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Ancient Wonders of Turkey, Greece & Egypt Cruise

  • Departure DateTue 23rd Nov 2027
  • Fred Olsen Cruise Lines Balmoral
  • 12 Night Cruise From Athens
  • Fly Cruise From £1,959 pp
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Itinerary

  • Athens
  • Istanbul
  • Kusadasi
  • Alexandria, Egypt
  • Heraklion
  • Athens

What's Included & Optional Extras

  • Wine, Beer & Soft Drinks Included with Lunch & Dinner - When Booking Freedom Fare
  • Gratuities Included
  • Upgrade to Premium Drinks from £40pp per day
  • October Flash Sale - Exclusive Additional Savings of up to £300 per couple - Quote Code SAVE

Prices from pp

TypeInteriorOcean ViewBalcony
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£1,959
£1,999
£3,079

Includes extra savings of up to £66pp
Single Fly Cruise prices available from £3,219
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Voyage Code: L2735

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Day 1 - Athens

Arrive: Tue 23 November 2027

The port of Piraeus brings you to Athens, one of the great names of antiquity, the city of Plato and Socrates, a cradle of Western civilisation and birthplace of democracy. You can step in to that history on the heights of the Acropolis with its glorious 2,500-years-old Parthenon dating from the Golden Age of Classical Greece. Below, in the heart of the city lies the ancient Plaka District's honeycomb of streets, little shops - and tavernas that come alive at night with the pulse of bouzouki.

Day 2 - Athens

Depart: Wed 24 November 2027

The port of Piraeus brings you to Athens, one of the great names of antiquity, the city of Plato and Socrates, a cradle of Western civilisation and birthplace of democracy. You can step in to that history on the heights of the Acropolis with its glorious 2,500-years-old Parthenon dating from the Golden Age of Classical Greece. Below, in the heart of the city lies the ancient Plaka District's honeycomb of streets, little shops - and tavernas that come alive at night with the pulse of bouzouki.

Day 3 - At Sea

Day 4 - Istanbul

Arrive: Fri 26 November 2027

Built on the shores of two continents and seat of successive Byzantine and Ottoman Empires for 1,500 years, Istanbul (the Constantinople of old) is a chaotic, cosmoplitan collision of East and West, past and present. Among its great wealth of monuments and landmarks are the ethereal Blue Mosque, glittering Topkapi Palace (once home of the sultans), vast Kapali Carsi (the world's largest covered bazaar) and the aromatic Egyptian Spice Market.

Day 5 - Istanbul

Depart: Sat 27 November 2027

Built on the shores of two continents and seat of successive Byzantine and Ottoman Empires for 1,500 years, Istanbul (the Constantinople of old) is a chaotic, cosmoplitan collision of East and West, past and present. Among its great wealth of monuments and landmarks are the ethereal Blue Mosque, glittering Topkapi Palace (once home of the sultans), vast Kapali Carsi (the world's largest covered bazaar) and the aromatic Egyptian Spice Market.

Day 6 - Cruise Dardanelles

Day 7 - Kusadasi

Arrive: Mon 29 November 2027

Ku?adasi is a beach resort town on Turkey’s western Aegean coast, and a gateway for the classical ruins at nearby Ephesus, one of the nation’s best preserved ancient cities. Numerous attractive cafes and restaurants scattered along palm-lined boulevards serving a variety of fresh seafood and local specialities add to the lively atmosphere of the town. For a slice of tranquillity many visit Ku?adasi’s various steam baths and the natural spas.

Day 8 - Kusadasi

Depart: Tue 30 November 2027

Ku?adasi is a beach resort town on Turkey’s western Aegean coast, and a gateway for the classical ruins at nearby Ephesus, one of the nation’s best preserved ancient cities. Numerous attractive cafes and restaurants scattered along palm-lined boulevards serving a variety of fresh seafood and local specialities add to the lively atmosphere of the town. For a slice of tranquillity many visit Ku?adasi’s various steam baths and the natural spas.

Day 9 - At Sea

Day 10 - Alexandria, Egypt

Arrive: Thu 02 December 2027 / Depart: Thu 02 December 2027

A Roman amphitheatre, ancient catacombs and the site of the great Pharos lighthouse recall distant glories, while the 19th century Montazah Palace - a former royal residence - and seafront boulevards reflect a more recent era. Alexandria exists in the land that gave birth to the first great civilisation.

