A Celebration of Dance at Sea
Fred Olsen Cruise Lines · Borealis
Depart
Dec 13, 2026
Return
Dec 18, 2026
Port
Southampton
Nights
5 nights
At a glance
- Launched
- 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. But while Borealis’ capacity is smaller than many cruise vessels, she’s still one of the largest ships, Show lessby size, in our fleet. On board Borealis you’ll find you’re never overcrowded. There is always ample room in which to indulge yourself in the stylish dining venues, enjoy a glass of your favourite tipple and fantastic entertainment at the bars, lounges and theatres, and while away the hours by the all-season pool. And of course, with our friendly staff providing our typical level of personal, attentive service, there’s an intimate feel to the on board experience too.
Ship features
- Morning Light Pub
- Oceans Bar
- Oriental Tea Room
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On board
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MorningLightPub
Observatory
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Poolside
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Itinerary
- 1Southampton, UKDays 1, 6 · Departure & return
- 2Amsterdam, NetherlandsDay 3
- 3Honfleur, FranceDay 5
Lines connect the ports in visiting order; the sailing path may vary.
Cruise from Southampton and back
Day 1Cruise departs from SouthamptonDec 13, 2026
Southampton offers fast and efficient check-in areas, spacious departure lounges with seating areas, café-bars and smart washrooms. If you wish to travel by car and park for the duration of your cruise, you can pay for and reserve parking in advance directly with the relevant company. Alternatively, if being dropped off or collected by taxi or private car, they can drive right up alongside the terminal building.
Day 2At SeaDec 14, 2026
Day 3Amsterdam, NetherlandsDec 15, 2026
60 miles of serene, tree-lined canals mirroring countless gabled 17th and 18th century townhouses, and spanned by 1,000 bridges. A showcase of superb art galleries and museums. Above all, it's a vibrant city with seemingly inexhaustible energy by day and night, fuelled by over 1,500 bars and cafes!
Day 4At SeaDec 16, 2026
Day 5Honfleur, FranceDec 17, 2026
It's a place of great historic charm, notably around the Vieux Basin, where lofty slate-and-timber fronted houses overlook the colourful yacht and fishing harbour, and sloping cobbled streets recall 16th century Honfleur. Not to be missed are the 15th century wooden church and the Impressionist paintings of the Museé Eugene Boudin.
Day 6Cruise returns to SouthamptonDec 18, 2026
Southampton offers fast and efficient check-in areas, spacious departure lounges with seating areas, café-bars and smart washrooms. If you wish to travel by car and park for the duration of your cruise, you can pay for and reserve parking in advance directly with the relevant company. Alternatively, if being dropped off or collected by taxi or private car, they can drive right up alongside the terminal building.
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