Your cruise at a glance
Hand-crafted highlights
Your cruise on board Bolette will takes you off the beaten track to remote destinations where geological wonders await your discovery, from remote islands to geysers and waterfalls, glaciers and icebergs .Your voyage has been timed to encounter the world's largest population of humpback whales off the coast of Newfoundland, which you can search for with the help of wildlife charity ORCA, and you may also be lucky enough to spot a polar bear climbing the rocky islands of Nunavut. Immerse yourself in the local way of life by embracing Gaelic influenced experiences, such as sea shanties and jigs, while capturing unspoilt scenery and elusive wildlife. As part of your journey, our guests will learn more about L’Anse aux Meadows in Newfoundland. Known as the only confirmed Norse settlement in North America, it holds a special significance to the Olsen family.
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Rugged & Remote Landscapes
Flanked by rugged mountains, and punctuated by blue-white glaciers, Bolette will sail along the icy waters of Prins Christiansund; and you will also have the opportunity to walk on the Earth’s exposed mantle at Gros Morne National Park, one of the very few places in the world where it’s visible. You'll be joined by Geologist James Floyd, who has conducted field studies in Newfoundland, and will talk about the unusual rocks of Gros Morne and it's geology, along with the forming of the Qooroq glacier and fjord.The Qooroq ice fjord, renowned for its floating icebergs carved from the Qooroq Glacier, offer mesmerising views of varying shades of blue icebergs in a range of sizes and shapes, surrounded by the contrasting scenery of Greenland's rocky mountains.
Canadian community spirit
As you step ashore in Canada, you'll be embraced by a land of storytelling, folklore, music and dancing. In St. John's, you can experience the "Screech-in" ceremony, where newcomers are welcomed into the Newfoundland region by taking a shot of screech rum, reciting the Screecher's Creed, and kissing the cod! This lighthearted way of welcoming visitors to the community is certainly not to be missed. Folk music and dancing here have a distinctly Gaelic heritage, with Irish sea shanties sung and Newfoundland jigs and reels danced to Scottish bagpipes. You'll have the chance to meet with multi-award-winning fiddler Kelly Russell and explore the history of the Irish-Newfoundland connection through stories and music on a tour from Bolette.
Marine Wildlife
Your cruise has been perfectly time for you to see the world's largest population of humpback whales feed off the coast of Newfoundland as they return here each year. You will be joined by experts from wildlife charity ORCA, who will be out on deck as they go in search of whales and other marine mammals, and provide you with assistance on how to spot different cetacean species. From St. John's, join us on a boat tour to go whale watching and see these majestic mammals in their natural environment.
L'Anse aux Meadows
L’Anse aux Meadows is an archaeological site located on the northern tip of the island of Newfoundland in Canada. Renowned as the only confirmed Norse settlement in North America, it holds great historical significance. In the early 1960s, Norwegian husband-and-wife archaeologists, Helge Ingstad and Anne Stine Ingstad, embarked on a search for Viking settlements in North America. Fred. Olsen’s father, Thomas Olsen, and his friend Niels Werring, provided the duo with the boat Halten for their expedition, so holds an extraordinary significance to the Olsen family.
Life On Board
Introducing Bolette
With just 690 cabins Bolette fits perfectly in our fleet of smaller ships. With her warm, welcoming atmosphere, timeless style, and classic open deck spaces providing a place to fully immerse yourself in the magic of ocean cruising.
Bolette
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.
Sample Shore Tours
At each port of call on your cruise, we carefully research and hand pick Shore Tour options for you, designed for you see as many of the world's best destinations as possible.
Below, you will find some sample Shore Tours which will give you an example of what to expect on your cruise. Your Shore Tours will be available to book approximately 8-13 weeks prior to departure via your My Cruises account.
Newfoundland's Irish Heritage
Explore the history of the Irish-Newfoundland connection through stories, music, and an up close and personal meeting with multi-award-winning fiddler Kelly Russell.
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St. John's
Gros Morne Discovery Centre & HIke
Explore the Gros Morne Discovery Centre to observe the landscape through interactive exhibitions and the viewing deck before enjoying a walk through the barren landscape and witnessing rocks from the middle layers of the Earth.
££££
Corner Brook
Qooroq Ice Fjord
Set sail on the Qooroq Ice Fjord for a breathtaking journey and see the glimmering icebergs up close. Aboard a local boat, your captain will navigate into the mouth of the fjord, providing you with numerous photo opportunities of the icebergs
££££
Narsarsuaq
Golden Circle
Witness Iceland’s spectacular natural wonders. Drive over the moorlands of Mosfellsheiði en route to Þingvellir National Park. Visit Goðafoss Waterfall and watch the water from the Hvítá River thunder before visiting the Geysir geothermal area.
