Around the World, Southampton to Liverpool
Join Borealis and experience the unrivalled thrill of an around the world voyage, taking in iconic landmarks and a mix of modern marvels and remarkable ancient sites; awe-inspiring cultures and authentic experiences; man-made wonders and breathtaking examples of Mother Nature at work, all on one unforgettable circumnavigation of the globe.[ReadMoreMob]
After starting your voyage in style with a journey across the Atlantic, captivating calls in the Americas await. Visit beautiful Bermuda and the Bahamas; spend two days on Florida’s coast, where sun-kissed beaches and the Kennedy Space Station are among many attractions; delve into the ancient history of Cartagena, Colombia, and venture into Costa Rican nature reserves and rainforest from Puerto Limón and Golfito. That’s all before sailing to the ‘Land Down Under’ via inspirational Pacific islands. Revel in local cultures and blissful relaxation among the paradise beaches and landscapes of Hawaii and the South Pacific Islands of Raiatea, Bora Bora and Tahiti. Experience both sides of New Zealand, feeling the energy of bustling Auckland and absorbing the tranquillity of picturesque Picton and breathtaking waterways; an discover an abundance of iconic sights in Australia, from the famous landmarks of Sydney to the natural wonders of the outback and the Great Barrier Reef on tour from Cairns. [ReadMoreDesk]
An exciting exploration of Asia showcases the captivating contrasts of this incredible part of the world. An overnight stay in Singapore, a striking modern metropolis of soaring skyscrapers, bright lights, busy commercial districts and striking temples, is sandwiched between stops at gorgeous island; rarely-visited Alotau in Papua New Guinea, Bali, glorious Phuket and even Komodo Island are yours to explore. The contrasts continue with time at three vibrant Indian cities; from Kochi, you can take an overland tour to the Taj Mahal; in Goa, explore the historic centres of Old Goa and the Latin Quarter; while an overnight stop in Mumbai affords an opportunity to immerse yourself in the city’s renowned hustle, bustle and spirituality. Meanwhile you’ll also capture the magnificent of Dubai and Abu Dhabi; have a chance to see the mighty mosques and palaces of Muscat; tour to the ancient ‘lost’ city of Petra from Aqaba, Jordan; and navigate Egypt’s impressive Suez Canal before Borealis takes you through the Mediterranean. visit the historic Israeli city of Haifa; enjoy a day in Cyprus; experience a scenic sailing into the spectacular Grand Harbour of Valletta, where many medieval marvels await you ashore; and delight in the Andalusian charms of Cádiz, all before finally returning home with memories that’ll last a lifetime.
Itinerary

Cruise durations and departure dates are based on cruise only. Fly-cruise durations and dates may change depending on flight timings, which will be confirmed closer to departure.
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King’s Wharf is one of two ports in Bermuda, a British Overseas Territory in the North Atlantic.[ReadMoreMob] Situated on Ireland Island in the country’s West End, King’s Wharf is also known as the Royal Naval Dockyard. This historic area has plenty to offer, yet is only a 20-minut...
Read moreThe beauty of Nassau, other than its incredible sandy beaches, is that the city has something to suit all tastes.[ReadMoreMob] It’s white sands stretch over five miles and are accompanied by some incredible historic architecture, such as Fort Fincastle. With their soft sand and warm, pure wat...
Read morePort Canaveral is one of the biggest ports in the world, serving cruise, naval and cargo vessels from around the globe. Located on America’s ‘Space Coast’ in Cape Canaveral, the port is close to vast national parks, miles of untouched beaches and two world famous space rocket launc...
Read moreWith its subtropical climate and beaches ready-made for hours of relaxation and sun worshipping; quaint, yet vibrant boulevards and districts; and close proximity to The Everglades, Fort Lauderdale provides a taste of Florida at its quintessential best. Upon arrival at the port, you’ll find t...
Read moreAn enthralling and staggeringly beautiful city, Cartagena is one of Colombia's true gems bursting with Spanish heritage. Dominated by the Castillo de San Felipe de Barajas, the captivating city of Cartagena is also home to the wonderful Santo Domingo Plaza, Palacio de la Inquisicion and its 16th cen...
Read moreThe Panama Canal is one of the world’s greatest feats of engineering, stretching 48 miles across the continental divide, from Panama City on the Pacific side to Colón on the Atlantic side. The canal transit takes approximately 8 hours which will give you time to relax on deck and witne...
Read moreCosta Rica’s southernmost port town, Golfito is a living exhibition of the country’s exceptional natural beauty, diversity and traditional culture. Developed in the 1930’s as a base for the banana trade, which fizzled out here in the 80s, the town sits on the sheltered shores of th...
