Holidays

Amsterdam Hotel Break

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Amsterdam hotel break

Short breaks to Amsterdam combine fun and relaxation as you sail between the UK and Holland. Our Amsterdam hotel break is perfect if you’re looking for a longer stay in the capital than on a mini cruise. You will enjoy 2 nights onboard, plus 1 to 2 nights in a carefully selected hotel.

With this break you’ll have plenty of time to explore every corner of Amsterdam, as well as enjoying the vibrant nightlife.

Change of plans? Our Travel Guarantee offers free rebooking on travel taken before 31 December 2020.

2 Nights Onboard

Private en suite cabins

Return coach transfers to City Centre

Travel Guarantee - free rebooking on crossings taken before 31 Dec 2020

1-2 nights in a selected hotel

Breakfast at your hotel

Day 1

14.30

Check-in opens

16.15

Check-in closes

17.00

Depart North Shields for Amsterdam

Day 2

09.45

Arrive in IJmuiden, Holland

10.15

Coach departs for Amsterdam city centre

15.30

Coach departs Amsterdam for IJmuiden terminal

17.30

Ship departs IJmuiden

Day 3

07.30

Breakfast available onboard

09.15

Arrive in North Shields

Awesome Amsterdam

Amsterdam is a hub of cultural activity. With fascinating galleries and museums for the history buffs, to 600 year old pubs if you fancy a quiet one, or outrageous nightclubs if you want to go large, and amazing independent boutiques for the shopaholics, Holland’s capital is ready with something for everyone.

Onboard Entertainment

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.

Bars

There’s a range of bars on our ferries, each with a different atmosphere.

Live entertainment onboard Newcastle-Amsterdam

Live Performances

There’s plenty to keep you entertained on your journey from Amsterdam to Newcastle, including live music and DJ sets to keep you dancing all night.

Cinema

Sit back and enjoy the latest Hollywood blockbusters in our onboard cinemas where you’ll find options for all ages.

Games Area

Our games area offers hours of fun for kids and adults alike on the crossing from Amsterdam to Newcastle.

Cabins onboard

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.

New Cabin Economy Cabin on Newcastle-Amsterdam ferry

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.

New Cabin Pet Friendly on Newcastle-Amsterdam ferry

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.

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.

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.

Amsterdam hotels

Holiday means relax, so let us take care of your hotel for you. With 5 carefully selected hotels across Amsterdam, you can choose from budget options to 4-star luxury accommodation. If you’d rather book your own hotel, then our cruise & stay break is for you, with 2 nights onboard and up to 3 nights in a hotel booked separately.

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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We were also once again recognised as having the best website in our industry – scooping both the European and World awards in 2024.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who voted, and to our passengers, colleagues and partners who contribute to our continued success – we couldn’t do it without you all.

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