What is included in the cruise fare?

Standard cruise fares include your cabin, onboard meals at main dining venues, most non-specialty entertainment, use of pools and common facilities, and transport between ports of call. Gratuities, specialty dining, alcoholic drinks, shore excursions and onboard spa services are typically billed separately.

How far in advance should I book this cruise?

For popular sailings, booking 6–12 months ahead typically gives the best cabin selection and fares. Last-minute discounts can appear 30–60 days before departure when the cruise line wants to fill remaining cabins on Balmoral.

What documents do I need to board?

Most international itineraries require a passport valid for at least six months beyond your return date. Closed-loop sailings that depart and return to the same U.S. port from Southampton, UK may accept a government-issued photo ID plus a certified birth certificate for U.S. citizens — always verify with the cruise line.

Can I change or cancel my booking?

Change and cancellation policies depend on Fred Olsen Cruise Lines's fare type and how close you are to departure. Refundable deposits typically allow changes up to the final-payment date without penalty; closer to sailing, cancellation fees scale up. Review the specific fare rules before booking.

What is a 14-night cruise like?

A 14-night cruise balances relaxing sea days with active port days. You can expect a mix of onboard programming — dining, entertainment, spa and fitness — and multiple shore excursions from Balmoral. Pack for both formal nights and casual deck days.

Balmoral 14-night In Search of the Northern Lights from Southampton, UK, Feb 28, 2027

Fred Olsen Cruise Lines · Balmoral · Feb 28, 2027 – Mar 14, 2027

Visit Southampton, UK, Alesund, Cross Arctic Circle, Cruising Ofotfjord, Narvik, Nordland and 7 more ports

Departure Southampton, UK

Return Southampton, UK

Duration 14 Nights

Itinerary

Day 1

Southampton, UK Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 2

At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 3

At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 4

Alesund Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 5

Cross Arctic Circle Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 6

Cruising Ofotfjord Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 6

Narvik, Nordland Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 7

Narvik, Nordland Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 8

Cruise Tjeldsundet Strait Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 8

Harstad, Norway Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 9

Sortland, Vesterålen, Norway Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 10

Torghatten (Hat Mountain) Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 10

View Seven Sisters Mountain Range Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 11

Trondheim, Norway Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 12

Molde Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 13

At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 14

At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 15

Southampton, UK Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM

Ports of Call

Southampton, UK
Alesund
Cross Arctic Circle
Cruising Ofotfjord
Narvik, Nordland
Cruise Tjeldsundet Strait
Harstad, Norway
Sortland, Vesterålen, Norway
Torghatten (Hat Mountain)
View Seven Sisters Mountain Range
Trondheim, Norway
Molde

About This Cruise

14-night Fred Olsen Cruise Lines Balmoral cruise from Southampton, UK to Alesund, Cross Arctic Circle, Cruising Ofotfjord and Narvik, Nordland Compare…

Cruise Line Fred Olsen Cruise Lines

Ship Balmoral

Frequently asked questions

What is included in the cruise fare?: Standard cruise fares include your cabin, onboard meals at main dining venues, most non-specialty entertainment, use of pools and common facilities, and transport between ports of call. Gratuities, specialty dining, alcoholic drinks, shore excursions and onboard spa services are typically billed separately.
How far in advance should I book this cruise?: For popular sailings, booking 6–12 months ahead typically gives the best cabin selection and fares. Last-minute discounts can appear 30–60 days before departure when the cruise line wants to fill remaining cabins on Balmoral.
What documents do I need to board?: Most international itineraries require a passport valid for at least six months beyond your return date. Closed-loop sailings that depart and return to the same U.S. port from Southampton, UK may accept a government-issued photo ID plus a certified birth certificate for U.S. citizens — always verify with the cruise line.
Can I change or cancel my booking?: Change and cancellation policies depend on Fred Olsen Cruise Lines's fare type and how close you are to departure. Refundable deposits typically allow changes up to the final-payment date without penalty; closer to sailing, cancellation fees scale up. Review the specific fare rules before booking.
What is a 14-night cruise like?: A 14-night cruise balances relaxing sea days with active port days. You can expect a mix of onboard programming — dining, entertainment, spa and fitness — and multiple shore excursions from Balmoral. Pack for both formal nights and casual deck days.