Self-Drive Dutch Holiday
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Experience an unforgettable 2024 holiday with our self-drive break to the Netherlands. Book your Newcastle to Amsterdam and enjoy the comfort and freedom of travelling with your car. Drive to your Dutch destination at your own pace!
DFDS makes it easy to plan: Get 2 nights onboard and stay as long as you like in your chosen city. Choose from a variety of hotels to suit your needs. Whether a road trip exploring the countryside or a city break, our package caters to your preferences.
Note: one cabin per booking. Contact Customer Service for booking changes.
*Terms & Conditions
Book a ferry to Amsterdam and enjoy the crossing with a range of restaurants, bars and our Duty Free shop where you can save up to 50% vs the high street.
*From price is based on a return trip with an inside cabin for 2 persons with standard car (1.85mx5.0m) incl. a room for 1 night in the following hotel: Hotel Valkenburg by Mercure
Travel conditions: Prices are subject to availability. Telephone booking fees apply. Terms & Conditions apply. ABTOT provides protection for your package booking as set out in section 19 of our booking conditions.
Travel until 30 April 2025 or from 1 September until 31 December 2025
ETS charge is calculated in price.
The discount is valid on car + cabin fare and only on the Newcastle-Amsterdam route, with up to 4 nights in the destination.
Only valid for new bookings and not in combination with other promotions/discounts.
Offer and prices subject to availability.
Valid on return crossings only.
General DFDS terms and conditions apply.
Choose a hotel and visit beautiful Dutch cities
Utrecht is a great option for those enjoying historic sights. Visit the heart of the historic city, which is one of the oldest in the Netherlands. We recommend a visit to the medieval fortress De Haar Castle while you’re there!
Rotterdam's vibrant cultural scene & modern architecture is perfect for spring. Explore the iconic Cube Houses, take a boat tour through the city's waterways & enjoy the lively atmosphere of local markets.
The Hague is for those who enjoy the best of both worlds – city & beach! Stay in the middle of Scheveningen Beach mere minutes from the city centre.
Keukenhof is a must-visit in spring. From 21 March to 12 May, the gardens are filled with themed displays and vibrant tulip fields – book your ticket now to avoid missing out!
Maastricht and Valkenburg is an ideal base for your explorations. Delight in the ambience of the cities, & venture beyond to discover the nearby treasures of Belgium and Germany, all within easy reach of your Holland break.
Travel Guide
Your package is protected
DFDS packages are protected by ABTOT so you can book with confidence and plan your holiday with peace of mind.
- ABTOT provides financial protection under The Package Travel and Linked Travel Arrangements Regulations 2018 for DFDS A/S in the event of the company’s insolvency.
- ABTOT cover provides for a refund in the event you have not yet travelled or repatriation if transportation was included in your package booked directly with DFDS A/S.
Find out more details on travel protection through ABTOT here.