DFDS is running a two-night Newcastle-Amsterdam cruise for £39.50 per person (£79 for two). Return transfers from Newcastle town centre are included, which saves you a good chunk on top.
The deal
Two nights aboard a DFDS ferry between Newcastle and Amsterdam. Departures run Sundays to Wednesdays from 5th October through 31st December. Return transfers from Newcastle town centre are included in the price. You're looking at roughly 14 hours sailing each way.
Why we like it
The price is genuinely sharp — especially given DFDS has put fares up across most routes recently. You get a cabin, meals, and the transfers bundled in, so there's not much hidden. Midweek sailings keep it quiet compared to weekend runs, which means fewer families and stag parties cluttering the deck.
One thing to clock: this is a mini-cruise, not a stopover package. You're paying for the ferry crossing and two nights in a cabin rather than a traditional city break. If you want to spend real time in Amsterdam itself, you might find three nights tight. Also check what's included with your cabin — some DFDS fares are bare-bones on meals depending on the tier you book.
How to book
Head to DFDS directly. The dates run Sunday to Wednesday departures only through the end of December, so plan around that window. Book soon if the dates suit you — prices like this don't typically stick around long once they get noticed.
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