No-Fly Caribbean Christmas Island-Hopping from Southampton, 18 December 2026 (31 nights)

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"Perfect Entertainment"
Ship Borealis  -  Fred. Olsen
Ocean View Cabin from £5,225 per person
No Fly Cruise No Fly Cruise
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  • date 18 December 2026 · 31 nights
  • occupancy 2 Adults
  • Overview of a Ocean View Cabin Ocean View Cabin from Was £5,439 pp £5,225 pp You save £214 pp
  • Overview of a Terrace Cabin Terrace Cabin from Was £7,729 pp £7,423 pp You save £306 pp
  • Overview of a Balcony Junior Suite Balcony Junior Suite from Was £8,949 pp £8,595 pp You save £354 pp
  • Overview of a Ocean View Cabin Ocean View Cabin from Was £10,334 pp £9,924 pp You save £410 pp
  • Overview of a Terrace Cabin Terrace Cabin from Was £13,526 pp £12,988 pp You save £538 pp
  • Overview of a Balcony Junior Suite Balcony Junior Suite from Was £15,661 pp £15,038 pp You save £623 pp
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Overview

  • A wide range of cuisine, including five course a la carte meals and afternoon tea served in The View restaurant
  • A variety of dazzling entertainment from live music to cabaret shows
  • Captivating lectures and talks in the Neptune Lounge
  • A fully equipped fitness centre
  • Gastronomy demonstrations in The Auditorium
  • Complimentary yoga, pilates and stretching classes
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Your itinerary

  • Day at Cruise
    Day 1-32 Cruise from Southampton and back
    • Day 1
      • Day at Port Cruise departs from Southampton
        18 Dec 2026
        Southampton, UK
        Southampton, UK
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        SeaCity Museum
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        Solent Sky Museum
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        The New Forest
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        Tudor House and Garden
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        Southampton City Art Gallery

        The UK’s largest cruise port and where many will begin their cruise holiday, Southampton has no shortage of maritime and historical attractions. Discover local landmarks on a walking tour including 30 ancient monuments, learn about the tragic story of the Titanic and escape to the great outdoors at the New Forest National Park. With numerous options for seafood dining and even a free art gallery, Southampton is an undoubtedly great destination for a pre or post-cruise stay.

    • Day 2-4
      • Day at sea At Sea
        19-21 Dec 2026
    • Day 6
      • Day at Port Santa Cruz, Tenerife
        23 Dec 2026
        Embrace the Spirit of Santa Cruz
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        Playa de Las Teresitas
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        Rural de Anaga Park
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        Tenerife Carnival

        Stroll through lively plazas, soak up the sun on volcanic beaches, and explore the stunning landscapes of Tenerife’s rugged north.

    • Day 7-11
      • Day at sea At Sea
        24-28 Dec 2026
    • Day 13
      • Day at Port St. John's, Antigua - Overnight onboard
        30 Dec 2026
        Unwind in Vibrant St. John’s
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        Fort James
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        Art Gallery
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        Museum

        Explore colourful markets, relax on sun-drenched beaches, and discover Antigua’s rich history at Nelson’s Dockyard.

    • Day 15
      • Day at Port Philipsburg, St. Maarten
        1 Jan 2027
        Bask in the Beauty of Philipsburg
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        Fort Amsterdam
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        Great Bay Beach
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        The Rusty Parrot

        Relax on white-sand beaches, shop duty-free on Front Street, and watch planes soar over Maho Beach in this lively Caribbean gem.

    • Day 16
      • Day at Port Basseterre, St. Kitts
        2 Jan 2027
        Discover the Beauty of Basseterre
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        National Museum of St. Kitts
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        Frigate Bay
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        Scenic Railway

        Wander through historic streets, relax on golden beaches, and take in breathtaking views from the lush peaks of St. Kitts.

    • Day 17
      • Day at Port Castries, St. Lucia
        3 Jan 2027
        Soak Up the Charm of Castries
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        Central Market
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        Rodney Bay
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        Marigot Bay

        Wander through bustling markets, unwind on golden beaches, and take in breathtaking views of the iconic Pitons in this Caribbean paradise.

