Short Breaks

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Fred. Olsen's short cruises from the UK have been hand-crafted by our journey planners to offer you a memorable and rewarding break. With our short cruise itineraries that are seven nights or less in duration, and featuring diverse destinations across Europe; these short, yet enriching adventures are the perfect way for you to escape from it all or experience sailing with Fred. Olsen for the first time.

With our short cruises from Southampton, Liverpool, Newcastle or Rosyth, journey into the breathtaking Norwegian fjords as your ship diverts away from the usual cruising route to showcase soraing cliffs, rugged mountains, cascading waterfalls and picturesque villages; enjoy a European city break combined with unforgettable scenic river cruising; or perhaps discover delights closer to home, such as Scotland's rugged isles and lochs.

A Fred. Olsen cruise will offer you the chance to discover how we channel our 175 years of sailing experience and discovering the world into making every single day special for our guests. No matter which of these short break cruises you choose, you'll discover what makes Fred. Olsen smaller ship cruising so special. 

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46 Ocean Cruises

46 Ocean Cruises
Kayaking in Lysefjorden, Norway Kayaking in Lysefjorden, Norway Kayaking in Lysefjorden, Norway
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Summertime Norwegian Fjords in Five Nights • L2423

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Sail from Rosyth
Balmoral
02 Aug 2024
5 nights
  • Experience the natural beauty of Norway in just five nights
  • Cruise the serene waters of Nordfjord, Innvikfjord & Lysefjord
  • Sail under Pulpit Rock and past the Hornelen sea cliff
Views of Lisbon, Portugal Views of Lisbon, Portugal Views of Lisbon, Portugal

Funchal to Dover in 7 nights • S2417DOV

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Sail from Funchal
Borealis
07 Aug 2024
7 nights
  • Explore Lisbon and Oporto by iconic Portuguese trams
  • Sample delectable Pastéis de Nata in Funchal and Lisbon
  • Spot marine life from the decks of Borealis with ORCA
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One-Night Mini-Cruise • L2425

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Sail from Rosyth
Balmoral
22 Aug 2024
1 night
  • One night of Fred. Olsen’s small ship cruising
  • Enjoy delicious food, entertainment and personal service
  • Relax and sample ocean cruising on Balmoral
Nordfjord fjord, mountains, forest and glacier, Norway Nordfjord fjord, mountains, forest and glacier, Norway View of Nordfjord, Norway
£50pp On Board Spend

Summertime Norwegian Fjords & Folklore • L2426

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Sail from Newcastle
Balmoral
23 Aug 2024
6 nights
  • Sail the picturesque Nordfjord, Langsfjord & Innvikfjord
  • Hike to Briksdal Glacier from Olden
  • Take in the sheer vastness of Trollveggen Mountain
St Peter's port, Guernsey St Peter's port, Guernsey St Mary's, Scilly Isles

Discovering Normandy & the Channel Islands • S2419

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Sail from Southampton
Borealis
23 Aug 2024
5 nights
  • Sample a Fred. Olsen cruise over the Bank Holiday
  • Enjoy a Scenic Discovery around the Channel Islands
  • Visit the glorious Tresco Abbey Gardens
Hardangerfjord, Norway Hardangerfjord, Norway Hardangerfjord, Norway
£50pp On Board Spend

Norwegian Fjords & Autumn Fruit Harvest • L2428

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Sail from Newcastle
Balmoral
07 Sep 2024
7 nights
  • Marvel at the nature of the Norwegian fjords as the seasons change
  • Experience local fruit produce in Ulvik
  • See the orchard-covered valleys of the Hardangerfjord from Balmoral
Voringfoss Waterfall, Norway Voringfoss waterfall, Norway Voringfoss Waterfall, Norway
£50pp On Board Spend

Norwegian Fjords & Autumn Fruit Harvest • L2430

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Sail from Newcastle
Balmoral
03 Oct 2024
7 nights
  • Experience Norway as it turns from summer to autumn
  • In Ulvik, sample local fruit produce, such as apple juice and cider
  • Sail past Hornelen - Europe's highest sea cliff
Picos de Europa National Park, Asturias in Spain Picos de Europa National Park, Asturias in Spain Picos de Europa National Park, Asturias in Spain
£50pp On Board Spend

Discovering Northern Spain • T2424

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Sail from Liverpool
Bolette
20 Oct 2024
7 nights
  • Visit three Spanish cities on this week-long getaway
  • Sample pintxos in Bilbao and Asturian cider in Gijón
  • Explore Santiago de Compostela from La Coruña
The Great market square in Antwerp, Belgium The Great market square in Antwerp, Belgium The Great market square in Antwerp, Belgium
£50pp On Board Spend

European River Cities & Christmas Markets • L2436

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Sail from Southampton
Balmoral
16 Dec 2024
6 nights
  • Browse stalls at two traditional Christmas Markets in two cities
  • Sample delicious Belgian chocolates in Antwerp
  • Explore the winding medieval streets of Rouen
Borealis docked in Liverpool, early evening Borealis docked in Liverpool, early evening Borealis docked in Liverpool, early evening

Two-Night Mini-Cruise • T2501

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Sail from Liverpool
Bolette
04 Jan 2025
2 nights
  • Experience smaller sized ship cruising 
  • Enjoy delicious food & great entertainment
  • Sample ocean cruising with Fred. Olsen

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