Cruise & Walk holidays: the best of both worlds

Do you like the idea of taking a cruise to lots of different places, but would prefer a holiday with a bit more activity? Are you keen to go on a walking holiday, but would like to cover more ground during your time away? Problem solved! 

Our Cruise & Walk holidays combine the best of both. Each night, a cruise ship takes you to a different port, so you’ll wake up somewhere new. Then you disembark and explore the area on foot: coast, countryside, hills, cultural and historical cities... there’s always lots to see and do. At the end of the day you get back on board, and while you’re sleeping you’re carried away to your next destination.

We offer a wide range of Cruise & Walk holidays, in all sorts of interesting locations and lasting from five nights to over a fortnight. Here are just a few examples.

Images left to right: View of the magical Ulvik village,  Briksdalsbreen waterfall in distance with Briksdal glacier in far background, Fred.Olsen Bolette cruise ship docked amongst fjords of Norway.

Experience delicious food, superior customer service and fine comfort on board a Fred. Olsen ship.

Relax onboard during our days at sea, enjoy a beverage at the bar, maybe take a swim in the pool or perhaps treat yourself to a relaxing sauna.

Visit the magical villages of Haugesund and Ulvik.

Pass the gentle shores of the Hardangerfjord, where blossom decorates the shores during spring, to the pretty village of Eidfjord.

Explore Bergen by foot, one of the most visited places in Norway.

Images left to right: Iceland city centre Reykjavic with Hallgrímskirkja church in background, impressive geysir erupting in geothermal hot spring area backlit by sunshine, Atlantic puffin perched amongst grass (opportunity to spot on day 6 of itinerary)

Experience delicious food, superior customer service and fine comfort on board a Fred. Olsen ship.

Relax onboard during our days at sea, enjoy a beverage at the bar, maybe take a swim in the pool or perhaps treat yourself to a relaxing sauna.

Discover Iceland and its incredible geological masterpieces.

Capture the protruding Atlantic rift and tectonic plates at the extraordinary Thingvellir national park.

Listen to the thundering water crashing over Gulfoss waterfall.

Visit the impressive geysir geothermal hot spring area.

Admire the capital of the north, the charming city of Akureyri.

Discover the unspoilt wilderness of Isafjörður and Seydisfjörður.

Explore Reykjavik with a local guide.

Images left to right: Connemara National park, Valleys of Galway, Preserved Neolithic site Skara Brae

Discover Scara Brae from Kirkwall, Orkney Islands—an ancient marvel of archaeological significance.

Walk from Stonehaven to Dunnottar Castle, an imposing medieval fortress.

Tour Lerwick, Shetland Islands, with a guide, discovering St Ninian's Isle and its treasures.

Hike Europe's tallest sea cliff from Killybegs for a breathtaking coastal adventure.

Explore Galway's Connemara National Park, where rolling hills and valleys await your footsteps.

Experience delicious food, superior customer service and fine comfort on board a Fred. Olsen ship.

Relax onboard during our days at sea, enjoy a beverage at the bar, maybe take a swim in the pool or perhaps treat yourself to a relaxing sauna.

Images left to right: Embankment of the city of Split, The Krka waterfalls in Dalmatia, The Colosseum in Rome

Discover Rome’s secrets and highlights on foot with a local guide for an unforgettable day.

Hiking up Kavac Mountain in Kotor offers stunning views before a serene boat trip to Lady of the Rock.

Walk directly from the ship in Koper, Slovenia for coastal views, historic streets, and scenic beauty.

From Sibenik visit the stunning Krka Waterfalls for panoramic views, swimming, and serene nature.

Explore Split and the Diocletian's Palace with a local guide.

Discover Dubrovnik’s Old Town with a local guide, then walk the stunning city walls.

Experience delicious food, superior customer service and fine comfort on board a Fred. Olsen ship.

Relax onboard during our days at sea, enjoy a beverage at the bar, maybe take a swim in the pool or perhaps treat yourself to a relaxing sauna.

Learn more about our popular Cruise & Walk holidays here.