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Mini Cruises

Seasonal and Themed

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​​​SEASONAL & THEMED MINI CRUISES

Enjoy a seasonal or themed mini cruise to Holland and make your European city break one to remember!

We offer a great range of themed mini cruises which include special onboard entertainment as you sail, combined with time in Amsterdam. And throughout the year we also run seasonal mini cruises to different destinations on the continent.

Perfect for groups or friends and couples, these breaks are sure to make your short break with us even more memorable. For further information on all our breaks, please see our full mini cruise offering.

Mini Cruises

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Wildlife Mini Cruise to Amsterdam

Set sail on an ORCA Wildlife Mini Cruise to Amsterdam! With our fully organised trip, you’ll enjoy 2 nights onboard, coach transfers to the city & wildlife watching experiences.

Amsterdam
From
£75
pp*

Newcastle-Amsterdam Mini Cruise

Visit Amsterdam with a 2-night mini cruise which includes two nights onboard and explore vibrant Amsterdam.

Couple on deck of a DFDS ferry
From
£28
pp

Copenhagen-Oslo Mini Cruise

Join us onboard our 2-night mini cruise between Copenhagen and Oslo and immerse yourself in the relaxed and trendy Norwegian capital.

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Package Holiday
 

Amsterdam City Break

Discover our Amsterdam hotels and tailor your stay to enjoy the city's rich history, charming streets, world-class museums, and delicious cuisine. Immerse yourself in the unique atmosphere of Amsterdam.

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Self-Drive Dutch Holiday

Get away for a short trip to Holland with a hotel included in your package! Enjoy a trip with 2 nights onboard and a flexible number of nights in Amsterdam, The Hague, or Utrecht!

Travel Guides

Amsterdam Bridge

Amsterdam

Amsterdam’s eclectic city centre is a cornucopia of quirks. Fascinating museums, historic cafés, street art and more ensure you’re never bored.

Haarlem, Holland

Haarlem

If you're looking for a beautiful Dutch town that's smaller and more relaxed than Amsterdam, Haarlem is the perfect destination.

Ijmuiden lighthouse at night time

IJmuiden

Beautiful sandy beaches surround this quaint port city, perfect for nature and water sports lovers. It also enjoys proximity to other natural wonders like Zuid-Kennemerland National Park.

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Festivals and Events in Amsterdam

Choose one from many dance, music, food and family events organised in Amsterdam.

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Food in Amsterdam

Discover different cuisines in one of Europe's most multicultural cities.

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