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Discovering Normandy & the Channel Islands

Fantastic reduced single supplement deals available on selected grades, these will either be on our Freedom or Saver Fares. T&Cs apply*.

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Sample a taste of the Fred. Olsen experience on this five-night sailing over the summer Bank Holiday weekend, visiting destinations chosen for their scenic landscapes, island life and local produce. The benefits of the Isles of Scillys' sub-tropical microclimate can be enjoyed at the wonderful Tresco Abbey Gardens, while a visit to Honfleur is perfect for sampling local camembert and calvados. The Channel Islands were the only part of the British Isles under German control during World War II; stopping in picturesque St Peter Port offers the chance to uncover this fascinating history on Guernsey. Afterwards, Borealis will take you on a Scenic Discovery among the Channel Islands, rounding off your getaway in style.

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Scenic Southern isles of the UK

Known for their beautiful landscapes and biodiversity, the Isles of Scilly have a sub-tropical microclimate, making them popular with nature enthusiasts, which can be enjoyed at Tresco Abbey Gardens. As you sail past the isles of Brecqhou, Sark and Alderney, you’ll be accompanied by scenic commentary from our on board team. Guernsey has a unique combination of British and French cultures and traditions, including holding festivals to celebrate the island’s produce. Join us on a personal tour to explore the island by Land Rover, taking you on a journey around the island's scenic lanes and surroundings.

Island Way of Life

The islands visited on this cruise have an overriding sense of community within them, as residents come together throughout their daily lives. You’ll be joined on this cruise by Katie and Anthony Court, who will speak about their way of life in Guernsey, where they enjoy hiking, sea swimming and being active Rotarians within their local community. Take the opportunity to explore nature, cycling or kayaking along the coastlines, or discovering the beautiful Tresco Abbey Gardens with a garden guide; and be sure to sample local ice cream in Guernsey, made from the world famous cow's milk produced here.

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Introducing borealis.

Sister ship to Bolette , Borealis is perfectly suited for enjoying scenic cruising of the world's lesser-known waterways. From cruising past remarkable landscapes and historical sites to capturing the beauty of the natural world. 

Sister-ship to Bolette , Borealis is perfectly suited for taking guests on a journey around the globe, enabling more exploration in more exciting ports. Her smaller size, spacious public areas, open deck spaces and impressive array of restaurants make her perfect for longer voyages, and shorter journeys alike.

Sample Shore Tours

At each port of call on your cruise, we carefully research and hand pick Shore Tour options for you, designed for you see as many of the world's best destinations as possible.

Below, you will find some sample Shore Tours which will give you an example of what to expect on your cruise. Your Shore Tours will be available to book approximately 8-13 weeks prior to departure via your My Cruises account.

Tresco Abbey Gardens

Explore the sub-tropical botanical paradise of Tresco Abbey Garden home to an impressive collection of 20,000 plant species, some heralding from as far as New Zealand. As you explore this ‘Perennial Kew’, keep your eyes peeled for red squirrels darting about in amongst the trees.

St. Mary's

Wildlife Sea Safari Trip

Embark on a wildlife cruise around the Scilly Isles, exploring the rugged edges of the Eastern Isles, home to Atlantic grey seals and seabirds like gannets and puffins. Cruise past Annet and the Western Rocks, spotting shipwrecks and seals, and sail past Norrard Rocks and Men-A-Vaur, abundant with seabirds and seals.

Delightful St. Mary's Garrison Walk

Embark on a walk around the Garrison, admiring Elizabethan defences and the Star Castle Hotel. Enjoy stunning views of the outer islands and Bishop Rock Lighthouse. Explore Hugh Town, learning about its rich history and impressive coastal defence system, as well as gaining insight into local wildlife and island life.

Castle Cornet & Town Walk

Embark on a guided walking tour of St. Peter Port to Castle Cornet. Explore the castle nd it’s beautiful grounds whilst learning all about its history.

