Join us on a minicruise to Newcastle
The perfect combination of a cruise and a city trip! On board you will find everything for a relaxing crossing. Discover the surprising city of Newcastle where culture and shopping go hand in hand. Visit one of the many free museums or shop till you drop! Who are you going with?
2 Nights Onboard
Excellent onboard facilities
Bus transfer to and from Newcastle
Newcastle: the city with many shopping opportunities, nice hotspots and beautiful museums, highly recommended!
MiniCruise Newcastle
Day 1
13.00
Check-in opens
17.30
Depart IJmuiden for Newcastle
Day 2
09.15
Arrive in North Shields near Newcastle
09.30
First Coach departs for Newcastle city centre
10.00
Day at Leisure begins
15.30
Coach departs Newcastle for ferry terminal
17.00
Depart North Shields for Holland
Day 3
07.30
Breakfast buffet available onboard
09.45
Arrive in IJmuiden
Relaxations begins onboard
Your journey starts from the moment you board the luxury cruise ferry. On the way to Newcastle you can enjoy all the facilities on board. This way you can fully enjoy the journey!
Start the evening with a delicious dinner on board. Tip: book your dinner directly when booking and get a 30% discount! Afterwards, have a drink outside on the deck and enjoy a beautiful sunset.
*General terms and conditions
*General terms and conditions
- Starting price based on 2 people in a double inside cabin with bunk beds, including bus transfer from the port to Newcastle city centre and v.v.
- Offer is valid for travel period until May 2024 and available on the 'coloured dates' in the calendar subject to product availability.
- Valid for new bookings only and not combined with other offers/discounts.
- Commodore cabins are excluded from discount.
- Tip: Choose a departure date from Sunday to Wednesday for the best fares
Restaurants Onboard
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.
Coffee Crew Café
Head to our café, Coffee Crew, for Starbucks® coffee, tea, bottled drinks and freshly baked sweet treats.
Cabins Onboard
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.
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 Amsterdam to Newcastle sleep 2 – 4 people in bunk beds.
Pet Friendly Cabins
Travel onboard our DFDS ferry in a pet friendly cabin from Amsterdam to Newcastle, which can accommodate up to 4 people and 2 medium sized dogs.
Onboard Experience
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.
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
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Newcastle
Newcastle is the destination for young and old! This typical English town is cozy and modern with many opportunities for shopping, good food and there is plenty of culture to enjoy.
In Newcastle all s are within walking distance. Stroll the streets together and view historic buildings, such as the medieval keep Castle Keep. You can also visit beautiful and free museums .
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.
Proudly named the World’s Leading Ferry Operator
We are also proud to announce that we have been nominated as Europe’s Leading Ferry Operator 2026 and this amazing journey continues, first and foremost, thanks to you.
To our loyal passengers who put their trust in us, our valued partners and our hard-working colleagues: this nomination is also yours. You are the heart of DFDS and today, we’d like to say THANK YOU.
Let's continue to create beautiful memories and cross the finish line together.
Prices are subject to availability. Telephone booking fees apply. Terms and conditions apply.