HX Expeditions

On this adventure from Vancouver to Whittier, you’ll venture deep into Prince William Sound, the Inside Passage, and the Alaskan Panhandle. Each day brings flexible expedition-style opportunities to get out on small boats or kayaks as the Expedition Team scout for the best landings and wildlife encounters. You’ll watch for whales and orcas, as well as bears and moose along the shore, experiencing Alaska’s glaciers, fjords, and towering mountains up close. With several days set aside for pure exploration, you’ll have the opportunity to walk, sail and kayak in some of the most soul-stirringly beautiful places that wild Alaska can offer.

The southeast region of Alaska is known for its enchanting vistas and its mix of cultures. We’ll be visiting remote Indigenous communities where the Łingít, Haida, and Chugach peoples continue long-standing traditions rooted in these lands and waters. We’ll also spend time in places influenced by later arrivals – Russian and Norwegian among them – whose presence has left enduring marks on the region’s history and character.

Quito is one of South America’s most alluring capitals and a World Heritage City of graceful Spanish-era architecture, packed with cosy restaurants and artisanal shops. With two overnights here, you’ll have time to taste delicious Ecuadorian specialties and stroll through colorful markets brimming with local handicrafts. On the second day, you’ll visit Quito´s historic centre on a guided tour.  

After exploring Quito´s historic centre and visiting the Equator, we’ll head to the Galápagos Islands for an unforgettable sea adventure. We’ll be on the lookout for iconic animals such as giant tortoises, marine iguanas and Blue-footed Boobies. On this active cruise, and with an onboard Expedition Team of local guides, you'll get closer to the many natural wonders in our small expedition boats, kayaks and glass-bottom boat.

After a flight from Reykjavík, your voyage of discovery begins in Nuuk. On this all-encompassing expedition cruise, you’ll discover the wonders of four Arctic regions: the jagged east coast of Baffin Island, the azure shores of Devon Island, the spine-tingling fjords of Northwest Greenland, and the awe-inspiring Disko Bay in West Greenland.  

You’ll sail through biologically rich sea ice environments and visit remote coastal communities.  Learn about Inuit culture through firsthand experiences and search for wildlife like bowhead whales, narwhals, seabirds and elusive polar bears. On board your fully equipped vessel, you can recharge between adventures and delve into the science of the region with your Expedition Team.

HX is a proud member of the Association of Arctic Expedition Cruise Operators (AECO). To protect the sensitive environments we explore, we carefully follow AECO standards on available landing sites and safe distances from wildlife, while still giving you an unforgettable expedition experience.

Four iconic regions of the pristine North

Setting out from Greenland’s picturesque capital, Nuuk, we’ll traverse the shores of Baffin Bay—the icy sea that links east and west and binds the cultures of Arctic Canada and Greenland. This all-encompassing expedition cruise reveals the exquisite southern fjords of Greenland, the majestic grandeur of the Torngat Mountains, the historic settlements of coastal Labrador, and the charm of Newfoundland. The days will be filled with awe and wonder as we sail expedition-style and set foot in some of the most out-of-the-way places on the planet.

Exploration at the edge

As we cruise through biologically rich marine environments and visit remote communities, you’ll learn about the distinct Inuit cultures found in Greenland and Labrador. Situated at a crossroads where migrations from the East and the West met, this region has a captivating past. Uncover the diverse histories of European explorers, Viking settlers, Moravian missionaries and Basque whalers on a fascinating deep dive into the history and ecology of this pristine and under-explored destination.

In line with AECO

HX is a proud member of the Association of Arctic Expedition Cruise Operators (AECO). To protect the sensitive environments we explore, we carefully follow AECO standards on available landing sites and safe distances from wildlife, while still giving you an unforgettable expedition experience.

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Marvel at colossal glaciers and icebergs on this incredible Antarctica expedition cruise. Experience nature's majesty as we navigate ever-changing icescapes on our hybrid-powered ship. Your Expedition Team will bring you close to your stunning surroundings on ice-cruising and landing activities.

It's a busy time for the wildlife of Antarctica between November and March. In October and November, penguins court and nest, while December and January are when penguins hatch. February and March offer peak whale watching opportunities.  

Quito is one of South America’s most alluring capitals and a World Heritage City of graceful Spanish-era architecture, packed with cosy restaurants and artisanal shops. With two overnights here, you’ll have time to taste delicious Ecuadorian specialties and stroll through colorful markets brimming with local handicrafts. On the second day, you’ll visit Quito´s historic centre on a guided tour.  

After exploring Quito´s historic centre and visiting the Equator, we’ll head to the Galápagos Islands for an unforgettable sea adventure. We’ll be on the lookout for iconic animals such as giant tortoises, marine iguanas and Blue-footed Boobies. On this active cruise, and with an onboard Expedition Team of local guides, you'll get closer to the many natural wonders in our small expedition boats, kayaks and glass-bottom boat.