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German Christmas Markets Balmoral · departs Wed 16 Dec 2026 · 6 nights from Southampton
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines · Balmoral · 6 nights · from Southampton · 16 Dec 2026
6 nights on Balmoral from Southampton, departing Wed 16 Dec 2026 and calling at Hamburg and Honfleur. From £999 per person (Ocean View), price checked 8 Nov 2026.
- Sails
- Wed 16 Dec 2026 · in 38 days
- Returns
- Tue 22 Dec 2026
- Duration
- 6 nights
- Departs
- Southampton
- Ship
- Balmoral
- Cruise line
- Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
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Price from
£999 per person
Cabin: Ocean View
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Price checked 8 Nov 2026 against the cruise line's page. Prices and availability change daily and are confirmed by Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines when you book. Booked direct with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines · ABTA member W0637 (insolvency bond) · cruise-only: you arrange travel to the port.
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines says:Cruise to Germany to enjoy the Christmas Market in Hamburg, before cruising to France. Join Balmoral and sail down the size-restricted River Seine.
Highlights
- Explore Christmas markets in Hamburg and Honfleur
- Savour festive treats like glühwein, lebkuchen and bratwurst
- Enjoy an overnight stay in Hamburg to soak up the festive atmosphere
Itinerary
- 1 Southampton · England
- 2 Hamburg · Germany
- 3 Honfleur · France
- 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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Honfleur · France
Honfleur, a charming commune in northwestern France, offers historic attractions and scenic views within walking distance of the port.
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