Cruise to the Dutch battlefields

DFDS Seaways’ new City Cruise Break to the Dutch Battlefields makes for a perfect getaway with your partner or friends who are interested in gaining a historical and cultural insight into the lives of the brave soldiers who gave their lives preventing the German advance into Holland.

The four-night Special Cruise Break to the Dutch Battlefields from Newcastle will provide you with a unique and powerful demonstration into the life and events that occurred during the Second World War and the Germans occupation of Holland.

Staying in Goch, close to the Dutch boarder, you will be given a guided tour of the parachutists landing point during Operation Market Garden, where thousands of brave soldiers died fighting to stop the German advance. This emotional tour finishes visiting a local Dutch vineyard before transferring to your hotel leaving you the evening to explore the city at your leisure.

After breakfast the following morning your be given the chance to explore the city of Arnhem, before visiting the Airborne museum set in a large country house used by General Urquhart in 1944, at the Battle for the Rhine Bridge. Here you will have the opportunity to walk around and view the extremely moving models and memorabilia that set a realistic and dramatic portrayal of life during WWII.

Included is two nights onboard cruise ferry in an en-suite cabin, one night stay in a three star hotel, live entertainment onboard cruise ferry, 2-day Battlefield tour including entrance into spa and swimming pool and entrance to the Liberation Museum, guided tour, coffee and liberation cake. Prices start from £219pp.

DFDS Seaways really does offer the best way to travel. With none of the stress of airports, simply sit back and enjoy the onboard experience. You will find shops, a cinema, live entertainment, bars and restaurants, including à la carte dining and the sumptuous all you can eat Scandinavian buffet. There is plenty to keep you entertained while you sail to your chosen destination.

For more information about the Battlefields Special Cruise Break or more information about the full range of short cruise breaks from DFDS Seaways or to book a break go to dfds.co.uk.