    • Day 18
      • Day at Port Port Elizabeth, St. Vincent
        4 Jan 2027
        Port Elizabeth, St. Vincent
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        Turtle Sanctuary
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        Princess Margaret Beach
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        Fort Hamilton

        A picturesque seaside village, Port Elizabeth in St. Vincent and the Grenadine is known for its beautiful scenery, friendly locals and handful of tourist attractions. Situated on the island of Bequia, top attractions include the Old Hegg Turtle Sanctuary, Princess Margaret Beach and Fort Hamilton.

    • Day 19
      • Day at Port St. George's, Grenada
        5 Jan 2027
        Explore the Charm of St. George’s
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        Underwater Sculptures
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        Fort George
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        Annandale Falls

        Wander through colourful streets, visit historic forts, and enjoy the vibrant culture and stunning beaches of Grenada.

    • Day 20
      • Day at Port Bridgetown, Barbados
        6 Jan 2027
        Step into the Heart of Barbados
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        George Washington House
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        Chamberlain Bridge
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        Parliament Buildings

        Wander through the charming streets of Bridgetown, a UNESCO-listed city where colonial history meets Caribbean vibrance.

    • Day 21-26
      • Day at sea At Sea
        7-12 Jan 2027
    • Day 28
      • Day at Port Funchal, Madeira
        14 Jan 2027
        Discover the Charm of Funchal
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        Funchal Cathedral
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        Monte Cable Car
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        Monte Palace Tropical Garden
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        Quinta do Palheiro Ferreira

        Stroll through lush gardens, explore the vibrant market, and soak in stunning views of Madeira’s rugged coastline.

    • Day 29-30
      • Day at sea At Sea
        15-16 Jan 2027
    • Day 32
      • Day at Port Southampton
        18 Jan 2027
        Southampton, UK
        Southampton, UK
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        SeaCity Museum
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        Solent Sky Museum
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        The New Forest
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        Tudor House and Garden
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        Southampton City Art Gallery

        The UK’s largest cruise port and where many will begin their cruise holiday, Southampton has no shortage of maritime and historical attractions. Discover local landmarks on a walking tour including 30 ancient monuments, learn about the tragic story of the Titanic and escape to the great outdoors at the New Forest National Park. With numerous options for seafood dining and even a free art gallery, Southampton is an undoubtedly great destination for a pre or post-cruise stay.

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What's included

Included

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On 2026 sailings selected house beer (by the glass), selected red, white and rosé wine (by the glass), and draught soft drinks, included with lunch and dinner. Available with waiter service only in selected venues, including the main, buffet and speciality restaurants. Non-alcoholic options are also available

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Tips are now included in the Freedom Fare for 2026 sailings and beyond.

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Choose from a variety of things to entertain yourself including restaurants, bars, theatre, pools and much more.

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks from the buffet and main dining restaurants are all included. Meals from the specialty dining restaurants are additional.

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Your cabin is included in the price of the cruise.

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No surprises. All port fees and taxes are included in the price.

Extras

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Wi-Fi

If you would like to use the internet onboard you can add a package from £8.50 - £12 per day depending on the length of the cruise. This can be added to your package after booking.

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Speciality Dining

Specialty restaurants allow travellers to enhance their dining experience during the cruise. This is a great way to add variety to your holiday or celebrate a special occasion. You can pay for meals in the special dining restaurants onboard.

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Car parking

Car parking at the port or airport is not included in the cost of your cruise, and this cannot currently be booked through Iglu Cruise. However, please contact us after you have made your booking if you would like to add this to your package, so we can discuss options. An approximate cost for parking during a cruise is around £12 to £20 per car per day. Alternatively, transfers can be arranged.

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Excursions

If you would like to do any excursions/tours while docked these will be an additional charge. Excursions/tours can’t currently be booked with us online but please contact us after you have made the booking if you would like to add these to your package. Alternatively these can be bought while on the ship but may be more expensive than pre-booking.

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Transfers (home to port)

Transfers from your home to the port or airport aren't included but we can help organise coach transfers, taxis etc to make your life easier. Please contact us after you have made the booking if you would like to add these to your package.

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Travel insurance

Travel insurance is not included in your cruise package. However, Iglu Cruise has partnered with Holiday Extras to provide this service. With flexible policies and cruise-specific cover, you can rest assured that you’re completely covered when you go away. Get a Holiday Extras travel insurance quote right here.

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Visa

Visas are not included with your cruise fare and are not provided by Iglu Cruise. Important visas and travel documents must be obtained by the individual guest prior to embarkation. To help, Iglu Cruise has partnered with The Travel Visa Company for professional assistance with all your travel documentation and visa needs.

