To find out more about the itinerary for this cruise, select the itinerary items below.
| Day | Date | Port of Call | Arrival | Departure |
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| 1 | Tuesday, May 18, 2027 | Longyearbyen, Norway | Embark | 8:00 PM |
Longyearbyen lies on the river Longyearelva on the Norwegian Island of Spitsbergen high in the Arctic. It is the world’s northern-most town, as all settlements further north are research or meteorological outposts. The modern town, fringed by abandoned mining detritus, enjoys a superb backdrop including two glacier tongues, Longyearbreen and Lars Hjertabreen. Read more about Longyearbyen, Norway |
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| 2 | Wednesday, May 19, 2027 | Hornsund | ||
| 3 | Thursday, May 20, 2027 | Bamsebu | ||
| 3 | Thursday, May 20, 2027 | Calypsobyen | ||
| 4 | Friday, May 21, 2027 | Magdalenefjord, Norway | 8:00 AM | 8:00 PM |
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Magdalenefjord lies on the NW corner of Spitsbergen, a Norwegian island and the largest in the Svalbard archipelago, situated in the Arctic Ocean. The fjord lies at 80 deg. north latitude, making it possibly the furthest north of all cruise ship destinations. Read more about Magdalenefjord, Norway |
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| 5 | Saturday, May 22, 2027 | Smeerburg | ||
| 6 | Sunday, May 23, 2027 | Ice Edge Attempt | ||
| 7 | Monday, May 24, 2027 | Ny-Alesund, Norway | 8:00 AM | 12:00 PM |
Ny-Ålesund is one of four permanent settlements on the island of Spitsbergen in the Svalbard archipelago in the Kingdom of Norway. It is administered by Kings Bay company, a Norwegian government enterprise. Lying within the Arctic Circle just 1255 km from the North Pole, it is the northernmost functional civilian settlement in the world, with a population varying from 35 to 180 (winter to summer). Read more about Ny-Alesund, Norway |
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| 7 | Monday, May 24, 2027 | Krossfjorden | ||
| 8 | Tuesday, May 25, 2027 | Longyearbyen, Norway | 6:00 AM | Disembark |
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Longyearbyen lies on the river Longyearelva on the Norwegian Island of Spitsbergen high in the Arctic. It is the world’s northern-most town, as all settlements further north are research or meteorological outposts. The modern town, fringed by abandoned mining detritus, enjoys a superb backdrop including two glacier tongues, Longyearbreen and Lars Hjertabreen. Read more about Longyearbyen, Norway |
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MS Fram was built with the purpose of being an expedition vessel. With higher ice-class, chart drawing tools, ship depth sounding database, extractable forward sounding sonar, iceberg search lights and many more incredible features - MS Fram is simply the best expedition ship imaginable.
Q2, M4, M2, MG, Q4
These elegant suites are situated on upper decks and include a seating area, TV and minibar.
F4, F2, U2
Size approximately: 22 m2. Flexible sleeping arrangements, seating area (chairs), TV, kettle, shower/WC.
FJ, N4, SD, N2
Size approximately: 16 - 21 m2. Enjoy these comfortable cabins with double beds* and TV situated on upper decks with a limited view.
I4, I2
Size approximately: 6 - 10 m2. Relax in these comfortable, standard inside cabins on middle or upper deck with separate beds where one can be turned into a sofa.
HX Expeditions Experience
Your expedition cruise with HX Expeditions includes:
• All meals in the main dining room
• A selection of wine, beer, sodas and mineral water during lunch and dinner
• Tea and coffee available during the day
• Complimentary wind and water-resistant expedition jacket
• Free Wi-Fi (subject to accessibility)
• No gratuities expected
• A variety of shore excursions and explorations with expert guiding from the HX expedition team*
• A selection of gear, such as trekking poles and boots, will be available for loan depending on the voyage
• Access to in-depth lectures as well as the Advanced Science Center and Citizen Science Program
Terms & Conditions apply.
HX Expeditions Club Offer
Clean Cruising Club Members receive EUR180 per cabin onboard credit per stateroom*
Plus, your cruise with HX Expeditions includes:
• All meals in the main dining room
• Specially selected wine, beer, sodas and mineral water including during lunch and dinner plus tea and coffee available during the day
• Complimentary wind and water-resistant expedition jacket
• Free Wi-Fi (subject to accessibility)
• No gratuities expected
• On board and on shore excursions and explorations*
• A small selection of gear, such as trekking poles and rubber boots, will be available for loan depending on the season and the destination
• Expert guiding with the assistance of the HX expedition team
* To receive the bonus Clean Cruising Club member offer, guests must be current members of the Clean Cruising Club.
Terms & Conditions apply.
HX Expeditions 130th Anniversary Sale
Celebrate 130 years of HX Expeditions and book a select sailing to receive:
• Save up to 25% on your cruise fare*
• Free suite upgrades on selected Antarctica expeditions*
PLUS: Your expedition cruise with HX Expeditions will always include:
• All meals in the main dining room & a selection of wine, beer & beverages during meals
• Complimentary wind and water-resistant expedition jacket
• Free Wi-Fi (subject to accessibility) & no gratuities expected
• A variety of shore excursions and explorations with expert guiding from the HX expedition team*
• Advanced Science Center and Citizen Science Program + more!
Offer ends 31 August 2026. Terms & Conditions apply.
Hold a cabin or view live cabin availability aboard MS Fram for this sailing
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Cruiseline: HX Expeditions Ship: MS Fram Departure: Tuesday, May 18, 2027 Nights: 7 nights Departs: Longyearbyen Returns: Longyearbyen
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