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Save 30% now to your cabin booking to DFDS Wildlife mini-cruise ORCA from Amsterdam to Newcastle for travel through October 5, 2023. The trips are bookable from!

Get ready for an unforgettable adventure! You and your family or friends can experience a unique wildlife mini-cruise from Amsterdam to Newcastle.

Best of all, you’ll have the opportunity to explore the fascinating world of marine wildlife in the North Sea and help protect it, together with the UK marine conservation organization ORCA.

Visit the DFDS ORCA Wildlife Center to Deck 7 of King Seaways at the front of the ship. There, Mathilde and Eilidh, DFDS marine conservation experts, will be waiting for you. Here you will have a fun and unforgettable time!

Please note that the times for wildlife viewing on to outside deck depend on the weather and are announced over loudspeakers.

DFDS Wildlife mini cruise ORCA Holland-England

• Wildlife mini cruise ORCA Amsterdam-Newcastle
• from 70€ per person
• 30% discount to standard cabins
• Duty free store
• Activities for children & adults
• Wildlife monitoring with ORCA
• Booking period: until June 13, 2023
• Travel period: May 24 – October 5, 2023

Get ready to discover the fascinating world of marine animals while contributing to their conservation. Book your wildlife mini-cruise with DFDS now!

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Enjoy to following benefits on your trip from Amsterdam to Newcastle with DFDS:

• Restaurants, bars and duty-free store on board
• Included bus transfer to Newcastle city center
• Experience first-hand expert knowledge of the marine world, free of charge and just for you! Get ready for an unforgettable experience to high seas!
• From price based on 2 adults to a 2-person inside cabin
• Book until June 13, 2023

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• Book between May 23 and June 13, 2023 and receive a 30% discount to your cabin
• Travel between May 24 and October 5, 2023
• The discount does not apply to Commodore cabins
• Only to King Seaways departures
• Valid only for new bookings and not in combination with other promotions/discounts
• This offer is subject to product availability, blackout periods apply
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Our Ocean Conservation programmes closer to home are a key part of ORCA's education and outreach work, and we deliver these in the North Sea, Hebrides, English Channel and Bay of Biscay each year. Working in close partnership with our long-standing friends at Brittany Ferries, DFDS, and Caledonian MacBrayne, ORCA’s Ocean Conservationists spend several months working at sea on their vessels, meeting tens of thousands of passengers while carrying out deck watches.

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Former names: princess of norway, fjord norway, spir, spirit of tasmania, peter pan.

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Princess Seaways ferry current location is at North Sea (coordinates 54.06661 N / 0.81511 E) cruising at speed of 15.8 kn (29 km/h | 18 mph) en route to NCL-IJM. The AIS position was reported 2 minutes ago.

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MS Princess Seaways ferry is a Ro-Ro passenger vessel operated by the Denmark-based company DFDS SEAWAYS . The ship has a max capacity of 1290 passengers and 550 cars and 85 trucks (trailers). The vessel was launched in 1986 and currently operates on the England-Holland ferry route Newcastle - IJmuiden (crossing time 15,5 hours).

As cruise ferry, Princess Seaways has a total of 478 cabins with 1320 berths. All staterooms are air-conditioned and with en-suite bathrooms. The ferry company provides bed linens, towels, and toiletries. All cabins offer as complimentary amenities bedding, bathroom (WC, shower, washbasin, towels), large mirror, LCD TV (except standard and economy cabins), writing desk with chair, clothes storage (hooks and hangers), European plug points (220V 2-pin sockets).

