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4 night Christmas Market Break to Cologne from Newcastle   

Enjoy the famous Cologne Christmas market - a taste of festive Germany with a loved one on this break with 2 nights at sea and 2 in a hotel.

What's Included:

• 2 nights in an en suite cabin

• Coach transfers to & from Cologne (approx. 3 hours 15 mins)

• 2 nights in the 4 Star Marriott Cologne Hotel

• Breakfast at hotel

• Live onboard entertainment
With 2 nights onboard one of our festive cruise ferries and 2 nights in Cologne's 4 star Marriott Hotel, you and your loved one will have plenty of time to relax together.

Your Christmas break in Cologne presents you with plenty of fantastic attractions - along with the 8 various Cologne Christmas markets themselves.

The famous twin-spired Cologne Cathedral is the centre-piece of this great city, but there are less obvious treats in store too; world-class museums, numerous theatres, the Philharmonic and Opera House - all of which make Cologne a world-class city.

Destination Information

For further information on Bruges including things to do and see and why it was voted in Europe's top 20 Christmas Markets by The Times, please visit our Cologne travel guide.



Marriott Cologne Hotel - bar and lounge area

Marriott Cologne Hotel - 4 star

Located in the heart of one of Germany's oldest cities, just a few minutes' walk from the main station, guests of the Cologne Marriott Hotel can easily visit the world-famous Cologne Cathedral, authentic Cologne breweries, opera house and the delightful Chocolate Museum.

More information on Marriott Hotel


Enhance your trip

Simply pre book your meals before you step onboard and upgrade to a commodore class cabin to make your journey even more comfortable and relaxing.

Upgrade to Sea View Cabin From £6pp
Upgrade to Commodore Cabin From £58pp


Your time onboard the ferry to Amsterdam

Once onboard the ferry there is a variety of activities for you to enjoy. Treat yourself to a snack or a meal in one of the cafés or restaurants, enjoy a spot of shopping as you travel and unwind as you sail to Amsterdam.

Relax with a drink

Order your favourite drink onboard

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

Choose from confectionary, cosmetics, fashion and more

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. Onboard Sea shops also provide the perfect opportunity for a spot of Christmas shopping for your family & friends.

Enjoy a delicious meal

Choose from fine cuisine cooked onboard as you sail to Amsterdam

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.


Your trip at a glance

Day 1
14:30 Check-in opens.
16:30 Check-in closes.
17:00 Depart North Shields for IJmuiden.

Day 2
09:30 Arrive in IJmuiden.
09:45 Coach departs IJmuiden for Cologne.
13:00 Arrive in Cologne and the Mariott Hotel. Explore Cologne at your leisure.

Day 3 Explore Cologne at you leisure and the Christmas markets on offer

Day 4
Morning at leisure.
13:00 Board the coach back to IJmuiden from your hotel.
16:30 Arrive at the terminal for check-in and boarding.
17:30 Depart IJmuiden for North Shields

Day 5
09:00 Arrive in North Shields

Until 31st March, Sunday arrivals into Newcastle are 09:30 and Sunday arrivals into IJmuiden are 10:00.

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