Christmas & New Year Cruises 2024/2025

 
 

Spending the festive season on board one of Fred. Olsen’s smaller ships is a truly magical experience, during which you can relax away from the usual hustle and bustle at home. On board our Christmas and New Year cruises, you can expect traditional Christmas feasts, beautiful decorations, incredible entertainment, and the warm service that our crew are renowned for, allowing you to relax and enjoy every moment.

Whether you’d prefer to bask in the winter warmth of the Canary Islands – complete with New Year’s Eve fireworks in Lisbon or Funchal, seek out the awe-inspiring Northern Lights at the most magical time of year, or explore the charming Christmas markets of France and Belgium, each of our festive cruises has something special to offer. 

Imagine opening your curtains to a new destination each day, enjoying happy times with new-found friends, and being looked after by our exceptional crew as you embark upon one of our specially curated Christmas cruises.

Spending the festive season on board one of Fred. Olsen’s smaller ships is a truly magical experience, during which you can relax away from the usual hustle and bustle at home. On board our Christmas and New Year cruises, you can expect traditional Christmas feasts, beautiful decorations, incredible entertainment, and the warm service that our crew are renowned for, allowing you to relax and enjoy every moment. [ReadMore]

Whether you’d prefer to bask in the winter warmth of the Canary Islands – complete with New Year’s Eve fireworks in Lisbon or Funchal, seek out the awe-inspiring Northern Lights at the most magical time of year, or explore the charming Christmas markets of France and Belgium, each of our festive cruises has something special to offer. 

Imagine opening your curtains to a new destination each day, enjoying happy times with new-found friends, and being looked after by our exceptional crew as you embark upon one of our specially curated Christmas cruises.

"This cruise brought the magic of Christmas back for me."
Mr Abbott, River Cities and German Christmas Markets - Feefo Independent Review 

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13 Ocean Cruises

13 Ocean Cruises
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Canary Islands Christmas & Funchal Fireworks • T2528

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Sail from Liverpool
Bolette
22 Dec 2025
14 nights
  • Witness the diverse, natural landscapes of the Canary Islands
  • Embrace Canaries traditions, such as lace in La Palma
  • Welcome in the new year with fireworks in Madeira
Northern lights in Norway Northern lights in Norway Northern lights in Norway

In Search of the Northern Lights at Christmas • L2534

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Sail from Southampton
Balmoral
22 Dec 2025
15 nights
  • Experience the Northern Lights at Christmastime
  • Immerse yourself in the Arctic way of life with husky sledding
  • Discover the fascinating science behind the Aurora Borealis
View from the Cabo Girao cliff, Funchal, Madeira View from the Cabo Girao cliff, Funchal, Madeira Fireworks over Lisbon, Portugal

Canary Islands Christmas with New Year in Lisbon • S2533

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Sail from Portsmouth
Borealis
22 Dec 2025
13 nights
  • Explore the beauty of the Canaries and Lisbon at Christmas 
  • Embrace traditional music and dance, Malvasia wine and local cuisines
  • See in the New Year with Lisbon's impressive fireworks display

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