Short Breaks & Weekend Cruises
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.
53 Ocean Cruises
Mountains & Waterfalls of the Norwegian Fjords • L2619
Save to favourites- Sail along the narrow waterways of Maurangerfjord and Åkrafjord
- Immerse yourself in the Norwegian concept of friluftsliv
- Admire the cascading Fureberg and Langfoss waterfalls
Scenic Isles of Scotland • L2620
Save to favourites- Admire Fingal’s Cave, Bac Mòr, and the Small Isles from Balmoral
- Discover local traditions, wildlife, folklore and Shetland ponies
- Learn of the legends of Fingal's Cave and the Ring of Brodgar
Legends & Landmarks of Ireland • S2616
Save to favourites- Admire scenic cruising of iconic sites from the decks of Borealis
- Enjoy traditional Irish music as you sip Guinness or whisky
- Uncover the legend behind the Blarney Stone from Cobh
Summertime Norwegian Fjords • L2622
Save to favourites- Navigate Hjørundfjord and Lustrafjord, home to Feige Waterfall
- Participate in friluftsliv outdoor activities like kayaking or cycling
- Discover the Briksdal or Kjenndalen glaciers on tour from Olden
Coastal Charms of Normandy & Dorset • T2617
Save to favourites- Explore the Jurassic Coast, Etretat’s cliffs, and Honfleur’s harbour
- Sample Dorset apple cake, delicious cheeses, and moule-frites
- Discover sites that inspired Monet and Thomas Hardy
Coastal & Cultural Scottish Isles • L2624
Save to favourites- Admire the towering Duncansby Sea Stacks from Balmoral
- Discover the Scottish culture of Harris Tweed and whisky
- Spot species of marine life such as seals, otters and seabirds, too
French Rivers & Channel Harbours • S2619
Save to favourites- Admire the coastlines of Guernsey and French river cities
- Sample wine in Bordeaux and camembert in Normandy
- Experience a poignant visit to the D-Day beaches from Honfleur
Coastal & Cultural Scottish Isles • T2621
Save to favourites- Witness the intriguing Fingal’s Cave and Bac Mòr from Bolette
- Meet Shetland ponies and visit a working croft
- Spot whales, dolphins, seals, otters, and birdlife while at sea
Exploring the Landscapes of Green Spain • S2622
Save to favourites- Discover the verdant, mountainous scenery of España Verde
- Sample local Rioja wine, Basque cheesecake, and pintxos
- Admire art at the Guggenheim and Bilbao Fine Arts Museum
Norwegian Fjords in Five Nights • L2628
Save to favourites- Enjoy friluftsliv by kayaking, or hiking in Briksdal National Park
- Admire Norway’s scenic landscapes from the decks of Balmoral
- Discover geology and the Ice Age legacy at Kjenndalen glacier
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