Whales & Wonders of Iceland
Fred Olsen Cruise Lines · Borealis
Depart
Aug 10, 2027
Return
Aug 19, 2027
Port
Liverpool
Nights
9 nights

At a glance
- Built
- 1996
- Tonnage
- 31011
- Cabins
- 0
- Crew
- 0
Bearing a name that previously bestowed an Olsen-owned vessel in the 1940s, and inspires thoughts of the Aurora Borealis, elegant Borealis proudly connects with, and represents, our founding family’s history and Norwegian heritage. Stylish, spacious and comfortable, with capacity for fewer than 1,400 guests, she’s in keeping with our commitment to offering a more traditional style of cruising.
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On board

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MorningLightPub

Observatory

OceansBar

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Poolside

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Itinerary
Cruise from Liverpool and back
Day 1Cruise departs from LiverpoolAug 10, 2027
Facilities in Liverpool are constantly being improved to make boarding, stopping off or leaving your cruise ship easy, enjoyable and stress-free.
Day 2At SeaAug 11, 2027
Day 3At SeaAug 12, 2027
Day 4Reykjavik, IcelandAug 13, 2027
Reykjavik – Iceland’s stunning coastal capital and cultural centre – is the world’s most northerly capital. The city combines colourful buildings, impulsive, creative people, extraordinary design, and some of the country’s most beautiful natural wonders. The cosmopolitan city with big heart is home to the Althing – the world’s oldest parliament, and the National and Saga Museums, which trace Iceland’s Viking history. The impressive Hallgrímskirkja Church bell tower and the rotating Perlan glass dome offer panoramic views off island. Reykjavik’s galleries and exhibitions, including the outstanding Reykjavík Art Museum and National Gallery, feature radical Icelandic design, and there are many public art installations. The capital has benefited from a surge in high-quality restaurant openings, offering a broad mix of creative cuisine. Daytime cafés switch to restaurants and bars at night – tapas, concept-dining and burger joints all sit comfortably together. And then there’s the wonderfu…
Day 5Grundarfjordur, IcelandAug 14, 2027
Day 5Pass LátrabjargAug 14, 2027
Day 6Cruise EyjafjörðurAug 15, 2027
Day 6Akureyri, IcelandAug 15, 2027
Located in Northern Iceland, Akureyri is a beautiful town best known for its spectacular landscapes, lush vegetation and its diverse wildlife. On your journey to Akureyri you’ll sail through the longest fjord in Iceland, Eyjafjordur, a wonderful prelude to your time on shore. The perfect destination for nature lovers, the waters surrounding the town are teaming with rare, native species such as humpback whales, minke whales, white-beaked dolphins and porpoises to go in search of. Within reach on tours are incredible natural wonders too, such as the Godafoss ‘Waterfall of the Gods’ and Lake Myvatn. In the town centre, there are many museums, galleries and exhibitions to discover and enjoy, offering an insight into the diverse culture of Akureyri and Iceland as a whole. ‘Arts Alley’ – the main street that runs directly through the town – is Akureyri’s cultural hub. Here you will find the very best galleries, exhibitions and restaurants that the town has to offer.
Day 6Cross Arctic CircleAug 15, 2027
Day 7At SeaAug 16, 2027
Day 8Runavik (Faroe Isles)Aug 17, 2027
Runavík is a comparatively urbanised village in Runavík Municipality, Faroe Islands. It lies on the south half of the isle of Eysturoy.
Day 9At SeaAug 18, 2027
Day 10Cruise returns to LiverpoolAug 19, 2027
Facilities in Liverpool are constantly being improved to make boarding, stopping off or leaving your cruise ship easy, enjoyable and stress-free.
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