HX Expeditions

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  • $100 onboard credit per person on MS Santa Cruz II sailings*
  • €90 euro onboard credit per person for all HX expedition cruises*
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HX guests on a whale watching expedition in antarctica

See the World and Save

For a limited time, HX is offering savings up to $4,000 on select 2025, 2026, and 2027 expedition voyages in Antarctica, the Galápagos Islands, Greenland, Svalbard, and more.** Book by March 31, 2025.

With hikes, kayaking, and even camping, these voyages immerse you in the beauty and wonder of the destinations you're exploring.

AAA Members also receive $100 per person onboard credit on Galápagos sailings and €90 per person onboard credit on all others.

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HX guests on a nature walk in the galapagos islands

Galápagos Expedition Cruises

The wild beauty and unique ecology of the Galápagos Islands make for the perfect expedition cruise destination. See giant tortoises, marine iguanas and other iconic Galápagos wildlife. Explore the Galápagos on the MS Santa Cruz II on a handpicked itinerary. With only about 12 guests per Expedition Team member, you’ll enjoy an educational, intimate experience.

AAA Members receive $100 onboard credit per person.

What makes HX unique?

HX is a world leader in expedition travel. Since 1893, HX (formerly Hurtigruten) has been taking guests to the most spectacular places on the planet. Your expedition ship will go beyond the usual highlights and iconic cities, venturing to remote communities and hidden gems few get to see.

With sustainability and exploration at HX's core, guests enjoy authentic, immersive travel experiences that expand knowledge and nurture new understandings for the world we live in. Are you ready for your next adventure?

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What's it like on an HX expedition cruise?

HX expedition voyages focus on active exploration, with an emphasis on science and education. From small boats (RIBs) and optional activities—including hiking, kayaking, snorkeling and more—to a state-of-the-art Science Center, relevant lectures and a Citizen Science program, guests are immersed in amazing landscapes, get up close to rare wildlife, visit locations off the beaten path, socialize with local citizens and encounter unique cultures.

outdoor deck on HX ship

What should you expect on board?

The HX fleet consists of small, agile ships and the world’s first hybrid electric-powered vessels. On board, guests will experience an informal, welcoming atmosphere, luxurious cabins, exquisite dining and stylish interiors made from natural materials. The ships are small enough to maneuver close to the coastline, offering exceptional views of the passing landscapes.

HX expedition team and guests in alaska

Are there expert guides on board?

HX's Expedition Team includes handpicked experts who know their destinations better than anyone. They organize and guide activities both on board and ashore, are accessible to guests and share their vast knowledge of the places they explore. They’re specialists in a variety of fields and deliver engaging lectures on topics such as glaciology, history, biology, archeology and more.

elegant food served in lindstrom cafe on HX voyages

How's the dining?

Prepare your taste buds for mouth-watering meals on board. In elegant Lindstrøm, you'll enjoy a premium menu featuring exceptionally presented dishes inspired by the regions the ships explore and prepared using locally sourced ingredients. Complement your gourmet meal with a recommendation from the extensive wine list.

expedition suite on HX ship

What about the accommodations?

If you pictured an expedition ship as being a rusty old frigate with faded décor, prepare to have your expectations blown away. Treat yourself to an Expedition Suite and add some indulgence to your voyage. These well-appointed and serviced apartments offer special features such as private balconies, expansive windows, and hot tubs.

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*Guests will receive 90 euro onboard credit per person for all Hurtigruten Expeditions cruises, except on the MS Santa Cruz II where guests will receive a $100 USD onboard credit per person. For cruises where the onboard credit is given in euro (EUR), the USD equivalent will fluctuate due to the exchange rate at the time of usage. The offer is valid for new bookings, and North American residents 18 years or older only. The offer is limited to two persons per cabin. The onboard credit is not transferable and cannot be exchanged for cash. Guests who do not use the full amount of the onboard credit during their purchased sailing will not be refunded the remaining credit.
**Offer valid on new bookings made between January 27, 2025 and February 28, 2025 and is valid on departures between January 28, 2025 and March 31, 2027. Level 1 members are entitled to a 5% discount during this offer period on HX only. Level 2 members are entitled to a 10% discount during this offer period on HX only. Offer is redeemable online and via our contact center. The discount will be automatically applied to the booking if the correct HX Explorers membership details are included. The discount is combinable with other HX offers and applies to everyone in your cabin. Price Promise is combinable with the HX Explorers loyalty program discounts for all existing members prior to January 27, 2025. Offer is valid on the tour code components only including voyage, flights and hotels included in the offer price. Offer does not apply to other optional components sold separately to the tour code, including additional international flights, optional excursions, optional pre/post tours, insurance, additional hotel accommodation, optional arrival and departure packages and transfers. For Trade partners the promotion applies to new FIT bookings only made during January 27, 2025 and February 28, 2025. The discount is available for online bookings and those made via our contact center. This promotion is not combinable or valid on group bookings. HX have the right to limit, change, or discontinue this offer at any time without notice. Otherwise, payment, cancellation, refund and other terms are as per our standard Booking Terms & Conditions.
**Saving, discount, or amount off stated in USD represents a discount applied to the “From” price quoted in USD per person based on full occupancy of cabin on the specified sailing or Tour Code. Applies to bookings made from December 19, 2024 to March 31, 2025 (inclusive) for selected HX departures from March 1, 2025 and March 31, 2027 (inclusive). Bookings outside of these periods do not qualify. Offer is subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without prior notice. Solo supplements may apply and applies to all offer occupancies. Combinable with the HX Explorers loyalty and AARP programs. Price Promise valid for sailings between April 1, 2025 to March 31, 2027.

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