Cruise Round The UK From Newcastle With Fred. Olsen - A Volcanic-Ash-Free Holiday

There is no better way to see the best of the British coastline than from a ship – and a smaller cruise ship can reach little islands and picturesque ports inaccessible to larger vessels. A round Britain cruise involves no flying, so is not subject to problems from volcanic ash, strikes, or other annoying delays.

Fred. Olsen’s Boudicca, which carries only 856 passengers, sets sail from Newcastle (Port of Tyne) on 26th September for a glorious nine night autumn cruise (D1022). She heads south, visiting first Portland on the Dorset coast, then across to the Channel islands where she visits St Peter Port, the bustling port that is Guernsey’s capital. Great tax free shopping, as well as picturesque cobbled streets make this a delightful port of call. The cruise then takes a Celtic turn, with Milford Haven in Wales the next stop, followed by Dublin, one of the most vibrant and welcoming cities in Europe and home to the famous Irish “craic”. Travelling northwards up the east coast, Boudicca docks at Tobermory on the tiny Isle of Mull, with its pretty pastel coloured buildings, busy harbour and backdrop of rolling hills. The opportunities for spotting wildlife are wonderful, with otters, seals and dolphins frequent visitors to these waters.

A cruise of the Hebrides and northern cost of Scotland offers some stunning scenery, best enjoyed from the decks of the ship, until Boudicca reaches her last port – Invergordon – before travelling back to Newcastle.

Prices for this cruise start from just £726 per person based on two sharing an inside twin cabin. This represents excellent value for money, when you consider that it includes comfortable en-suite accommodation, all meals and entertainment on onboard as well as port taxes, and use of a whole host of great facilities including swimming pools, gym, lounges, library, card room and much more.

To find out more about Fred. Olsen’s Round Britain cruises, visit www.fredolsencruises.co.uk To book a cruise you can go online, call Reservations on 01473 742424 or see an ABTA travel agent.