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 Alicante, Spain 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 26-night cruise like?

A 26-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 26-night Scenic Rivieras & Mediterranean Islands from Alicante, Spain, Oct 7, 2027

Fred Olsen Cruise Lines · Balmoral · Oct 07, 2027 – Nov 02, 2027

Visit Alicante, Spain, Mahon, Menorca, La Spezia, Italy, Villefranche, France, Toulon, France and 14 more ports

Departure Alicante, Spain

Return Piraeus (Athens), Greece

Duration 26 Nights

Itinerary

Day 1

Alicante, Spain Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 2

Alicante, Spain Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 3

Mahon, Menorca Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 4

At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 5

La Spezia, Italy Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 6

Villefranche, France Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 7

Toulon, France Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 8

Ajaccio, Corsica Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 9

At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 10

Alicante, Spain Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 11

Ibiza Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 12

At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 13

Propriano, Corsica Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 14

Golfo Aranci, Sardinia Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 15

Cruise Amalfi Coast Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 16

Cruising by Stromboli Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 16

Milazzo, Sicily, Italy Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 17

Valletta Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 18

At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 19

Souda Bay, Crete Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 20

Piraeus (Athens), Greece Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 21

Piraeus (Athens), Greece Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 22

Ermoupoli, Greece Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 23

Kos Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 24

Agios Nikolaos, Crete Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 25

Agios Nikolaos, Crete Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 26

Cruise by Thira, Santorini Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 27

Piraeus (Athens), Greece Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM

Ports of Call

Alicante, Spain
Mahon, Menorca
La Spezia, Italy
Villefranche, France
Toulon, France
Ajaccio, Corsica
Ibiza
Propriano, Corsica
Golfo Aranci, Sardinia
Cruise Amalfi Coast
Cruising by Stromboli
Milazzo, Sicily, Italy
Valletta
Souda Bay, Crete
Piraeus (Athens), Greece
Ermoupoli, Greece
Kos
Agios Nikolaos, Crete
Cruise by Thira, Santorini

About This Cruise

26-night Fred Olsen Cruise Lines Balmoral cruise from Alicante, Spain to Mahon, Menorca, La Spezia, Italy, Villefranche, France and Toulon, France…

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 Alicante, Spain 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 26-night cruise like?: A 26-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.