• COMMODORE-class are premium outside cabins in categories Commodore and Commodore De Luxe. All Commodore-class cabins are fitted with mini-bar (complimentary drinks), mirrored vanity / writing table with chair, LCD TV, hairdryer, double bed (non-convertible to twins), bedside table-cabinets, reading lamps, wardrobe, seating area (1 round table with 2 armchairs), 2 porthole windows (square-shaped, non-opening). Bonus COMMODORE-class amenities include room service and complimentary hot buffet breakfast.
• Commodore De Luxe cabins additionally receive exclusive access to COMMODORE DELUXE LOUNGE. The lounge is open 24-hour (boarding card access). There are offered unlimited snacks and beverages (pastries, cakes, cookies, fruits, wine and beer by the glass, tea-coffee, soft drinks, juices, bottled mineral water), complimentary use of Wi-Fi Internet, newspapers, magazines.
• DOUBLE BED cabins (a total of 39 inside staterooms) have non-convertible double beds.
• STANDARD cabins are with 2-4 bunk beds (1 lower + 1 upper, or 2 lower + 2 upper), but also can be booked as singles, doubles, and triples.
• SEAVIEW cabins are outside staterooms for 1 to 5 passengers, with available 2-4-bed rooms and 5-bed (family cabins with 3+2 bunks).
• ECONOMY cabins are 4-bed inside staterooms located on lower decks, each equipped with 4 bunk beds (2 lower plus 2 uppers).
• STANDARD and ECONOMY cabins are also with en-suite bathrooms.
• ACCESSIBLE cabins are with linoleum flooring, 2 fixed twin beds (lower), 2 small desks with drawers and chairs, mirror, larger bathroom (raised toilet seat, seated shower, rails).

Some staterooms are wheelchair-accessible (adapted for disabled passengers). DFDS Seaways ferries also have the so-called "Pet Cabins", which are outside (with porthole), with vinyl flooring and bookable only via phone.

• For passengers with disabilities are available 2x outside and 1x inside cabins.
• Onboard lifts are suitable for wheelchairs and connect all decks (except Deck 4). Elevators are sized 107x 143 cm, with entrance door width 85 cm. Disabled toilets are available only in handicap cabins.
• Travelers with pets must book a whole cabin (quad occupancy). The animals must be transported in pet cages. Dogs (even service dogs) must be leashed and muzzled. Access to dog toilet area is provided. Dogs are not allowed in any public areas (indoor and outdoor), except registered assistance dogs.

The boat additionally offers a spacious Reserved Seating Lounge with reclining seats (aircraft-type seats) available for pre-booking.

All passengers must vacate their staterooms 30 min prior to homeport arrival. Passenger registration ends 1-hour prior to ferry departure.

Shipboard facilities, dining, and entertainment

As facilities, the Princess Seaways ship offers:

• (Deck 1) two Cinemas
• (Deck 5) Kennels
• (Deck 7) Observation Lounge; Information Desk / Reception / Guest Service Centre - Lobby area with Reception Desk and Bureau de Change (purser, ATM cash machine); 7 Seas Buffet Restaurant (offers hot dishes, cold appetizers, desserts, soft drinks)
• (Deck 8) Explorer's Restaurant (steakhouse) offers all-you-can-eat Explorers Kitchen buffet with an array of international dishes; Blue Riband Restaurant (a la carte); Lounge Bar; Latitude Cafe serves beverages, cocktails, coffee drinks, light snacks, gourmet sweets, fresh fruits and juices, premium ice-cream; Children's Play Room "Kidz Club" is an indoor playground supervised by dedicated staff and fitted with ball pool, large HDTV (for watching cartoons), kids art tables (for drawing). There is also a free kids' entertainer, as well as a games room for teenagers.
• (Deck 9) Sports Bar is fitted with large HDTVs (satellite reception) for watching live sporting and musical programs; Amusement Games; Casino (blackjack, roulette); Columbus Night Club / Disco Bar Lounge; Smoking Areas
• (Deck 7, Deck 9) Tax-Free Sea Shops are duty-free priced boutiques / convenience store selling special occasion gifts and souvenirs, alcohol (brand spirits, wines), tobaccos, luxury-brand perfumes and cosmetics, jewelry, watches, sunglasses, leather goods, confectionery, fashion clothing and accessories, toys, electronics and gadgets, gourmet sweets, handmade teas and spices. Special offers (shopping promotions) are offered on each ferry crossing. Payments can be made in cash or via bank cards (VISA, MasterCard, EuroCard). Among the premium brands represented onboard are Versace, Elizabeth Arden, Tommy Hilfiger, Moschino, Paco Rabanne, Carolina Herrera, Hugo Boss, Gucci, L'Oreal, DKNY, Givenchy, Dolce-Gabbana, Face Inc.
• (Deck 10) Sky Bar with outdoor terrace seating and sundeck area; (Deck 10) Commodore Deluxe Lounge (exclusive bar lounge for Commodore-Clas passengers only) is the spot for travelers looking for extra privacy where they can enjoy complimentary coffees, teas, cold drinks, snacks, newspapers.
• (Deck 12) Mermaid Bar (Outside Deck Bar)
• Wildlife Watching Experience (led by ORCA/wildlife charity) allows passengers to learn about the wildlife in the North Sea.
• Reserved Seating Lounge is fitted with comfortable Pullman seats (fully-reclining leather armchairs) and large HDTVs.

