Signature highlights
Balmoral is designed for scenic cruising and can navigate the Kiel Canal, parts of the River Seine and selected Norwegian fjords. Her smaller scale also allows closer docking at some destinations than larger cruise ships.
Balmoral
Balmoral is a 1,275-guest Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines cruise ship, in service since 1988. This page lists 86 upcoming departures across 86 itineraries in Mediterranean, day by day and port by port. Its live AIS position is plotted on the map below and refreshed through the day.
Balmoral at a glance
Ship size
Bigger than 57%
A small ship at 43,537 gross tons — #238 of 565 ships we track. 34 tons of ship per guest.
Live Position ● 25 minutes ago
Heading to: Savona
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Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.
About Balmoral
Balmoral is Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ smallest ocean-going ship, offering an intimate alternative to today’s mega-ships. Built in 1988 as Crown Odyssey and lengthened before joining Fred. Olsen, she carries 1,275 guests at standard occupancy in 710 cabins. Her compact size allows scenic cruising through waterways such as the Kiel Canal and River Seine, while wide open decks, classic public rooms and attentive service suit travelers who prefer a traditional cruise atmosphere.
Ship at a Glance
- Operator
- Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
- Builder / shipyard
- Meyer Werft, Papenburg, Germany
- Registry / flag
- Bahamas (confirmed by the ship’s AIS identity)
- Call sign
- C6II4
- IMO number
- 8506294
- MMSI
- 308785000
- Draft
- 7.1 m
- Previous names
- Crown Odyssey; Norwegian Crown; Crown Odyssey; Norwegian Crown
Onboard Experience
Dining
Dining includes the Ballindalloch main restaurant, buffet dining at Thistle Restaurant and additional specialty and casual venues. Fred. Olsen describes five restaurants and emphasizes changing menus, regional dishes and attentive table service.
Entertainment
Entertainment includes the Neptune Lounge theatre, live shows, lounges, bars, a library, card room and scheduled enrichment activities. The ship also provides Wi-Fi and broad open-deck areas for scenic viewing.
Staterooms & suites
The 710 cabins include inside, ocean-view, balcony and single options, along with larger suites. Upper-deck suites offer separate living areas, balconies and enhanced amenities.
For families
Balmoral offers pools, outdoor spaces, sports facilities, a golf net and a range of activities suitable for multigenerational travelers. It is oriented more toward relaxed traditional cruising than large-scale family resort entertainment.
Pools, spa & wellness
Facilities include the Atlantis Spa, fitness centre, two swimming pools and four outdoor whirlpools. Spa and wellness services are available alongside open-deck spaces for relaxation.
Accessibility
The current operator page does not provide a complete accessibility specification. Passengers with mobility, medical or cabin-access requirements should confirm suitability directly with Fred. Olsen before booking.
Environmental features
A December 2024 dry-dock programme included hull maintenance, silicone antifouling paint, new propellers and bow-thruster work intended to improve fuel efficiency. The programme also upgraded onboard Wi-Fi and refreshed selected public areas and cabins.
Where Balmoral sails, month by month
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| Mediterranean | 9 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 4 |
| Northern Europe | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 2 |
Ports it visits most
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Itineraries & Sailings
Ports of Call
Next: Nov 2, 2027
1 upcoming departure
Ports of Call
Next: Nov 2, 2027
1 upcoming departure
Ports of Call
Next: Nov 23, 2027
1 upcoming departure
Ports of Call
Next: Dec 22, 2026
1 upcoming departure
All 86 itineraries and their departure dates
- A Taste of Spain & Portugal 14 Mar 2027
- Adriatic & Eastern Mediterranean Discovery 19 Oct 2026
- Adriatic & Greek Islands with Egypt & Turkey 19 Oct 2026
- Adriatic Coastlines & Cultures 2 Nov 2027
- Adriatic, Greek Islands & Turkish Riviera 2 Nov 2027
- Ancient Wonders of Turkey, Greece & Egypt 23 Nov 2027
- Autumn Fjords of Norway 21 Sep 2027
- Belgium & France with the River Seine 6 Feb 2028
