04 Aug 2023
Liverpool
14 nights
Borealis
The cruise at a glance
The Olsen Way Highlights
Our team has planned this cruise to explore off-the-beaten-track destinations, showcasing the wild and rugged environments of Greenland and Iceland. Narsarsuaq is your gateway to the Qooroq Ice Fjord, where you can weave among white and glassy blue icebergs on a boat tour; while in the remote town of Nanortalik, you can gain an insight into local life at the open-air museum. As Borealis sails the strait of Prins Christiansund, you will be greeted with jagged mountains and glaciers. You can encounter the geology and geothermal activity of Iceland by capturing spurting geysers and thundering waterfalls.
Explore the ItineraryHighlights
Wild and Rugged Environments
This cruise showcases the wild and rugged environments of Greenland and Iceland, with Narsarsuaq as your gateway to the Qooroq Ice Fjord, where you will have the chance to weave among white and glassy blue icebergs on a boat tour. Borealis will sail the strait of Prins Christiansund, greeting you with jagged mountains and glaciers. You can also encounter the geology and geothermal activity of Iceland by visiting spurting geysers and thundering waterfalls on some of our tours.
Local Life
While in the remote town of Nanortalik, you'll have the opportunity to gain an insight into local life at the open-air museum, beautifully situated in the old colonial port area, and consisting of many buildings, an Inuit summer camp, and an Umiaq and kayak exhibition. Take the chance to discover the Inuit way of life in Greenland when visiting Qaqortoq on the Greenlandic Food and Beer Tour. During this tour, enjoy a tasting menu of local specialities, such as reindeer, musk ox, and dried fish, combined with a selection of local beers produced in the nearby microbrewery located in Narsaq.
Abundant Wildlife
Heimaey is the largest island located off the coast of Iceland and is home to an abundance of wildlife. On a boat tour, journey past the surrounding cliffs where lively bird colonies reside during the summer months, such as puffins, gannets, and guillemots; as well as many species of whales including orcas, minke whales and white-beaked dolphins. If you wish to spot puffins, we'd recommend you take part in the Puffin Paradise tour in Reykjavík, where you will head to the picturesque islands of Akurey and Lundey on an adapted boat to get as close to viewing puffins as possible. A team from Ocean Wildlife Encounters will be on board throughout your cruise to help you spot wildlife from Borealis' decks during scenic cruising.
Life On Board
Introducing Borealis
Sister-ship to Bolette, Borealis’ high speeds are perfectly suited for taking guests on a journey around the globe, enabling exploration in more ports in a shorter duration.
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.
Our Signature Experiences
To make your experience even more special, our Journey Planners have designed a unique programme of Signature Experiences which will allow you to discover real insights about the culture and nature of the places we are visiting, so you can arrive in each destination fully prepared to get the most out of your visit.
We have carefully curated a programme of events to give you a deeper understanding of each of the destinations you will be visiting
Our Scenic Discoveries are designed to allow you to enjoy seeing the world from the unique perspective of our ships
Maritime is in our DNA - our history in shipping goes back almost 200 years
There’s very little in the natural world more beautiful than a clear night sky, sunrise or sunset seen at sea
We love to bring a taste of the region's food, drink, local tastes and culinary traditions to life on board
Cabins, Prices & Offers
Cabin Options On Your Cruise
* Prices correct as of 08:20 05/06/2023, based on the lowest available Cruise Only fare, and on two people sharing a twin cabin. Please call 0800 035 5130 for live availability & prices.
* Prices correct as of 08:20 05/06/2023, based on the lowest available Cruise Only fare, and on sole occupancy. Please call 0800 035 5130 for live availability & prices.
Cabin Grades
Balcony Junior Suite (BJ)
Borealis' Balcony Junior Suites have a private balcony and sitting/bedroom area.
| Freedom Fare | From £4,199 pp |
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Terrace Cabin (TC)
Borealis' Terrace Cabins offer access to the Promenade Deck via sliding doors.
| Freedom Fare | From £3,699 pp |
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Superior Ocean View (B)
B Grade Superior Ocean View cabins on Borealis are situated on deck 3.
Solo traveller offer available
| Freedom Fare | From £2,799 pp |
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Superior Interior Cabin (G)
G Grade Superior Interior cabins on Borealis are on decks 3 & 6.
| Freedom Fare | From £1,899 pp |
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Single Balcony Suite (JB)
Borealis' Single Balcony Suites, located on deck 6, have a private balcony.
| Freedom Fare | From £5,999 pp |
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Balcony Junior Suite (BJ)
Borealis' Balcony Junior Suites have a private balcony and sitting/bedroom area.
| Freedom Fare | From £9,198 |
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Terrace Cabin (TC)
Borealis' Terrace Cabins offer access to the Promenade Deck via sliding doors.
| Freedom Fare | From £7,798 |
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Superior Ocean View (B)
B Grade Superior Ocean View cabins on Borealis are situated on deck 3.
Solo traveller offer available
| Saver Fare | from £4,399 |
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| Freedom Fare | From £5,198.25 |
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Superior Interior Cabin (G)
G Grade Superior Interior cabins on Borealis are on decks 3 & 6.
| Freedom Fare | From £4,198 |
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Single Balcony Suite (JB)
Borealis' Single Balcony Suites, located on deck 6, have a private balcony.
| Freedom Fare | From £5,999 |
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Cruise Offers
What's Included
SO MUCH ALREADY INCLUDED
As well as our Signature Experiences, there is 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
Enhance Cruise with some of our optional extras
Need Some Help?
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What do I pack for a cruise?
The handy checklist below has been created to assist in making sure you remember all the important things to pack for your cruise.
Are there any visa requirements I need to be aware of?
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.
What's the difference between Freedom and Saver fares?
On certain sailings we offer two types of cruise fares; Freedom and Saver Fares.
I'm travelling alone, how will I get to meet people?
Our single guests feel right at home on board our ships; Fred. Olsen have the reputation of sailing the friendliest fleet afloat.
How do I get off the ship if we're at anchor?
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.