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No-Fly 2024 Discovering Normandy & Channel Islands

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Oceans Members SAVE up to 10% off the advertised fare when you book by 8pm 22nd December 2023*

FREE Drinks Package* or FREE Onboard Spend of up to £150*

Traditional No-Fly Cruising from a UK Port*

Hand-Crafted Itineraries | Fred Olsen Signature Experiences Included*


Cruise Overview

  • Duration 5 nights
  • Departs 23 Aug 2024
  • Sails from Southampton
  • Ship Borealis
  • Cruise code ‍2043954
  • Voyage code ‍S2419

Your Itinerary

Cruises from Southampton

Southampton Fri 23 Aug 2024

Cruises from Southampton

Choose from a wide selection of cruise lines and set sail on your dream holiday with our handpicked range of cruises from Southampton.

Borealis, Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines

Cruising Sat 24 Aug 2024

Borealis, Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
St. Mary's, Isles of Scilly

St. Mary's, Isles of Scilly Sun 25 Aug 2024

St. Mary's, Isles of Scilly

Located just 28 miles off the shores of Cornwall, the Isles of Scilly may be close to the mainland, but they feel a million miles away thanks to their gorgeous beaches, lush nature reserves and stunning surf. St. Mary's, Scilly's main and largest island, is smothered with treasures that await your discovery, including ancient monuments, the Carreg Dhu Community Garden, a small museum in Hugh Town and an interesting heritage centre in the middle of the island. There are also multiple opportunities to walk along miles of scenic beaches or nature trails.

Guernsey (St. Peter Port)

St Peter Port, Guernsey Mon 26 Aug 2024

Guernsey (St. Peter Port)

The picturesque capital of Guernsey, and the main port of the Channel Islands, St. Peter Port, is a bustling, historic town where Georgian and Regency architecture has been refined by French émigrés. The result of these influences is a charming mix of styles, with tumbling terraces and tiered gardens, stylish boutiques and chic cafés that are an absolute joy to explore. Of course, many visitors tour the town on the hunt for a bargain in the low-tax stores. The author of Les Misérables, Victor Hugo, was exiled in Guernsey, living in Hauteville House for 15 years. Now known as Victor Hugo House, it is a museum owned and operated by the Paris city government. Castle Cornet, the ancient harbour fortress, sits atop a rock outcrop reached along a bridge and breakwater, and houses several museums.

Borealis, Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines

Cruise by Brecqhou, Channel Islands Mon 26 Aug 2024

Borealis, Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
Alderney, Channel Islands

Alderney, Channel Islands Mon 26 Aug 2024

Alderney, Channel Islands
A panoramic view of Honfleur's harbour

Honfleur, France Tue 27 Aug 2024

A panoramic view of Honfleur's harbour

The port at the Normandy city of Honfleur sets the standard for picturesque ports everywhere.

Cruises from Southampton

Southampton Wed 28 Aug 2024

Cruises from Southampton

Choose from a wide selection of cruise lines and set sail on your dream holiday with our handpicked range of cruises from Southampton.

