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Last chance to enjoy savings as end of Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ Cruise Sale approaches

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Last chance to enjoy savings as end of Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ Cruise Sale approaches

Travellers looking to plan their next holiday have until the end of February to take advantage of cruise offers starting from just £749 per person.

Guests who book with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines on or before 29th February can also enjoy a free drinks package or credit to spend on board on selected sailings throughout 2024 on its fleet of smaller-sized ships Bolette, Borealis and Balmoral.

The campaign features hand-crafted itineraries for journeys to the beautiful Norwegian fjords, scenic cruising in the Scottish isles with marine conservation charity ORCA, the volcanic islands and hidden gems of the Azores, to seek out the Northern Lights or enjoy a pre-Christmas break.

There are also solo traveller offers with cruises from £999 per person with opportunities to seek out the Perseid Meteor shower and enjoy a festive Spanish break among many others.

Clare Ward, Director of Product and Customer Service at Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, said:

“Our Cruise Sale offers guests opportunities to visit a host of destinations across the world at the very best time of year, while taking advantage of some great savings – whether you are a solo traveller or exploring with a companion.

“There are chances to seek out wildlife in its natural habitat, witness a natural phenomena or experience a cultural tradition or event. And, of course, everyone who joins us on board can enjoy the very best hospitality from our friendly crew for which we are renowned.”

Departures within Fred. Olsen’s Cruise Sale are available from Southampton, Liverpool, Newcastle, Rosyth, Portsmouth and Dover.

Highlights of the Cruise Sale include:

Balmoral’s five-night L2412 ‘Springtime Norwegian Fjords in Five Nights’ cruise departing from Newcastle on 3rdMay 2024. Prices start from £749 per person.

  • This five-night escape provides a taste of fjordland exploration
  • Explore Ålesund and climb Mount Aksla for panoramic views
  • Experience scenic cruising of Nordfjord, and a sunset sail by Hornelen

Itinerary: Newcastle, UK – Olden, Norway – Cruising Nordfjord and Innvikfjord, Norway – Cruising by Hornelen, Norway – Ålesund, Norway – Newcastle, UK

For more details: Visit L2412 'Springtime Norwegian Fjords in Five Nights'

Bolette’s five-night T2411 ‘Scenic Scottish Isles in Five Nights’ cruise departing from Liverpool on 25th May 2024. Prices start from £949 per person.

  • Discover the awe-inspiring scenery of the Hebrides
  • Join ORCA on deck to spot marine life
  • Discover seabird and marine life of the Scottish Isles

Itinerary: Liverpool, UK – Stornoway, Scotland – Portree Isle of Skye, Scotland – Cruising by the Small Isles, Scotland – Cruising by Dutchman’s Cap (Bac Mor), Scotland – Cruising by Fingal’s Cave, Scotland – Cruising by Iona, Scotland – Liverpool, UK

For more details: Visit T2411 ‘Scenic Scottish Isles in Five Nights’

Borealis’ 20-night S2412 ‘Cultural Adriatic Discovery’ cruise departing from Southampton on 30th May 2024. Prices start from £3,299 per person.

  • Marvel at waterfalls in Croatia’s Krka National Park
  • Cruise the fjord-like waters of the Bay of Kotor
  • Immerse yourself in the local way of life

Itinerary: Southampton, UK – Gibraltar, Gibraltar – Cruise by Rock of Gibraltar, Gibraltar – Valletta, Malta – Dubrovnik, Croatia – Split, Croatia – Kotor, Montenegro – Cruising Bay of Kotor, Montenegro – La Goulette, Tunisia – Cruising Cartegena Bay, Spain – Cartagena, Spain – Lisbon, Portugal – Cruising by Cristo Rei and Abril 25 Bridge, Portugal – Cruising Mouth of River Tagus, Belem Tower and Discovery Monument, Portugal – Southampton, UK

For more details: Visit S2412 ‘Cultural Adriatic Discovery'

Bolette’s 13-night T2416 ‘Volcanic Islands and Hidden Gems of Portugal’ cruise departing from Liverpool on 6th July 2024. Prices start from £1,699 per person.

  • · Discover the Sete Cidades crater lakes from Ponta Delgada
  • · Search for dolphins and whales from Bolette’s decks with ORCA
  • · Embrace Portuguese traditions and savour local cuisines

Itinerary: Liverpool, UK – Praia da Vitoria, Portugal – Ponta Delgada, Portugal – Cruising by Santa Maria, Portugal – Funchal, Madeira, Portugal – Cruising Mouth of River Tagus, Belém Tower and Discovery Monument, Portugal – Cruising by Cristo Rei and Abril 25 Bridge, Portugal – Lisbon, Portugal – Leixões, Portugal – Liverpool, UK

For more details: Visit T2416 ‘Volcanic Islands and Hidden Gems of Portugal’

Borealis’ 11-night S2415 ‘Whales and Volcanic Landscapes of Iceland’ cruise departing from Dover on 11th July 2024. Prices start from £1,499 per person.

  • See puffins before they migrate from Iceland
  • Join a tour to Vigur Island from Ísafjörður to spot puffins
  • See the awe-inspiring Strokkur Geyser and powerful Goðafoss Waterfall

Itinerary: Dover, UK – Cruise by Duncansby Stacks, Scotland – Cruising Pentland Firth, Scotland – Akureyri, Iceland – Cruising Eyjafjörður, Iceland – Cruising by Hrísey, Iceland – Ísafjörður, Iceland – Reykjavík, Iceland – Heimaey, Vestmannaeyjar, Iceland – Lerwick, Scotland – Dover, UK

For more details: Visit S2415 ‘Whales and Volcanic Landscapes of Iceland’

Balmoral’s 10-night L2431 ‘In Search of the Northern Lights’ cruise departing from Newcastle on 10th October 2024. Prices start from £1,399 per person.

  • Search for the Northern Lights from the decks of Balmoral in Alta
  • Enjoy a scenic discovery of the Seven Sisters mountain range
  • Spend time with a Sámi community to learn about local traditions

Itinerary: Newcastle, UK – Molde, Norway – Crossing the Arctic Circle, Norway – Cruising Tjeldsundet Strait, Norway – Alta, Norway (overnight stay) – Tromsø, Norway – Cruising Tjeldsundet Strait, Norway – Cruising Seven Sisters Mountain Range, Norway – Ålesund, Norway – Newcastle, UK

For more details: Visit L2431 ‘In Search of the Northern Lights'

Bolette’s nine-night T2428 ‘Festive Spanish Break’ cruise departing from Liverpool on 12th December 2024. Prices start from £999 per person.

  • Enjoy festive Spanish culture on this pre-Christmas break
  • Sample pintxos, Galician mussels and Asturian cider
  • See the Tower of Hercules from the decks of Bolette

Itinerary: Liverpool, UK – Vigo, Spain – Cruising by Tower of Hercules Lighthouse, Spain – La Coruña, Spain – Giron, Spain – Getxo (Bilbao), Spain – Liverpool, UK

For more details: Visit T2428 ‘Festive Spanish Break'

For further information on Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ offers, visit the website at www.fredolsencruises.com/cruise-deals/free-drinks
Book online, 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.

Contacts

Ellis Orchard

Ellis Orchard

Press contact Public Relations Manager Public Relations 07557672265
Georgina May

Georgina May

Press contact Public Relations Executive Public Relations

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.

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