Cruise |
Balmoral, 21 Night Scenic Greek Islands with Turkey & Egypt ex Heraklion, Greece to Athens (Piraeus) Greece |
Cruise Line |
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines |
Ship |
Balmoral |
Destination |
EU Mediterranean |
Brief Description |
21 Night Cruise sailing from Heraklion, Greece onboard Balmoral |
Type of Cruise |
Contemporary |
Departure Date |
29 Oct 2026 |
Cruise Description |
This cruise to the Greek Islands offer stunning landscapes of olive groves and turquoise waters, paired with the distinctive flavours of ouzo and local honey. Join us on deck as Balmoral scenic cruises past the Temple of Poseidon at sunset and Mount Athos’ ancient monasteries, while in Lindos, explore its medieval town and Acropolis, Ermoupoli’s neoclassical charm and the scenic beauty of Crete and Samos. With fewer crowds and winter warmth, this journey visits a plethora of vibrant cities where cultures intertwine. Embark on a special tour to the Pyramids of Giza, stay overnight in Istanbul to explore Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace and browse markets from Limassol’s traditional stalls to Istanbul’s Grand Bazaar and Marmaris’ spice-filled souks. |
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Sailing Dates |
29 Oct 2026 |
Pricing |
Please enquire for pricing |
Cruise Itinerary
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Arrive |
Depart |
29 Oct 2026 |
Heraklion, Greece |
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30 Oct 2026 |
Heraklion, Greece |
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31 Oct 2026 |
Ermoupolis, Greece |
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1 Nov 2026 |
Temple Of Poseidon, Sounio, Greece |
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Passing |
1 Nov 2026 |
Tourlitis Lighthouse, Andros, Greece |
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Passing |
2 Nov 2026 |
Kavala, Greece |
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3 Nov 2026 |
Kavala, Greece |
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3 Nov 2026 |
Mt Athos, Greece |
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Passing |
4 Nov 2026 |
Lesvos (Mitilini), Greece |
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5 Nov 2026 |
Samos, Greece |
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6 Nov 2026 |
Rhodes, Greece |
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7 Nov 2026 |
At Sea |
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8 Nov 2026 |
Limassol, Cyprus |
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9 Nov 2026 |
Limassol, Cyprus |
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10 Nov 2026 |
At Sea |
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11 Nov 2026 |
At Sea |
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12 Nov 2026 |
Alexandria, Egypt |
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13 Nov 2026 |
At Sea |
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14 Nov 2026 |
Marmaris, Turkey |
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15 Nov 2026 |
At Sea |
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16 Nov 2026 |
Istanbul, Turkey |
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17 Nov 2026 |
Istanbul, Turkey |
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18 Nov 2026 |
At Sea |
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19 Nov 2026 |
Athens (Piraeus) Greece |
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All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.
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