What's included *

  • Full-board, no-fly cruising from the UK
  • FREE Drinks Package or FREE Onboard Spend of up to £150
  • Oceans Members SAVE up to 10% off the advertised fare when you book by 8pm 22nd December 2023
  • Full board cruising on board Borealis
  • A truly British cruise experience with all English-speaking crew
  • All meals throughout your cruise from five course a la carte dining to casual buffets and late night snacks
  • On board leisure facilities including spacious gyms, heated swimming pools and Jacuzzis
  • FREE tea and coffee on board (at selected venues)
  • Every night a different show – from comedians, to musicians, to the ship’s own show company
  • Captain’s drinks party and Gala Buffet
  • All current port supplements and taxes
  • The currency on board is pound sterling, so you won’t be affected by any foreign exchange rate fluctuation
  • More space throughout the ship to make yourself feel at home and enjoy the Fred. Olsen Service
  • Original artwork and premium décor
  • An all-weather swimming pool with a retractable roof – perfect for pool days wherever you are in the world
  • An even wider choice of restaurants, lounges and bars
  • A classic two-tiered theatre
  • More balcony cabins and suites – a favourite with Fred. Olsen guests
  • Culinary demonstration and wine tasting venues
  • Additional spa facilities including a thermal suite, hydrotherapy pool and more treatment room
  • Fred Olsen Signature Experience - Itinerary Insights | Discover the history, culture and local wildlife of the destinations
  • Fred Olsen Signature Experience - The Ship & The Sea | Join Fred Olsen's 'audience with' interviews with key crew members
  • Fred Olsen Signature Experience - The Sky At Sea | Join sunset and star-gazing events on board
  • Fred Olsen Signature Experience - Tastes Of The Region | Meet the chefs and learn how to prepare local dishes from the destinations visited
  • The Olsen Way Promise | Fred Olsen are confident that if after a couple of days on board you find it is not right for you - They will fly you home and refund your cruise in full (T&C's apply)~
  • Book with ROL Cruise and earn exclusive Cruise Miles® + your Ocean Club rewards with Fred. Olsen

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* Prices shown are per person, based on two adults sharing a twin cabin and include all cruise offer discounts and savings.

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Superior Interior Cabin

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The Superior Interior cabins can be found on Decks 3 and 6, and are approximately 183 -293 square feet in size. The room consists of two single beds which can be converted into a queen-size bed. The bathroom features a shower only.

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G Highland Deck 6 £1,049pp Enquire now

Interior Cabin

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Situated on decks 3, 2 and 1 I Grade Interior cabins on Borealis have all the amenities and comforts guests need, and are positioned close to the ship's stairs and lifts, providing easy access to the other decks and their public areas. Deck(s): Promenade Deck 3, Coral Deck 2 & Marina Deck 1 Size: 183 square feet (approx.) Bedroom with two single beds (can be converted into a queen-size bed) Bathroom with shower 4 berth & 3 berth cabins available

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I Coral Deck 2 £949pp Enquire now
H Coral Deck 2 £999pp Enquire now

Superior Ocean View Cabin

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Our Superior Ocean View cabins can be found on Deck 2, midship, and are approximately 214 square feet in size. Each cabin features a large ocean view with a window, while the bedrooms consist of two single beds that can be converted into a queen-size bed. The bathroom features both a bath and shower.

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C Coral Deck 2 £1,249pp Enquire now
B Highland Deck 6 £1,299pp Enquire now

Ocean View Cabin

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These Ocean View cabins can be found on Decks 1 and 2 and are approximately 214 square feet in size. These cabins feature large picture windows. The bedrooms consist of two single beds which can be converted into a queen-size bed while the bathrooms feature both a bath and shower (unless indicated as shower only).

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D Coral Deck 2 £1,149pp Enquire now
E Coral Deck 2 £1,099pp Enquire now

Terrace Cabin

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Our Terrace Cabins can be found on Deck 3, midship and are approximately 218 square feet. The bedroom features two single beds which can be converted into a queen-size bed. The bathroom has both a bath and shower. Sliding glass doors lead onto the walk-around Lower Promenade Deck.

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TC Promenade Deck 3 £1,599pp Enquire now

Premier Suite

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At approximately 568 to 644 square feet in size, Borealis' Premier Suites are spacious and stylish, and feature all the amenities guests need for a comfortable, restful stay, as well as a few extra touches that help make for a even more special experience. Deck: Bridge Deck 7 Size: 658-644 square feet (approx.) Bedroom with king-size bed Separate sitting and dressing areas Bathroom with bath and shower Private balcony with large table, chairs and sun loungers Large floor-to-ceiling windows Access to mini bar and fridge Guests benefit from complimentary Suite Dreams package

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PS Bridge Deck 7 £2,499pp Enquire now

Olsen Suite

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Situated on Deck 7, this suite is approximately 1,181 square feet in size and is located near the lift and stairs. Features include floor to ceiling windows leading out to a private balcony. The suite has one king-size bed and a sofa with the bathroom boasting an oversize bath and separate shower. A living room, dining room, dressing room, private balcony, pantry, mini-bar, fridge and guest toilet can also be found in the Olsen Suite.

