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241 Amsterdam mini cruise

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AMSTERDAM MINI CRUISE - 241 GROUP CROSSINGS

Our Amsterdam mini cruise is the ideal short break for a group getaway. Plus, if you book in advance for travel from September to March 2020, you can enjoy 241 on all group bookings!

Call us on 0871 522 9933 or send an email to uk.groups@dfds.com for more information.

2 Nights Onboard

Discover vibrant Amsterdam

Private en suite cabin onboard

Excellent onboard facilities

Return coach transfers from port to Amsterdam

After sales support from our dedicated Groups booking team

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

Drinks in the bar onboard Newcastle-Amsterdam

Friends shopping onboard Newcastle-Amsterdam ferry

Relax onboard

Unwind onboard while taking in some of the beautiful sea views. Enjoy a delicious dinner at The Explorer’s Kitchen and visit our onboard shop for some designer purchases and save up to 30% versus high street prices. See the latest blockbuster in our cinema, sip a drink or two in the Navigator’s Pub and dance the night away in the Columbus Club.

Check-in closes at 16.15 before our overnight sailings depart at 5pm so we can arrive at 9:30am the following morning. Just in time for a fun filled day in Amsterdam!

Economy cabins are included in all group mini cruise packages but there are a range of other cabins available, including sea view cabins and premium Commodore cabins if you like a touch of luxury!

Terms & Conditions apply. Offer can be withdrawn at any time. Based on groups of 10 or more. Valid on all bookings Sept – Dec 2019 & Sun – Thurs bookings Jan – March 2020. If travelling on a Thursday from Jan – March, you will only receive 241 offer on outbound leg as Friday and Saturday crossings are full price.

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

New Cabin Sea view with Double Bed on Newcastle-Amsterdam ferry

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.

New Cabin Sea view on Newcastle-Amsterdam ferry

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.

New Cabin Economy Cabin on Newcastle-Amsterdam ferry

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.

New Cabin Pet Friendly on Newcastle-Amsterdam ferry

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 entertainment

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.

Bars

There’s a range of bars on our ferries, each with a different atmosphere.

Live entertainment onboard Newcastle-Amsterdam

Live Performances

There’s plenty to keep you entertained on your journey, including live music and DJ sets to keep you dancing all night.

Cinema

Sit back and enjoy the latest Hollywood blockbusters in our onboard cinemas where you’ll find options for all ages.

Games Area

Our games area offers hours of fun for kids and adults alike on the crossing from Newcastle to Amsterdam.

Explore Amsterdam

Enjoy five hours in the Dutch capital, where you can stroll the cobbled streets, curve the winding canals and discover some of the world’s best museums. See the city through a canal cruise, rent a bike and cycle like a local or if you prefer a slower pace, stroll to some of the lovely cafes in the city and enjoy some Dutch pancakes. If you’re heading to Amsterdam in December, be sure to see the 60ft Christmas tree in Dam Square or see the city sparkle in the annual Light Festival which lasts until late January.

Group Travel

Ferry travel is perfect for groups. Travel on one of our packaged short breaks with your friends, your school or even your sports club!

No matter what sort of trip you’re looking for, our dedicated group travel team can help you organise it to give you exactly what you want at a great price.

Proudly named the World’s Leading Ferry Operator

We are also proud to announce that we have been nominated as Europe’s Leading Ferry Operator 2025 and this amazing journey continues, first and foremost, thanks to you.

To our loyal passengers who put their trust in us, our valued partners and our hard-working colleagues: this nomination is also yours. You are the heart of DFDS and today, we’d like to say THANK YOU.

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