Our Journey Planners have crafted your cruise to coincide with Christmas Markets in two European cities, which are reached via historically important rivers. You can soak up the cosy atmosphere while browsing the stalls for traditional handicrafts and sipping on warming mulled wine. In Antwerp, there will be chances to view art nouveau architecture, unearth the works of Rembrandt, sample Belgian chocolate and explore the diamond district – the largest of its kind in the world. Rouen’s medieval streets, half-timbered buildings and links to Joan of Arc are yours to discover before Balmoral sails the picturesque River Seine via the French countryside – a journey only possible on smaller ships.
Named after the Scottish home of the Royal Family, Balmoral is a classically styled ship exuding a welcoming, friendly atmosphere and a warming, home-from-home feel. Capable of carrying up to 1,350 guests in pure comfort, Balmoral is the newest and largest ship in the Fred. Olsen fleet but never feels overcrowded, ensuring those on board always enjoy ample space and receive Fred.’s renowned personal, attentive service.
But despite being the largest in the Fred. Olsen fleet, Balmoral is still small enough to take you through the scenic and winding Fjords of Norway, as well as being able to sail down size restricted European waterways such as the Kiel Canal, ensuring guests on board will benefit from Fred. Olsen's smaller ship experience.
A range of dining options are available on Balmoral, with mouth-watering menus to suit all tastes on offer in the elegant restaurants; and the fantastic selection of bars and lounges are perfect for enjoying a pre-dinner drink, sumptuous afternoon tea and superb entertainment. The Marquee Bar has its very own evening Gin Menu, including a variety of premium gins; while the Observatory Lounge offers spectacular panoramic views from the bow of the ship and a glass dance floor designed for late-night entertainment. The broad spiral staircase at the heart of the ship is one of Balmoral's key features, as is the stunning walkway towards the beautiful Ballindalloch Restaurant, where you can admire photographs and paintings from Fred.’s private collection.
There’s also a comfy pub with occasional live music or comedy, cabaret and shows in the Neptune Lounge, and the serene Atlantis Spa, where guests can treat themselves to a range of treatments from manicures to massages – the perfect holiday indulgence. Balmoral also features two swimming pools and bubbling Jacuzzis, ideal for keeping fit and for relaxing in the sunshine.
Ship Profile & Stats
Refurbished: 2008
Tonnage: 43,537 Tonnes
Length: 218.18 metres
Beam: 28.2 metres
Draft: 24 ft
Speed: 18.5 knots
Ship registration: Bahamas
Passenger capacity (dbl): 1350
Passenger space: 32.62 ft/pass
Crew nationality: International
Officer nationality: International
Dining nationality: International
Ship Amenities
Individually controlled air conditioning
24 Hour Cabin Service
Multi-channel TV & FOi interactive TV
Telephone
Dual Voltage Power Supply - 220 volts - European 2 pin plug required
Tea & Coffee making facilities
In cabin safe or safety deposit box
Hair Dryer
Ship Facilities
Observatory Lounge
Library
Card Room
Atlantis Spa
Future Cruise Sales
Jacuzzi
Marquee Bar
Neptune Lounge
Boutiques
Bookmark Cafe
Art Gallery
Photo Gallery
Avon Restaurant
Self Service Laundry
Casino
Lido Lounge
Morning Light Pub
Medical Centre
Ballindalloch Restaurant
Palms Cafe
Spey Restaurant
Swimming Pool
Arts & Crafts Room
Fitness Centre
Shore Tours Office
Flower Shop
Oriental Room
As a family-run cruise line, Fred. Olsen really take your experience personally. While the cruise industry has gone for bigger ships, brimming with more and more people, they have always believed that smaller is better. They treat passengers as guests, they dock at smaller ports in more interesting places and they avoid overcrowding both aboard and ashore. At capacity, their smaller ships will only ever sail with between 900 and 1,400 guests.
They have a small team of specialist itinerary planners. They take great pride in handcrafting each journey, to ensure they show you hidden gems as well as highlights on each of their sailings. It is a passion that has won them the Cruise Critic award for Best Itineraries for five consecutive years.
With Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, you can cruise from seven regional UK ports to hundreds of destinations worldwide in the classic style and comfort aboard their smaller-sized ships.
This room type has a bathroom with shower.
Facilities include climate control, Interactive Smart TV, desk, phone, hairdryer & tea & coffee making facilities.
All rooms are non-smoking, have room service available until 11.00pm, and require a European 2 pin plug (220 volts).
Owner's Suite - further information to be added as soon as it is available.
This suite is approximately 430 square feet in size and can be found on Highland Deck 11.
This suite has a sitting room, balcony and a bedroom with large double bed and bathroom with bath and/or shower.
Facilities include air conditioning, an interactive television, telephone, safe, hairdryer, mini-bar and/or refrigerator.
