Wintertime Fjords with Up Helly Aa, 25 January 2023 | 9 Nt | Balmoral | 25 January 2023 | Fred. Olsen (2024)

FAQs

What is happening with Fred Olsen cruises? ›

Olsen Releases 4 New Cruises for 2025. Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has announced the launch of four exciting new cruises for 2025, setting course for locations including Costa Rica, the Dominican Republic, and Norway.

Which cruise lines go to Norway? Oceania Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean, Holland America Line, Viking Ocean Cruises and Princess Cruises are several of the most popular cruise lines that sail to Norway.

What towns are in the Norwegian Fjords? The Norwegian Fjords are dotted with picture-perfect towns, and with us you can explore the local cultures and scenery of: Bergen, Stavanger, Skjolden, Olden, Ålesund, Åndalsnes, Geiranger, Haugesund, Hellesylt, Kristiansund, Kristiansand, Trondheim and Nordfjordeid.

Cruise and Maritime Voyages already operate a range of round-trip itineraries out of Hull into Scandinavia, Iceland, Greenland, and Norway. Cruises from Hull currently depart from King George Dock, which is easily accessible by car and well signposted.

We are delighted to accept booking for younger guests, aged between 12 months and 17 years. On peak-time holiday cruises, and subject to numbers, our Little Skippers Club keeps children between 5 and 11 years old entertained with a variety of fun activities.

While tipping is entirely at your discretion, we pride ourselves on the service offered to our guests, and are confident that you'll wish to reward staff on board for the attention you receive. Typically, gratuities are charged at £5.00 per person, per day for guests aged 12 and over.

It really doesn't matter! When you enter a fjord, the only way out is to go back again. The Norwegian Fjords are beautiful, but you'll see the scenery no matter which side of the ship you're on, the only difference is in whether you see it in the morning when you arrive, or in the evening when you're sailing out.

High season - the best time to go

There are plenty of reasons why the demand for fjord cruises peaks during summer. We totally get it. Between mid-April and September, magic happens in Norway. If you're a summer person, and prefer shorts or skirts to jeans, this is when you want to go.

The beautiful scenery and the experience of cruising through northern waters are what appeal to most cruisers heading along Norway's coastline. You'll find that some days it's hard to leave your balcony, as the view is so amazing and transfixing. However, don't write off the ports because there are some hidden gems.

Yes - you can view the Northern Lights on one of our Norwegian cruises, however we can't guarantee their appearance! The aurora borealis is near impossible to predict, but sightings are more likely on clear nights between October and March, and odds increase the further north you travel.

Is Norway very expensive? ›

Norway does not top the list of the most expensive countries in Europe, moreover, Oslo is no longer on the top 20 list of the most expensive cities in the world, according to Mercer's exhaustive 2023 cost of living city rankings.

Nature buffs and adventure seekers can't miss seeing the stunning Norwegian fjords during their cruise. Bergen is a great jumping-off point to see fjords like Hardangerfjord, the country's second-largest fjord.

Olsen Drinks Package Upgrade is a great way to save on the cost of your trip. Guests can enjoy a selection of beers, wines, spirits and soft drinks from just £24.99 per person, per night* (£35 per person, per night on cruises of five nights or less and Speciality Sailings).

Do cruises include food? The price of every Fred. Olsen cruise holiday includes food. Our cruises include breakfast, lunch, five-course à la carte dinners and even late-night snacks from our main restaurants, as well as afternoon tea and self-service tea and coffee in selected on board venues.

Bolette and Borealis are the newest ships to join the Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines fleet.

Fred Olsen Cruise Lines have confirmed that MS Braemar has been sold to Villa Vie Residences who, under the new name of Villa Vie Odyssey, plan to transform the boat into a residential cruise ship complete with villas as residences. A spokesperson for Fred Olsen said Braemar has been part of their fleet since 2001.

Fred Olsen Cruise Lines Fleet

There are four ships in the Fred Olsen Cruise Lines' fleet. Balmoral, Bolette, Borealis and Braemar.