Warm winter magic: Amsterdam mini cruise
Our warm winter offer: mini cruise to Amsterdam
Escape the everyday and embark on a cosy adventure to Amsterdam with our enchanting mini cruise across the North Sea. Indulge in the luxury of a floating hotel while soaking in the winter charm - now available at an incredible 50% off during our spectacular Winter Sale! Whether you're traveling with friends or family, this is the perfect opportunity to create unforgettable memories.
Secure your booking now and savour exquisite meals at our restaurants or unwind with a drink in our toasty bars as you sail towards an unforgettable day in Amsterdam. Don’t hesitate - seize this unique opportunity today!
Together, we make the holidays.
Incredible 50% discount
Return coach transfers to Amsterdam
Great Duty Free savings
Delicious meals onboard
50% discount on cabin – including our city break with hotel
Offer for travel from 3 December to 31 March 2025
Excellent choice of restaurants, bars and live entertainment on board.
Child-friendly with play area & FREE breakfast for children up to 11 years**
Day 1
Check-in opens
Check-in closes
Depart North Shields for Amsterdam
Day 2
Arrive in IJmuiden, Holland
Coach departs for Amsterdam city centre
Coach departs Amsterdam for IJmuiden terminal
Ship departs IJmuiden
Day 3
Breakfast available onboard
Arrive in North Shields
New autumn adventures await you
Be captivated by the winter wonders of Amsterdam! Enjoy a magical canal cruise under twinkling lights during the Amsterdam Light Festival, showcasing the city’s iconic waterways in a whole new glow. Explore world-renowned museums like the Rijksmuseum and the Van Gogh Museum, each offering a warm retreat filled with artistic treasures. Relish the cosy ambiance of Amsterdam's charming cafes and restaurants, where you can savour delicious Dutch treats and hearty meals.
Extend your mini cruise with an extra night to fully absorb the city’s enchanting winter atmosphere. With more time in the city, discover Amsterdam’s hidden gems, embrace the inviting warmth of local cafes, and experience the city's unique charm. Book now and ensure yourself an unforgettable winter experience in Amsterdam!
*Terms & Conditions
Booking period: up to 15 January 2025.
Travel period: up to 31 March 2025.
Starting price is based on 2 people in a 2-bed inside cabin. A small supplement applies for other cabins.
ETS charge is calculated in price.
Valid for new bookings only and not in conjunction with other promotions/discounts.
Offer subject to availability
Commodore cabins are excluded from this offer.
Bus transfers to and from Amsterdam are part of the total cost of the mini cruise package. You will get your cabin price first and the bus transfer prices will then be shown separately.
**From 2025, kids 11 and under get complimentary breakfast: Children aged 0-3 always eat free, and kids aged 4-11 receive one free breakfast with each paying adult.
DFDS general terms and conditions apply.
Restaurants Onboard
Onboard Experience
Amsterdam Highlights
Amsterdam offers an abundance of attractions and activities, from fascinating cultural experiences and great shopping, to the iconic bicycles and 17th-century canals.
Explore the world famous museums, including the Van Gogh Museum, the Hermitage and the Rijksmuseum. Take a scenic canal cruise through Amsterdam to see the city in a whole new light.
Duty Free at DFDS
Shop Duty Free onboard our ferries from the UK and save up to 50% vs UK high street.
With huge savings on premium perfumes, cosmetics and alcohol and generous allowances you can stock up on great deals.
For bulk buys our Calais and Dunkerque Duty Free Shops at our ports are ideal with parking right outside. You can even browse Duty Free from the comfort of your own home with our Reserve & Collect service. Simply select your chosen products then collect and pay at our shoreside shops.
Proudly named the World’s Leading Ferry Operator
We did it! After being crowned ‘Europe’s Leading Ferry Operator 2024’ at the World Travel Awards earlier this year, we are delighted to announce we have retained our title as the World’s Leading Ferry Operator.
We were also once again recognised as having the best website in our industry – scooping both the European and World awards in 2024.
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who voted, and to our passengers, colleagues and partners who contribute to our continued success – we couldn’t do it without you all.