(Deck 12) The ship's top-deck is a Heli Deck with a helipad (helicopter landing area used in cases of emergency).

All onboard emergency instructions are displayed at the ship's assembly stations (aka muster stations). Life jackets are issued at the assembly stations. In case of emergency, the use of elevators/passenger lifts is forbidden.

DFDS offers 2-night mini-cruise ferry deals (from both Newcastle and Amsterdam ) with different packages inclusive of stateroom, onboard dining, and entertainment, bus transfers (from homeport). As package extensions can be added hotel stay and travel to local sights and attractions. Seasonal mini-cruises additionally include themed onboard activities and events (parties, games, live entertainment).

Garage decks can accommodate trucks (trailers), cars, caravans, motorhomes, motorcycles, and bicycles - all without baggage restrictions. Follows a list of car decks related safety procedures:

• Disabled passengers or those requiring specific assistance should visit the ship's Information Desk (open 24-hours).
• Apply handbrake and place the vehicle in park or 1st gear position. Switch off the ignition, alarm, electrical equipment, headlights. Gas cylinders, if any, must be switched off. Lock the vehicle.
• From your vehicle take only valuables and essential hand baggage.
• Make a note of your vehicle's location and garage deck number/stairway before leaving the car deck.
• Access to the ship's vehicle (cargo) decks during the voyage is prohibited.
• Smoking on vehicle decks, as well as in cabins and passenger lounges is forbidden.
• Wait for the onboard announcement before returning to your vehicle.
• In order to avoid air pollution, don't start the engine until instructed.

The shipowner DFDS Seaways ( fleet , 1866-founded, headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark ) is a Danish shipping company that operates passenger and freight ferry services in Northern Europe.

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Previously, the vessel was operated under the names Peter Pan (1986-1993), Spirit of Tasmania (1993-2002), MS Spir (2002-2003), Fjord Norway (2003-2006), Princess of Norway (2006-2011) and Princess Seaways (since 2011). From the same Peter Pan-Class are the ferries King Seaways , GNV Cristal , GNV Atlas , Cotentin .

The ship was launched on November 30, 1985, and entered service on June 2, 1986 (inaugural cruise). Originally the ferry (Peter Pan) was owned by TT LINE. In the period 1993-2002, the ship was chartered (as Spirit of Tasmania) by Tasmania's Government for the Bass Strait daily crossings on the Australia-Tasmania route Melbourne - Devonport (travel time 15 hours). In September 2002, the vessel was laid up in Sydney NSW and put out on sale. In 2003, it was sold to FJORD LINE and drydock-refitted in Frederikshavn Denmark (at Orskov Yard). Renamed "Fjord Norway", in 2003-2005 the ferry served the Norway-Denmark route Bergen - Haugesund -Egersund-Hanstholm. In 2005-2006 it operated the UK-Norway route Newcastle-Bergen (via Stavanger ).

