Exploring the Scenic British Isles from Southampton, 2 September 2026 (11 nights)

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Ship Borealis  -  Fred. Olsen
Interior Cabin from £1,942 per person
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  • date 2 September 2026 · 11 nights
  • occupancy 2 Adults
  • Overview of a Interior Cabin Interior Cabin from Was £1,999 pp £1,942 pp You save £57 pp
  • Overview of a Ocean View Cabin Ocean View Cabin from Was £2,619 pp £2,543 pp You save £76 pp
  • Overview of a Interior Cabin Interior Cabin from Was £3,798 pp £3,687 pp You save £111 pp
  • Overview of a Superior Ocean Fully Obstructed View Superior Ocean Fully Obstructed View from Was £4,776 pp £4,635 pp You save £141 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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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
    Cruise departs from Southampton
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  • DAY 2
    at sea
    At Sea
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  • DAY 3
    Belfast
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  • DAY 4
    Tobermory, Isle of Mull
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  • DAY 5
    at sea
    Loch Broom - Scenic Cruising
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  • DAY 6
    Kirkwall, Orkney Islands
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  • DAY 7
    Stornoway, Isle of Lewis
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  • DAY 8
    at sea
    Fingal's Cave - Scenic Cruising
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  • DAY 8
    at sea
    Dutchman's Cap (Bac Mòr) - Scenic Cruising
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  • DAY 9
    Galway City
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  • DAY 9
    at sea
    Cliffs of Moher - Cruising
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  • DAY 10
    Cobh (tours to Cork)
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  • DAY 11
    at sea
    At Sea
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  • DAY 12
    Southampton
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Exploring the Scenic British Isles from Southampton
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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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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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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.

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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.

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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

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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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Cabins on Borealis

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  • Outside from £2,543
  • Ocean View Cabin £2,543 pp
  • Superior Ocean View Cabin £3,154 pp
  • Inside from £1,942
  • Interior Cabin £1,942 pp
  • Superior Interior Cabin £2,330 pp
Select cabin
  • Outside from £2,543
  • Ocean View Cabin £2,543 pp
  • Superior Ocean View Cabin £3,154 pp
  • Inside from £1,942
  • Interior Cabin £1,942 pp
  • Superior Interior Cabin £2,330 pp
Select cabin
  • Outside from £2,543
  • Ocean View Cabin £2,543 pp
  • Superior Ocean View Cabin £3,154 pp
  • Inside from £1,942
  • Interior Cabin £1,942 pp
  • Superior Interior Cabin £2,330 pp
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Interior Cabin

from £1,942 per person

A great affordable option, you’ll have ample space to relax and find yourself close to all the action in these cabins.

Cabin Size 182 square feet

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Superior Interior Cabin

from £2,330 per person

If you plan to spend most of your time out and about, these spacious inside cabins keep you close to all the action onboard.

Cabin Size 182 square feet

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Ocean View Cabin

from £2,543 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 £3,154 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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To book an accessible cabin, please give us a call 020 3991 1166

Iglu Cruise customer reviews for Borealis

4.5
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Based on 138 reviews
Cabin
5
Service
5
Excursions
4
Dining
5
Activities
4
Value for money
4
Entertainment
4
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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
user
2-5 cruises
31 Jan 2026
star star star star no star

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
couple
10+ cruises
29 Jan 2026
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Amazing ship! Relaxing environment. Ample choice of food, cater for all dietary requirements. Value for money excursion

couple
couple
6-10 cruises
23 Jan 2026
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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
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.

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