Explore the Legendary Northwest PassageGreenland

Connecting the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans through the Canadian Arctic, the Northwest Passage has become the stuff of legends. The fabled route, a holy grail for explorers, was once virtually impenetrable thanks to a thick year-round cover of sea ice. It did little to deter explorers, though. Records show that almost 40 expeditions have sailed these waters, either to explore this unknown territory or to find the sea route to Asia, since the late fifteenth century (the first recorded attempt was by John Cabot in 1497, and the most famous (and failed) one was by James Cook in 1776). Even today, with improved conditions, crossing the Passage calls for enormous skill and the best equipment. And Hurtigruten’s The Northwest Passage – In the Wake of Great Explorers expedition, complete with state-of-the-art vessel, offers you the opportunity to sail in the wake of the great explorers of the past.

This is a journey for hardy explorers who seek an adventure unlike anything else. Being at the top of the world means sailing where the ice allows and you'll gain some insight into what Norwegian explorer Roald Amundsen, the first person to successfully conquer the Northwest Passage between 1903 to 1906, felt and experienced – both in the unforgettable sights and challenging waters – to cross the passage. No matter where you sail or what you see, a journey aboard a Hurtigruten vessel is a safe and thrilling expedition (and unlike Amundsens's expedition on Gjoa, a converted herring boat, a vastly more comfortable one)

The highlights of this 19-day expedition include visiting some of the world’s northernmost communities, exploring legendary inlets and channels and partaking in exciting small boat cruises and landings. Heading east across Davis Strait, you will reach Greenland and have the chance to discover some of the Greenlandic Inuit settlements and the UNESCO World Heritage site Ilulissat Icefjord, before the expedition ends in Kangerlussuaq.

price guide

The 15-day The Northwest Passage – In the Wake of Great Explorers expedition starts from US$13,070 (based on the 14 August 2020 departure).

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need to know

The Northwest Passage – In the Wake of Great Explorers (Itinerary 1) departure: 14 August 2020.