Read moreThe Pacific port and tiny town of Puerto Caldera is well-situated for many of Costa Rica's top attractions and most popular cities, including San Jose, Jaco and Puntarenas. This tropical city is located off of the Gulf of Nicoya and its unspoilt, natural beauty is a true spectacle.The vast rainfores...
Read moreAlong with Puerto Vallarta and Mazatlan, Manzanillo is one of the three most popular resorts on the Mexican Riviera, and for good reason too. Where land meets the azure waters of the Pacific Ocean, beautiful golden sand beaches await those who visit simply to make the most of the region’s glor...
Read morePart of Mexico’s Revillagigedo archipelago, San Benedicto and Sorocco Island are two imposing volcanic lands of ash smothered valleys, dramatic peaks and craggy cliff faces, providing incredible views to take in from the comfort of your smaller-sized ship.[ReadMoreMob] But while the lava-form...
Read moreFor those whose thoughts of Hawaii invoke dreams of paradise beaches and laidback life, Honolulu – with it’s skyscrapers, office blocks and commercial districts – may come as a bit of a surprise. The state’s cosmopolitan capital, Honolulu is at the very heart of Hawaii’...
Read moreQuintessentially Hawaiian, gorgeous Lahaina blends a mix of history, beauty and modern-day delights, creating a wonderfully charming, and rewarding, destination for any visitor to breathtaking Maui Island. Situated on Maui’s picturesque west coast, the town was once Hawaii’s capital and...
Read moreSituated on the island’s northeastern shore, Hilo is the gateway to some of the most spectacular, dramatic and untouched scenery found anywhere on Hawaii. Visiting this vibrant town puts you within easy reach of the volcanic wonders of the Kohala Coast, blessed with an array of astonishing nat...
Read moreRaiatea, which translates to ‘faraway heaven’, certainly lives up to its name. The island boasts breathtaking scenes of lush jungle interiors, volcanic peaks – including 3337ft-high Mount Tafatua and Mount Olympus, where rare and scared Tiare Apetati flowers grow – and extens...
Read morePapeete, on Tahiti, is the capital of French Polynesia, a group of islands in the South Pacific. Its very name conjures up images of Gauguin paintings, palm trees, golden beaches and blue seas, and this near-perfect Polynesian island does not disappoint. The bustling city of Papeete is home to the...
Read moreThe small South Pacific island of Bora Bora to the northwest of Tahiti in French Polynesia, is a special kind of paradise. This popular resort destination is surrounded by sand-fringed motu (islets) and a warm lagoon protected by a coral reef. With incredible sandy beaches that stretch on forever, g...
Read moreThe International Date Line runs from the North Pole to the South Pole and distinguishes the change of one calendar day to the next, passing through the middle of the Pacific Ocean, roughly following the 180° line of longitude, and is exactly halfway round the planet from Greenwich, London. So,...
Read moreFounded in 1840 by British settlers on a Maori site, Auckland is a cosmopolitan city with a large Polynesian population. Situated within two large harbours, the City of Sails is a major city on New Zealand’s North Island. [ReadMoreMob] The iconic Sky Tower underlines the city’s pr...
Read moreSituated at the heart of New Zealand’s Marlborough region, Picton is an ideal gateway between the north and south islands.[ReadMoreMob] But this charming little coastal township is much more than a stop-off point for tourists and travellers, it’s a destination worth visiting, exploring a...
Read moreLocated deep within New Zealand’s Fiordland National Park, Dusky Sound was discovered by Captain Cook in 1773 and is one of the country’s longest, most picturesque and – with no direct road access – one of the most remote fjords.[ReadMoreMob] Surrounded by huge mountains, tal...
Read moreDespite its name, Doubtful Sound isn’t actually a sound at all.[ReadMoreMob] It’s actually a very large, very beautiful fjord, one that offers incredible mountain scenery, glass-like crystal clear waters and several stunning waterfalls to gaze in awe at. The most impressive of all the s...
Read moreThis really is more than just a port of call, as the wonderful scenery has earned this region of New Zealand a reputation as a significant sightseeing destination for anyone travelling to this part of the world.[ReadMoreMob] James Hingston described it perfectly in 1883 - "For thousands of feet upwa...
Read moreWed 23 Feb
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Sydney, Australia
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Sydney, Australia is one of the world's most exciting, must-see modern cities. Home to the famous Harbour Bridge and Opera House – two of the most iconic cityscapes on Earth – the capital of New South Wales has a visual wow factor that most other cities can only dream of. Defined by the...
