First Time Cruises

Beautiful views of Flam, Norway
Beautiful views of Flam, Norway

If you're thinking of booking a first time cruise, here at Fred. Olsen, we have a fantastic selection of shorter duration cruises that are sure to appeal. A Fred. Olsen cruise offers you the chance to experience the friendliness of our on board teams, who will go the extra mile to ensure your time spent on board our smaller-sized cruise ships is a memorable one.

If you're cruising for the first time, choose from a selection of shorter cruises to the Norwegian Fjords, sailing around the British Isles, Northern Spain or Scandinavia. You'll experience fantastic scenic cruising, as our ships are able to get you closer to interesting points of interest. At Fred. Olsen, we're perfect for first time cruisers, with our Signature Experiences enabling you to watch local treats of the region being made; or enjoy 'An Audience with...' one of our officers, to learn about life on board a cruise ship.

 

 

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51 Ocean Cruises
Dutch windmill and colorful tulips in spring garden of flowers Keukenhof, Holland, Netherlands. Dutch windmill and colorful tulips in spring garden of flowers Keukenhof, Holland, Netherlands. Dutch windmill and colorful tulips in spring garden of flowers Keukenhof, Holland, Netherlands.
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Dutch Tulips & Waterways in Five Nights • S2408

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Southampton
Borealis
02 May 2024
5 nights
  • A bank holiday break of traditional Dutch experiences
  • In Amsterdam, see the Keukenhof tulips in bloom 
  • Sail the peaceful Nieuwe Maas
Nordfjord, Norway Nordfjord, Norway Nordfjord, Norway
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Springtime Norwegian Fjords in Five Nights • L2412

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Newcastle
Balmoral
03 May 2024
5 nights
  • Explore scenic Norwegian Fjords on a Bank Holiday escape
  • Experience the Norwegian way of life by spending time outdoors
  • Scenic cruise along some of Norway's most spectacular fjords
Passengers looking out to Fingals cave from onboard, UK Passengers looking out to Fingals cave from onboard, UK Passengers looking out to Fingals cave from onboard, UK

Scenic Isles of Scotland in Five Nights • T2409

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Liverpool
Bolette
03 May 2024
5 nights
  • Enjoy a relaxing break over the May Day Bank Holiday
  • Join ORCA on deck of Bolette to spot whales 
  • Visit Orkney and the Isle of Lewis for historic sites 
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view of Port of Ness on the Isle of Lewis in the Outer Hebrides view of Port of Ness on the Isle of Lewis in the Outer Hebrides View of Port of Ness on the Isle of Lewis in the Outer Hebrides
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Wildlife & Culture of the Scenic Scottish Isles • S2409

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Southampton
Borealis
07 May 2024
7 nights
  • Marvel at the volcanic Giant's Causeway
  • Go on a Scenic Discovery past Sumburgh Head
  • Spot marine and birdlife at two remote Scottish isles
Dynjandi waterfall, Westfjords of Iceland Dynjandi waterfall, Westfjords of Iceland Dynjandi waterfall, Westfjords of Iceland
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Whales & Volcanic Landscapes of Iceland • S2410

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Southampton
Borealis
14 May 2024
11 nights
  • Experience some of Iceland’s remarkable wonders of nature 
  • See spurting geysers and thundering waterfalls
  • Spot whales and other cetaceans from the decks of Borealis with ORCA
Beautiful views of Nordfjord, Norway Beautiful views of Nordfjord, Norway Beautiful views of Nordfjord, Norway
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Springtime Norwegian Fjords in Five Nights • L2414

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Newcastle
Balmoral
23 May 2024
5 nights
  • Enjoy a taste of the Norwegian fjords in five nights
  • Sail the picturesque Nordfjord on board Balmoral
  • Learn how the Briksdal Glacier has changed over time
Views of Portree, Isle of Skye, Scotland Views of Portree, Isle of Skye, Scotland Views of Portree, Isle of Skye, Scotland
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Scenic Scottish Isles in Five Nights • T2411

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Liverpool
Bolette
25 May 2024
5 nights
  • Discover the awe-inspiring scenery of the Hebrides
  • Join ORCA on deck to spot marine life
  • Discover seabird and marine life of the Scottish Isles
Garenin blackhouse village on the west coast of the Isle of Lewis in the Outer Hebrides of Scotland, Garenin blackhouse village on the west coast of the Isle of Lewis in the Outer Hebrides of Scotland, Garenin blackhouse village on the west coast of the Isle of Lewis in the Outer Hebrides of Scotland,
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The Life & Nature of Scotland's Scenic Isles • L2415

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Newcastle
Balmoral
28 May 2024
8 nights
  • Discover natural wonders and wildlife close to home
  • Join ORCA to spot marine life from Balmoral's decks
  • Take a tour to Skara Brae from Kirkwall
Seven sisters waterfall in Geirangerfjord, Norway Seven sisters waterfall in Geirangerfjord, Norway Seven sisters waterfall in Geirangerfjord, Norway
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Springtime Norwegian Fjords • T2412

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Liverpool
Bolette
30 May 2024
9 nights
  • Scenic cruise along UNESCO-listed Geirangerfjord 
  • Tour to Trollveggan and Trollstigen and discover troll folklore
  • Experience the outdoor Norwegian culture of friluftsliv
Balmoral cruising by Furebergsfossen waterfall, Norway Balmoral cruising by Furebergsfossen waterfall, Norway Balmoral cruising by Furebergsfossen waterfall, Norway
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Spring Falls, Glaciers & Norwegian Fjords • L2416

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Newcastle
Balmoral
05 Jun 2024
7 nights
  • See the natural highlights of the Norwegian fjords in spring
  • Witness the power of the sprawling Fureberg Waterfall
  • Hike to the awe-inspiring Briksdal Glacier from Olden

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