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A Voyage of Exploration Around the World - Liverpool - T250106

4th Jan 2025 | 110 nights | Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines | Bolette

Includes The Enjoyment Promise
Add Drinks Package from £24.99 per day
Good for traditional cruisers & solo travellers
Classic cruising on smaller ships
Hand-crafted itineraries to lesser-known ports
Warm, attentive and personal service onboard
Southampton
Lisbon
Cruising Tagus River
Cruising by Cristo Rei & Abril 25 Bridge
Santa Cruz, Tenerife
Praia
Rio de Janeiro
Ilhabela
Montevideo
Buenos Aires
Strait of Magellan
Punta Arenas
Puerto Deseado
Chilean Fjords (Cruising)
Valparaiso
Isla Robinson Crusoe
Alejandro Selkirk Island
Hangaroa, Easter Island
Pitcairn Island
Papeete, Tahiti
Bora Bora
Rarotonga
Nuku Alofa
Sydney, New South Wales
Melbourne, Victoria
Hobart, Tasmania
Albany, Western Australia
Fremantle (Perth), Western Australia
Port Louis
Pointe des Galets
Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth)
Cape Town
Luderitz
Walvis Bay
Jamestown, Saint Helena
Dakar
Santa Cruz de la Palma
Funchal, Madeira
Includes The Enjoyment Promise
Add Drinks Package from £24.99 per day
Good for traditional cruisers & solo travellers
Classic cruising on smaller ships
Hand-crafted itineraries to lesser-known ports
Warm, attentive and personal service onboard
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Day
Date
 