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OW Bridge Deck 7 £3,199pp Enquire now

Balcony Suite

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The Balcony Suites on Borealis feature all the amenities and comforts guests need during their stay, and provide ample space in which to relax, both indoors and outside on a private balcony. Deck(s): Bridge Deck 7 & Highland Deck 6 Size: 283 square feet (approx.) Bedroom with two single beds (can be converted to one queen-sized bed) Separate sitting area Bathroom with bath and shower (unless indicated as shower only) Private balcony Large floor-to-ceiling windows Access to mini bar and fridge Guests benefit from complimentary Suite Dreams package

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BS Bridge Deck 7 £1,999pp Enquire now

Balcony Junior Suite

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Borealis' Balcony Junior Suites are a welcoming, comfortable space. Guests will find ample room to relax, and all the amenities they need during their stay, plus a private balcony for soaking up sunshine and scenery outside. Deck(s): Bridge Deck 7 & Highland Deck 6 Size: 244 square feet (approx.) Bedroom with two single beds (can be converted to one queen-sized bed) Sitting area Bathroom with bath and shower (unless indicated as shower only) Private balcony Floor-to-ceiling windows Access to mini bar and fridge Guests benefit from complimentary Suite Dreams package

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BJ Bridge Deck 7 £1,899pp Enquire now

The Ship - Borealis

  • Occupancy1,360
  • Tonnage31,011 tons
  • Length781 ft (238.05 m)
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Thanks to her ability to cruise at higher speeds, Borealis - the sister ship to Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ flagship Bolette - is perfectly suited for sailing longer voyages across the globe. Cruising faster means she can include more stops, scenic discovery and highlights in each itinerary.

What’s onboard: Atlantis Spa, Aurora Restaurant, Borealis Restaurant, Boutiques, Card Room, Colours & Tastes Restaurant, Destination Services, Fitness Centre, Forecastle, Future Cruise Information, Guest Services, Jacuzzis, Jewellery Shop, Laundry Room, Medical Centre, Morning Light Pub & Lounge, Neptune Balcony, Neptune Lounge, Ocean Bar, Piano Bar, Port Shop, Retractable Roof, Sports Courts, Swimming Pool, Tea & Coffee Stations, The Auditorium, The Bookmark Cafe & Lounge, The Flower Shop, The Indian Ocean Room Restaurant, The Lido Bar, The Lookout, The Observatory, The Olsen Art Studio, The Oriental Tea Room, The Photo Gallery, The Poolside Cafe, The View Bar, The View Buffet Restaurant, Vasco Restaurant and much, much more.

Borealis

Experience the Difference

  • Our ABTA membership & ATOL license protects all our package or tailormade holidays booked through ROL Cruise so you can book with confidence knowing you are fully protected
  • Award winning Cruise Miles® loyalty programme; with over 400,000 UK members
  • Winners of more than 50 Cruise Awards over the last 5 years
  • The UK's No.1 Independent Cruise Specialist; delivering impartial advice
  • Customer satisfaction at 98% and a Feefo score of 4.9/5.
  • Expert staff with over 1,000 years of combined travel expertise offering 5★ service
  • Flexible Payment Options Available
  • Celebrating over 25 years as a cruise-only specialist
  • Insurance Guidance - ROL Cruise will assist you with obtaining insurance cover, including Covid-cover.
  • Key strategic partner with the major cruise lines
  • Ambassadors representing us and guiding our customers onboard and at key locations on their holidays

Fred Olsen Cruise Lines FAQs

Do Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines have a Flexible Cancellation Policy?

