Fred.Olsen Cruise Lines 2023 Summer Sale

MAKE IT A YEAR TO REMEMBER

Save up to £500pp on a great selection of 2023 cruises

MAKE IT A YEAR TO REMEMBER

To celebrate the arrival of warmer, brighter days, we wanted to share with you a great selection of cruises with special savings.

From awe-inspiring cruises in the Norwegian Fjords and the Arctic to culture-filled trips to Spain and Portugal, you'll find plenty of hand-crafted itineraries to inspire you in this brochure.

To benefit from the new, lower prices, book by calling 0800 0355 947, visit fredolsencruises.com or contact your Travel Agent.

We hope to see you on board soon.

Venice

SEEK OUT RARE NATURE & WILDLIFE

The destinations chosen for these sailings boast fascinating natural wonders and wildlife, including indigenous animals, exotic plants, volcanic landscapes and rare birdlife. To get the most out of your experience, wildlife charity ORCA will be on board selected cruises, helping you spot wildlife from the open decks. You’ll also be able to learn from nature experts with interesting talks, wildlife photography and more.

The Olsen Way Highlights

Sailing into the Arctic Circle at this time of year means you can witness the Midnight Sun, a surreal phenomenon of never-ending daylight • Honningsvåg is your gateway to the North Cape plateau, mainland Europe’s northernmost point • Borealis will deviate away from the usual tourist routes to take you on a scenic cruising adventure via the landscapes of northern Norway • You will pass Torghatten, a unique mountain with a hole through its centre; the Seven Sisters mountain range and Europe’s highest sea cliff, Hornelen

Sale prices from £1,099 pp*

Includes

EXPLORING THE ARCTIC SCENIC ISLES OF SCOTLAND

The Olsen Way Highlights

This extended voyage into the Arctic takes you off the beaten track to remote destinations, where you can gain insight into the local way of life while capturing unspoilt scenery and the phenomenon of the Midnight Sun • You will visit the community of Longyearbyen and the wild and rugged environment of Greenland • Narsarsuaq is your gateway to the Qooroq Ice Fjord, where you can weave among white and glassy blue icebergs on a boat tour • ORCA will be on hand delivering talks on the marine life who call this region home, as well as leading wildlifespotting sessions out on deck to seek out whales

Sale prices from £1,499 pp*

SUMMERTIME IN LAPLAND & SCANDINAVIA

The Olsen Way Highlights

Savour the breathtaking scenery as you cruise among the islands and islets of the Turku and Stockholm archipelagos • Spot wildlife, including moose, reindeer and birds; visit the old towns of Rauma (from Turku) and Gamla Stan (Stockholm); and uncover the region’s seafaring history and maritime traditions – you can even visit an ice-breaker ship in Kemi • Sundsvall is a stone’s throw from spectacular scenic areas, including coastal stretches and valleyed interiors nearby, with Timrå, Ljustorp and Ljungan particularly popular for hiking and boating adventures

Sale prices from £1,499 pp

Includes a £400pp saving

This journey between remote Scottish isles presents some of our homeland’s most impressive scenery, natural wonders and wildlife • Among the many scenic cruising highlights are the Duncansby sea stacks and the tartan-patterned Kilt Rock • Puffins and guillemots can often be seen at the nature reserves on the Orkney and Shetland Islands, such as Sumburgh Head, while the Sound of Mull and Isle of Skye are great for eaglespotting • With the help of ORCA Conservationists, you may spot dolphins and whales • Elsewhere, there are Neolithic settlements, ancient stone circles and historic castles within reach of your destinations

Sale prices from £999 pp

Includes

RUGGED & REMOTE SPITSBERGEN WITH THE MIDNIGHT SUN

The Olsen Way Highlights

Sailing to the isolated lands of Svalbard offers incredible scenic cruising opportunities • We will make diversionsto show you sights like the Nordenskiöldbreen Glacier, Tempelfjorden’s Temple Mountain, and Svartisen (theBlack Glacier) • Balmoral is small enough to cruise the Nærøysundet strait, Nordfjord (Meløy) and the ultra-narrow Trollfjord • We have timed this itinerary to witness the phenomenon of the Midnight Sun as Balmoral crosses the Arctic Circle

