Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has today unveiled its brand-new Autumn/Winter 2027 programme, designed to help guests escape the cooler UK months in favour of winter sunshine, cultural discovery and memorable adventures.

The programme features 20 sailings departing between October and December 2027, offering opportunities to witness the Northern Lights in Arctic Norway, explore the rich cultures of Morocco and the Mediterranean, or enjoy a festive escape, from Christmas markets to Caribbean island-hopping.

Also included is a dedicated Mediterranean fly-cruise programme aboard Balmoral, shaped by strong guest demand for shorter, destination-rich itineraries. These fly-cruises offer fewer sea days and more time to explore iconic and lesser-visited destinations across the Greek Islands, Italy, Croatia and the French and Turkish Rivieras.

The programme includes four maiden calls for Fred. Olsen, including the Sicilian port of Milazzo, Taranto and Golfo Aranci, Italy, and Alanya, Turkey. Guests will also have the chance to explore many ports that are only accessible to smaller ships, including Mahon, Menorca; Propriano, Corsica; Ermopouli, Syros; and Agios Nikolaos, Crete.

Martin Lister, Head of Product Innovation at Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, and who plans the new cruise programmes, said:

“Our new Autumn Winter programme for 2027 is particularly exciting, because it offers such a breadth of experiences, from shorter sailings, perfect for those new to cruising or looking for a quick escape, to longer voyages for those seeking something more immersive.

“From the UK you can soak up the cultural wonders of Morocco or explore some of Europe’s most iconic landmarks, from Rome’s Colosseum to Gaudí’s Sagrada Familia in Barcelona. There’s a shorter-than-usual cruise to Northern Norway going in search of the Northern Lights, a five-night Mystery Cruise for something a little different, as well as a longer voyage to enjoy the warmth of the Caribbean in winter.

“Our Mediterranean fly-cruises, driven by strong demand, take guests straight to the destination, with more time ashore to explore regions such as the Greek Islands, Italy, Croatia and the French and Turkish Rivieras, including an itinerary visiting six islands in just 10 nights.

“And as the programme spans the festive season, guests can also look forward to the magic of Christmas, from traditional markets to celebrating the season in the Caribbean.”

Highlights of Fred. Olsen’s Autumn/Winter 2027 programme include:

Bolette’s 15-night T2729 ‘Spain, Morocco and Portugal Discovery’ cruise, departing from Newcastle on 2^nd October 2027. Prices start from £1,599 per person. Solo fares start from £1,599, with no single supplement on selected cabins during Freedom Fare Price Promise*.

Itinerary: Newcastle, UK – La Coruña, Spain – Tangier, Morocco – Melilla, Spanish Morocco – Gibraltar, Gibraltar – Casablanca, Morocco – Matosinhos (for Porto), Portugal – Honfleur, France – Newcastle, UK