In November 2006, the ship was acquired by DFDS, renamed "Princess of Norway", drydock-refurbished in Frederikshavn and deployed for Newcastle-Bergen service (via Stavanger and Haugesund). The Newcastle-IJmuiden service started in May 2007, together with the fleet mate King of Scandinavia (now King Seaways).

The ship is powered by four MAK marine diesel engines (model Krupp 8M552) with combined power output 19,9 MW.

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Our mini cruise from Newcastle to Amsterdam is our most popular break, and it’s easy to see why. It’s the perfect way to take a short break to one of the most fascinating cities in Europe , as well as enjoying a cruise experience onboard our comfortable, modern ships.

But what exactly is a mini cruise? And what can you expect if you book one? Well, in this blog we’ll take you through the trip from boarding to bed, to breakfast and back again.

All aboard!

Our ferry departs from the port in North Shields , near Newcastle, every evening at 5pm, so be sure to leave yourself plenty of time to check in and don’t forget your passport ! We recommend turning up at least 90 minutes before departure, but even earlier if you have any special requirements, and please let us know in advance if you do.

Not to worry though, as you can grab something to eat at our port café-bar , pick up a couple travel items at the shop or play on the arcade games. Royal Quays outlet is also just up the road, about 10 minutes away.

At check-in, you’ll be able to pre-purchase meals (and save compared to onboard prices), upgrade your cabin and add other extras if you wish. So if you’re looking for a way to make your mini cruise extra special, then look no further.

Once you’ve checked in you will pass through security and you’ll be able to board.

Cosy Cabins

Once you’ve boarded, you’ll be directed to your cabin where you can drop your luggage. We have a range of different cabins , all in different sizes and with different capacities, so no matter what your budget, and how many are travelling, we’ll have something for you. Our cabins range from 2-bed to 5-bed, plus we have standard inside, sea view and economy options, all with en suite facilities.

However, we know some of you will be thinking about taking a more luxurious trip, so that’s why we also offer premium Commodore and Commodore De Luxe cabins which include a TV, seating areas, a complimentary minibar and more. Commodore De Luxe customers will also get entry to the Commodore Lounge , where you can enjoy snacks, drinks and prosecco as you sail. Now that’s what we call sailing in style!

Eat, Drink and be Merry

Our ferries aren’t just a means of transport. At DFDS we believe that your journey should be every bit as fun as the time you spend in your destination, so that’s why we’ve packed our ships full with facilities and amenities to ensure you have a pleasant and enjoyable crossing.

You’ll find 4 restaurants to choose from, with food suitable for even the pickiest eaters. For a taste of the Mediterranean, head to Little Italy and choose from a range of pizza and pasta dishes suitable for all the family. The Blue Riband à la carte is a little bit posher, but no less accessible, with meat and poultry dishes, plus meals suitable for vegetarians. Our Explorers Steakhouse is one of our most talked-about dining experiences, serving up juicy, succulent steaks and sides still-sizzling to you.

Our most popular restaurant, however, is the 7 Seas all-you-can-eat buffet . So if you’re looking to stuff yourself silly on your journey, then look no further. You’ll have a choice of over 80 dishes from all over the world, plus delicious desserts and family-friendly meals too, so there’s no need to worry about finding something you’ll love.

Entertainment

Once you’ve had your fill of the delicious food onboard, we’re sure you’ll want to get your holiday started properly, and that’s why our ships are packed with things to do for travellers of all ages!

If you’re travelling with your family, then your kids will love the Kidz’ Club and the children’s entertainer, or our arcade games area. We also have shops onboard selling fashion, fragrance, toys, gifts and souvenirs , where you can spend some of your holiday money and indulge yourself in some retail therapy.

Our onboard cinema plays the latest Hollywood blockbusters and is perfect for couples or families, so you can grab a bag of popcorn and enjoy a thriller, a comedy or something a little bit more romantic.

