Mini Cruises

England Mini Cruise

From

Newcastle Quayside Millennium Bridge and Baltic

Explore England | DFDS Mini Cruise

Discover England’s exciting north with a mini cruise from Holland. This 2-night getaway includes a return overnight ferry crossing and up to 5 hours in Newcastle. The energetic city offers a cosmopolitan centre, packed with bars, restaurants, museums and fantastic architecture.

Our Routes to England

From

£89

per car + up to 4 people, one way*

Calais-Dover Ferry Crossings

Our Calais to Dover route is the shortest crossing we provide and is the perfect way to cross the Channel to the UK.

Dunkirk - Dover Hero (including FR 25 years)

From

£89

per car + up to 4 people, one way*

Dunkirk-Dover Ferry Crossings

Sail across the English Channel with ease on a short crossing between Dunkirk and Dover.

From

£93

per car + 2 people, one way*

Dieppe-Newhaven Ferry Crossings

Crossing the Channel from Dieppe to Newhaven provides you with the ideal gateway to the UK.

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From

€69

Amsterdam-Newcastle Mini Cruise

A mini cruise to Newcastle is a fantastic way to explore this exciting city which offers a brilliant combination of sights to see, shops to visit and restaurants, cafés and bars.

Travel Guides

England

With a rich and fascinating history, England is home to some incredible sights and cultural treasures, from medieval castles to extraordinary cityscapes.

Newcastle

The northern city of Newcastle is a hub of culture, with exciting events, stunning riverside bars and an array of museums and galleries.

Brighton

Quirky and vibrant, Brighton is a city like no other. Walk along the famous Palace Pier, visit the Royal Pavilion or wander through The Lanes to shop for local souvenirs.

New Forest

Granted National Park status in 2005, the New Forest covers approximately 220 square miles of Hampshire and southern Wiltshire.

Northumberland Coast

Designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the 100-mile long Northumberland Coast provides an unforgettable experience.

The Lake District

Known affectionately as ‘The Lakes’ or ‘Lakeland’, Cumbria’s Lake District is one of the most popular holiday destinations in the UK.

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