A Voyage of Exploration around the World

106 nights sailing from Southampton on cruise ship Bolette

Itinerary: Sailing from Southampton, visiting Lisbon, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Praia (Ilha de Santiago), Rio de Janeiro, Ilhabela (Brazil), Montevideo (Uruguay), Buenos Aires, Punta Arenas (Chile), Valparaiso (Chile), Robi
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Cruise A Voyage of Exploration around the World

106 nights sailing from Southampton on cruise ship Bolette

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Cruise Itinerary

Full Itinerary
Day 1 Southampton
Day 2-3 at sea
Day 4 Lisbon
Cruise by Cristo Rei & Abril 25 Bridge Onboard Experience
Cruise Mouth of River Tagus Onboard Experience
Day 5 at sea
Day 6 Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Day 7-8 at sea
Day 9 Praia (Ilha de Santiago)
Day 10-11-12-13-14-15 at sea
Day 16 Rio de Janeiro
Day 17 Ilhabela (Brazil)
Day 18-19 at sea
Day 20 Montevideo (Uruguay)
Day 21 Buenos Aires
Day 22-23-24 at sea
Strait of Magellan Onboard Experience
Day 26 Punta Arenas (Chile)
Cruise by Cape Deseado Onboard Experience
Chilean Fjords Onboard Experience
Day 29-30 at sea
Day 31 Valparaiso (Chile)
Day 32 at sea
Day 33 Robinson Crusoe Island (Chile)
Cruise by Alejandro Selkirk Island Onboard Experience
Day 35-36-37 at sea
Day 38 Hanga Roa
Day 39-40 at sea
Cruising by Pitcairn Island Onboard Experience
Day 42-43 at sea
Day 44 Papeete (French Polynesia)
Day 45 Bora Bora (French Polynesia)
Day 46 at sea
Day 47 Rarotonga (Cook Islands)
Day 48 at sea
Crossing International Date Line Onboard Experience
Day 50 at sea
Day 51 Nuku Alofa (Tonga)
Day 52-53-54-55-56 at sea
Day 57 Sydney (Australia)
Day 58 Sydney (Australia)
Day 59 at sea
Day 60 Melbourne (Australia)
Day 61 at sea
Day 62 Hobart (Tasmania)
Day 63-64-65 at sea
Day 66 Albany (Australia)
Day 67 at sea
Day 68 Perth (Australia)
Day 69-70-71-72-73-74-75-76 at sea
Day 77 Port Louis (Mauritius)
Day 78 Le Port (Réunion)
Day 79-80-81-82 at sea
Day 83 Port Elizabeth (South Africa)
Day 84 at sea
Day 85 Cape Town (South Africa)
Day 86 Cape Town (South Africa)
Day 87-88 at sea
Day 89 Lüderitz (Namibia)
Day 90 Walvis Bay (Namibia)
Day 91-92-93 at sea
Day 94 Jamestown (St. Helena)
Day 95-96-97-98 at sea
Day 99 Dakar (Senegal)
Day 100-101 at sea
Day 102 Santa Cruz de La Palma (Canary Islands)
Day 103 Funchal (Madeira)
Day 104-105-106 at sea
Day 107 Southampton
A Voyage of Exploration around the World Cruise itinerary  - Fred Olsen

A Voyage of Exploration around the World

106 nights Cruise on Bolette. Sailing from Southampton, visiting Lisbon, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Praia (Ilha de Santiago), Rio de Janeiro, Ilhabela (Brazil), Montevideo (Uruguay), Buenos Aires, Punta Arenas (Chile), Valparaiso (Chile), Robinson Crusoe Island (Chile), Hanga Roa, Papeete (French Polynesia), Bora Bora (French Polynesia), Rarotonga (Cook Islands), Nuku Alofa (Tonga), Sydney (Australia), Sydney (Australia), Melbourne (Australia), Hobart (Tasmania), Albany (Australia), Perth (Australia), Port Louis (Mauritius), Le Port (Réunion), Port Elizabeth (South Africa), Cape Town (South Africa), Cape Town (South Africa), Lüderitz (Namibia), Walvis Bay (Namibia), Jamestown (St. Helena), Dakar (Senegal), Santa Cruz de La Palma (Canary Islands), Funchal (Madeira), ending in Southampton.

