26-day all-inclusive Northwest Passage expedition cruise from Seattle to Copenhagen
25-night the Arctic expedition · 1 departure · from $18,815 per guest
- 25 nightsDuration
- MS Roald AmundsenShip
- Seattle, Washington to CopenhagenRoute
- Aug 8, 2027Next sailing
25-day all-inclusive Northwest Passage expedition cruise from Seattle to New York
Witness incredible beauty and experience the thrill of exploration as we sail through the fabled Northwest Passage from Nome in Alaska to Nuuk, Greenland.
Your dedicated Expedition Team will bring you to discover UNESCO-listed sites, spectacular scenery, wildlife habitats, and Inuit settlements.
Gain meaningful, personal insights into Inuit culture and heritage from our onboard Cultural Ambassadors.
Sail down the west coast of Greenland with its stunning coastal panoramas and pretty settlements of coloured houses.
This voyage ends in New York (planned airport) with a flight from Nuuk. An option to fly from Copenhagen or Reykjavik is also available.
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 and insights from Cultural Ambassadors on board. 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 this point on, it’s pure expedition mode as we transit to Eastern Arctic Canada where you’ll experience a pristine and remote wilderness. 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.
Upcoming departures
| Sails | Ship | Nights | From (per guest) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 8, 2027 | MS Roald Amundsen | 25 | $18,815 | Cabins & fares |
Day by day
As planned for the Aug 8, 2027 departure; other departures may differ.
Day 1Seattle, Washington
Enjoy the city before your expedition cruise begins
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.
For a feast of the senses, visit the famous Pike Place Market. Operating for over a century, this lively farmer’s market boasts everything from buskers and bars to salmon-throwing fishmongers!
You’ll spend the night here in Seattle before your connecting flight to Alaska tomorrow.
Day 2Nome, Alaska
Setting off on your adventure
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.
Nome is a small coastal town on the edge of the Bering Sea. Once a boomtown of the 1898 Gold Rush, it still carries traces of its frontier past in rusting dredges, old steam engines, and railway remnants. The town also drew big names, including Wyatt Earp, who opened a saloon here, and it later became the endpoint for three of Roald Amundsen’s polar expeditions.
That legacy of ambition and exploration sets the stage for what’s to come… Once on board, collect your expedition jacket, settle into your cabin, meet the Expedition Team, and get ready for the adventure.
Day 3Cruising Beaufort Sea
Science and wildlife watching at sea
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
The International Date Line
Sailing across the Beaufort Sea
Wildlife watching
Day 4Cruising Beaufort Sea
Day 5Cruising Beaufort Sea
Day 6Cruising Beaufort Sea
Day 7Herschel Island, Yukon
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:
Sachs Harbour
Smoking Hills
Ulukhaktok
Coronation Gulf
Cambridge Bay (Iqaluktuuttiaq)
Gjoa Haven (Uqsuqtuuk)
Day 8Canadian Arctic
Day 9Ulukhaktok, Northwest Territories
Day 10Day at Sea
Day 11Cambridge Bay, Nunavut
Day 12Day at Sea
Day 13Gjoa Haven, Nunavut
Day 14Day at Sea
Day 15Coningham Bay, Nunavut
Navigate the dividing line between West and East
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.
Day 15Fort Ross, Nunavut
Navigate the dividing line between West and East
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.
Day 16Canadian Arctic
Explore the Eastern stretch of the Passage
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)
Day 17Canadian Arctic
Day 18Beechey Island, Nunavut
Day 18Radstock Bay, Devon Island
Day 19Croker Bay, Nunavut
Day 19Dundas Harbour, Devon Island, Nunavut
Day 20Pond Inlet, Nunavut
Day 21Baffin Bay, Nunavut
Watch for wildlife and get involved in Citizen Science
Leaving Nunavut behind, our expedition cruise continues to Greenland across Baffin Bay.
While at sea, your Expedition Team continues to lead lectures on topics such as Arctic wildlife and the history of exploration in the region, and you can still take part in Citizen Science, such as the GLOBE Program, observing clouds to help scientists study our climate. You’ll also continue to learn about the cultures and traditions of the communities in Greenland with our onboard Cultural Ambassadors.
Or if you prefer, simply take time to relax – enjoy a drink with fellow explorers, watch the world drift by from the hot tub, or soothe your body and mind in the sauna.
Day 22Ilulissat (Jakobshavn)
Discover the magical beauty of Greenland
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.
Day 23Sisimiut (Holsteinsborg)
Day 24Evighedsfjorden
Day 25Nuuk (Godthaab)
End your voyage in colourful Nuuk
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, and an overnight stay.
Day 26Copenhagen
Discover Denmark´s wonderful capital
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and discover the city before connecting to your onwards flight home.
Enjoy this stylish and compact city, packed with architectural gems, coffee shops and parks. The colourful canal district of Nyhavn is a great place to people watch and enjoy a Danish pastry.
No visit to Copenhagen would be complete without a visit to see the Little Mermaid - getting there by bike or on foot beside the waterfront is easy.
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