Cruise · HX Expeditions · 12 nights

Europe´s Atlantic Highlights - From Lisbon to Hamburg

Expedition cruise aboard hybrid-powered MS Fridtjof Nansen
All-inclusive with fine dining, wellness facilities, and more
Explore UNESCO sites and breathtaking coastal scenery

$7,211 pp twin share

$10,456 pp solo share

12 nights

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Europe´s Atlantic Highlights - From Lisbon to Hamburg

Europe´s Atlantic Highlights - From Lisbon to Hamburg – route map

Legendary Lisbon

Charming Porto (Leixões)

Galician highlights

Gijón’s golden sands

Bordeaux, ‘City of Wine’

Laid-back in Île-d’Yeu

Wild Beauty in Brittany

Fascinating Finistère

The citadel of Saint-Malo

Cruising the Channel

Harlingen

Departing Hamburg

MS Fridtjof Nansen

Cruise Snapshot

12 Nights

Discover Europe's Atlantic coast on a 12-night expedition cruise from Lisbon to Hamburg, exploring charming port cities, UNESCO sites, and wild coastal landscapes

Sail from Portugal to Spain, France, and Germany
Experience cultural and historic treasures of port cities
Discover charming fishing villages, gastronomy, and nature

Trip Details

Departs: 25 April 2027
Returns: 12 May 2028
Ship: MS Fridtjof Nansen
Operator: HX Expeditions

13‑day all‑inclusive Europe expedition cruise from Lisbon to Hamburg

The 12-night Europe voyage aboard MS Fridtjof Nansen sails from Lisboa to Hamburg, calling at Porto, Ferrol, Gijon, Bordeaux, Ile d'Yeu, Quiberon, Douarnenez, Saint-Malo and Harlingen, with 1 day at sea.

Join this expedition cruise from Lisbon to Hamburg, taking in spectacular scenery, UNESCO sites and breathtaking nature along Europe's Atlantic coast.
Sailing from Portugal to Spain, France, and Germany, discover the cultural and historic treasures of their celebrated port cities.
Experience charming fishing villages, gastronomic delights and wild coastal landscapes.

You sail aboard MS Fridtjof Nansen. One of two revolutionary hybrid-powered expedition vessels with battery packs that store electric power. The ship has more efficient engines, lower fuel usage, reduced C02 emissions, and the ability to sail almost silently. On board: All cabins and suites enjoy outside views; Science Center with advanced microscopes; Wellness Center with massage and spa treatments; Expedition Team; Three restaurants; Indoor and outdoor gyms with on-deck running track; Outdoor infinity pool and two hot tubs; Sauna with a panoramic outside view.

$7,211

pp twin share

$10,456

pp solo share

Enquire

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When & how much

Departures & Pricing

Departs

25 April 2027

Returns

12 May 2028

Duration

12 nights

From pp twin share

$7,211 pp

From pp solo cabin

$10,456 pp

25 Apr 2027 - 07 May 2027
from $7,211 pp twin share / $10,456 pp sole use *
30 Apr 2028 - 12 May 2028
from $8,840 pp twin share / $12,818 pp sole use *

Additional Pricing Information

Polar Outside from $7,211 pp twin share
Arctic Superior from $8,436 pp twin share
Expedition Suite from $15,917 pp twin share

* Prices and category availability are subject to change without notice.

Upgrades, transfers, accommodation and more can be quoted on enquiry — call 1300 414 198.

Life in transit

MS Fridtjof Nansen

Details · HX Expeditions

MS Fridtjof Nansen

One of two revolutionary hybrid-powered expedition vessels with battery packs that store electric power. The ship has more efficient engines, lower fuel usage, reduced C02 emissions, and the ability to sail almost silently.

Guests: 490
Gross tonnage: 20,889
Speed: 15 knots
Length: 140 m
Launched: 2020
Beam: 23.6 m
Deck plans: 9

Decks · top first

MS Fridtjof Nansen · Deck plans

Deck 11

Source: HX Expeditions, captured 16 September 2026. Deck plans are provided by the cruise line and are subject to change at any time.

