Mini Cruise to Newcastle
Book your MiniCruise to Newcastle with 50% discount
Set sail on an unforgettable two-night MiniCruise from IJmuiden to Newcastle, where the journey is as exciting as the destination. Spend a day exploring the vibrant charm of the northern English city.
With our limited-time offer, this is the perfect excuse for a last-minute getaway!
Please note: Coach transfers to and from Newcastle are included in the total cost of the MiniCruise package. You will be given your cabin price first and coach transfer prices will be shown separately.
Private en suite cabin onboard
Bustransfer (optional)
Duty Free Shop
Breng de dag door in Newcastle
50% off your cabin for travel in February and March
Excellent choice of restaurants, bars and live entertainment on board
Daily sailings
No baggage limit
Child friendly with play area & FREE breakfast for children up to 11 years**
Day 1
Check-in opens
Depart IJmuiden for Newcastle
Day 2
Arrive in North Shields near Newcastle
First Coach departs for Newcastle city centre
Day at Leisure begins
Coach departs Newcastle for ferry terminal
Depart North Shields for Holland
Day 3
Breakfast buffet available onboard
Arrive in IJmuiden
Keep your eyes out for magical winter adventures in Newcastle
Be enchanted by Newcastle’s winter wonderland! Visit the Baltic, a beloved art gallery showcasing modern English works, the futuristic Glasshouse International Centre for Music concert hall, and historic sites such as Newcastle Castle! Enjoy English tea and scones, an English-style brunch, and stroll along the Tyne Quayside or through the atmospheric Winter Market in the city centre.
Extend your MiniCruise with an extra night and immerse yourself in the city’s enchanting winter atmosphere. With more time, you can discover Newcastle’s hidden gems, enjoy the warm cosiness of local cafés, and experience the city’s charm in the winter light.
*Booking conditions
Booking period: 7 February – 17 February 2025.
Travel period: 7 February – 31 March 2025.
Starting price is based on 2 people in a 2-person inside cabin. A small surcharge applies for other cabins.
The EU-ETS surcharge of €4,- p.p. is included in the starting price.
Only valid for new bookings and not in combination with other promotions/discounts.
Offer subject to availability.
Commodore cabins are excluded from this offer.
The coach transfers to and from Newcastle are part of the total cost of the MiniCruise package. You will first receive your cabin price and the coach transfer prices will then be shown separately.
**Children up to and including 11 years receive a free breakfast; children 0-3 years always eat free, children 4-11 years receive a free breakfast with every paying adult in 2025.
DFDS terms and conditions apply.
Onboard Experience
Cabins Onboard
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.