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Fred. Olsen Cruises from Southampton

Set sail on the adventure of a lifetime


Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is a family-owned favourite in the British cruise market offering guests a traditional cruising experience. For over 170 years, Fred. Olsen have been providing an award-winning service, with their fleet of ships incorporating traditional style and unparalleled elegance while focusing on relaxation, comfort and delicious cuisine. The fleet consists of three classic-styled mid size ships: BalmoralBolette and Borealis - all of which allow for docking in smaller, unique ports of call.

Step on board to a welcoming and intimate setting with stylish suites and cabins, tantalising restaurants and spacious public rooms. You’ll find everything you need for a comfortable and enjoyable holiday as you glide across the ocean and along beautiful rivers, discovering out-of-this-world experiences and awe-inspiring sights while forging friendships with like minded travellers that will last a lifetime.

Unlock the British Isles, Canary Islands and Norwegian Fjords, set sail on a world cruise or a solo adventure, all with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines. With departure ports much closer to home and increased luggage allowance, cruise-only holidays are relaxing and stress-free from start to finish.

Fred. Olsen believes in making the most of your time at shore. So, once you arrive at your dream destination you can choose from a wide range of tours that have been designed to suit all interests and tastes. Will it be a gentle panoramic sightseeing tour or an energetic adventure?


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Featured Cruises

SMALL SHIP CRUISING
No-Fly 2024 Discovering Normandy & Channel Islands

Borealis 23 Aug 2024 5 nights No-Fly Cruise Southampton

Pound sterling on board*

Small ship cruising*

Full-Board, Traditional British Cruising*

Hand-Crafted Itineraries | Fred Olsen Signature Experiences Included*

Itinerary: Southampton - St. Mary's, Isles of Scilly - St Peter Port, Guernsey - Alderney, Channel Islands - Honfleur, France - Southampton
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Inside from £999pp

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No-Fly 2024 Springtime Falls & Norwegian Fjords

Borealis 19 Jun 2024 8 nights No-Fly Cruise Southampton

Pound sterling on board*

Small ship cruising*

Full-Board, Traditional British Cruising*

Hand-Crafted Itineraries | Fred Olsen Signature Experiences Included*

Itinerary: Southampton - Lysefjord - Haugesund, Norway - Flam - Ulvik, Hardangerfjord - Southampton
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Inside from £1,399pp

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No-Fly 2024 Discovering Normandy & Channel Islands

Borealis 25 May 2024 5 nights No-Fly Cruise Southampton

Pound sterling on board*

Small ship cruising*

Full-Board, Traditional British Cruising*

Hand-Crafted Itineraries | Fred Olsen Signature Experiences Included*

Itinerary: Southampton - St. Mary's, Isles of Scilly - St Peter Port, Guernsey - Honfleur, France - Southampton
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Inside from £999pp

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2025 No-Fly France & the River Seine Bank Holiday

Balmoral 23 May 2025 5 nights No-Fly Cruise Southampton

Pound sterling on board*

Full board cruising*

Captain’s drinks party and Gala Buffet*

All evening entertainment*

Itinerary: Southampton - St. Malo, France - Rouen, France - Southampton
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Inside from £799pp

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No-Fly 2025 Two-Night Mini Cruise

Bolette 22 Apr 2025 2 nights No-Fly Cruise Southampton

Pound sterling on board*

Small ship cruising*

Full-Board, Traditional British Cruising*

Hand-Crafted Itineraries | Fred Olsen Signature Experiences Included*

Itinerary: Southampton - Liverpool
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Outside from £349pp

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No-Fly 2025 European River Cities & Dutch Tulips

Balmoral 24 Apr 2025 7 nights No-Fly Cruise Southampton

Pound sterling on board*

Full board cruising*

Captain’s drinks party and Gala Buffet*

All evening entertainment*

Itinerary: Southampton - Hamburg, Germany - Rotterdam, Netherlands - Antwerp, Belgium - Southampton
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Inside from £999pp

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