Thursday, June 27, 2024
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Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has commenced its Scottish summer sailing season aboard the Balmoral. Today, this compact ship embarks on its inaugural cruise of the season from Rosyth, offering guests a captivating seven-night journey through the Norwegian Fjords.
Throughout June to August, Balmoral will navigate a diverse array of destinations, including the Baltic, the Scottish Isles, Iceland, and the islands of Portugal.
Clare Ward, Director of Product and Customer Service at Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, said:
“We are delighted to have returned to Rosyth for another busy cruising schedule for summer 2024.
“Guests joining us can look forward to a variety of cruises on board Balmoral where they can seek out native wildlife, witness spectacular natural phenomena and immerse in the local way of life.
“Opportunities in our hand-crafted itineraries include the opportunity to sail along the size-restricted Kiel Canal, witness thundering waterfalls and spurting geysers in Iceland and see beautiful hydrangeas when they’re in bloom in the Azores.”
Guests aboard can anticipate a variety of specially curated activities, including opportunities to observe marine wildlife alongside the conservation charity ORCA, indulge in authentic flavors from the destinations they’ll visit, and join an astronomer for stargazing sessions on deck.
Rob Mason, Head of Cruise at Capital Cruising, said:
“Our cruise season is well underway across Scotland, and we are excited to welcome Fred. Olsen’s summer cruises into the Port of Rosyth.
“Sailing into Rosyth offers the perfect regional location for travellers who can depart from here and cruise directly to many brilliant destinations across Europe and further afield.
“This year will be our busiest cruise season on the River Forth and we are seeing cruise holidays increase in popularity in Scotland each year.
“We would encourage anyone who has not tried a cruise holiday, to book one of the many brilliant travel itineraries that cruise lines like Fred. Olsen offer.”
Embark on Balmoral’s 11-night L2422 cruise ‘The Life and Landscapes of Iceland,’ departing from Rosyth on July 22, 2024, with prices starting from £1,299 per person.
Explore Iceland’s volcanic wonders, including the Snæfellsjökull Glacier
Marvel at thundering waterfalls and erupting geysers
Experience the thrill of encountering humpback whales on a dedicated whale-watching excursion
Itinerary: Depart from Rosyth, Scotland – Cruise past Duncansby Sea Stacks, Scotland – Navigate through Pentland Firth, Scotland – Visit Heimaey, Vestmannaeyjar, Iceland – Explore Reykjavík, Iceland – Discover Grundarfjörður, Iceland – Cruise by Hrísey, Iceland –Cruising Eyjafjörður, Iceland – Akureyri, Iceland – Husavik, Iceland – Tórshavn, Faroe Islands – Rosyth, Scotland
Embark on Balmoral’s five-night L2423 cruise ‘Summertime Norwegian Fjords in Five Nights,’ departing from Rosyth on August 2, 2024, with prices starting from £999 per person.
Immerse yourself in Norway’s natural splendor over five unforgettable nights
Cruise the tranquil waters of Nordfjord, Innvikfjord, and Lysefjord
Pass under Pulpit Rock and alongside the Hornelen sea cliff
Itinerary: Rosyth, Scotland – Olden, Norway – Cruise Nordfjord and Innvikfjord, Norway – Pass by Hornelen, Norway – Stavanger, Norway – Cruise Lysefjord, Norway – Rosyth, Scotland
Embark on Balmoral’s 15-night L2424 cruise ‘Portugal’s Islands in Search of the Meteor Shower,’ departing from Rosyth on August 7, 2024, with prices starting from £1,699 per person.
Explore the natural wonders of the Azores
Participate in marine life observation with ORCA aboard Balmoral
Witness the Perseid Meteor Shower and vibrant hydrangea blooms
Itinerary: Rosyth, Scotland – Praia da Vitoria, Azores – Horta, Azores – Ponta Delgada, Azores – Vila Franca Islet, Azores – Cruise Mouth of River Tagus, Belem Tower, and Discovery Monument, Portugal – Cruise by Cristo Rei and Abril 25 Bridge, Portugal – Lisbon, Portugal – Leixões, Portugal – Rosyth, Scotland
Embark on Balmoral’s one-night L2425 ‘One-Night Mini-Cruise,’ departing from Rosyth on August 22, 2024, with prices starting from £99 per person.
Experience a taste of Fred. Olsen’s intimate small-ship cruising
Indulge in delicious cuisine, entertainment, and attentive service
Unwind and savor the essence of ocean cruising aboard Balmoral
Itinerary: Rosyth, UK – Newcastle, UK
