New sailings launched with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines in 2020

If you are looking to enjoy scenic, smaller-ship cruising in 2020, multi-award-winning Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is offering a series of exciting new ocean and river itineraries – in affiliation with The Arts Society Tours – featuring Accredited Lecturers of The Arts Society, who will share their expertise on a number of informative topics, as Fred. Olsen’s stylish cruise ships take you ‘closer’ to the destination.  

The Arts Society members can choose one of a 10 ocean and five river cruises, with durations between seven and 21 nights, to destinations in Europe, Scandinavia, the Caribbean and the Middle East between February and December 2020.

Fred. Olsen is also offering tempting benefits exclusively to The Arts Society members booking these cruise getaways: free on board spending credit up to £200 per person and a free group drinks party on board (subject to minimum numbers)*.

Moreover, to make these cruises even more attractive and enriching, Fred. Olsen is inviting a number of Arts Society guest lecturers to host special Fred. Olsen guided tours whilst ashore.

Ellie Fulcher, Sales Manager – Groups & Affinity for Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, said:

“We are so thrilled to be continuing this partnership with The Arts Society Tours, and to be able to share the ‘Fred. Olsen Difference’ with even more Arts Society members, many of whom have already experienced the benefits of smaller ship cruising with us.

“Having The Arts Society guest lecturers on board makes the experience ever-more enriching, enhancing the holiday experience as you sail some of the world’s most wonderful waterways.

“Whether you want to explore the majestic Baltic capitals, or experience the splendour of smaller ship cruising as you sail right into the heart of the Norwegian fjords, or meander the many quaint towns and cities along the banks of the Rhine, Moselle and Danube, there is certain to be an itinerary to suit you with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines and The Art Society Tours in 2020.”

Florian Schweizer, Chief Executive of The Arts Society, said:

”Again, The Arts Society and Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines will be working together to bring members yet another wonderful array of sailings for 2020. The cruises will continue to feature accredited Arts Society lecturers who will share their expertise on many informative and interesting topics.

“With various durations, varied destinations and now even with more fantastic river itineraries, I am sure you will agree that there is something for everyone: a Fred. Olsen Cruise is an ideal group holiday for your Arts Society.”

Fred. Olsen’s exclusive offer with The Arts Society Tours includes the following example itineraries:

Boudicca’s 14-night D2004 ‘Ancient Sites of Oman, Jordan & Israel’ fly-cruise, departing from Dubai, United Arab Emirates on 20 February 2020 

Prices from only £2,699 per person, plus up to £100 per person FREE On Board Spend.*

Featuring Alice Foster, Accredited Lecturer of The Arts Society.

Alice has lectured at the University of Oxford for over 20 years. Her busy freelance career includes tutor-guiding study groups to Europe, lecturing for the Ashmolean Museum in Oxford, and writing and running History of Art courses at the Oxfordshire Museum, Woodstock.

The mystique of classic Arabia comes to life on this two-week escape. Boudicca will visit three engrossing ports in Oman, with Muscat’s immense Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque and a Dhow boat cruise through the craggy Musandam fjords among the long list of ‘must-do’ experiences.

There is also an unmissable chance to tour from Aqaba to the Lost City of Petra, an ancient wonderland of huge tombs, archways and temples, which were carved into the sandstone over 2,000 years ago. Lastly, a transit of the manmade marvel that is the Suez Canal leads to Ashdod, gateway to the highlights of the holy sites of Jerusalem and Bethlehem.

For more information: 'Ancient Sites of Oman, Jordan & Israel' - D2004

Braemar’s 13-night M2014 ‘Capital Cities of the Baltic’ cruise, from Southampton on 1 June 2020

Prices from only £1,799 per person, plus up to £95 per person FREE On Board Spend.*

Featuring Professor Anne Anderson, Accredited Lecturer of The Arts Society.

A professional art historian, writer, broadcaster and lecturer for The Arts Society, the National Trust and the Art Fund, Anne holds a First Class Degree in Archaeology and a PhD in English. She was a Senior Lecturer in Art and Design History at Southampton Solent University for 14 years.

Experience cultural exploration at its finest, as Braemar visits five countries in less than two weeks. Iconic highlights include the Danish royal residences of Copenhagen, the medieval spires of Tallinn and the invigorating saunas of Finland.

Staying overnight in St Petersburg allows time to discover opulent palaces and museums by day, and feel the emotion of the ballet during an evening tour.

Before returning to the UK, the historic delights of Germany await; visit the Hanseatic capital of Lübeck from Travemünde, before enjoying a scenic cruise along the size-restricted Kiel Canal.

For more information:  'Capital Cities of the Baltic' - M2014

Brabant’s seven-night R2023 ‘Historic Gems of Germany’ river fly-cruise, sailing from Cologne on 27 September 2020

Prices start from £1,599 per person, plus up to £70 per person FREE On Board Spend.*

Featuring Simon Rees, Accredited Lecturer of The Arts Society.

A freelance writer and lecturer, Simon studied art and architecture extensively while teaching English in Italy and Japan. Now a freelance writer and lecturer, Simon shares his insights on a variety of topics, from opera to art history and literature, as he travels internationally with a number of leading operators.

With time ashore exploring fairytale German towns, and scenic cruising of gorgeous valleys and canals, every moment of this journey along the Rhine and Main will make for a memorable experience.

156-guest Brabant will sail along the Middle Rhine Valley en route to Rüdesheim, renowned for its shipping and winemaking heritage; stop at Miltenberg for a treasure trove of medieval delights; and visit Würzburg, home of the spectacular Palace of Würzburg. Then there is Bamberg, with its UNESCO-listed Old Town, and a navigation of the Main-Danube Canal, before exploring the remarkable historic centre of Regensburg – Germany’s ‘Medieval Miracle’.

For more information: 'Cruise Historic Gems of Germany' - R2023

All prices shown are based on two adults sharing a standard twin room, and include accommodation, all meals and entertainment on board, plus port / airport taxes, flights and transfers, as applicable.

Groups are welcome on all Fred. Olsen cruises and, depending on the size, they may be eligible for a choice of ‘added value’ benefits. Fred. Olsen's bespoke groups’ service appeals to all types of groups, including family and friendship groups, corporate and incentive groups, and all kinds of clubs, associations and societies.

Fred. Olsen is proud to have won the prestigious Cruise Critic ‘Best for Itineraries’ award in December 2019 – for a record fifth year in a row. It has also been crowned eight-times winner of ‘Best Cruise Line Operator for Groups’ in the ‘2019 Group Travel Awards’, and ‘Best Cruise Line for Groups’, for a record eighth time, in the ‘2019 Group Leisure & Travel Awards’, as well as ‘Best Ocean Cruise Line’ in the ‘Silver Travel Awards’, for a subsequent fourth year.

For Fred. Olsen’s The Arts Society Tours new bookings & enquiries, or to order a brochure, please call Fred. Olsen’s Reservations Department on 0800 0355 116, quoting The Arts Society exclusive code ‘AFN0001’. For more information, visit www.fredolsencruises.com/group-travel/the-arts-society-cruises

*Terms and Conditions apply. See website at www.fredolsencruises.com for further details.

For group bookings and enquiries, please contact Fred. Olsen’s dedicated Group Sales Department on 01473 746169 (Monday to Friday, 9am until 5pm), or e-mail group.sales@fredolsen.co.uk.