Ships Overview - Amsterdam to Newcastle

Ships Overview

We have two ships on our Amsterdam-Newcastle route – KING SEAWAYS and PRINCESS SEAWAYS.

The ships on this route are called cruise ferries as they boast a huge range of facilities and entertainment options to ensure you have an enjoyable crossing.

We pride ourselves on excellent customer service and are proud to have been named the World’s Best Ferry Operator and Europe's Leading Ferry Operator.

King Seaways

Built in 1987, this ship went through a major renovation in 2006 and has a wide range of restaurants, shops, bars, cafés, two cinemas, casino and children’s entertainment.

Technical Details:

Length/Width: 163m x 28m
Cars: 600
Cruising Speed: 21 Knots
Engine Output: 19,880 kW
Passengers: 1325
Year built: 1987
Cabins: 522
Renovated: 2006

View King Seaways Deck Plan

Princess Seaways

Built in 1986 this impressive ship was renovated in 2006 and has room for over 1,200 guests and 600 cars. The crew onboard are there to make your crossing memorable and enjoyable.

Technical Details:

Length/Width: 163m x 28m
Cars: 600
Cruising Speed: 21 Knots
Engine Output: 19,600 kW
Passengers: 1250
Year built: 1986
Cabins: 478
Renovated: 2006

View Princess Seaways Deck Plan

King Seaways

Disabled Cabins: Four outside cabins and two inside cabins - entrance door width 90 cm
Lifts: Suitable for normal sized wheelchairs
Two lifts from deck 6 to 7, measuring 108 cm x 144 cm - entrance door width 87 cm
Two twin lifts measuring 107 cm x 143 cm - entrance door width 90 cm
Disabled Toilet Facilities: Wheelchair-accessible public toilet on deck 9 - entrance door width 100 cm
Restricted Areas: Deck 5 has no lift access. Access to open decks for wheelchairs is on deck 10. Sky bar on deck 12 is only accessible by outside staircase.
Disabled access available on/off ship

Princess Seaways

Disabled Cabins: Two outside cabins and two inside cabins - entrance door width 88cm
Lifts: Suitable for normal sized wheelchairs
Two lifts from deck 5 to 6, measuring 108 cm x 144 cm - entrance door width 87 cm
Two twin lifts measuring 107 cm x 143 cm - entrance door width 85 cm
Disabled Toilet Facilities: In wheelchair accessible cabins only
Restricted Areas: Deck 4 has no lift access
Disabled access available on/off ship

Onboard Amsterdam-Newcastle

Ice cream dessert in North Sea Bistro on Newcastle to Amsterdam ferry

Food & Dining

Our unique dining experiences onboard include an international buffet and a luxurious à la carte restaurant when you sail between Amsterdam and Newcastle.

Sleeping

Our range of en suite cabins provide accommodation to suit every taste and budget on a ferry between Holland and the UK.

Duty Free Shopping

Join us on a ferry to Holland and enjoy unrivalled shopping facilities with savings of up to 50% against the high street.

Drinks in the bar onboard Newcastle-Amsterdam

Entertainment

Choose from partying the night away on a short break to Newcastle, or simply relaxing with a drink in hand.

Family Travel

Sea travel is very exciting for children and our ferries provide a range of entertainment for all ages.

WTA - World's Leading Ferry Operator 2025

Proudly named the World’s Leading Ferry Operator

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