Offers

Ferry Black Friday Offer

From

per person

Ferry Black Friday – Amsterdam Mini Cruise from £39 per person

Save 40% on our popular Amsterdam mini cruise! With overnight crossings and coach transfers to and from the stunning Dutch capital, it is the perfect opportunity to spend the day exploring Amsterdam’s vibrant city centre.

Book now, with dates available until the end of March 2023. Plus, you can take advantage of the best offers in our Duty Free Shop onboard for your Christmas shopping!

Don’t miss out! This offer is limited and only bookable till Wednesday 30 November.

Private en suite cabin onboard

Duty Free shopping

Return coach transfers to Amsterdam

Discover vibrant Amsterdam

Prices quoted are valid and calculated for 2 persons in a cabin

40% off cabins

Play area for children

Day 1

14.30

Check-in opens

16.15

Check-in closes

17.00

Depart North Shields for Amsterdam

Day 2

09.45

Arrive in IJmuiden, Holland

10.15

Coach departs for Amsterdam city centre

15.30

Coach departs Amsterdam for IJmuiden terminal

17.30

Ship departs IJmuiden

Day 3

07.30

Breakfast available onboard

09.15

Arrive in North Shields

Explorers Kitchen Breakfast - Newcastle to Amsterdam

Wildlife watching experience onboard Newcastle-Amsterdam

Mini cruise to Amsterdam

Whether it’s a getaway for two, a break with the kids or a shopping trip, set sail on a mini cruise to Amsterdam with DFDS  

Step onboard your crossing to Amsterdam and be prepared to relax. Indulge in some duty free shopping, sample some delicious cuisine in our restaurants or sit back with a drink and enjoy some live entertainment in our bars and onboard club.

Following a peaceful sleep in your en suite cabin, you’ll arrive at our port in IJmuiden ready to hop on to a bus transfer to Amsterdam and enjoy the day in the Dutch capital. In Amsterdam you will find world-class museums, the best shopping opportunities and delightful bars and restaurants.

Book your mini cruise to Amsterdam and enjoy a short break to Holland in autumn! 

Terms & conditions

From price per person is based on 2 people sharing an inside cabin. For other cabins, a surcharge may be applicable.
Choose a departure day from Sunday to Wednesday for the best price.
Booking period: now till Wednesday 30 November 2022
Travel period: now till Friday 31 March 2023

Restaurants

Explorer's Kitchen

Explorer’s Kitchen is our all-you-can-eat buffet restaurant, boasting international cuisine for every taste.

North Sea Bistro

North Sea Bistro offers an intimate and luxe dining experience, with a seasonal menu and stylish surroundings.

Coffee Crew Café

Head to our café, Coffee Crew, for Starbucks® coffee, tea, bottled drinks and freshly baked sweet treats.

Cabins

Commodore Cabins

Enjoy smooth sailing between Amsterdam and Newcastle in our premium Commodore 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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Championing the Seas!  

We're elated to announce that DFDS has once again retained its title as Europe’s Leading Ferry Operator at the 2024 World Travel Awards.

This accolade wouldn’t have been possible without you, our loyal passengers. Thank you for recognising the hard work of our exceptional team members who are dedicated to ensuring each voyage is as exceptional as the next.

Your ongoing support is the anchor to our success.

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