HX Expeditions (formerly Hurtigruten Expeditions) is launching its first-ever cruises from New York to Greenland, roundtrip from Newark Liberty International Airport. Departing June 21, 2025—Greenland’s National Day, marked by the summer solstice—these itineraries feature dedicated flight allocations on United Airlines’ direct route to Nuuk. Crafted in collaboration with Greenlandic communities, the new itineraries provide access to Greenland’s west coast aboard the hybrid-powered MS Fridtjof Nansen.
Travelers enjoy a night in Greenland’s capital, exploring landmarks, local cuisine and fjord adventures before heading to remote regions. Joining all voyages is Aleqatsiaq Peary, an Inuk storyteller, musician and hunter from Qaanaaq. As the great-great-great-grandson of Robert Peary, the first person to reach the North Pole, Aleqatsiaq embodies the connection between Greenland’s past and present.
”If you’ve read about Arctic explorers, these itineraries offer a chance to experience it for yourself,” said Aleqatsiaq. “To see what they saw and feel what it was like to journey to the far north aboard their ships.” Onboard, he will share his knowledge of Greenlandic traditions, connecting guests with remote communities and deepening their understanding of Northwest Greenland.
Here are a few highlights of new Itineraries from Newark:
- “Icy Giants of Disko Bay” (June 21, 2025) – This 12-day expedition, the shortest option for travelers, offers a chance to witness Disko Bay’s icebergs, visit UNESCO-listed Ilulissat, and explore Inuit settlements under the midnight sun
- “Mythical Lands of the North” (July 1 & 15, 2025) – This 16-day expedition explores northwest Greenland, including Thule and the High Arctic, with opportunities to see narwhals, walruses and polar bears
- “Farthest North to Thule and Kane Basin” (July 29, 2025) – A 20-day journey venturing farther north than HX Expeditions has ever gone in Greenland, connecting with isolated northern communities
- “Northwest Passage – Through the Arctic Labyrinth” (August 16, 2025) – Beginning in Nuuk, Greenland and ending in Nome, AK, this 26-day expedition crosses the famed Northwest Passage, offering one of the world’s most exclusive travel experiences
HX Expeditions’ dedicated flight allocations on United Airlines’ direct route to Nuuk ensure seamless travel, with all-inclusive packages covering excursions, onboard Science Center activities, meals, drinks, and more.
For more information, visit www.travelhx.com.
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