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Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has revamped its fleet with the addition of the 1,338-passenger flagship Bolette. One of two vessels -- Amsterdam and Rotterdam -- purchased from Holland America Line the ships will replace Boudicca and Black Watch which were retired from the line following the acquisition. Renamed Bolette and Borealis, after two previous Fred. ships, they joined the fleet in September 2020 to become the line's two largest vessels and Bolette, formerly Amsterdam, will set sail under its new flag in March 2021.

The family-run Norwegian-owned line caters mainly to mature British passengers with a classic style of cruising on its four-strong fleet of small and mid-size ships. The ship was built in 2000 at the Italian Fincantieri shipyard as the fourth and last ship in HAL's Rotterdam (R) class) and refurbished in 2015.

Bolette's 690 cabins are situated across five decks and divided into 12 categories. They range in size from interior cabins which measure 185 square feet to 575-square-feet Premier Suites. Bolette has more than 50 single cabins, with grades ranging from Inside to Balcony Suite, plus wheelchair accessible accommodation and staterooms with bathtubs. Standard amenities in all cabins include tea and coffee making facilities, fridge, TV entertainment system, hairdryer and safe.

Offering more public space than Boudicca and Black Watch, Bolette has six restaurants. The main dining room is a grand two-tiered venue with a variety of seating options. There is also a relaxed buffet restaurant, included in the fare, and smaller speciality restaurants which can be booked for a supplement. The 11 bars and lounges include a split level show lounge for after-dinner entertainment and smaller bars and lounges; some of them also featuring live music and comedy.

Other facilities on Bolette include two swimming pools -- one with a retractable roof and the other overlooking the aft of the ship -- two hot tubs and a spa with a thermal area, hydro pool, two saunas and nine treatment rooms. There are also tennis and basketball courts and a culinary theatre used for cookery classes and chef demonstrations. Wi-Fi is available throughout the ship for an extra fee and a variety of Internet packages are available. All passenger decks are served by lifts. The ship has a self-service laundry, with washing machines operated by pre-purchased tokens, plus ironing boards. A cabin laundry service is also available, at additional cost.

The dress code on Bolette is casual by day and smart casual in all restaurants at night, aside from the buffet which is casual. There are one or two formal black tie nights depending on the cruise duration. A themed British night is a popular addition to most sailings of more than five nights, where passengers have the option to dress in red, white and blue.

On a cruise holiday, Fred. Olsen know that your on board experience is just as important to you as the time you spend ashore. That's why they are dedicated to ensuring their entertainment programme is packed with activities and memorable performances that help to create inspirational days and unforgettable nights.

Bolette features eleven stylish, spacious and comfortable bars and lounges, providing plenty of choice and variety. When the lights go down and you settle into your evening, Bolette will treat you to a selection of live shows ranging from music and cabaret to quick-fire stand-up comedy, all enjoyed in the space and comfort of her stylish lounges and theatres. And, of course, throughout the ship you can sit, relax and enjoy a glass of your favourite tipple accompanied by the gentle sounds of live acoustic music.

The fine dining experience enjoyed in in the elegant restaurants and dining venues on board their ships is a high point of every Fred. Olsen cruise. There are deliciously-tempting, expertly prepared dishes, from perfectly cooked breakfasts to sumptuous five course á la carte dinners, on offer throughout the day, presented with the personal touch of Fred. Olsen's famously attentive service.

There's an undoubted sense of occasion to dining in Bolette's main restaurant, a grand two-tiered venue featuring classical, elegant décor and a variety of seating options and table sizes, perfect for both intimate and large group dining. Guests can choose to dine in one of the smaller supplementary dining venues too, or perhaps at the more relaxed buffet restaurant.  

The dress code in all restaurants is casual during the day, while the evenings are usually smart-casual, apart from on Bolette's fantastic Formal Nights. 

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Departure Ports
Cape Town
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Bolette
1st April 2025
23 Nights

AfricaCanary & Atlantic IslandsEuropeSouth Atlantic IslandsBritish Isles

Cape TownLuderitzWalvis BayJamestown, Saint HelenaDakarSanta Cruz de la PalmaFunchal, MadeiraSouthamptonLiverpool

Great for traditional cruisers & solo travellers Classic cruising on smaller shipsHand-crafted itineraries to lesser-known portsWarm, attentive and personal service onboard

£2419

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Cape Town
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grand voyage - t2505
Bolette
1st April 2025
21 Nights

AfricaCanary & Atlantic IslandsSouth Atlantic Islands

Cape TownLuderitzWalvis BayJamestown, Saint HelenaDakarSanta Cruz de la PalmaFunchal, MadeiraSouthampton

Great for traditional cruisers & solo travellers Classic cruising on smaller shipsHand-crafted itineraries to lesser-known portsWarm, attentive and personal service onboard