A Voyage of Exploration around the World Cruise itinerary  - Fred Olsen
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Southampton

Southampton offers a perfect port for the best cruise ships that sail from the UK due to its size, design and great organization. It's also an ideal port for all those ships visiting the UK. Southampton offers various parking options around the area if needed and also a wide range of hotels if you need a pre-cruise stay before sailing. See our amazing cruise deals sailing from Southampton. Please contact us if you need information about Southampton's cruise terminals.

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Lisbon

The city of Lisbon is rich in architecture; Romanesque, Gothic, Manueline, Baroque, Modern and Postmodern constructions can be found all over Lisbon. The city is also crossed by historical boulevards and monuments along the main thoroughfares, particularly in the upper districts. There are several substantial museums one can visit in the city. In addition, the mosaic Portuguese Pavement was born in Lisbon, in the mid-1800s. The art has since spread to the rest of the Portuguese Speaking world. The city remains one of the most expansive examples of the technique, nearly all walkways and even many streets being created and maintained in this style.

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Onboard Experience

Cruise by Cristo Rei & Abril 25 Bridge

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Onboard Experience

Cruise Mouth of River Tagus

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Santa Cruz de Tenerife

Port of Santa Cruz de Tenerife port of fishing, commercial, passenger and sports in the Santa Cruz de Tenerife, located in the Atlantic Ocean. Next to this port is the famous building of the Auditorio de Tenerife. It has a significant relevance in two categories: Cruise Passengers and in Fresh Fish caught. Due to the importance of interinsular maritime transport, it also holds a dominant position in Passenger Transport. Some of the world's largest ocean liners have stopped in the Port. The proximity of two international airports backs up its position as base for cruises.

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Praia (Ilha de Santiago)

The island of Santiago in the Cape Verde Islands is the one with the most impressive history and is certainly also the most African´ of the islands. In the culture, in everyday life, the different African and Portuguese influences can be seen everywhere. The landscape of the island is just as attractive and contrasting: rivers, mountains, green areas and beautiful beaches. Dry on the coast and volcanic green in the mountains. The capital, Praia, is to the south and the harbor is sheltered by a bay, surrounded by hustle and bustle.

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Rio de Janeiro

The city sports world-class hotels, approximately 49.70 miles of beachland, is one of the most visited cities in the southern hemisphere and is known for its natural settings, carnival celebrations, samba, Bossa Nova, balneario beaches such as Barra da Tijuca, Copacabana, Ipanema, and Leblon. Some of the most famous landmarks in addition to the beaches include the giant statue of Christ the Redeemer ("Cristo Redentor") atop Corcovado mountain, named one of the New Seven Wonders of the World; Sugarloaf mountain (Pão de Açúcar) with its cable car; the Sambódromo, a permanent grandstand-lined parade avenue which is used during Carnival; and Maracanã Stadium, one of the world's largest football stadiums.

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Ilhabela (Brazil)

Ilhabela is an archipelago and city situated 4 miles off the coast of São Paulo state in Brazil. The island is 127 mi from the city of São Paulo and 210 mi from the city of Rio de Janeiro. The islands in total cover 134 sq mi. Its a popular destination for tourists. To access the city, one must take a boat or ferry in São Sebastião, as there are no roads which reach it. During the summer, one may wait more than an hour to take the ferry boat. The ferry takes 15 minutes to cross the channel between the two cities. Ilhabela offers all kinds of sports to do at the beaches . These ingredients make the Island a center of many aquatic activities. Sailing and diving are particularly popular here. In Ilhabela´s downtown area you can observe the historic architecture of the jail (the Coucilmen Chamber today), the church, and the old City Hall Building, which is now the Culture Hall. There is a mix of sophisticated stores and local handcraft markets. Coffee shops, ice cream stores and homemade candy stores can be visited during a walk to the village pier.

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Montevideo (Uruguay)

Located on the Atlantic coast in the south of the country, Montevideo is the capital and largest city in Uruguay. Montevideo is regarded as one of the safest cities in the world. Sunseekers are spoilt for choice with city boasting a wealth of stunning, golden beaches. The old town of Montevideo is home to many restaurants and bars and is the perfect place to find vibrant nightlife.

