Cruise · HX Expeditions · 23 nights

The Iconic Northwest Passage – Across the Top of the World (2028)

Flights and transfers included before and after the cruise
Expedition experiences created by local Inuit residents
Sail aboard an eco-friendly hybrid-powered expedition ship

$42,691 pp twin share

$61,886 pp solo share

23 nights

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The Iconic Northwest Passage – Across the Top of the World (2028)

The Iconic Northwest Passage – Across the Top of the World (2028) – route map

There's no place like Nome

Bering Sea and Beaufort Sea

Inuvialuit Homelands

Science at sea

Central Canadian Arctic

Relaxing at Sea

Towards Prince of Wales Island

Eastern Baffin Island

Crossing Baffin Bay

Old and new in Nuuk

MS Roald Amundsen

Cruise Snapshot

23 Nights

Sail the legendary Northwest Passage and explore the fjords of Baffin Island on this all-inclusive expedition cruise, with flights and transfers arranged

Trace the historic Northwest Passage route
Visit remote Inuit communities and gain cultural insights
Travel aboard a state-of-the-art hybrid-powered expedition ship

Trip Details

Departs: 25 August 2028
Returns: 17 September 2028
Embarks
Ship: MS Roald Amundsen
Operator: HX Expeditions

25‑day all‑inclusive Northwest Passage Expedition Cruise from Vancouver to Copenhagen

The 23-night Northwest Passage voyage aboard MS Roald Amundsen sails from Nome to Nuuk (Godthaab), calling at Herschel Island, Smoking Hills, Ulukhaktok, Cambridge Bay, JennyLind island, Gjoa Haven, South of Prince Wales Island (ice operation), Flexure Bay, Beechey Island and Radstock Bay, with 4 days at sea.

Beyond the expedition cruise itself, this package includes:

Economy class flight from Seattle to Nome before the expedition cruise.
Economy class flight from Nuuk to New York* after the expedition cruise
*You may also fly from Nuuk via a Reykjavik or Copenhagen gateway. To change your gateway, contact one of our Expedition Specialists.
Transfer from the airport to the ship in Nome before the expedition cruise
Transfer from the ship to the airport in Nuuk after the expedition cruise

Sail through one of the world’s most legendary routes, tracing the Northwest Passage and the fjords of Baffin Island in one epic voyage.
The rare chance to visit remote Inuit communities including Ulukhaktok, Gjoa Haven, Cambridge Bay, and Pond Inlet, with expedition experiences created by local residents.
Gain insight throughout the journey from our onboard Cultural Ambassadors, who share stories of Inuit heritage, language, and Arctic life.
This voyage ends in Nuuk with a flight to Reykjavík. This voyage is also available via Copenhagen and New York (planned airport) gateways.

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

$42,691

pp twin share

$61,886

pp solo share

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When & how much

Departures & Pricing

Departs

25 August 2028

Returns

17 September 2028

Duration

23 nights

From pp twin share

$42,691 pp

From pp solo cabin

$61,886 pp

25 Aug 2028 - 17 Sep 2028
from $42,691 pp twin share / $61,886 pp sole use *

Additional Pricing Information

Polar Outside from $42,691 pp twin share
Arctic Superior from $46,914 pp twin share
Expedition Suite from $55,720 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 Roald Amundsen

Details · HX Expeditions

MS Roald Amundsen

The very first of our revolutionary hybrid-powered expedition vessels with battery packs that store electric power. This 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: 2019
Beam: 23.6 m
Deck plans: 9