Read moreFri 25 Feb
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Sydney, Australia
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Sydney, Australia is one of the world's most exciting, must-see modern cities. Home to the famous Harbour Bridge and Opera House – two of the most iconic cityscapes on Earth – the capital of New South Wales has a visual wow factor that most other cities can only dream of. Defined by the...
Read moreSat 26 Feb
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Newcastle, Australia
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Newcastle might not be as familiar as Sydney or Melbourne, but Australia’s second oldest city still has much to offer: interesting historical and architectural sites, artistic and cultural gems, plus beautiful beaches bathed in New South Wales’ glorious sun-soaked climate.Discovered by Lieutenant Jo...
Read moreTue 01 Mar
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Cairns, Australia
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Cairns is the gateway to Queensland’s tropical north, and renowned for its sultry climate and laid back ambience. The city used to be popular with visitors who came in search of gold, but now they visit to discover something even more precious: the Great Barrier Reef. The unmiss...
Read moreThu 03 Mar
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Alotau, Papua New Guinea
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Spread out across the hillsides and beautiful northern shores of Papua New Guinea’s picturesque Milne Bay, Alotau assumes a rarely visited, undiscovered feel. Visitors to Alotau can connect with nature amongst the town’s scenic surroundings and fauna-rich waters; unwind at the untrodden...
Read moreThe Indonesian island of Komodo, is a combination of rusty-red volcanic hills, savannah and forests, and is the rugged habitat of the 3m-long Komodo dragon monitor lizard. Komodo National Park covers this entire region and is home to more than 4,000 dragons.[ReadMoreMob] The surrounding seas have e...
Read morePart bustling shipping port, part gateway to paradise, Celukan Bawang blends the sights and highlights of ancient and modern Bali together to create an all-encompassing glimpse at life on this spectacular Indonesian island. At the port, you’ll notice how centuries-old trading traditions &ndas...
Read moreLocated at the tip of the Malay Peninsula, this dynamic city-state is the perfect cocktail of culture, cruising, arts and architecture. This global financial centre with a tropical climate and multicultural population is passionately working towards its dream of a ‘City in a Garden’. Ge...
Read moreLocated at the tip of the Malay Peninsula, this dynamic city-state is the perfect cocktail of culture, cruising, arts and architecture. This global financial centre with a tropical climate and multicultural population is passionately working towards its dream of a ‘City in a Garden’. Ge...
Read moreThe rain-forested, mountainous island of Phuket in the Andaman Sea, has some of Thailand’s most spectacular beaches situated along the clear blue waters of its western shore. This idyllic high-end island resort contrasts nicely with the culturally-rich capital, Phuket Town, which offers busy m...
Read moreSat 19 Mar
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Kochi, India
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Known as the Queen of the Arabian Sea, serene Kochi on India’s south-western coast has been drawing traders, explorers and travellers to its shores for over 600 years. Formerly the port of Cochin, Kochi grew to prominence as an outlet for the spice trade in the 14th century, and is most famou...
Read moreMon 21 Mar
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Mormugão, Goa, India
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Mormugão is the main port of the tiny State of Goa, renowned for superb beaches and a colonial history that combines the best of Indian and Portuguese culture. Known as the ‘Pearl of the Orient’, Goa showcases a mix of scenic beauty and architectural delights, from golden beaches...
Read moreTue 22 Mar
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Mumbai, India
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Once a cluster of seven islands covered with coconut palms, Mumbai, formerly Bombay, is a sprawling, vibrant city on India’s west coast. It is a busy, densely-populated city, home to India’s most prolific film industry, Bollywood, and the largest tropical forest in an urban zone. Mumbai...
Read moreFri 25 Mar
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Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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To the south of the Arabian Peninsula, Dubai uniquely blends traditional Arabia with the lure of an ultramodern city. The emirate is a relatively new tourist destination that has gained popularity through its luxury shopping and stunning architecture. It is a world of sharp contrasts: from the...
Read moreSat 26 Mar
Late Night
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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To the south of the Arabian Peninsula, Dubai uniquely blends traditional Arabia with the lure of an ultramodern city. The emirate is a relatively new tourist destination that has gained popularity through its luxury shopping and stunning architecture. It is a world of sharp contrasts: from the...
Read moreSun 27 Mar
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Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
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The capital of the United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi, has a stunning mix of modern skyscrapers, traditional souks and long white sandy beaches. Located off the mainland on an island in the Persian (Arabian) Gulf, Abu Dhabi was an ancient trading port – a settlement dating back to the Bron...
Read moreThe only one of the seven United Arab Emirates on the Gulf of Oman, Fujairah is mountainous, unlike the desert Emirates on the Persian Gulf, and rife with colourful markets and wonderful buildings.[ReadMoreMob] Fujairah boasts a much slower and relaxed pace compared to its UAE counterparts, you will...