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Buenos Aires

Buenos Aires is the largest city of Argentina, and the second-largest metropolitan area in South America. It is located on the western shore of the estuary of the Rio de la Plata, on the southeastern coast of the South American continent. People from Buenos Aires are referred to as porteños (people of the port). Buenos Aires is a top tourist destination, and is known for its European-style architecture and rich cultural life, with the highest concentration of theatres in the world, with scores of theaters and productions.Strongly influenced by European culture, Buenos Aires is sometimes referred to as the "Paris of South America".Buenos Aires is the birthplace of the current Roman Pontiff, Pope Francis.

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Onboard Experience

Strait of Magellan

The Strait of Magellan is a navigable sea route on the extreme south of South America, between Patagonia, Tierra de Fuego and the big amount of islands west towards the Pacific ocean. It is the most important natural sea route between the Pacific and Atlantic oceans.

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Punta Arenas (Chile)

Punta Arenas is a commune and the capital city of Chile's southernmost region, located on the north shore of the Strait of Magallanes. Punta Arenas has been one of only two free ports in Chile. Punta Arenas grew in size and importance due to the increasing maritime traffic and trade destined to the west coast of both South and North America. The geopolitical importance of Punta Arenas has remained high in the 20th and 21st centuries because of its logistic importance in accessing the Antarctic Peninsula. It is among the largest cities in the entire Patagonian Region.

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Onboard Experience

Cruise by Cape Deseado

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Chilean Fjords

This part of the country is excepcionaly beautiful with the lagoons, volcanoes covered with snow, the dense rain forrests and the thermal fountains. The best way to explore the south of the fjords in Puerto Montt is while cruising.

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Valparaiso (Chile)

Considered "the Jewel of Pacific", Valparaíso is a city nestled in a natural amphitheater, surrounded by 45 mounts that fall abruptly into the sea. Declared World Heritage by UNESCO, Valparaíso tells the basis of its development through its historical architecture, its traditions and its art. This city has inspired well-known writers, architects, musicians and draftsmen due to the charms of its colorful scenery. The most prolific writer was Pablo Neruda, who resided in the city, built his house and wrote several of his outstanding works here.

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Robinson Crusoe Island (Chile)

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Onboard Experience

Cruise by Alejandro Selkirk Island

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Hanga Roa

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Cruising by Pitcairn Island

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Papeete (French Polynesia)

Papeete is the capital of the French Polynesia, an overseas collectivity of France in the Pacific Ocean. The commune of Papeete is located on the island of Tahiti. Admire the Point Venus view where Captain Cook settled in Tahiti. Visit the busy port of Papeete before venturing to the waterfalls and black sand shores. Don't forget your camera to take back special memories of the helicopter ride.

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Bora Bora (French Polynesia)

One of the most famous island in Polynesia, the magnificent turquoise waters and endless blue skies, Bora Bora is a place of remarkable beauty, luxury and relaxation. There are remnants of an extinct volcano rising to two peaks, Mount Otemanu and Mount Pahia in the center of the Island. The main attractions of Bora Bora are scuba diving, lagoon which Is fantastic for swimming, snorkeling, horse riding and outrigger canoe trip from Bora Bora beach.

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Rarotonga (Cook Islands)

Rarotonga is the largest of the 15 Cook Islands in the central South Pacific. The interior of the country is characterized by volcanic peaks, mountain ridges and rainforests. A 20-mile (32 km) strait runs around the island, which is lined with beaches, coastal lagoons, and reefs with popular diving and snorkeling spots. Crossing rugged terrain, the Cross-Island Track passes the 650m peak of Te Rua Manga, also known as "The Needle".

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Onboard Experience

Crossing International Date Line

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Nuku Alofa (Tonga)

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Sydney (Australia)

Sydney is known as the Harbour City. It is the largest, oldest and most cosmopolitan city in Australia and one of the world´s most beautiful and liveable cities. Brimming with history, nature, culture, art, fashion, cuisine, design, it is set next to miles of ocean coastline and sandy surf beaches. Recent immigration trends have led to the cities reputation as one of the most culturally and ethnically diverse cities in Australia and the world. The city is also home to the Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge, two of the most iconic structures on the planet. The city is surrounded by nature and national parks, which extend through the suburbs and right to the shores of the harbour.

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Sydney (Australia)

Sydney is known as the Harbour City. It is the largest, oldest and most cosmopolitan city in Australia and one of the world´s most beautiful and liveable cities. Brimming with history, nature, culture, art, fashion, cuisine, design, it is set next to miles of ocean coastline and sandy surf beaches. Recent immigration trends have led to the cities reputation as one of the most culturally and ethnically diverse cities in Australia and the world. The city is also home to the Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge, two of the most iconic structures on the planet. The city is surrounded by nature and national parks, which extend through the suburbs and right to the shores of the harbour.

