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Limited-Time Offer: Weekend Savings on Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines' Remaining 2025 Sailings

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines invites guests to take advantage of special weekend offer, with savings up to £100 per person on all best available fares for remaining 2025 departures.

From Friday 31 October to Tuesday 4 November, the offer is valid across Fred. Olsen’s fleet – Bolette, Borealis and Balmoral – and includes a variety of inspiring itineraries.

Guests can set sail and save on cruises ranging from voyages in search of the Northern Lights, to festive sailings that explore Europe’s most charming Christmas markets, as well as relaxing winter escapes to the sun-soaked Canary Islands.

To benefit from the offer, guests must quote the reference ‘WEEKEND’ at the time of booking.

In addition to the weekend savings, special offers are also available for solo travellers on selected sailings, along with suite upgrade opportunities on a number of departures.

Doug Glenwright, Guest Experience Director at Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, said:
“We’re pleased to offer our guests some wonderful savings on our remaining sailings for 2025. With a host of inspiring itineraries still to choose from, it’s the perfect opportunity to book a last-minute escape from the usual holiday hustle and bustle this winter season.

“Whether it’s soaking up the sunshine in the Canaries, chasing the Northern Lights in Arctic Norway, or discovering the festive charm of Europe’s Christmas markets, there is an array of sailings that promise some unforgettable moments.”

Highlights of Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ 2025 weekend offer include:



Balmoral’s 14-night L2530 ‘In Search of the Northern Lights’ cruise, departing from Southampton on 13 November 2025. Prices start from £899 per person. Book by 4 November, to save £100 per person with promo code ‘WEEKEND’.

  • Enjoy scenic cruising past the Seven Sisters mountains
  • Discover the Arctic way of life with local Sámi people
  • Discover the extraordinary science behind the Northern Lights

Itinerary: Southampton, United Kingdom – Leknes, Norway – Alta, Norway – Tromsø, Norway – Narvik, Norway – Ålesund, Norway – Southampton, United Kingdom

For more details: Visit L2530 In Search of the Northern Lights

Balmoral’s 14-night L2532 ‘Canary Islands Festive Winter Warmth’ cruise, departing from Southampton on 2 December 2025. Prices start from £899 per person. Book by 4 November, to save £100 per person with promo code ‘WEEKEND’.

  • Soak up the festive sunshine in the sun-kissed Canary Islands
  • Explore Madeira’s lush gardens, or stroll along golden beaches
  • Experience traditional Fado music and sample Canarian dishes

Itinerary: Southampton, United Kingdom – Funchal, Portugal – Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands – San Sebastian de la Gomera, Canary Islands – Arrecife, Canary Islands – Lisbon, Portugal – Southampton, United Kingdom

For more details: Visit L2532 Canary Islands Festive Winter Warmth


Borealis’
14-night S2532 ‘Fairytale Baltic with Christmas Markets’ cruise, departing from Portsmouth on 8 December 2025.
Prices start from £899 per person. Book by 4 November, to save £100 per person with promo code ‘WEEKEND’.

  • Browse Christmas Markets in Germany, Latvia, Estonia, Finland and Denmark
  • Enjoy festive food and drink, like gingerbread and mulled wine
  • Explore the old towns and castles of the Baltic

Itinerary: Portsmouth, United Kingdom – Warnemünde, Germany – Riga, Latvia – Tallinn, Estonia – Helsinki, Finland – Copenhagen, Denmark – Portsmouth, United Kingdom

For more details: Visit S2532 Fairytale Baltic with Christmas Markets

Balmoral’s 6-night L2533 ‘Christmas Markets of France & Belgium’ cruise, departing from Southampton on 16 December 2025. Prices start from £599 per person. Book by 4 November, to save £50 per person with promo code ‘WEEKEND’.

  • Explore the colourful harbour area of Honfleur
  • Sample Normandy cuisine, like camembert and Calvados
  • Discover Vieux Bassin, famous for Monet and Boudin's paintings

Itinerary: Southampton, United Kingdom – Rouen, France – Antwerp, Belgium – Southampton, United Kingdom

For more details: Visit L2533 Christmas Markets of France & Belgium

For more details on the offer visit https://www.fredolsencruises.com/2025-cruises

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.

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