£2225

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Liverpool
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two-night mini-cruise - t2506
Bolette
22nd April 2025
2 Nights

Scenic Cruising

SouthamptonLiverpool

Great for traditional cruisers & solo travellers Classic cruising on smaller shipsHand-crafted itineraries to lesser-known portsWarm, attentive and personal service onboard

£289

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Cruising Nordfjord
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springtime norwegian fjords & the faroes - t2507
Bolette
24th April 2025
8 Nights

EuropeNorwegian Fjords

LiverpoolCruising NordfjordOldenCruising Romsdalsfjorden & IsfjordenAndalsnesAlesundTorshavnLiverpool

Great for traditional cruisers & solo travellers Classic cruising on smaller shipsHand-crafted itineraries to lesser-known portsWarm, attentive and personal service onboard

£1935

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Portree, Isle of Skye
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scenic scottish isles in five nights - t2508
Bolette
2nd May 2025
5 Nights

EuropeBritish Isles

LiverpoolPortree, Isle of SkyeStornoway, ScotlandCruising by The Small Isles, ScotlandCruising by Bac Mòr (Dutchman's Cap), ScotlandCruising by Fingal's Cave, ScotlandLiverpool

Great for traditional cruisers & solo travellers Classic cruising on smaller shipsHand-crafted itineraries to lesser-known portsWarm, attentive and personal service onboard

£870

£

Tangier
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colourful & cosmopolitan mediterranean with the amalfi coast - t2509
Bolette
7th May 2025
17 Nights

Mediterranean

LiverpoolTangierCruising by the Amalfi Coast & CapriSalernoCruising by the Amalfi Coast & CapriSorrentoOlbiaPropriano, CorsicaCartagenaGibraltarLiverpool

Great for traditional cruisers & solo travellers Classic cruising on smaller shipsHand-crafted itineraries to lesser-known portsWarm, attentive and personal service onboard

£2903

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Cruising by Fingal's Cave, Scotland
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scenic scottish isles in five nights - t2510
Bolette
24th May 2025
5 Nights

EuropeBritish Isles

LiverpoolCruising by Fingal's Cave, ScotlandCruising by Bac Mòr (Dutchman's Cap), ScotlandCruising by The Small Isles, ScotlandStornoway, ScotlandTorshavnLiverpool

Great for traditional cruisers & solo travellers Classic cruising on smaller shipsHand-crafted itineraries to lesser-known portsWarm, attentive and personal service onboard

£870

£

Cruising Romsdalsfjorden & Isfjorden
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mountain landscapes of the norwegian fjords - t2511
Bolette
29th May 2025
8 Nights

EuropeBritish IslesNorwegian Fjords

LiverpoolCruising Romsdalsfjorden & IsfjordenAndalsnesCruising NordfjordOldenBergenLerwick, Shetland IslandsLiverpool

Great for traditional cruisers & solo travellers Classic cruising on smaller shipsHand-crafted itineraries to lesser-known portsWarm, attentive and personal service onboard

£1354

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Dun Laoghaire (Dublin)
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exploring the iconic coastline of the emerald isle - t2512
Bolette
6th June 2025
7 Nights

EuropeBritish Isles

LiverpoolDun Laoghaire (Dublin)Belfast, Northern IrelandCruising by Downpatrick HeadCruising by ArranmoreCruising by Slieve League CliffsGalwayCruising by the Cliffs of MoherCobh (Cork)Liverpool

Great for traditional cruisers & solo travellers Classic cruising on smaller shipsHand-crafted itineraries to lesser-known portsWarm, attentive and personal service onboard

£1402

£

Reykjavík
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glaciers, geysers & waterfalls of iceland - t2513
Bolette
13th June 2025
10 Nights

Europe

LiverpoolReykjavíkÍsafjörðurCruising by HornstrandirAkureyriCruising EyjafjörðurSeyðisfjörðurLiverpool

Great for traditional cruisers & solo travellers Classic cruising on smaller shipsHand-crafted itineraries to lesser-known portsWarm, attentive and personal service onboard

£1547

£

Gibraltar
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discovering the colourful french riviera - t2514
Bolette
23rd June 2025
16 Nights

EuropeMediterranean

LiverpoolGibraltarPort-VendresMarseilleVillefranche-sur-MerToulonPalamosCádiz (Seville)Liverpool

Great for traditional cruisers & solo travellers Classic cruising on smaller shipsHand-crafted itineraries to lesser-known portsWarm, attentive and personal service onboard

£2128

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Cruising Romsdalsfjorden & Isfjorden
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glaciers, mountains & fjords of norway - t2515
Bolette
9th July 2025
9 Nights

