Amsterdam mini cruise
Book your summer mini cruise to Amsterdam at half price!
Book your summer sea adventure with our mini cruise from Newcastle to Amsterdam!
Secure your crossing before the 17 July and save 50% on this unforgettable journey!
Relax onboard with the luxuries of our restaurants, bars, cinema, and Duty Free shop. Wake up refreshed and ready to spend a day exploring the Dutch capital, complete with bus transfers to and from the city centre.
Want to make your trip last longer? Check out our city break package to Amsterdam – now also with 50% discount!
Book now and set sail this summer with DFDS!
Private en suite cabins
Great Duty Free savings
Spend the day in Amsterdam
Delicious meals onboard
Travel from July to October.
Excellent choice of restaurants, bars and live entertainment onboard.
Bus transfer to Newcastle city centre included.
Top Tip: Choose a departure day from Sunday to Wednesday for the cheapest fares.
Day 1
Check-in opens
Check-in closes
Depart North Shields for Amsterdam
Day 2
Arrive in IJmuiden, Holland
Coach departs for Amsterdam city centre
Coach departs Amsterdam for IJmuiden terminal
Ship departs IJmuiden
Day 3
Breakfast available onboard
Arrive in North Shields
Embrace Amsterdam’s summer charm
A summer’s day is the perfect time to explore Amsterdam! Start with a leisurely stroll or bike ride along the picturesque canals, soaking in the vibrant atmosphere and charming architecture. Explore the city's iconic museums like the Van Gogh Museum or Rijksmuseum to immerse yourself in art and history.
For a moment of tranquility, head to one of the many lush parks such as Vondelpark or Westerpark. Don't miss the opportunity to savour Dutch street food at local markets or cafes, before getting back onboard for a relaxing crossing.
If you're tempted to extend your stay and immerse yourself further in this vibrant city, consider our city break package for an opportunity to spend more time exploring what Amsterdam has to offer.
*Terms & Conditions
Booking period: 30 May to 31 July 2025.
Travel period: 1 July to 30 September 2025.
Starting price is based on 2 people in a double inside cabin. A small supplement applies for other cabins.
The ETS charge is calculated in 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.
Bus transfers to and from Amsterdam are part of the total cost of the mini cruise package. You will get your cabin price first and the bus transfer prices will then be shown separately.
General DFDS terms and conditions apply.
Restaurants Onboard
Onboard Experience
Amsterdam Highlights
Amsterdam offers an abundance of attractions and activities, from fascinating cultural experiences and great shopping, to the iconic bicycles and 17th-century canals.
Explore the world famous museums, including the Van Gogh Museum, the Hermitage and the Rijksmuseum. Take a scenic canal cruise through Amsterdam to see the city in a whole new light.
Duty Free at DFDS
Shop Duty Free onboard our ferries from the UK and save up to 50% vs UK high street.
With huge savings on premium perfumes, cosmetics and alcohol and generous allowances you can stock up on great deals.
For bulk buys our Calais and Dunkerque Duty Free Shops at our ports are ideal with parking right outside. You can even browse Duty Free from the comfort of your own home with our Reserve & Collect service. Simply select your chosen products then collect and pay at our shoreside shops.
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.