L2636 - Update to Your Itinerary
Whilst your departure is still
some time away, we wanted to let you know about a change to your itinerary and
give you all the details as soon as possible.
What’s changed?
We’ve made two updates to your
itinerary:
- 2 November: Our overnight visit to Kavala will be replaced with Thessaloniki
- 5 November: Our planned visit to Samos will be replaced with a call to Kos
Why are we making these change?
We know how much this cruise
means to you, and we understand changes can feel disappointing. Please be
assured these adjustments have been made with your experience firmly in mind.
We’ve chosen Kos as Balmoral will
be able to dock alongside the pier, making it easier and more comfortable for
you to go ashore compared with Samos, which would have required tendering.
We’ve also selected Thessaloniki as it will offer a richer overall experience,
with more to see and do, allowing you to make the most of your time ashore.
Why have we chosen these
destinations?
Thessaloniki,
Greece’s second city, is rich in layers of history shaped by Greek, Roman,
Byzantine and Ottoman influences. Alongside its impressive ancient monuments,
it’s well known for its vibrant food scene and lively markets. With so much to
see and savour, even two days here may not feel quite long enough to uncover
everything it has to offer.
You’ll
still be able to explore the beautiful city of Kavala, either independently or
as part of an organised tour. The city is around a 90‑minute journey from
Thessaloniki.
Kos is a
beautiful Dodecanese island, best known as the birthplace of Hippocrates, the
father of modern medicine. Located in the southeastern Aegean Sea, close to the
coast of Bodrum in Turkey, the island blends Greek and Roman heritage with a
relaxed atmosphere. Long beaches, fascinating archaeological sites and a
vibrant local culture make it a wonderful place to explore at a gentle pace. We’re also pleased to confirm
our scenic cruising of Mount Athos remains unchanged.
Our
updated itinerary map:
Joining us on a fly cruise?
You can keep up to date with the latest information by
visiting our Help Centre, simply click
here
Travelling independently on a
cruise‑only booking? All the latest information you
need can be found here
We’ll keep these pages updated
and will be in touch closer to your crise with all the information you need.
Plan your cruise with our new
Help Centre:
Your on our Help Centre, designed to make planning your cruise even easier.
- Visit the Help Centre by clicking here
- See your formal nights and Colours and
Tastes menus by clicking here
A few helpful reminders:
- Your Journey Guide, which includes details of tours, experiences and your cruise, will be sent at least 12 weeks before you embark Balmoral.
- Your cruise ticket will be sent three weeks before your check‑in day.
- Your luggage labels will follow shortly after, arriving by post approximately two weeks before you set sail.
With warm regards,
Your Guest Experience Team
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
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