European City cruises
Our European cruises offer endless opportunities for unforgettable memories, blending breathtaking rivers and waterways with charming villages and attraction-packed cities. Whether you're gliding along the Seine into historic Rouen, marvelling at the Netherlands in full bloom during tulip season, exploring Antwerp’s dazzling diamond district, or soaking up the festive magic of traditional Christmas markets, every journey is filled with discovery. Wherever you choose to sail, you'll experience the beauty, culture and heart of Europe.
Plus, our FREE On-Board Spend offer gives you the chance to make even more special memories! Choose to enjoy an inspiring shore tour, unwind at the Atlantis Spa, or upgrade to our Drinks Package - all with the peace of mind that it’s on us.
Our European sailings deliver countless rewards, combining scenic rivers and waterways with traditional towns and attraction-packed cities. You can choose from a long list of highlights, be it cruising the Seine into Rouen, visiting the Netherlands during tulip season, exploring the diamond district of Antwerp, or heading to Germany to shop the traditional Christmas markets.
Making the most of every single day
Scenic Discoveries – The River Seine
There is very little in the world more peaceful and more tranquil than gliding along beautiful French rivers to cities bursting with culture and history. You can reap the rewards of our smaller ships as we cruise the picturesque Seine River to charming Rouen.
Amsterdam in Tulip Season
Our journey planners have crafted a number of short cruises to Amsterdam to coincide with when the Tulips are in full bloom, a seasonal event that’s synonymous with the Netherlands. There will be a chance to join a tour to meet a tulip grower at a local farm before heading to see the colourful tulips in bloom at Keukenhof Gardens.
European Christmas Markets
There’s something so exciting about a festive cruise. In the run-up to the festivities, there is something magical about taking in the bustle of Christmas markets; breathing in the crisp night air; feeling snug and cosy in the warmth of the ship and seeing the twinkling lights and sparkles of other city’s decorations.
"Good ports of call with ship close to city centres making on shore visits easy."
Mr Peterson, Antwerp & Amsterdam City Break in Five Nights - Feefo Independent Review
"Great ports to visit on this cruise, just walk off the ship and your right in the cities."
Mr Kelly, Netherlands & Belgium City Break - Feefo Independent Review
European City cruises
Our programme of European City cruises have been developed to show you some of the best towns and cities that Europe has to offer, as well as scenic waterways. A lot of our cruises have been designed to coincide with the bank holidays, or to visit ports at the perfect time of year – such as Amsterdam when the tulips are in full bloom.
FIVE THINGS TO SEE IN HAMBURG
Take a Fred. Olsen cruise to the cultural city of Hamburg on one of our smaller cruise ships, and experience an abundance of vibrant and historic attractions.
FIVE THINGS TO SEE IN HAMBURG
Take a Fred. Olsen cruise to the cultural city of Hamburg on one of our smaller cruise ships, and experience an abundance of vibrant and historic attractions.