Summer holiday season is here, but with 2026 getaways already booked, many travellers are looking ahead to 2027 trips. For those with a cruise on their travel bucket list, the Port of Tyne offers numerous European adventures. Whether holidaymakers want to explore the rugged Scottish Highlands, witness the dramatic landscapes of Scandinavia, or soak up the sun on European coastlines, there are 30 cruises to choose from in 2027. This option provides a fuss-free holiday, combining travel, accommodation, food, drink, and entertainment in one package.
For shorter journeys, DFDS runs the Newcastle to Amsterdam Mini Cruise from the Port of Tyne daily, priced from £75 per person. This two-night ferry trip is popular for short breaks and weekend getaways. The two main cruise operators from the Port of Tyne—technically in North Shields, but listed as Newcastle—are Fred Olsen and Ambassador. Below is the full list of 2027 holidays available to book now.
Fred Olsen Cruises 2027
February 22, March 4, and March 14, 2027: In Search of the Northern Lights
Priced from £1,249 per person, these three 10-night cruises journey into the Arctic Circle to pursue the Northern Lights, with opportunities to explore northern Norway's towns and cities.
March 24, 2027: Cosy Capitals of Scandinavia at Easter
Priced from £1,199 per person, this eight-night Easter break trip stops at Oslo, Malmo, and Copenhagen, offering three city breaks in one.
April 1, 2027: Scenic Fjords of Norway
Priced from £1,049 per person, this seven-night getaway showcases breathtaking scenery along Nordfjord, Hardangerfjord, and Lustrafjord, with chances to explore Norwegian villages and cities.
April 8, 2027: Sunlit Shores of Spain
Priced from £1,999 per person, this 17-night cruise visits France, Portugal, and Spanish ports including Motril, Alicante, Barcelona, Cadiz, and La Coruna, plus Gibraltar.
April 25, 2027: Tulip Season in the Netherlands
Priced from £799 per person, this six-night trip takes passengers to Amsterdam and Rotterdam, with an excursion to Keukenhof Gardens during peak tulip bloom.
May 1, 2027: Coastal Charm of France
Priced from £899 per person, this seven-night Spring Bank Holiday cruise visits Cherbourg and Honfleur, known for beaches, museums, and art galleries.
May 8, 2027: Whales and Wonders of Iceland
Priced from £1,599 per person, this 10-night holiday sails around Iceland, with hopes of spotting humpback whales and a two-day stay in Reykjavik, ideal for exploring the Golden Circle.
May 18, 2027: Remote Isles of Scotland
Priced from £1,299 per person, this nine-night trip explores Scotland's remote corners, including Foula (the UK's remotest inhabited island) and the Isle of Arran, accompanied by ocean wildlife experts.
May 27, 2027: Norwegian Fjords Bank Holiday Break
Priced from £849 per person, this five-night cruise journeys through Norwegian fjords, with stops in Bergen and the village of Ulvik.
June 1, 2027: Nine Nations of Northern Europe
Priced from £2,849 per person, this 14-night holiday visits nine countries: Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Finland, Estonia, Sweden, Germany, Denmark, and Norway.
June 15, 2027: Scenic Fjords of Norway
Priced from £1,399 per person, this nine-night journey sails Norway's fjords with stops at villages, towns, and cities.
June 24, 2027: Svalbard, Arctic Norway and the Midnight Sun
Priced from £3,799 per person for 14 nights, this is the priciest cruise from the Port of Tyne in 2027, crossing the Arctic Circle to witness glaciers, icy fjords, and isolated settlements.
July 8, 2027: Ireland's Coastal Charms
Priced from £1,349 per person, this 10-night trip sails around Ireland with stops in Killybegs, Galway, Cobh, Douglas (Isle of Man), and Belfast, passing wild landscapes.
July 18, 2027: Scenic Summertime Fjords of Norway
Priced from £1,099 per person, this seven-night holiday showcases Norwegian fjords at summer peak, with towering cliffs and waterfalls.
July 25, 2027: Scandinavian Waterways and Way of Life
Priced from £1,399 per person, this 10-night getaway blends vibrant cities with hidden treasures, visiting Copenhagen, Stockholm, Aarhus, and Kristiansand.
August 4, 2027: Wild Beauty of the Scottish Isles
Priced from £999 per person, this seven-night trip sails around northern Scotland, visiting Kirkwall, Isle of Skye, Stornoway, and passing the Small Isles and Fingal's Cave.
August 11, 2027: Scenic Fjords and Mountains of Norway
Priced from £1,099 per person, this seven-night journey cruises Lysefjord beneath Pulpit Rock and along tranquil fjords.
August 18, 2027: Cultures and Coasts of Northern Spain
Priced from £1,249 per person for 10 nights, this cruise visits Bilbao, Santander, Gijon, and La Coruna for summer seaside enjoyment.
August 28, 2027: Bank Holiday Fjords of Norway
Priced from £849 per person, this five-night trip includes Maurangerfjord to see Fureberg Waterfall and explores Bergen's Bryggen wharf.
September 2, 2027: Scenic Islands and Highlands of Scotland
Priced from £1,199 per person, this nine-night holiday visits Orkney and Shetland islands, rich in wildlife and ancient history, then journeys around the Highlands as summer turns to autumn.
September 11, 2027: Nine Nations of Northern Europe
Priced from £3,059 per person, this 13-night cruise visits Norway, Denmark, Sweden, Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia, Finland, and Germany.
September 24, 2027: Autumn Fjords of Norway
Priced from £1,149 per person, this eight-night trip concludes Fred Olsen's 2027 cruise programme from the Port of Tyne.
Ambassador Cruises 2027
August 27, 2027: Back to the Beat
Priced from £1,949 per person, this four-night weekend escape to Amsterdam offers history, culture, and cuisine.
August 31, 2027: Exploring Norway's Hidden Fjords
Priced from £1,015 per person, this eight-night journey showcases pristine fjords, including Alesund, Maloy, Flam, and Haugesund.
September 8, 2027: Bordeaux and Beyond: A Journey Through Western France
Priced from £1,265 per person, this 12-night trip visits Honfleur, Cherbourg, Malo, Bordeaux, and Brest.
September 20, 2027: Autumnal Landscapes of Norway's Fjords
Priced from £909 per person, this five-night holiday includes a cruise along Sognefjord, Norway's longest and most celebrated fjord.
September 25, 2027: Autumn Mediterranean and Iberia Sailing
Priced from £1,813 per person, this 17-night cruise visits France, Portugal, Spain, and Gibraltar, with highlights including Cadiz, Almeria, and Ceuta.
October 12, 2027: Battle of the Bands
Priced from £236 per person, this three-night trip concludes Ambassador's 2027 programme, featuring live entertainment on a journey from Newcastle to Bristol.
