Fred. Olsen unveils shorter ‘Phileas Fogg’ sailings

The new sailings head to India and Singapore or Japan, USA and Mexico as part of its Around The World in 80 Days cruise in February

By Cruise Adviser On Nov 10, 2022

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has unveiled two shorter sailings as part of its Around the World in 80 Days cruise in 2023 – with up to £300 per person for guests to enjoy on board.

Borealis will set sail from Southampton on 23rd February 2023, following as closely as possible in the footsteps of fictional explorer Phileas Fogg in the Jules Verne novel Around the World in Eighty Days.

The line has now introduced two shorter cruises that will visit many of the wonders included within the 80-day voyage.

A 26-night journey from Southampton to Singapore will include the Suez Canal, the temples of Luxor and Karnak in the Egyptian port of Safaga, the Elephanta Caves in Mumbai and theUNESCO-listed Botanic Gardens in Singapore.

The 53-night cruise from Singapore will visit Japan in time to witness the cherry blossom in bloom and delve into the Samurai heritage at Fukuoka and Osaka Castle, plus there will be stops in Hong Kong, Hawaii and San Francisco, before traversing the Panama Canal and returning to Southampton via the West Indies.

Claire Ward, director of product and customer services at Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines said: “Our Around the World in 80 Days cruise has already proven popular, and there are some exceptional opportunities to be had as we follow as closely as possible in the footsteps of fictional explorer Phileas Fogg.

“These shorter sailings will enable even more of our guests to share these experiences, with every port offering a fascinating insight into history, culture, art, architecture or the chance for spectacular encounters with wildlife.

“Plus, with up to £300 on board spend per person, guests can really make the most of their time with us, whether it’s to take their explorations to the next level with one of our immersive short excursions, or relax in one of our lounges as we enjoy scenic sailing between destinations.”

The two new sectors are currently available exclusively to members of Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ Oceans loyalty scheme, before going on general sale on Friday (November 11).