Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines unveiled a selection of fly-cruise sailings from Newcastle in 2025 on the Balmoral.

Setting sail from the Port of Tyne in September 2025, the itinerary features five cruises ranging from 12 to 52 nights in the Mediterranean, including return flights to the UK.

Clare Ward, director of product and customer services at Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, said: “We’re really proud to be offering Mediterranean fly-cruising setting sail from Newcastle next year, with return flights to Manchester or London.

“Our fly-cruise options offer a variety of journeys to some of the Mediterranean’s most inspiring destinations, where guests can really maximize their time for exploring ashore and immerse themselves in the local way of living.

“Among the itineraries, guests will have chances to visit the captivating La Sagrada Familia in Barcelona, cruise along the spectacular Makarska Riviera in Croatia, see the stunning Hagia Sophia mosque in Istanbul and witness the domed houses in Santorini.”

Onboard, guests can look forward to activities, including opportunities to sample authentic flavors from the destinations they will visit such as Jerez sherry, limoncello and Turkish tea.

The Mediterranean fly-cruise program from Newcastle includes the following voyages:

• The 12-night “Spanish Colours and Cultures from Newcastle” cruise, departing from Newcastle on September 15, 2025. Prices start from £1,699 per person.
• The 22-night “Spanish Colours and Cultures with Amalfi from Newcastle” cruise, departing from Newcastle on September 15, 2025. Prices start from £3,049 per person.
• The 32-night “Spanish Colours and Cultures with Amalfi and Dalmatian Coasts” cruise, departing from Newcastle on September 15, 2025. Prices start from £4,499 per person.
• The 40-night “Spain, Amalfi and Dalmatian Coasts with Greek Islands” cruise, departing from Newcastle on September 15, 2025. Prices start from £5,649 per person.
• The 52-night “Spain, Amalfi and Dalmatian Coasts with Greek Islands and Turkey” cruise, departing from Newcastle on September 15, 2025. Prices start from £7,099 per person.