Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has announced a new 98-night round-the-world adventure aboard the Borealis, departing from Southampton in January 2027. The voyage will offer numerous once-in-a-lifetime opportunities, from whale watching in the Caribbean, Mexico, and Hawaii, to seeing Hong Kong’s iconic skyline illuminated by the Symphony of Lights.
Passengers will enjoy a four-day stay in Hawaii, as well as visits to five Japanese ports, carefully selected to avoid peak tourist season and coincide with the beauty of the late plum blossom. Other highlights include:
- Visits to Pearl Harbor,
- The futuristic Gardens by the Bay in Singapore,
- And the opportunity to search for the "Big Five" on a safari in South Africa.
The Borealis will also pass through the famous Panama Canal, an engineering masterpiece that links the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.
Martin Lister, Head of Product Innovation at Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, commented: “This is a truly special journey of discovery, and we have loved designing it. It is specially designed to showcase iconic landmarks, diverse cultures, and natural wonders, both in world-renowned cities and hidden gems.”
One of the highlights will be the extended visit to Japan, at a less crowded time of year, offering the chance to admire the beauty of the late plum blossom. With five ports of call, guests will be able to explore numerous ancient castles and temples, enjoy breathtaking views of Mount Fuji, ride the bullet train in Osaka, and join us for our first stop in Shimizu.
Later, a four-day stay in Hawaii will offer ample time to explore the archipelago's volcanic landscapes, pristine beaches, and rainforests, experience the Aloha spirit at a traditional luau, and sample the delicious local cuisine.”
Passengers who book before May 7, 2025, will benefit from Freedom Fare Price Promise . This guarantee ensures that if a guest books a Freedom Fare during the first four weeks of the cruise's sales, they will receive the best price guaranteed, or an upgrade or onboard credit if the fare subsequently drops. In addition, all passengers on this world cruise will enjoy the new all-inclusive fare, which includes full board; house beers, wines, spirits, and soft drinks on tap with lunch and dinner; entertainment and cultural activities; shuttle buses when the port is more than 1.6 km from the ship; guided tours in selected ports; fitness classes; crew gratuities; port taxes and duties.
The itinerary from Southampton (England) visits Lisbon (Portugal), Funchal (Madeira), Bridgetown (Barbados), St. George's (Grenada), Cartagena de Indias (Colombia), Colón (Panama, overnight), Panama Canal crossing, Puntarenas (Costa Rica), Puerto Quetzal (Guatemala), Kahului, Maui (Hawaii), Hilo (Hawaii), Honolulu, Oahu (Hawaii), Nawiliwili, Kauai (Hawaii), Tokyo (Japan, overnight), Shimizu (Japan), Nagoya (Japan), Osaka (Japan, overnight), Naha, Okinawa (Japan), Hong Kong, Singapore, Phuket (Thailand), Port Louis (Mauritius, overnight), Gqeberha (South Africa), Cape Town (South Africa, overnight), Jamestown (Saint Helena), Praia, Santiago (Cape Verde), Las Palmas (Gran Canaria), A Coruña (Spain) and Southampton (England).
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