BONUS AUD $300^ onboard credit per cabin

Northwest Passage

   
Destination:
Seattle, United States of America
Duration:
25 Nights
Offer ends:
31 October 2025
Valid for travel:
Itinerary Starts 10 August 2026, Cruise is available in the alternate direction on MS Fridtjof Nansen, pricing and travel date will vary

Details

Northwest Passage Cruise | Northwest Passage – Across the Top of the World (Alaska to Greenland)

    • Witness incredible beauty and experience the thrill of exploration as we sail through the fabled Northwest Passage from Nome in Alaska to Nuuk, Greenland. 
    • Discover UNESCO-listed sites, spectacular scenery, abundant wildlife and Inuit settlements – guided by your expert Expedition Team. 
    • Sail down the west coast of Greenland with its stunning coastal panoramas and pretty settlements of coloured houses. 
    • This voyage ends in Nuuk with a flight to Copenhagen. An option to fly to Reykjavík instead can be seen here.

Sail along the top of the world through the Northwest Passage

Sailing through the Northwest Passage on a state-of-the-art ice-class expedition ship is a captivating journey that blends natural wonders, culture, and history. The passage, once an elusive route for explorers, now offers intrepid travellers a chance to witness breathtaking Arctic landscapes and learn about indigenous communities through first-hand experiences. On this adventure, we’ll attempt to traverse the entire route and beyond, going from Nome in Alaska to Nuuk, Greenland.  

Breathtaking beauty of the High Arctic and Greenland

Our 26-day voyage takes us ‘above’ the North American continent to the frozen far north. As we head up from Alaska through the famed Beaufort Sea and Bering Strait, we pass into the Western Arctic Canada where we’ll explore the western section of the Northwest Passage. From here on in, it’s pure expedition as we transit to Eastern Arctic Canada where you’ll experience a pristine and remote wilderness featuring surreal vistas of frozen sea ice. We then emerge into Baffin Bay and sail to West Greenland, where you’ll encounter natural beauty like nowhere else. 

In line with AECO

HX is a proud member of the Association of Arctic Expedition Cruise Operators (AECO). To protect the sensitive environments we explore, we carefully follow AECO standards on available landing sites and safe distances from wildlife, while still giving you an unforgettable expedition experience.

Polar Outside – Category (RR) from $35,805* per person twin share

Expedition Suite – Category (ME) from $50,205* per person twin share

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Inclusions

  • 1 night pre-cruise accommodation in Seattle, including breakfast
  • Transfer from the hotel to the domestic airport in Seattle
  • Economy class charter flight from Seattle to Nome
  • 23 night expedition cruise exploring Northwest Passage from Nome to Nuuk on MS Roald Amundsen
  • All main meals~ and standard wine, beer and spirits available at meals and throughout the day and evening++
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi#
  • Escorted landings with small expedition boats
  • Transfer from the port to the airport in Nuuk
  • Economy class charter flight from Nuuk to Copenhagen
  • Transfer from the airport to the hotel in Copenhagen
  • 1 night post-cruise accommodation in Copenhagen, including breakfast
  • Port Charges & gratuities onboard

Itinerary

Overnight Hotel stay in Seattle, including breakfast.

The adventure begins in the Emerald City of Seattle, on the Pacific coast of the United States.  

If you can, why not arrive early and see what the Emerald City has to offer. Take a stroll through the nine-acre Olympic Sculpture Park for incredible views of Puget Sound and the surrounding mountains, admiring the work of renowned artists as you go.    

Ship Departs

Today you’ll take an early flight from Seattle to Nome, Alaska, where your state-of-the art expedition ship awaits to take you on a journey through the famed Northwest Passage and beyond. 

Prospectors first came to Nome in 1898, and people still hunt for gold here today. You'll see evidence of the Gold Rush era all around, including abandoned dredges, turn-of-the century steam engines and old railroad tracks, lending the town a unique and intriguing atmosphere. 

You’ll be in good company as you explore the town. Wyatt Earp, the famous sheriff, opened a saloon here. Nome was also the end point of three of Roald Amundsen's great polar expeditions. 

Upon boarding the ship and after collecting your complimentary expedition jacket, it's time to check out your cabin, meet the Expedition Team and explore your new home-from-home. Your adventure has truly begun! 

  • As we navigate the Beaufort Sea towards Amundsen Gulf, which is the gateway to the Northwest Passage, these days at sea provide the perfect opportunity to prepare for the adventures ahead. 

     Immerse yourself in the onboard Science and Education programme and learn about topics such as wildlife, glaciology, and local history with your Expedition Team. You’ll also gain authentic insight into Inuit culture and heritage with our onboard Cultural Ambassadors. Their stories reveal the Inuit people’s profound connection to the land, shaped by generations of tradition and resilience. 

    Keep an eye out for bowhead and grey whales as we cross the Beaufort Sea to Point Barrow, the northernmost point of the United States. If sea ice is present, we may also see congregations of pacific walrus on the ice floes.   

     The highlights of this transit include: 

  • The Bering Strait 
  • International Date Line 
  • Sailing Across the Beaufort Sea 
  • Wildlife Watching 

Spend eight days exploring the Western section of the fabled Northwest Passage

Our excursions begin on day seven as we enter the Western Canadian Arctic. Over the next eight days in this section of our voyage we’ll transit through three distinct regions - Nunavut, Northwest Territories, and Yukon – and two traditional Inuit Territories – Inuvialuit and Nunavut. 