Read moreTue 29 Mar
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Muscat, Oman
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Muscat, Oman’s port capital, offers plenty of history, an air of tradition, and a distinctly exotic location, all crammed between the mountains, the sea – laden with fauna-rich lagoons – and the desert. With history dating back to ancient times, Muscat mixes modern architectu...
Read moreMon 04 Apr
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Aqaba, Jordan
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Inhabited since 4000BC, Aqaba is the Jordanian port city on the Red Sea's Gulf of Aqaba, and gateway to the world-famous stone-city of Petra. The Lost City of Petra is the impressive archaeological site carved from the sandstone hills more than 2,000 years ago, and is one of the Seven Wonders of the...
Read moreThe Canal crosses the Isthmus of Suez dividing the Mediterranean from the Red Sea, and is one of the world’s most impressive man made waterways, 101 miles in length. Opened in 1869 it remains one of the world’s busiest shipping lanes.
Read moreThe Canal crosses the Isthmus of Suez dividing the Mediterranean from the Red Sea, and is one of the world’s most impressive man made waterways, 101 miles in length. Opened in 1869 it remains one of the world’s busiest shipping lanes.
Read moreThe city of Haifa is said to be one of the prettiest in Israel, and is surrounded by nature sites, churches and mosques, mountains and sea.The Bahai Gardens here are not to be missed when on your cruise holiday. The site is where members of the Bahai faith have established their shrine – this...
Read moreA holiday resort with an excellent family reputation, Limassol has some great beaches and lots of tavernas, cafés and restaurants. But there’s plenty else to see and do here. Limassol Castle was built in 1228 by Frederick II of Germany, but largely rebuilt by the Ottoman rulers during t...
Read moreRhodes, the largest of the Greek Dodecanese islands, is awash with fine beaches, wooded valleys, crystal-clear waters, ancient ruins and remnants of an occupation by the Knights of St. John during the Crusades. The Old Town of Rhodes is a maze of cobbled streets that echo back to the days of the By...
Read moreMalta’s 16th century walled capital of Valletta, with its Grand Harbour, is a treasure-chest bristling with Baroque architecture. This most scenic of ancient ports echoes the epic, heroic history of the tiny island it nestles on. Centuries of invasion and siege have brought the influence of Ro...
Read moreCadiz, one of Europe's most ancient cities, hugs Andalusia’s sunlit Atlantic coast and is characterised by palm trees, lookout towers and weathered old buildings. Now into its fourth millennium, Cádiz's fascinating Old Town district features huge stone walls from the 1500s and is h...
Read moreLiverpool is one of Britain's most iconic and interesting cities, and famously home to the Cavern Club and The Beatles.Liverpool - a former European Capital of Culture - is globally-renowned for its music, arts, culture and diverse architecture, and attracts visitors from around the globe. A bu...
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What's Included?
Cruise descriptions include optional, chargeable experiences that may be enjoyed independently and/or with optional Fred. Olsen Shore Tours. *Premium Traditional Afternoon Tea not included.
Upgrade to All Inclusive Drinks Package is available as a chargeable optional extra and can be added to your booking up to six days prior to your cruise departing.
About Your Ship
Borealis, like her sister ship Bolette, has capacity for less than 1,400 guests but is larger in overall size than the other vessels in the Fred. Olsen fleet. This means when you come on board for a memorable cruise holiday, to relax and enjoy a premium level of comfort – as well as our renowned personal service – in the elegant public areas, lounges, bars and dining venues, you have even more space in which to do so.
With its warm, welcoming atmosphere and timeless style, and classic open deck spaces providing a place to fully immerse yourself in the magic of ocean cruising, Borealis is very much in keeping with what our guests have come to expect from a Fred. Olsen ship.
The Fred. Olsen Difference
Our size advantage means we can take you to places that some of the larger cruise vessels simply can’t. We dock close to the heart of some of the world’s most beautiful cities and can take you on scenic cruising adventures showcasing inspirational landscapes. Our itineraries are expertly crafted to make the most of this advantage.
Aboard our smaller, friendlier ships you'll find there's plenty of room to stretch out by the pool, enjoy a drink and great conversation with like-minded guests, and make the most of your time away. Sailing with hundreds, not thousands, of others allows you to get ashore faster too, and make the most of each destination.
Each member of the Fred. Olsen team has been carefully selected for their warm and welcoming personalities. The quality of our people, supported by training and development, ensures they will give you a great holiday. In fact, 97% of guests rated Fred. Olsen’s friendly, attentive staff ‘Excellent’ or ‘Good’.