Sale prices from £1,299 pp*

Includes

Briksdal Glacier Midnight Sun, Tromsø

EXPLORING NORTHERN NORWAY –THE LAND OF THE MIDNIGHT SUN

4th July 2023 · Borealis · Sail from Liverpool 15 nights Cruise code S2312

1st June 2023 Bolette Sail from Newcastle 23 nights Cruise code T2316

15th July 2023 Bolette · Sail from Newcastle 10 nights · Cruise code T2319

1st July 2023 · Bolette Sail from Newcastle 14 nights Cruise code T2318

19th July 2023 Balmoral Sail from Rosyth (for Edinburgh) 15 nights · Cruise code L2317

Stockholm Archipelago

Longyearbyen

Gullfoss Waterfall Portree

The Olsen Way Highlights

Common dolphins, Azores

EXPLORING RUGGED & REMOTE GREENLAND & ICELAND

4th August 2023 Borealis · Sail from Liverpool 14 nights · Cruise code S2315

NATURAL WONDERS OF ICELAND

31st August 2023 · Borealis Sail from Liverpool 9 nights Cruise code S2318

Our team has planned this cruise to explore

off-the-beaten-track destinations, showcasing the wild and rugged environments of Greenland and Iceland • Narsarsuaq is your gateway to the Qooroq Ice Fjord, where you can weave among white and glassy blue icebergs on a boat tour • As Borealis sails the strait of Prins Christiansund, you will be greeted with jagged mountains, icebergs and glaciers • In Iceland, you can encounter the geology and geothermal activity of Iceland by capturing spurting geysers and thundering waterfalls

Some of Iceland’s greatest natural wonders are within reach of the destinations on this cruise • The Strokkur geyser showcases the country’s powerful geothermal activity, while a collection of impressive waterfalls and Silfra are great examples of how Mother Nature has shaped these lands • Akureyri is well-placed for going in search of whales in their natural habitat, while in Isafjörður and Seyðisfjörður you can discover life in the more remote areas of Iceland • Borealis will cruise past the Borgarfjörður Eystri – home to elves, according to local folklore

Sale prices from £1,299 pp

Includes a £400pp saving Solo offer available

SCENIC SUMMERTIME NORWEGIAN FJORDS

18th August 2023 Borealis Sail from Liverpool

8 nights · Cruise code S2316

This cruise has been specially crafted with Borealis’ smaller size in mind; she’s able to sail Lysefjord, passing the famous Pulpit Rock; something that larger ships cannot achieve • You’ll see Norway’s natural beauty at a time of year when the landscapes are greener and the days are longer. A chance of finer weather provides more opportunities for activities such as kayaking on the Hardangerfjord, too • There will also be scenic diversions along UNESCO-listed Nærøyfjord and Maurangerfjord, where your ship will make a turn in front of the sprawling Fureberg Waterfall • A ride on the Flåm Railway – considered one of the best train journeys on Earth – is recommended to give you unmatched views of your surroundings

Sale prices from £999 pp

Includes a £300pp saving Solo offer available

SCENIC WATERWAYS & ARCHIPELAGOS OF SWEDEN

WHALES, WATERFALLS & GEYSERS OF ICELAND

The Olsen Way Highlights The Olsen Way Highlights

You can enjoy a combination of culture and scenery from both land and sea on this in-depth discovery of Sweden • Thanks to  Balmoral’s  smaller size, you will get to cruise the fjords of western Sweden, dock within one mile of the centre of Trelleborg, and berth closer to the city of Gothenburg than larger ships • After an extended stay in the Swedish capital of Stockholm, home to royal palaces and a historic old town (Gamla Stan), Balmoral will sail between the rocky, treetopped islands and islets of the Stockholm Archipelago • Meanwhile, the UNESCO-listed town of Visby, on the island of Gotland, is like a living museum, renowned for its wellpreserved medieval city walls

Our Journey Planners have crafted your cruise to include destinations from where you can discover some of Iceland’s greatest natural wonders • You will have opportunities to see the powerful waterfalls of Gullfoss and Godafoss, the bursting Strokkur geyser, and more • We will take you to hard-to-reach places such as Seyðisfjörður and the Western Fjords, giving you an insight into what life is like in these remote areas • Elsewhere, Akureyri is well-placed for spotting humpback whales in their natural habitat •  Balmoral  will cruise Iceland’s longest fjord, Eyjafjörður, and past the Borgarfjörður Eystri – home to a large population of elves, according to Icelandic folklore

