6 nightsFrom Southampton4 ports of call
Festive France & Belgium
Fred Olsen Cruise Lines · Balmoral
Overview
A 6-night voyage aboard Balmoral, departing Southampton on 10 Dec 2026 and returning to the same port, calling at 4 destinations along the way.
SouthamptonRouen, FranceZeebruggeSouthampton
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Itinerary
6 nights · 9 ports of call- 1
Day 1 ·Southampton, UKEmbark
10 Dec 2026Southampton offers fast and efficient check-in areas, spacious departure lounges with seating areas, café-bars and smart washrooms. If you wish to travel by car and park for the duration of your cruise, you can pay for and reserve parking in advance directly with the relevant company. Alternatively, if being dropped off or collected by taxi or private car, they can drive right up alongside the terminal building. - 2
Day 2 ·Seine River cruising
11 Dec 2026 - 2
Day 2 ·Rouen,France
11 Dec 2026The spire of the vast Gothic cathedral soars over a superbly restored medieval and Renaissance old town - Ruskin's 'labyrinth of delight'.
The city is rich in monuments and museums, with narrow pedestrianised streets lined by tall, half-timbered houses, and of course, the statue marking the spot where Joan of Arc was burnt at the stake. - 3
Day 3 ·Rouen,France
12 Dec 2026The spire of the vast Gothic cathedral soars over a superbly restored medieval and Renaissance old town - Ruskin's 'labyrinth of delight'.
The city is rich in monuments and museums, with narrow pedestrianised streets lined by tall, half-timbered houses, and of course, the statue marking the spot where Joan of Arc was burnt at the stake. - 4
Day 4 ·Rouen,France
13 Dec 2026The spire of the vast Gothic cathedral soars over a superbly restored medieval and Renaissance old town - Ruskin's 'labyrinth of delight'.
The city is rich in monuments and museums, with narrow pedestrianised streets lined by tall, half-timbered houses, and of course, the statue marking the spot where Joan of Arc was burnt at the stake. - 4
Day 4 ·Seine River Cruising
13 Dec 2026 - 5
Day 5 ·Zeebrugge, Belgium
14 Dec 2026The port for medieval Bruges, one of northern Europe's most picturesque old cities, whose ancient prosperity, founded on the cloth trade, is reflected in today's living tableau of history. Admire its ancient churches, ornate 13th century guildhalls, gabled merchants' houses, cobbled streets and peaceful canals. Climb the breathtaking (literally) belfry for its panoramic views. Shop for Bruges lace and Belgian chocolates - and check out the many tempting restaurants and cafes! - 6
Day 6 ·Zeebrugge, Belgium
15 Dec 2026The port for medieval Bruges, one of northern Europe's most picturesque old cities, whose ancient prosperity, founded on the cloth trade, is reflected in today's living tableau of history. Admire its ancient churches, ornate 13th century guildhalls, gabled merchants' houses, cobbled streets and peaceful canals. Climb the breathtaking (literally) belfry for its panoramic views. Shop for Bruges lace and Belgian chocolates - and check out the many tempting restaurants and cafes! - 7
Day 7 ·Southampton, UKDisembark
16 Dec 2026Southampton offers fast and efficient check-in areas, spacious departure lounges with seating areas, café-bars and smart washrooms. If you wish to travel by car and park for the duration of your cruise, you can pay for and reserve parking in advance directly with the relevant company. Alternatively, if being dropped off or collected by taxi or private car, they can drive right up alongside the terminal building.
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