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Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ 'Boudicca' to commence 2017/18 cruise season from Liverpool

Fred. Olsen’s 880-guest 'Boudicca' is set to return to Liverpool’s iconic Pier Head Cruise Terminal on 9th June 2017, with an action-packed 26-night ‘Bermuda & the America’s Cup’ cruise, where guests can enjoy all the excitement of the 35th America’s Cup in Hamilton, Bermuda. 'Boudicca' will be setting sail on a total of 10 unique adventures from Liverpool in 2017/18, from June to September.

Fred. Olsen’s 'Black Watch' to commence 2017/18 cruise season from Dover

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines will be commencing its 2017/18 cruise season from Dover on 4th June 2017, with a sold-out seven-night ‘Phenomenal Fjords of Norway’ itinerary, aboard its elegant 804-guest 'Black Watch'. In total, the ship will be offering six unique, great-value holidays up to August 2017.

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ flagship 'Balmoral' commences second cruise season from Newcastle

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ flagship 'Balmoral' commences second cruise season from Newcastle

Fred. Olsen’s flagship 'Balmoral' will be commencing her second cruise season from the Port of Tyne, Newcastle, with a sell-out five-night ‘Norwegian Fjords’ sailing on 25th May 2017. The 1,350-guest ship will be setting sail on a total of 13 voyages from Newcastle in 2017 – an increase on the 11 offered in 2016 – to destinations including Norway, Iceland, Spain, Germany and the Baltic.

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines ventures into new 'European River Cruising' on 'Brabant' in 2018

​Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has today [Wednesday 17th May 2017] announced the launch of its new dedicated cruise programme by river boat, unveiled in its new ‘European River Cruising by Fred. Olsen' brochure. Fred. Olsen is now offering European river cruise holidays, between 5th April and 3rd November 2018, on board 156-guest river boat, 'Brabant', to go on general sale from 26th May 2017.

​Choose from a trio of Caribbean cruises with Fred. Olsen in Autumn and Winter 2017

​Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is offering guests a trio of Caribbean cruises in Autumn and Winter 2017, aboard its popular 'Braemar' and 'Balmoral' ships. Guests can choose from a 32-night ‘Caribbean Discovery’ sailing in October, or a 16-night ‘Voyage to the Caribbean’ fly-cruise and 14-night ‘Caribbean Christmas & New Year’ fly-cruise in December.

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Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines

At the heart of the Fred. Olsen experience is our exceptional crew, whose warm and attentive service is a hallmark of our cruises. Each team member goes above and beyond to offer personalised attention, forging genuine connections with guests to create truly memorable journeys.

Our smaller ships contribute to this friendly atmosphere, with their intimate size allowing for a relaxed yet engaging experience on board. You can enjoy a variety of curated activities, from regional cooking demonstrations to stargazing sessions, each designed to enhance your enjoyment and deepen your understanding of the destinations we visit.

And when it comes to our itineraries, our team of Journey Planners meticulously crafts each cruise, ensuring that we sail the most imaginative routes and visit the world’s most incredible destinations at the best possible times to experience them. Whether witnessing the Northern Lights or exploring hidden fjords, our expertly designed itineraries promise unforgettable adventures.

Join us on a Fred. Olsen cruise, where you’ll discover the warmth of a family at sea and the legacy of 175 years of sailing heritage.

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines

Fred. Olsen House, White House Road
IP1 5LL Ipswich, Suffolk
United Kingdom