St. Peter Port

Guernsey Coast Cycle Tour

Cycle from Perelle through the Catioroc folklore area, passing Trepied Dolmen. Continue through Shingle Banks, Lihou Island, and Colin Best Nature Reserve to L’Eree Bay's beaches. Enjoy views of Hanois Lighthouse and Fort Grey before returning via 'Ruette tranquilles'.

Scenic Guernsey & Cider Farm

Visit Rocquette Cider Farm for a guided tour of the orchard to learn the cider process. Feed the rainbow trout in their dam, before sampling cider and fruit liqueurs along with a selection of nibbles.

British D-Day History

Explore the historical significance of D-Day on this tour, starting with the D-Day Museum in Arromanches. Discover the Allied forces' monumental efforts and sacrifices during World War II and photograph the remains of the floating harbor. Visit the replica of Pegasus Bridge at Benouville and conclude at the British Cemetery of Ranville, honoring over 2,500 graves, including 2,152 British soldiers.

Your Guest Speakers

We’ve arranged for some wonderful guest speakers to join us for this cruise. They will be delivering a programme of insightful talks and activities to deepen your cultural, artistic and historical understanding of the destinations we will be exploring, well as helping you to enjoy the natural beauty of the places we visit.

Anthony Court

Anthony moved to Guernsey in 2011 with his wife and is a Civil Servant in the States of Guernsey. He will be joining us alongside his wife, Katie, to provide an insight into the culture and local way of life of the places we will be visiting.

Dr. Julie Ackroyd FHEA

As we explore France and the Channel Islands together, Historian Dr. Julie Ackroyd will be joining us on board to discuss the Scilly Isles’ history of being the country's southern defence and the Norman conquest in Honfleur.

Katie Court

Katie was born and raised in Guernsey, and will be joining us along with her husband Anthony to provide an insight into the culture and local way of life of the islands we will be visiting.

Treats & Pastimes

In addition to our Signature Experiences, we have a selection of lovely Treats & Pastimes for you to enjoy when on board. Just check your Daily Times each day for full details.

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Cabin Options On Your Cruise

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Balcony Junior Suite (BJ)

Borealis ' Balcony Junior Suites have a private balcony and sitting/bedroom area.

Balcony Junior Suite Wheelchair Adapted (BJD)

Borealis ' Balcony Junior Adapted Suites have a balcony and sitting/bedroom area.

Balcony Suite (BS)

Located on decks 6 & 7, Borealis ' Balcony Suites have a private balcony.

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Premier Suite (PS)

Borealis ' Premier Suites are located on Deck 7, and have a private balcony.

Premier Suite Wheelchair Adapted (PSD)

Borealis ' Premier Adapted Suites are spacious and stylish, and located on deck 7.

Olsen Suite (OW)

The Olsen Suite is the largest suite on Borealis , with a private balcony and sitting area.

Terrace Cabin (TC)

Borealis ' Terrace Cabins offer access to the Promenade Deck via sliding doors.

Terrace Adapted Cabin (TCD)

Borealis ' Terrace Adapted Cabins offer access to the Promenade Deck via sliding doors.

Ocean View (F)

Borealis ' F Grade Ocean View cabins have two portholes and are on decks 1 & 2.

Ocean View Wheelchair Adapted Cabin (FD)

Located forward & aft on Deck 1, Borealis ' FD Grade Ocean View Adapted cabins have portholes.

Ocean View (D)

Situated on Decks 1 & 2, D Grade Ocean View cabins have a picture window.

Ocean View (E)

Situated on Decks 1 & 2, E Grade Ocean View cabins have a picture window.

Superior Ocean Fully Obstructed View (CO)

CO Grade Superior Ocean View cabins have a fully obstructed picture view window.

Superior Ocean View (B)

B Grade Superior Ocean View cabins on Borealis are situated on deck 3.