Arrival
Departure
 
1
4th Jan 2025 Saturday
Liverpool
18:00
2
5th Jan 2025 Sunday
At Sea
23:00
23:00
3
6th Jan 2025 Monday
Southampton
06:00
18:00
4
7th Jan 2025 Tuesday
At Sea
23:00
23:00
5
8th Jan 2025 Wednesday
At Sea
23:00
23:00
6
9th Jan 2025 Thursday
Lisbon
06:00
18:00
6
9th Jan 2025 Thursday
Cruising by Cristo Rei & Abril 25 Bridge
18:00
18:00
6
9th Jan 2025 Thursday
Cruising Tagus River
18:00
18:00
7
10th Jan 2025 Friday
At Sea
23:00
23:00
8
11th Jan 2025 Saturday
Santa Cruz, Tenerife
13:00
23:00
9
12th Jan 2025 Sunday
At Sea
23:00
23:00
10
13th Jan 2025 Monday
At Sea
23:00
23:00
11
14th Jan 2025 Tuesday
Praia
06:00
18:00
12
15th Jan 2025 Wednesday
At Sea
23:00
23:00
13
16th Jan 2025 Thursday
At Sea
23:00
23:00
14
17th Jan 2025 Friday
At Sea
15
18th Jan 2025 Saturday
At Sea
16
19th Jan 2025 Sunday
At Sea
17
20th Jan 2025 Monday
At Sea
18
21st Jan 2025 Tuesday
Rio de Janeiro
06:00
23:00
19
22nd Jan 2025 Wednesday
Ilhabela
06:00
23:00
20
23rd Jan 2025 Thursday
At Sea
23:00
23:00
21
24th Jan 2025 Friday
At Sea
23:00
23:00
22
25th Jan 2025 Saturday
Montevideo
06:00
23:00
23
26th Jan 2025 Sunday
Buenos Aires
06:00
23:00
24
27th Jan 2025 Monday
At Sea
23:00
23:00
25
28th Jan 2025 Tuesday
At Sea
23:00
23:00
26
29th Jan 2025 Wednesday
At Sea
27
30th Jan 2025 Thursday
Strait of Magellan
18:00
18:00
28
31st Jan 2025 Friday
Punta Arenas
06:00
18:00
29
1st Feb 2025 Saturday
Puerto Deseado
06:00
06:00
29
1st Feb 2025 Saturday
Chilean Fjords (Cruising)
13:00
18:00
30
2nd Feb 2025 Sunday
Chilean Fjords (Cruising)
13:00
18:00
31
3rd Feb 2025 Monday
At Sea
23:00
23:00
32
4th Feb 2025 Tuesday
At Sea
23:00
23:00
33
5th Feb 2025 Wednesday
Valparaiso
06:00
23:00
34
6th Feb 2025 Thursday
At Sea
23:00
23:00
35
7th Feb 2025 Friday
Isla Robinson Crusoe
06:00
23:00
36
8th Feb 2025 Saturday
Alejandro Selkirk Island
06:00
06:00
37
9th Feb 2025 Sunday
At Sea
23:00
23:00
38
10th Feb 2025 Monday
At Sea
23:00
23:00
39
11th Feb 2025 Tuesday
At Sea
40
12th Feb 2025 Wednesday
Hangaroa, Easter Island
06:00
18:00
41
13th Feb 2025 Thursday
At Sea
23:00
23:00
42
14th Feb 2025 Friday
At Sea
23:00
23:00
43
15th Feb 2025 Saturday
Pitcairn Island
18:00
18:00
44
16th Feb 2025 Sunday
At Sea
23:00
23:00
45
17th Feb 2025 Monday
At Sea
23:00
23:00
46
18th Feb 2025 Tuesday
Papeete, Tahiti
06:00
23:00
47
19th Feb 2025 Wednesday
Bora Bora
06:00
23:00
48
20th Feb 2025 Thursday
At Sea
23:00
23:00
49
21st Feb 2025 Friday
Rarotonga
06:00
18:00
50
22nd Feb 2025 Saturday
At Sea
06:00
23:00
51
23rd Feb 2025 Sunday
International Date Line
23:00
23:00
52
24th Feb 2025 Monday
At Sea
23:00
23:00
53
25th Feb 2025 Tuesday
Nuku Alofa
06:00
18:00
54
26th Feb 2025 Wednesday
At Sea
23:00
23:00
55
27th Feb 2025 Thursday
At Sea
23:00
23:00
56
28th Feb 2025 Friday
At Sea
57
1st Mar 2025 Saturday
At Sea
58
2nd Mar 2025 Sunday
At Sea
59
3rd Mar 2025 Monday
Sydney, New South Wales
06:00
18:00
60
4th Mar 2025 Tuesday
Sydney, New South Wales
06:00
18:00
61
5th Mar 2025 Wednesday
At Sea
23:00
23:00
62
6th Mar 2025 Thursday
Melbourne, Victoria
06:00
18:00
63
7th Mar 2025 Friday
At Sea
23:00
23:00
64
8th Mar 2025 Saturday
Hobart, Tasmania
06:00
18:00
65
9th Mar 2025 Sunday
At Sea
23:00
23:00
66
10th Mar 2025 Monday
At Sea
23:00
23:00
67
11th Mar 2025 Tuesday
At Sea
68
12th Mar 2025 Wednesday
Albany, Western Australia
06:00
23:00
69
13th Mar 2025 Thursday
At Sea
23:00
23:00
70
14th Mar 2025 Friday
Fremantle (Perth), Western Australia
06:00
23:00
71
15th Mar 2025 Saturday
At Sea
23:00
23:00
72
16th Mar 2025 Sunday
At Sea
23:00
23:00
73
17th Mar 2025 Monday
At Sea
74
18th Mar 2025 Tuesday
At Sea
75
19th Mar 2025 Wednesday
At Sea
76
20th Mar 2025 Thursday
At Sea
77
21st Mar 2025 Friday
At Sea
78
22nd Mar 2025 Saturday
At Sea
79
23rd Mar 2025 Sunday
Port Louis
06:00
18:00
80
24th Mar 2025 Monday
Pointe des Galets
06:00
18:00
81
25th Mar 2025 Tuesday
At Sea
23:00
23:00
82
26th Mar 2025 Wednesday
At Sea
23:00
23:00
83
27th Mar 2025 Thursday
At Sea
84
28th Mar 2025 Friday
At Sea
85
29th Mar 2025 Saturday
Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth)
06:00
23:00
86
30th Mar 2025 Sunday
At Sea
23:00
23:00
87
31st Mar 2025 Monday
Cape Town
06:00
23:00
88
1st Apr 2025 Tuesday
Cape Town
06:00
23:00
89
2nd Apr 2025 Wednesday
At Sea
90
3rd Apr 2025 Thursday
At Sea
06:00
23:00
91
4th Apr 2025 Friday
Luderitz
06:00
18:00
92
5th Apr 2025 Saturday
Walvis Bay
11:00
23:00
93
6th Apr 2025 Sunday
At Sea
06:00
23:00
94
7th Apr 2025 Monday
At Sea
06:00
23:00
95
8th Apr 2025 Tuesday
At Sea
96
9th Apr 2025 Wednesday
Jamestown, Saint Helena
06:00
18:00
97
10th Apr 2025 Thursday
At Sea
06:00
23:00
98
11th Apr 2025 Friday
At Sea
06:00
23:00
99
12th Apr 2025 Saturday
At Sea
100
13th Apr 2025 Sunday
At Sea
101
14th Apr 2025 Monday
Dakar
11:00
23:00
102
15th Apr 2025 Tuesday
At Sea
06:00
23:00
103
16th Apr 2025 Wednesday
At Sea
06:00
23:00
104
17th Apr 2025 Thursday
Santa Cruz de la Palma
06:00
13:00
105
18th Apr 2025 Friday
Funchal, Madeira
06:00
18:00
106
19th Apr 2025 Saturday
At Sea
06:00
23:00
107
20th Apr 2025 Sunday
At Sea
06:00
23:00
108
21st Apr 2025 Monday
At Sea
109
22nd Apr 2025 Tuesday
Southampton
06:00
23:00
110
23rd Apr 2025 Wednesday
At Sea
06:00
23:00
111
24th Apr 2025 Thursday
Liverpool
06:00

