Your cruise at a glance
Hand-crafted highlights
Visiting mainland Portugal and its remote Atlantic islands of Madeira and the Azores, this cruise will present you with fascinating wildlife, nature and dramatic scenery in equal measure. The Azores boasts diverse landscapes, from the Sete Cidades crater lakes to scenes of blue hydrangeas – we've even timed your visit for when the national flower is in bloom. In addition, the archipelago's waters are home to marine life such as sperm whales, which you can spot from Borealis assisted by conservationists from wildlife charity, ORCA. While in Madeira you can explore the botanical gardens with a local orchid expert, or visit the 580-metre high skywalk at Cabo Girao for a unique perspective over the cities of Câmara de Lobos and Funchal. For a taste of local life, be sure to sample Madeiran wine in Funchal and a Pastéis de Nata in Lisbon.
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Life On Board
Introducing Borealis
Sister ship to Bolette, Borealis is perfectly suited for enjoying scenic cruising of the world's lesser-known waterways. From cruising past remarkable landscapes and historical sites to capturing the beauty of the natural world.
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Borealis
Sister-ship to Bolette, Borealis is perfectly suited for taking guests on a journey around the globe, enabling more exploration in more exciting ports. Her smaller size, spacious public areas, open deck spaces and impressive array of restaurants make her perfect for longer voyages, and shorter journeys alike.
Sample Shore Tours
At each port of call on your cruise, we carefully research and hand pick Shore Tour options for you, designed for you see as many of the world's best destinations as possible.
Below, you will find some sample Shore Tours which will give you an example of what to expect on your cruise. Your Shore Tours will be available to book approximately 8-13 weeks prior to departure via your My Cruises account.
Your Guest Speakers
We’ve arranged for some wonderful guest speakers to join us for this cruise. They will be delivering a programme of insightful talks and activities to deepen your cultural, artistic and historical understanding of the destinations we will be exploring, well as helping you to enjoy the natural beauty of the places we visit.
Treats & Pastimes
In addition to our Signature Experiences, we have a selection of lovely Treats & Pastimes for you to enjoy when on board. Just check your Daily Times each day for full details.
Cabins, Prices & Offers
Cabin Options On Your Cruise
* Prices correct as of 04:00 27/07/2024, based on the lowest available Cruise Only fare, and on two people sharing a twin cabin. Please call +441473746175 for live availability & prices.
* Prices correct as of 04:00 27/07/2024, based on the lowest available Cruise Only fare, and on sole occupancy. Please call +441473746175 for live availability & prices.
Cabin Grades
Saver Balcony Junior Suite (LBJ)
This suite has a bedroom with a sitting area and a balcony.
Solo traveller offer available
Saver Fare | From £3,499 pp |
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Saver Terrace Cabin (LTC)
Borealis' Terrace Cabins have sliding glass doors onto the Lower Promenade Deck.
Solo traveller offer available
Saver Fare | From £2,699 pp |
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Saver Ocean View Cabin (OS)
This cabin type could be a D, E or F grade, based on Saver Fare price.
Solo traveller offer available
Saver Fare | From £1,499 pp |
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Saver Interior Cabin (IS)
IS Grade Interior cabins on Borealis are located on decks 1, 2 & 3.
Solo traveller offer available
Saver Fare | From £1,199 pp |
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Single Interior Cabin (SI)
This cabin type could be one of the following grades: M or N.
Saver Fare | From £2,199 pp |
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Saver Balcony Junior Suite (LBJ)
This suite has a bedroom with a sitting area and a balcony.
Solo traveller offer available
Saver Fare | from £4,374 |
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Saver Terrace Cabin (LTC)
Borealis' Terrace Cabins have sliding glass doors onto the Lower Promenade Deck.
Solo traveller offer available
Saver Fare | from £3,374 |
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Saver Superior Ocean View Cabin (SOS)
This cabin type could be one of the following grades: B or C, based on Saver Fare.
Solo traveller offer available
Saver Fare | from £2,699 |
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Saver Interior Cabin (IS)
IS Grade Interior cabins on Borealis are located on decks 1, 2 & 3.
Solo traveller offer available
Saver Fare | from £2,278 |
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Single Interior Cabin (SI)
This cabin type could be one of the following grades: M or N.
Saver Fare | from £2,199 |
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Cruise Offers
What's Included
SO MUCH ALREADY INCLUDED
As well as our Signature Experiences, there are a host of other treats to enjoy on board our ships.
Dining & Lounges
- À la carte breakfast, lunch & dinner
- Daily buffet dining options
- Late night Supper Club
- Afternoon tea
- Self-service tea & coffee
- In-cabin dining & snacks
Treats & Pastimes
- Evening shows
- Live music & dancing
- Dance classes
- Lectures & talks
- Cookery demonstrations
- Traditional deck games
- Daily games & quizzes
Relaxation & Fitness
- Swimming Pools
- Jacuzzis
- Fitness Centre
- Fitness Classes
Enhance your cruise
Each of our cruises has been carefully designed for you to get the very best out of your time on board; and now you can enhance your cruise to make it even more special.
Need Some Help?
Take a look at our FAQs
The handy checklist below has been created to assist in making sure you remember all the important things to pack for your cruise.
Visa and health requirements can change at any time. It is your own responsibility to ensure that you check with a professionally qualified source and comply with such requirements. UK passport holders will need visas for certain Fred. Olsen cruise holidays and will advised at the time of booking. Your cruise booking information will also detail any requirements applicable to your holiday.
On certain sailings we offer two types of cruise fares; Freedom and Saver Fares.
Our single guests feel right at home on board our ships; Fred. Olsen have the reputation of sailing the friendliest fleet afloat.
Disembarking when your ship's at anchor is a very different experience to when it's docked portside. Getting ashore in this instance often involves the use of the ship's tender, which is accessed via the steps of a secure gangway.