Package summary: 52 nights Fly, Cruise & Stay
Package starts: 3 March 2025 - from Sydney Australia
Cruise starts: 3 March 2025 - from Sydney Australia
Cruise ends: 22 April 2025 - into Southampton, UK
Package ends: 24 April 2025 - with flight from UK to Australia
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HALF A WORLD AWAY Fly, Cruise & Stay package includes:
- 50 night half world cruise aboard Bolette by Fred. Olsen from Sydney to Southampton
- Onboard accommodation in comfortable, stylish cabins and suites equipped with a Smart TV, hairdryer, tea and coffee making facilities, a fridge and individually controlled air conditioning
- A tempting choice of cuisine every day throughout your cruise – with five-course a la carte dinners, casual breakfast and lunch buffets, late-night snacks and much more
- Unlimited, self-service tea and coffee available 24hrs at selected venues, complimentary afternoon tea* with sandwiches and cakes, and in-room sandwiches and snacks whilst onboard
- A full programme during your cruise of evening entertainment, including cabaret shows, comedy, dancing and live music
- Full use of on board leisure facilities, including swimming pools, Jacuzzis and gym whilst cruising
- Luggage porterage between your cabin and the drop-off/pick-up point
- Formal welcome and/or Captain`s Drinks Party and Gala Buffet
- Port taxes
- One way transfer from Southampton port to hotel
- 2 night 4-star hotel stay in London with breakfast
- London One Day City Pass: More than 80 attractions and tours included, such as the Tower of London, Westminster Abbey, Kensington Palace, River Thames cruise and many more. There is a free digital guidebook with all of the need to know information including addresses and opening hours. You can visit as many attractions as you like - the more you see, the more you save. Enjoy skip the line access to popular attractions such as Tower Bridge or London Bridge.
- One way transfer from London hotel to airport
- One way economy class airfare from London to Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Adelaide or Perth inc. tax
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Why not add on an onboard drinks package valued at GBP 1250 per person?
Onboard Drinks Package includes: At Bars: A selection of soft drinks by the glass: Post mix Pepsi, lemonade, tonic water, juices and mineral/spring water | A choice of three red, three white and two rose wines by the glass | Selected Cava by the glass | Selected branded beers and ciders in bottles & cans | Selected house spirits: white rum, gin, vodka, whisky, brandy and Irish Cream | Cocktail of the Day. At Restaurant/Buffet Areas: Selection of soft drinks, mineral/spring water & juices by the glass | A choice of three red, three white and two rose wines by the glass plus a 50% discount on premium and branded drinks and wines (excluding champagne or sparkling wine), cocktails and bottled water (in cabins and public areas)
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Special Conditions
*Conditions Apply: All prices shown here are per person share twin (unless stated as single) in AUD, based on best available cruise fare at time of publication (05Jul24). Some cabins may have obstructed views. All airfares/taxes are due in full 24 hours from reservation and strict cancellation/change fees apply - at approx 10 months prior to travel. Selected routing and airlines apply to package offers - any variances requested by guest will incur surcharges. Cruise deposit, amendment and cancellation conditions apply. Travel agent service fees may apply. Special conditions apply - please ask for full details at time of enquiry. All passports, vaccinations and visas are the responsibility of the travelling guest to secure prior to departure from Australia. Please note that the prices shown here are not shown in real time. While we endeavour to keep our pricing as up-to-date as possible, the advertised prices shown here may differ from the prices in our booking system at time of reservation. Transfers only included if guests are arriving/departing by air at specific airports on exact package dates. Offer subject to availability at time of booking. We reserve the right to correct errors without penalty. Not included: Beverage package, Shore Tours, Domestic flights to Sydney pre-cruise, Gratuities are not included and are typically charged at GBP5.00 per person, per day for guests aged 12 and over. While very much appreciated, these gratuities are voluntary, and therefore can be adjusted or removed completely at Guest Services on board the ship if you wish; and you are welcome to tip personally if you prefer. Offer ends 30Sep24 or sold out/withdrawn. Package prices converted from original GBP currency and are subject to currency fluctuation until paid in full.
