Minicruises

Amsterdam Canal Cruise

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Including a free canal cruise

Minicruises

Amsterdam mini cruise including a free canal cruise

Set sail on a mini cruise to Amsterdam and experience a Lovers canal cruise!

The Lovers canal cruise takes you through the unique UNESCO World Heritage-listed canal district of Amsterdam. Soak up the culture and history of the city centre during your 1-hour canal cruise.

Admire the iconic Magere Brug (Skinny Bridge), see the stunning gables, marvel at the picturesque churches, and experience many other top attractions.

2 nights in a standard cabin

Duty Free shopping

Private en suite cabins

Delicious onboard cuisine

Complimentary 1 hour Lovers Canal Cruise

Book by 05 October 2022

Travel by 29 December 2022

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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

What to expect on a canal cruise

The Lovers ticket office is conveniently located just a short walk from where the DFDS transfer bus drops you off. For more information about the DFDS transfer and location, please click here.

During your canal cruise, sit back, relax and listen to recorded audio while you admire all the beautiful sights of Amsterdam. See the 16th and 17th century merchant buildings (Amsterdam’s Golden Age), where trade flourished and was reflected in elaborately decorated facades. After an hour of exploration, you will arrive back at Central Station to finish the tour.

There is still time to explore more of Amsterdam afterwards, before heading back to IJmuiden port for your last night onboard!

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

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

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.

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.

Family Travel

Sea travel is very exciting for children and our ferries provide a range of entertainment for all ages.

Ship Overview

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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.

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