• Home port
    • Q&A
  • Practical info
    • Location
    • Parking
    • Getting there
    • Accommodation
    • Embarkation
    • Maps
  • Tourist info
    • Things to do
    • IJmuiden
    • Amsterdam
    • Haarlem
    • Atlantik Wall
    • Shopping
    • Hiking
    • Biking
    • Beach
    • Fish
  • Calendar
    • Calendar info
Cruise Port IJmuiden
  • Practical info

Embarkation

Having a good, carefree start really makes your holiday-at-sea even more enjoyable. Are you starting your adventure with us, at Cruise Port IJmuiden this season? Here is some essential information to make your embarkation day smooth and enjoyable.

Many travelers make their way to Cruise Port IJmuiden on their own, and unfortunately, in previous seasons, we have seen quite a few ending up at the wrong terminal or even in a different city. So, let’s make sure you arrive at the right place. Here’s a handy tip: If you can’t see the ship’s funnel you’ll be sailing on, there’s a 99% chance you’re not where you need to be! And if you’re taking a taxi, don’t let it leave unless you are completely sure you are at the correct terminal!

If you’re arriving by car, you can follow these directions to reach the right spot, and you can also pre-book your parking space. But, rest assured, you’ve found the perfect starting point for your journey, so let’s kick off the boarding process!

1. Review Your Documents:

  • Please go through all your travel documents before you arrive at the terminal to avoid unnecessary wait times for you and your fellow travelers.
  • Do not arrive at the terminal earlier than the check-in time specified in your documents. You may have to wait long(er) in a terminal with limited facilities.

2. Baggage Check:

  • When you arrive at the cruise terminal, you can check your baggage for direct delivery to your onboard cabin.
  • Make sure to clearly label your stateroom, cabin, or suite on your luggage using the tags provided in your travel documents. If you don’t have these tags, just ask the terminal staff or porters for assistance.
  • Keep your passports, medications, valuables, and delicate items like beauty cases and laptops in your carry-on luggage to prevent any damage.

3. Check-In Process:

  • After checking your baggage, follow the cruise line staff to the (pre-)check-in area located in the main hall of the Felison Cruise Terminal.
  • The cruise line staff will verify your identification and boarding documents. Without the proper travel documents, you will always be denied boarding the cruise ship.

4. Comfortable Waiting:

  • If you need to wait, relax in the waiting area or the lounge on the mezzanine level of the terminal.
  • You’ll find clean restrooms, a spacious seating area, and a coffee corner offering hot and cold drinks and light snacks (limited opening times).
  • Enjoy the view from the balcony, take photos of the ship, and make use of the free high-speed Wi-Fi throughout the terminal. No password is required for the Wi-Fi network.
  • Please never leave your belongings unattended, even briefly.

5. Security Screening:

  • When it’s time to board, follow the guidance of cruise line staff to the passenger screening area on the ground floor of the terminal.
  • You’ll also find boarding information on the TV screens.

6. Passport and Customs Checks:

  • Depending on the ship’s next port, your passport or European identification card may be checked by immigration or police officers (known as the “Koninklijke Marechaussee” in the Netherlands). Please be patient and respect your fellow passengers’ privacy.
  • Your belongings may also be inspected by customs officers (“Douane”) for security reasons.

7. Welcome Aboard:

  • Once the checks are complete, the ship’s staff will warmly welcome you and guide you through the remaining boarding process, taking you to your onboard accommodation.

8. Disembarkation:

  • If your cruise ends at Cruise Port IJmuiden, you can collect your belongings in the baggage area within or next to the cruise terminal.
  • Detailed instructions and (color-coded) luggage tags will be provided by your cruise ship’s staff on the day before your disembarkation.

We hope you have a fantastic cruise experience and wish you smooth sailing!

For completeness, we would like to inform you that each cruise line has its own set of rules. Therefore, variations or deviations from the above procedures may occur. Rest assured, all involved staff members will make every effort to ensure a smooth embarkation and disembarkation process in every instance.

Jul 11
08:00 - 19:00

Norwegian Sky

Jul 14
11:30 - 21:00

Norwegian Sky

Jul 17
13:00 - 21:00

Ambition

Jul 18
18 July @ 14:00 - 19 July @ 21:00

Seven Seas Navigator

Jul 26
11:00 - 21:00

Norwegian Dawn

View Calendar
Friends
IJmuiden Wind
About us

Discover our story! Who we are, what we do and what keeps us afloat...

More about us
Cruise Port IJmuiden

info@cruiseportijmuiden.nl

Navigation
  • About us
  • Friends
  • Cookies
  • Disclaimer
Other ports
  • Amsterdam
  • Rotterdam
  • Harlingen
  • Scheveningen
Tags
AIDA Ambassador Ambience Ambition CFC Costa cruise Crystal Dawn HAL maiden NCL Nicko Oceania overnight Phoenix Prima Regent SaS Saturn SeaDream Star transit turnaround turn around Viking
© Copyright Cruise Port IJmuiden / All rights reserved
We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies.
Cookie settingsACCEPT
Manage consent

Privacy Overview

This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience.
Necessary
Always Enabled
Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. This category only includes cookies that ensures basic functionalities and security features of the website. These cookies do not store any personal information.
Non-necessary
Any cookies that may not be particularly necessary for the website to function and is used specifically to collect user personal data via analytics, ads, other embedded contents are termed as non-necessary cookies. It is mandatory to procure user consent prior to running these cookies on your website.
SAVE & ACCEPT