Special Validity Dates
Special is valid from 5 July 2024 to 30 September 2024 or until sold out/withdrawn.
Cruise Itinerary
Date
Port
Arrive
Depart
3 Mar 2025
Sydney, NSW, Australia
4 Mar 2025
Sydney, NSW, Australia
5 Mar 2025
At Sea
6 Mar 2025
Melbourne, VIC, Australia
7 Mar 2025
At Sea
8 Mar 2025
Hobart, Tasmania, Australia
9 Mar 2025
At Sea
10 Mar 2025
At Sea
11 Mar 2025
At Sea
12 Mar 2025
Albany, WA
13 Mar 2025
At Sea
14 Mar 2025
Perth (Fremantle), WA Australia
15 Mar 2025
At Sea
16 Mar 2025
At Sea
17 Mar 2025
At Sea
18 Mar 2025
At Sea
19 Mar 2025
At Sea
20 Mar 2025
At Sea
21 Mar 2025
At Sea
22 Mar 2025
At Sea
23 Mar 2025
Port Louis, Mauritius
24 Mar 2025
Reunion Island/Port Reunion, France
25 Mar 2025
At Sea
26 Mar 2025
At Sea
27 Mar 2025
At Sea
28 Mar 2025
At Sea
29 Mar 2025
Port Elizabeth South Africa
30 Mar 2025
At Sea
31 Mar 2025
Cape Town, South Africa
1 Apr 2025
Cape Town, South Africa
2 Apr 2025
At Sea
3 Apr 2025
At Sea
4 Apr 2025
Luderitz, Namibia
5 Apr 2025
Walvis Bay, Namibia
6 Apr 2025
At Sea
7 Apr 2025
At Sea
8 Apr 2025
At Sea
9 Apr 2025
St Helena, United Kingdom
10 Apr 2025
At Sea
11 Apr 2025
At Sea
12 Apr 2025
At Sea
13 Apr 2025
At Sea
14 Apr 2025
Dakar, Senegal
15 Apr 2025
At Sea
16 Apr 2025
At Sea
17 Apr 2025
Santa Cruz de La Palma, Canary Islands
18 Apr 2025
Funchal (Madeira), Portugal
19 Apr 2025
At Sea
20 Apr 2025
At Sea
21 Apr 2025
At Sea
22 Apr 2025
Southampton, England
Post-cruise Itinerary
Date
Activity
22 Apr 2025
Transfer to hotel in London for a 2 night stay
23 Apr 2025
London City Pass - 1 day - with access to 80 attractions to enjoy today
24 Apr 2025
Transfer to airport, Fly London to Australia
25 Apr 2025
Arrive Australia (some flights may arrive earlier/later)
Your cruise aboard Bolette will take you on an epic journey from the iconic city of Sydney to Melbourne and then on to the fascinating island of Tasmania, where Hobart is home to the Shot Tower that overlooks the city. From here, the vast plains of Africa beckon, and chances to encounter the Big Five on special overland safari tours are not to be missed. The world's oldest desert, the Namib, offers scenes of wild seascapes and sky-high sand dunes that seem to defy gravity, and close by is Walvis Bay, where you'll have the opportunity to witness the flocks of flamingoes that visit here, turning the desert into delicate pink hues. Sample traditional Namibian cuisine, including game and seafood, before sailing on to one of the most remote islands on earth, subtropical St. Helena, whose unique blend of nature and history offers an abundance of diverse attractions, including the intriguing 699 steps of Jacob's Ladder and rugged coastlines. You can also learn how the island was used as a place of exile for prisoners, including Napoleon, who died on St. Helena. Your time spent on board Bolette is 50 nights, but please allow for your flight from the UK to Sydney.
