APRIL 2024
MANY NEW EVENTS TO COME - KEEP YOUR EYES PEELED!
We have been extremely busy with our travels, from the top of the Artic Circle to Bournemouth! experiencing so many places new and revisited, along with lots of new customers as well as those regulars that have come to know and love our day trips and holidays.
So many exciting events for 2024 and now going into 2025! Some of the events are so popular we have bought them back again and again! You'll all be pleased to hear that we are not sitting on our laurels, Nick is still researching more places to visit, and remember we are always open to suggestions, of which we have had a few just recently.
We are very excited to have just secured two new Ocean Cruises with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
SCENIC ISLANDS & COASTLINES OF SCOTLAND & IRELAND IN AUGUST 2025
SPANISH COLOURS & CULTURES IN SEPTEMBER 2025
For further details and full itinerary please click on the side bar OUR LATEST CRUISES WITH FRED OLSEN or pay us a visit at our office and we will be more than happy to help you with any enquiries for these beautiful ocen cruises.
MORE NEW TRIPS have now been loaded onto the website and we really hope you're enjoying what you see, there will most definitely be more to come. A short break up to visit Coronation Street and Emmerdale for June 2025 is something that will be announced soon - for all those soap lovers as well as the stunning countryside that surrounds these venues. It is our aim to please and make it a pleasure to travel, to take the hassle out of seeing that theatre show you've always wanted to see or just simply to have a great day out! Our thanks to everyone that have left reviews, it means a great deal to us to hear that we are doing it right.
WE WISH EACH AND EVERYONE A VERY HAPPY SPRING SEASON AHEAD
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This week MJ (Michael Jackson) The Musical has opened at The Prince Edward Theatre London to absolute 5 star reviews
this really is a show that you won't want to miss - coming from Broadway to thrill the audiences in the UK
we are running a trip to this fantastic show on THURSDAY 26TH SEPTEMBER 2024 MATINEE PERFORMANCE WITH EXCELLENT SEATS
LIMITED NUMBER OF SEATS AVAILABLE - BOOK TODAY TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT
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NEW - BIG BAND NIGHT FEATURING MAURY DEANS BIG BAND NIGHT WITH SPECIAL CABARET GUEST - JASON ALLEN
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NEW - CHRISTMAS GALA NIGHT AT THE WATERLOOVILLE GOLF CLUB FEATURING PEPPERMINT SOUL BAND
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CHRISTMAS AT WINDSOR CASTLE
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NEW DATE FOR MOULIN ROUGE THURSDAY 23RD JANUARY 2025
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NEW BOOKING - OLIVER! AT THE CHICHESTER FESTIVAL THEATRE
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NEW DATE FOR CAMDEN MARKET WITH RIVER CRUISE AND AFTERNOON TEA
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NEW DATE FOR BUCKINGHAM PALACE MONDAY 2ND SEPTEMBER 2024
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FAWLTY TOWERS THE PLAY AT THE APOLLO THEATRE LONDON
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HELLO DOLLY AT THE LONDON PALLADIUM
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TONY BLACKBURN'S SOUNDS OF THE 60'S AT THE BOURNEMOUTH PAVILION THEATRE
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THE DRIFTERS AT THE BOURNEMOUTH PAVILION THEATRE
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FRANKIE'S GUYS THE WORLD'S NUMBER ONE CELEBRATION OF FRANKIE VALLI & THE FOUR SEASONS - TRIBUTE NGHT
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ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER'S STARLIGHT EXPRESS AT THE TROUBADOUR WEMBLEY THEATRE
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THE BIRMINGHAM INTERNATIONAL TATTOO 2025 AT THE WORLD RESORTS ARENA
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For more details of all of our trips simply find the trip of your choice on the side bar listing, click on the trip and more details will show. Should you wish to know any more details then why not give us a call - we're always happy to answer your questions.
