£499pp—No-fly cruise to Spain over August bank holiday

Update (12:30pm; 8 Jan, 2025): Note that the 3rd and 4th passengers travelling for £249 per person are when sharing the same cabin as the two lead guests.

Depart late summer and explore the lush landscapes and beautiful bays of Spain's northern coast. Sample Rioja and pintxos whilst in the Basque country, and wander elegant streets in Santander. This deal also comes with an extra saving. When two people book, a third and fourth guest can travel in the same cabin from £249 per person.

What's included

• Five nights onboard Borealis, in an Interior Cabin
• Breakfast, lunch, and dinner on the ship
• Onboard guided activities

When
Sail from Southampton on 21 August, 2025.

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Itinerary
Set sail from Southampton and spend one day at sea before your first stop—Santander. This elegant city is set between Gijon and Bilbao on Spain's northern coast. You could take a ride on the funicular for stunning views across the bay. There are prehistoric caves nearby, containing some of the most important cave paintings of Quaternary art. 

Next, dock in Getxo and spend the night in port. This is the gateway to Bilbao, which sits less than 30 minutes' drive inland. Wander through narrow streets of a historic old town, visit charming shops, and walk along the river. Head to the Guggenheim Museum, known as a masterpiece of contemporary architecture. Be sure to sample Rioja wine and local pintxos (the region's tapas) while you're here.

Enjoy a further day at sea before returning to Southampton.

Ship details
Borealis carries 1353 guests at full capacity. Since it's a smaller ship, you'll enjoy a warm, friendly atmosphere on board. The crew get to know you by name, and even what you like to drink. 

Daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included, and afternoon tea is served every day. If you'd like something special, you can dine at Fred. Olsen's two speciality restaurants for a small supplement. Vasco specialises in Goan cuisine, and Colours & Tastes serves Asian fusion dishes.

During the day, you can cosy up in one of the lounges. Visit The Observatory, which has panoramic ocean views and live music. At night, you can watch big-production shows in the elegant theatre, and enjoy dancing afterwards. The Morning Light pub is the best spot to grab drinks with new-found friends. The ship is full of live music and pub quizzes.

Other options

• Sail in an Oceanview Cabin from £649 per person
• Sail in a Superior Oceanview Cabin from £799 per person
• Sail in a Terraced Cabin from £999 per person
• Sail in a Suite from £1299 per person
• Solo travellers can sail in an Interior Cabin from £749
• A third and fourth guest can travel in the same cabin from £249 per person

Transfers & baggage
Porterage is included between your cabin and the pickup and drop-off points.