Festive France & Belgium Balmoral · departs Thu 10 Dec 2026 · 6 nights from Southampton

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines · Balmoral · 6 nights · from Southampton · 10 Dec 2026

6 nights on Balmoral from Southampton, departing Thu 10 Dec 2026 and calling at Rouen and Zeebrugge. From £1,199 per person (Superior Ocean View), price checked 8 Nov 2026.

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Sails

Thu 10 Dec 2026 · in 32 days

Returns

Wed 16 Dec 2026

Duration

6 nights

Departs

Southampton

Ship

Balmoral

Cruise line

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines says:Cruise to France and Belgium near Christmas and explore Christmas markets, and sail along the River Seine, only possible on smaller ships.

Highlights

• Sail along the River Seine, only possible on smaller ships like Balmoral
• Explore Paris on a shore tour from Rouen or Bruges, from Zeebrugge
• Immerse yourself in the cosy atmopshere of Christmas Markets

Itinerary

1. 1 Southampton · England
2. 2 Rouen · France
3. 3 Zeebrugge · Belgium
4. 4 Southampton · England (return)

Ports in sailing order as published by Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines; sea days and scenic cruising not shown. Itineraries can change.

Ports on this cruise

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  Rouen · France

  Rouen is a port of call on this cruise — see the port page for the map and what is within reach of the terminal.

  8 things to do on a port day

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  Zeebrugge · Belgium

  Zeebrugge is Belgium's modern port and seaside resort, with access to Bruges' medieval landmarks and nearby attractions within walking distance.

  8 things to do on a port day