Portsmouth - three days cruising - Madeira (Funchal) - La Gomera (San Sebastian) - Tenerife (Santa Cruz) - Lanzarote (Arrecife) - one day cruising - Portugal (Lisbon) - one day cruising - Spain ( La Coruna) - one day cruising - Portsmouth
Day 1-8 Spend a relaxing and festive Christmas Day on board MS Borealis at sea en route to the wonderful garden-island of Madeira. We then enjoy visits to San Sebastian de la Gomera, Tenerife and Lanzarote – each with its own unique charms, fine beaches and glorious national parks. Our New Year is spent in Lisbon. Spend the day exploring the old town on foot or by vintage tram, and then celebrate the arrival of 2026 onboard in style, with excellent food, drink, entertainment and views of the city’s spectacular fireworks display – a sight not to be missed! We have one more glorious visit to La Coruňa, on the Spanish coast, before we return to Portsmouth.
Borealis is perfectly suited for enjoying scenic cruising of the world's lesser-known waterways. From cruising past remarkable landscapes and historical sites to capturing the beauty of the natural world. Redecorated and refurbished when she joined their fleet in order to meet the high standards of the Olsen family, Borealis features a wonderful series of lounges, bars, elegant restaurants and wide-open deck spaces, as well as 702 beautiful cabins and suites; perfectly suited to the Fred. Olsen style of cruising. Enjoy one of their Signatures Experiences of Scenic Discoveries from the perfectly-appointed Observatory, where guests will be able to see outstanding natural scenery and iconic landmarks, accompanied by commentary from our on board teams; or sample delicious Treats of the Region in the Auditorium where their talented chefs will prepare dishes that are local to the exciting destinations you're visiting. Their friendly crew will be on hand throughout your cruise, providing the personal service they're known for.