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Melbourne (Australia)

Melbourne is Australia´s cultural capital, with Victorian-era architecture, extensive shopping, museums, galleries, theatres, and large parks and gardens. Its 4-million residents are both multicultural and sport enthusiasts. Al fresco eateries, one-off shops and cozy little bars all nestle side-by-side in laneways threading throughout the city. Each arcade has its own individual character and charm. Melbourne is often called the cultural capital of Australia, with its many art galleries, film festivals, orchestras, choral and opera productions, vibrant live music scene, and a strong food, wine and coffee culture. Melbourne, known as the Kulin Nation to its traditional owners, has many galleries and museums with an Aboriginal or Indigenous focus, including the Koorie Heritage Trust.

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Hobart (Tasmania)

On the foot of mount Wellington in Tasmania, Hobart is one of the mos picturesque capitals of the world. Founded in 1802, Hobert has the flavour and charm of a small city of another time where life is more paused. Walk through the streets of this charming city and you will discover the mansions that show excellent examples of clasic georgian and victorian architecture, small cottages, shops and unique galeries, many of which where built by convicts brought from England. Walk through the Richmond Bridge, the eldest bridge in Australia, and finish your tour with a snack or tucker and a beer in a local bar.

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Albany (Australia)

Albany is a port city in the Great Southern region of Western Australia, some 418 km SE of Perth, the state capital. The city centre is at the northern edge of Princess Royal Harbour, which is a part of King George Sound. Today the town is a place of significance as a tourist destination and base from which to explore the south-west of the state and is well regarded for its natural beauty and preservation of heritage. The town has an important role in the ANZAC legend, being the last port of call for troopships departing Australia in the First World War.Albany is the oldest permanently settled town in Western Australia, predating Perth and Fremantle by some two years.The Albany region is notorious for people being lost from so-called king waves washing people off rocks, which may or may not be associated with freak waves or similar phenomenon. On the otherwise picturesque coastline there are many beaches that are safe and usable: Emu Beach, Emu Point, Middleton Beach, Frenchman Bay Beach, Gull Rock / Boiler Beach, Bettys Beach, Shelley Beach, Two Peoples Bay, including Little Beach and Waterfall Beach, Nanarup, Muttonbird Beach, Cosy Corner, Kenryl Beach

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Perth (Australia)

Perth is located to the west of Australia and is the state of Western Australia. During the visit to the city we can find a lot of cultural activity and many attractions, specially in the centre. the panoramic views of Perth and the Swan River, visit King Park and the botanical garden, are some of the places we can visit. You will love it!

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Port Louis (Mauritius)

Capital and principal port of mauritius, Port Louis was founded by the french governor Francois Mahe de La Bourdonnais in 1735. The land extends up to the foot of the mountains that protect the city forming arround it a circumference. The city, nowadays city centre of the financial activities, is very attractive and the historical monuments are the proove of the past. The city of the artists has to be discovered.

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Le Port (Réunion)

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Port Elizabeth (South Africa)

Port Elizabeth is located on the beautiful "Garden Route" on the Indian Ocean in South Africa. There is a historic city center with buildings from the Victorian era, several museums and an oceanarium, a tropical garden with a snake park, as a visitor attraction. The area surrounding Port Elizabeth is usually more interesting for visitors. The visitor magnets include the Addo Elephant and Tsitsikamma National Parks, Jeffrey's Bay and St. Francis Bay.

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Cape Town (South Africa)

Cape Town is the second-most populated city in South Africa after Johannesburg. The city has several well-known natural features that attract tourists, most notably Table Mountain,which forms a large part of the Table Mountain National Park and is the back end of the City Bowl. Cape Point is recognised as the dramatic headland at the end of the Cape Peninsula.Many tourists also drive along Chapman's Peak Drive, a narrow road that links Noordhoek with Hout Bay, for the views of the Atlantic Ocean and nearby mountains. The city has several notable cultural attractions. The Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, built on top of part of the docks of the Port.

