Cruise · HX Expeditions · 25 nights

Northwest Passage - Through the Arctic Labyrinth (Greenland to Alaska, Copenhagen package)

Flights, hotels, and transfers included before and after the cruise
Expedition team to guide you through the Northwest Passage
Hybrid-powered ship with advanced facilities and sustainability features

$35,089 pp twin share

$49,054 pp solo share

25 nights

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Northwest Passage - Through the Arctic Labyrinth (Greenland to Alaska, Copenhagen package)

Northwest Passage - Through the Arctic Labyrinth (Greenland to Alaska, Copenhagen package) – route map

Cosmopolitan Copenhagen

Colourful Nuuk

The Wonders of West Greenland

Crossing Baffin Bay

The Eastern Canadian Arctic

Bellot Strait

Into the West

Bering and Beaufort Sea

Final stop - there’s no place like Nome

Setting Out from Scenic Seattle

MS Fridtjof Nansen

Cruise Snapshot

25 Nights

Sail the fabled Northwest Passage from Greenland to Alaska, with flights, hotels, and transfers arranged for you

Discover UNESCO-listed sites, wildlife, and Inuit settlements in the Arctic
Explore the breathtaking Bering Strait and epic Alaskan scenery
Travel aboard a hybrid-powered expedition ship with premium onboard amenities

Trip Details

Departs: 10 August 2027
Returns: 4 September 2027
Embarks
Disembarks
Ship: MS Fridtjof Nansen
Operator: HX Expeditions

26-day all-inclusive Northwest Passage expedition cruise from Copehagen to Seattle

The 23-night Northwest Passage voyage aboard MS Fridtjof Nansen sails from Nuuk (Godthaab) to Nome, calling at Evighedsfjorden, Sisimiut (Holsteinsborg), Ilulissat (Jakobshavn), Pond Inlet, Dundas Harbour, Croker Bay, Beechey Island, Leopold Island, Fort Ross and Coningham Bay, with 6 days at sea.

Beyond the expedition cruise itself, this package includes:

Economy class flight from Copenhagen to Nuuk before the expedition cruise
Economy class flight from Nome to Seattle after the expedition cruise
Overnight in Copenhagen before the expedition cruise, including breakfast
Overnight in Seattle after the expedition cruise, including breakfast
Depending on the hotel location, luggage only or bus transfer from the hotel to the airport in Copenhagen before the expedition cruise
Transfer from the airport to the ship in Nuuk before the expedition cruise
Transfer from the ship to the airport in Nome after the expedition cruise
Transfer from the airport to the hotel in Seattle after the expedition cruise

Follow in the footsteps of legendary explorers as you set out from awe-inspiring Greenland and attempt to sail through the fabled Northwest Passage towards Alaska.
Discover UNESCO-listed sites, spectacular scenery, abundant wildlife and Inuit settlements – guided by your expert Expedition Team.
Explore the breathtaking Bering Strait and see epic Alaskan scenery.
This adventure begins in Copenhagen with a flight to Nuuk.

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.

$35,089

pp twin share

$49,054

pp solo share

Enquire

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When & how much

Departures & Pricing

Departs

10 August 2027

Returns

4 September 2027

Duration

25 nights

From pp twin share

$35,089 pp

From pp solo cabin

$49,054 pp

10 Aug 2027 - 04 Sep 2027
from $35,089 pp twin share / $49,054 pp sole use *

Additional Pricing Information

Polar Outside from $35,089 pp twin share
Arctic Superior from $38,368 pp twin share
Expedition Suite from $46,515 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
Cosmopolitan Copenhagen
Start your adventure in Denmark´s wonderful capital
Your adventure begins with an overnight stay in Denmark's capital Copenhagen.
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.
2
Colourful Nuuk
Welcome to the capital of Greenland
Today begins with a flight from Copenhagen to Nuuk, Greenland’s colourful capital. It has a population of 18,000, and features a striking mix of old and new buildings.
If time allows, 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 building.
Your expedition ship awaits you in the harbour. After being welcomed aboard and collecting your complimentary expedition jacket, it's time to settle into your cabin and enjoy your first dinner aboard.
3
West Greenland
Days 3–5
Discover the magical beauty of West Greenland
The first chapter of our journey encompasses the majestic coast of West Greenland.
Over the next three days you’ll experience some of the most iconic sites in all of Greenland. Our objectives include:
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.
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.
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.
6
Crossing Baffin Bay
Days 6–7
Watch for wildlife and get involved in Citizen Science
Leaving Greenland behind, our journey continues to Nunavut 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.
8
The Eastern Canadian Arctic
Days 8–11
Entering into the Northwest Passage
Following our crossing of Baffin Bay, 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 four 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:
Pond Inlet (Mittimatalik)
Dundas Harbour
Croker Bay
Beechey Island (Iluvilik)
Prince Leopold Island (Appait)
Fort Ross
For more detailed information about each of these places, along with our explorer’s guide to the Northwest Passage, see our Travel Guide.
12
Bellot Strait
Navigate the dividing line between East and West
The ‘Rubicon’ of the Canadian Arctic, dividing East from West, 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.
13
Into the West
Days 13–20
Spendeight days exploring the Western section of the fabled Northewest Passage
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:
Gjoa Haven (Uqsuqtuuk)
Cambridge Bay (Iqaluktuuttiaq)
Coronation Gulf
Ulukhaktok
Smoking Hills
Herschel Island
For more detailed information about each of these places, along with our explorer's guide to the Northwest Passage, see our Travel Guide.
21
Along the Alaskan coast
Days 21–24
Science and wildlife watching at sea
Join your Expedition Team for insightful lectures as we journey through the Beaufort Sea and Bering Strait. As we head into the Beaufort Sea, we must be aware that seasonal sea ice fluctuations can vary. If the sea ice levels are greater than the seasonal average this is likely to affect the speed we are able to sail through. This is the nature of expedition cruises, expect the unexpected!
The highlights of this transit include:
The Beaufort Sea
The Bering Strait
The International Date Line
Wildlife watching
For more detailed information about each of these, along with our explorer's guide to the Northwest Passage, see our Travel Guide here.
25
Final stop - there’s no place like Nome
Learn about Alaska’s ‘golden’ past
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.
From here you’ll take a flight to Seattle for an overnight stay.
26
Scenic Seattle
End your adventure in the Emerald City
Waking up in your hotel in Seattle marks the end of your adventure through the Arctic labyrinth. After breakfast, and if you have time before your onward journey, why not explore the Emerald City and see what it has to offer.
Head to the Seattle Aquarium to see sea otters and a giant Pacific octopus. Or for incredible views of Puget Sound and the surrounding mountains, take a stroll through the nine-acre Olympic Sculpture Park, admiring the work of renowned artists as you go. And 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!

What you get for the price

Inclusions & exclusions

What’s included

Economy class flight from Copenhagen to Nuuk before the expedition cruise.
Economy class flight from Nome to Seattle after the expedition cruise.
Overnight in Copenhagen before the expedition cruise, including breakfast.
Overnight in Seattle after the expedition cruise, including breakfast.
Depending on the hotel location, luggage only or bus transfer from the hotel to the airport in Copenhagen before the expedition cruise.
Transfer from the airport to the ship in Nuuk before the expedition cruise.

Not included

International flights
Additional overnight(s) if required due to international flight timings
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

Hotels

Overnight in Copenhagen before the expedition cruise, including breakfast

Overnight in Seattle after the expedition cruise, including breakfast

Day 1 – Clarion Hotel Copenhagen Airport
Day 25 – Grand Hyatt Seattle

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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