Ship Facilities

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Borealis - By Fred. Olsen
Good for couples Over 50s Informal
Year: 1997 · Refurbished: 2020 · 9 Decks · Max capacity: 1,404 people
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  • Outside from £5,225
  • Ocean View Cabin £5,225 pp
  • Superior Ocean View Cabin £6,243 pp
  • Suite from £8,595
  • Balcony Junior Suite £8,595 pp
  • Balcony Suite £9,123 pp
  • Balcony from £7,423
  • Terrace Cabin £7,423 pp
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  • Outside from £5,225
  • Ocean View Cabin £5,225 pp
  • Superior Ocean View Cabin £6,243 pp
  • Suite from £8,595
  • Balcony Junior Suite £8,595 pp
  • Balcony Suite £9,123 pp
  • Balcony from £7,423
  • Terrace Cabin £7,423 pp
Select cabin
  • Outside from £5,225
  • Ocean View Cabin £5,225 pp
  • Superior Ocean View Cabin £6,243 pp
  • Suite from £8,595
  • Balcony Junior Suite £8,595 pp
  • Balcony Suite £9,123 pp
  • Balcony from £7,423
  • Terrace Cabin £7,423 pp
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Ocean View Cabin

from £5,225 per person

With ample space and lots of natural light, these cabins are perfect for guests wanting stunning sea views anytime of day.

Cabin Size 214 square feet

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Superior Ocean View Cabin

from £6,243 per person

With large windows letting in lots of natural light, you can enjoy sensational sea views in these comfortable A Grade cabins.

Cabin Size 190 - 214 square feet

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Terrace Cabin

from £7,423 per person

Offering direct access to the Promenade Deck, these spacious cabins are perfect for enjoying the sea views and sun loungers.

Cabin Size 218 square feet

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Balcony Junior Suite

from £8,595 per person

Kick back and relax inside and out in this homely suite, complete with a comfy seating space and your own private balcony.

Cabin Size 280 - 290 square feet

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Balcony Suite

from £9,123 per person

With a balcony and the Suite Dreams package, these comfortable suites are perfect if you want a little more space to relax.

Cabin Size 280 - 290 square feet

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Iglu Cruise customer reviews for Borealis

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Based on 143 reviews
Cabin
5
Service
5
Excursions
4
Dining
5
Activities
4
Value for money
4
Entertainment
4
star star star star star

Just a wonder full time weather perfick ,met nice people ,eat great food ,went swimming, silent disco was great fun ,Rotterdam at its best large street market kept us shopping for bargains ,followed by a cold beer in a street cafe ,lovely didnt go to bulb fields as rain came pouring down but saw them last year so no worries ,nice lunch by the pool instead.

couple
couple
10+ cruises
7 May 2026
star star star star star

Lovely ship. Food and entertainment top-notch. Now drinks and tips including even better.

couple
couple
10+ cruises
6 May 2026
star star star star star

What an excellent cruise. My three daughters and I will definitely choose Fred Olsen again when we are looking to book another cruise holiday.

family
family
6-10 cruises
6 May 2026
star star star star star

We have just returned from a wonderful cruise on Fred Olsen’s Borealis! The quality of the service, friendliness of the staff and the attention to detail were amazing. Admittedly, we were incredibly lucky with the weather and we had blue skies throughout, even in Europe’s wettest city, Bergen. We really enjoyed the two on shore excursions we went on, in particular a trip to Voringsfossen waterfall and Hardanger Nature Centre, where our guide was really knowledgeable. The scenery throughout the holiday was amazing! The entertainment on board was superb, in particular the Borealis Players, Ben Moss & the wonderful crew show. We also went to talks on board the ship from David Nike, which gave us a greater appreciation for Norway and the places we were visiting. Facilities on Borealis were excellent & it was clear that there was a lot of pride taken in maintaining the ship and keeping everything clean and tidy. On our final day we took a behind the scenes tour of the ship, which was really interesting. It was great to see how everything and everyone works together to make our stay so seamless. In particular, I would like to mention three members of staff who we felt made our stay even more special, our steward Elsa and our two waiters in the Borealis restaurant, Nagaraj & Gaurav. We loved the Fred Olsen culture.

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group
2-5 cruises
2 May 2026
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