££££
Reykjavík
Your Guest Speakers
We’ve arranged for some wonderful guest speakers to join us for this cruise. They will be delivering a programme of insightful talks and activities to deepen your cultural, artistic and historical understanding of the destinations we will be exploring, well as helping you to enjoy the natural beauty of the places we visit.
Orca
Founded in 2001, ORCA is a group of Ocean Conservationists. Join them out on deck to search the seas for marine life.
Paul Njølstad
Paul has worked for Parks Canada at L'Anse aux Meadows National Historic Site for almost 17 seasons, and is looking forward to sharing the history of his ancestors.
Penny Goodman
Arctic enthusiast and Polar Geographer, Penny Goodman, has led expeditions all over the Arctic. As we explore Iceland, Greenland and Canada together, Penny will be joining us on board delivering a series of insightful talks.
Professor Glenn Patrick
Physicist Glenn Patrick has spent most of his career working at the CERN laboratory in Geneva. He will be on hand delivering a series of talks on earth and science subjects as well as leading stargazing sessions out on deck.
Professor James Floyd
Geologist and Natural Historian James Floyd has conducted field work along the Eastern Canadian coastline. During this time on board, he will be delivering a series of insightful talks on the geology of Newfoundland, Nova Scotia and Labrador.
Susan Atkinson
Born in St. John's, Newfoundland when it was an independent colony, Susan is a trained physiotherapist and will be on board to give you a local's perspective of St.John's, Newfoundland and Canada, and explain why the 1st July means so much to Newfoundland, and the array of oddities.
The Iversen Family
Join the Iversens family who moved to Greenland in 2008 and now reside in Nuuk, having opened their own hotel to learn about local Greenlandic life.
Treats & Pastimes
In addition to our Signature Experiences, we have a selection of lovely Treats & Pastimes for you to enjoy when on board. Just check your Daily Times each day for full details.
Cabins, Prices & Offers
Cabin Options On Your Cruise
* Prices correct as of 01:00 26/04/2024, based on the lowest available Cruise Only fare, and on two people sharing a twin cabin. Please call +441473746175 for live availability & prices.
* Prices correct as of 01:00 26/04/2024, based on the lowest available Cruise Only fare, and on sole occupancy. Please call +441473746175 for live availability & prices.
Cabin Grades
Balcony Junior Suite (BJ)
Bolette's Balcony Junior Suites have a private balcony and sitting/bedroom area.
| Freedom Fare | From £7,999 pp |
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Terrace Cabin (TC)
Bolette's Terrace Cabins offer access to the Promenade Deck via sliding doors.
| Freedom Fare | From £6,999 pp |
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Ocean View (F)
Bolette's F Grade Ocean View cabins have two portholes and are on decks 1 & 2
| Freedom Fare | From £3,999 pp |
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Interior Cabin (I)
Located on decks 1, 2 & 3, I Grade Interior cabins on Bolette have a bathroom with shower
| Freedom Fare | From £3,499 pp |
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Single Interior Cabin (N)
Bolette’s N Grade Single Interior cabins are situated on deck 1.
| Freedom Fare | From £5,899 pp |
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Balcony Junior Suite (BJ)
Bolette's Balcony Junior Suites have a private balcony and sitting/bedroom area.
| Freedom Fare | From £11,999 |
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Terrace Cabin (TC)
Bolette's Terrace Cabins offer access to the Promenade Deck via sliding doors.
| Freedom Fare | From £13,298.10 |
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Superior Ocean Fully Obstructed View (CO)
CO Grade Superior Ocean View cabins have a fully obstructed picture view window
| Freedom Fare | From £5,899 |
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Interior Cabin (H)
H Grade Interior cabins on Bolette are located on decks 1 & 2
| Freedom Fare | From £6,473.25 |
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Single Interior Cabin (N)
Bolette’s N Grade Single Interior cabins are situated on deck 1.
| Freedom Fare | From £5,899 |
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Cruise Offers
What's Included
SO MUCH ALREADY INCLUDED
As well as our Signature Experiences, there are a host of other treats to enjoy on board our ships.
Dining & Lounges
- À la carte breakfast, lunch & dinner
- Daily buffet dining options
- Late night Supper Club
- Afternoon tea
- Self-service tea & coffee
- In-cabin dining & snacks
Treats & Pastimes
- Evening shows
- Live music & dancing
- Dance classes
- Lectures & talks
- Cookery demonstrations
- Traditional deck games
- Daily games & quizzes
Relaxation & Fitness
- Swimming Pools
- Jacuzzis
- Fitness Centre
- Fitness Classes
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