From $2,371 CAD per person
Interior Category K · Double occupancy · Taxes and fees included · Gratuities extra
Ask about staterooms, the group and travel arrangements.
AUGUST 15–22, 2027 · SEVEN NIGHTS
Iceland and Scotland,with fellow knitters.
Bring your current project and join Julie Crawford of Knitted Bliss and Miranda Holmes of String Theory for a cruise from Rotterdam to Reykjavík. Explore the Scottish Highlands and Iceland’s coastal towns, with two days at sea to enjoy the ship and spend time with people who share your love of making.
YOUR DATESAugust 15–22, 2027
Seven nights aboard Rotterdam
YOUR ROUTERotterdam to Reykjavík
Scotland, Iceland and scenic fjord cruising
YOUR GROUPJulie & Miranda
Solo travellers and non-knitting companions welcome
Cruise fare excludes flights, transfers, gratuities and the separately priced project kit. Optional Amsterdam arrangements are additional and still to be confirmed.
WHERE WE’RE GOING
From the Scottish Highlands
to Iceland’s fjords.
Begin in Rotterdam, call at Invergordon in Scotland, then visit four Icelandic ports before your journey ends in Reykjavík.
AUGUST 17 · SCOTLAND
A day in the Highlands.
Invergordon is your port for Inverness and the Scottish Highlands. Choose how you would like to spend the day; shore excursions are booked separately.
AUGUST 19–22 · ICELAND
Four Icelandic ports.
Seyðisfjörður, Akureyri and Ísafjörður lead to Reykjavík, with scenic fjord cruising along the way.
YOUR SHIP · HOLLAND AMERICA LINE
Time aboard Rotterdam.
Unpack once for seven nights, with standard onboard dining, entertainment and facilities included in your cruise fare.
Explore the full itinerary
Rotterdam → Invergordon → Seyðisfjörður → Akureyri → Ísafjörður → Reykjavík
- 01
SUN · AUG 15
Rotterdam, the Netherlands
Embark aboard Rotterdam and settle into your stateroom. Departure time to be confirmed.
- 02
MON · AUG 16
A day at sea
Enjoy time aboard as you sail towards Scotland. Hosted program timings will be shared when finalized.
- 03
TUE · AUG 17
Invergordon, Scotland
Your port for Inverness and the Scottish Highlands. In port 7:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Shore excursions are extra.
- 04
WED · AUG 18
A day at sea
A second sea day to enjoy the ship, spend time on your own projects or relax.
- 05
THU · AUG 19
Seyðisfjörður, Iceland
In port 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., with scenic cruising through Seyðisfjörður.
- 06
FRI · AUG 20
Akureyri, Iceland
In port 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., with scenic cruising through Eyjafjörður.
- 07
SAT · AUG 21
Ísafjörður, Iceland
In port 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., with scenic cruising through Ísafjarðardjúp. A tender port; access depends on conditions and the cruise line’s arrangements.
- 08
SUN · AUG 22
Reykjavík, Iceland
Arrive at 7:00 a.m. and disembark. Ask Joanne or Jodi about flights home or extending your stay.
Port times and tender arrangements are supplied in the trip brief and remain subject to the cruise line’s final schedule. All times are local. Hosted activity timings will be shared when confirmed.
THE HOSTED EXPERIENCE
Your hosts & onboard experience
Julie Crawford
Julie designs knitting patterns and embroidery projects, specializing in embroidery on knitted fabrics. An experienced workshop instructor, she enjoys helping makers try new techniques and add personal touches to their knitting.
Miranda Holmes
String Theory
Miranda brings knitters together through retreats and travel. Her past adventures include the British Isles, Panama, Fern Resort and the PEI Fibre Festival.
Time to make, learn and connect
Welcome and group gatherings are planned alongside craft sessions with Julie and Miranda. An optional knitting and embroidery project is in development, with the kit sold separately. Project details and pricing are expected in January or February 2027.
