fred olsen travel ferndown

Hey, your browser is out of date!

Hurtigruten Group is the world’s leading adventure travel group, offering unique small-ship and land-based adventures from pole to pole – and anywhere in between. We take our guests to the most spectacular areas on the planet, offering a mix of pristine wilderness and visits to genuine local communities.

Hurtigruten Group is revolutionising the travel industry’s approach to sustainability, allowing us to offer authentic local experiences while leaving a footprint we are proud of — both in nature and with the communities we visit.

Our commitment to safety is as absolute as our passion for exploration. Safeguarding our guests, colleagues, partners, wildlife, nature, and the communities we visit will always be our number one priority. Everyone on a Hurtigruten adventure will always be – and feel – safe, comfortable – and excited!

• Sort By: Price Price

Destination

Departure date.

Accommodation

Across all of the ships there are differing grades of accommodation to help you find exactly what you need. Low grades offer just a basic arrangement of an upper and lower bed and a wash basin, while the the highest grades include a seating area as well as the bedroom, TV, stereo, internet access, mini-bar and a private balcony in most instances.

Most cabin grades are spacious and with plenty of storage space for all your belongings. They are stylishly finished and provide a comfortable home from home for the duration of your journey. There are also special cabins available which provide access and assistance for any disabled guests.

Everything that guests consume during their Hurtigruten cruise will have been carefully planned and thought out, with almost all of it being locally sourced and heavily influenced by regional delicacies that are found in the areas to which you will travel.

Menus in ‘Norway’s Coastal Kitchen’ change with the seasons and Norwegian specialities are usually at the forefront. Guests will be able to sample dishes such as baked Arctic char, kvæfjordkake (a dessert made from almonds, meringue and vanilla cream) and, of course, reindeer meat. However, the tastings will not always be offered in formal surroundings as flavourful morsels are often provided on deck to allow cruisers to get a feel for what’s available.

Whilst around 85% of Hurtigruten’s current cuisine is provided by local producers from the thirty five different ports that they visit, the company is working on increasing this even more. By partnering with the government and ‘Innovation Norway’ they are helping independent suppliers grow their businesses to be able to then sell their products to the ships in the future.

There are plenty of excellent public facilities for you to use during your time with Hurtigruten that range from comfortable lounges, in which you can sit back and relax, to spacious conference rooms which can be privately booked.

There are multiple cafés and bars which provide lighter food options than the main restaurant and an extensive range of drinks to ensure your glass, and your general disposition, is always more than half full. The sauna and swimming pools will provide a serine environment in which you can while away the hours between ports, whilst the laundry and internet facilities allow you to keep in touch with everyone back home and ensure you always have something fabulous to wear in the evenings. There is even a playroom on some ships to help keep younger guests occupied during your time at sea.

As one of the UK’s most established travel companies, Fred. Olsen Travel provides outstanding customer service, choice and value for money through our six distinct specialisms. Bonded by the Association of British Travel Agents (ABTA) and by the Civil Aviation Authority’s Air Travel Organisers Licensing (ATOL) scheme, you can look forward to your next adventure with the peace of mind that your booking is financially protected in the event of unforeseen circumstances.

Worldspan Holiday & Cruise Show

Follow this organiser to stay informed on future events, events you might like, balloon madness presents holiday fun balloon madness presents holiday fun, summer holiday outdoors activities day summer holiday outdoors activities day, summer holidays outdoors activities in the woods summer holidays outdoors activities in the woods, southampton water - harbour cruise southampton water - harbour cruise, womenpreneur charity boat cruise womenpreneur charity boat cruise, bbq evening cruise bbq evening cruise, beetles tribute evening cruise beetles tribute evening cruise, motown cruise with fireworks 15th august 2024 motown cruise with fireworks 15th august 2024, motown cruise with fireworks 22nd august 2024 motown cruise with fireworks 22nd august 2024, 80's music cruise with fireworks 8th august 2024 80's music cruise with fireworks 8th august 2024.

• 01394 248440
• Search for:

Fred Olsen Travel Agents

With 16 travel shops, Fred. Olsen Travel Agents is one of the premier travel agencies in East Anglia and along the south coast.

Established in 1988, they have  16 retail branches  in East Anglia and the south coast including  Felixstowe , Ipswich ,  Colchester ,  Bury St Edmunds ,  Norwich Jarrolds ,  Norwich Thorpe ,  Westbourne ,  Lymington ,  Christchurch ,  Dorchester ,  Hythe ,  Beccles  and  Worldspan Travel, Ferndown  and our  TravelQuest Ipswich ,  TravelQuest Woodbridge  and  Framlingham Travel  branches.

