French Rivers & Channel Harbours from Southampton, 3 August 2026 (7 nights)

139 Reviews

Borealis - Fred. Olsen

Honfleur

Église Sainte Catherine

Itinerary Map

Le Jardin des Personnalités

St. Peter Port, Guernsey

Castle Cornet

Guernsey Tapestry Gallery

Pauillac - Overnight onboard

Honfleur Port

Victor Hugo House

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3 August 2026 (7 nights)
2 Adults Change
- 2 Adults
- 1 Adult

Interior Cabin from ~~Was £1,049 pp~~ £971 pp You save £78 pp 1 I
Ocean View Cabin from ~~Was £1,309 pp~~ £1,232 pp You save £77 pp 2 E
Terrace Cabin from ~~Was £1,729 pp~~ £1,650 pp You save £79 pp 3 TC
Superior Ocean Fully Obstructed View from ~~Was £1,724 pp~~ £1,673 pp You save £51 pp 2 CO
Interior Cabin from ~~Was £1,748 pp~~ £1,697 pp You save £51 pp 1 I
Balcony Junior Suite from ~~Was £1,909 pp~~ £1,853 pp You save £56 pp 4 BJ
Balcony Junior Suite from ~~Was £2,424 pp~~ £2,316 pp You save £108 pp 4 BJ
Terrace Cabin from ~~Was £2,973 pp~~ £2,885 pp You save £88 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 £50 per cabin Onboard Spend on selected sailings in 2026 & 2027! BOOK NOW & set sail on your next adventure with Fred.Olsen!

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Your itinerary

DAY 1

Cruise departs from Southampton

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DAY 2

Honfleur

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DAY 3

St. Peter Port, Guernsey

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DAY 4

At Sea

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DAY 5-6

Pauillac - Overnight onboard

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DAY 7

At Sea

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DAY 8

Southampton

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French Rivers & Channel Harbours 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

Have the peace of mind that you're covered. Contact us after you have made the booking if you would like us to add this to your package.

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.

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 £1,232
Ocean View Cabin £1,232 pp
Superior Ocean View Cabin £1,397 pp
Terrace Cabin £1,650 pp
Suite from £1,853
Balcony Junior Suite £1,853 pp
Balcony Suite £1,941 pp
Premier Suite £2,329 pp
Inside from £971
Interior Cabin £971 pp

Outside from £1,232
Ocean View Cabin £1,232 pp
Superior Ocean View Cabin £1,397 pp
Terrace Cabin £1,650 pp
Suite from £1,853
Balcony Junior Suite £1,853 pp
Balcony Suite £1,941 pp
Premier Suite £2,329 pp
Inside from £971
Interior Cabin £971 pp

Outside from £1,232
Ocean View Cabin £1,232 pp
Superior Ocean View Cabin £1,397 pp
Terrace Cabin £1,650 pp
Suite from £1,853
Balcony Junior Suite £1,853 pp
Balcony Suite £1,941 pp
Premier Suite £2,329 pp
Inside from £971
Interior Cabin £971 pp

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

Iglu Cruise customer reviews for Borealis

4.5

Based on 139 reviews

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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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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.