The final hosted schedule, participation details and any additional activity costs will be confirmed.
Optional pre-cruise stay in Amsterdam
An optional Amsterdam stay and visit to Stephen & Penelope yarn shop are proposed. Hotel, transport, visit arrangements and pricing are still to be confirmed and would be additional to the cruise fare. Let Joanne or Jodi know if you are interested.
WHAT YOUR FARE COVERS
The cruise, with the details clear.
Included in the cruise fare
- Seven nights aboard Holland America’s Rotterdam
- Accommodation in your booked stateroom category
- The scheduled cruise itinerary and scenic cruising
- Standard onboard dining, subject to Holland America’s dining policies
- Standard onboard entertainment and facilities
- Taxes and fees in the quoted fares
Additional costs
- Airfare and airport transfers
- Gratuities
- The optional knitting and embroidery kit
- Any optional pre-cruise hotel, travel or yarn-shop visit
- Shore excursions and specialty restaurants
- Alcoholic beverages, premium coffees and specialty drinks
- Wi-Fi, spa treatments and salon services
- Travel insurance
STATEROOM OPTIONS
Choose your place aboard.
From fares in Canadian dollars, per person based on double occupancy. Taxes and fees are included. Gratuities and airfare are extra.
CATEGORY K
Interior
From$2,371CAD per person
CATEGORY E
Oceanview
From$2,990CAD per person
CATEGORY VD
Balcony
From$3,280CAD per person
Ask Joanne or Jodi about current stateroom availability, single-occupancy fares, deposits and cancellation terms. Final payment is scheduled for April 2027; the exact date will be confirmed with your booking details.
TICO #50026402 Prices are per person in CAD dollars. Based on double occupancy for the first and second passenger only. Specific stateroom categories are subject to availability at the time of booking. Airfare is not included. Contact your Vacation Consultant for full terms and conditions.
A FEW PRACTICAL QUESTIONS
Before you
pack your knitting.
Need help deciding whether this trip suits you? Joanne and Jodi can talk through the details.
Can I come on my own?
Yes. You do not need to know the hosts or anyone else in the group. Single-occupancy stateroom pricing is available on request, subject to availability and any applicable single supplement.
Can my partner or a friend join if they don’t knit?
Absolutely. Non-knitting partners, friends and family are welcome. They can enjoy the cruise and destinations while you spend time with fellow crafters. Participation in the craft activities is optional.
Do I need knitting or embroidery experience?
All skill levels are welcome in the group. The project details and any recommended skills will be shared when the program is finalized, so you can decide whether you would like to take part.
Are the knitting project and kit included?
The optional knitting and embroidery kit will be sold separately. Julie and Miranda’s project details, kit contents and pricing are expected in January or February 2027. The final hosted schedule and any other activity charges will be confirmed before participation.
Are flights, transfers and a pre-cruise hotel included?
No. Flights and airport transfers are not included. An optional pre-cruise stay in Amsterdam and visit to Stephen & Penelope are proposed, with arrangements and pricing still to be confirmed. These would be additional to the cruise fare. Joanne and Jodi can help with your travel arrangements.
How much free time will I have?
You can join in as much or as little as you like. Choose your own shore excursions, spend time with the group or enjoy the ship independently. The detailed hosted schedule will be shared once finalized.
What if I have mobility or accessibility needs?
Discuss your needs with Joanne or Jodi before booking so they can check suitable stateroom options and cruise-line requirements. Shore excursions may involve stairs, walking and uneven ground. Ísafjörður is listed as a tender port, where access can depend on conditions and individual needs.
KNIT, PURL, CRUISE · ICELAND 2027
Come for the cruise.
Bring your knitting along.
Tell us who you would like to travel with and which stateroom you have in mind. Joanne or Jodi can help with the group details, current fares and your travel plans.
Terms, conditions and restrictions apply; pricing, availability, and other details subject to change and/ or apply to US or Canadian residents. Please confirm details and booking information with your travel advisor.