Our flagship Bolette is everything that our loyal guests have come to expect from a Fred. Olsen ship. Proudly bearing the name of Fred. Olsen Jr.’s great-great-grandmother, as many other Olsen vessels have over the years, she exudes classic, elegant style in her exterior and interior design, features spacious and comfortable public areas, and has all the facilities and special touches you need for a relaxing and enjoyable holiday.
While she’s one of the largest ships, by overall size, in our fleet, Bolette has capacity for less than 1,400 guests. So, in keeping with our smaller-ship ethos, you’ll find that you’re not overcrowded on board, and have plenty of space in which to indulge yourself in the stylish dining venues, enjoy a glass of your favourite tipple and fantastic entertainment at the bars, lounges and theatres, and while away the hours by the all-season pool. And of course, with our friendly staff providing our typical level of personal, attentive service, there’s an intimate feel to the on board experience too.
Bolette features eleven stylish, spacious and comfortable bars and lounges, providing plenty of choice and variety.
While each Fred. Olsen ship has its own distinctive personality, across the fleet you’ll find a consistent approach to bar and lounge themes which help to create the familiar, home-from-home feel that our guests know and love to enjoy time and time again. Every public area has plenty of space in which to relax and make the most of your time on board – this is the case for both Bolette and her sister ship, Borealis.
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.
You'll find that there's plenty to keep you entertained during the day on board Bolette, whether you prefer to while away the hours relaxing or engaging your body and mind. The ship's facilities include two swimming pools, two jacuzzis and an impressive spa with a Thermal Spa, Aroma Room, Hydro Pool, two saunas and nine treatment rooms, while there are tennis and basketball courts and a Culinary Theatre – which hosts fantastic cookery classes and demonstrations – too.
When the lights go down and you settle into your evening, we'll 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 our 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.
Ship Profile & Stats
Maiden voyage: 2021
Tonnage: 62,735
Length: 780 ft
Beam: 105.8 ft
Speed: 22.5 knots
Passenger capacity (dbl): 1338
Crew nationality: International
Officer nationality: International
Dining nationality: International
Ship Amenities
Hair Dryer
Safe
Tea & Coffee Making Facilities
Ship Facilities
Speciality Restaurants
Buffet Restaurant
Main Restaurant
11 Bars and Lounges
2 Swimming Pools
Culinary Theatre
Sports Courts
Jacuzzis
Gym
Spa
As a family-run cruise line, Fred. Olsen really take your experience personally. While the cruise industry has gone for bigger ships, brimming with more and more people, they have always believed that smaller is better. They treat passengers as guests, they dock at smaller ports in more interesting places and they avoid overcrowding both aboard and ashore. At capacity, their smaller ships will only ever sail with between 900 and 1,400 guests.
They have a small team of specialist itinerary planners. They take great pride in handcrafting each journey, to ensure they show you hidden gems as well as highlights on each of their sailings. It is a passion that has won them the Cruise Critic award for Best Itineraries for five consecutive years.
With Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, you can cruise from seven regional UK ports to hundreds of destinations worldwide in the classic style and comfort aboard their smaller-sized ships.
This room type has a bathroom with shower.
Facilities include climate control, Interactive Smart TV, desk, phone, hairdryer & tea & coffee making facilities.
All rooms are non-smoking, have room service available until 11.00pm, and require a European 2 pin plug (220 volts).
Situated on Deck 7, this suite is approximately 1,273 square feet in size and is located near the lift and stairs. Features include floor to ceiling windows leading out to a private balcony. The suite has one king-size bed and a sofa bed with the bathroom boasting an oversize whirlpool bath and separate shower. A separate living room, dining room, dressing room, private balcony, pantry, mini-bar, fridge and guest toilet can also be found in the Owner's Suite.
Our Premier Suites are located on Deck 7 and are approximately 575 square feet in size. The bedroom has one king-size bed with a bathroom featuring a whirlpool bath and shower. A large sitting area with floor to ceiling windows leads onto a private balcony. Each suite also includes a dressing room, sofa, mini-bar and fridge.
