Kids Mini Cruise
Kids on a mini cruise with the whole family
For both kids and adults, traveling on our luxury cruise is a true experience! Travel all together on KidsCruise to Newcastle. In this British city you will find the Great North Museum, where you can view a T-Rex skeleton. You can also spot dolphins, porpoises and whales in the ORCA Wildlife center as part of your journey.
Private en suite cabins
Excellent onboard facilities
Activities for both children and adults
Book by December 20th
Kids travel for free
Price above is based on 2 adults and 2 children
MiniCruise Newcastle
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
Family fun
For children, traveling by ferry is one big adventure! When onboard they will meet Jack the Pirate and play in the Kidz 'Club, while the parents enjoy a drink. On KING Seaways you can learn all about life in the North Sea at the ORCA CENTER. Newcastle has so much to offer. Spend one day visiting the medieval castle Keep or the football stadium, or enjoy shopping in the city centre.
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.
Cabins
Commodore De Luxe cabins
Our Commodore De Luxe cabins are our most luxurious options onboard Amsterdam to Newcastle crossing. If you travel on KING Seaways you will also have access to an exclusive lounge.
Commodore Cabins
Enjoy smooth sailing between Amsterdam and Newcastle in our premium Commodore cabins.
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.
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.
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 Entertainment
Bars
There’s a range of bars on our ferries, each with a different atmosphere.
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.
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.
Family Travel
Sea travel is very exciting for children and our ferries provide a range of entertainment for all ages.
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 2026 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.
Prices are subject to availability. Telephone booking fees apply. Terms and conditions apply.