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YEAR 2008
Enjoy magical Christmas markets
and New Year's Eve fun
This festive season, DFDS Seaways are offering an extensive range of specially tailored trips across Europe. There's the ever popular Christmas markets to cities including Hamelin, Cologne and Copenhagen, a new six night river cruise break to Germany, as well as a fantastic all inclusive New Year mini cruise to Amsterdam with onboard evening celebrations to welcome in the New Year in style.
Combined with a relaxing journey across the sea onboard one of our cruise ferries, a selection of these breaks come with an overnight hotel stay. You are truly spoilt for choice with some fantastic destinations to choose from. Sailings depart from either Newcastle or Harwich and prices start from just £197 per person for a four night Christmas markets break to Bruges for example.
Whether you are looking for a pre-Christmas relaxing break, a spot of shopping to sort those last minute gifts or just a getaway to celebrate the end of the year, DFDS Seaways are offering the perfect choice of yuletide breaks to suit all. DFDS Seaways' cruise ferries offer numerous bars and restaurants, live entertainment, children's clubs, shopping and much more, meaning your holiday really does start the moment you step onboard.
NEW YEAR MINI CRUISE - from £286 per person - 2 nights
Enjoy the ultimate New Year experience and welcome in 2009 with a DFDS Seaways' New Year mini cruise. Choose between two all inclusive packages - silver or gold - and enjoy a delicious gala dinner, champagne and time in the cosmopolitan city of Amsterdam. Both trips include:
- Sight-seeing tour of Amsterdam and an opportunity to explore this fantastic city and its shopping, museums and art galleries - including coach transfers
- A free bar with selected drinks on both crossings and cake and champagne at midnight
- Departure Newcastle to Amsterdam 30th December
GOLD PACKAGE - from £370 per person - 2 nights
- Two nights onboard ship in a 2-berth Commodore cabin
- Includes breakfasts, dinner buffet and 4-course à la carte gala dinner with matched wines and champagne reception
SILVER PACKAGE - from £286 per person - 2 nights
- Two nights onboard ship in a 2-berth inside en-suite cabin
- Includes breakfasts, dinner buffet and gala dinner buffet
Christmas Markets
Get right into the Christmas spirit this festive season and visit one of Europe's magical Christmas markets, with DFDS Seaways. Sailing overnight from Newcastle or Harwich, these breaks include two nights onboard in a comfortable en suite cabin, with plenty of time to relax, unwind and enjoy the facilities onboard before reaching your destination. Also included with each trip is either one or two nights' hotel accommodation and coach transfers from the ship to your chosen hotel.
HAMELIN - from £207 per person - 4 nights
- Visit the Christmas markets of medieval Hamelin, home of the legendary Pied Piper. Explore this fairytale town where you will find wooden stalls selling gifts - pick up some truly unique German Christmas gifts or sample the delightful local food.
- Two nights bed and breakfast accommodation at the 4* Mercure Hotel (which offers a selection of bars, restaurants and a wellness centre)
- Departure Newcastle - Amsterdam 28 November and 10 December
BRUGES - from £197 per person - 4 nights
- Stroll through the charming cobbled streets, take a romantic horse-drawn carriage ride or visit the chocolate factory during your time in the historical Belgian city of Bruges. The city's atmospheric magic and pleasant surroundings mean there is plenty to do during your three day stay.
- Two nights bed and breakfast accommodation at the 3* Novotel Brugge Centrum Hotel (in the heart of the city and offers a poolside food square)
- Departure Newcastle - Amsterdam 7 and 13 December
COLOGNE - from £221 per person - 4 nights
- Visit Cologne, a major cultural centre of the Rhineland, with a vibrant arts scene. Take in all eight Christmas markets, the numerous concerts and the nativity set.
- Two nights bed and breakfast at the Marriot Cologne Hotel
- Departure Newcastle - Amsterdam 29 November and 13 December
MAASTRICHT & VALKENBURG - from £269 per person - 4 nights
- For a true Christmas fairytale experience, stay in Maastricht's old city centre, where you can spot reindeers or try out the outdoor ice rink. While in nearby Valkenburg you can explore the unique underground Christmas market, located in the town's caves. Here you will meet Santa and be amazed by the festive scenes and impressive mural carvings and sculptures
- Two nights bed and breakfast accommodation at the Eden Design Hotel
- Departure from Newcastle-Amsterdam 6 December 2008
COPENHAGEN - from £251 per person - 4 nights
- It is in winter that Tivoli Gardens are at their most magical. Visit the outdoor ice rink and the beautifully decorated Christmas stalls offering seasonal gifts for your loved ones as well as Danish specialities including mulled wine. This yuletide paradise is visited by almost a million people each year.
- Two nights bed and breakfast accommodation in the 4* Square Hotel
- Departure Harwich - Esbjerg 17 December
AARHUS - from £211 per person - 3 nights
- Step back in time and feel, smell and taste Christmas of the past with Christmas bazaars and period shops or visit the open air museum which is made up of 75 different period houses. During the Christmas period, the quaint streets of Aarhus are beautifully decorated with festive-themed exhibitions. This romantic city boasts small town charm with a touch of cosmopolitan
- One night bed and breakfast at the Scandic Plaza Aarhus Hotel
- Departure Harwich- Esbjerg- 30 November and 14 December
Festive River Cruise
TURKEY AND TINSEL - from £517 per person - 6 nights
Feast your eyes on the beautiful countryside and historic sites of Germany with a full-board river cruise along the romantic Rhine Valley. Enjoy excursions to the picturesque Dutch town of Volendam, absorb the cultural history of Cologne, visit Koblenz, check out Drosselgasse, popular for its open-air bars and bands, and finally enjoy a trip to Mainz.
Entertainment onboard is in true Christmas style with carols and a Santa Claus surprise ceremony with gifts, a Christmas dinner and also a festive gala dinner with music, dancing and midnight reception. This trip includes:
- Two nights onboard Newcastle - Amsterdam
- Return coach transfer Amsterdam- Germany
- Four nights river cruising on the Rhine on board the m.s. France
- All meals included
- Departure Newcastle- Amsterdam 22 and 26 November.
FESTIVE COTTAGE HOLIDAYS - from £249 per person - 9 nights
Choose from a range of festive cottage holidays in Demark, Holland or Belgium this festive period. There really is something for all whether it is a break for couples, families or groups. Take your pick from cottages located on pine fringed icy lakes or on white sandy beaches and enjoy home comforts in stunning locations. Spend your evenings in front of a cosy fireplace or in a restaurant sampling the fantastic local food. This type of break will offer you a magical escape at this busy time of year.
Simply pack-up your car with all you need for your cottage holiday and drive onboard. With DFDS Seaways there are no baggage restrictions meaning it is easy and stress free.
CLICK HERE to book your festive cruise.
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