Superior Ocean View Wheelchair Adapted Cabin (BD)

BD Grade Superior Ocean View Adapted cabins are on decks 6 and 3, with a picture window.

Superior Ocean View (C)

Borealis ' C Grade Superior Ocean View cabins have a picture window.

Interior Cabin (H)

H Grade Interior cabins on Borealis are located on decks 1 & 2.

Interior Cabin (I)

Located on decks 1, 2 & 3, I Grade Interior cabins on Borealis have a bathroom with shower.

Superior Interior Cabin (G)

G Grade Superior Interior cabins on Borealis are on decks 3 & 6.

Single Interior Cabin (N)

Borealis ' N Grade Single Interior cabins are situated on decks 1 & 2.

Single Superior Interior Cabin (M)

M Grade Single Superior Interior cabins on Borealis are on deck 7.

Single Ocean View (K)

Borealis ' K Grade Single Ocean View cabins have large picture windows.

Single Balcony Suite (JB)

Borealis ' Single Balcony Suites, located on deck 6, have a private balcony.

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Solo traveller offer available   saver fare freedom fare, what's included, so much already included.

As well as our Signature Experiences, there are a host of other treats to enjoy on board our ships.

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• À la carte breakfast, lunch & dinner
• Daily buffet dining options
• Late night Supper Club
• Afternoon tea
• Self-service tea & coffee
• In-cabin dining & snacks
• Evening shows
• Live music & dancing
• Dance classes
• Lectures & talks
• Cookery demonstrations
• Traditional deck games
• Daily games & quizzes

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• Swimming Pools
• Fitness Centre
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Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines Unveils New 2025/26 Programme With Chance To Win £1,000 Cruise Voucher (5th March, 2024)

Published by andy parrett on 6 march 2024 6 march 2024.

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has unveiled its brand new cruise programme for 2025/26, featuring a host of specially-timed sailings where guests can embrace the local way of life, seek out native wildlife and witness spectacular natural wonders.

The programme offers sailings from Southampton, Portsmouth, Dover, Liverpool, Newcastle and Rosyth, and has been carefully curated to ensure guests are visiting at the very best time of year.

Chances to experience local events such as the Rio Carnival or Europe’s biggest sea shanty festival are among the highlights.

To celebrate the launch, guests who book a cruise from the new 2025/26 Worldwide programme between 5th and 12th March 2024, have the chance to win up to £1,000 off a cruise of their choice.

Five runners up will also win a £200 voucher to use towards a future cruise booking. *

Destinations include the Mediterranean and North Africa, the Baltic, Arctic Norway, Iceland and Greenland, the British Isles and far-flung gems in the Caribbean, South America, Africa and Australia.

Martin Lister, Head of Itinerary Planning and Destination Experiences at Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, said:

“This has been a phenomenal programme for our team of Journey Planners to curate, as it will see our fleet of smaller-sized ships visit all seven continents of the world.

“Guests who join us on board in 2025 and 2026 can expect to see some breathtaking scenery including eye-catching fjord mountains, dramatic coastlines, icebergs, remote islands and beautiful bays.

“They can visit captivating cities, fairytale castles and charming old towns packed with ornate and striking architecture and experience natural phenomena such as the Northern Lights, the Midnight Sun, stunning sunsets and flowers in bloom at the very best time to see them.

“Some of the highlights include chances to visit the beautiful Norwegian Fjords in the spring, when the waterfalls are at their strongest; to see fields of lavender and sunflowers in bloom in the French Riviera and enjoy a world cruise discovering idyllic islands and cities rich in culture.”

Guests can also look forward to a host of specially-curated activities on board, from chances to join an astronomer for stargazing on deck; to spot marine wildlife with conservation charity ORCA, or sample authentic flavours from the destinations they will visit.

Those making a booking can also take advantage of dedicated launch offers, with up to £20 per person per night to spend on board on selected five to 13-night cruises; the choice of up to £20 credit per person per night or free door-to-door transfers within up to 200 mainland miles from the port on sailings of 14 to 28 nights. There are also a series of dedicated offers for solo travellers.