For the grown-ups, we have a number of onboard bars where you can relax and grab a beer, sip a cocktail or a glass or two of fine wine. Our Columbus Club hosts live music and entertainment from a house band, acoustic troubadour and entertainer, and then later on you can dance the night away before you head back to your cabin for a good night’s sleep.

The most important meal of the day…

Those of you sensible enough to book a breakfast, and disciplined enough to get up early, before docking at 9.30am, can enjoy the delights of our breakfast buffet . With hot and cold breakfast options, including everything you’ll need to make yourself a full English, as well as pastries, fruit, cereal and plenty more.

Once you’ve disembarked, you’ll be directed to a number of transfer coaches which will take you from our port in IJmuiden to Amsterdam , approximately 40 minutes away, and then the day is yours to do with as you please!

Amazing Amsterdam

You’ll have anything up to 5 hours in Amsterdam, so more than long enough to explore but short enough that you won’t be left hanging around, and with so much to do in the Dutch capital, the hardest thing will be deciding on what you pack into your day.

Amsterdam was home to some of the most famous artists in history, and now is home to some of Europe’s foremost art museums, such as the Rijksmuseum with its collection of Rembrandt works and the Van Gogh Museum , hosting the great eponymous artist’s most brilliant masterpieces.

Take a cruise through the city’s canals and in just an hour you can see 100 of the city’s highlights . It’s a great way to get to know the city if it’s your first time, or to see the sights in an entirely new way if you’ve been before.

The Dutch capital is also a great shopping destination, with areas such as the 9 Streets including everything from boutiques to brands, and is well-stocked for bars and restaurants as well as Brown Cafés , similar to English pubs, and Grand Cafés , which are a little more ornate, and a great place to people-watch.

Between 3 and 4pm, our coaches will arrive in Amsterdam to pick you up. Your driver will have told you where to report back to when you first arrived in Amsterdam in the morning. These coaches will whisk you back to port so you can enjoy another night onboard, before arriving back in North Shields at 9am the next morning.

Whew, what a fun, non-stop trip!

Themed Mini Cruises

Our mini cruise is our most popular short break, and our themed mini cruises are another way to enjoy a short break to Amsterdam with a cruise experience.

Our North Sea Sounds music cruises include concerts from world-famous music artists and DJs. In the past we’ve welcomed ABC, The Christians, the Craig Charles Funk & Soul Show, Smoove & Turrell and plenty more onboard to entertain our customers as they sail.

If you’re an animal lover then our Amsterdam Artis Zoo mini cruise is ideal for you. You’ll spend a day at one of Europe’s oldest and most well-renowned zoos, with hundreds of animals of all species and types to discover. Alternatively, our Marine Wildlife mini cruise – in association with dolphin and whale charity ORCA – will give you an education on the animals it’s possible to see from the deck of our ship, including dolphins, whales, birds and more.

Our Halloween cruise is enormously popular, with a hotly-contested fancy dress competition and other themed fun, while our New Year’s Eve mini cruise includes 3 nights onboard, plus an open bar on New Year’s Eve, and the chance to see the famous Amsterdam fireworks at midnight from the deck!

So if all of this has got you in the mood for a quick jaunt to the Dutch capital, then be sure to head to our website for more information, ideas and inspiration!

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When purchasing Duty Free , there is a limit to the number of products you can bring back. Take a look at our handy infographic for clear information on how much Duty Free you can land. Your Allowance will vary depending on whether you are travelling to an EU country from the UK or returning to the UK from the EU.

“Duty Free” is the term commonly used to describe products that are exempt of excise duty & tax. As the UK will officially become a non-EU country, excise duty will no longer need to be paid on the products sold in our onboard shops when we sail to countries within the EU.

The last time we had Duty Free on our UK routes was 1999 when it was decided that Duty Free shopping for passengers travelling between two EU countries would come to an end. Now the UK will no longer be an EU country, Duty Free will once again be available onboard our routes from the UK to Europe.