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has revamped its fleet with the addition of the 1,338-passenger flagship Bolette. One of two vessels -- Amsterdam and Rotterdam -- purchased from Holland America Line the ships will replace Boudicca and Black Watch which were retired from the line following the acquisition. Renamed Bolette and Borealis, after two previous Fred. ships, they joined the fleet in September 2020 to become the line's two largest vessels and Bolette, formerly Amsterdam, will set sail under its new flag in March 2021.

The family-run Norwegian-owned line caters mainly to mature British passengers with a classic style of cruising on its four-strong fleet of small and mid-size ships. The ship was built in 2000 at the Italian Fincantieri shipyard as the fourth and last ship in HAL's Rotterdam (R) class) and refurbished in 2015.

Bolette's 690 cabins are situated across five decks and divided into 12 categories. They range in size from interior cabins which measure 185 square feet to 575-square-feet Premier Suites. Bolette has more than 50 single cabins, with grades ranging from Inside to Balcony Suite, plus wheelchair accessible accommodation and staterooms with bathtubs. Standard amenities in all cabins include tea and coffee making facilities, fridge, TV entertainment system, hairdryer and safe.

Offering more public space than Boudicca and Black Watch, Bolette has six restaurants. The main dining room is a grand two-tiered venue with a variety of seating options. There is also a relaxed buffet restaurant, included in the fare, and smaller speciality restaurants which can be booked for a supplement. The 11 bars and lounges include a split level show lounge for after-dinner entertainment and smaller bars and lounges; some of them also featuring live music and comedy.

Other facilities on Bolette include two swimming pools -- one with a retractable roof and the other overlooking the aft of the ship -- two hot tubs and a spa with a thermal area, hydro pool, two saunas and nine treatment rooms. There are also tennis and basketball courts and a culinary theatre used for cookery classes and chef demonstrations. Wi-Fi is available throughout the ship for an extra fee and a variety of Internet packages are available. All passenger decks are served by lifts. The ship has a self-service laundry, with washing machines operated by pre-purchased tokens, plus ironing boards. A cabin laundry service is also available, at additional cost.

The dress code on Bolette is casual by day and smart casual in all restaurants at night, aside from the buffet which is casual. There are one or two formal black tie nights depending on the cruise duration. A themed British night is a popular addition to most sailings of more than five nights, where passengers have the option to dress in red, white and blue.

On a cruise holiday, Fred. Olsen know that your on board experience is just as important to you as the time you spend ashore. That's why they are dedicated to ensuring their entertainment programme is packed with activities and memorable performances that help to create inspirational days and unforgettable nights.

Bolette features eleven stylish, spacious and comfortable bars and lounges, providing plenty of choice and variety. When the lights go down and you settle into your evening, Bolette will treat you to a selection of live shows ranging from music and cabaret to quick-fire stand-up comedy, all enjoyed in the space and comfort of her stylish lounges and theatres. And, of course, throughout the ship you can sit, relax and enjoy a glass of your favourite tipple accompanied by the gentle sounds of live acoustic music.