Highlights of the 2025/26 cruise programme include:

Balmoral ’s 10-night L2512 ‘Scenic Scottish Isles and the West Country’ cruise, departing from Rosyth on 7th June 2025. Prices start from £1,649 per person.

•              Enjoy scenic cruising of Scottish islands such as Fingal’s Cave

•              Experience the foot-tapping Falmouth Sea Shanty Festival

•              Visit the Gardens of Heligan or Eden Project

Itinerary: Rosyth, Scotland – Cruising by Duncansby Stacks, Scotland – Cruising by The Needle, Scotland – Cruising by Old Man of Hoy, Scotland – Lerwick, Scotland – Cruising by the Small Isles, Scotland – Cruising by Dutchman’s Cap (Bac Mor), Scotland – Cruising by Fingal’s Cave, Scotland – St Mary’s, Isles of Scilly – Falmouth, England – Dartmouth, England – Portsmouth, England – Rosyth, Scotland

For more details: Visit L2512 ‘Scenic Scottish Isles and the West Country’

Balmoral’s 10-night L2513 ‘Norway’s Arctic Islands and Mountainous Vistas’ cruise, departing from Rosyth on 17th June 2025. Prices start from £1,599 per person.

•              Explore Arctic Norway in the summertime

•              Witness the Midnight Sun and see Torghatten

•              Travel along the iconic Atlantic Ocean Road

Itinerary: Rosyth, Scotland – Crossing the Arctic Circle, Norway – Cruising by Reine, Lofoten, Norway – Leknes, Norway – Svolvær, Norway – Cruising Tjeldsundet Strait, Norway – Tromsø, Norway – Sortland, Vesteralen, Norway – Cruising by Seven Sisters Mountain Range, Norway – Cruising by Torghatten, Norway – Kristiansund, Norway – Rosyth, Scotland

For more details: Visit L2513 ‘Norway’s Arctic Islands and Mountainous Vistas’

Bolette ’s 16-night T2514 ‘Discovering the Colourful French Riviera’ cruise, departing from Liverpool on 23rd June 2025. Prices start from £2,599 per person.

•              Visit Provence when lavenders and sunflowers are in bloom

•              Enjoy scenic cruising past Cap de Formentor at sunset

•              Experience life in Provence, such as watching locals play pétanque

Itinerary: Liverpool, UK – Gibraltar, Gibraltar – Cruising by Cap de Formentor, Mallorca, Spain – Port-Vendres, France – Marseille, France – Villefranche, France – Toulon, France – Palamos, Spain – Cadiz, Spain – Liverpool, UK

For more details: Visit T2514 ‘Discovering the Colourful French Riviera’

Borealis ’ 12-night S2519 ‘Whales, Waterfalls and Geysers of Iceland’ cruise, departing from Dover on 17th July 2025. Prices start from £1,899 per person.

•              Witness the splendour of Iceland’s volcanic landscapes

•              See puffins before they head south for the winter

•              Discover how Iceland turns its natural power into energy

Itinerary: Dover, UK – Cruising by Norðfjarðarhorn and Gerpir, Iceland – Cruising by Borgarfjörður Eystri, Iceland – Akureyri, Iceland – Cruising Eyjafjörður, Iceland – Ísafjörður, Iceland – Reykjavík, Iceland – Heimaey, Iceland – Cruising by Elliðaey Island, Iceland – Cruising by Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, Iceland – Tórshavn, Faroe Islands – Cruising by the Old Man of Hoy, Scotland – Cruising by the Needle, Scotland – Cruising Pentland Firth, Scotland – Cruising by Duncansby sea stacks, Scotland – Dover, UK

For more details: Visit S2519 ‘Whales, Waterfalls and Geysers of Iceland’

 Balmoral’s 57-night L2523 ‘Mediterranean Grand Voyage’ cruise, departing from Southampton on 17th September 2025. Prices start from £6,999 per person.

