L261718 - Coach Transfer Information

L261718 - Coach Transfer Information

We’re looking forward to welcoming you onboard Balmoral for your Scenic Shores of Scotland & Ireland cruise from Newcastle.

For Guests who have booked coach transfers,  this page is designed to provide the information you need.
If you wish to book the transfer, please call our Guest Services team, find their details here

Your Coach Transfer from Rosyth
Date: 18 June 2026
Please find the key details below:
  1. You’ll disembark Balmoral at Rosyth, where our team will be on hand to guide you to a coach
  2. Your luggage will be laid out in the baggage hall ready for you to collect. Once you have everything, please make your way to the coaches.
  3. Our porters will be on hand to assist with loading your luggage onto the coach.
  4. Coaches are scheduled to depart at around 8:00am and 8:30am
  5. The journey back to Newcastle (Port of Tyne) is expected to take around 4 hours, depending on traffic
  6. All coaches are fitted with toilet facilities
  7. There will be a short comfort break during the journey
Arrival at the Port of Tyne (Newcastle)
Your coach will arrive at:
  1. Port of Tyne International Passenger Terminal, NE29 6EE
  2. The coach driver will assist with unloading your luggage from the coach
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 And finally from us:
• Your Cruise Ticket will be sent to you three weeks before your check‑in day.
• Your luggage labels will arrive by post approximately two weeks before you set sail.

With warm regards,
Your Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines Team

 



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