- Canaries Christmas & Funchal Fireworks 22 Dec 2026
- Canaries Christmas & Mediterranean Cities 22 Dec 2027
- Canaries Escape with the Fleet Fiesta 30 Nov 2026
- Canary Islands & Madeira Winter Warmth 6 Jan 2027
- Canary Islands & Madeira Winter Warmth 2 Feb 2027
- Canary Islands Christmas & New Year 22 Dec 2027
- Canary Islands, Madeira & the Solar Eclipse 24 Jan 2028
- Capitals & Cultures of Scandinavia 22 Apr 2027
- Coast of Cornwall & the Isles of Scilly 28 Aug 2027
- Coastal Beauty of Britain & Ireland 14 Jun 2028
- Coastal Charms of France, Spain & Portugal 30 Jun 2028
- Coastal Gems & Culture of Ireland 2 Jun 2027
- Colours & Cultures of Morocco 16 Feb 2027
- Countries & Cultures of Northern Europe 2 Sep 2027
- Country-Hopping from Greece to Tenerife 19 Nov 2026
- Croatia, Greece, Turkey & the Canaries 19 Oct 2026
- Culture & Coastline of Italy 2 Apr 2027
- Cyprus, Turkey & Egypt Escape 9 Nov 2026
- Discovering the Baltic with the Kiel Canal 28 Jun 2027
- Discovering the Islands of Arctic Norway 18 May 2027
- Exploring the Greek Islands 29 Oct 2026
- Festive France & Belgium 10 Dec 2026
- Fjords of Norway & River Cities of France 11 Jul 2027
- Fjords, Mountains & Waterfalls of Norway 11 Jul 2027
- France & Belgium Easter Break 25 Mar 2027
- France with Bordeaux & the River Seine 19 Jul 2027
- From the Mediterranean to the Canaries for Christmas & New Year 5 Dec 2027
- German Christmas Markets 16 Dec 2026
- Greek Islands & Adriatic Coastlines 26 Oct 2027
- Greek Islands & Turkish Riviera 14 Nov 2027
- Greek Islands with Egypt, Turkey & Morocco 29 Oct 2026
- Greek Islands, Adriatic & Turkish Riviera 26 Oct 2027
- Hidden Gems of the Mediterranean & Adriatic 3 Apr 2028
- Iconic Cities of the Mediterranean 3 Jan 2028
- Iconic Islands & Ancient Wonders of the Mediterranean 23 Nov 2027
- Iconic Islands of the Mediterranean 5 Dec 2027
- In Search of the Northern Lights 28 Feb 2027
- Islands & Bays of Croatia & Greece 19 Oct 2026
- Islands of Bermuda, Bahamas & Puerto Rico 13 Feb 2028
- Islands of the Mediterranean 16 Oct 2027
- Mediterranean & Canary Islands Warmth 19 Nov 2026
- Mediterranean Icons 9 Nov 2026
- Mediterranean Island Hopping 16 Oct 2027
- Mediterranean Islands & Adriatic Coastlines 16 Oct 2027
- Mediterranean Islands & Spanish Shores 5 Dec 2027
- Mediterranean, Canaries & the Solar Eclipse 3 Jan 2028
- Mediterranean, Canaries Christmas & the Solar Eclipse 22 Dec 2027
- Mountains, Waterfalls & Fjords of Norway 23 Jun 2028
- Mountains, Waterfalls & Fjords of Norway 3 Jun 2028
- Norwegian Fjords Bank Holiday Break 28 May 2027
- Norwegian Fjords Bank Holiday Break 29 Apr 2027
- Rivers, Harbours & Vineyards of France 12 Sep 2027
- Rivieras & Islands of the Mediterranean 30 Sep 2027
- Scenic Fjords of Norway 11 Jun 2027
- Scenic Gems of Croatia with the Bay of Kotor 19 Oct 2026
- Scenic Greek Island Hopping 26 Oct 2027
- Scenic Greek Islands with Turkey & Egypt 29 Oct 2026
- Scenic Norwegian Fjords 4 May 2028
- Scenic Rivieras & Mediterranean Islands 7 Oct 2027
- Scenic Rivieras & Mediterranean Islands 7 Oct 2027
- Scenic Rivieras of France & Italy 7 Oct 2027
- Scenic Shores & Ancient Wonders of the Mediterranean 2 Nov 2027
- Scenic Shores of Ireland 27 May 2028
- Scenic Summertime Norwegian Fjords 18 Aug 2027
- Scenic Summertime Scottish Isles 8 Aug 2027
- Southern Spain & Portugal Winter Warmth 20 Jan 2027
- Southern Spain with Canaries Christmas & New Year 13 Dec 2027
- Spain & Portugal Autumn Warmth 30 Sep 2027
- Spain Siesta & the Solar Eclipse 28 Jul 2027
- Spain, Portugal & the Rivieras of France & Italy 30 Sep 2027
- Springtime Charms of France 27 Apr 2028
- Sunlit Shores of Southern Spain 13 Dec 2027
- Sunlit Shores of Spain, Portugal & Gibraltar 4 May 2027
- Turkey & the Islands of the Canaries & Greece 29 Oct 2026
- Vineyards & Harbours of France 18 Jun 2027
- Volcanic Islands of the Azores & Madeira 13 May 2028
- Wonders of Greece, Turkey & Egypt 14 Nov 2027
- Wonders of the Mediterranean 9 Nov 2026
All Upcoming Departures
Balmoral FAQ
What flag does Balmoral sail under?
Balmoral is registered in Bahamas.
How many passengers does Balmoral hold?
Balmoral carries about 1,275 guests with roughly 590 crew.
How old is Balmoral?
Balmoral entered service in 1988 and was last refurbished in 2024.
How big is Balmoral?
At 43,537 gross tons and 219 m long, Balmoral is a small ship — larger than 57% of the 565 cruise ships cruises.to tracks.