Day by day

Itinerary

1
Legendary Lisbon
Set out from this enchanting city
The Portuguese capital is rich in history and culture, shaped by centuries of exploration and a restless curiosity for discovering the world. After disembarkation, take a stroll through the classical streets of Baixa, the bohemian energy of Bairro Alto and Chiado, or the winding lanes of Alfama, the old Islamic quarter, where a Roman theatre and Moorish fortress still stand.
A short trip from the centre brings you to the UNESCO World Heritage sites of Belém Tower and Jerónimos Monastery before you set sail.
MS Fridtjof Nansen, your platform for discovery, awaits you in the harbour. After being welcomed aboard, settle into your cabin and begin your adventure at sea.
2
Charming Porto (Leixões)
The city of white and blue wonders
Settle into life on board as we approach our first stop: Leixões, gateway to Portugal's northern coast. Before heading ashore, there's time to explore locally: the lighthouse of Leça, the Boa Nova Chapel, and the beautiful Praia Azul beach are all within reach.
A shuttle bus takes you into Porto, famed for its port wine and UNESCO-listed historic centre. This is a city made for walking: pastel houses, colourful tiled façades, ornate churches, and panoramic views across the Douro River unfold at every turn. Stroll the bustling Ribeira docks, cross the Dom Luís I Bridge, snack on petiscos, and finish with a port wine tasting at the cellars of Vila Nova de Gaia.
3
Galician highlights
See Galicia's heritage in Ferrol
Enjoy a relaxing morning on board, perhaps enjoy the wellness facilities, or attend a lecture with the Expedition Team.
As we enter the Ría de Ferrol early in the morning, head to the observation deck and take in the imposing forts of La Palma and San Felipe, standing guard on either side of the headland.
Ferrol is one of Spain's best-preserved 18th-century port cities. Criss-cross the grid of streets in Barrio de la Magdalena and visit the city's maritime museums. Ferrol is also the starting point of El Camino Inglés, one of the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage routes, and you may be able to join an excursion to Santiago de Compostela, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Christianity's most important pilgrimage destinations.
4
Gijón’s golden sands
A unique cultural flavour in Asturias
Enjoying a prime position on the Bay of Biscay, Gijón is the cultural heart of Asturias, a city that grew from a Roman-era fishing village into a prominent port. Explore old town charm in the Cimadevilla quarter and Barrio del Carmen, with their Baroque churches and the Plaza del Marqués, or hike up to Mirador de la Providencia, an unusual viewpoint shaped like the hull of a ship with panoramic coastal views.
Afterwards, relax on the golden sands of Playa de San Lorenzo, take a coastal walk, or settle in for freshly caught fish and Asturian delicacies with a glass of local cider.
5
Bordeaux, ‘City of Wine’
Days 5–6
Raise a glass in Bordeaux
Today we sail up the Gironde Estuary and Garonne River, arriving in central Bordeaux after lunch, where we’ll enjoy an overnight stay.
Bordeaux's old town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, bursting with culture and art at every turn. From the famous water mirror at Place de la Bourse, to the Gothic St André Cathedral and the Musée des Beaux-Arts Bourdeax, if you love art and architecture, you're spoilt for choice.
But it's wine that's the true soul of Bordeaux. With over 8,500 châteaux and producers in the region, and vineyards just a short tram ride from town, you can taste and compare some of the 60 appellations, from the stellar red Bordeaux Supérieur to sweet Sauternes.
7
Laid-back in Île-d’Yeu
Explore the many charms of Île-d’Yeu
What Île-d’Yeu lacks in size, it more than makes up for in diversity of landscapes. This pretty little island is home to rocky shores, dunes, pine forest, and lush meadows.
Inhabited over 5,000 years ago by farmers of the Neolithic period, the island has many historical sites, ranging from superbly preserved dolmens and menhirs to medieval castles and tiny villages. You can rent a bike, or just discover the island’s treasures on foot.
Ports in Île-d’Yeu are too small for our ship, so if the conditions are favourable, we’ll anchor off the island and use our small boats to take you ashore.
8
Wild Beauty in Brittany
Experience the pristine and rugged coastlines of the Quiberon peninsula
Venture into the heart of Brittany’s untamed Atlantic coast on the Quiberon peninsula. To the west, craggy cliffs face the full force of the ocean. To the east, calm bays and sweeping beaches stretch along the coast.
Explore this unspoilt landscape, rich in wildlife, wildflowers and local folklore. Nearby, you’ll find the ancient megaliths of Carnac. At this mysterious site, nearly 3,000 standing stones align across more than two miles, dating back more than 7,000 years.
9
Fascinating Finistère
Inspiring coastal scenery and maritime history
We’ll use our tender boats to go ashore at the picturesque seaside town of Douarnenez, where you'll find the colourful quaysides, sandy beaches, and steep cliffs that inspired famous painters like Renoir and Boudin. As well as fishermen’s huts and seamen’s chapels, Douarnenez hosts a wonderful maritime museum with boats from around the world.
While here, you can choose to discover the wild beauty of Pointe Du Raz, a promontory facing the elements of the Atlantic Ocean, where Finistère really does feel like the ‘End of the Earth’. Or explore the charming Breton town of Quimper, whose skyline is dominated by the twin spires of Saint Corentin Cathedral.
10
The citadel of Saint-Malo
A beautiful Breton town steeped in history
Viewed from the sea, Saint-Malo is an impressive sight, fringed by fortified bastions and gently sloping beaches. We’ll anchor off the town and use our tender boats to go ashore.
A circular walk along the ramparts offers the best views of the town and surrounding islands. Follow the historical trail within the old city walls through a maze of cobbled streets and visit Demeure De Corsaire to learn about the feared corsairs and the town’s pirate heritage.
You can walk to Île de Grand Bé at low tide or join an excursion to visit the Abbey of Mont-Saint-Michel. The island has the remains of an ancient fort, and this is where the renowned local writer Chateaubriand is buried.
11
Cruising the Channel
Reflect and relax on a calming day at sea
Enjoy the day relaxing while we navigate the waters of the channel that separates continental Europe from the British Isles.
While the British call it the ‘English Channel’, it’s more commonly known in continental Europe as ‘La Manche’, or derivations of that. The Dutch may have the most diplomatic name for it, they simply call it ‘Het Kanaal’, or ‘the Channel’.
Whatever the name, a quarter of the world's maritime trade navigates through this passage. Our expert Expedition Team will be happy to share their knowledge about these historic waters with you.
12
Harlingen
The Frisian port city of Harlingen
Harlingen sits on the edge of the Wadden Sea UNESCO World Heritage Site and is Friesland’s only seaport city. It’s also the gateway to the Wadden Islands of Vlieland and Terschelling, with a charming historic centre of canals, warehouses, and maritime heritage.
Explore on foot, by bike, or, if conditions allow, by Zodiac through the waterways. Traditional sailing ships and historic warehouses line the old harbours of Noorderhaven and Zuiderhaven. Don't miss the Harlingen Aardewerkmuseum, with its displays of distinctive Frisian pottery.
13
Germany’s Hanseatic treasure
End your cruise in Germany’s second city
Your expedition cruise comes to an end as we arrive in Hamburg, the second-largest city in Germany and one of the greenest urban areas in Europe.
There’s much to see and do in Hamburg. If you have time, you'll find many attractions in the old town district of Altstadt, including the St Nikolai Memorial and the historic street of Deichstraße.

