France 3 day return
SAVE 20% ON 3 DAY SHORT BREAK TO FRANCE
Pack up the car and start exploring with DFDS, on a 3 day short break to France. Whether you’re riding on the back of the Calais Dragon, climbing to the top of the Calais lighthouse or exploring the historical significance of Dunkirk, new experiences across the channel are closer than you think.
Plus receive £50 cashback to spend at our Duty Free stores before your return journey!
Fancy a shorter stay? Take a look at our Duty Free Day Trip from just £95.
Travel with your vehicle
Unlimited baggage
Reserve & Collect Duty Free
From £109 for car + 4 plus £50 cashback.
Book by 30 June 2022. Travel by 14 December 2022.
Travel Guarantee - free cancellations on crossings taken before 30 September 2023
No forms or testing required on return to UK

Timetables
How to spend 3 days in France
Our port cities of Calais and Dunkirk are great places to visit, with a host of museums, historic sites and cool cafes to discover.
On a 3 day short break, you can explore more than you think too! Whether you’re looking to discover historical sites, sample some regional cuisine or fancy trying your hand at water sports, there are plenty of opportunities to do that and more in Calais and Dunkirk.
Check out our exclusive partner deals with attractions in Calais & Dunkirk and plan your trip today!
Duty Free at DFDS
Before you drive onboard for your return journey, don’t forget to stop by our Duty Free Shops at our Calais and Dunkirk ports.
Save up to 50% vs UK high street on premium spirits, wines and beers. Park in your loading lane, visit the Duty Free Shop before you board the ferry and fill your boot with great deals.
You can also browse our products online, reserve what you fancy and collect at a time to suit you. Check out our Reserve & Collect service to reserve your duty free now.
Onboard Experience - Dover-Calais
Onboard Experience - Dunkirk - Dover

Ferries to France
With DFDS, it’s easy to sail from Dover to France. Our routes include crossings from Dover to Calais and Dunkirk, as well as Newhaven to Dieppe, all with comfortable onboard facilities so you can really relax and enjoy the journey.
Enjoy a bite to eat and take the kids to the soft play area or even explore outside on deck.
With DFDS your holiday starts as soon as you set sail.
Only vehicle travel is permitted on our Dover - France routes. Foot passengers are not permitted.

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