During our time here, we anticipate up to five days of shore excursions and four transit days. Excursion stops and local highlights we hope to be able to visit include: 

  • Herschel Island 
  • Smoking Hills 
  • Ulukhaktok 
  • Coronation Gulf 
  • Cambridge Bay (Iqaluktuuttiaq) 
  • Gjoa Haven (Uqsuqtuuk) 

The ‘Rubicon’ of the Canadian Arctic that divides West from East is the infamous Bellot Strait. This narrow body of water separates the northernmost part of mainland North America from Somerset Island, one of the largest islands in the Canadian Arctic archipelago.  

Bellot Strait is approximately 15 nautical miles long and just over half a mile wide at its narrowest point. Our ability to navigate this passage will be determined by ice and weather conditions. 

On the eastern shores of Somerset Island, we find ourselves in the Eastern Canadian Arctic. The main waterway of this area is Lancaster Sound (Tallurutiup Imanga), the eastern gates to the Northwest Passage. 

This chapter of our exploration is likely to be action-packed, with excursions planned on each of the five days we hope to spend in and around this area. Remember, all our excursion plans are weather and ice dependent but, conditions permitting, our days will be filled with excitement and discovery.  

Excursion stops and local highlights we hope to share with you include:  

  • Fort Ross 
  • Prince Leopold Island (Appait) 
  • Beechey Island (Iluvilik) 
  • Croker Bay 
  • Dundas Harbour 
  • Pond Inlet (Mittimatalik) 

Leaving Nunavut behind, our expedition cruise continues to Greenland across Baffin Bay. The Expedition Team will continue their onboard lectures on topics such as the wildlife of the Arctic, Inuit culture and the history of exploration in this region.  

Why not take part in one of our Citizen Science projects, helping photograph and track whales, or observing the clouds to help scientists study our climate by contributing to the GLOBE Program. 

The final chapter of our journey encompasses the majestic coast of West Greenland.  

We will begin by sailing into Disko Bay – a haven for whales and seals. Over the next three days you’ll experience some of the most iconic sites in all of Greenland. Our objectives include: 

Ilulissat 

Nestled at the edge of the magnificent Ilulissat Icefjord, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is Ilulissat. Here you’ll find an ever-changing gallery of passing icebergs set against a backdrop of colourful houses. In town you can visit a multitude of shops selling local crafts, and on the outskirts walking trails take you along the epic icefjord.  

Sisimiut 

Sisimiut is Greenland’s second city, situated in a spectacular location just above the Arctic Circle. This area has history spanning more than 4,500 years, and old traditions are alive and well.  

Learn more about ancient Saqqaq artifacts in the local museum or stretch your legs on a hike.  If you're looking for a special souvenir, pick up a scarf, hat or mittens made of qiviut, the inner wool of the musk ox that’s said to be 10 times warmer than sheep’s wool.   

Evighedsfjord 

As we head north, we plan to offer an exploration day in the magical and pristine Evighedsfjord near Maniitsoq. We'll determine on the day what adventures we can take part in. 

 The 'Fjord of Eternity' is fed by an ice cap that calves huge icebergs into its 2,300 ft deep waters. It's surrounded by mist-cloaked mountains with beautiful white ridges, punctuated by crystal blue ice caves.

Today we arrive in Nuuk, Greenland’s colourful capital. It has a population of 18,000, and boasts a striking mix of old and new buildings.  

We’ll explore this fascinating city, comparing the old buildings – such as Hans Egede House and Nuuk Cathedral – with the ultra-modern architecture of the Parliament of Greenland.  

Your voyage ends with a flight from Nuuk to Copenhagen,

Overnight night hotel stay in Copenhagen, including breakfast. 

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel

Make you own way flight back home.

Terms & Conditions

*Conditions apply. Prices correct as at 25 Sep 2025 but may fluctuate if surcharges, fees, taxes or currency change. Offers subject to availability. Agents may charge service fees, rates vary. Payments by credit card will incur a surcharge. All savings and bonus nights (if applicable) are included in the advertised price. Airfare not included unless otherwise stated. Depending on your flight times, an additional overnight might be needed (not included). ~ Fine dining in restaurant Lindstrøm included only for suite guests. ++ subject to licensing laws, excludes premium drinks. #Limited complimentary Wi-Fi. ^AUD $300 onboard credit is per cabin, twin share, is not transferable, has no cash value and is non-refundable. Onboard credit is applied to the 1st and 2nd guest in the cabin and given in the currency used onboard. The AUD equivalent will fluctuate due to the exchange rate. >Coach transfer provided if hotel is not located at the airport. Offer valid until 31 Oct 2025, unless sold prior. Offers may be withdrawn without notice and are not combinable with any other offers unless stated. Please check all prices, availability and other information before booking. HX Expeditions, Cruiseco and Helloworld Travel booking terms and conditions apply, see online or in store for details.  

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$35,805* | per person twin share
BONUS AUD $300^ onboard credit per cabin
Destination:
Seattle, United States of America
Duration:
25 Nights
Offer ends:
31 October 2025
Valid for travel:
Itinerary Starts 10 August 2026
Cruise is available in the alternate direction on MS Fridtjof Nansen, pricing and travel date will vary

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