All rooms are non-smoking, have 24 hour room service and require a European 2 pin plug (220 volts).
Smoking is permitted on room balconies. Guests also benefit from our Suite Dreams package, which includes a welcome bottle of sparkling wine, flowers in your Suite, luxury towels, complimentary water and much more to ensure your stay is even more comfortable, relaxing and memorable
This suite is approximately 390 square feet in size and can be found on Highland Deck 10.
This suite has a bedroom with a large double bed and a sitting area, a bathroom with bath and/or shower.
Facilities include air conditioning, an interactive television, telephone, safe, hairdryer, mini-bar and/or refrigerator.
All rooms are non-smoking, have 24 hour room service and require a European 2 pin plug (220 volts).
Smoking is permitted on room balconies. Guests also benefit from our Suite Dreams package, which includes a welcome bottle of sparkling wine, flowers in your Suite, luxury towels, complimentary water and much more to ensure your stay is even more comfortable, relaxing and memorable
This style of suite is approximately 275 square feet in size, and can be found on Highland Deck 10 and Bridge Deck 9.
This suite has a sitting area with a balcony and a bedroom with a twin or double bed. The bathroom has a bath and/or shower.
Facilities include air conditioning, an interactive television, telephone, safe, hairdryer, mini-bar and/or fridge.
All rooms are non-smoking, have 24 hour room service and require a European 2 pin plug (220 volts).
Smoking is permitted on room balconies. Guests also benefit from our Suite Dreams package, which includes a welcome bottle of sparkling wine, flowers in your Suite, luxury towels, complimentary water and much more to ensure your stay is even more comfortable, relaxing and memorable
This suite is approximately 200 square feet in size and can be found on Bridge Deck 9.
This suite has a bedroom with sitting area and a balcony. The bathroom has a bath and/or shower.
Facilities include air conditioning, interactive television, telephone, safe, hairdryer, mini-bar and/or refrigerator.
All rooms are non-smoking, have 24 hour room service and require a European 2 pin plug (220 volts).
Smoking is permitted on room balconies.
*Please note that some of the JB grades have 2 beds, but are sold as Single Balcony Suites. Guests also benefit from our Suite Dreams package, which includes a welcome bottle of sparkling wine, flowers in your Suite, luxury towels, complimentary water and much more to ensure your stay is even more comfortable, relaxing and memorable
This suite is approximately 200 square feet in size and can be found on Highland Deck 10, Bridge Deck 9 and Lido Deck 8.
This suite has a bedroom with a sitting area and a balcony. There is an en-suite bathroom with bath and/or shower.
Facilities include air conditioning, an interactive television, telephone, safe, hairdryer, mini bar/fridge.
All rooms are non-smoking, have 24 hour room service and require a European 2 pin plug (220 volts).
Smoking is permitted on room balconies.
Please note, rooms 8057 and 8059 on lido deck are equipped for use by disabled passengers. Guests also benefit from our Suite Dreams package, which includes a welcome bottle of sparkling wine, flowers in your Suite, luxury towels, complimentary water and much more to ensure your stay is even more comfortable, relaxing and memorable
Balcony Junior Suite - further information to be added as soon as it is available.
These rooms are approximately 190 square feet in size and can be found on Bridge Deck 9.
Slightly larger than a BC grade, these rooms have a balcony, bathroom with bath and/or shower.
Facilities include air conditioning, an interactive television, telephone, safe and a hairdryer.
All rooms are non-smoking, have 24 hour room service and require a European 2 pin plug (220 volts).
Smoking is permitted on room balconies.
This room is approximately 180 square feet in size, and can be found on Lido Deck 8 and Bridge Deck 9.
It has a balcony, bathroom with bath and/or shower.
Facilities include air conditioning, an interactive television, telephone, safe and a hairdryer.
All rooms are non-smoking, have 24 hour room service and require a European 2 pin plug (220 volts)
Smoking is permitted on room balconies.
This room is approximately 200 square feet in size and can be found on Lido Deck 8.
It has a picture window, bathroom with bath and/or shower.
Facilities include air conditioning, an interactive television, telephone, safe and a hairdryer.
All rooms are non-smoking, have 24 hour room service and require a European 2 pin plug (220 volts)
Around 165 square feet in size, these rooms are located on the Lido Deck 8 and Main Deck 6. Fitted with everything you need for your stay, there’s a picture window too.
The bathroom has bath and/or shower, there’s interactive TV, hairdryer and safe.
*Rooms 8073, 8075, 8084 and 8086 on the Lido Deck are wheelchair accessible and have a fully restricted window.
Superior Ocean View - further information to be added as soon as it is available.
Located on Atlantic Deck 5. Around 165 square feet, with a picture window; and have a bathroom with a shower or bath.
