Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines Solo Cruising
Solo Cruising with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines - Small Ship Solo Travel
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has been voted Best Cruise Line for Solo Travellers by Cruise Critic two years running, and it is easy to understand why. With dedicated solo cabins, welcome events and a warm atmosphere aboard three smaller ships, every aspect of the experience is designed with solo guests in mind. Browse 2026 and 2027 solo sailings and book with Paramount Cruises, fully ABTA and ATOL protected.
Best Cruise Line for Solo Travellers
Two consecutive Cruise Critic Best Cruise Line for Solo Travellers awards reflect what Fred. Olsen guests already know: that smaller ships make solo travel genuinely sociable. With fewer guests across the fleet, the atmosphere on board is relaxed and easy to navigate alone. Crew members learn names quickly, and the scale of each ship means that a familiar face at dinner is never far away. It is the kind of environment where solo guests return year after year.
Solo Cabins on Every Ship
All three ships in the Fred. Olsen fleet, Balmoral, Bolette and Borealis, carry dedicated cabins for solo guests, designed for one person without the cost or compromise of booking a double room alone. These cabins are a practical solution that makes solo cruising straightforward, removing the most common barrier to travelling without a companion. Availability is limited, so booking early is recommended, particularly for fjord and Northern Lights sailings.
A Community from the Moment You Board
Fred. Olsen ensures that guests travelling alone feel included from the very first day. A dedicated welcome drinks reception brings solo guests together at the start of each voyage, and regular meet-ups continue throughout. At dinner, mixed group tables are available for those who enjoy company, and Dance Hosts are on hand to ensure no one sits out. It is a thoughtful approach that takes the uncertainty out of solo travel and replaces it with genuine connection.
Your Journey, At Your Pace
Cruising solo with Fred. Olsen means complete freedom over your day. Shore excursions can be as adventurous or relaxed as you choose, from walking through Norwegian fjord towns to kayaking Arctic waters. Back on board, days at sea are filled with talks, cooking demonstrations and stargazing sessions that feel natural to join alone. Destinations covered include Norwegian fjords, the Baltic, the British Isles, the Canary Islands and beyond, across 2026 and 2027 sailings.
No Single Supplement on Selected Sailings
One of the most practical advantages of sailing solo with Fred. Olsen is the availability of sailings with no single supplement on selected cabin grades. Rather than paying a premium for occupying a cabin alone, these sailings offer solo pricing that reflects the actual cost of the cabin. The range of qualifying sailings changes throughout the year, so speaking to Paramount Cruises is the best way to find the right option for your preferred dates.
The Best Destinations for Solo Cruisers with Fred. Olsen
Fred. Olsen's smaller ships open up destinations that reward the solo traveller: the narrow fjords of Norway, the historic harbour towns of the British Isles, the dramatic coastlines of Iceland and the sun-drenched ports of the Mediterranean. With no-fly departures from UK ports and a convivial atmosphere on board, the journey is as much a part of the experience as the destination itself.