11 Apr 2023
Southampton
8 nights
Balmoral
The cruise at a glance
The Olsen Way Highlights
We have chosen the destinations on this cruise for their nautical attractions, with highlights including the German Imperial Naval Academy in Kiel, Hamburg’s maritime museum, and Bremen’s U-boat bunker. Balmoral is small enough to navigate the sizerestricted Kiel Canal, making your experience of this scenic and historic waterway even more rewarding. The seaside town of Warnemünde is your gateway to the iconic monuments of Germany’s capital, Berlin, such as the Brandenburg Gate and the remains of the Berlin Wall.
Explore the ItineraryHighlights
Cruising the Kiel Canal - Scenic Discovery
Connecting the North Sea to the Baltic Sea - the Kiel Canal slices a 61-mile man made path through the German countryside. Balmoral will sail slowly along the canal enabling guests to relax and enjoy views of the lush green countryside, and collections of interesting villages and towns that flank the still waters. Maritime enthusiasts will delight in the sheer volume and sizes of the vessels navigating the busy waterway too.
Tour to the Mayer Werft Shipyard
For those with a keen interest in engineering or maritime, a visit to the Mayer Werft shipyard is a must. Founded in 1795, the shipyard has been family owned ever since. You’ll be shown round the impressive exhibition by a knowledgeable local guide, taking in ship models, multimedia productions and original components, before finishing on the panoramic gallery of the largest indoor shipbuilding halls in Europe.
Life On Board
Introducing Balmoral
Beautiful Balmoral is small enough to navigate some of Europe’s most picturesque waterways so guests can enjoy hours of scenic cruising. Balmoral retains a warm, civilised atmosphere and features comfortable accommodation, stylish restaurants and plenty of open deck space.
Balmoral
Beautiful Balmoral is small enough to navigate Europe’s most picturesque waterways so guests can enjoy hours of scenic cruising. Balmoral offers a warm, civilised atmosphere and features comfortable accommodation, stylish restaurants and plenty of open-deck space.
Our Signature Experiences
To make your experience even more special, our Journey Planners have designed a unique programme of Signature Experiences which will allow you to discover real insights about the culture and nature of the places we are visiting, so you can arrive in each destination fully prepared to get the most out of your visit.
We have carefully curated a programme of events to give you a deeper understanding of each of the destinations you will be visiting
Our Scenic Discoveries are designed to allow you to enjoy seeing the world from the unique perspective of our ships
Maritime is in our DNA - our history in shipping goes back almost 200 years
There’s very little in the natural world more beautiful than a clear night sky, sunrise or sunset seen at sea
We love to bring a taste of the region's food, drink, local tastes and culinary traditions to life on board
Cabins, Prices & Offers
Cabin Options On Your Cruise
* Prices correct as of 12:00 28/03/2023, based on the lowest available Cruise Only fare, and on two people sharing a twin cabin. Please call 0800 035 5130 for live availability & prices.
* Prices correct as of 12:00 28/03/2023, based on the lowest available Cruise Only fare, and on sole occupancy. Please call 0800 035 5130 for live availability & prices.
Cabin Grades
Balcony Junior Suite (BJ)
Balmoral's Balcony Junior Suites have a large cabin area and private balcony
| Freedom Fare | From £2,399 pp |
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Balcony Cabin (BA)
Located on Deck 8 & 9, Balcony Cabins have a private balcony and spacious cabin area
| Freedom Fare | From £2,199 pp |
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Superior Ocean View (A)
Higher on the ship, these cabins offer views from large picture windows.
| Freedom Fare | From £1,699 pp |
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Superior Interior Cabin (G)
G Grade Superior Inside cabins on Balmoral are perfect for a relaxing cruise
| Freedom Fare | From £999 pp |
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Single Balcony Cabin (J)
On Lido Deck 8, Balmoral's J Grade Balcony cabins have a picture window
| Freedom Fare | From £3,499 pp |
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Balcony Junior Suite (BJ)
Balmoral's Balcony Junior Suites have a large cabin area and private balcony
| Freedom Fare | From £4,798 |
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Balcony Cabin (BA)
Located on Deck 8 & 9, Balcony Cabins have a private balcony and spacious cabin area
| Freedom Fare | From £4,398 |
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Superior Ocean View (A)
Higher on the ship, these cabins offer views from large picture windows.
| Freedom Fare | From £3,398 |
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360°