Sale prices from £999 pp

Includes a £200pp saving Solo offer available

Sale prices from £1,099 pp

Includes a £300pp saving Solo offer available

Sale prices from £1,499 pp

Includes a £300pp saving Solo offer available

Spot puffins in Iceland

Whale watching

Nærøyfjord

Qaqortoq Strokkur geyser

Borealis at sea

The Olsen Way Highlights

The Olsen Way Highlights

The Olsen Way Highlights

31st August 2023 Balmoral Sail from Newcastle 11 nights Cruise code L2322A

13th September 2023 · Balmoral Sail from Southampton 13 nights · Cruise code L2322B

Godafoss Waterfall

Viking Fortress, Trelleborg

Liverpool, United Kingdom

Cruising

St Johns, Canada

Cruising

Havre St Pierre, Canada

Baie-Comeau, Canada

Québec, Canada

Trois-Rivières, Canada

Port Saguenay, Canada

Cruising Saguenay Fjord

Cruising

Corner Brook, Canada

Cruising

Belfast, Ireland

Liverpool, United Kingdom

Go in search of wildlife

You’ll have the chance to spot whales, including humpback, minke and finback whales, white-beaked dolphins, porpoises and the occasional pod of orca.

The Olsen Way Highlights

Visiting destinations picked for their natural beauty, you will have opportunities to go ‘leaf peeping’ as the colours of the Canadian landscape turn to the famous “fall” hues of brown, yellow and red • With five days in Québec province, you can capture the changing colours at the Jacques-Cartier and La Mauricie national parks • There will also be a scenic cruise along the Saguenay River so you can appreciate fjord-like landscapes from the comfort of Borealis • Corner Brook is well-placed for you to explore the Gros Morne National Park, while St John’s, renowned for its friendly locals, affords the chance to ramble Newfoundland’s coastal trails or visit Cape Spear lighthouse

VOLCANIC ISLANDS OF THE CANARIES, AZORES & MADEIRA

Southampton, United Kingdom

Cruising

Praia da Vitoria, Terceira, Azores

Ponta Delgada, São Miguel, Azores

Cruise by Santa Maria, Azores

Cruising

Santa Cruz, La Palma

Santa Cruz, Tenerife

San Sebastian, La Gomera

Funchal, Madeira

Cruising

Southampton, United Kingdom

The Olsen Way Highlights

Sale prices from £1,899 pp*

Includes a £500pp saving

Solo offer available

The option to disembark in Belfast is available on this cruise. Please call us for more details and prices.

Spotting marine life

Our team has selected destinations on your cruise that showcase diverse landscapes and fascinating flora and fauna • Funchal is well-placed for exploring the botanical gardens with a local orchid enthusiast or walking the island’s unique levada trails • Other highlights on your journey include chances to go in search of dolphins and sperm whales with the help of ORCA Conservationists, and scenic cruising past the remote Santa Maria Island, with its links to Columbus

Explore volcanic landscapes

Our call to São Miguel gives you the chance to explore the volcanic Sete Cidades crater lakes as well as the bubbling hot springs of the Furnas Valley. You can also visit Mount Teide, Spain's highest peak, in Tenerife.

Sale prices from £1,499 pp

Includes a £400pp saving

Solo offer available

3rd October 2023 Borealis Sail from Liverpool 19 nights · Cruise code S2321

Saguenay River

14th October 2023 Bolette Sail from Southampton 15 nights Cruise code T2327

La Gomera

Minke whale

Anchor Port

IMMERSE YOURSELF IN HISTORY & CULTURE

This selection of sailings focuses on destinations with cultural and historic importance, with centuriesold landmarks, ancient ruins, royal palaces and fascinating traditions. On board, friendly guest speakers will help you to learn about the locals’ way of life with our Joy of the Journey Signature Experiences.

