by Sarah Kuta
Last updated: 11:10 AM ET, Wed October 15, 2025
Bookings are now open for Holland America Line’s 2027-2028 Asia season, featuring three new ports in Japan—Hitachinaka, Nagoya and Maizuru—and a new scenic cruising experience in Maizuru Bay.
Noordam will spend September 2027 to April 2028 sailing in the region, exploring ports across Japan, South Korea, China, Singapore, Thailand, the Philippines and Vietnam while sailing 15 different itineraries. Voyages range from 13 to 15 days and include overnight stays in six destinations: Halong Bay, Vietnam; Seoul, South Korea; Bangkok, Thailand; Manila, Philippines; Osaka, Japan; and Shanghai, China.
Many cruises depart from Tokyo, but cruises are also available from Singapore; Hong Kong, China; and Seattle, Washington.
Guests who book one of the 2027-28 Asia cruises with the Have It All premium package can enjoy the added perk of free prepaid crew appreciation, as well as free upgrades to the Elite Beverage Package and Premium Wi-Fi.
Members of Holland America Line’s Mariner Society loyalty program can also enjoy an early booking bonus that includes up to $400 in onboard credits per stateroom. Cruises must be booked by January 12, 2026, to take advantage of the promotion,
“Asia offers guests a wealth of natural wonders and remarkable cultural landmarks,” says Robert de Bruin, Holland America Line’s director of deployment and itinerary planning. “We know our guests are eager for deeper exploration, so this season we’ve added new ports, increased calls to lesser-visited destinations and provided extended stays in popular locales. These enhancements allow guests to make the most of their journey, fully delving into the culture of each destination.”
On the ship, travelers will be able to savor the flavors of Asia through Holland America Line’s Destination Dining program, which includes fare like Japanese rockfish and fresh sushi, Korean bibimbap with beef bulgogi, Thai mango sticky rice, Filipino chicken adobo, matcha lava cake, Indonesian coconut-filled pancakes and Vietnamese-style fresh spring rolls. Guests onboard Asia cruises can also enjoy two pop-ups while sailing: Taste of Tamarind and Morimoto by Sea.
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