Fred. Olsen Drinks Packages
Fred. Olsen Cruise Line is known for its warm service, smaller ships and carefully curated itineraries that bring you closer to the world. From January 2026 onwards, cruising becomes even more relaxed with Fred. Olsen’s new inclusive pricing, designed to make life on board simpler and more enjoyable.
With selected drinks included with meals and gratuities covered as standard on Freedom Fare bookings, you can settle into your voyage knowing the essentials are already taken care of.
Why Choose a Drinks Package?
Adding a drinks package makes life on board effortless. There’s no need to think about individual costs or signing bills; instead, you can simply relax and enjoy your holiday. Whether it’s a morning coffee in the lounge, a cocktail by the pool or a nightcap in the bar, your drinks are ready whenever you are.
Relaxed Cruising, Thoughtfully Included
What’s Included with Fred. Olsen’s Freedom Fare
The Freedom Fare brings a more inclusive experience, allowing you to enjoy your time on board without worrying about the little extras. Included with your lunch and evening meals, you can enjoy:
◉ Selected house beers by the glass
◉ Selected red, white and rosé wines by the glass
◉ Draught soft drinks
◉ A range of non-alcoholic options
These drinks are served with waiter service in selected venues, including the main restaurants, casual dining venues and speciality restaurants. It’s a relaxed and sociable way to enjoy a drink with your meal, perfectly suited to Fred. Olsen’s welcoming onboard atmosphere.
In addition, gratuities are included on all cruises departing from January 2026 onwards, so you can enjoy the attentive service Fred. Olsen is known for without any additional charges at the end of your holiday.
Enhance Your Cruise with a Drinks Package
For guests who enjoy a wider choice of drinks beyond mealtimes, Fred. Olsen also offers optional drinks packages that can be added to your cruise. These are ideal if you enjoy a pre-dinner aperitif, a relaxed drink in the lounge, or a nightcap after an evening show.
Drinks packages allow you to enjoy a broader selection of beers, wines, spirits and soft drinks across bars and lounges throughout the ship, offering greater flexibility and peace of mind during your voyage.
Saver Fare or Freedom Fare, What’s the Difference?
Guests booking a Freedom Fare enjoy the benefit of selected drinks included with lunch and dinner, plus gratuities covered as part of the fare. It’s the most inclusive and relaxed way to cruise with Fred. Olsen.
For guests choosing a Saver Fare, drinks are not included as standard. However, drinks packages can be added to tailor your experience, allowing you to enjoy your favourite drinks in a way that suits your travel style.
Our team at Paramount Cruises can help you choose the fare and options that offer the best value for your holiday.
Bars and Lounges Onboard
Fred. Olsen’s bars and lounges offer welcoming spaces to unwind, socialise and enjoy life at sea. Settle into a comfortable lounge with a glass of wine, enjoy live music in the evening, or relax with a soft drink as the ship glides towards its next destination.
With attentive table service, friendly staff and a relaxed atmosphere, every venue feels inviting and unhurried. Whether you are enjoying a quiet conversation, listening to live entertainment or reflecting on the day’s discoveries, Fred. Olsen’s bars and lounges provide the perfect setting to savour the moment.
Fred. Olsen Cruise Line Drinks Packages FAQs
On cruises departing from January 2026 onwards, selected house beers, wines and draught soft drinks are included with lunch and evening meals for guests booked on the Freedom Fare. Non-alcoholic options are also available.
Included drinks are available during lunch and evening meals only, served with waiter service in selected dining venues. Drinks enjoyed outside of meal times can be purchased individually or covered by a drinks package.
Yes, for guests booking a Freedom Fare, gratuities are included as standard on all cruises departing from January 2026 onwards, offering a more relaxed and transparent cruising experience.
Yes. Guests booking a Saver Fare can add a drinks package to enjoy a wider range of beverages across bars and lounges throughout the ship.
For guests who enjoy a drink with meals and prefer a more inclusive experience, the Freedom Fare offers excellent value with drinks and gratuities already included. Those who prefer flexibility may choose a Saver Fare and add a drinks package instead.