Christmas Shopping in Newcastle
Mini Cruise to Newcastle for Christmas Shopping
A MiniCruise to Newcastle is the perfect combination of a city trip and relaxed sailing aboard a luxury ferry. Enjoy wining & dining on board with other ANBO members and be surprised by the beautiful and versatile city of Newcastle.
As an ANBO member you now pay only 119, - pp for a 4-day MiniCruise including prosecco, breakfast and dinner on the outward journey. The great thing is: John de Wolf is also traveling more on this cruise!
No baggage restrictions
Delicious onboard cuisine
Return coach transfers to City Centre
Depart 25 November
Including a glass of prosecco, dinner and breakfast on the outward journey
Overnight in a hotel in Newcastle - choice of different hotels
Relaxed sailing by luxury ferry and spend the night in a comfortable cabin
Day 1
Check-in opens
Depart IJmuiden for Newcastle
Day 2
Arrive in North Shields near Newcastle
First Coach departs for Newcastle city centre
Drop you baggage at your hotel of choice in Newcastle
Day at Leisure begins
Day 3
Explore beautiful Newcastle
Grab a bite at a restaurant
Coaches begin departing Newcastle for ferry terminal
Depart North Shields for Holland
Day 4
Buffet breakfast available onboard
Arrive in Ijmuiden
Christmas atmosphere in Newcastle
In the winter, the streets are lit with fairy lights and the festive market dominates the city centre. Stroll the streets together and view historic buildings, such as the medieval Castle on the outskirts of the city. You'll love staying overnight in Newcastle thanks to the bustling nightlife and wonderful atmosphere.
Hotels
Cabins onboard
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Restaurants onboard
Relaxation starts onboard
Your holiday starts as soon as you board. Start with a delicious dinner in the buffet restaurant, Explorer's Kitchen, afterwards, have a drink in one of our cozy bars or take a gamble in the casino. Enjoy all of this in the festive atmosphere onboard - you will almost forget that you are in the middle of the sea! You will then enjoy a wonderful night's sleep in your own comfortable cabin before the beautiful Northern English coastline comes into view.
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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