•              Explore iconic Mediterranean sights in Barcelona, Seville and Istanbul

•              Immerse yourself in traditional Dalmatian customs

•              Sample delicious olives, moussaka, paella, tapas and pasta

Itinerary: Southampton, UK – La Coruña, Spain – Cádiz, Spain – Ibiza, Spain – Cruising by Cape Bernat, Ibiza, Spain – Barcelona, Spain – Valencia, Spain (two-night stay) – Cruising by Cape Bernat, Ibiza, Spain – Mahon, Menorca, Spain – Propriano, Corsica, France – La Spezia (for Cinque Terre), Italy – Salerno, Italy – Cruising the Amalfi Coast, Italy – Naples, Italy – Sorrento, Italy – Civitavecchia (for Rome), Italy (two-night stay) – Cruising by Stromboli, Italy – Cruising the Strait of Messina, Italy – Cruising Bay of Kotor, Montenegro – Kotor, Montenegro – Koper, Slovenia – Cruising St Anthony Channel, Croatia – Šibenik, Croatia – Split, Croatia – Cruising by Mount Biokovo, Makarska Riviera, Croatia – Dubrovnik, Croatia (overnight stay) – Argostoli, Kefalonia, Greece – Cruising Zakynthos Coastline, Greece – Kalamata, Greece – Piraeus (for Athens), Greece – Thira, Santorini, Greece – Rhodes, Greece (two-night stay) – Bodrum, Turkey – Kusadasi, Turkey – Istanbul, Turkey – Valletta, Malta – Malaga, Spain (two-night stay) – Gibraltar, Gibraltar – Cruising by Belem Tower, Portugal – Cruising by Monument to the Discoveries, Portugal – Cruising by Christ the King statue, Portugal – Cruising under Abril 25 Bridge, Portugal – Lisbon, Portugal (overnight stay) – Southampton, UK

For more details: Visit L2523 ‘Mediterranean Grand Voyage’

Borealis’ 14-night S2532 ‘Fairytale Castles and Old Towns of the Baltic’ cruise, departing from Portsmouth on 8th December 2025. Prices start from £1,699 per person.

•              Discover the magic of the Baltic’s extraordinary landmarks

•              Browse around enchanting Baltic Christmas Markets

•              Experience local festive food and drink

Itinerary: Portsmouth, UK – Warnemünde, Germany – Tallinn, Estonia (overnight stay) – Helsinki, Finland – Turku, Finland – Riga, Latvia – Copenhagen, Denmark – Portsmouth, UK

For more details: Visit S2532 ‘Fairytale Castles and Old Towns of the Baltic’

Balmoral’s seven-night L2610 ‘Mountains and Fjords of Norway’ cruise, departing from Newcastle on 16th April 2026. Prices start from £1,199 per person.

•              Enjoy a ride on the Loen Skylift or Rauma Railway for outstanding views

•              Experience a special diversion along Eresfjord aboard Balmoral

•              Immerse yourself in friluftsliv and embrace outdoor activities

 Itinerary: Newcastle, UK – Skjolden, Norway – Cruising Lustrafjord, Norway – Cruising Sognefjord, Norway – Olden, Norway – Cruising Nordfjord and Innvikfjord, Norway – Åndalsnes, Norway – Cruising Romsdalsfjord, Norway – Cruising Langfjord and Eresfjord, Norway – Ålesund, Norway – Newcastle, UK

For more details: Visit L2610 ‘Mountains and Fjords of Norway’

For further information on Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ 2025/26 sailings, visit www.fredolsencruises.com/new-cruise-programme

Book online or call Reservations on 0800 0355 242 (Monday to Friday 8.30am to 6pm, Saturday 9am to 5pm, Sunday 10am to 4pm), or contact your ABTA travel agent.

