Volendam
Holland America Line · R Class
Illustrative photography of a R Class ship. Not an official Holland America Line image.
One of the two smallest ships in the fleet, Volendam has a flower-themed interior and a loyal following among passengers who prefer a smaller ship.
- Class
- R Class
- Entered service
- 1999
- Guests
- 1,432
- Size
- approx. 61,200 gross tons
Onboard highlights
- Smaller ship access to secondary ports
- Classic two-level Rotterdam Dining Room
- Often used for long voyages and Grand Voyage segments
Where Volendam sails
Reviews of Volendam
Passenger reviews for Volendam are collected on our reviews page. If you have sailed her, your story helps the next traveler decide.
Volendam Frequently Asked Questions
- How big is Volendam?
- Volendam is a R Class ship of roughly approx. 61,200 gross tons, carrying about 1,432 guests at double occupancy. She entered service in 1999.
- Where does Volendam sail?
- Recent deployments have included Canada & New England, Caribbean, Northern Europe, World Cruise. Holland America Line rotates ships between seasons, so confirm the region on the specific sailing you are considering.
- Is Volendam a good ship for first-time cruisers?
- Holland America ships are mid-size and calmer than the biggest resort ships, with a generally older passenger mix, classic dining rooms and live music rather than water parks. Whether that suits you is exactly what the passenger reviews below are for.
- What do passengers complain about most on Volendam?
- Across the fleet the most common complaints are inconsistent dining, internet speed and cost, cabin maintenance, and charges that appear on the final bill. Read the reviews for this ship to see what recent passengers actually reported.