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50% off Newcastle MiniCruise

From €90 p.p.*

Book your summer MiniCruise for the lowest price

Experience a summer adventure at sea with our MiniCruise from IJmuiden to Newcastle!

Book a 3-day MiniCruise to Newcastle until July 17 and save 50% on an unforgettable adventure! On board you can enjoy all the comforts of our restaurants, bars and cinema. At your destination you have a day to explore the city. Bus transfers from the port to the city center and back are included.

Who are you taking with you on a MiniCruise from IJmuiden to Newcastle this summer? Book now!

Private en suite cabins

Great Duty Free savings

Delicious onboard dining

Travel from July to October.

Excellent choice of restaurants, bars and live entertainment on board.

Coach transfers to Newcastle city centre included.

TIP: Choose a departure day from Sunday to Wednesday for the best rates.

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

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Ontdek de zomerse magie van Newcastle

Plan your MiniCruise now at an extra low price and experience the vibrant city of Newcastle in the North of England in the summer. Depart from IJmuiden and enjoy an unforgettable crossing full of comfort and entertainment for the whole family. With our generous summer offer of 50% discount, your next adventure is within reach: wander along the Quayside Market, admire the Tyne Bridges, and taste local delicacies in cozy pubs. Your trip to Newcastle in the summer is now more affordable than ever – so don't hesitate and take advantage of this deal!

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.

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.

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.

Newcastle Quayside Millennium Bridge and Baltic

Newcastle Highlights

Newcastle exudes metropolitan cool, offering something for everyone.

Art lovers can peruse the collections at the Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art or the Laing Art Gallery and sport fanatics can take a tour of St James’ Park. The Quayside boasts some of the city’s best bars and restaurants and is home to a fantastic Sunday market.

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 2025 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.

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