Day 11 - At Sea

Day 12 - Heraklion

Arrive: Sat 04 December 2027 / Depart: Sat 04 December 2027

Capital of the ruggedly beautiful Crete, largest of the Greek Islands, whose ancient legends and history dates back 5,000 years to the Minoans, Europe's first civilisation. Here was born Zeus, king of the gods, and here at the site of Knossos was the fabled labyrinth where Theseus slew the Minotaur. Greeks, Romans, Byzantines, Venetians and Turks have all left their mark, and more recent monuments to the battles of World War II abound.

Day 13 - Athens

Arrive: Sun 05 December 2027 / Depart: Sun 05 December 2027

The port of Piraeus brings you to Athens, one of the great names of antiquity, the city of Plato and Socrates, a cradle of Western civilisation and birthplace of democracy. You can step in to that history on the heights of the Acropolis with its glorious 2,500-years-old Parthenon dating from the Golden Age of Classical Greece. Below, in the heart of the city lies the ancient Plaka District's honeycomb of streets, little shops - and tavernas that come alive at night with the pulse of bouzouki.

Balmoral From Fred Olsen Cruise Lines

Balmoral is named after the Scottish residence of the British Royal Family, and the Scottish theme runs throughout the main dining venues – the Ballindalloch, Avon and Spey – where guests can enjoy tantalising menus prepared by our expert chefs. Featuring 710 well-appointed rooms and suites and a selection of comfortable lounges, bars and inviting public areas, Balmoral provides guests with ample space in which to relax and share a memorable cruise experience with hundreds, not thousands, of fellow travellers. And, as our guests have come to expect, there is always an array of superb entertainment on offer throughout the day, from lectures and hobby classes to live cabaret and comedians, ensuring you can make the most of your time on board. Balmoral is small enough to navigate size-restricted waterways such as the Kiel Canal, providing fantastic scenic cruising opportunities, and retains the warm, intimate and friendly atmosphere that the Fred. Olsen fleet is renowned for.

Ship Cabins

2 Bedded Room

Interior Cabin

Guaranteed Interior Higher

This grade of cabin has an en-suite bathroom with shower, and an interactive television.

Guaranteed Interior Lower

This grade of cabin has an en-suite bathroom with shower, and an interactive television.

Interior Cabin

This room is approximately 160 square feet in size and can be found on Main Deck 6 and Atlantic Deck 5. It has a bathroom with shower. All rooms are non-smoking, have 24 hour room service and require a European 2 pin plug (220 volts).

Interior Cabin

This room is approximately 160 square feet in size and can be found on Atlantic Deck 5, Coral Deck 4 & Marina Deck 3 It has a bathroom with shower. All rooms are non-smoking, have 24 hour room service and require a European 2 pin plug (220 volts).

Interior Cabin

Interior Cabin

Interior Higher

Interior Higher

Interior Lower Grade

Interior lower grade cabin

Single Interior

Single Interior

Single Interior Room

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. All rooms are non-smoking, have 24 hour room service and require a European 2 pin plug (220 volts).

Superior Interior

Our Superior Interior Rooms are approximately 160 square feet in size and can be found on Lido Deck 8 and Bridge Deck 9. These rooms have a bathroom with bath and/or shower. 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.

Superior Single Inside Cabin

This room is approximately 160 square feet in size and can be found on Bridge Deck 9. It has a bath and/or shower. All rooms are non-smoking, have 24 hour room service and require a European 2 pin plug (220 volts).

Standard Cabin

Standard Cabin

Wheelchair Adapted

Wheelchair Adapted

Guaranteed Ocean View Higher

This grade of cabin has an en-suite bathroom with shower, and an interactive television.

Guaranteed Ocean View Lower

This grade of cabin has an en-suite bathroom with shower, and an interactive television.

Ocean View Cabin

Ocean View Cabin Note - Some Cabins may have restricted view.

Ocean View HIgher

Ocean View Cabins Enjoy natural light and views Picture windows bathe these cabins in natural light and offer wonderful scenic views. Superior Ocean View Lido deck, Atlantic deck, Coral deck Approx. 165 sq ft Twin or double bed Bath and/or shower Picture window Mini Bar / Food & Drink Cooler Superior Ocean View from £1,464pp Lido deck, Main deck Approx. 165 sq ft Twin or double bed Bath and/or step-in shower Picture window Mini Bar / Food & Drink Cooler 3 or 4 Berth Cabins Superior Ocean View Atlantic deck Approx. 165 sq ft Twin or double bed Bath and/or step-in shower Picture window Mini Bar / Food & Drink Cooler 3 or 4 Berth Cabins

