Your cruise at a glance
Hand-crafted highlights
Uncover Turkey's grand, ornate landmarks and traditional way of life on this sailing that’s timed for pleasant weather and fewer crowds than in the peak summer season. In Istanbul, you can marvel at the iconic Hagia Sophia and immerse yourself in the sights, scents and sounds of the bustling markets, brimming with fragrant spices, vibrant colours and locals bartering. The hidden gem of Bodrum offers a beautiful contrast to this iconic city, adding an exciting dimension to your itinerary. Connect with Turkish culture by sampling tea, savouring delicious meze, rejuvenating in soothing hammams, and exploring lively bazaars. Time at sea is set to be equally rewarding, with scenic cruising through Valletta's Grand Harbour at sunrise and sailing by Kilitbahir Castle, illuminated at night.
Explore the ItineraryHighlights
Explore Ornate Turkish Landmarks
This itinerary has been meticulously crafted to include destinations which will allow you to uncover ornate Turkish landmarks. In Istanbul, you can explore the Byzantine marvel that is Hagia Sophia, an architectural wonder that has served as a church, mosque and museum, and the iconic Blue Mosque, an example of Ottoman opulence adorned with exquisite blue tiles and grand domes which dominate Istanbul’s skyline. The waterfront Dolmabahce Palace, known for its ornate interiors, Topkapi Palace and the majestic Süleymaniye Mosque also await exploration.
Experience the Turkish way of life
Throughout this cruise, you will have ample opportunity to immerse yourself in the Turkish way of life. In Istanbul, you can explore the Grand Bazaar, one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world, with 61 covered streets and over 4,000 shops, and sample locally produced Turkish kebabs. Visit a Turkish bath, or Hammam, which offers a unique bathing experience combining cleansing, relaxation and socialising, or experience the Turkish tea culture. Representing hospitality, tradition and community, it holds a significant place in the country’s social fabric. Tea houses, known as çay evi, are popular meeting places where people gather to socialise, play games and engage in conversation over glasses of tea.
Fly cruising with Fred. Olsen is easy
A fly cruise with Fred. Olsen is the perfect way to discover some of Europe’s most beautiful locations. With flights into the heart of your chosen destination, you can begin exploring straight away.
Fight information, times and dates will be available to view online by logging into your My Cruises account.
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Regional flight(s) from London or Manchester included
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One piece of hold baggage and one piece of cabin luggage included
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Dedicated Fred. Olsen representatives to guide and assist you at overseas airports
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Transfer(s) to/from the ship included
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Once through customs on outbound flights, your luggage will be taken from your transfer vehicle and then delivered straight to your cabin
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Enjoy peace of mind that your ship will wait for you in the unlikely event of a flight or transfer delay
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Fly from UK to Greece
Includes transfer to Balmoral
Embark in Rhodes, Greece
Disembark in Málaga, Spain
Fly from Spain to UK
Includes transfer from BalmoralCabins, Prices & Offers
Cabin Options On Your Cruise
Please call our Reservations Team for latest pricing and availability.
What's Included
SO MUCH ALREADY INCLUDED
To make your journey even more special, we include so much as standard on board our cruises. Flights from London Heathrow, London Stansted or Manchester are also included in your Fly-Cruise price. For flights options from your local airport at a supplement, simply call our friendly Reservations Team on 0800 0355 144 for prices, or ask your Travel Agent to contact us.
Dining & Lounges
- À la carte breakfast, lunch & dinner
- Daily casual dining options
- Late night Supper Club
- Afternoon tea
- Self-service tea & coffee
- In-cabin dining & snacks
Treats & Pastimes
- Evening shows
- Live music & dancing
- Dance classes
- Lectures & talks
- Cookery demonstrations
- Traditional deck games
- Daily games & quizzes
Relaxation & Fitness
- Swimming Pools
- Jacuzzis
- Fitness Centre
- Fitness Classes
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.
Your Cruise, Your Way
Whether you prefer a peaceful spot with a good book or a full day of activities and entertainment, life on board offers plenty of choice, all in the warm, welcoming atmosphere of our smaller ships. Just check your Daily Times each day for full details.
Enhance your cruise
Each of our cruises has been carefully designed for you to get the very best out of your time on board; and now you can enhance your cruise to make it even more special.
Need Some Help?
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The handy checklist below has been created to assist in making sure you remember all the important things to pack for your cruise.
Visa and health requirements can change at any time. It is your own responsibility to ensure that you check with a professionally qualified source and comply with such requirements. UK passport holders will need visas for certain Fred. Olsen cruise holidays and will be advised at the time of booking. Your cruise booking information will also detail any requirements applicable to your holiday.
On certain sailings we offer two types of cruise fares; Freedom and Saver Fares.
Our single guests feel right at home on board our ships; Fred. Olsen have the reputation of sailing the friendliest fleet afloat.
Disembarking when your ship's at anchor is a very different experience to when it's docked portside. Getting ashore in this instance often involves the use of the ship's tender, which is accessed via the steps of a secure gangway.