3+ night Hotel Break to Amsterdam from Newcastle   

Your time onboard the ferry to Amsterdam

As soon as you step onboard you can go straight to your cabin but with all our cruise ferries have to offer you won't be there for long. Before sitting down to dinner you could treat yourself to some retail therapy - everything from clothes, perfumes and jewellery to wines, spirits and tobacco. There's even a variety of toys and games for children.

 Relax with a drink

We have a number of bars on board our ferries to Amsterdam, each offering something a little different. Enjoy the intimate atmosphere of the Navigator's or Compass Bar. But if you desire something with a little more sparkle the Columbus Club with its mix of live music and entertainment is certain to please.

Entertainment all night

Try your luck at the casino and enjoy the thrill of the roulette wheel or a game of blackjack all with cash prizes. Or take a trip to the movies and choose from a selection of the latest blockbuster films in our cinema.

Enjoy a delicious meal

Savour the choice of our cuisine and satisfy your appetite in one of our fantastic restaurants. We pride ourselves on the quality and range of our dishes, all prepared fresh on board by our experienced chefs. Feast on our all you can eat international buffet with its huge selection of hot and cold dishes and scrumptious desserts and cheeses. There are also meals for children who eat half price.

You may prefer to dine à la carte and can enjoy a top quality meal in intimate surroundings or treat yourself to a mouth watering tender steak cooked perfectly to your taste. Alternatively simply select a sandwich, snack or pastry from the cafe.

Short Breaks to Amsterdam

Steeped in history and packed with culture, Amsterdam is bursting with attractions for you to enjoy. The only hitch is deciding which attractions to visit on your short break to Amsterdam...

Get a feel for this picturesque city with a romantic canal cruise around it's intricate waterways, which have become Amsterdam's trademark.

Later why not explore the Museum Square (Museumplein) where you can choose from several famous museums - including the grand Rijksmuseum, or the ever-popular Van Gogh Museum.

And a wealth of superb restaurants and cafés make dining a real pleasure.

Whether you choose Madame Tussauds, Anne Frank's House, the Amsterdam Dungeon, or one of the famous diamond-polishing factories - the list of fascinating attractions give you some wonderful - if difficult - choices to make, as a short weekend break just won't be enough time to fit it all in.

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Hotels in Amsterdam

We have carefully selected 11 hotels in Amsterdam , providing you with peace of mind and quality reassurance when making your selection. We have hotels to suit all tastes and budgets.

Our best seller is the popular 3-star Ibis Centre near the railway station. We also have great value 2-star options for those on a budget, plus more 3-star hotels.

For a little luxury, the elegant 4-star Victoria Park Plaza and Park Plaza Vondelpark are popular choices. We also have two superb 5-star hotels. Please note some hotels have a minimum 2 night stay at weekends.

If you book one of our partner hotels, coach transfers from the port to the city centre - and in some cases directly to the hotel - and back are included in the price.

Your Trip at a Glance:

Day 1
14:30	Check-in opens.
16:30	Check-in closes.
17:00	Depart North Shields for Amsterdam.
Day 2
09:30	Arrive in Holland.
09:45	First coach departs IJmuiden ferry terminal for Amsterdam.
10:15	Coaches arrive in Amsterdam, depending on your hotel you will be dropped off at your hotel or close to it.
	Day at leisure
Day 3	Day at leisure
15:00	Coaches will start to pick you up from or close to your hotel.
16:00	Last coach departs from Amsterdam.
17:30	Depart Holland for North Shields.
Day 4
09:00	Arrive in North Shields.
Until 31st March, Sunday arrivals into Newcastle are 09:30 and Sunday arrivals into IJmuiden are 10:00.