.
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Nieuw Statendam and Rotterdam return to homeport in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, and Nieuw Statendam will visit Dover, England, as well. Four new ports in 2026 include Aberdeen, Scotland; Kalundborg, Denmark; Odda, Norway; and Portsmouth, England.
“We’re excited to see both Nieuw Statendam and Rotterdam returning to homeport in our historic home. Aboard the two ships, guests can experience over 80 ports across 20 countries, as far west as the Canary Islands in Spain, and as far east as Finland and the Baltic States,” said Beth Bodensteiner, chief commercial officer., Holland America Line. “And for guests seeking a longer visit to see sites like Dover Castle, the famous White Cliffs or London, they can choose to embark in Dover on a dozen of Nieuw Statendam’s itineraries.”
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Six Celestial Cruises cover three eclipse cruises, two Northern Lights cruises and one summer solstice Arctic Circle crossing. In total, the Europe season includes 11 departure cities, 12 overnight ports and 19 late-evening departure cities. Canary Islands and trans-Atlantic cruises are also on offer.
Travelers can book the Have It All premium package on 2026 Europe cruises and enjoy shore excursions, specialty dining, an Elite Beverage Package, premium Surf Wi-Fi and crew appreciation included. Mariner Society loyalty members can enjoy a $400 onboard credit per stateroom. Book by Oct. 29.
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