RENAISSANCE ITALY, THE ADRIATIC & AMALFI COAST

The Olsen Way Highlights

This cruise has been designed to take you on a journey through centuries of history and culture along some of Italy and the Adriatic’s most scenic coastline • You can delve into the importance of the Renaissance period at its birthplace, Florence, and discover how the city’s art and architecture were influenced by iconic figures such as da Vinci and Michelangelo • In addition to exploring the historic landmarks of Venice, visits to Dubrovnik, Split and Zadar afford chances to see the architectural stamps left by the Venetians in Croatia

EXPERIENCE THE TRADITIONS OF SPAIN & PORTUGAL DISCOVER THE SCANDINAVIAN CAPITALS

Sale prices from £1,999 pp*

Includes a £500pp saving

Solo offer available

Options to join this cruise for a shorter duration are available

Valencia

2nd July 2023 · Balmoral · Sail from Rosyth (for Edinburgh) 17 nights Cruise code L2316

The Olsen Way Highlights

This cruise gives you the chance to explore Spain and Portugal in the sunshine • You will be able to taste authentic food and drink in its place of origin, including pastéis de nata in Lisbon; paella in Valencia; tapas and Jerez sherry in Cádiz; port wine in Oporto; and olive oil in Málaga • Many cultural highlights await your discovery too, including chances to visit Pablo Picasso’s house in his birthplace and learn the art of flamenco with a local bailaora (dancer) from Cádiz • You can also admire architectural delights such as Moorish buildings in Andalusia and decorative Azulejo tiles in Portugal

Sale prices from £1,299 pp*

Includes a £400pp saving Solo offer available

DISCOVERING SCANDINAVIA’S VIKING HERITAGE

The Olsen Way Highlights

Copenhagen

25th July 2023 Bolette Sail from Newcastle 12 nights · Cruise code T2320

The Olsen Way Highlights

This Scandinavian journey takes in destinations ripe for exploration, be it on land or water • An extended stay in Stockholm affords time to capture the highlights, such as the Royal Palace • Either side of your visit, Bolette will sail between the rocky islands and islets of the Stockholm Archipelago • Copenhagen boasts canals and royal palaces, while in Oslo you will find artistic wonders galore. The Norwegian capital is reached via the Oslofjord, where we will pass the Olsen family home in Hvitsten • Helsinki’s pristine white cathedral is well worth a visit, while a boat tour can show you the city’s surrounding archipelago and the fortress island of Suomenlinna

Sale prices from £1,299 pp

Includes a £300pp saving Solo offer available

16th August 2023 Balmoral Sail from Rosyth (for Edinburgh) 9 nights · Cruise code L2320

On this journey to Scandinavia, we will visit destinations known for their links to the Vikings, allowing you to retrace the history of this legendary era • Many Viking-themed attractions await your discovery, including the Roskilde Viking Ship Museum, the burial ground at Lindholm Høje, and Stavanger’s three swords monument •  Balmoral  will cruise along Oslofjord, passing the Olsen family home in Hvitsten, before reaching Oslo, gateway to a number of Viking museums and burial grounds • Other scenic cruising highlights include the size-restricted Fedafjord, Norway’s narrow southern fjords, and sailing past Lindisfarne (Holy Island), the first place the Vikings raided in Britain

Sale prices from £999 pp

Includes a £200pp saving Solo offer available

Take a boat ride tour to Positano Dubrovnik

22nd May 2023 · Borealis Sail from Liverpool 25 nights · Cruise code S2309

Akershus Fortress, Oslo Three swords monument, Stavanger

Kotor

EXPLORING

THE BALKANS & ADRIATIC WITH VENICE

18th September 2023 Bolette Sail from Southampton 26 nights · Cruise code T2326

Southampton, United Kingdom

Cruising

Málaga, Spain Cruising Catania, Sicily, Italy

Croatia

Rijeka, Croatia Venice, Italy

Koper, Slovenia

Neum, Bosnia and Herzegovina

Cruising Bay of Kotor

Kotor, Montenegro

Durres, Albania

Cruise Strait of Messina

Cruise by Stromboli

Cruising

Gibraltar

Cruising

La Coruña, Spain

Cruise by Tower of Hercules Lighthouse

Cruising

Southampton, United Kingdom

The Olsen Way Highlights

This cruise has been designed to offer insight into the turbulent history of a fascinating region shaped by various cultural influences • Bolette will head off the beaten track to historically significant destinations, presenting you with the Albanian city of Durrës, the medieval centre of Koper and the fortified town of Kotor – reached via a cruise along the fjord-like Bay of Kotor at sunrise • There’s also a call into Neum, gateway to places influenced by the Ottoman era such as Mostar and Stari Most

• Meanwhile, in Croatia you can explore Zadar’s Old Town, Diocletian’s Palace in Split and the walls of Dubrovnik, which have protected the city for centuries

