Fri 2nd - Tue 20th April: Culture & Coastline of Italy
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From £2,499
Early spring brings longer, warmer days and fewer crowds to Italy, allowing you to enjoy its charm and culture in comfort before the peak season heat and bustle. No visit would be complete without savouring the country's world-famous cuisine from sipping espresso at an al fresco café and cooling off with creamy gelato to tasting fresh focaccia in Liguria and a glass of light Vermentino in a Sardinian piazza. Two days in La Spezia offer time to discover Cinque Terre's pastel-coloured cliffside villages at a relaxed pace, while Civitavecchia is your gateway to Rome's icons, including the Colosseum. Elsewhere, enjoy a call into Menorca, where only smaller ships can dock, and watch the scenery slip by as you sail away through the island's narrow harbour.
Cruise Code: L2708
Sail from Southampton
| Grade B | Grade C | Grade D | Grade F | Grade I |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Superior Ocean View | Superior Ocean View | Ocean View | Ocean View | Interior Cabin |
| £3,899 | £3,749 | £3,399 | £3,049 | £2,499 |
*Note: Prices are per person based on double occupancy unless otherwise stated. For single occupany prices please contact us. Once our allocation is sold, prices will be given on an ad hoc basis.*
Fri 2nd April 2027
Southampton, UK
Sat 3rd - Mon 5th
3 Days Sailing
Tue 6th April 2027
Cadiz, Spain
Wed 7th - Thu 8th
2 Days Sailing
Fri 9th - Sat 10th
La Spezia, Italy
Sun 1th Apirl 2027
Civitavecchia (For Rome) Italy
Mon 12th April 2027
Olbia, Italy
Tue 13th April 2027
Alghero, Italy
Wed 14th April 2027
Mahon, Spain
Thu 15th - Fri 16th
2 Days Sailing
Sat 17th April 2027
Matosinhos, Portugal
Sun 18th - Mon 19th
2 Days Sailing
Tue 20th April 2027
Southampton, UK
Balmoral is named after the Scottish residence of the British Royal Family. 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 a superb array of entertainment on offer throughout the day, from lectures and hobby classes to live cabaret and comedians, you will find lots to do during your time on board. Balmoral is small enough to navigate size-restricted waterways providing fantastic scenic cruising opportunities, and retains the warm, intimate and friendly atmosphere that the Fred. Olsen fleet is renowned for.
Door to Door Service from your home
Return coach transfers to Port of embarkation
Comfortable cabins and suites with climate control, interactive smart TV, hairdryer, desk, phone, food and drink cooler (which can be stocked as a mini-bar), and tea and coffee making facilities
Delicious full-board dining every day throughout your cruise with five course à la carte dinners, casual breakfasts and self-serve dining, afternoon tea with sandwiches and cakes, and late-night snacks
Selected house beer (by the glass), selected red, white and rosé wine (by the glass), and draught soft drinks, included with lunch and dinner. Non-alcoholic options are also available
Self-service tea and coffee in selected venues
Complimentary Room Service
Evening entertainment featuring cabaret shows, live music and dancing
Enrichment lectures and talks, including local experts on cruises longer than two nights
Access to leisure facilities, including swimming pools, Jacuzzis and Fitness Centre, plus a selection of fitness classes
A wide range of daytime activities, including talks and demonstrations
Complimentary shuttle service when a port is over one mile from your ship
All UK port taxes and fees, where collectable in advance
Satisfaction Guarantee for your peace of mind
Gratuities
Important Information:
Passports are required for travel.
Cruise insurance is required for travel.
A deposit of 20% of the booking total is due upon booking, with final payment due 20 weeks before departure.
Departure and Return times will be confirmed in your final information 7-15 days before departure.
A smaller vehicle such as MPV may be used to transfer to port depending on number of guests.
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Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
| Name | Address |
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| Henley in Arden Depot | Park & Ride, Johnsons Depot Liveridge House Liveridge Hill, Henley in Arden |
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