This expedition cruise takes you from Iceland to Greenland’s southern coast before attempting to sail to the heart of the Northwest Passage at Cambridge Bay.
Southern Greenland
We begin in Reykjavik, Iceland. From here, you’ll sail the Denmark Strait to Prince Christian Sound, a spectacular maze of channels made of granite rock, and filled with ice floes and glaciers. We spend four days exploring the remarkable fjords and settlements of southern Greenland, including the capital Nuuk and the stunning UNESCO-listed Ilulissat Icefjord.
Into the Northwest Passage
The next part of our adventure takes us across the Davis Strait and the start of our attempt to cross the Northwest Passage. Over seven days, we’ll explore the islands that dot this famously challenging sea route, only navigable a few weeks of the year. You’ll discover a range of possible sites amidst spectacular nature, abundant wildlife, Thule and Inuit settlements, and historic trading posts.
Our route and landings will depend very much on the sea and weather conditions. We plan to take you for small boat cruises among ice floes and Arctic wildlife. The Captain and the Expedition Leader will pick spots for escorted landings with the Expedition Team, that may include Pond Inlet, Dundas Harbour, Radstock Bay, Fort Ross and Gjoa Haven.
If successful, our great sea adventure ends in Cambridge Bay, where explorers once sought shelter from the harsh winters. You’ll take a flight to Edmonton before returning home. Should sea ice prevent us from completing our transit of the Northwest Passage, you’ll still have experienced the rugged beauty of the High Arctic and many an opportunity to spot rare wildlife such as polar bears.

Our Northwest Passage Attempts are expeditions where we, in true expedition style, challenge the elements and the ice-edge of the Arctic Ocean, to circumnavigate this remote and icy waterways – in a safe way. Several alternative routes combined with our deep knowledge of the area and flexibility are key factors to giving you the most amazing experience. And if we really manage to circumnavigate Baffin Island or sail through the entire Northwest Passage, it will be one for the books.
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Day 1Reykjavik-Embarkation
World`s Northernmost Capital
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Day 2-3At sea
The Denmark Strait
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Day 4Prince Christian Sound Region- Exploration Day
Mountains, Glaciers and Icebergs
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Day 5Kvanefjord
Kvanefjord
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Day 6Nuuk
The Capital of Greenland
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Day 7Sisimiut
Modern Settlement with Ancient Traditions
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Day 8Ilulissat
Birth of Icebergs
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Day 9-10At sea - Labrador Sea
Crossing the Davis Strait
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Day 11-17Northwest Passage
Heart of the Northwest Passage
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Day 18Cambridge Bay - Disembarkation & flight
A Good Fishing Place
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Day 19Edmonton
End of your expedition
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Included in your voyage
Hotels
- Overnight in Edmonton after the Expedition cruise including breakfast
Flights
- Economy flight from Cambridge Bay to Edmonton
Transfers
- Transfer from the ship to the airport in Cambridge Bay after the Expedition cruise
- Transfer from the airport in Edmonton to the hotel after the Expedition cruise
Expedition Cruise
- Expedition cruise in a cabin of your choice
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner including beverages (house beer and wine, sodas, and mineral water) in restaurants Aune and Fredheim
- À la carte restaurant Lindstrøm included for suite guests
- Complimentary tea and coffee
- Complimentary Wi-Fi on board. Be aware that we sail in remote areas with limited connection. Streaming is not supported.
- Complimentary reusable water bottle to use at water refill stations on board
- English-speaking Expedition Team who organise and accompany activities on board and ashore
- Range of included excursions
Onboard Activities
- Experts on the Expedition Team deliver in-depth lectures on a variety of topics
- Use of the ship’s Science Center which has an extensive library and advanced biological and geological microscopes
- Citizen Science programme allows guests to assist with live scientific research
- Professional onboard photographer gives top tips and tricks for the best landscape and wildlife photos
- Use of the ship’s hot tubs, infinity pool, panoramic sauna, outdoor and indoor gyms, and outdoor running track
- Informal gatherings with the crew such as daily recaps and preparation for the day to come
Landing Activities
- Escorted landings with small expedition boats
- Loan of boots, trekking poles, and all equipment for activities
- Complimentary wind and water-resistant expedition jacket
- Expedition Photographers help with your camera settings before landings
Not included in your voyage
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Luggage handling
- Optional shore excursions with our local partners
- Optional small-group activities with our Expedition Team
- Optional treatments in the onboard wellness and spa area
Notes
- All planned activities are subject to weather and ice conditions
- Excursions and activities are subject to change
- Medical questionnaire is mandatory
- Please make sure you meet all entry and boarding requirements
- No gratuities expected
Photo: Stian Klo, Thomas Haltner and Andrea Klaussner
Your ship
MS Fram
Year built | 2007 |
Year of refurbishment | 2020 |
Shipyard | Fincantieri, Italy |
Passenger capacity | 318 (200 in Antarctica) |
Beds | 276 |
Car capacity | 0 |
Gross tonnage | 11 647 T |
Length | 114 m |
Beam | 20.2 m |
Speed | 13 knots |
The original Fram was the most famous explorer ship of its time, and the achievements of her expeditions are unparalleled. MS Fram brings on the heritage of the original Fram, using the most advanced technology to make her exceptionally well suited for expedition voyages in Polar Regions.
Practical information
Sailing with MS Fram
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Practical Information: Expedition Cruises with MS Fram
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Activities and lectures on your cruise to the Northwest Passage
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Meet our Expedition Teams
Before you travel with MS Fram
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