The fine dining experience enjoyed in in the elegant restaurants and dining venues on board their ships is a high point of every Fred. Olsen cruise. There are deliciously-tempting, expertly prepared dishes, from perfectly cooked breakfasts to sumptuous five course á la carte dinners, on offer throughout the day, presented with the personal touch of Fred. Olsen's famously attentive service.

There's an undoubted sense of occasion to dining in Bolette's main restaurant, a grand two-tiered venue featuring classical, elegant décor and a variety of seating options and table sizes, perfect for both intimate and large group dining. Guests can choose to dine in one of the smaller supplementary dining venues too, or perhaps at the more relaxed buffet restaurant.  

The dress code in all restaurants is casual during the day, while the evenings are usually smart-casual, apart from on Bolette's fantastic Formal Nights. 

Best for...

Mature, budget-minded Brits who don't need brand-new ships to keep them happy.

Not the best for...

Party animals, anyone looking for cruising's latest and greatest high-energy activities.

Who goes on Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines cruise ships?

Fred. Olsen appeals mainly to Brits over 65, with entertainment and activities geared to this demographic. A smattering of North Americans can also be found onboard, and in summer, multigenerational families are encouraged to join cruises operating in the school holidays. Cruisers who choose Fred. Olsen want comfort rather than glitz and are not over fussed about fripperies like balcony cabins, butler service and multiple dining choices. The friendly atmosphere onboard also means a lot of solo travellers are attracted to the line.


Do I have to dress up on a Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines cruise?

Yes, there is a dress code. Most evenings are smart-casual, which means collared shirts and chinos or smart jeans for men and dresses or separates for ladies -- just no shorts, sleeveless T-shirts or tracksuits. Formal nights -- usually one per cruise -- require black tie or black suit and tie for men (and the tie rule is enforced in the dining room!) and cocktail or long dresses for ladies. There are also occasional theme nights, like a red, white and blue British night.


Is everything included on Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines cruises?

No. Drinks, crew tips, spa treatments, some exercise classes, specialty restaurants, the formal afternoon tea and excursions cost extra.


What are Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines's most popular activities?

Passengers on Fred. Olsen tend to be traditional, so classic cruise activities, including quizzes and lectures, bridge lessons and tournaments, and arts and crafts sessions, are, by far, the most popular. Dancing is also in demand, with gentlemen dance hosts onboard and regular ballroom and Latin American sessions.


  • Comfortable rooms and suites with tv, hairdryer, tea and coffee making facilities and individually controlled air conditioning
  • Tempting cuisine every day throughout your cruise - with five course à la carte dinners, casual breakfast and lunch buffets and late-night snacks
  • Self-service tea and coffee at selected venues, morning coffee with biscuits, and afternoon sandwiches and cakes
  • In-room sandwiches and snacks
  • All evening entertainment, including cabaret shows, live music and dancing
  • Captain's Drinks Party and Gala Buffet (Gala Buffet not available on cruises of four nights or less)
  • Use of leisure facilities, including complimentary fitness classes, swimming pools, Jacuzzis and use of our fitness centre
  • A wide choice of on board activities and lectures throughout the day
  • All UK port taxes (where collectable in advance)
  • Luggage porterage between your room and the drop-off/pick-up point
  • Flights, as confirmed as part of a fly-cruise holiday
  • And everything on board is priced in Sterling - so you don't have any worries about currency fluctuations

Longer Cruises with Fred. Olsen

Longer & World Cruises with Fred. Olsen

Fred. Olsen's hand-crafted itineraries are designed to show you the very best that the world has to offer on their smaller ships, by not only visiting some of the greatest destinations, but by embracing the joy of the journey too.

No matter where in the world they visit, they'll take you on a journey that goes beyond the usual tourist perspective, to ensure you can really delve into the culture, beauty and history of your chosen regions of discovery. So, you'll find that there are opportunities to experience unforgettable scenic cruising of beautiful fjords, rivers and archipelagos, in addition to time spent ashore encountering countless sights and highlights in iconic cities as well as lesser-known places found off the beaten track.

14 nights or longer in length, these cruises – including their epic Grand Voyages and World Cruises – offer explorations of places far and wide, from the historic countries of Northern Europe to the spectacular, rugged landscapes of the Antarctic.

