The line’s flagship Bolette will homeport in Dover in August, September and October, setting off on an eight-night cruise around Scotland, before sailing itineraries that include the Portuguese islands of Madeira and the Azores, and Italian coastal cities.

Meanwhile, the cruise company’s Balmoral ship will sail from Dover from September to November  offering a 28-night trip around Mediterranean hotspots such as Greece, Croatia and Turkey, as well as voyages to see the Norwegian fjords and the Northern Lights.

“We have offered cruises from Dover for many years, and we are really pleased to be returning again this summer. Our ships always receive such a warm welcome,” said Fred Olsen product director Clare Ward.

“Our journey planners have hand-crafted these late summer sailings specially, taking advantage of the south-easterly location of the port to maximise the experiences on-board and ashore for our guests.”