3 night Mini Cruise Break to Ribe & Esbjerg from Harwich 

Enjoy everything Esbjerg has to offer

After a relaxing stroll round the town of Esbjerg you'll soon notice the imposing gothic Water Tower - a visit here affords some great views across the harbour and marshlands.

The Fisheries and Maritime Museum is one of the town's premiere attractions, where you can see Denmark's native sea life up close in its impressive, well stocked aquarium. The museum's seal and mink enclosures are also very popular.

Other attractions include the Esbjerg Museum of Art, the Printing Museum - and if you fancy a walk, you can visit the well-known Man Meets the Sea statues - around 45 minutes from town.

If you prefer more relaxing activities, the town centre offers some excellent shopping opportunities, great cafés - and a real taste of Denmark.

Relaxing Ribe...

Only 40 minutes from the port in Esbjerg, Ribe is a delightful and relaxing short break to Denmark. Often overlooked by many Ribe is one city that always over delivers in meeting your expectations.

For couples

The medieval town of Ribe has many exciting museums, shops, restaurants and well-preserved buildings to discover. It has the oldest existing town hall in Denmark, where you can see some macabre exhibits including the executioner’s sword in its debtors’ prison. During the summer months as the clock strikes 10, you can follow the night watchman as he walks through the ancient streets, singing the watchman song and telling tales of the town’s history.

For families

Enjoy a family break to Ribe and discover the nature and wildlife of the nearby Waddensea and marshlands at the Waddensea centre or take a trip to the beautiful Mandø Island, with its unique birdlife, on the tractor-drawn bus. For some beautiful white sandy beaches, head to Rømø island or Fanø - which you can explore on foot, bike or horseback.

For friends

Head to the Ribe Viking Centre for displays and re-enactments of what it was like to live in AD 800 under Viking rule – alternatively a visit to the Det Lille Ølhus or Beer House could be a pleasant way to pass the day as you sample some of the finest local ales.

Your time onboard the ferry to Denmark

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 in the Columbus Lounge bar as you sail to Esbjerg.

Relax with a drink

Head to the Columbus Lounge for one of your favourite drinks and live music. Enjoy the comfortable surroundings and relaxed atmosphere as you listen to a few classics. There is a wide variety of drinks from wine, cocktails and spirits to choose from.

Entertainment all night

Staying in your comfortable cabin, you can order the latest blockbusters with our films on demand package. Spend time browsing through the great deals onboard with a wide selection and premium brands of perfume, aftershave, fashion, sunglasses, beer, wine, tobacco and more.

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 carvery 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:

From 01/11/2012, there will be a schedule change for the Winter months: Find out more