DATE (2023) D

Southampton, United Kingdom

Cruising

St John's, Newfoundland, Canada

Cruising

Sydney, Canada

Halifax, Canada

Saint John, Canada

Portland, USA

Boston, USA

Cruising Cape Cod Canal

Cruise by Statue of Liberty

New York City, USA

Cruising the Hudson River

Cruising Chesapeake & Delaware Canal

Baltimore, USA

Cruising

Hamilton, Bermuda

Cruising

Ponta Delgada, São Miguel, Azores

Cruising

La Coruña, Spain

Cruising

Southampton, United Kingdom

The Olsen Way Highlights

Exploring New York City by day and by night, taking in sites such as Broadway and Times Square, is sure to be a highlight of your journey. You will reap the benefits of smaller ship cruising as Balmoral navigates the size-restricted Hudson River and narrow Cape Cod Canal, both of which will be flanked by autumnal foliage • Balmoral will also cruise the Chesapeake & Delaware Canal en route to Baltimore, your gateway to discovering Washington, D. C. Before reaching the USA, you will have plenty of chances to appreciate the natural beauty of Canada during the colourful season of ‘fall’

AMERICAN WATERWAYS & CANADA IN THE FALL

26th September 2023 · Balmoral · Sail from Southampton 34 nights Cruise code L2323

Greek-Roman theatre, Catania Central Park, New York

Kotor

Anchor Port

JOIN OUR FLEET IN FUNCHAL

As time draws near, we're even more excited about the meeting of the Fred. Olsen fleet, which will see Bolette and Borealis join Balmoral in the same port, on the same day.

On Thursday 9th November 2023, the ships will gather at Portugal's gorgeous 'garden island' of Madeira and dock together for the 'Fleet in Funchal' event, a historic day of celebration, fun and festivity for guests, Captains and crew alike, as well as Funchal's friendly locals. This spectacular occasion promises to be a stand-out event, with those in attendance enjoying a host of ceremonies, performances, competitions and more, culminating with a memorable departure from Funchal.

SPAIN & PORTUGAL WITH THE FLEET IN FUNCHAL

The Olsen Way Highlights

29th October 2023 · Bolette · Sail from Southampton 15 nights Cruise code T2328

A special reunion for Fred. Olsen’s entire fleet is set to take place on this cruise, giving you the chance to join fellow guests and crews for an unforgettable day of fun and festivity in Funchal • What’s more, the destinations on your itinerary have been chosen for their links to the Punic Wars, a series of conflicts between the Romans and Carthaginians • Tarragona is home to the UNESCO-listed Archaeological Ensemble of Tárraco, a collection of Roman ruins scattered across the city • Cartagena’s amphitheatre is another fine example of Roman architecture • Joining a tour with one of the archaeologists involved in excavating the site will make for an insightful experience

Sale prices from £1,599 pp

Includes a £400pp saving Solo offer available

THE CANARY ISLANDS WITH THE FLEET IN FUNCHAL

30th October 2023 · Balmoral · Sail from Southampton 15 nights · Cruise code L2324

The converging of the Fred. Olsen fleet in Funchal is set to be the undoubted highlight on this island-hopping adventure, with a memorable day of celebrations planned for guests and crews • Visiting four Canary Islands presents chances to enjoy an array of experiences • You could opt to explore Mount Teide in Tenerife; discover the volcanic peaks and dense forests of La Palma; relax on the golden dunes of Maspalomas Beach in Gran Canaria; and savour the verdant vistas of La Gomera, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve • Uncovering the Olsen family’s links to these islands makes for an insightful experience too, be it at the Hotel Jardin Tecina or the mystical Pyramids of Güímar

Sale prices from £1,599 pp

Includes a £400pp saving Solo offer available

THE

AZORES WITH THE FLEET IN FUNCHAL

The Olsen Way Highlights

1st November 2023 · Borealis Sail from Liverpool 14 nights Cruise code S2323

This cruise has been planned to reunite the entire Fred. Olsen fleet in Funchal, making for a memorable day of fun and celebration to be shared with crews and fellow guests • Before your call into Funchal, you can experience the diverse nature of the Azores • This hard-to-reach archipelago features colourful lakes and vast craters, rolling green hills and bubbling hot springs • There’s also the opportunity to go in search of sperm whales with the help of ORCA Conservationists • Elsewhere you can uncover Lisbon’s rich maritime history, and tour to Oporto, famous for port wine