If guests test positive within 14 days of departure they are to contact Fred. Olsen to discuss their booking and their options.

Fred. Olsen wants you to have complete peace of mind when booking a cruise with us. That's why all new bookings for cruises in 2022 come with their ‘no-risk deposit’ as standard.

This means you can move your deposit to any other cruise within 12 months of your original sailing - with no transfer fees. All you have to do is let us know before your final balance has been paid (or before your interim payment on a longer cruise).


Do I need a COVID-19 vaccine to travel aboard a Fred. Olsen ship?

Yes, you will need to be fully vaccinated, including your booster dose, with the last date of your last dose administered at least ten days prior to sailing.

  • Guests aged 12 and over are required to be fully vaccinated, including a booster dose. Your booster dose must be administered at least 7 days prior to embarkation. 
  • Children aged 12 and over will be required to have both of their vaccinations, with the last administered date a minimum of 14 days prior to embarkation
  • If more than 9 months have passed since the second dose, a booster vaccine will be required at least 7 days prior to embarkation. 
  • If you have had your second dose less than three months before your cruise departs, you will not need a booster dose. Your last administered date will need to be at least 14 days prior to embarkation. 

Pre-boarding & Testing Requirements

  • At embarkation, guests will be required to provide proof of full vaccination status. This can be provided in digital and non-digital form. The NHS has a mobile app that shows your vaccination status. Fred. Olsen will accept this as proof of your vaccinations. For those who do not have a SMART phone, this can be printed out from the NHS website OR you can call 119 and request a paper version. Please note some destinations will require a QR code only. This will be highlighted prior to travel in your pre-departure information. A digital QR code is only valid for 28 days. 
  • All guests are required to take their own Lateral Flow Test at home within 24 hours of the departure date of the cruise and bring the proof of a negative test result to show at check-in. Accepted proof is the test cassette showing a negative test result or an email, letter or text confirmation from the test kit provider confirming a negative test result. 
  • Lateral Flow Test kits are readily available at most high street chemists and online.You can also order a Lateral Flow Test via our test kit partner Bupa at https://bupatesting.everythinggeneticltd.co.uk/index.php and record your result at https://my.everythinggeneticltd.co.uk/self_reporting
  • If you arrive at the port without confirmation of a negative result, you will be asked to complete a test at the terminal, which will result in a delay at check-in. Testing at the terminal will be charged at £25 per test and will be added to your on board account.
  • A small number of guests will be randomly re-tested at check-in. These guests will not be required to pay for their tests and their testing will be prioritised.


What is included in my cruise fare with Fred. Olsen Cruises?

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines offer incredible value via inclusive fares. The following will be included in the price of your cruise: comfortable cabins with tv, hairdryer, tea and coffee making facilities and individually controlled air conditioning, tempting cuisine, self-service tea and coffee at selected venues, in-room sandwiches and snacks, evening entertainment, Captain’s Drinks Party and Gala Buffet, use of leisure facilities including pools and gym, a vast range of on board activities, all UK port taxes, luggage porterage at embarkation and disembarkation and flights (as part of fly-cruises).


What isn’t included in my cruise fare with Fred Olsen?

There isn’t much Fred. Olsen doesn’t include in the price of their cruises! But do bear in mind the following (unless stated otherwise): travel to/from your port or airports, car parking, all drinks on board, Shore Tours and RIB Tours, hairdressing, health & beauty treatments and selected fitness classes, personal laundry and dry cleaning, WiFi, passport and visa costs, holiday insurance, discretionary gratuities, evening dining in premium restaurants, premium Traditional Afternoon Tea and games of Blackjack and Roulette.


Is there a dress code on board a Fred. Olsen Cruise?

