Holidays

Christmas breaks

Holidays

EXPERIENCE A MAGICAL CHRISTMAS GETAWAY

Set sail to Europe for a magical getaway this Christmas, with a range of festive trips available. Head to the Christmas markets of Cologne, Brussels or Bruges, or finish your Christmas shopping in Amsterdam with our packaged mini breaks. Alternatively, create your own Christmas market break, or take advantage of our New Year's Eve mini cruise.

Christmas Markets

Make this festive season extra special and set sail on a memorable European break from Newcastle. Pick up the best presents this year at the magical Christmas markets of Bruges, Brussels or Cologne, or soak up the festive atmosphere on a shopping break to Amsterdam.

And what’s more you can even create your own festive break by booking your ferry crossing with us and your accommodation with our partner booking.com So join us onboard and raise a glass to a Merry Ferry Christmas!

Festive Breaks

Festive Breaks to Holland

At Christmas time the Dutch capital is covered in festive lights and decorations, transforming its canal-lined streets into a winter wonderland.

Festive Breaks to France

Set sail from Dover to France for a magical getaway this festive season.

Festive Breaks to Germany

Head to Germany this festive season and pick up exciting and unique gifts for your loved ones in one of the many Christmas Markets around the country.

Festive Breaks to Belgium

Experience a festive break in the beautiful cities of Belgium. Sail from Dover to France or from Newcastle to Amsterdam and get ready to explore the Christmas Markets.

European Christmas Markets

Enjoy Christmas celebrations across Europe and choose a DFDS crossing from Dover to France or from Newcastle to Amsterdam.

Christmas Markets

Cologne Christmas Markets

Explore the stunning city of Cologne during the festive season. Access the city on a ferry crossing from Dover to France or from Newcastle to Amsterdam.

Paris Christmas Markets

Experience the festivities in the beautiful city of Paris. Sail from Dover to France and get ready to explore the decorated streets of Europes' most romantic city.

Lille Christmas Markets

Give your Christmas shopping a little je ne sais quoi this year with a festive break to the beautiful city of Lille.

Amsterdam Christmas Markets

Explore the stunning city of Amsterdam while doing your Christmas shopping. Get there easily on a ferry crossing from Newcastle to Amsterdam.

Want Some More Inspiration?

Still not sure where is best to visit in Europe for Christmas Markets? Read our ultimate guides here to truly inspire you to have a magical festive season.

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