Daytrip Dordt December Days

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Daytrip Dordt December Days

Adults 72.50 | Children 36.25

  • 13 December 2026, embarkation at 10:00
  • Reception with coffee/tea and apple pie
  • Extensive lunch buffet
  • Visit Dordt December Days
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Duration about 7 hours
Explication by captain
Wheelchair accessible

Daytrip Dordt December Days

Experience the magic of the holiday season on a special cruise to the Dordt December Days. With Christmas stalls, twinkling lights, and a cozy atmosphere, Dordrecht is the perfect destination to get into the Christmas spirit. Join Spido and enjoy an unforgettable winter day!

Explore the Dordt December Days

Dordrecht, the oldest city in Holland, transforms into an enchanting Christmas village in December. The winter market is centered around the church. Here you’ll find everything from Christmas decorations and handmade products to delicious treats and drinks. Let yourself be surprised by the unique atmosphere, while Christmas carols and live music fill the city with warmth.

Highlights of the Dordt December Days

During your visit to the Dordt December Days, there are plenty of things you won’t want to miss:

  • Christmas stalls: From handmade gifts to culinary surprises.
  • Cozy eateries: Hot chocolate, mulled wine, and winter treats at every corner.
  • Unique setting: The market is located in the heart of the historic city, adding to the festive atmosphere.
  • Winter activities: Fun for all ages, with plenty of winter-themed entertainment.

A magical walk through a historic Christmas city

The Dordt December Days is the perfect opportunity to explore the city on foot. The charming streets are decorated with Christmas lights and ornaments, while the historic backdrop of Dordrecht creates a magical ambiance. Take a walk along the harbors, through narrow streets, and enjoy the view of the sparkling city.

A delightful winter start aboard

Your day begins festively aboard our comfortable ship. Upon departure, we’ll greet you with coffee or tea and a slice of apple pie with whipped cream. While the ship sails towards Dordrecht, enjoy a lavish buffet with delicious warm dishes and winter treats. This way, you’ll arrive fully energized and in the Christmas spirit at the Winter Christmas Market. In the afternoon you get a surprise from the chef.

Why this day trip to the the Dordt December Days is perfect

  • A unique Christmas experience in the oldest city in Holland.
  • Suitable for all ages: winter activities and scenic walks.
  • Christmas stalls and local delicacies.
  • A magical setting in a historic city center full of lights and music.
  • Warm welcome and excellent service onboard.
  • Ideal for photography: charming streets, canals, and Christmas decorations.

Book now and discover the festive magic of the Dordt December Days with Spido!

Are you less mobile? Good to know:

Due to the visit to Dordrecht, this cruise is less suitable for walkers or for guests with limited mobility. Of course, you are still very welcome to join us on board.

Program

10:00
Embarkation at the Spido pontoon at Willemsplein 85 in Rotterdam.

10:30
Welcome speech, departure, and reception with a cup of coffee/tea and apple pie with/without whipped cream.

±12:00
Enjoying our buffet style lunch.

13:00
Arrival in Dordrecht, followed by disembarkation for a visit to the Dordrecht December Days.

15:00
Return on board followed by return trip to Rotterdam, with surprise from the chef.

±17:30
Return to Spido pontoon, followed by disembarkation.

Practical information

Timetable 2026

Sunday 13 December 2026

Prices

Adults – € 72.50 p.p.
Children 4 to 11 years – € 36.25 p.p.

The price mentioned includes:

– Reception with a cup of coffee/tea and apple pie with/without whipped cream.
– Buffet lunch.
– Visit to Dordt December Days.
– Surprise from the chef in the afternoon.

Our sailing route is always subject to any obstructions on the water.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are you visiting with a group? We can reserve seats for your group. Simply let us know in the ‘Remarks‘ field during the booking process that you would like to sit together. Please note that it is not possible to seat the entire group at one table. We will reserve tables as close together as possible, so your group can enjoy the cruise together.

Dietary requirements or allergies can be mentioned during the booking process or shared with us in advance via spido@spido.nl.

Rebook your time slot to another time slot yourself. Follow these steps to rebook your ticket:

Follow these steps to rebook your ticket:
1. Go to the page of the booked cruise.
2. Click on the “view tickets” button.
3. Click on the icon with an orange calendar (icon next to the cross).
4. Enter the order number and email address to view and change the order.

Yes, that is possible. If you have purchased a ticket online through Spido.nl, you can rebook your ticket once free of charge.
If your tickets were purchased before April 1, 2026, we charge €1.00 fuel costs per person.

Follow these steps to rebook your ticket:
1. Go to the page of the booked cruise.
2. Click on the button ‘view tickets’.
3. Click on the icon with an orange calendar (icon next to the cross).
4. Enter the order number and email address to view and change the order.

Tickets purchased through Get your Guide or Tiqets cannot be rebooked/changed through the website.
Rebooking is possible up to 5 minutes before the cruise departs.

You can join the waiting list by sending an email to spido@spido.nl. As soon as tickets become available, we will send you a message.

Please note: fake messages sometimes appear on social media from people claiming to sell tickets. Do not respond to these. This mainly happens with popular cruises, such as the Day trip Maasvlakte 2, the New Year’s Eve Cruise, and during the World Port Days.

During the daytrips and theme cruises, the captain provides explanations in Dutch. There is no audio explication on board.

Yes, that’s possible. If you have purchased an admission ticket online via Spido.nl, you can return your admission ticket. Make a request for this by telephone on 010-275 99 99. You will receive your purchase amount back (excluding booking costs). We can change sailing times for you free of charge.
Entrance tickets, for example Day trips or Theme trip tickets, can be canceled 5 working days before departure. You will receive your purchase amount back (excluding booking costs)
Tickets purchased through other channels cannot be returned by Spido.

If you have difficulty walking, we kindly ask you to indicate this in the comments field (when paying for the tickets), so that we can take this into account.

Catering on board is available and at your own expense unless otherwise indicated.

Accessibility and parking

Spido is located at
Willemsplein 85, 3016 DR Rotterdam.

You can park (paid) in the Erasmus parking garage or APCOA Scheepvaartkwartier parking garage.

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