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AMSTERDAM CRUISE & STAY BREAK – BOOK YOUR OWN HOTEL

If you’re interested in our mini cruise offer but looking to spend a few nights in Amsterdam itself, then our cruise & stay break is perfect for you. This package is flexible too, as you’ll book your crossings and coach transfers with us, and book your own hotel for 1 or 2 nights.

__Our partner BOOKING.COM has over 1,700 properties for you, so there’s plenty to choose from to suit your budget, from hotel rooms for couples, to villas for groups! __

2 nights onboard

Private en suite cabins

Return coach transfers to City Centre

1-2 nights in a hotel of your choice

Hotel to be booked & paid for separately

Pre-book your meals to save

Day 1

14.30

Check-in opens

16.15

Check-in closes

17.00

Depart North Shields for Amsterdam

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

Amazing Amsterdam

Fall in love with Amsterdam, the city that welcomes, and has something for, everyone. There’s museums for every interest, from artwork to cats to handbags, stunning architectural attractions, beautiful boutique shops and fantastic novelty venues such as Madame Tussaud’s.

If you’re looking to unwind, how about a drink in one of the many chic bars or a simple bike ride through nature in Vondelpark?

Our partner BOOKING.COM has over 1,700 properties for you, so there’s plenty to choose from to suit your budget, from hotel rooms for couples, to villas for groups!

BOOK YOUR HOTEL WITH BOOKING.COM

Please note: By making a separate booking for the accommodation via Booking.com you are booking directly with Booking.com and not DFDS. Any future correspondence should be taken up directly with Booking.com after completion of your sale via their website.

Disclaimer: From price based on 2 people sharing and prices are subject to availability. Telephone booking fees apply. Terms & Conditions apply. ABTOT provides protection for your booking as set out in section 19 of our booking conditions.

Onboard Entertainment

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.

Casino

Enjoy the thrill of the roulette wheel or take your chance at blackjack – the choice is yours.

Cabins onboard

Double bed cabin onboard Newcastle-Amsterdam

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.

Seaview cabin onboard Newcastle-Amsterdam

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.

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.

Accessible cabin for disabled passengers

Newcastle – Amsterdam accessible cabins

On our ships Princess Seaways and King Seaways, we have several accessible cabins available so you can spend your overnight crossing in comfort.

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.

Restaurants onboard

North Sea Bistro

North Sea Bistro offers an intimate and luxe dining experience, with a seasonal menu and stylish surroundings.

The North Sea Bistro is currently closed.

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.

Sleep easy

Staying overnight in Amsterdam gives you the opportunity to experience its captivating nightlife, from speakeasies to night clubs. With our partner, Booking.com, there are options from 1-5 stars, so you’re sure to find the perfect accommodation. You could even hop on a train and head further afield to Haarlem or Utrecht and stay overnight there.

Or if you’d rather let us do the work, book onto a hotel break and choose from our 6 carefully selected hotels, from the affordable to the indulgent.

AMSTERDAM HOTEL BREAK

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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Amsterdam cruise & stay break