Yes, there is a dress code on board. Most evenings, your chosen ship will have a smart casual dress code. For men, trousers, chinos or smart dark jeans with a shirt or polo shirt are required. For ladies, outfits range from tailored trouser suits/casual separates to stylish dresses. Depending on the length of your chosen cruise, there may be one or more formal evenings. On these occasions, men wear either a dinner jacket or dark suit and tie while ladies may wear cocktail-style dresses or full-length ball gowns.


What dining options are available on board a Fred. Olsen Cruise ship?

Upon arrival, you’ll find a Restaurant Seating Card in your cabin which will detail your evening dining time and allocated table number for the duration of your cruise. Dining times consist of two sittings; First Sitting (18:15) and Second Sitting (20:30). For guests on Freedom Fare, you will be offered the choice of your preferred slot at the time of booking, subject to availability. While guests on Saver Fares can select their dining time for a nominal supplement in advance of sailing. Informal open seating is offered to evening diners in Palms Café on Balmoral. On selected evenings, The Grill restaurant offers premium speciality dining (for a small supplement) in exclusive indoor or al fresco locations. Here, expect to dine on succulent steaks and seafood as well as world cuisine inspired by the waters you sail in.


Are drinks packages available with Fred. Olsen?

Yes, Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines offer an All Inclusive Drinks Upgrade package. From only £24.99 per person, per night (£35 per person, per night on cruises of five nights or less and Speciality Sailings), you can enjoy selected white, red and rosé wine by the glass and selected house beers, house spirits and soft drinks all day, every day throughout your cruise. This package also extends to the restaurants on board where you can choose from a selection of soft drinks, a choice of wines by the glass and selected branded beers in cans.


What entertainment is available in the evenings on a Fred. Olsen cruise?

Each evening you can enjoy a live show after dinner courtesy of resident and guest entertainers. From music to magic, cabaret to comedy, there’s so much to keep you entertained during your time on board - all you need to do is sit back and enjoy it all with your tipple of choice.


How do I pay for gratuities with Fred. Olsen?

Gratuities (applicable to youths aged 12 to 17 and all adults) will be applied to your on board account. The amount (around £5 per person, per night) is not compulsory and can easily be altered by visiting Guest Services on board. You are welcome to tip personally if you prefer. You can also pre-pay gratuities before travelling (please ask at the time of booking).


Last Updated: 13/09/2022

* Terms & Conditions

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Booking conditions of Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines and Reader Offers Limited Agency terms of business apply. Pricing is subject to availability, is capacity controlled, and may change at any time. Fares are per person based on two adults sharing, except single cabins, and may increase or be withdrawn at any time. Offers apply to new bookings only made between 1st December - 8pm 31st January 2024. Ports may require a tender. Tours are at a supplement and are subject to change. Please note, tours may not be suitable for guests with mobility restrictions. Savings are per booking and dependant on grade/voyage booked. Drinks package is subject to T&Cs. On board spend will be tiered depending on grade booked. Guests in the same cabin can choose either drinks package or the on board spend but they must choose the same benefit. Fred. Olsen enjoyment promise T&C’s apply. Wildlife and Northern Lights sightings are not guaranteed. Cruise Miles T&Cs apply. E&OE.

5% Oceans Member Discount is applicable to Oceans Members, is tiered depending on membership level and is subject to T&Cs. ~The Olsen Way Promise - The Olsen Way Promise excludes Party Nights and cruises for 4 or less nights. The promise only applies to Bookings made for departures more than 12 weeks ahead. The Olsen Way Promise only applies to Passengers who have contracted with FOCL and excludes cruises on vessels operated by FOCL but booked through third Party operators. Should you wish to invoke the Olsen Way Promise, you will need to inform Guest Relations within 48 hours of the Vessel's departure from the original port of embarkation at the latest. FOCL will arrange and pay for a flight and/or transport back to the UK. FOCL will refund the cruise cost only but will not refund other costs.~

The offer: valid on new bookings only made between 1st until 8pm 22nd December 2023, valid on select 2024 sailings, Freedom Fare only, Oceans members T&Cs apply.

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