Swap grey skies for Mediterranean sunshine with £200 off Fred Olsen cruises

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is offering £200 per person savings on selected autumn and winter sailings for a limited time, inviting travellers to exchange cooler days at home for sunshine, culture and discovery.
As the days begin to shorten and temperatures start to cool, Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is helping travellers look ahead to warmer horizons, with £200 per person savings available on selected autumn and winter sailings aboard its smallest ship, Balmoral.
Available on new Freedom Fare bookings made by 17 September 2026 inclusive, the limited-time offer includes voyages to iconic destinations and hidden gems across the Mediterranean and beyond. Solo travellers can also take advantage of the equivalent double saving when occupying a twin cabin, offering added value for those travelling independently.
From scenic cruising through Montenegro’s fjord-like Bay of Kotor and island-hopping around Greece, to discovering authentic local flavours and vibrant cultures ashore, guests can experience the Mediterranean at a quieter time of year, with fewer crowds, a more relaxed pace, and lingering warmth.
Sailings also bring opportunities to visit some of the region’s most renowned landmarks, from the Acropolis in Athens to the Pyramids of Giza, accessible from Alexandria.
Doug Glenwright, Guest Experience Director at Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, said:
“Our autumn and winter sailings offer a more rewarding way to explore the Mediterranean beyond the traditional summer months. With the peak season behind it, the region takes on a gentler pace while still offering plenty of warmth, culture and opportunities for discovery.
“Combining scenic cruising, iconic sights and lesser-visited destinations accessible by our smaller ship, Balmoral, these sailings are designed to help guests experience more and explore in greater depth.
“With an inspiring collection of sailings still available, from scenic Croatia and Montenegro to the cultural highlights of Istanbul and Egypt, and £200 per person savings available for a limited time, there’s even more reason to swap the UK’s colder months for a sunshine-filled cruise escape.”
Alongside the £200 per person savings, guests can also take advantage of up to £150 onboard spending credit per cabin on selected sailings, as well as a range of flight offers on fly-cruise holidays, adding even more value for those seeking a late-season getaway.
Standout sailings now available with £200 per person savings include:
Balmoral’s 8-night L2633 ‘Charming Spanish Cities & Autumn Warmth’ cruise, departing from Southampton on 30 September 2026. WAS £899 per person, NOW £699 per person when booked by 17 September 2026 (inclusive).
- Start to explore immediately as Balmoral docks close to the towns
- Embrace local cultures and cuisines like tapas, and flamenco dancing
- Wander through narrow streets overflowing with rich history
- Free Flight & Transfers Included
Itinerary: Southampton, United Kingdom – Vigo, Spain – Cádiz, Spain – Málaga, Spain – Melilla, Spain – Alicante, Spain
For more details: visit L2633 Charming Spanish Cities & Autumn Warmth cruise
Balmoral’s 10-night L2635 ‘Scenic Gems of Croatia with the Bay of Kotor’ cruise, departing from Valletta on 19 October 2026. WAS £1,499 per person, NOW £1,299 per person when booked by 17 September 2026 (inclusive).
- Witness the fjord-like Bay of Kotor from the decks of Balmoral
- Savour local dishes like pašticada and listen to Klapa music
- Explore charming Kotor, Split and browse bustling markets
Itinerary: Valletta, Malta – Brindisi, Italy – Split, Croatia – Koper, Slovenia – Cruising Bay of Kotor, Montenegro – Kotor, Montenegro – Dubrovnik, Croatia – Kerkira, Greece – Heraklion, Greece
For more details: visit L2635 Scenic Gems of Croatia with the Bay of Kotor cruise
Balmoral’s 11-night L2636 ‘Exploring the Greek Islands’ cruise, departing from Heraklion on 29 October 2026. WAS £1,799 per person, NOW £1,599 per person when booked by 17 September 2026 (inclusive).
- Discover lesser-known Greek Islands at a quieter time of year
- Enjoy scenic cruising past landmarks like Mouth Athos
- Immerse yourself in the culture and history of Ermoupoli
- London or Manchester flights plus transfers included
Itinerary: Heraklion, Greece – Ermoupoli, Greece – Pass Mount Athos, Greece – Cruising Sithonia coastline, Greece – Thessaloniki, Greece – Mytilene, Lesbos, Greece – Kos, Greece – Rhodes, Greece – Limassol, Cyprus
For more details: visit L2636 Exploring the Greek Islands cruise
Balmoral’s 10-night L2637 ‘Cyprus, Turkey, Egypt’ cruise, departing from Limassol on 9 November 2026. WAS £1,599 per person, NOW £1,399 per person when booked by 17 September 2026 (inclusive).
- Discover lesser-known Greek Islands at a quieter time of year
- Enjoy scenic cruising past landmarks like Mouth Athos
- Immerse yourself in the culture and history of Ermoupoli
- London or Manchester flights plus transfers included
Itinerary: Limassol, Cyprus – Alexandria, Egypt – Marmaris, Turkey – Istanbul, Turkey – Piraeus (for Athens), Greece
For more details: visit L2636 Exploring the Greek Islands cruise
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