English Channel crossing Den Helder–Fowey | 8 days' tall ship sailing to Cornwall

Arrival: Sun. 11.04.2027, 17:00
Departure: Sun. 18.04.2027, 10:00

Departure: Den Helder, Netherlands
Destination: Fowey, Cornwall, England

Sailing area: North Sea / Strait of Dover / English Channel / Cornwall

Nautical miles: approx. 400–450 nm, depending on wind, weather, current and route

Price:
4-berth cabin: € 1,050 p.p.
Double cabin: € 1,290 p.p.

— ENGLISH CHANNEL CROSSING FROM THE NETHERLANDS TO CORNWALL —

Experience a special sailing voyage from Den Helder to Fowey in Cornwall. From a genuine Dutch seaport, you sail across the North Sea, through the Strait of Dover and on across the English Channel to the English south coast.

This voyage is ideal for anyone wanting to experience a real offshore sailing trip on a traditional tall ship. You are not just a passenger, but can actively sail, keep watch, take the helm, help set the sails and discover the rhythm of a longer sea voyage.

— WHY THIS VOYAGE IS SPECIAL —

• 8-day sailing voyage from Den Helder to Fowey
• Genuine English Channel crossing under sail
• North Sea, Strait of Dover and Cornwall on one route
• Active sailing on a square-rigged tall ship
• Keep watch, steer and experience seamanship
• Optional opportunity to climb the masts
• Suitable for beginners with a sense of adventure and experienced sailors
• Full board, coffee, tea and bed linen included

— SAILING ON THE MORGENSTER —

The Morgenster is a traditionally rigged tall ship where sailing is still genuine seamanship. Lines, yards, sails, watches and teamwork shape life on board.

Sailing experience is not required. The crew will explain everything step by step and involve you according to your abilities. Those who already have experience will find an exciting combination of offshore sailing, watch system, North Sea, traffic separation schemes and the English Channel on this route.

— ARRIVAL IN FOWEY —

The destination of the voyage is Fowey, a picturesque harbour town on the south coast of Cornwall. Green hills, a sheltered natural harbour and narrow lanes form an atmospheric conclusion to this sailing voyage to England.

When the Morgenster enters Fowey, you will not simply have covered a distance, but experienced a true sea voyage: with wind, watches, teamwork, life on board and the special feeling of having crossed the English Channel under sail.

— INCLUDED IN THE PRICE —

• Accommodation in the cabin category booked
• Full board with 3 meals a day and snack
• Coffee and tea
• Bed linen
• Nautical crew
• Cook on board

— NOT INCLUDED IN THE PRICE —

• Transfer to and from departure harbour
• Additional drinks on board
• Travel and cancellation insurance
• Possible shore excursions

— MORE INFORMATION AND BOOKING —

The exact route and schedule depend on wind, weather, current, shipping traffic and safety.

A detailed description of this English Channel crossing, further information about the ship, the route, the cabins and life on board can be found on the Rederij van Linschoten website.

If you have any questions about the voyage, cabin choice, travel to Den Helder or return travel from Fowey, we are happy to advise you personally.