Mini cruises

4 day mini cruise to Newcastle

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4 day mini cruise in amusing Newcastle

During a 4-day MiniCruise to Newcastle you can really enjoy a relaxing time for yourself and for a friend. This unique destination has everything you can expect from a modern and hip city: trendy restaurants, shops and lots of culture. Book your trip by December 2019. travel from 89, - pp instead of 135, - pp with Libelle.

Bus transfer available

2 Nights Onboard

Excellent on-board facilities

One night in a hotel of your choice in Newcastle

No baggage restrictions

Day 1

13.00

Check-in opens

17.30

Depart IJmuiden for Newcastle

Day 2

09.00

Arrive in North Shields near Newcastle

09.30

First Coach departs for Newcastle city centre

10.00

Drop you baggage at your hotel of choice in Newcastle

11.00

Day at Leisure begins

Day 3

9.00

Explore beautiful Newcastle

12.00

Grab a bite at a restaurant

14.45

Coaches begin departing Newcastle for ferry terminal

17.00

Depart North Shields for Holland

Day 4

7.30

Buffet breakfast available onboard

9.45

Arrive in Ijmuiden

Discover Newcastle

From the port you will be taken directly with the transfer bus to the center of Newcastle. Leave your luggage at your hotel and dive into this bustling city.

Go shopping in small vintage boutiques or large chain stores. Visit one of the many free museums for some culture or dive into a pub for a refreshing pint. Newcastle has it all!

Our restaurants

North Sea Bistro

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

Explorer's Kitchen

Explorer’s Kitchen is our all-you-can-eat buffet restaurant, boasting international cuisine for every taste.

Croissant, Muffin and Starbucks Coffee in Coffee Crew onboard Newcastle-Amsterdam ferry

Coffee Crew Café

Head to our café, Coffee Crew, for Starbucks® coffee, tea, bottled drinks and freshly baked sweet treats.

Onboard Experience

Ice cream dessert in North Sea Bistro on Newcastle to Amsterdam ferry

Food & Dining

Our unique dining experiences onboard include an international buffet and a luxurious à la carte restaurant when you sail between Amsterdam and Newcastle.

Sleeping

Our range of en suite cabins provide accommodation to suit every taste and budget on a ferry between Holland and the UK.

Drinks in the bar onboard Newcastle-Amsterdam

Entertainment

Choose from partying the night away on a short break to Newcastle, or simply relaxing with a drink in hand.

Duty Free Shopping

Join us on a ferry to Holland and enjoy unrivalled shopping facilities with savings of up to 50% against the high street.

Family Travel

Sea travel is very exciting for children and our ferries provide a range of entertainment for all ages.

Ship Overview

Discover everything there is to know about KING SEAWAYS and PRINCESS SEAWAYS.

Cabins onboard

New Cabin Commodore on Newcastle-Amsterdam ferry

Commodore Cabins

Enjoy smooth sailing between Amsterdam and Newcastle in our premium Commodore cabins.

New Cabin Commodore Deluxe on Amsterdam-Newcastle ferry

Commodore De Luxe cabins

Our Commodore De Luxe cabins are our most luxurious options onboard Amsterdam to Newcastle crossing. If you travel on KING Seaways you will also have access to an exclusive lounge.

New Cabin Sea view with Double Bed on Newcastle-Amsterdam ferry

Double Bed Cabins

Our double bed cabins are designed with couples in mind. Sail between Amsterdam and Newcastle in this comfortable, en suite cabin with inside and sea view rooms available.

New Cabin Sea view on Newcastle-Amsterdam ferry

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.

Choose a hotel

Enjoy your MiniCruise with overnight stay in one of our hotels in Newcastle. Do you prefer luxury or modern? Choose from our selection here

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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