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Small is beautiful
Fred. Olsen Cruises from Spear Travels.
The world of cruising is changing. Cruise ships that are even bigger, busier and some would say even brasher are beginning to dominate the seas. People are seeking an alternative experience.
Cruise enthusiasts are looking more and more for an experience that is elegant and relaxed.
A small ship cruise that guests would rather choose are offered by Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines. A cruise that celebrates the beauty of the journey, nature and culture of the destinations along the way. Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines stand for an alternative way of sailing the seas. The Olsen way is people sized, not super sized.
What follows are just a small selection of cruises on offer.
WINTER WARMTH IN THE CANARIES
Liverpool | Borealis | 20 Jan 2023 | 14 nights
Relax on sandy beaches in Tenerife. Explore the volcanic landscapes on Lanzarote. Visit the Maspalomas sand dunes in Gran Canaria.
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From £1,399pp
The Olsen Way Highlights
On the island of La Gomera you can enjoy a guided tour of Fred. Olsen’s hotel – Jardin Tecina – before relaxing with views over the Atlantic Ocean.
Your time on Lanzarote can be as energetic as you wish, you can visit an active volcano or simply relax on the black-sand beaches while a day in Funchal is ideal for riding the historic cable car to the suburb of Monte and indulging in some sweet Madeira wine.
Elsewhere, you can soak up the winter warmth on the beaches of Gran Canaria and Tenerife.
New on board signature experiences
To make your experience even more special our Journey Planners have designed a unique programme of Signature Experiences which will allow you to discover real insights about the culture and nature of the places we are visiting so you can arrive in each destination fully prepared to get the most out of your visit.
IN SEARCH OF THE NORTHERN LIGHTS IN NINE NIGHTS
Newcastle | Bolette | 09 Mar 2023 | 9 nights
Seek out the enigmatic Aurora Borealis from Alta Visit the iceberg-shaped Arctic Cathedral in Tromso Explore Alesund as Bolette docks close to the city centre
From £1,499pp
The Olsen Way Highlights
While cruising in the Arctic Ocean from the comfort of Bolette and ashore during an extended say in Alta, you may be lucky enough to see the Aurora Borealis illuminate the night sky. Alta is also ideally placed for tours that take you into the wilderness where you meet local Sami communities and learn about their way of life. In Tromso, ‘Gateway to the Arctic”, you can visit the iceberg-shaped Arctic Cathedral and capture winter panoramas from atop Mt Storsteinen.
SCENIC SUMMERTIME NORWEGIAN FJORDS
Newcastle | Bolette | 24 Jan 2023 | 7 nights
Experience Norway’s fjords and landscapes at their best Divert into remarkable waterways to see cliffs and waterfalls Ashore, go in search of glaciers, waterfalls and more.
From £1,199pp
The Olsen Way Highlights
Fred. Olsen’s expert team of Journey Planners have designed this itinerary to showcase the natural surroundings of Norway when Spring turns to Summer and the waterfalls are at their strongest.
Bolette will deviate from the tourist trail along waterways such as Lysefjord – out of reach to larger ships: wild and rugged Hjørundfjord and Maurangerfjord, where Bolette will make a turn in front of the sprawling Fureberg Waterfall. There’s also a sailing along UNESCO-listed Geirangerfjord, past the Seven Sisters Waterfall.
From Andalsnes, you can admire mountainous landscapes during a ride on the Rauma Railway, while a hike up Bergen’s Mount Fløyan with a local will reward you with fjordland views away from the crowds.
We would love to welcome you on board our Winter Warmth in the Canaries cruise and take you to the sun-kissed islands including Tenerife, Gran Canaria and Lanzarote.
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