Fred Olsen’s 106-night world cruise in 2025 is inspired by journeys taken by famous historical and fictional explorers.
Departing Southampton, flagship Bolette will follow a similar route to the first world circumnavigation by explorers Magellan and Elcano in 1519.
The cruise, which will take guests to Brazil, Argentina, French Polynesia, Mauritius and South Africa, will also cruise the south coast of Australia as British navigator Matthew Flinders did in 1801, and will call into places visited by the likes of Captain James Cook and Alexander Selkirk – the Scottish Sailor who was the inspiration for the Robinson Crusoe novel.
During the first half of this epic voyage, there will be chances to enjoy the traditional and cultural artforms of South America, with opportunities to learn more about the Samba beats in Rio de Janeiro or learn the techniques of the Tango in Argentina.
From here, guests can enjoy scenic cruising to admire the snow-capped peaks and rugged landscapes of the Chilean fjords, and take a tour to see the iconic Iguazu Falls.
Bolette will follow a similar route to the first world circumnavigation by explorers Magellan and Elcano in 1519
Throughout the cruise there will be chances to gain cultural insight into many societies and civilisations and encounter a variety of native wildlife including Magellanic Penguins in South America, Koalas and Kangaroos in Australia, the Moai statues on Easter Island, pictured top, or the ‘Big Five’ in South Africa.
Bolette’s Voyage of Exploration Around the World departs Southampton on 6 January 2025 priced from £11,499 per person including free door to door transfers of up to 250 UK Mainland miles and up to £600pp on board spend.
An option to depart from and return to Liverpool is also available, sailing on 4 January for an additional £400 per person for Interior and Ocean View cabins or £500 per person for Terrace Cabin and Suites.