*Terms and Conditions

Competition applicable to new bookings made on any cruise from Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ new 2025/26 Worldwide programme between 5th and 12th March 2024. The prizes will be drawn on 19th March 2024, and the prize winners will be notified via email.

One winner will win £1,000 off their next cruise booking, and five runner-up winners will win £200 off their next cruise booking – all prizes will be in the form of a future cruise voucher, which is valid from 12 months from the date of issue.

The future cruise voucher is to be used against a new booking in the same lead name as issued. No cash alternative will be given. The future cruise voucher is non-transferrable.

Source: Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines

Images: © Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines 2024.

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Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines Launches Summer 2024 Sale

• May 11, 2024

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines announced its new Summer Sale offering savings on selected 2024 cruises.

The Summer Sale offers savings on 40 voyages sailing between July and December 2024, as well as the chance to add a drinks package for just £20 per person per night on selected cruises. The offer is valid for new bookings made by June 26.

Solo travelers can also take advantage of other promotions, including 0 percent single supplements on selected cabin grades and sailings.

Clare Ward, director of product and customer service at Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, said: “There  is now more value than ever in choosing a cruise as your next getaway.

“While general holiday prices are increasing, cruising with Fred. Olsen offers a wide range of features in one package – comfortable accommodation, delicious food, captivating entertainment and expertly crafted itineraries – with all the little details taken care of.

“When you cruise with us, you’ll enjoy a warm and friendly atmosphere and the feeling of being on a real ship, close to the sea.

“We carefully craft our on-board experience, just as we take great care when designing our itineraries to ensure they visit beautiful, interesting destinations at the best times of the year and include the most imaginative, scenic sailing routes, some of which are only accessible on smaller ships.”

Highlights of Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ Summer Sale include:

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• Balmoral’s 10-night In Search of the Northern Lights cruise, departing from Newcastle on October 10, 2024. 

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Hop aboard an eco-friendly Sanctuary Cruise for the premier whale watching adventure on the Monterey Bay! Aboard the bio-diesel powered Sanctuary, marine biologists provide in-depth and engaging marine wildlife insights. The waters right outside our harbor are dubbed the “Moss Landing Whale Park” for good reason – the deep canyon waters close to shore are teeming with marine life: feeding whales, dolphins, orcas, sea otters, sea lions and birds year-round.

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The boat is cozy but it's all you need! It's close to the water so when the whales come up, you SEE them up close and personal. Chase Dekker and Jackson are the best combo around. Chase is the best naturalist/photographer around and Jackson is the best captain. I have been on 2, almost 3 Photography centric cruises and whale watching several times and every single time was memorable!!

The variety of marine life you can encounter in the Monterey Bay is exceptional. I've been fortunate to witness humpbacks, orcas, dolphins, gray whales, and more. Each trip is a new adventure, I highly recommend going out multiple times in a season to see it all. Don't miss out – book your tour with them today!

I have been on this boat multiple times, and it has been wonderful every time. I think the thing to remember is you are looking for animals. You're not guaranteed to see them every time, but I have been fortunate enough to. This cruise was a better experience for me than any of the others I have gone on, in other parts of California. If you would like to see humpback whales, this is the place to go. The crew is knowledgeable and experienced.

So awesome that this sustainable charter boat uses biodiesel! The captain and Brian (marine biologist) were so nice and accommodating and expert with their info and their ability to locate the best spots for finding marine wildlife.

We went on a cruise in early December. There weren't many other people that day so we had tons of space on the boat. Chase was great, shared tons of information about the wildlife we were seeing and the bay generally, he also answered many questions. Even before we got on the boat in the morning Chase and the boat captain had a plan for where to go based on what they'd heard from other boats. We spent a bunch of time with orcas (who came right up to the boat at one point) and then humpbacks.

Amazing day of whale watching. Saw lots of whale breaching and one whale fully out of the water. Lots of views of white dolphin, Casper, close by. Crew works hard to make sure you see ocean life and and knowledgeable about their behaviors.