Sale prices from £1,499 pp

Includes a £400pp saving Solo offer available

View of Funchal from Monte Palace Gardens

Botanical Gardens, Funchal Colomares Monument, Málaga

Main Square, Funchal

Oporto

Cathedral Santa Ana Vegueta, Gran Canaria

Sete Cidades

The Olsen Way Highlights

SHORT ESCAPES & WARM BREAKS

Our Short Breaks are hand-crafted to provide you with a memorable and rewarding break in a shorter duration. These enriching adventures feature diverse European destinations, making for the perfect escape. Alternatively, if you want to leave winter behind and treat yourself to a longer getaway, join our Caribbean sailing and indulge in warmer climes, turquoise seas and beautiful beaches.

In less than a week, you can enjoy a taste of the Faroes sandwiched in between two remote Scottish Islands, with each destination showcasing fascinating Norse heritage • Lerwick is ideally placed for discovering the site of Shetland’s Norse parliament in the Tingwall Valley and the ancient settlement of Jarlshof • In the well-preserved Viking town of Kirkwall you will find the medieval St Magnus Cathedral, while the Orkneyinga Saga Trail reveals the story of Orkney’s Viking Age • In the Faroese capital, Tórshavn –named after the Norse god of thunder, Thor – the historic centre, Tinganes, is said to be one of the oldest parliamentary meeting places in the world

Sale prices from £799 pp

Includes a £150pp saving

Solo offer available

Southampton, United Kingdom

Cruising

Getxo (for Bilbao), Spain

Cruise by Santa Ana Castle

La Coruña, Spain

Cruise by Tower of Hercules Lighthouse

Cruising

Southampton, United Kingdom

The Olsen Way Highlights

This short break has been planned to coincide with the August Bank Holiday, making it the perfect excuse to sample the Fred. Olsen experience while enjoying the delights of northern Spain • Getxo is your gateway to Bilbao and the modern architectural masterpiece that is the Guggenheim Museum • From La Coruña, there’s the chance to visit the Santiago de Compostela Cathedral and walk part of the ‘Camino de Santiago’, a network of ancient pilgrimage routes. La Coruña is also home to the Tower of Hercules • This important navigational monument – said to be the only Roman lighthouse in existence – can also be viewed from the comfort of Bolette as she sails past at sunset

Sale prices from £699 pp

Includes a £100pp saving

Solo offer available

Tórshavn Kirkwall

ISLES OF SCOTLAND & THE FAROES

The Olsen Way Highlights

7th August 2023 · Bolette · Sail from Dover 6 nights Cruise code T2321

BANK HOLIDAY BREAK TO SPAIN

25th August 2023 · Bolette Sail from Southampton 5 nights Cruise code T2323

Bilbao

La Coruña

Tower of Hercules

Santiago de Compostela

NORWEGIAN FJORDS BANK HOLIDAY ESCAPE

The Olsen Way Highlights

26th August 2023 Balmoral Sail from Newcastle

5 nights Cruise code L2321

This five-night Norwegian break offers a taste of the fjords during summer • Åndalsnes is your gateway to the Rauma Railway and the rugged, mountainous scenery of the Romsdalen valley • On departure, Balmoral will sail the scenic Romsdalsfjord • In Bergen, there’s a chance to ramble with a local atop Mount Fløyen, rewarding you with city and fjordland views away from the busier vantage points

CLASSIC CARIBBEAN ISLANDS

15th November 2023 Borealis Sail from Liverpool 29 nights Cruise code S2324

Sale prices from £899 pp for an Ocean View cabin

Includes a £100pp saving

Solo offer available

BANK HOLIDAY ESCAPE TO SCENIC SCOTLAND

The Olsen Way Highlights

26th August 2023 Borealis Sail from Liverpool 5 nights Cruise code S2317

We have planned this short break to coincide with the August Bank Holiday weekend, visiting two remote, hard-to-reach destinations • What’s more, scenic cruising features either side of your time ashore, with Borealis sailing past intriguing sites such as the basalt columns of Fingal’s Cave, the bonnet-shaped Bac Mòr, the Small Isles archipelago, and Iona – said to be the birthplace of Christianity in Scotland • You can discover Orkney’s fascinating history in Kirkwall – said to be one of the most important towns of the Norse Western Empire – or take a tour to the UNESCO-listed Neolithic village of Skara Brae • Meanwhile, Portree is your gateway to Skye’s rugged landscapes and medieval castles