Please keep in mind that we do sell Gift Vouchers if you're stuck for something to give to your loved ones for that special occasion ❤️
A NEW DATE FOR YOUR DIARY - HOT OFF THE PRESS
TORVILL AND DEAN: OUR LAST DANCE
SKATING LEGENDS TORVILL AND DEAN FAREWELL TOURFRIDAY 25TH APRIL 20257.30 PMAT THE RESORTS WORLD ARENA, BIRMINGHAM 4 PLACES AVAILABLE
NEW DATE - NEW VENUE FOR TOVILL AND DEAN: OUR LAST DANCE
SKATING LEGENDS TORVILL AND DEAN FAREWELL TOURSUNDAY 13TH APRIL 2025AT THE OVO ARENA WEMBLEY - LONDON6.30 PM PERFORMANCELIMITED NUMBER AVAILABLESORRY SOLD OUT
TO BOOK - Please call 02392 230329 or email: keystrips@icloud.com
ABBA VOYAGE
NEW DATES FOR ABBA VOYAGE AT THE ABBA ARENA LONDON - 2024
FRIDAY 9TH AUGUST 2024 - 7.45 PM PERFORMANCE - SEATED - SORRY SOLD OUT
NEW DATE SECURED - FRIDAY 20TH DECEMBER 2024 - 7.45 PM PERFORMANCE - SEATED - AVAILABILITY
TO VIEW PRICES FOR OUR ABBA VOYAGE TOURS PLEASE CLICK ON THE SIDE BAR ENTITLED DATES FOR ABBA VOYAGE
NEW FOR 2025
WE ARE ABSOLUTELY THRILLED TO BRING YOU THIS ONCE IN A LIFETIME TOUR
THE MIGHTY MEKONG - RIVER CRUISE SAILING ON BOARD RV BASSAC PANDAW
WITH PANDAW IN PARTNERSHIP WITH FRED. HOLIDAYS
DEPARTING WEDNESDAY 12TH MARCH 2025 FOR 14 DAYS
RETURN ECONOMY FLIGHTS FROM LONDON HEATHROW
OVERSEAS TRANSFERS
PRE AND POST CRUISE STAYS
ALL SIGHTSEEING AND EXCURSIONS BEFORE, DURING AND AFTER THE MEKONG CRUISE
FULL-BOARD MEKONG RIVER CRUISE ABOARD RV BASSAC PANDAW
DINING DRINKS (NO WINE)
FULL ITINERARY AVAILABLE FROM OUR OFFICE
CLICK ON THE SIDE BAR FOR MORE DETAILS
NEW DAY TRIPS / EVENTS FOR 2024 / 2025
TO VIEW MORE DETAILS SIMPLY CLICK ON THE SIDE BAR THE TRIP OF YOUR CHOICE OR CALL OUR OFFICE 02392 230329
NEW - MRS DOUBTFIRE AT THE SHAFTESBURY THEATRE LONDON - MATINEE PERFORMANCE
- THURSDAY 18TH APRIL 2024
NEW MOULIN ROUGE - AT THE PICADILLY THEATRE - LONDON - MATINEE PERFORMANCE -
THURSDAY 9TH MAY 2024 SORRY SOLD OUT - NEW DATE AVAILABLE - SEE SIDE BAR
NEW - BBC GARDENER'S WORLD FAIR SET IN THE GROUNDS OF BEAULIEU FRIDAY 3RD MAY
2024
NEW - THE ROYAL PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA AT THE ROYAL ALBERT HALL HERO'S AND
SUPERHERO'S ON SATURDAY 11TH MAY 2024
NEW - EXBURY GARDENS & STEAM RAILWAY WITH A MEET AND GREET GUIDE - MONDAY
13TH MAY 2024
NEW - RHS CHELSEA FLOWER SHOW 2024 - THURSDAY 23RD MAY 2024
NEW - STRICTLY THE PROFESSIONALS UK TOUR 2024 - AT THE BOURNEMOUTH
INTERNATIONAL CENTRE MATINEE PERFORMANCE - SUNDAY 26TH MAY 2024
SORRY SOLD OUT
NEW - ROYAL ASCOT LADIES DAY GOLD CUP IN THE QUEEN ANNE ENCLOSURE WITH
BREAKFAST AT THE NEWBURY & CROOKHAM GOLF CLUB - THURSDAY 20TH JUNE 2024
SORRY SOLD OUT
