Day
Ports of Call
Arrival - Departure
Newcastle, England
Cruise by the Needle, Orkneys
Cruising by Old Man of Hoy, Scotland
Lerwick (Shetland Islands), Scotland
Kirkwall (Orkney Islands), Scotland
At Sea
Newcastle, England
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Balmoral is the largest of the ocean-going cruise ships, yet is still small enough to navigate size-restricted waterways such as the Kiel Canal, providing fantastic scenic cruising opportunities, and retains the warm, intimate and friendly atmosphere that the Fred. Olsen fleet is renowned for. Balmoral is named after the Scottish residence of the British Royal Family, and the Scottish theme runs throughout the main dining venues – the Ballindalloch, Avon and Spey – where guests can enjoy tantalising menus prepared by their expert chefs.
Featuring 710 well-appointed staterooms and suites and a selection of comfortable lounges, bars and inviting public areas which have been extensively refitted and improved as part of Fred. Olsen's fleet-wide refurbishment programme, Balmoral provides guests with ample space in which to relax and share a memorable cruise experience with hundreds, not thousands, of fellow travellers. And, as guests have come to expect, there is always an array of superb entertainment on offer throughout the day, from lectures and hobby classes to live cabaret and comedians, ensuring you can make the most of your time on board.
Ship Length: 218.05m
Gross Tonnage: 43,537
Total Staff: 510
Guest Capacity: 1,325