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Wonders & Wildlife of Iceland, a cruise by Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines

Cruise · 10 nights · with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines

Wonders & Wildlife of Iceland

Ten nights on Fred. Olsen’s Bolette from Newcastle tracing Iceland’s wildlife-rich coasts, starting in Reykjavík and heading north past Látrabjarg cliffs, with whale-watching in Húsavík and time to wander fishing villages and fjords.

Duration
10 nights
Departs
12 Jun 2028
Sails from
Newcastle
Returns to the same port
Ship
Bolette
From
£1,449
per person, sharing

Highlights

What makes this one worth it

  1. Whale watching in Húsavík

  2. Crossing the Icelandic Arctic Circle near Grímsey

  3. Visiting ReykjavíkWith Blue Lagoon and Sky Lagoon

  4. Passing Látrabjarg bird cliffs

  5. Views of Gullfoss and Goðafoss waterfalls

About the trip

Fred. Olsen’s Bolette spends ten nights sailing north from Newcastle, with the first port of call Reykjavík. The Icelandic capital’s laid-back streets lead easily to the Blue Lagoon or the newer Sky Lagoon, both inviting spots for a warm bath after a chilly day ashore. From here the itinerary threads through fjords and cliffs along the west and north coasts, including Grundarfjörður—a gateway to the Kirkjufell mountain—and passes Látrabjarg, home to vast seabird colonies.

Stops at Ísafjörður and Seyðisfjörður showcase traditional fishing ports with brightly coloured houses and access to walks or boat trips. A highlight is whale-watching in Húsavík, where the chances of spotting humpbacks and minke whales peak. The route crosses the Arctic Circle near Grímsey Island, offering a moment to stretch the legs with a touch of the midnight sun overhead. The cliffs of Hornbjarg loom nearby, a reminder that Iceland’s rough coasts can be as dramatic as its waterfalls.

The cruise is paced with several sea days for soaking in the scenery and the unusual sensation of the midnight sun. Returning to Newcastle, there’s a sense of having travelled some of the less visited parts of Iceland’s coastline on a ship small enough to bring you close to wildlife and places without the rush of a tour coach.

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The route in outline: places are joined in the order visited, not by the roads or sea lanes taken.
  1. 1 Newcastle
  2. 2 Reykjavík
  3. 3 Grundarfjörður
  4. 4 Húsavík
  5. 5 Seyðisfjörður

Itinerary

The route, day by day

  1. Day 1

    Newcastle, England

  2. Day 2

    At sea

  3. Day 3

    Reykjavík, Iceland

  4. Day 4

    Grundarfjörður, Iceland

  5. Day 5

    Pass Látrabjarg, Iceland

  6. Day 6

    Ísafjörður, Iceland

When to go

Departures and prices

Lowest price each month, per person.

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines confirms exact dates, availability and prices when you book.

Need to know

Before you book

Price based on
Two people sharing a cabinThe operator confirms the exact basis when you book.
Travelling alone
Check with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
Flights
Not needed if you join at Newcastle
What’s included
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Accessibility
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Cabin
Interior Cabin

For full details of what’s included, check with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines. See the full details on their site

Questions people ask

How long is Wonders & Wildlife of Iceland?
Wonders & Wildlife of Iceland is a 10 nights cruise holiday.
Where does Wonders & Wildlife of Iceland depart from?
Wonders & Wildlife of Iceland departs from Newcastle.
Who operates Wonders & Wildlife of Iceland?
Wonders & Wildlife of Iceland is operated by Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines aboard Bolette.
How much does Wonders & Wildlife of Iceland cost?
Prices for Wonders & Wildlife of Iceland start from £1,449, subject to availability.

The operator

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines

Smaller-ship cruises, many from UK ports

A Norwegian family name in shipping since the nineteenth century, known for smaller ships that can reach the narrower fjords and harbours.

You book with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines directly. They confirm your place, take payment, and look after you from the moment you leave home; Atlas & Passage’s part ends when you click through.

New to United Kingdom? Our United Kingdom guide has the practical essentials: money, plugs, visas and when to go.

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