Ocean View Lower

Ocean View Cabins Enjoy natural light and views Picture windows bathe these cabins in natural light and offer wonderful scenic views. Superior Ocean View Lido deck, Atlantic deck, Coral deck Approx. 165 sq ft Twin or double bed Bath and/or shower Picture window Mini Bar / Food & Drink Cooler Superior Ocean View from £1,464pp Lido deck, Main deck Approx. 165 sq ft Twin or double bed Bath and/or step-in shower Picture window Mini Bar / Food & Drink Cooler 3 or 4 Berth Cabins Superior Ocean View Atlantic deck Approx. 165 sq ft Twin or double bed Bath and/or step-in shower Picture window Mini Bar / Food & Drink Cooler 3 or 4 Berth Cabins

Picture Window Ocean View Cabin

In a D Grade Ocean View cabin on Balmoral, guests will benefit from ample space in which to relax, all the amenities they need during their stay, plus plenty of natural light and scenic views provided by the cabin's picture window. Deck: Atlantic Deck 5 & Coral Deck 4 Size: 165 square feet (approx.) Bedroom with twin beds and a chair* Bathroom with bath and/or shower Picture window

Picture Window Ocean View Cabin

In a E Grade Ocean View cabin on Balmoral, guests will benefit from ample space in which to relax, all the amenities they need during their stay, plus plenty of natural light and scenic views provided by the cabin's picture window. Deck: Coral Deck 4 Size: 165 square feet (approx.) Bedroom with twin beds and a chair* Bathroom with a shower Picture window

Porthole Ocean View Cabin

In addition to all the amenities needed for a comfortable, relaxing stay, the two porthole windows in Balmoral's F Grade Ocean View cabins also provide guests with plenty of soothing natural light and fantastic ocean views. Deck: Atlantic Deck 5, Coral Deck 4 & Marina Deck 3 Size: 165 square feet (approx.) Bedroom with twin beds and a chair Bathroom with a shower Two porthole windows

Single Ocean View

Ocean View Cabins Enjoy natural light and views Picture windows bathe these cabins in natural light and offer wonderful scenic views. Superior Ocean View Lido deck, Atlantic deck, Coral deck Approx. 165 sq ft Twin or double bed Bath and/or shower Picture window Mini Bar / Food & Drink Cooler Superior Ocean View from £1,464pp Lido deck, Main deck Approx. 165 sq ft Twin or double bed Bath and/or step-in shower Picture window Mini Bar / Food & Drink Cooler 3 or 4 Berth Cabins Superior Ocean View Atlantic deck Approx. 165 sq ft Twin or double bed Bath and/or step-in shower Picture window Mini Bar / Food & Drink Cooler 3 or 4 Berth Cabins

Single Ocean View Cabin

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. 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.

Single Ocean View Cabin

This room is approximately 140 square feet in size and can be found on Marina Deck 3. It has a porthole and a bathroom with shower. All rooms are non-smoking, have 24 hour room service and require a European 2 pin plug (220 volts).

Superior Ocean View

Ocean View Cabins Enjoy natural light and views Picture windows bathe these cabins in natural light and offer wonderful scenic views. Superior Ocean View Lido deck, Atlantic deck, Coral deck Approx. 165 sq ft Twin or double bed Bath and/or shower Picture window Mini Bar / Food & Drink Cooler Superior Ocean View from £1,464pp Lido deck, Main deck Approx. 165 sq ft Twin or double bed Bath and/or step-in shower Picture window Mini Bar / Food & Drink Cooler 3 or 4 Berth Cabins Superior Ocean View Atlantic deck Approx. 165 sq ft Twin or double bed Bath and/or step-in shower Picture window Mini Bar / Food & Drink Cooler 3 or 4 Berth Cabins

Superior Ocean View Cabin

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 a TV, mini fridge, 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 Cabin

Located on Atlantic Deck 5. Around 165 square feet, with a picture window; and have a bathroom with a shower or bath. All rooms are non-smoking, have 24 hour room service and require a European 2 pin plug (220 volts).

Superior Ocean View Cabin

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. All rooms are non-smoking, have 24 hour room service and require a European 2 pin plug (220 volts).

Superior Ocean View Fully Restricted

Superior Ocean View Fully Restricted

Superior Ocean View Single Cabin

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, a TV, mini fridge, telephone, safe and 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.

