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HX Expeditions is marking 130 years of exploration – and you're invited to join the celebration.

Book an Oceanview Cabin and Upgrade to a Suite for FREE with HX Expeditions!

From $7,845* per person, twin share

HX Expeditions is marking 130 years of exploration – and you’re invited to join the celebration. Set sail to Antarctica, Greenland, Svalbard, Alaska and more.

Book an Oceanview Cabin and enjoy a FREE upgrade to a Suite!

But hurry – this celebratory offer ends 31 August 2025.

  • Departs 2 May, 23 May, 13 June & 4 July 2026
  • 9 Days
  • Vancouver to Seward
  • MS Roald Amundsen
    • From

    $7,845*

    per person, twin share
    Price based on 1 & 22 May 2026 departure date
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    Itinerary

    Day 1 | Vancouver

    Your adventure starts in Vancouver. A bustling and beautiful seaport city set against steep mountains.Vancouver’s various neighbourhoods buzz with world-class farm-to-table cuisine. Wander Gastown, Vancouver’s Victorian quarter or walk around beautiful Stanley Park, which offers a view of the city and a glimpse of the stunning nature you’ll see on the voyage. Why not arrive early and take advantage of everything Vancouver has to offer.Your expedition ship MS Roald Amundsen awaits you at the pier. Settle in and take your time to get to know the ship before listening to the safety briefing.

    Day 2 | Cruising Queen Charlotte Sound

    Look out for marine wildlife as we cruise the Inside PassageThe Inside Passage coastal route takes us through the great North American Pacific Fjordland, a protected stretch of water over 930 miles long.We’ll be sailing outside of the protected fjords into open waters, up Queen Charlotte Sound and Hecate Strait. This is a day at sea, and our passage is somewhat protected from the open ocean by the island of Haida Gwaii. As we sail, look out for wildlife including humpback whales, orcas, fin whales, minke whales and Pacific white-sided dolphins.

    Day 3 | Misty Fjords

    Revel in a wilderness where wildlife thrivesPart of the Tongass National Forest, Misty Fjords is a pristine wilderness of evergreen trees, roaring waterfalls and snowcapped peaks. The revered naturalist John Muir described the area as one of the most beautiful places he’d ever seen.Weather permitting, you’ll join the Expedition Team to tour Misty Fjords in our small expedition boats, or explore in a kayak.

    Misty Fjords is rich in wildlife. As we explore, scan the shores and forests for black and brown bears, as well as moose. These waters are home to Pacific salmon, otters, Steller sea lions, harbour seals, orcas and Dall’s porpoises. Skywards, you might spot herons and Bald Eagles.

    Day 4 | Klawock

    Discover Klawock’s Native heritageToday we visit Klawock, beautifully situated on the western shore of Prince of Wales Island.The small town has a population of around 700 and is known for its array of totem poles.A centre for Łingít culture, the original name of the island was ‘Taan’ meaning sea lion. At the Totem Park you’ll see 21 exquisitely carved examples, some of them replicas of the originals that stood in the winter village of Tuxecan.

    Day 5 | Fjords of Southeast Alaska

    Explore the scenic bays of Chatham StraitStart your day looking out for whales in the pristine waters of Frederick Sound. Today is an exploration day, so the Captain and Expedition Team will use their expertise to choose the best destination.We might take to the water in our expedition boats and investigate the secluded coves and forested shorelines of the 150-mile-long Chatham Strait, or perhaps opportunities for kayaking will present themselves if the conditions are right. Wherever we explore, keep a lookout for wildlife as Bald Eagles, bears and humpback whales can be spotted in this region.

    Day 6 | Alaska

    Embrace the thrill of wild AlaskaToday is another day of exploration as we sail into Icy Strait and take a closer look at some of the islands and islets. As ever – we will gauge the weather conditions and wildlife spotting opportunities to decide upon the best location.Using our expedition boats, we may get close to some of the rocky shores here, with the possibility of a landing and nature walk. The coast in this region grows more rugged the closer we get to the open sea, with rocky pinnacles and sea caves galore. Keep an eye out for whales, as well as sea lions, orcas and Bald Eagles.

