Cruise Lines Announces Summer Sailings from Dover

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Fred Olsen Cruise Lines is set to embark on a summer of adventure from Dover, U.K., offering a variety of cruises to picturesque destinations, including Norway, Iceland, Portugal, and the Azores aboard the elegant Borealis.

Returning to Dover with a Splash

This summer, Fred Olsen Cruise Lines marks a triumphant return to Dover, England, where Borealis, will embark on a journey through some of the most stunning locations in Europe. The offerings range from the majestic Norwegian Fjords to the volcanic landscapes of Iceland.

The season kicks off with the 14-night โ€œMaritime Cities and Sailing Events of the Balticโ€ cruise, setting sail on June 27, 2024. This itinerary is specially designed to coincide with the Tall Ships Race in Helsinki, Finland, and the Kieler Woche in Kiel, Germany, offering passengers a blend of nautical spectacle and historical exploration.

โ€œThese itineraries have been hand-crafted to maximise the experience of our guests on board by taking them to the very best places at the very best times,โ€ said Clare Ward, director of product and customer service at Fred Olsen Cruise Lines.

โ€œThroughout the summer months, guests will be able to see puffins before they migrate from Iceland, the awe-inspiring Stokkur Geyser and Goรฐafoss Waterfall, admire the beautiful blue hydrangeas synonomous with the Azores, and take the funicular railway to the top of Mount Flรธyen for a hike in Norway,โ€ Ward added.

Additional itinerary highlights include visits to Gdansk, Poland; a stop in the historic city of Visby, Sweden; and time in charming Tallinn, Estonia.

A Summer of Diverse Adventures

Following the Baltic cruise, Borealis will set off on the 11-night โ€œWhales and Volcanic Landscapes of Icelandโ€ cruise on July 11, 2024. 

Subsequent voyages include the 9-night โ€œScenic Landscapes and Wildlife of the British Islesโ€ cruise, departing on July 22, 2024, offering an opportunity to explore the rich natural and cultural heritage of the British Isles.

Borealis cruise ship
Borealis cruise ship (Photo Credit: P.Cartwright)

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On July 31, 2024, the 14-night โ€œVolcanic Islands of the Azores and Madeiraโ€ cruise embarks, offering a blend of floral beauty and marine adventure.

Finally, the 8-night โ€œSummertime Norwegian Fjordsโ€ cruise, starting on August 14, 2024, promises serene explorations of Norwayโ€™s fjords, including the famous Nรฆrรธyfjord.

The Borealis Experience and Special Offers

Borelais, originally joining Fred Olsen Cruise Linesโ€™ fleet in 2021 after its tenure with Holland America Line, offers an intimate cruising experience.

Weighing over 62,000 tons and accommodating approximately 1,360 passengers, the ship is designed to provide a more personal and relaxed atmosphere for its guests.

Borealis at sea
Borealis at sea

Highlighting the allure of BorealisSonia Limbrick, head of business development for cruise at the Port of Dover, said, โ€œWe are delighted to be welcoming Fred Olsen Cruise lines back again for more calls in 2024. We have shared many adventures and celebrations over nearly three decades and look forward to the newest member of the fleet, Borealis, joining us this year for what I am sure will be another great chapter together.โ€

The summer 2024 sailings from Dover pricing starts at ยฃ2,099 per person for the โ€œMartime Cities and Sailing Events of the Baltic,โ€ ยฃ1,599 per person for the โ€œWhales and Volcanic Landscapes of Icelandโ€ cruise, ยฃ1,399 per person for the โ€œScenic Landscapes and Wildlife of the British Islesโ€ cruise, ยฃ1,999 per person for the โ€œVolcanic Islands of the Azores and Madeira,โ€ and ยฃ1,249 per person for โ€œSummertime Norwegian Fjords.โ€

Guests booking selected cruises departing in 2024 and 2025 by January 31 can enjoy additional benefits such as free drinks or onboard spend.

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Lissa Poirot
Lissa Poirot
Lissa Poirot has been covering travel for more than a decade, including sites such as TripAdvisor, CruiseCritic, The Points Guy, Family Vacation Critic, and Family Traveller. Her love of travel has led Lissa to visit more than 43 countries and has her on a mission to see every state in the U.S. (only 4 states to go!). When she's not traveling, she's exploring new attractions and events on the weekends, be it in New York City or Philadelphia, as Lissa lives between both fabulous cities.

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