Dover Fred. Olsen Balmoral Cruise Reviews

4.5 / 5.0
242 reviews
Northern lights
Photo Credit: Paulmac190
Northern lights
Photo Credit: Paulmac190
Narvik
Photo Credit: Paulmac190
Sunset
Photo Credit: Paulmac190
See all photos
Cruiser Rating
4.2
Very Good
19 reviews
Ratings by category
Cabins
Dining
Entertainment
Featured Review
Entertainment dated
"Dover is only 30 mins from us and this is the second time we have done a French river cruise as it’s so picturesque, however when we booked the cruise although it said ‘evening sailing’ it didn’t say that the ship was relocation from Southampton so embarkation wasn’t until 6pm!Firstly there was no picture board for the ents department, so you couldn’t see what bands or cabarets acts were on board, likewise the show company - it’s nice to know who’s who etc but the only photo was that of the cruise director (I cannot bring myself to say entertainments manager!..."Read More
basherdrummer avatar

basherdrummer

6-10 Cruises

Age 60s

Filters

1-10 of 19 Dover Fred. Olsen Balmoral Cruise Reviews


Entertainment dated

Review for a Europe River Cruise on Balmoral

User Avatar
basherdrummer
6-10 Cruises • Age 60s

Dover is only 30 mins from us and this is the second time we have done a French river cruise as it’s so picturesque, however when we booked the cruise although it said ‘evening sailing’ it didn’t say that the ship was relocation from Southampton so embarkation wasn’t until 6pm! For us embarkation day (usually from around midday) is a important as we love having lunch, exploring the ship and ...
Read More

Sail Date: September 2022

Cabin Type: Marquee Suite


Balmoral, ate Autumn cruise on the Seine, France

Review for a Europe - British Isles & Western Cruise on Balmoral

User Avatar
ES5331
10+ Cruises • Age 60s

First time with Fred Olsen and got a great saver deal. Sailing from Dover was so easy with excellent parking arrangements at the port and easy embarkation. This smaller ship is has a very friendly crew and staff. Excellent shows and entertainers in the bars and loung areas. Drinks and spa treatments are a reasonable price - much better than any other cruise line I have been with. Five course ...
Read More

Sail Date: October 2019

Cabin Type: Outside with Porthole


Norway

Review for a Norwegian Fjords Cruise on Balmoral

User Avatar
Harvey wall banger !
10+ Cruises • Age 70s

Having sailed with Fred before we decided to do the Norway ,Arrived Dover parked the old bus up, Check in seemed to take for ever with those above our deck taking preference on boarding, lots of old people over 60 if you catch my drift . One thing about Fred Olsen if it sank there are enough sticks on board you could build a raft and it is like a mortuary after 23.59 . Well her who is to be ...
Read More

Sail Date: May 2017

Cabin Type: Outside


A wonderful surprise and magnificent cruise.

Review for a Norwegian Fjords Cruise on Balmoral

User Avatar
troath
2-5 Cruises • Age 60s

Most pleasant cruise to date. My husband and I have just returned from a cruise to the Norwegian Fjords with Fred Olsen. In a nutshell, it was a joy from start to finish. The organisation getting everyone on the Balmoral was fantastic, and getting off was so simple. Many people have a fear of larger ships. The Balmoral accommodates 1400 passengers. But at no time did we feel crowded. There was ...
Read More

Sail Date: May 2017

Cabin Type: Inside

Traveled with children


Northern Spain on Balmoral

Review for a Europe - All Cruise on Balmoral

User Avatar
sjpo
10+ Cruises • Age 50s

Once upon a time I was working at a shipping agency in a South American port, when a brand-new ship come into port. It was the Crown Odyssey, which belonged to the Royal Cruise Line and we were appointed agents for four calls during February and March 1989. The ship impressed even the experienced pilots by its easy manoeuvrability. Visitors and passengers were also impressed by the then ...
Read More

Sail Date: May 2017

Cabin Type: Outside with Porthole


First timers with Fred

Review for a Norwegian Fjords Cruise on Balmoral

User Avatar
SimonCornes
2-5 Cruises • Age 60s

My partner saw the cruise advertised as a last minute deal via Iglu so it was booked on the Monday and we sailed the following Sunday. I have to say that both Iglu and Fred Olsen were brilliant. My other half had a 'significant' birthday on the Wednesday of the cruise and I told Fred. I thought I could maybe sort out a cake but I discussed it with the company and a very helpful young lady called ...
Read More

Sail Date: April 2017

Cabin Type: Outside with Porthole


Very good overall but disappointing drinks

Review for a Norwegian Fjords Cruise on Balmoral

User Avatar
Doc-Nexie
2-5 Cruises • Age 20s

On Saturday 30th April my partner and I travelled with Fred Olsen on Balmoral to Norway. My partner and I are in our early 20's, so much younger than most travellers. We found that the design of Balmoral was quite dated and feel that it could do with a make-over, new carpets, chairs etc. but no problems with the facilities so we couldn't complain. We arrived at Dover at 12pm (the times given ...
Read More

Sail Date: April 2017

Cabin Type: Superior Inside


Scenic cruise

Review for a Norwegian Fjords Cruise on Balmoral

User Avatar
Suespecs
2-5 Cruises • Age 60s

We chose this cruise because of the convenience of a Newcastle departure,we live in the north of England and wanted to avoid flying. Check in was easy and boarding was well organised. We had a cabin in the forward section on the 4th deck,lots of storage and kept nice and clean by housekeeping. When we sailed away the sun was shining and temperatures made us feel as if in the med ,not ...
Read More

Sail Date: April 2017


Portuguese Islands and Cities

Review for a Canary Islands Cruise on Balmoral

User Avatar
Parsman
10+ Cruises • Age 80s

I boarded the ship at Doper which is the most convenient cruise port for me. I parked my car in the port which efficiently organised. After check-in I boarded immediately and my luggage followed only a few minutes after. It was one of the quickest start to a cruise I have experienced and I have taken 40+ cruises. Our cruise took us to three of the islands in the Azores, Madeira, Lisbon and ...
Read More

Sail Date: September 2016

Cabin Type: Single Outside


Disappointed

Review for a Europe - British Isles & Western Cruise on Balmoral

User Avatar
Evenette
First Time Cruiser • Age 70s

Embarkation went smoothly. Entertainment team good. Meals in main restaurant good. Palms cafe under staffed and food ok. At times very unclear where soup, gravy was being served and under staffed, no clear direction. The lounge areas I felt were under staffed, on several occasions after waiting to be served then had to wait up to 15 mins or more for our drinks, which necessitated me having to ...
Read More

Sail Date: September 2016

Cabin Type: Superior Outside


Find a Balmoral Cruise

Any Month
Reviews of Balmoral Cruises from Other Departure Ports
Balmoral Cruise Reviews for Cruises  from Singapore
Balmoral Cruise Reviews for Cruises from Singapore

Get special cruise deals, expert advice, insider tips and more.By proceeding, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.

© 1995—2024, The Independent Traveler, Inc.