NEW - THE RHS HAMPTON COURT GARDEN FESTIVAL 2024 ON THURSDAY 4TH JULY 2024
SORRY SOLD OUT
NEW - ABBA REVIVAL TRIBUTE NIGHT AT THE WATERLOOVILLE GOLF CLUB ON FRIDAY 5TH
JULY 2024
NEW - THE KENNET & AVON CANAL WITH PLOUGHMAN'S LUNCH AND APPLE PIE - A LAZY
SUNDAY AFTERNOON - SUNDAY 7TH JULY 2024 - SORRY SOLD OUT - SEE BELOW FOR NEW
DATE - SUNDAY 18TH AUGUST 2024
NEW - MOULIN ROUGE - AT THE PICADILLY THEATRE - LONDON - MATINEE PERFORMANCE -
THURSDAY 11TH JULY 2024 SORRY SOLD OUT - NEW DATE THURSDAY 23RD
JANUARY 2025 - SEE BELOW AND SIDE BAR FOR DETAILS
NEW - HENLEY FESTIVAL 2024 AN EVENING ON BOARD "THE WATERMAN" - A FANTASTIC
EVENING NOT TO BE MISSED - SATURDAY 13TH JULY 2024 SORRY SOLD OUT
NEW - BUCKINGHAM PALACE AND STATE ROOMS - MONDAY 15TH JULY 2024 - SORRY SOLD OUT
NEW - RNLI HEADQUARTERS POOLE WITH A TWO COURSE LUNCH AND AFTER TO COMPTON
ACRES GARDENS - THURSDAY 18TH JULY 2024
NEW - HIGHCLERE CASTLE, GARDENS AND THE EGYPTIAN EXHIBITION WITH A VISIT TO
WINCHESTER CITY TO START THE DAY - MONDAY 22ND JULY 2024 - SORRY SOLD OUT
NEW - CAMDEN LOCK AND MARKET WITH RIVER CRUISE AND AFTERNOON TEA - SECOND DATE
DUE TO POPULAR DEMAND - SUNDAY 28TH JULY 2024
NEW - THE NEW FOREST & HAMPSHIRE COUNTY SHOW - THURSDAY 31ST JULY 2024
NEW - CAMDEN LOCK AND MARKET WITH A RIVER CRUISE AND AFTERNOON TEA - BACK BY
VERY POPULAR DEMAND - SUNDAY 4TH AUGUST 2024 ONLY ONE PLACE AVAILABLE
NEW DATE NOW BOOKED - SEE ABOVE - SUNDAY 28TH JULY 2024
NEW - FAWLTY TOWERS - THE PLAY - THE WEST END PREMIERE AT THE APOLLO THEATRE
LONDON WEDNESDAY 7TH AUGUST 2024 - MATINEE PERFORMANCE
NEW DATE- THE KENNET & AVON CANAL WITH PLOUGHMAN'S LUNCH AND APPLE PIE - A LAZY
SUNDAY AFTERNOON - SUNDAY 18TH AUGUST 2024
NEW - HELLO DOLLY AT THE LONDON PALLADIUM - EVENING PERFORMANCE - FRIDAY 23RD
AUGUST 2024
NEW - OLIVER! THE MUSICAL AT THE CHICHESTER FESTIVAL THEATRE - EVENING
PERFORMANCE - TUESDAY 27TH AUGUST 2024
NEW - BOURNEMOUTH AIR FESTIVAL - PRICES TO BE ANNOUNCED BUT WE CAN TAKE NAMES
FOR THIS VERY POPULAR DAY - FRIDAY 30TH AUGUST 2024
NEW - THE SOUNDS OF THE 60'S LIVE HOSTED BY TONY BLACKBURN OBE - AT THE
BOURNEMOUTH PAVILION THEATRE - EVENING PERFORMANCE - EXCELLENT SEATS - ON
MONDAY 16TH SEPTEMBER 2024
NEW - LES MISERABLES AT THE SONDHEIM THEATRE LONDON - MATINEE PERFORMANCE
ON THURSDAY 19TH SEPTEMBER 2024 SORRY SOLD OUT
NEW - THE DRIFTERS - FOR ONE NIGHT ONLY - AT THE BOURNEMOUTH PAVILION THEATRE -
EVENING PERFORMANCE - EXCELLENT SEATS - ON SUNDAY 22ND SEPTEMBER 2024
NEW - MJ THE MUSICAL - THIS NEW AWARD WINNING PHENOMENAL MUSICAL - MICHAEL
JACKSON THE MUSICAL - AT THE PRINCE EDWARD THEATRE - MATINEE PERFORMANCE
