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Keukenhof Gardens

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Mini Cruise to Keukenhof Gardens

Take a mini cruise from Newcastle to Keukenhof Gardens, near Amsterdam, and you can enjoy some of the most beautiful public flower gardens in the world, as well as 2 nights onboard our modern, comfortable cruise ferry.

2 nights onboard

Coach transfers to & from Keukenhof

Entrance tickets to Keukenhof Gardens

Around 5 hours to explore the park

Daily departures between 20th March and 9th May

Day 1

14.30

Check-in opens

16.15

Check-in closes

17.00

Ferry leaves North Shields for Holland

Day 2

09.30

Arrive IJmuiden, Holland

10.15

Coach departs for Keukenhof Gardens

14.30

Coach departs Keukenhof for IJmuiden terminal

17.30

Depart IJmuiden for North Shields

Day 3

07.30

Breakfast available onboard

09.15

Arrive in North Shields

Keukenhof Gardens

Keukenhof is the most beautiful spring garden in the world, with over 7 million plants set across more than 30 gorgeous and colourful flower showcases, rotating each week, for you to wander with that special someone. Take a guided tour for free, or cruise along the scenic canal route in a whisper boat for a unique view of the gardens. As well as the stunning floral displays, there are also 5 restaurants and shops where you can buy plants, arts and crafts plus bulbs at great prices.

Throughout March, April and May there are a range of flower shows and special events taking place in Keukenhof, which you can find out more about on the gardens’ website.

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.

Our Cabins

Double bed cabin onboard Newcastle-Amsterdam

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.

Seaview cabin onboard Newcastle-Amsterdam

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.

Commodore Cabin Onboard Newcastle-Amsterdam

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.

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Blooming Brilliant

Keukenhof is a wonderful place to take that special someone, but is also great for families, with plenty to do for children, including a scavenger hunt, playground and petting zoo. The gardens’ showcases offer visitors the opportunity to see the prize blooms of leading flower arrangers as well as the latest trends in the gardening world.

Two Night Mini Cruise

Our Amsterdam cruises always provide a great experience, whether you’re looking to relax , dance the night away, or spend some time with friends and family over a great dinner. With comfortable cabins in a range of prices, an amazing maritime atmosphere, and dedicated staff, our cruise ships mean it is always a great time to take an Amsterdam mini break.

Please note: Bus transfers to and from Amsterdam are part of the overall cost of the Mini Cruise package. You will be provided your cabin price first and bus transfer prices will then be shown separately.

Terms & conditions apply. ABTOT provides protection for your booking as set out in section 19 of our booking conditions.

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Thank you to everyone who has supported us and voted for us for over 12 years. Let’s sail the seas together with world class service!

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