Duty Free Mini Cruise to Amsterdam
Duty free minicruise to Amsterdam for 2 people
Board the ship late afternoon for your mini cruise to Amsterdam and have the option to enjoy the extensive dinner buffet before experiencing the variety of live entertainment onboard. Be sure to take the opportunity to take advantage of the generous Duty Free allowances in the sea shop.
October – December Offers:
- Minicruise for 2 people from £79
- Minicruise including breakfast and dinner for 2 people from £169
Travel from 5th October – 31st December 2026, book by 20th December 2026
Available time ashore in Amsterdam may vary depending on local border control procedures. We recommend planning your visit flexibly to ensure a relaxed experience.
2 Nights Onboard
No baggage restrictions
Discover vibrant Amsterdam
Excellent onboard facilities
Price based on inside cabin and subject to availability
Supplement of £25 per booking applies for travel Thursday- Saturday inclusive
Includes bus transfers to/from Amsterdam City Centre.
Trip at a Glance
Day 1
14.30
Check-in opens
16.15
Check-in closes
17.00
Depart North Shields for Amsterdam
Day 2
09.45
Arrive in IJmuiden, Holland
10.15
Coach departs for Amsterdam city centre
15.30
Coach departs Amsterdam for IJmuiden terminal
17.30
Ship departs IJmuiden
Day 3
07.30
Breakfast available onboard
09.15
Arrive in North Shields
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!
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.
Cabins Onboard
Double Bed Cabins
Our double bed cabins are designed with couples in mind. Sail between Newcastle and Amsterdam in this comfortable, en suite cabin with inside and sea view rooms available.
Sea View Cabins
Sail from Newcastle to Amsterdam with front row seats to the beautiful North Sea from your en suite, sea view cabin. Cabins can sleep up to 5 people in bunk beds.
Economy Cabins
Ideal for the budget-friendly traveller, our comfortable, en suite, economy cabins from Newcastle and Amsterdam sleep 2 – 4 people in bunk beds.
Pet Friendly Cabins
Travel onboard our DFDS ferry in a pet friendly cabin from Newcastle and Amsterdam, which can accommodate up to 4 people and 2 medium sized dogs.
Onboard experience
Food & Dining
Our unique dining experiences onboard include an international buffet and a luxurious à la carte restaurant when you sail between Newcastle and Amsterdam.
Sleeping
Our range of en suite cabins provide accommodation to suit every taste and budget on a ferry between the UK and Holland.
Entertainment
Choose from partying the night away on a short break to Amsterdam, or simply relaxing with a drink in hand.
Duty Free Shopping at Sea
Join us on a ferry to Holland and enjoy unrivalled shopping facilities with savings of up to 50% against the high street.
Family Travel
Sea travel is very exciting for children and our ferries provide a range of entertainment for all ages.
Ship Overview
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Mini Cruise to Amsterdam – what to expect
Step onboard your crossing to Amsterdam and be prepared to relax. Indulge in some duty free shopping, sample some delicious cuisine in our choice of restaurants, sit back with a drink and enjoy some live entertainment in our bars and onboard club.
Following a peaceful sleep in your en suite cabin, you’ll arrive at our port in Ijmuiden and hop on to a bus transfer to Amsterdam to enjoy up to 5 hours in the Dutch capital before heading back onboard for your return crossing.
Whether you opt for our mini cruise offer, mini cruise with breakfast one way, or mini cruise with breakfast and dinner one way, we can guarantee it will be a trip to remember.
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.
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This recognition reflects every crossing, every warm welcome, and every journey we've shared together. It belongs to our passengers, our partners, and our colleagues, the heart of DFDS. Thank you.
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Prices are subject to availability. Telephone booking fees apply. Terms and conditions apply.