Exploring the Landscapes of Green Spain from Southampton, 28 August 2026 (5 nights)

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"Breathtaking Entertainment"

Borealis - Fred. Olsen

Getxo (for Bilbao)

Bilbao Cathedral

Itinerary Map

Basilica de Begona

Santander

Bilbao Fine Arts Museum

Guggenheim Museum

Plaza Nueva

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No Fly Cruise

28 August 2026 · 5 nights
2 Adults Change
- 2 Adults
- 1 Adult

Ocean View Cabin from ~~Was £899 pp~~ £776 pp You save £123 pp 2 E
Superior Ocean Fully Obstructed View from ~~Was £1,186 pp~~ £1,030 pp You save £156 pp 2 CO
Terrace Cabin from ~~Was £1,199 pp~~ £1,067 pp You save £132 pp 3 TC
Balcony Junior Suite from ~~Was £1,349 pp~~ £1,231 pp You save £118 pp 4 BJ
Single Balcony Suite from ~~Was £1,619 pp~~ £1,484 pp You save £135 pp 4 JB
Terrace Cabin from ~~Was £2,098 pp~~ £1,866 pp You save £232 pp 3 TC

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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

Enjoy selected drinks with lunch & dinner, gratuities, complimentary guided walks ashore & shuttle buses for selected ports when booking on Freedom Fare on 2026 & 2027 Sailings!

Tips Included

Adults Only

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Your itinerary

DAY 1

Cruise departs from Southampton

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DAY 2

At Sea

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DAY 3

Getxo (for Bilbao)

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DAY 4

Santander

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DAY 5

At Sea

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DAY 6

Southampton

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Exploring the Landscapes of Green Spain from Southampton

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What's included

Included

Drinks

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

Tips

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

Entertainment

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

Meals

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

Accommodation

Your cabin is included in the price of the cruise.

Port Fees & Taxes

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

Extras

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.

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.

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.

Parking

Car parking at the port or airport for the duration of your trip is not included within the price of the cruise. Port/airport parking can’t currently be booked with us online but please contact us after you have made the booking if you would like to add this to your package. An approximate cost for parking is between £12 - £20 per car per day. Alternatively we can arrange transfers from your home to the departure airport/port.

Insurance

Insurance is not included in your package. We've partnered with Holiday Extras. They have 40 years of experience and offer excellent insurance cover for your holiday. Their flexible policies offer cruise-specific cover, so you can rest assured that you are completely covered when you go away.
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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.

Visa

Visas are not provided by us or the cruise operator. Visas and other travel documents have to be obtained by the individual passengers prior to sailing.
We've partnered with The Travel Visa Company for all your visa needs. They will be able to provide tailored advice and for a fee, assist with arranging your documents.

Ship Facilities

Borealis - By Fred. Olsen

Good for couples Over 50s Informal

Year: 1997 · Refurbished: 2020 · 10 Decks · Max capacity: 1,404 people

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Cruises on Borealis

Cabins on Borealis

Outside from £776
Ocean View Cabin £776 pp
Superior Ocean View Cabin £902 pp
Terrace Cabin £1,067 pp
Suite from £1,231
Balcony Junior Suite £1,231 pp
Balcony Suite £1,251 pp
Single Balcony Suite £1,484 pp
Premier Suite £1,600 pp
Owner's Suite £2,279 pp

Outside from £776
Ocean View Cabin £776 pp
Superior Ocean View Cabin £902 pp
Terrace Cabin £1,067 pp
Suite from £1,231
Balcony Junior Suite £1,231 pp
Balcony Suite £1,251 pp
Single Balcony Suite £1,484 pp
Premier Suite £1,600 pp
Owner's Suite £2,279 pp

Outside from £776
Ocean View Cabin £776 pp
Superior Ocean View Cabin £902 pp
Terrace Cabin £1,067 pp
Suite from £1,231
Balcony Junior Suite £1,231 pp
Balcony Suite £1,251 pp
Single Balcony Suite £1,484 pp
Premier Suite £1,600 pp
Owner's Suite £2,279 pp

To book an accessible cabin, please give us a call 020 3991 1166

Iglu Cruise customer reviews for Borealis

4.5

Based on 138 reviews

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Service

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Value for money

Entertainment

Excellent evening live music in bar areas. Disappointing movie showings. Swimming pool and hot tubs very relaxing. TV picture quality very poor in bar lounge.

user

2-5 cruises

31 Jan 2026

We were happy with the facilities of the Borealis and as it was only about two thirds full there was always plenty of space. It might feel rather crowded if full.

couple

10+ cruises

29 Jan 2026

Amazing ship! Relaxing environment. Ample choice of food, cater for all dietary requirements. Value for money excursion

couple

6-10 cruises

23 Jan 2026

This was our first cruise with Fred Olsen having cruised many times on larger ships. Overall it was great and really enjoyable. The check in process was efficient and we were on board in time for lunch. The food was really good throughout the cruise both in the main restaurant or self service. The staff were fantastic and e were impressed with the quality of the ship overall. The itinerary was good although the stop in Stavanger was cancelled due to the weather resulting in an extra day at sea. Fast refund of excursions though. We have already booked the Christmas Market cruise in December as we were very happy with Fred.

couple

6-10 cruises

23 Jan 2026

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Terms and Conditions

All offers and prices are subject to change and availability at time of enquiry. Prices are based on two passengers sharing unless otherwise stated and are subject to the Tour Operator's terms and conditions. Cabin and Flight supplements may apply. Other supplements may apply in addition to the price shown above. Flight details, timings and routing may be subject to alteration. Other tour operator charges may also apply. Any Onboard Spending money or drinks package value shown will be per cabin, again based on two sharing.