Fred. Olsen Travel Agents are worldwide holiday specialists and cruise experts with knowledgeable staff that have first-hand experience of many destinations and types of holidays.

Each of our branches provides specialist travel services including holidays,  cruises , trips to  Australia & New Zealand ,  weddings , honeymoons and  skiing . When you book your holiday with us you also have financial protection provided by our ABTA & ATOL bonding

Fred. Olsen Travel Limited 124-126 Hamilton Road Felixstowe, Suffolk IP11 7AB United Kingdom

Get Directions

01394 270456  (Office)

[email protected]  (Sales) [email protected] >  (Sales)

Members Directory

Hey, your browser is out of date!

Build you career with our Fred. Olsen graduate scheme

Graduate Scheme

To ensure you have a wide experience of both industry and the Fred. Olsen business, this 24-month programme has been divided into four separate phases. These phases are designed to give you many different experiences within a global company.

• Opening Hours:

Mon-Fri 8.30am - 6pm

Saturday 9am - 5pm

Sunday 10am - 4pm

• Toggle Navigation Menu

Cruise Search

Find Your Cruise

Imaginative and Unusual Itineraries

A WORLD WAITING TO BE EXPLORED

175 YEARS IN EVERY SINGLE DAY

On a Fred. Olsen cruise, we channel all of our 175 years of experience sailing and discovering the world into making every single day special for our guests. We hand-craft our itineraries every year so that we take our guests not just to the most amazing places on earth, but at the very best possible times.

Our smaller ships

The most wonderful way to sail the world is aboard a smaller ship. Our guests love the feeling of being on an elegant ship, close to the sea. They appreciate that our smaller ships can take them to more interesting places – to the furthest reaches of Norway’s lesser-known fjords, through narrow waterways and canals and to the very heart of some of the world’s most beautiful cities.

Our Hand-crafted Itineraries

Our journey planners put so much consideration and pride into crafting our itineraries afresh each and every year. That’s because we want you to sail the most imaginative routes and to visit the world’s most wonderful destinations at the very best possible times to experience them.

The Azores when the Perseid Meteor shower streaks the night sky, Mumbai during the Holi Festival and the coast of Canada during the largest migration of Humpback whales on earth. It’s why we were awarded Cruise Critic’s ‘Best Itineraries’ for five consecutive years.

The Joy of the Journey

We put enormous consideration into ensuring every single day you are with us is as stimulating and enjoyable as possible. Our ‘Treats of the Region’ cooking demonstrations and “Itinerary Insights” informative talks, for example, are curated specially for the regions we are visiting so that you gain the fullest understanding and appreciation of them before you get there. And our on-deck ‘Stargazing’ talks help you understand much about the universe we live in.

In short, our exceptional experience ensures your exceptional experience.

There is much that sets the experience of a Fred. Olsen cruise apart. But nothing more so than our people. As Mr. Olsen himself says, ‘It’s all about the people. All of it, everything”.

Because our ships are smaller, our crew are able to get to know you personally and to understand what you like. And it is the warm, attentive and more personal care our people pride themselves on that is so appreciated by our guests. Without doubt, our people are central to the specialness of a Fred. Olsen cruise.

Need Inspiration For Your Next Adventure?

Let us know what you want most from a cruise, and we will share with you some hand-picked cruises we think you'll like.

Please select an interest before searching.

INTRODUCING THE FRED. OLSEN FLEET

The size of our ships allows us access to more interesting places, and means we can dock in the heart of some of the world’s most beautiful cities.

Bolette is one of the largest ships, by overall size, in our fleet. With its warm, welcoming atmosphere and timeless style, and classic open deck spaces providing a place to fully immerse yourself in the magic of ocean cruising, Bolette is very much in keeping with what our guests have come to expect from a Fred. Olsen ship.

Sister-ship to Bolette , Borealis is perfectly suited for taking guests on a journey around the globe, enabling more exploration in more exciting ports. Her smaller size, spacious public areas, open deck spaces and impressive array of restaurants make her perfect for longer voyages, and shorter journeys alike.

Beautiful Balmoral is small enough to navigate Europe’s most picturesque waterways so guests can enjoy hours of scenic cruising.  Balmoral offers a warm, civilised atmosphere and features comfortable accommodation, stylish restaurants and plenty of open-deck space.

IMAGINATIVE AND Unusual ITINERARIES

Sailing from a port near you

We sail from across the UK to make joining your next Fred. Olsen cruise nice and easy.

