As a family-run cruise line, we place great emphasis on providing a personal experience. While many cruise lines are opting for larger ships filled with more passengers, we firmly believe that smaller is better. We treat our passengers as guests and choose to dock at smaller ports in more interesting locations, avoiding overcrowding both aboard and ashore. At capacity, our ships sail with only 900 to 1,400 guests.

Our small team of specialist itinerary planners takes immense pride in handcrafting each journey, ensuring we showcase hidden gems alongside the highlights on all our sailings. This dedication has earned us the Cruise Critic award for Best Itineraries for five consecutive years.

Cruise from seven regional UK ports to hundreds of destinations worldwide in the comfort and classic style of our smaller-sized ships. For most of the year, our ships are based in Britain, with departures from Rosyth (Edinburgh), Newcastle, Liverpool, Dover, Southampton, Portsmouth, and Belfast. Experience the world with us, where every detail is meticulously crafted for your enjoyment.

Reason to book

OUR SMALLER SHIPS

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

OUR HAND-CRAFTED ITINERARIES

Our journey planners take immense pride in creating fresh itineraries each year. This dedication ensures that you sail the most imaginative routes and visit the world’s most extraordinary destinations at the optimal times to experience them.
Imagine discovering the Azores during the Perseid Meteor Shower, exploring Mumbai during the vibrant Holi Festival, or witnessing the massive migration of Humpback whales off the coast of Canada. These meticulous plans are why we’ve been awarded Cruise Critic’s ‘Best Itineraries’ for five consecutive years.

THE JOY OF THE JOURNEY

We put great thought into making each day with us as stimulating and enjoyable as possible. Our ‘Treats of the Region’ cooking demonstrations and “Itinerary Insights” informative talks are curated for the specific regions we visit, giving you a deeper understanding and appreciation of the destinations before you arrive. Our on-deck ‘Stargazing’ talks offer insights into the universe that surrounds us.

OUR PEOPLE

What sets a Fred. Olsen cruise apart, more than anything else, is our people. As Mr. Olsen himself says, ‘It’s all about the people. All of it, everything’. Our smaller ships allow our crew to get to know you personally and understand your preferences. The warm, attentive, and personal care provided by our crew is greatly appreciated by our guests. Our people are truly the heart of what makes a Fred. Olsen cruise so special.