Facilities include air conditioning, an interactive television, telephone, safe and a hairdryer.
All rooms are non-smoking, have 24 hour room service and require a European 2 pin plug (220 volts).
Single travellers can cruise in comfort and style on board Balmoral in one of the ship’s Single Superior Ocean View Rooms.
This room is approximately 160 square feet in size and can be found on Lido Deck 8.
It has a picture window, a bathroom with bath and/or shower.
Facilities include air conditioning, an interactive television, telephone, safe and a hairdryer.
All rooms are non-smoking, have 24 hour room service and require a European 2 pin plug (220 volts).
Please note rooms 8061 and 8072 have a small balcony.
This cabin is approximately 165 square feet in size.
This grade of cabin has a picture window and a bathroom with bath and/or shower. Facilities include an interactive television.
These rooms are approximately 165 square feet in size, and can be found on Atlantic Deck 5 and Coral Deck 4.
They have a picture window (with the exception of rooms 5001 - 5008 which have portholes) and a bathroom with bath and/or shower.
Facilities include air conditioning, an interactive television, telephone, safe and a hairdryer.
All rooms are non-smoking, have 24 hour room service and require a European 2 pin plug (220 volts).
This room is approximately 165 square feet in size and can be found on the Coral Deck 4.
It has a picture window and a bathroom with shower.
Facilities include air conditioning, an interactive television, telephone, safe and a hairdryer.
All rooms are non-smoking, have 24 hour room service and require a European 2 pin plug (220 volts).
Single travellers can cruise in comfort and style on board Balmoral in one of the ship’s Single Ocean View Rooms.
This room is approximately 165 square feet in size and can be found on Coral Deck 4.
It has a picture window and a bathroom with a shower.
Facilities include air conditioning, an interactive television, telephone, safe and a hairdryer.
All rooms are non-smoking, have 24 hour room service and require a European 2 pin plug (220 volts).
Please note that some of the K grades have 2 beds, but are sold as Single Ocean View rooms.
This room is approximately 165 square feet in size and can be found on Coral Deck 4 & Marina Deck 3.
It has 2 portholes, bathroom with a shower.
Facilities include air conditioning, an interactive television, telephone, safe and a hairdryer.
All rooms are non-smoking, have 24 hour room service and require a European 2 pin plug (220 volts).
Single travellers can cruise in comfort and style on board Balmoral in one of the ship’s Single Ocean View Rooms.
This room is approximately 140 square feet in size and can be found on the Marina Deck 3.
It has a porthole and a bathroom with shower.
Facilities include air conditioning, an interactive television, telephone, safe and a hairdryer.
All rooms are non-smoking, have 24 hour room service and require a European 2 pin plug (220 volts).
This cabin is approximately 165 square feet in size. These cabins have a porthole, an en-suite bathroom with shower, and include an interactive television.
Our Superior Interior Rooms are approximately 160 square feet in size and can be found on Lido Deck 8, Bridge Deck 9 and Main Deck 6.
These rooms have a bathroom with bath and/or shower.
Facilities include air conditioning, an interactive television, telephone, safe and a hairdryer.
All rooms are non-smoking, have 24 hour room service and require a European 2 pin plug (220 volts).
Please note, rooms 9048, 9056 and 9095 on Bridge Deck have been adapted for use by disabled passengers.
Single travellers can cruise in comfort and style on board Balmoral in one of the ship’s Single Superior Interior Rooms.
This room is approximately 160 square feet in size and can be found on Bridge Deck 9.
It has a bath and/or shower.
Facilities include air conditioning, an interactive television, telephone, safe and a hairdryer.
All rooms are non-smoking, have 24 hour room service and require a European 2 pin plug (220 volts).
This room is approximately 160 square feet in size and can be found on the Atlantic Deck 5.
It has a bathroom with shower.
Facilities include air conditioning, an interactive television, telephone, safe and a hairdryer.
All rooms are non-smoking, have 24 hour room service and require a European 2 pin plug (220 volts).
This room is approximately 160 square feet in size and can be found on Marina Deck 3 and Coral Deck 4.
It has a bathroom with shower.
Facilities include air conditioning, an interactive television, telephone, safe and a hairdryer.
All rooms are non-smoking, have 24 hour room service and require a European 2 pin plug (220 volts).
Single travellers can cruise in comfort and style on board Balmoral in one of the ship’s Single Interior Rooms.
These rooms are approximately 130 square feet in size and can be found on Main Deck 6 and Marina Deck 3.
They have a bathroom with shower.
Facilities include air conditioning, an interactive television, telephone, safe and a hairdryer.
All rooms are non-smoking, have 24 hour room service and require a European 2 pin plug (220 volts).
This cabin is approximately 130 square feet in size and can be found on Main and Marina Decks.
This cabin grade has a bathroom with shower, and an interactive television.
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