What you get for the price

Inclusions & exclusions

What’s included

A stay in a cabin of your choice.
All day coffee, tea and soft drinks.
Fine dining in restaurant Lindstrøm included for suite guests.
A complimentary Ocean Bottle water bottle to refill on board and take home.
Wind and waterproof expedition jacket.
Professional photos from your trip taken by our onboard photographer.

Not included

International flights
Depending on your flight arrival, an additional overnight might be needed (not included)
Travel insurance
Luggage handling
Optional shore excursions with our local partners
Optional small-group activities with our Expedition Team
Optional treatments in the onboard wellness and spa area

Where you’ll stay

Accommodation

MS Fridtjof Nansen

On board: All cabins and suites enjoy outside views; Science Center with advanced microscopes; Wellness Center with massage and spa treatments; Expedition Team; Three restaurants; Indoor and outdoor gyms with on-deck running track; Outdoor infinity pool and two hot tubs; Sauna with a panoramic outside view; Explorer Lounge and Bar; Indoor and outdoor observation decks; Expedition launch/Tender pit; On board shop; Lecture hall and group room; 50% of all cabins are suites with a private balcony.

Polar Outside

RR – Outside cabin: window, double bed, optional twin, sofa bed, 19–23 m².

Arctic Superior

Arctic Superior cabins are comfortable and spacious.

These cabins feature a double bed that can be divided into two single beds in some cabins on request at the time of booking. Some also have a sofa bed, and many have a private balcony.
All have a private bathroom with a shower and toiletries, a TV, a safe, a minibar (charges apply), European two-pin plug sockets, and tea- and coffee-making facilities. A bathrobe and slippers are also available free of charge.

XT – Outside cabin with balcony: private balcony, double bed, optional twin, sofa bed, 18 m².
TT – Outside cabin: window, double bed, optional twin, 27 m².
XTD – Outside cabin with balcony: private balcony, double bed, 15–19 m².
XY – Wheelchair-accessible outside cabin with balcony: private balcony, double bed, 19 m².
XTJ – Outside cabin with balcony: private balcony, limited view, double bed, optional twin, sofa bed, 18 m².
TY – Wheelchair-accessible outside cabin: window, double bed, optional twin, 24–26 m².

Expedition Suite

Add some indulgence to your voyage aboard MS Fridtjof Nansen and reserve one of our Expedition Suites.

Spacious, serviced, and with bed combinations for up to four people, these well-appointed apartments offer special features such as private balconies, expansive windows, and hot tubs.
Suites feature a double bed that can be divided into two single beds on request at the time of booking, and some have a sofa bed.
All have a private bathroom with a shower and toiletries, a TV, a safe, European two-pin plug sockets, a single-serve coffee machine, and tea- and coffee-making facilities.
Naturally, the accommodation includes a full range of premium facilities as well as a minibar (charges apply), daily turn-down service, and laundry.
Complimentary fine dining in our Lindstrøm restaurant is part of the experience, and a takeaway service means you can also enjoy dinner exclusively. Champagne on ice and a platter of delicacies are provided for your enjoyment as you set sail.

MA – XL Suite with balcony: private balcony and large windows, double bed, optional twin, 46–48 m².
MB – XL Suite: large windows, double bed, optional twin, 44 m².
MC – Corner Suite with balcony: private balcony, double bed, optional twin, sofa bed, 20–30 m².
MD – Large Suite with balcony: private balcony and large windows, double bed, optional twin, 35 m².
ME – Suite with balcony: private balcony, double bed, optional twin, sofa bed, 22–28 m².
MF – Corner suite: large windows, double bed, optional twin, 22 m².

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