Liverpool, United Kingdom

Cruising

Funchal, Madeira, Portugal

Cruising

St John's, Antigua

Fort-de-France, Martinique Bridgetown, Barbados

St George's, Grenada

Bequia, St Vincent and Grenadines

Castries, St Lucia

Cruising by the Pitons Roseau, Dominica Basseterre, St Kitts Philipsburg, St Maarten

Cruising

Ponta Delgada, São Miguel, Azores

Cruising

Liverpool, United Kingdom

The Olsen Way Highlights

Sale prices from £899 pp for an Ocean View cabin

Includes a £100pp saving

Solo offer available

This island-hopping adventure is the perfect cocktail of winter sun, fascinating history and quintessential Caribbean experiences • Your itinerary includes the lesser-known gem of Bequia, and Antigua, home to 365 beaches and historic landmarks such as Nelson’s Dockyard • There’s the chance to uncover sugar cane history aboard the St Kitts Scenic Railway during your call into Basseterre, offering panoramic views of the island • St Lucia’s towering volcanic pitons can be viewed from ashore and at sea, as Borealis cruises past this UNESCO-listed site following your call into Castries

Sale prices from £2,899 pp

Includes a £500pp saving

Bergen

Skara Brae

Romsdalen valley

Fingal's Cave

FESTIVE GETAWAYS

These cruises have been timed to coincide with traditional Christmas Markets in Europe. There is something magical about taking in the bustle of festive stalls, breathing in the crisp night air, feeling snug and cosy in the warmth of your ship, and seeing twinkling city lights.

EUROPEAN CHRISTMAS MARKETS

The Olsen Way Highlights

Our itinerary planners have carefully crafted your cruise to coincide with traditional Christmas Markets in three European cities • Hamburg’s markets – which you can enjoy by day and night on this sailing – feature decorated wooden huts brimming with unique wares. You can sample Glühwein and wurst as you mingle with locals and fellow travellers, soaking up the festive atmosphere • Oslo’s city centre and Copenhagen’s colourful quayside, Nyhavn, boast even more markets for you to explore •

Your journey also includes a scenic sailing along Oslofjord, passing the Olsen family home in Hvitsten, and navigating the iconic Kiel Canal – a feat only possible on a smaller ship

CLASSIC CHRISTMAS MARKETS

Liverpool, United Kingdom

Cruising

Zeebrugge (for Bruges), Belgium

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Cruising River Elbe

Hamburg, Germany

Cruising

Liverpool, United Kingdom

The Olsen Way Highlights

With calls into three cities timed to coincide with the Christmas Markets, this is the perfect getaway before the arrival of the big day • Charming wooden huts adorned with twinkling lights and selling food, confectionery and handicrafts make for a cosy setting in Hamburg • Perhaps enjoy a mug of steaming Glühwein as you browse for unique gifts • An overnight stay means you can experience the markets by day and night, too • En route to Hamburg, Borealis will cruise the River Elbe, presenting you with views of the city’s shipyards and drydocks. UNESCO-listed Bruges (from Zeebrugge) features festive shopping delights too, from traditional markets to Belgian chocolate shops

Tivoli, Copenhagen

13th December 2023 Balmoral Sail from Southampton 8 nights Cruise code L2327

14th December 2023 · Borealis · Sail from Liverpool 8 nights Cruise code S2325

Amsterdam

OUR PROGRAMME OF 2023 CRUISES WITH SPECIAL SAVINGS

Date Itinerary From

MAY 2023

12th Cultural Capitals, Kiel Canal & Stockholm Archipelago S 14 L2311 Please call

13th Mighty Waterfalls & Norwegian Fjords S 7 S2308 Please call

13th Scenic Isles & Lochs of Scotland N 7 T2313 Please call

20th Two Night Mini-Cruise to Liverpool S (rtn L) 2 S2308R Please call

20th Classic Norwegian Fjords N 7 T2314 Please call

20th Southampton to Liverpool with Italy, Adriatic & Amalfi Coast

S (rtn L) 27 S2308R09 Please call

22nd Renaissance Italy, the Adriatic & Amalfi Coast L 25 S2309 £2,499 £1.999 £500