    Day 7 | Icy Bay

    Spot wildlife in these glacier-fed watersToday is an exploration day in Icy Bay. Three glaciers – Guyot, Yahtse, and Tyndall – each feed ice into the bay’s waters to give it its name. If conditions allow, you’ll explore in our small expedition boats or by kayak, immersing you in the remarkable beauty of this icy landscape.From Icy Bay, you can admire striking, jagged Mt. St Elias. Known for its steep vertical relief, it is the second tallest peak in the US and third tallest in the US and Canada at over 18,000 ft.

    In the Gulf of Alaska, we’ll scout for humpback whales, orcas, sea otters, and harbour seals which are often seen in these waters.

    Day 8 | Valdez

    Learn about the rich history of ValdezToday you’ll see a region that was in the news for all the wrong reasons when the Exxon Valdez oil spill occurred in 1989, but which today has made a remarkable recovery. After significant clean-up efforts, the coastline has largely recovered — a testament to what can be done to heal damaged ecosystems.On a visit to the Valdez Museum, you’ll see exhibits of Native Alaskan art and culture as well as artifacts from the Gold Rush era, and learn about the history of Alaska’s Bush Pilots. As we travel around this region, look out for wildlife such as beavers, moose and bears.

    Day 9 | Prince William Sound

    Get ready to experience nature’s raw powerToday is a day all about glaciers. Prince William Sound is home to 150 of these amazing rivers of ice, including 17 incredible tidewater glaciers. Your Captain will choose the best location for the day based on the conditions.We’ll get as close to the glaciers as we safely can, taking our small expedition boats into the fjord or even exploring by kayak if conditions permit. From the water, you might catch sight of humpback whales, Bald Eagles, otters and harbor seals, all of which inhabit this icy wilderness.

    Day 10 | Seward

    Travel inland to Anchorage through spectacular scenery

    Your expedition cruise ends in Seward, the only deep-water, ice-free port with road, rail and air connections to Alaska’s interior. Keep your eyes open as we cruise into Resurrection Bay as the area is known for its population of beluga whales.

    To get the most out of your stay, we recommend joining our optional Post-Programme.

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    *Itinerary subject to change

    Highlights

    • Experience rugged wilderness, the glaciers of Icy Bay and Prince William Sound, and see the dramatic landscapes they helped form.
    • Seek out wildlife such as bears, humpback whales, sea lions, sea otters, Dall’s porpoise, harbour porpoise, Sitka black-tail deer, bald eagles, rare Kittlitz’s Murrelets and moose.
    • Visit authentic Alaskan communities in Klawock and Valdez.

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    Terms & Conditions

    *Pricing is correct as of 5.08.2025. Applies to bookings made from 1 April 2025 to 31 August 2025 and is capacity controlled for selected HX departures from 24 October 2025 and 31 March 2027. Departures may be removed at any time. Suite Upgrade Promotion – subject to suite availability at the time of booking. Availability must exist in the following suite categories – ME (MS Roald Amundsen & MS Fridtjof Nansen) and Q2 (MS Fram). Suite Promotion is not applicable to any other suite category (ie MG on MS Fram and MF, MD, MC, MB and MA on MS Roald Amundsen & MS Fridtjof Nansen. Applies to new bookings only and will not be applied to any existing or held bookings. Bookings are subject to availability and may be limited, amended or withdrawn at any time without prior notice. Price Promise does not apply to new bookings made from 1 April 2025 to 31 August 2025. Combinable with the HX Explorers loyalty program. Other restrictions may apply. Alaska’s Inside Passage: Fjords of the Great Land price is based on 2.05.26 & 23.05.26 departure dates. Itineraries are subject to change, and operation is subject to weather conditions, prevailing conditions, and local arrangements that may cause variation. Travel insurance is recommended; please ask us for a quote. Cabins may be on a guaranteed basis and may have obstructed views; HX Expeditions will assign a cabin number closer to your sailing date. Payment by credit card attracts a merchant fee. We act as an agent on behalf of the travel supplier/provider. Our Terms & Conditions are in addition to the Terms and Conditions of each Travel Supplier listed; the Travel supplier/provider determines the terms of cancellation and refunds, if any. Full terms and conditions are provided at the time of booking.

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