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Cape Town (South Africa)

Cape Town is the second-most populated city in South Africa after Johannesburg. The city has several well-known natural features that attract tourists, most notably Table Mountain,which forms a large part of the Table Mountain National Park and is the back end of the City Bowl. Cape Point is recognised as the dramatic headland at the end of the Cape Peninsula.Many tourists also drive along Chapman's Peak Drive, a narrow road that links Noordhoek with Hout Bay, for the views of the Atlantic Ocean and nearby mountains. The city has several notable cultural attractions. The Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, built on top of part of the docks of the Port.

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Lüderitz (Namibia)

Travelling to Lüderitz is returning in time and living the colonial beauty of the south coast of Namibia. Waters populated by penguins, sharks and seals, a ghost town to explore and delicious seafood washed down with a local beer brewed in the purest German style ... Yes, the beautiful city of Luderitz, on the southern coast of Namibia, has a lot to offer.

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Walvis Bay (Namibia)

Walvis Bay meaning "Whale Bay" is a city in Namibia and the name of the bay on which it lies The bay has been a haven for sea vessels because of its natural deepwater harbour, protected by the Pelican Point sand spit, being the only natural harbour of any size along the country's coast. Being rich in plankton and marine life, these waters also drew large numbers of whales, attracting whalers and fishing vessels. The harbour's value in relation to the sea route around the Cape of Good Hope. The town is situated just north of the Tropic of Capricorn in the Kuiseb River delta and lies at the end of the TransNamib Railway to Windhoek, and on the B2 road. Walvis Bay, with its large bay and sand dunes, is the tourism activity centre of Namibia. Other attractions include the artificial Bird Island, centre of a guano collection industry, the Dune 7 sand dune, salt works, birdlife and a museum. Kuisebmund Stadium, home to two clubs in the Namibia Premier League, is also located in the city and the beach resort of Langstrand lies just a few kilometres north. The Walvis Bay Export Processing Zone is an important facet of the local

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Jamestown (St. Helena)

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Dakar (Senegal)

Dakar, the capital of Senegal. It is a modern city with beautiful contemporary buildings and house of historical colonial style. Dakar, the capital of Senegal. It is a modern city with beautiful contemporary buildings mixed with houses of historical colonial style. A vibrating city with active ourdoor markets, cafe terraces, a wide range of hotels to choose from, delicious food and a great night life. You can walk through Dakar, along the ocean or the busy city streets. You will find many art galleries for visiting, studios, museums and festivals. You can also shop in Dakar, a paradise full of shops and exquisite crafts can be found in markets, on the streets, and in stores all over the city. There is also an interesting boat ride to Gorée Island, a former slaving station

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Santa Cruz de La Palma (Canary Islands)

The banana plantations are not the only thing you will find in plenitude during your holidays in the volcanic island of La Palma: from espectacular views of the coast, valleys filled with vegetation, beaches and forested areas, even facilities for the practice of acuatic sports, are numerous in the beautiful island.

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Funchal (Madeira)

The city´s name comes from the abundance of fennel (funcho) found on the island. It was an important shipping center during the 15th-17th centuries. It is one of the most beautiful cities in Portugal. It is a modern, cosmopolitan, rejuvenated city, well known for its many top class restaurants, stunning new 4 & 5 star hotels and warm climate all year round. The city itself is nestled in a great natural amphitheatre, facing the blue Atlantic with a backdrop of dramatic mountains. It is located in the stunning south of Madeira, on it’s sunniest coast amidst banana plantations and wonderful gardens. Funchal has also for many years been one of the Atlantic Cruise-ship’s main ports of call, with the Liner harbour right in the middle of the town. Once ashore, the cafés, restaurants and history that mark this famed capital are just a stroll away. Tourists in Funchal can also enjoy activities such as diving in the crystal-clear waters, surfing the waves, taking day excursions along the coast and through the eucalyptus smelling mountain woods.

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Southampton

Southampton offers a perfect port for the best cruise ships that sail from the UK due to its size, design and great organization. It's also an ideal port for all those ships visiting the UK. Southampton offers various parking options around the area if needed and also a wide range of hotels if you need a pre-cruise stay before sailing. See our amazing cruise deals sailing from Southampton. Please contact us if you need information about Southampton's cruise terminals.

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The ship: Bolette

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With just 690 cabins Bolette fits perfectly in our fleet of smaller ships. Her warm, welcoming atmosphere, timeless style, and classic open deck spaces provide a place to fully immerse yourself in the magic of ocean cruising.

