Mini Cruises

Amsterdam - Newcastle

From

AMSTERDAM TO NEWCASTLE MINI CRUISE

A mini cruise to Newcastle is a fantastic way to explore this exciting city which offers a brilliant combination of sights to see, shops to visit and restaurants, cafés and bars where you can enjoy a meal or a drink.

Private en suite cabins

Return coach transfers to City Centre

Duty Free shopping

Spend your day in Newcastle

Travel Guarantee - free rebooking on crossings taken before 30 Sept 2023

Live entertainment

Excellent onboard facilities

Daily crossings

Day 1

13.00

Check-in opens

17.30

Depart IJmuiden for Newcastle

Day 2

09.15

Arrive in North Shields near Newcastle

09.30

First Coach departs for Newcastle city centre

10.00

Day at Leisure begins

15.45

Coach departs Newcastle for ferry terminal

17.00

Depart North Shields for Holland

Day 3

07.30

Breakfast buffet available onboard

09.45

Arrive in IJmuiden

Two Night Mini Cruise

Your Newcastle mini cruise will give you the chance to savour the city’s grand architecture, cross the famous Millennium Bridge, wander the quayside or enjoy some high-street and designer shopping, the port is just 20 minutes from the city centre.

The onboard facilities include bars, restaurants and more, means your city break begins the moment you step onboard.

Please note: Bus transfers to and from Amsterdam Newcastle are part of the overall cost of the Mini Cruise package. You will be provided your cabin price first and bus transfer prices will then be shown separately.

For more information on pick up times and location of bus transfers please click here

Other trips

From

£79

pp*

Newcastle-Amsterdam Mini Cruise

Visit Amsterdam with a 2-night mini cruise which includes two nights onboard and explore vibrant Amsterdam.

From

£105

per person, as a group of two + hotel*

Amsterdam City Break

Discover our Amsterdam hotels and tailor your stay to enjoy the city's rich history, charming streets, world-class museums, and delicious cuisine. Immerse yourself in the unique atmosphere of Amsterdam.

Restaurants Onboard

North Sea Bistro

North Sea Bistro offers an intimate and luxe dining experience, with a seasonal menu and stylish surroundings.

Explorer's Kitchen

Explorer’s Kitchen is our all-you-can-eat buffet restaurant, boasting international cuisine for every taste.

Coffee Crew Café

Head to our café, Coffee Crew, for Starbucks® coffee, tea, bottled drinks and freshly baked sweet treats.

Newcastle Quayside Millennium Bridge and Baltic

Newcastle Highlights

Newcastle exudes metropolitan cool, offering something for everyone.

Art lovers can peruse the collections at the Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art or the Laing Art Gallery and sport fanatics can take a tour of St James’ Park. The Quayside boasts some of the city’s best bars and restaurants and is home to a fantastic Sunday market.

All DFDS Mini Cruises

Our mini cruise breaks are our most popular breaks, and it’s easy to see why. Not only do you get to spend time in a fantastic city, but you’ll also be treated to 2 nights onboard our modern, comfortable and well-equipped cruise ferries.

Our mini cruises are the perfect combination of a short city break and a cruise experience.

Championing the Seas!  

After being crowned ‘Europe’s Leading Ferry Operator 2024’ at the World Travel Awards earlier this year, we are delighted to announce we are now in the running for the World title.

Our deepest gratitude goes out to our employees, passengers, and partners for their continuous support and loyalty. Without you all, this nomination would not be possible. Your journey is our passion.

Thank you for being part of our success story!

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