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In 1896, Hurtigruten set out on a journey of exploration from their homeland in Norway. Driven by a passion to discover what lies beyond the horizon, they sailed in the wake of the pioneering seafarers who were redrawing the boundaries of our world.
Today, HX Hurtigruten Expeditions are leaders in expedition cruising, taking you to those places that lure the curious traveller. Whether it’s spotting polar bears in the pristine landscapes of the Arctic or getting up close to Antarctica's penguins in our stylish, purpose-built expedition ships, a HX expedition brings you closer to a world of wonder.
With onboard lectures and science centres, your expedition team will illuminate your mind with talks about history, culture, science and art, ensuring you return home with a deep understanding and love of the places you explore.
HX's mission is to be the world’s most sustainable expedition company. In 2023, they were awarded “Best ESG Ranking of a Cruise Company” by Morningstar Sustainalytics. HX has led the industry by being the first to eliminate single-use plastics and heavy fuel oils, and their hybrid-powered cruise ships were a world first.
Join HX as they continue a journey to change the way you see the world.
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Please find a selection of cruises below. If you want to discuss something in particular that isn't listed here, please speak to our Polar Specialists.
On this 16-day voyage, sail iceberg-filled waters as you journey from Ushuaia to Antarctica and the Falkland Islands. Spot penguins, seals and whales along the way. Explore the rolling green hills and white sands of the picturesque Falklands archipelago. A warm welcome awaits you in the capital Stanley. You'll also visit the albatross, penguin and seal colonies that thrive on these remote shores.
On this 11-day expedition, discover some of the most incredible sights in the Arctic, exploring the national parks of the Svalbard archipelago, a magnificent wilderness where polar bears outnumber people. Marvel at the giant mountain peaks rising from the ocean in spectacular fjords, hike through arctic tundra keeping watch for reindeer and arctic fox, spot lazy walrus relaxing in hidden bays and Zodiac cruise around colossal ice-calving glaciers.
This 14-day expedition circumnavigates the great wilderness of Spitsbergen, the largest island of the Svalbard archipelago. Spot polar bears hunting, gigantic glaciers calving icebergs into the sea, visit historic whaling sites, breath-taking fjords, towering seabird cliffs, witness whales breaching out of the Arctic water and reindeer grazing in the alpine tundra. For real diversity in Arctic landscapes and wildlife, this expedition covers it all.
Embark on a 12-day expedition cruise that will take you to see the best of Antarctica. Experience nature's majesty as you navigate through ever-changing ice waters, surrounded by towering glaciers and colossal icebergs that glisten under the ethereal Antarctic sun. Discover Antarctica's wildlife as you spot seals, penguin colonies and whales against backdrops of staggering natural beauty.
In this 23-day expedition cruise discover the incredible wildlife and beautiful wilderness landscapes of the Falkland Islands, South Georgia and Antarctica. See a wide variety of iconic wildlife across the three distinct habitats, including nesting penguins, fur seals and whales. Be immersed in diverse landscapes, from the lush green hills of the Falklands and the alpine landscapes of South Georgia, to the iceberg-studded seas of Antarctica.
On this 19-day journey, explore Alaska’s rugged coastline and the remote Aleutian Islands to Nome. Explore Alaska’s rugged coastline and the remote Aleutian Islands to Nome. Scout for bears in Katmai National Park and on Kodiak Island, and look out for whales, seals, sea otters and rare birds such as the Red-legged Kittiwake. Discover the untouched scenery, fascinating history, historic ports, and wild atmosphere of the remote, isolated islands of St Paul and St Matthew.
This 11-day itinerary to and from Glasgow takes in the incredible scenery and charming towns of the inner and outer Hebrides, plus a beautiful freshwater lake and many off-the-beaten-path destinations. You'll be transfixed by the raw natural beauty of the Treshnish Isles, Iona and Skye, while UNESCO-listed St Kilda gives new meaning to ‘wild abandon’. Visit castles, historic homes and standing stones and experience Scotland's cultural notes with whisky, tartan and tweed.
MS Spitsbergen is named after the Arctic crown of Norway, after a complete reconstruction in 2016, the ship spends part of the year sailing the Norwegian Coast and part of the year as part of the expedition programme, to destinations further afield.
Named after the Norwegian polar explorer, Roald Amundsen who was the first person to reach the South Pole. Like its namesake, the MS Roald Amundsen is a pioneer in Polar expedition voyages. The ship is one of the first to feature a hybrid propulsion system that will not only reduce its fuel consumption but will show that large hybrid ships are possible. The Roald Amundsen will be joined by its sister ship the MS Fridtjof Nansen in 2019.
The original Fram was the most famous explorer ship of her time, and the achievements of her Arctic and Antarctic expeditions are the stuff of legend. In this spirit, the comfortable surroundings and advanced technology on today’s MS Fram – which was fully upgraded in summer 2022 – make her exceptionally well suited for modern expedition cruising.
MS Fridtjof Nansen the next generation expedition ship. It will explore some of the most spectacular and remote places on Earth. It is the sister ship to the MS Roald Amundsen. Together they are the first hybrid expedition ships to operate in the polar regions.
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