EuropeBritish IslesNorwegian Fjords

LiverpoolCruising Romsdalsfjorden & IsfjordenAndalsnesCruising NordfjordOldenLustrafjorden (Cruising)Cruising by Urnes Stave ChurchSkjoldenBergenLerwick, Shetland IslandsLiverpool

Great for traditional cruisers & solo travellers Classic cruising on smaller shipsHand-crafted itineraries to lesser-known portsWarm, attentive and personal service onboard

£1547

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Portland, Dorset
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dramatic coastlines of france & britain - t2516
Bolette
18th July 2025
7 Nights

EuropeBritish Isles

LiverpoolPortland, DorsetSaint-MaloHonfleurFowey, CornwallLiverpool

Great for traditional cruisers & solo travellers Classic cruising on smaller shipsHand-crafted itineraries to lesser-known portsWarm, attentive and personal service onboard

£967

£

Praia di Vitoria
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volcanic vistas of the azores & madeira - t2517
Bolette
25th July 2025
13 Nights

Canary & Atlantic IslandsEurope

LiverpoolPraia di VitoriaPonta Delgada, AzoresFunchal, MadeiraLisbonCruising Tagus RiverCruising by Cristo Rei & Abril 25 BridgeLiverpool

Great for traditional cruisers & solo travellers Classic cruising on smaller shipsHand-crafted itineraries to lesser-known portsWarm, attentive and personal service onboard

£1741

£

Reykjavík
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exploring rugged & remote greenland & iceland - t2518
Bolette
7th August 2025
15 Nights

Europe

LiverpoolReykjavíkPrins Christians Sund (Cruising)NarsarsuaqTunulliarfik Fjord (Cruising)Qaqortoq (Julianehaab)Cruising by EinarsfjordNanortalikTasermiut Fjord (Cruising)Prins Christians Sund (Cruising)ÍsafjörðurAkureyriCruising EyjafjörðurLiverpool

Great for traditional cruisers & solo travellers Classic cruising on smaller shipsHand-crafted itineraries to lesser-known portsWarm, attentive and personal service onboard

£3677

£

Kirkwall, Scotland
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scenic scottish isles in five nights - t2519
Bolette
22nd August 2025
5 Nights

EuropeBritish Isles

LiverpoolKirkwall, ScotlandStornoway, ScotlandCruising by The Small Isles, ScotlandCruising by Bac Mòr (Dutchman's Cap), ScotlandCruising by Fingal's Cave, ScotlandLiverpool

Great for traditional cruisers & solo travellers Classic cruising on smaller shipsHand-crafted itineraries to lesser-known portsWarm, attentive and personal service onboard

£821

£

Ulvik
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scenic landscapes of the norwegian fjords - t2520
Bolette
27th August 2025
9 Nights

EuropeNorwegian Fjords

LiverpoolUlvikCruising by HardangerfjordEidfjordOldenBergenLiverpool

Great for traditional cruisers & solo travellers Classic cruising on smaller shipsHand-crafted itineraries to lesser-known portsWarm, attentive and personal service onboard

£1209

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Reykjavík
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exploring the land of fire & ice in nine nights - t2521
Bolette
5th September 2025
9 Nights

Europe

LiverpoolReykjavíkÍsafjörðurCruising by HornstrandirAkureyriCruising EyjafjörðurSeyðisfjörðurLiverpool

Great for traditional cruisers & solo travellers Classic cruising on smaller shipsHand-crafted itineraries to lesser-known portsWarm, attentive and personal service onboard

£1354

£

Cruising by Fingal's Cave, Scotland
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scenic isles & landscapes of scotland & the faroes - t2522
Bolette
14th September 2025
10 Nights

EuropeBritish Isles

LiverpoolCruising by Fingal's Cave, ScotlandCruising by Bac Mòr (Dutchman's Cap), ScotlandCruising by The Small Isles, ScotlandCruising Loch Hourn, ScotlandLoch Scavaig, ScotlandStornoway, ScotlandUllapool, ScotlandKirkwall, ScotlandTorshavnKlaksvikCruising by Cape EnnibergLerwick, Shetland IslandsBelfast, Northern IrelandLiverpool

Great for traditional cruisers & solo travellers Classic cruising on smaller shipsHand-crafted itineraries to lesser-known portsWarm, attentive and personal service onboard

£1741

£

Gibraltar
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Add Drinks Package from £24.99 per day
italy’s scenic riviera with charming cinque terre - t2523
Bolette
24th September 2025
16 Nights

EuropeMediterranean

LiverpoolGibraltarCartagenaPortofinoGenoaLa SpeziaPropriano, CorsicaCruising Tagus RiverLisbonLiverpool

Great for traditional cruisers & solo travellers Classic cruising on smaller shipsHand-crafted itineraries to lesser-known portsWarm, attentive and personal service onboard

£2806

£

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