Scottish Isles Bank Holiday Break from Liverpool, 28 August 2027 (5 nights)

144 Reviews

"Phenomenal Entertainment"

Borealis - Fred. Olsen

Kirkwall, Orkney Islands

The Orkney Museum

Itinerary Map

Highland Park Whisky Distillery

Lerwick, Shetland Islands

Shetland Museum & Archives

Broch of Clickimin

St. Magnus Cathedral

Fort Charlotte

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No Fly Cruise

28 August 2027 · 5 nights
2 Adults

Interior Cabin from ~~Was £949 pp~~ £852 pp You save £97 pp 1 H
Ocean View Cabin from ~~Was £1,149 pp~~ £1,114 pp You save £35 pp 2 E
Terrace Cabin from ~~Was £1,349 pp~~ £1,308 pp You save £41 pp 3 TC
Superior Interior Cabin from ~~Was £1,416 pp~~ £1,375 pp You save £41 pp 1 G
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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!

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Your itinerary

Day 1-6 Cruise from Liverpool and back
- Day 1
  - Cruise departs from Liverpool
    
    28 Aug 2027
    
    Royal Albert Dock
    
    Sefton Park
    
    Tate Liverpool
    
    Nestled in the north of England, Liverpool is home to an extensive maritime history, having been one of the country's most vital maritime centres since the 18th century. As well as the museums and docks, music enthusiasts will love the Beatles Story Museum and the world-famous Cavern Club. A walking tour of this vibrant city will allow you to truly soak up its cultural highlights, as well as Hope Street, a must-visit for delectable cuisine and classic pubs.
- Day 2
  - Fingal's Cave - Scenic Cruising
    
    29 Aug 2027
  - Dutchman's Cap (Bac Mòr) - Scenic Cruising
    
    29 Aug 2027
  - Small Isles - Scenic Cruising
    
    29 Aug 2027
- Day 3
  - Kirkwall, Orkney Islands
    
    30 Aug 2027
    
    The Orkney Museum
    
    Highland Park Whisky Distillery
    
    St. Magnus Cathedral
    
    The biggest town in Orkney, Kirkwall is a quaint yet bustling Scottish town that can easily be enjoyed by foot. From the St. Magnus Cathedral to the Bishop's and Earl's Palaces and the Orkney Museum, history lovers can learn more about this charming town. Head to the colourful harbour to admire the sea views, or explore the two beaches to truly admire Scotland's beautiful coastline.
- Day 4
  - Lerwick, Shetland Islands
    
    31 Aug 2027
    
    Shetland Museum & Archives
    
    Broch of Clickimin
    
    Fort Charlotte
    
    The Shetland Islands' only town, Lerwick is home to half of the island's population, and while it may be small, there's plenty to do during your time here. Perfect for those who love spending time outdoors, explore this remote part of Scotland by foot as you soak up the local wildlife, from ponies to rare birds. Before you leave, be sure to visit the Shetland Museum and Archive and the Mareel, where you'll learn more about life in Lerwick.
- Day 5
  - At Sea
    
    1 Sep 2027
- Day 6
  - Liverpool
    
    2 Sep 2027
    
    Royal Albert Dock
    
    Sefton Park
    
    Tate Liverpool
    
    Nestled in the north of England, Liverpool is home to an extensive maritime history, having been one of the country's most vital maritime centres since the 18th century. As well as the museums and docks, music enthusiasts will love the Beatles Story Museum and the world-famous Cavern Club. A walking tour of this vibrant city will allow you to truly soak up its cultural highlights, as well as Hope Street, a must-visit for delectable cuisine and classic pubs.

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What's included

Included

Drinks

With this cruise fare, select house beer (by the glass), select red, white and rosé wine (by the glass), and draught soft drinks, are included with lunch and dinner. Available with waiter service only in selected venues, including the main, buffet and speciality restaurants, this is a great addition to your adventure with Fred.Olsen. Non-alcoholic options are also available.

Drinks with meals

Tips

Tips are included in the Freedom Fare.

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

Flights

Flights aren't included within the price of this cruise. You will have to organise the flights yourself.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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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Cruises on Borealis

Cabins on Borealis

Outside from £1,114
Ocean View Cabin £1,114 pp
Superior Ocean View Cabin £1,198 pp
Suite from £1,453
Balcony Junior Suite £1,453 pp
Balcony Suite £1,510 pp
Premier Suite £1,656 pp
Single Balcony Suite £1,824 pp
Owner's Suite £2,192 pp
Balcony from £1,308
Terrace Cabin £1,308 pp
Inside from £852
Interior Cabin £852 pp
Superior Interior Cabin £1,022 pp

Outside from £1,114
Ocean View Cabin £1,114 pp
Superior Ocean View Cabin £1,198 pp
Suite from £1,453
Balcony Junior Suite £1,453 pp
Balcony Suite £1,510 pp
Premier Suite £1,656 pp
Single Balcony Suite £1,824 pp
Owner's Suite £2,192 pp
Balcony from £1,308
Terrace Cabin £1,308 pp
Inside from £852
Interior Cabin £852 pp
Superior Interior Cabin £1,022 pp

Outside from £1,114
Ocean View Cabin £1,114 pp
Superior Ocean View Cabin £1,198 pp
Suite from £1,453
Balcony Junior Suite £1,453 pp
Balcony Suite £1,510 pp
Premier Suite £1,656 pp
Single Balcony Suite £1,824 pp
Owner's Suite £2,192 pp
Balcony from £1,308
Terrace Cabin £1,308 pp
Inside from £852
Interior Cabin £852 pp
Superior Interior Cabin £1,022 pp

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

Iglu Cruise customer reviews for Borealis

4.5

Based on 144 reviews

Cabin

Service

Excursions

Dining

Activities

Value for money

Entertainment

Fed's standards never fail to impress. Their immaculate, friendly crew are the best on the seas. Nothing is too much trouble or beyond their capabilities. Service with ten smiles. Superb meals with so much choice.

user

10+ cruises

27 Jun 2026

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

10+ cruises

7 May 2026

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

couple

10+ cruises

6 May 2026

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.

group

2-5 cruises

2 May 2026

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