Balcony Cabin

This cabin is approximately 260 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. All cabins are non-smoking, have 24 hour room service and require a European 2 pin plug (220 volts). Smoking is permitted on cabin balconies

Balcony Cabin

Situated on Lido Deck 8 and Bridge Deck 9, Balmoral's Balcony Cabins feature a private balcony on which guests can enjoy the sunshine and scenery in their own outdoor space. Inside, the cabins are spacious and welcoming, and feature all the amenities needed for comfortable stay. Deck: Lido Deck 8 and Bridge Deck 9 Size: 248 - 260 square feet (approx.) Bedroom with twin or double bed Sitting area Bathroom with bath and/or step-in shower Private balcony Large windows

Superior Balcony

Best for scenic views Take in the scenery and sea air from a private outdoor space in one of our Balcony cabins Balcony Cabin from £2,024pp Bridge deck, Lido deck Approx. 260 sq ft Twin or double bed Bath and/or shower Picture window Mini Bar / Food & Drink Cooler

Superior Balcony Cabin

These cabins are approximately 248 square feet in size and can be found on Bridge Deck 9. These cabins have a balcony, bathroom with bath and/or shower. All cabins are non-smoking, have 24 hour room service and require a European 2 pin plug (220 volts). Smoking is permitted on cabin balconies.

Balcony Junior Suite

This suite is approximately 279 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. All cabins are non-smoking, have 24 hour room service and require a European 2 pin plug (220 volts). Smoking is permitted on cabin balconies. Please note, cabins 8057 and 8059 on Lido deck are equipped for use by disabled passengers.

Balcony Junior Suite

Suites The ultimate cruise experience Choose one of our Suites for the ultimate experience including your own private balcony Balcony Cabin from £2,024pp Balcony Junior Suite from £2,184pp Highland deck, Bridge deck, Lido deck Approx. 279 sq ft Twin or double bed Bath and/or shower Picture window Mini Bar / Food & Drink Cooler Bridge deck, Lido deck Approx. 260 sq ft Twin or double bed Bath and/or shower Picture window Mini Bar / Food & Drink Cooler

Junior Suite

A welcoming, comfortable space in which to enjoy a relaxing, restful stay, Balmoral's Balcony Junior Suites have all the amenities that guests need during their time on board, plus a private balcony for soaking up sunshine and scenery outside. Deck: Highland Deck 10, Bridge Deck 9 & Lido Deck 8 Size: 279 square feet (approx.) Bedroom with twin or double bed Sitting area Bathroom with bath and/or step-in shower Private balcony Large windows Guests benefit from complimentary Suite Dreams package

Marquee Suite

This suite is approximately 472 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. All cabins are non-smoking, have 24 hour room service and require a European 2 pin plug (220 volts). Smoking is permitted on cabin balconies.

Marquee Suite

Forward-facing suites offer floor-to-ceiling windows, a private balcony, a separate bedroom with a large bed, and a comfortable living area, providing a spacious, high-comfort retreat.

Owner's Suite

The spacious and tastefully decorated Owner's Suites on Balmoral are approximately 1181 square feet in size and are situated on Highland Deck 10. These suites feature all the amenities guests may need, with plenty of room, and a full length balcony, plus a few extra touches for a comfortable and memorable stay. Deck: Highland Deck 10 Size: 1181 square feet (approx.) Bedroom with twin or double bed Separate sitting area Separate dining area Bathroom with bath and shower Walk in wardrobe Private balcony with large table, chairs and sun loungers Large floor-to-ceiling windows Access to mini bar and fridge Guests benefit from complimentary Suite Dreams package

Premier Suite

This suite is approximately 601 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. All cabins are non-smoking, have 24 hour room service and require a European 2 pin plug (220 volts). Smoking is permitted on cabin balconies.

Premier Suite

Spacious, high-deck retreats on Highland Deck 10, featuring a separate bedroom (twin or double bed), a comfortable living area, and large floor-to-ceiling windows.

Single Balcony Suite

This suite is approximately 274 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. All cabins are non-smoking, have 24 hour room service and require a European 2 pin plug (220 volts). Smoking is permitted on cabin balconies. *Please note that some of the JB grades have 2 beds, but are sold as Single Balcony Suites.

Superior Suite

This suite is approximately 341 square feet in size and can be found on Highland Deck 10 & Bridge Deck 9. This suite has a bedroom with sitting area and a balcony. The bathroom has a bath and/or shower. All cabins are non-smoking, have 24 hour room service and require a European 2 pin plug (220 volts). Smoking is permitted on cabin balconies.

Superior Suite

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