Bolette is one of the largest ships, by overall size, in our fleet. With its warm, welcoming atmosphere and timeless style, and classic open deck spaces providing a place to fully immerse yourself in the magic of ocean cruising, Bolette is very much in keeping with what our guests have come to expect from a Fred. Olsen ship.

Inaugurated -
Tonnage 62735 tn.
Occupancy 1,338
Ratio tonnage/passengers Excellent 47:1
Number of staterooms 690
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What's included onboard?

Comfortable rooms and suites with tv, hairdryer, tea and coffee making facilities and individually controlled air conditioning

Tempting cuisine every day throughout your cruise - with five course à la carte dinners, casual breakfast and lunch buffets and late-night snacks.

Self-service tea and coffee at selected venues, morning coffee with biscuits, and afternoon sandwiches and cakes.

Self-service tea and coffee at selected venues, morning coffee with biscuits, and afternoon sandwiches and cakes.

In-room sandwiches and snacks.

All evening entertainment, including cabaret shows, live music and dancing.

Captain's Drinks Party and Gala Buffet.

Use of leisure facilities, including swimming pools, Jacuzzis and gym.

A wide choice of on board activities and lectures throughout the day.

All UK port taxes (where collectable in advance).

Luggage porterage between your room and the drop-off/pick-up point.

What's not included?

Travel to/from your port or airports.

All drinks on board (optional 'All Inclusive Upgrade' available on selected cruises).

Shore Tours

Hairdressing, health, beauty treatments, and selected fitness classes.

Personal laundry and dry cleaning.

Passports and visa costs. Holiday Insurance

Government levies or taxes introduced after publication of this brochure.

Discretionary gratuities to the crew, drivers, guides, etc. on board and ashore.

Evening dining in our premium restaurants; The Grill, The Black Watch Room & The Poolside

What you need to know

Types of Fares

Fares displayed on our website are generally Saver Fares which are more economical but you can also book an All Inclusive Package that includes a of beers, wines, spirits and soft drinks for just £24.99 pp/pn or £35 pp/pn cruises of five nights or less. This is called Freedom Fare. Call 020 3636 9656 if you are interested in this Great value-for-money Fare or if you need more information and advice

Saver Fares - Full payment is required at the time of booking. 100% cancellation charges apply - no refunds are permitted. // Freedom Fares - included Benefits and flexibility. You can choose your cabin at the time of booking. 15% deposit on bookings before 90 days of departure. The Freedom Fare includes also a Free shuttle bus to the local centre (where operating). Priority embarkation in UK departure ports. Priority debarkation at the end of the cruise (available on request, but not guaranteed). Room upgrades are subject to availability and may be complimentary or payable.

Mandatory Insurance

Having suitable insurance cover is a mandatory requirement for your cruise.Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is also pleased to work in association with specialist cruise insurance provider Holiday Extras.They can provide full Coronavirus cover. This can include cover for guests who contract Covid-19 prior to their cruise and therefore have to cancel their holiday, as well as cover for up to £15m if a guest contracts Covid-19 while travelling. This covers medical assistance, repatriation and accommodation costs for a guest and their travelling companion.

*Top Tip: Be properly insured for you and your Fred. Olsen cruise holiday. If you haven’t declared all your pre-existing medical conditions to your insurer or have not taken out an insurance policy that covers a holiday at sea, the financial consequences could be significant to you. Don’t risk a large financial bill. Tip Two: Avoid potential loopholes. It is tempting to save money and opt for the cheapest holiday insurance. However, many of these policies have loopholes that will not provide cover for the exact circumstance in the claim. Be sure to thoroughly investigate what’s covered in the policy. Tip Three: Consider annual cover. For travellers lucky enough to be embarking on several trips a year, annual policies may work out to be the best value. For multiple holidays, an annual insurance policy provides cover for the year ahead. What is the difference between cruise insurance and general travel insurance? General travel insurance is mostly designed for those planning to relax on a land-based holiday, by the pool, on the beach, or with a little sightseeing, for example. A cruise holiday has very different elements, requiring a more specialist cover. It’s unlikely that a standard holiday insurance policy would provide cover in the unfortunate event of having to be medically evacuated by helicopter or launch whilst at sea. This, for instance, is the type of scenario that specialist cruise insurance would take into account, giving you reassurance that you’re suitably covered throughout your trip should the unexpected occur.

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