Our Balcony Suites are located on Deck 6 and are approximately 283 square feet in size. The bedroom feature two single beds that can be converted into one queen-size bed, while the bathroom features a whirlpool bath & shower (unless indicated as shower only). There is a sitting area with floor to ceiling windows that lead to a private balcony. A mini-bar and refrigerator are also included in our Balcony Suites.
Our Balcony Junior Suites are located on Deck 6 and are approximately 244-283 square feet in size. The bedroom feature two single beds that can be converted into one queen-size bed, while the bathroom features a whirlpool bath & shower (unless indicated as shower only). There is a sitting area with floor to ceiling windows that lead to a private balcony. A mini-bar and refrigerator are also included in our Balcony Junior Suites.
These Suites can be found on Deck 6 and range from 244 to 283 square feet with floor to ceiling windows leading onto a private balcony. Featuring two single beds that can be converted into a queen-size bed. The bathroom has a whirlpool bath and shower (unless indicated as shower only). Additional features include a sitting area, mini-bar and a refrigerator.
Our Terrace Cabins can be found on Deck 3, midship and are approximately 218 square feet. The bedroom features two single beds which can be converted into a queen-size bed. The bathroom has a shower. Sliding glass doors lead onto the walk-around Lower Promenade Deck.
Our Superior Ocean View cabins are found on Deck 3. All featuring a large ocean view window. These cabins are approximately 214 square feet in size. The bedroom consists of two single beds which can be converted into one queen-size bed, while the bathroom has both a bath and shower (Unless indicated as shower only).
Our Superior Ocean View cabins can be found on Deck 2, midship, and are approximately 214 square feet in size. Each cabin features a large ocean view with a window, while the bedroom consist of two single beds that can be converted into a queen-size bed. The bathroom features a shower.
These cabins can be found on Deck 3 and feature a picture window, but with a fully obstructed view. They are approximately 214 square feet in size. The cabins feature two single beds which can be converted into a queen-size bed and a bathroom with shower (Unless indicated as shower only).
These Ocean View cabins can be found on Decks 1 and 2 and are approximately 214 square feet in size. These cabins feature large picture windows. The bedrooms consist of two single beds which can be converted into a queen-size bed while the bathrooms feature both a bath and shower (Unless indicated as shower only).
These Ocean View cabins can be found on Decks 1 and 2 and are approximately 214 square feet in size. These cabins feature large picture windows. The bedrooms consist of two single beds which can be converted into a queen-size bed while the bathrooms feature both a bath and shower (Unless indicated as shower only).
These Ocean View cabins can be found on Decks 1 and 2 and are approximately 214 square feet and feature a porthole window. The room consists of two single beds which can be converted into a queen-size bed. The bathroom features a shower only.
Our Single Ocean View cabins can be found on Decks 1, 2, 3 & 7 and are approximately 214 square feet in size. Each cabin features a picture window with two single beds that can be converted into a queen-size bed. Some bathrooms have a bath and shower, although some Single Ocean View cabins feature a shower only.
The Superior Interior cabins can be found on Decks 2, 3 and 6, and are approximately 183 square feet in size. The room consists of two single beds which can be converted into a queen-size bed. The bathroom features a shower only.
Our Single Superior Interior cabins can be found on Decks 2 and 7 and are approximately 183 square feet in size. Each room features two single beds which can be converted into a queen-size bed and shower.
The Interior cabins can be found on Decks 1, 2 and 3, and are approximately 183 square feet in size. The room consists of two single beds which can be converted into a queen-size bed. The bathroom features a shower only.
The Interior cabins can be found on Decks 1, 2 and 3, and are approximately 183 square feet in size. The room consists of two single beds which can be converted into a queen-size bed. The bathroom features a shower only.
Our Single Interior cabins can be found on Deck 1 and are approximately 183 square feet in size. Each room features two single beds which can be converted into a queen-size bed and shower.
From
AU $19,895*
per person
*All prices are per person twin share unless stated as solo, triple or quad share.