Fred. Olsen’s diverse selection of cruises from Dover include chances to sail to the breathtaking Norwegian Fjords; unearth cultural, historical and scenic highlights of cities in the Baltic, marvel at volcanic islands in the Azores and Madeira, experience the icy kingdom of Iceland, indulge in an exploration of the Dalmatian Coast, or discover the sights and highlights of isles and waterways in the UK.

Some of the world’s most sought after destinations are within your reach on Fred. Olsen cruises departing from Liverpool. Situated on the coast of Northwest England, this port is the ideal starting point for voyages to Scotland, Northern Europe and Norway, bringing you closer to the beautiful unspoilt waterways and landscapes of the Norwegian fjords and Scottish lochs; the astonishing natural wonders of Iceland and Greenland; and remote locations within the Arctic Circle. Cruise from Liverpool to see the wonders of the Azores, and the spectacular Amalfi Coast.

Situated on the north bank of the River Forth, just 40 minutes from Edinburgh, the Port of Rosyth is conveniently placed for guests joining Fred. Olsen’s cruises from Scotland. There are a fantastic selection of cruises from Rosyth to choose from, each featuring incredible destinations across Europe. Cruise from Scotland to Norway to experience the outstanding natural beauty of the magnificent fjordland; sail to culture-rich capitals in the Baltic; discover volcanic Iceland; or experience natural phenomenons such as the Perseid Meteor Shower.

Southampton

Located on England’s south coast, Southampton is the ideal departure port for an extensive selection of Fred. Olsen cruises, including rewarding European city breaks; explorations of Iceland and Norway’s awe-inspiring fjordland; chasing the Northern Lights in the Arctic, journeys to the Mediterranean and Adriatic; and explorations of the islands of the Azores.

The departure port for an extensive range of exciting Fred. Olsen cruises from Newcastle; the Port of Tyne is a gateway to discovering incredible destinations across Europe. Cruise from Newcastle to Scotland, Norway and Northern Europe in search of spectacular highland and fjordland scenes; natural wonders in Iceland and Arctic Norway, such as the awe-inspiring Northern Lights; captivating Norwegian fjords; and picturesque Canarian and Mediterranean waterways, all in less time than it would take from a southern departure port.

Fred. Olsen’s cruises from Portsmouth include winter escapes to the glorious sunshine and scenery of the Canaries and Madeira; go in search of the Northern Lights; or island hopping in the Caribbean. Portsmouth is a city rich in maritime heritage, with landmarks such as the Historic Dockyard and the Spinnaker Tower. Britain’s ‘Great Waterfront City’ is situated on the shores of the beautiful Solent, east from Southampton, making Portsmouth the perfect location from which to embark on a Fred. Olsen cruise.

Last Minute Cruises

Last chance to sail.

Here's a selection of hand-crafted cruises sailing very soon.

There's still time to book a great value cruise.

The Olsen Way Promise

Everything we do is carefully considered to ensure our guests have the most wonderful cruise experience possible. We are so confident you will enjoy the way we cruise, that we make you a promise...

STay in touch

SIGN UP FOR SPECIAL OFFERS

Join our mailing list to keep up to date with all the latest news and offers from Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines.

• Tel: +44 (0)1942 727 985
• Fax: +44 (0)1942 271 234

Email: [email protected]

• P&O and Princess 2024
• Royal Caribbean & Celebrity 2024
• Fred Olsen 2024
• P&O and Princess 2025
• Royal Caribbean & Celebrity 2025
• Fred Olsen 2025
• Disabled Access
• Infants & Children
• Find Your Nearest Pickup Point
• Outbound to Southampton
• Inbound from Southampton
• Private Hire
• Eavesway Exclusive
• Exclusive Yutong
• Exclusive Altano
• Exclusive EX11H
• Our History
• Testimonials
• Environment
• Behind The Scenes
• Risk Assessment

Fred. Olsen Cruises

Cruiselink service to and from Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines

Cruiselink Service for Fred.Olsen from your Pick-up Point to Southampton Cruise Terminal

Cruiselink Service for Fred.Olsen from Southampton Cruise Terminal to your Drop-off Point

Availability Search

• Terms & Conditions
• Privacy Policy
• Operations Log In

Contact Details

Eavesway Travel Ltd

Bryn Side, Bryn Road

Ashton-in-Makerfield

Tel: +44 (0) 1942 727985

Fax: +44 (0) 1942 271234

Offices open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 9am-1pm

(Excluding Bank Holidays)

This website uses cookies to store essential information. By continuing to browse the website you are agreeing to their use. With your permission we would like use additional cookies. For more information you can view our cookie policy . Select Settings to change your cookie preferences. To allow the use of all cookies select Accept.