Family on deck
Mini cruises

Family Mini Cruise

From
From
60
pp

Family fun: Mini cruise to Newcastle

Get on a family minicruise to Amsterdam and enjoy our luxury cruise facilities. Kids can have fun with Jack the Pirate and have a great time at the Kidz 'Club. This minicruise will be a relaxing and adventurous trip for all.

Excellent onboard facilities

2 Nights Onboard

Activities for both children and adults

    2 nights in comfortable inside cabin

    Price above is Based on 2 adults + 2 Children

Princess Seaways - DFDS

Day 1

13.00

Check-in opens

17.30

Depart IJmuiden for Newcastle

Overview of 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

Explorer's Kitchen breakfast buffet

Day 3

07.30

Breakfast buffet available onboard

09.45

Arrive in ​IJmuiden

Life-centre-Newcastle
family-in-Newcastle

Newcastle Highlights

Newcastle is a perfect location for a family getaway. It is fun and educational for both the young and older ones. After a relaxing time onboard our ferry, you'll arrive in Newcastle ready to explore great museums for children such as the planetarium in the Life Science Center and the Great North Museum.

Restaurants Onboard

Cabins Onboard

REST YOUR HEAD

Onboard Entertainment

HolidayInn-express-NCL

Choose a hotel

Enjoy your MiniCruise with overnight stay in one of our hotels in Newcastle. Do you prefer luxury or modern? Choose from our selection here

Couple smiling

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.

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!

Prices are subject to availability. Telephone booking fees apply. Terms and conditions apply.