- THURSDAY 26TH SEPTEMBER 2024
NEW DATE SECURED: ABBA VOYAGE: SATURDAY 19TH OCTOBER 2024 - 7.45 PM PERFORMANCE -
SEATED
NEW - MICHEAL FLATLEY'S LORD OR THE DANCE - A LIFETIME OF STANDING OVATIONS -
EVENING PERFORMANCE - AT THE BOURNEMOUTH PAVILION THEATRE - WEDNESDAY
23RD OCTOBER 2024
NEW DATE DUE TO POPULAR DEMAND: MRS DOUBTFIRE AT THE SHAFTESBURY THEATRE -
MATINEE PERFORMANCE - THURSDAY 7TH NOVEMBER 2024
NEW - THE LION KING AT THE LYCEUM THEATRE LONDON - MATINEE PERFORMANCE -
WEDNESDAY 20TH NOVEMBER 2024
NEW - THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA - A NEW MUSICAL WITH MUSIC BY ELTON JOHN - AT THE
DOMINION THEATRE LONDON - MATINEE PERFORMANCE - WEDNESDAY 13TH
NOVEMBER 2024
NEW - BIG BAND NIGHT AT THE WATERLOOVILLE GOLF CLUB WITH HOT TABLE PLATTERS ON
SATURDAY 23RD NOVEMBER 2024
NEW DATE DUE TO DEMAND - TINA THE MUSICAL - AT THE ALDWYCH THEATRE LONDON -
MATINEE PERFORMANCE - THURSDAY 28TH NOVEMBER 2024
NEW - FRANKIE'S GUYS THE WORLD'S NUMBER ONE CELEBRATION OF FRANKIE VALLI & THE
FOUR SEASONS AT THE WATERLOOVILLE GOLF CLUB ON SATURDAY 21ST DECEMBER
2024
NEW - CAROLS AT THE ROYAL ALBERT HALL - 3.00PM PERFORMANCE - EXCELLENT SEATS -
SUNDAY 22ND DECEMBER 2024 SORRY SOLD OUT
NEW - FUN FOR ALL THE FAMILY - JACK & THE BEANSTALK PANTOMIME AT THE BOURNEMOUTH
PAVILION - MATINEE PERFORMANCE - FABULOUS SEATS - INCLUDES A TWO COURSE
LUNCH AT HARRY RAMSDEN'S RESTAURANT - SUNDAY 5TH JANUARY 2025
NEW - ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER'S STARLIGHT EXPRESS IN THE STARLIGHT AUDITORIUM AT THE
TROUBADOUR WEMBLEY THEATRE LONDON - 5.30 PM PERFORMANCE - SUNDAY 2ND
FEBRUARY 2025 - GET YOUR SKATES ON YOU WON'T WANT TO MISS THIS!
NEW - THE BIRMINGHAM INTERNATIONAL TATTOO - SUNDAY 9TH FEBRUARY 2025 - 2.00 PM
PERFORMANCE AT THE RESORTS WORLD ARENA - BIRMINGHAM
NEW - TORVILL AND DEAN: OUR LAST DANCE ON FRIDAY 25TH APRIL 2025 7.30 PM
PERFORMANCE AT THE RESORTS WORLD ARENA - BIRMINGHAM
As you can see from all those above we have been very busy bee's and there will be plenty more to come in 2024, there is always so much behind the scenes work going on to arrange these exciting new places to visit and shows to see. Keep your eyes peeled on our webpage and office window for even more to come!
We would like to thank everyone for your support and valued custom, without you we simply would not be here and we remind ourselves every day how fortunate we are for our business to have survived the two bad years during Covid and that is all because we have amazing clients who value what we have to offer and enjoy the many events we put together for you.
