Balmoral of Fred Olsen Cruise Lines to Depart from Portsmouth

Beginning the following month, the Balmoral of Fred Olsen Cruise Lines will depart from Portsmouth.

Balmoral will set sail on 10th December for a 12-night holiday journey to Spain and Portugal, where passengers can check out Vigo’s light show and Madeira’s Christmas markets.

On 22nd December, the line will also leave for a 14-night holiday excursion to the Canaries, stopping in Portugal, Spain, Gran Canaria, and Tenerife.

Balmoral will set sail on a 78-night South America and Antarctic voyage at the start of the following year. Cruise destinations include the Galapagos Islands, the Bahamas, the Patagonian Fjords in Chile, and the Antarctic for the first time in the line’s history.

On 5th January 2023, the cruise sets sail and makes its way back to Southampton. Prices begin at £7,999.

Director of product and customer service Clare Ward stated: “At Fred Olsen, we have almost 200 years of seafaring history, and so to welcome guests aboard from Portsmouth, a city with rich maritime heritage, is particularly exciting for us.

“These sailings have been handcrafted by our team of dedicated journey planers to offer our guests something special at the time of year they are visiting.

“Plus, the smaller size of Balmoral means everyone can be sure of a warm and friendly atmosphere aboard all of her sailings, whether it’s for a warmer festive break or that once-in-a-lifetime voyage to South America or Antarctica.”