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Christmas holidays

Short breaks to magical Christmas markets

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A magical Christmas holiday with DFDS Ferries awaits you

Are you plagued by wanderlust in the run-up to Christmas? Would you like to immerse yourself in the diverse Christmas traditions of Northern Europe during the festive season of winter magic?

Expand your horizons on a magical winter holiday with DFDS - without the hustle and bustle of shopping and family life - and discover magical winter markets: simply book your ferry and hotel together and embark on a stress-free winter adventure. Enjoy the glamour of the Christmas season far away from everyday life and be enchanted by festive traditions!

2 Nights Onboard

Hotel accommodation on location included

Romantic christmas markets 

    Take advantage of a large selection of both budget hotels and exclusive 4-star hotels

    Our package holidays are financially covered by the Danish Travel Guarantee Fund

    In our shops on board you can save up to 50% compared to retail prices when buying gifts

Newcastle

16. November 2024 until 22. December 2024

Edinburgh

17. November 2024 until 5. January 2025

Riga

29. November 2024 until 2. January 2025

Vilnius

29. November 2024 until 29. December 2024

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Experience magical winter markets from the Baltic to Great Britain

Experience winter magic with DFDS: travel from Kiel to Klaipeda, or from Amsterdam to Newcastle, and discover the festive treasures of Europe on your magical journey to Lithuania and Latvia, or Northern England and Scotland! Book a ferry and hotel package and enjoy a magical journey full of unforgettable experiences.

Visit the enchanting Christmas market on Cathedral Square in Vilnius or stroll through the market on Cathedral Square in Riga. In Edinburgh, an ice rink and festive rides await you, while Newcastle's Christmas Village in Times Square will delight you with its lively charm.

Christmas breaks with DFDS

Christmas travel guides

Restaurants Onboard

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.

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Duty Free Shopping

Duty Free shopping is now available onboard our routes from the UK to Europe. Save up to 50% versus the high street on great products such as premium perfumes, cosmetics and alcohol. When you set sail with us, why not treat yourself too? Your unlimited baggage is waiting to be filled!

World Travel Awards Nominee 2024

Vote for DFDS as the World’s Leading Ferry Operator 2024!

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.

Cast your vote today and help us achieve this global recognition once again. Thank you for being part of our success story!

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