A HUGE THANK YOU TO YOU ALL
We certainly all still need something to look forward to in 2024
NEW HOLIDAYS AND SHORT BREAKS AWAY AVAILABLE TO BOOK NOW INCLUDE:
NEW - POTTERS RESORT THE UK'S ONLY ALL INCLUSIVE RESORT FOR A FUN-FILLED WEEKEND - FRIDAY 17TH MAY TO MONDAY 20TH MAY 2024
NEW - YORKSHIRE RAIL AND SAIL - 5 DAY TOUR TO YORKSHIRE - MONDAY 24TH JUNE TO FRIDAY 28TH JUNE 2024 - MORE DETAILS AVAILABLE FROM OUR OFFICE SORRY SOLD OUT
NEW - AVON'S CALLING - 5 DAY TOUR TO BRISTOL - MONDAY 12TH AUGUST TO FRIDAY 16TH AUGUST 2024 - MORE DETAILS AVAILABLE FROM OUR OFFICE
NEW - OUR FIRST MYSTERY SLEEPOVER - TO WHO KNOWS WHERE?? 1 NIGHT HALF BOARD STAYING IN A 4* HOTEL AND SPA - MONDAY 30TH SEPTEMBER 2024
DO WE HAVE YOU INTRIGUED THEN WHY NOT JOIN US??
NEW - THURSFORD CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR - THE LARGEST CHRISTMAS SHOW IN THE COUNTRY - 3 DAY TOUR STAYING AT THE HOLIDAY INN NORWICH - FRIDAY 15TH NOVEMBER TO SUNDAY 17TH NOVEMBER 2024
DON'T DELAY - BOOK TODAY - TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT
Our website is updated daily with the new rescheduled dates for all to see. If you click on the side bar to the left 'LATEST AVAILABILITY ON ALL TRIPS AND HOLIDAYS' you will be able to see all we have to offer to date and the availability we have. Should you have any enquiry regarding any of our trips / holidays / events please give us a call. Should you have any queries or concerns about anything that you are booked on with us please do not hesitate to call on the number below and we will be more than happy to hear from you and assist.
For further details on any of these shows please call our telephone number: 02392 230329
We are always happy to help and have a chat.
We are extremely excited to bring you our 2023 Ocean Cruises with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines and our 2024 into 2024 Amadeus River Cruises. You can view all of these cruises and their itineraries by clicking on the link on our webpage.
We have been working with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines - Groups Team to put together our new 2024 Group Escorted Ocean Cruises, and we hope you will like the selection we have picked, perhaps this will give us all a glimmer of the good times ahead.
NEW FOR 2024
OCEAN CRUISES WITH FRED. OLSEN CRUISE LINES
TO TOP IT ALL OFF WE HAVE AN AMAZING NEW OCEAN CRUISE WITH FRED. OLSEN CRUISE LINES FOR 2024 / 2025
Cultural Adriatic Discovery - May/June 2024
Scenic Islands & Coastlines of Scotland & Ireland - August 2025
Spanish Colours & Cultures - September 2025
SEE BELOW OR CLICK ON THE SIDE BAR TO VIEW DETAILS OF OUR LATEST ESCORTED OCEAN CRUISE 2024 WITH FRED. OLSEN CRUISE LINES
2024
NEW OCEAN CRUISE NEW OCEAN CRUISE NEW OCEAN CRUISE
WE STILL HAVE A SMALL AVAILABILITY FOR OUR 2024 OCEAN CRUISE
CULTURAL ADRIATIC DISCOVERY on board Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines Borealis sailing from Southampton - 20 nights - 30th May 2024. Now available for booking from Keys Trips & Events office. For full details and cabin availability please contact our office. Please see the link on the sidebar to view the full itinerary. With £200.00 pp on board spend.
2025
TWO NEW OCEAN CRUISES TWO NEW OCEAN CRUISES
Firstly we bring you Scenic Islands & Coastlines of Scotland & Ireland sailing from Southampton on board Balmoral on Monday 4th August 2025 for 9 nights.
