Fred Olsen Last Minute Cruise Deals

What Are Fred Olsen Last Minute Deals?

Last minute deals are sailings departing within the next 60 days — from late October through to mid-December — where fares have been reduced from their previous listed price. Every sailing carries a discount of up to 16%, though that maximum applies to a single departure; most reduced sailings are closer to 2% off that cabin grade’s previous price. The savings are real, if modest, and the benefit of booking late is that you can see the exact cabin and the exact itinerary before you commit.

Where Do Fred Olsen Late Deals Go?

The sailings cover a broad sweep of destinations, and where you end up depends on how much time you have and how far you want to go.

The Mediterranean and Southern Europe

The Mediterranean is the most popular direction this season, with sailings reaching the western and Eastern Mediterranean. If you are drawn to the Greek world, Greek Islands sailings call at ports including Heraklion on Crete, and some itineraries end at Piraeus (Athens) — making them one-way sailings, so a flight home will be needed; we can arrange that as part of your booking. Sailings reaching Limassol in Cyprus are available too, for those who want to push further east.

The Canary Islands

Fred. Olsen has a long-established connection with the Canary Islands, and several late-deal sailings head in that direction. Santa Cruz de Tenerife features as both a port of call and a disembarkation point. If the Canaries are your goal but you would like more options, take a look at Canary Islands cruises from other lines too.

Round Britain and England

Not every Fred. Olsen late deal involves a passport. A group of sailings stays closer to home, exploring the waters around England and the British Isles. These depart from Southampton or Liverpool and return to the same port — no flight, no transfer, no airport at either end. If you live within reach of the south coast, cruises from Southampton are the most convenient way to start a holiday you can reach by road or rail. Liverpool departures serve the north of England and Scotland equally well.

Norway

There is a Norway sailing among these late deals for those who want dramatic coastal scenery. If the fjords appeal and you want a wider selection of dates and ships, Norway cruises from the UK covers the full range.

North Africa

North Africa features in the mix as well — a different direction entirely, and well suited to those who want something further from the usual European circuit.

Which Ships Sail These Fred Olsen Late Deals?

Three ships from the Fred. Olsen fleet cover these sailings: Balmoral, Borealis and Bolette. All three are mid-sized vessels — a style of ship Fred. Olsen is known for — which means a more personal atmosphere and the ability to call at smaller ports that larger ships cannot reach.

Cabin grades across the 3 ships follow a similar structure. Here is what to expect on each:

Balmoral Cabin Grades

• Inside Cabin G — 14.9 m², sleeps 2. One of the more generously sized inside cabins on the ship; plenty of room to unpack properly.
• Single Balcony Cabin J — 20.3 m², sleeps 2. A higher-deck position with good sightlines and easy access to pool and bar areas.
• Balcony Cabin BA — 23.0 m², sleeps 2. Private outdoor space and personal sea views — the step up from inside or ocean-view that makes the biggest day-to-day difference.
• Owner’s Suite OW — 109.7 m², sleeps 4. The largest accommodation aboard — three distinct living zones, a formal dining area, and six times the floor space of a standard inside cabin.

Borealis Cabin Grades

• Inside Cabin G — 16.9 m², sleeps 2. Around 17 m² with everything you need for a restful voyage without paying a premium.
• Outside Cabin B — 19.9 m², sleeps 2. A large picture window with unobstructed sea views — natural light that makes a real difference on longer itineraries.
• Balcony Junior Suite BJ — 26.0 m², sleeps 4. Private balcony with direct outdoor access and sea views; a practical choice for 2 people who want a little extra space.
• Owners Suite OW — 109.7 m², sleeps 4. Separate sitting, dining and dressing areas — the ship’s most spacious accommodation by some distance.

Bolette Cabin Grades

• Inside Cabin G — 16.9 m², sleeps up to 4. A quiet, comfortable cabin that keeps costs down without compromising on rest.
• Sea View Cabin B — 19.9 m², sleeps up to 4. Large picture window with clear, unobstructed views — a meaningful upgrade from inside at a modest extra cost.
• Terrace Cabin TC — 20.3 m², sleeps 2. Located on Promenade Deck 3, with ground-level access to the ship’s main outdoor thoroughfare — no lift required.
• Owners Suite OW — 109.7 m², sleeps 2. Penthouse scale — nearly 5 times larger than a standard inside cabin, with separate dining and dressing rooms.

Where Do These Sailings Depart From?

Embarkation ports span the UK and southern Europe. From the UK, sailings leave from Liverpool and Southampton — both reachable by road or rail from most of Britain, with no flight needed. Some itineraries begin at foreign ports: Heraklion (Crete), Limassol, Piraeus (Athens) and Santa Cruz de Tenerife all feature as embarkation points. For these, you will need a flight out — and we can book that, along with any hotel the night before and transfers to the ship, as a single Cruise1st Package.

It is worth noting that just over half these sailings are one-way, ending at a different port from where they start. If yours does, a flight home will be needed — our team can arrange that as part of your booking so nothing is left loose.

Why Book Fred Olsen Late Deals with Cruise1st?

Cruise1st is one of the UK’s leading cruise specialists, and Fred. Olsen is a line we know well. That means real expert advice on which ship suits which itinerary, which cabin grade is worth the step up, and which fare inclusions make sense for your trip. Our team is on the phone before you book — not a chatbot, not a form.

We can also build the whole journey around your cruise. Whether you need flights, hotels, transfers, tours or travel insurance, we put it together as one booking so nothing falls between the cracks. That matters especially on these sailings, where some start or end at foreign ports. For last minute cruises from Southampton or last minute mini cruises from Southampton, we can help with parking and transfers too. For those looking at Liverpool cruise deals, the same applies.

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Looking for More Cruise Deals?

If these sailings do not quite match what you are after, there is plenty more to explore. Last minute cruises across all lines are listed in one place, and last minute cruises from the UK narrows it to UK departures. Last minute Celebrity Cruises are worth a look if you want a different fleet. For longer planning horizons, Mediterranean cruises in 2027 and Christmas cruise deals cover the next big booking windows. If value is the main driver, cheap cruises under £599 pp* and fly cruise deals are also worth browsing. You can also browse all cruises across every line and departure date.

*Prices are per person based on 2 people sharing, and are subject to change. This price is not kept up to date and therefore does not reflect live pricing and availability. Prices and any discounts shown were checked on 14 October 2026.

Where a discount is shown, it is a reduction from the price previously listed for that cabin grade on that sailing, not a comparison between cabin grades or against a brochure rate. Discounts and prices shown are not kept up to date: the reduction available now may be smaller, or may have ended, and prices may have changed.