Decks · top first

MS Roald Amundsen · 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
There's no place like Nome
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.
2
Bering Sea and Beaufort Sea
Days 2–5
Crossing the Arctic threshold
These early sea days are your introduction to the rhythms of the Arctic. Passing through the Bering Strait, the coastline drops away, and the Beaufort Sea reveals wide open vistas. Keep watch for seabirds tracking the route, and bowhead whales surfacing, particularly near Point Barrow, which is the northernmost point of the United States. If there’s sea ice, we may also spot Pacific walruses gathered on the floes.
You’ll also have the chance to join onboard lectures and science sessions. These might delve into Arctic ecosystems, ice dynamics, and regional history. It’s a time to observe, learn, and adjust to the polar environment.
7
Inuvialuit Homelands
Days 7–9
Living coastlines across the Western Canadian Arctic
This stretch of the Western Canadian Arctic feels elemental: rugged coastlines, tundra plateaus, and communities along the fjords that live in close harmony with the land.
Over these few days we’ll sail along the Inuvialuit Settlement Region, and where conditions allow, explore shorelines up close on Zodiacs, landing for guided hikes, and visiting places like Ulukhaktok on Victoria Island: a small but culturally rich settlement known for its printmaking and strong artistic traditions.
9
Science at sea
Life on board in the polar rhythm
Sea days in the Northwest Passage are yours to enjoy at your own pace. In the Science Centre, there may be opportunities to join lectures on Arctic wildlife, hear from regional experts, or sharpen your skills in a photography workshop.
Between sessions, the ship can feel like a front-row seat to the Arctic. Admire the sweeping landscape from the deck’s hot tub, unwind in the sauna, or settle into a quiet corner with a book and a coffee.
5
Central Canadian Arctic
Historic waters of the central Canadian Arctic
This stretch moves through some of the most historically significant waters of the Northwest Passage. Small communities such as Cambridge Bay and Gjoa Haven lie in vast landscapes marked by ancient travel routes and thousands of years of Inuit life.
Gjoa Haven on King William Island is closely tied to the story of Franklin’s lost expedition in 1845, which ended nearby, and to the Inuit oral histories that later helped piece together what happened. The name ‘Gjoa’ also carries Amundsen’s legacy. He navigated this passage aboard the vessel Gjøa and sheltered in this harbour during his historic transit of the Northwest Passage, marking a defining moment in polar exploration history.
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At Sea
Through the Central Arctic Straits
Today we navigate the narrow waterways at the heart of the Northwest Passage.
As we move between islands and shifting floes, the landscape reveals a stark beauty: low tundra shores, scattered icebergs, and vast horizons under an ever-changing Arctic sky. Wildlife may make an appearance, such as seals resting on the ice, or seabirds tracing our route overhead. This is a place where you really feel a powerful sense of isolation and discovery.
7
Towards Prince of Wales Island
Into the ice edge
This part of the voyage offers a real sense of Arctic exploration, surrounded by thick sea ice.
We approach Prince of Wales Island, one of the larger islands in the Canadian Arctic Archipelago passage, set between Somerset and Victoria Islands. Navigating these high-latitude waters in northern Nunavut, we keep watch for the ice edge: the shifting boundary between open water and sea ice, and adjust our route according to conditions. If ice and weather allow, we may launch the Zodiacs to explore sheltered bays, gaining a closer perspective on the low-lying tundra, and if we’re lucky, encountering the local wildlife in its natural environment.
8
Lancaster Sound
The High Arctic Highway
Entering Lancaster Sound, we reach one of the Arctic’s key marine corridors, between Baffin and Devon Islands. It’s a stunning region of towering cliffs and glacially carved coastlines, where you might even spot narwhals, seals, and seabirds.
This area also played a major role in early searches for the Northwest Passage, when explorers attempted to navigate through the Arctic Archipelago. Today, it remains an active migration route for wildlife, as well as a historic exploration corridor.
9
Eastern Baffin Island
Fjords and Inuit frontiers
Eastern Baffin Island reveals some of the most dramatic scenery of the voyage. Towering fjords cut deep into the coastline, while glaciers descend towards the sea in vast, sculptural forms. The sense of scale is truly immense.
We explore this landscape by Zodiac, navigating through ice-fringed waters and along sheer cliff faces that rise straight from the sea, particularly in the waters of Sirmilik National Park. These journeys bring us into close contact with the region’s raw geography and shifting ice.
We also call at Pond Inlet, a welcoming Inuit community at the gateway to the park. Here, you’ll gain insight into daily life in the High Arctic.
10
Crossing Baffin Bay
Watch for wildlife and get involved in Citizen Science
Leaving Canada’s Nunavut region behind, we cross Baffin Bay towards Greenland.
The adventure continues through science and storytelling, with onboard lectures and Citizen Science activities such as NASA cloud observation supporting global climate research.
Our Cultural Ambassadors continue to share perspectives on Inuit life across the Arctic, linking communities separated by water but connected by history and culture.
It’s a reflective passage: quiet, expansive, and atmospheric.
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Old and new in Nuuk
The trip concludes in colourful Nuuk
Your trip ends in Nuuk, Greenland’s compact capital. From here, you fly to New York, carrying memories of a journey shaped by ice, culture, and the vast scale of the Arctic world.

What you get for the price

Inclusions & exclusions

What’s included

Economy class flight from Seattle to Nome before the expedition cruise.
Economy class flight from Nuuk to New York* after the expedition cruise.
*You may also fly from Nuuk via a Reykjavik or Copenhagen gateway.
To change your gateway, contact one of our Expedition Specialists.
Transfer from the airport to the ship in Nome before the expedition cruise.
Transfer from the ship to the airport in Nuuk after 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

MS Roald Amundsen

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

Polar Outside

The Polar Outside cabins on MS Roald Amundsen have

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, a minibar (charges apply), European two-pin plug sockets, and tea- and coffee-making facilities.

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

Arctic Superior

Arctic Superior cabins are both comfortable and spacious.

These cabins feature a double bed which 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.
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.
TT – Outside cabin: window, double bed, optional twin, 27 m².
TY – Wheelchair-accessible outside cabin: window, double bed, optional twin, 24–26 m².

Expedition Suite

Add some indulgence to your voyage aboard MS Roald Amundsen 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.
MC – Corner Suite with balcony: private balcony, double bed, optional twin, sofa bed, 20–30 m².
MB – XL Suite: large windows, double bed, optional twin, 44 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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