Duty Free will be available on the following routes:

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You can now browse and reserve great duty free deals in the comfort of your own home with our Reserve & Collect service.

Duty Free and tax free shopping will be available on products in our onboard shops including:

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• 42 litres of beer
• 18 litres of still wine (24x75cl bottles)
• 4 litres of spirits or strong liquor over 22% abv or 9 litres of sparkling wine or fortified wine or other alcoholic dinks less than 22% abv)

Tobacco 200 cigarettes or 100 cigarillos or 50 cigars or 250g tobacco or 200 sticks of tobacco for heating or any proportional combination

Any other goods £390 worth of any other goods such as fragrance & cosmetics, gifts, souvenirs or electrical products

In order to declare any tax or duty owed before arrival in the UK please use this link: https://www.gov.uk/duty-free-goods/declaring-goods

Once per season we employ an independent company to survey the prices of wine & spirit products at selected high street retailers to create an average high street price. We then use this average high street price as a benchmark to show the savings available when buying in our duty free sea shops onboard. For all other categories the recommended retail price is used as the benchmark to show our savings.

A quick check of your driver manual will give you the maximum load allowance of your specific car.

Allow for 1.1 kgs per bottle of wine, 1.3kgs per bottle of champagne / sparkling wine and around 12kgs per case of beer. Meaning that your full allowance per person would weigh...

24 Bottles of Wine: 26kgs on average 4 Litres of Spirits: 6kgs on average 42 litres of beer: 42 kgs on average

= under 75 kgs ( approximately equivalent to one passenger )

We have hundreds of duty (and tax) free deals in-store and you can save up to 50% versus the UK high street.

Our tasting area is designed to make choosing which wines to buy less stressful, help you discover new things and make sure that when you leave, you have made the right choices for your taste.

All our staff are bilingual, rest assured we are here to help.

We accept payment in Sterling or Euro Cash (we recommend that you pay sterling cash to guarantee the advertised sterling price). Please note that all cards are processed in Euros. Therefore you may pay a little more or a little less depending on the euro to sterling conversion rate used by your card provider on the day.

Absolutely. We've launched our our Reserve & Collect Service so you can select your shopping from the comfort of your home or you can email us on [email protected] or [email protected] to make sure we reserve the products that you need in advance of your visit.

We are open from 8.00 am to 10pm, 7 days a week in Calais and from 8.30 am to 7.30 pm in Dunkerque.

We change our offers every couple of months and benchmark our savings claims against the RRP in the UK.

We try hard to be as close as possible to the going exchange rates, so we set our rate monthly.

No problem at all. You have not paid for the order so just let us know and we can amend the collection date or cancel for you.

Regrettably, the rules that apply to Duty Free Sales prevent us from being able to deliver. All goods must cross the border with their owners.

Absolutely. Nothing is set in stone until you get to the in-store payment stage. If you change your mind and let us know up to 24hours before collection we will amend it. We can also amend in-store when you are here if you change your mind.

If you have any questions that aren’t covered here, send us an email on [email protected] or [email protected] and we will be in touch within 24hours to answer your query.

Duty Free routes

Dover-Calais Ferry Crossings

Hop aboard our most popular ferry crossing, Dover to Calais, and arrive in Calais in just 100 minutes. There are many ways to spend time onboard, from dining to duty free shopping.

Dover-Dunkirk Ferry Crossings

With a journey time of just 2 hours, our Dover to Dunkirk ferry crossing gives you access to Belgium, France, the Netherlands and more. Enjoy dining and duty free shopping on board.   

Newcastle-Amsterdam Ferry Crossings

If you’re travelling to Holland from the north of England, our Newcastle to Amsterdam ferry crossing is your best option. Sail overnight and enjoy maximum comfort, duty free shopping and fantastic entertainment throughout the day.  

Newhaven-Dieppe Ferry Crossings

Arrive in Dieppe in 5 hours with our Newhaven to Dieppe ferry crossing. Enjoy our facilities while you sail, including restaurants and an onboard shop.