On a Fred. Olsen cruise, the world awaits...

Fred. Olsen Fares Explained

What's the difference between Fred. Olsen's Freedom & Saver Fares?

Freedom Fares

Freedom Fares are designed so that you can benefit from the best choice of cabins and relax knowing your holiday is planned out. They offer the best choice, benefits and flexibility, including being able to choose your cabin number.

Included with Freedom Fares:

  • Your choice of restaurant is confirmed at time of booking (subject to availability)
  • Your choice of dining time is confirmed at time of booking (subject to availability)
  • Your table size at dinner can be requested (but not guaranteed)
  • Cabin grade can be chosen at time of booking
  • Cabin number can be chosen at time of booking
  • 15% deposit on bookings before 90 days of departure
  • Standard cancellation fee
  • Oceans Discount - as applicable, based on membership level (subject to Oceans Club terms and conditions)
  • Booking transferable to another cruise (once only per booking)
  • Priority booking for pre-booked Shore Tours (subject to availability)
  • Oceans benefits on board (subject to availability)
  • Priority for cabin upgrades (complimentary or charged, when available, subject to availability)
  • Free shuttle bus to local centre (where operating)
  • Priority debarkation at end of cruise (available on request, but not guaranteed)

Saver Fares

Saver Fares have been designed to offer promotional fares with a simplified pricing structure.

As Saver Fares offer guests specially reduced prices, the following terms and conditions are applicable:

  • Full payment is required at the time of booking
  • 100% cancellation charges apply
  • No refunds are permitted
  • Non-transferrable to any other cruise once booked
  • No cabin number and / or cabin grade is provided at the time of booking (cabin number will be advised on the cruise ticket)
  • Oceans Cruise Club discounts are not combinable with Saver Fares. Oceans points will be earned however.
  • Dining sitting will be allocated at Fred. Olsen's discretion and will be advised within the cruise ticket. Saver Fare guests can choose to book a specific dining sitting at the time of booking for a supplement of £2.00 per person per night.
  • Table sizes cannot be requested when booking on a Saver Fare.

Saver Fare Plus

All of the above Saver Fare terms and conditions apply however you will receive your grade of cabin at time of booking.
Cabin upgrades are subject to availability and may be complimentary or payable. Free shuttle bus is to the local centre and is not offered where the local centre is within walking distance.

Prices based on:

Superior Ocean View Cabin
Superior Ocean View Cabin

  • Twin beds convertible into a queen-size bed
  • Large picture window
  • En-suite bathroom with bath and/or shower
  • Climate control, interactive smart TV, desk, phone, mini-fridge, hairdryer and tea & coffee making facilities
  • Approximate size 214sq ft
  • Located on Highland Deck 6 and Promenade Deck 3 (B Grade)
  • Located on Coral Deck 2 (C Grade)

Terrace Cabin
Terrace Cabin

  • Twin beds convertible into a queen-size bed
  • Private bathroom with shower
  • Sitting area
  • Sliding glass doors with access to Promenade
  • Two designated sun loungers
  • Climate control, interactive smart TV, desk, phone, mini-fridge, hairdryer and tea & coffee making facilities
  • Approximate size 218 sq ft
  • Located on Promenade Deck 3

Balcony Junior Suite
Balcony Junior Suite

  • Twin beds convertible into a queen-size bed
  • Sitting area
  • Private balcony
  • Private bathroom with bath and/or shower
  • Climate control, interactive smart TV, desk, phone, mini-fridge, hairdryer and tea & coffee making facilities
  • Approximate size 244 sq ft
  • Located on Highland Deck 6

Balcony Suite
Balcony Suite

  • Twin beds convertible into a queen-size bed
  • Sitting area
  • Private balcony
  • Private bathroom with bath and/or shower
  • Climate control, interactive smart TV, desk, phone, mini-fridge, hairdryer and tea & coffee making facilities
  • Approximate size 283 sq ft
  • Located on Highland Deck 6

Premier Suite
Premier Suite

  • King-size bed
  • Sitting and dressing areas
  • Private balcony with large table, chairs and sun loungers
  • Private bathroom with bath and shower
  • Climate control, interactive smart TV, desk, phone, mini-fridge, hairdryer and tea & coffee making facilities
  • Approximate size 568-644 sq ft
  • Located on Bridge Deck 7

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