This voyage aboard Borealis has been designed to showcase some of Scotland and Ireland’s most scenic landscapes, including the iconic Cliffs of Moher and the bonnet-shaped island of Bad Mor. Borealis will take you along picturesque Loch Hourn and past the extraordinary basalt columns of Fingal’s Cave and the rugged cliffs of Rum, Eigg, Muck and Canna, which offer a sanctuary for wildlife. On this scenic cruise you will have the chance to embrace local traditions, sample local foods and enrich your journey with the legendary history at sites like Skara Brae, Callanish, and the Ring of Brodgar. Ports of call will include Aberdeen, Lerwick, Kirkwall, Killybegs and Galway.
Group Fare from £1,499.00 pp
Includes Free On Board Spend £100pp Credit - Free Group Drinks Party - Free Group Transport to/from Port.
Secondly we bring you Spanish Colours & Cultures sailing from Southampton to Valencia on board Balmoral on Wednesday 17th September 2025 for 10 nights.
Join Balmoral in the Mediterranean, where ornate architectural masterpieces await your discovery. Marvel at Barcelona’s iconic landmarks, including the Sagrada Familia Cathedral and colourful Park Guell. Immerse yourself in the vibrant Spanish lifestyle, uncover the artistic inspirations of these enchanting destinations, from Ibiza’s diverse beauty to Barcelona’s homage to Picasso and Dali. Ports of call will include La Coruna, Cadiz, Ibiza, Barcelona and Valencia.
Fly-Cruise return - Includes flight to selected UK airport (to be confirmed) and transfer from the ship.
Group fare from £1,599.00 PP
Includes Free On Board Spend £65.00pp Credit - Free Group Drinks Party - Free Group Transport to/from Port/Airport
TWO NEW RIVER CRUISES FOR 2024
CRUISE THE SEINE - Paris, Normandy and The River Seine - Aboard MS Amadeus Diamond - 8 Days departing on Wednesday 4th September 2024
An unforgettable river cruise on the stunning MS Amadeus Diamond 5* Floating Hotel visiting Conflans-St.-Honorine, Rouen, Le Harvre, Les Andeleys, Vernon, Mantes-La-Jolie, finally arriving at the French Capital Paris. Keys Group Cruise Special Prices available.
Full itinerary available from our office.
Please note that we travel to our destinations on our River Cruises by coach/return via ferry from Dover to Calais or Dunkirk - this will incur an extra charge to the prices on the River Cruise - details can be obtained from our office. Prices may also incur an overnight hotel stay.
THE MAGIC OF ADVENT ON THE RHINE - Aboard MS AMADEUS RIVA - 5 Days -
Departing on Saturday 30th November 2024 for an Overnight Stay before continuing our journey to
board Amadeus Riva in Strabourg on 1st December 2024 - Strasbourg to Cologne
Return 5th December 2024
Beautiful festive Christmas Markets await you starting in Strasbourg, visiting Speyer, Rudeheim, Koblenz. All whilst enjoying the festively decorated 5* floating hotel MS Amadeus Riva - fine dining and free-flowing red and white wines form Europe's famous wine regions, beer and soft drinks with every lunch and dinner onboard.Full itinerary and prices available from our office.
Please note that we travel to our destinations on our River Cruises by coach/return via ferry from Dover to Calais or Dunkirk - this will incur an extra charge to the prices on the River Cruise - details can be obtained from our office. Prices may also incur an overnight hotel stay.
For further details and time limited promotions on any of the above cruises please contact our office, we can help you with cabin choice, availability and much more. All of these cruises are now on sale, and we can arrange a personal appointment to meet at our office, on a one to one basis at your convenience. We do recommend booking as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. We are happy to assist you and answer any questions you may have regarding cruising, and really do look forward to welcoming our clients with open arms.
We would like to bring to your attention Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines Travel with Confidence. Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines want to ensure you’re confident to travel with them and have introduced their Safe Sailing Charter and Plain Sailing Guarantee - please ask us for details of these or you can visit Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines website fredolsencruises.com and take a look for yourself - giving confidence with future cruising in mind.
Please also note: Should you wish to book any other cruises with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines other than our own Escorted Group Cruises and on an independent basis, we are more than happy to help you with your own individual enquiry and booking. Please give us a call on the telephone number below.
OFFICE TEL. NO: 02392 230329
Our Phone Lines are Open Tuesday to Saturday 9.00 am to 1.00 pm