22nd Croatia, Kotor & Italy with the Amalfi Coast

22nd Exploring Italy & Croatia with the Amalfi Coast

L (rtn V) 18 S2309MAL £1,999* £1,799* inc. flight £200

L (rtn Du) 16 S2309DUB £1,799* £1,599* inc. flight £200

26th Bank Holiday Escape to Cornwall & Scilly Isles S 5 L2312 Please call

27th Norwegian Fjords Bank Holiday Escape N 5 T2315 Please call

JUNE 2023

1st Exploring the Arctic N 23 T2316 £1,999 £1,499 £500

1st Exploring Spitsbergen & Iceland N (rtn Re) 14 T2316REY £1,399* £1,199* inc. flight £200

2nd Medieval Old Towns & the Stockholm Archipelago R 13 L2313 £1,799 £1,499 £300

15th Scenic Isles of Scotland R 7 L2314 £1,299

16th Whales, Waterfalls & Geysers of Iceland L 10 S2310 £1,499 £1,299 £200

22nd German Cities with Kiel Week Regatta R 10 L2315 £1,299 £999 £300

24th Scenic Summertime Norwegian Fjords N 7 T2317 £1,299

Date

26th Scenic Isles of Scotland L 8 S2311 £1,299 £1,099 £200

JULY 2023

1st Summertime in Lapland and Scandinavia N 14 T2318 £1,899 £1,499 £400

2nd Experience the Traditions of Spain & Portugal R 17 L2316 £1,699* £1,299*

4th Exploring Northern Norway - the Land of the Midnight Sun L 15

Date Itinerary From Nts Cruise ID

AUGUST 2023

Prices from (pp) Saving (pp)

26th Norwegian Fjords Bank Holiday Escape N 5 L2321 £999 £899 Ocean View £100

26th Bank Holiday Escape to Scenic Scotland L 5 S2317 £999 £899 Ocean View £100

30th Norway's Mountains & Scenic Fjords S 8 T2324 £1,299 £1,099 £200

31st Scenic Waterways & Archipelagos of Sweden N 11 L2322A £1,399 £1,099 £300

31st Natural Wonders of Iceland L 9 S2318 £1,299 £999 £300

SEPTEMBER 2023

7th Scenic British Isles S 11 T2325 £1,799 £1,599 £200

NOVEMBER 2023

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DECEMBER

25th

27th

3rd

Highlights & Hidden Gems of the Norwegian Fjords R 8 L2319 £1,399

13th Wonders & Wildlife of the Azores & Madeira S 12 T2322 £1,899 £1,599 £300

16th Discovering Scandinavia's Viking Heritage R 9 L2320 £1,199 £999 £200

18th Scenic Summertime Norwegian Fjords L 8 S2316 £1,199 £999 £200

25th One Night Mini-Cruise to Newcastle R (rtn N) 1 L2320R £199 £149 Ocean View £50

25th Bank Holiday Break to Spain S 5 T2323 £799 £699 £100

9th Classic Scenic Norwegian Fjords L 8 S2319 £1,199 £999 £200

11th Two Night Mini-Cruise to Southampton N (rtn S) 2 L2322AR £349 £249 £100

13th Whales, Waterfalls & Geysers of Iceland S 13 L2322B £1,799 £1,499 £300

17th Discovering the Scenic Amalfi Coast L 16 S2320 £2,999

18th Exploring the Balkans & Adriatic with Venice S 26 T2326 £3,299* £2,799* £500

26th American Waterways & Canada in the Fall S 34 L2323 £4,499* £3,999* £500

OCTOBER 2023

3rd Canada in the Fall L 19 S2321 £2,399* £1,899* £500

3rd Canada in the Fall Liverpool to Belfast Cruise L (rtn B) 18 S2321BEL £2,299* £1,799* £500

14th Volcanic Islands of the Canaries, Azores & Madeira S 15 T2327 £1,899 £1,499 £400

22nd Touring Southern Spain, Portugal & Gibraltar L 10 S2322 £1,799 £1,499 Ocean View £300

29th Spain & Portugal with the Fleet in Funchal S 15 T2328 £1,999 £1,599 £400

30th The Canary Islands with the Fleet in Funchal S 15 L2324 £1,999 £1,599 £400

S Southampton P Portsmouth

D Dover

R Rosyth (for Edinburgh)

N Newcastle