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Worldwide cultural expeditions 2022/2023 sailings
A new season of
D I S C O V E R S WA N H E L L E N I C
cultural exploration
Welcome to a new season of expedition
cruising at its finest, where you’ll get to
choose from the world’s most incredible
itineraries and explore some of the
wildest corners of the planet.
Swan Hellenic has more than seven decades of expertise
in undiscovered destinations. And we will provide you
with an in-depth look at wildlife, history, anthropology
and landscapes – all on board a sophisticated, state-of-
the-art expedition ship.
This season, our sailings traverse the globe, from the vast
polar regions, to the rich history of the Mediterranean,
and the incredible landscapes and wildlife of Africa.
It's time to make life-changing discoveries, create
unforgettable memories and see what others don't.
We look forward to welcoming you on board.
Contents
2 Discover Swan Hellenic 24 Our ships
4 Where we travel 28 Staterooms & suites
6 The Swan Hellenic difference 30 Dining
8 Sustainability 32 Personal service
10 Cultural cruising 34 A typical day
12 Meet the experts 36 What's included
16 Things to do 38 Deck plans
18 Ship routes 42 Where to find us
2 Swan Hellenic zodiac tour visiting local Gentoo penguins in Antarctica 3
World class adventure ARCTIC
W H E R E W E T R AV E L
Join the ranks of intrepid
pioneers as you explore
SH Minerva SH Vega SH Diana the mesmerising home
of the Midnight Sun. SVALBARD
Longyearbyen
Jun & Jul 2023
BARENTS
GREENLAND SEA
GREENLAND SEA
LABRADOR NORWEGIAN
SEA SEA
CANADIAN ARCTIC Ittoqqortoormitt
Visit thriving Inuit Tromso
May & Jul 2023
NORTHERN EUROPE
communities and Kangerlussuaq Think you know it? Think
ALASKA
haunting Viking ruins Sep 2023
again. See Europe’s
ICELAND SWEDEN
amidst wildlife-packed famed cultural capitals in
active glaciers. Reykjavik
a dazzling new light.
Jun & Aug 2023
NORWAY
Bergen
May 2023
BERING SEA CANADA
SEA OF
OKHOTSK
UK Amsterdam
Dublin NETHERLANDS
Portsmouth
NORTH ATLANTIC OCEAN GERMANY
Halifax FRANCE
Oct 2023
Bilbao
Istanbul
Mar & Sep 2023
MEDITERRANEAN
ITALY
PORTUGAL GREECE
Experience legendary
UNITED STATES
JAPAN Lisbon SPAIN TURKEY delights in the cradle of
Piraeus
Hiroshima Apr, May, Aug 2023
Palermo Limassol Western civilisation: a
Kobe Apr, Aug, Sep 2023
CYPRUS
Feb & Oct 2023
destination for culture
Nagasaki May 2023
JAPAN Funchal
Suez Canal aficionados.
From technicolor
NORTHcities
PACIFIC
OCEAN CARIBBEAN Tenerife Aqaba
to Shinto sanctuaries,
Dance to your own SAUDI
watch in awe as ancient beat in paradise: EGYPT ARABIA
and modern collide. CARIBBEAN
kaleidoscopic culture, Jeddah
SEA
pristine beaches and
reggae rhythm abound. Sao Filipe
St Maarten
SENEGAL
Manila
PHILIPPINES Dakar
GHANA
PAPUA NEW GUINEA
Accra
Explore off the beaten Apr 2023
KENYA
Bitung track in this natural Mombasa
Jayapura PACIFIC
INDONESIA paradise, surrounded by OCEAN Nov 2023 Port Victoria
Rabaul azure blue seas. FRENCH POLYNESIA Fortaleza Zanzibar
PAPUA NEW Apr & Aug 2023
GUINEA Whitest sand and Oct 2023 Luanda
Benoa
Alotau
turquoise lagoons: the BRAZIL Nosy Be
Jun 2023
‘Pearl of the Pacific’ truly SOUTH ANGOLA
Darwin
Jul & Aug 2023
Lautoka lives up to its name. ATLANTIC OCEAN
Broome Cairns
NEW SOUTH AMERICA MADAGASCAR
CALEDONIA FIJI FRENCH
NAMIBIA
Lifou Island POLYNESIA Ancient cultures, vibrant
Walvis Bay MOZAMBIQUE
markets, tantalising cuisine:
AUSTRALIA Papeete
SOUTH
South America offers a
Sep 2023 Maputo
PACIFIC
OCEAN
true celebration of life. SOUTH
Easter Island Valparaíso ARGENTINA
Oct 2023
AFRICA
Buenos Aires
Oct & Nov 2022 Cape Town
Auckland
AFRICA
Mar & Nov 2023
CHILE
Tristan da Cunha
Rich traditions intrigue
NEW ZEALAND
and metropolitan cities
NEW ZEALAND entertain, but the
Dunedin
Explore the home of savannah wildlife is the
Mar 2023
AUSTRALIA Māori culture amidst South Orkney real draw.
SOUTH Islands
landscapes
PACIFIC famed for
The vast ochre outback, Ushuaia
their OCEAN
fantastical scale. Oct 2022 – Mar 2023
pristine beaches and
stylish cities: laid-back ANTARCTICA
ATLANTIC
Australia has it all. Witnessing
OCEAN the icy
landscapes of Earth’s
southernmost continent
DRAKE PASSAGE Antarctic Sound
is a once-in-a-lifetime
achievement.
Balleny Island
ANTARCTIC
Peter I Island PENINSULA
Siple I Island
McMurdo Station
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ANTARCTIC
T H E S WA N H E L L E N I C D I F F E R E N C E
Over 70 years of
cruise expertise
That’s how long we’ve been
navigating the world’s waters.
Swan Hellenic is built on a passion
for exploration, a reputation for
safety and professionalism of the
highest standard.
Boutique ships
Just you and nature, that’s
how you’ll feel on our 5 star
contemporary 'Scandinavian
inspired' ships. With open-plan
design, panoramic views and a
focus on wellness, they’re the
perfect place to relax, recharge
and explore.
Intuitive service
See what
When it comes to anticipating
your needs, no request is too
big or too small. To us, personal
and unobtrusive service means
others don’t
everything from making sure
you’re fully equipped for an Arctic
excursion to remembering your
favourite gin serve when it comes
to pre-dinner drinks.
Some people see things as they are,
others look further. Let us take you
Enriching cultural
on a journey that will change the way expeditions
you see the world. Sail to some of the Once, we travelled to educate –
most incredible, remote destinations on professors, scientists, researchers.
the planet. When you travel with us, the Over the years, we’ve developed
a deep knowledge of the world.
wonders of the world take on a richer hue. Today, we use this knowledge
to create immersive cultural
experiences that take you
to the heart of a place.
Elephants enjoying the beach at Loango National Park, Africa
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S U S TA I N A B I L I T Y
A culture of
care for people
and planet Equality, Diversity
& Inclusion
Swan Hellenic has always been Dynamically inclusive companies
and societies are key to sustainable
passionate about our planet’s rich development. As the pioneer
environmental and cultural heritage. of cultural expedition cruising,
It’s in our name and nature, it's what welcoming adventurers of every
age, gender, orientation, nationality
inspires us to experience the world’s and interest to explore worldwide.
wild unspoilt places and explore its We promote gender equity and
rich and diverse cultures, ancient women and girls’ empowerment
worldwide, and have strong internal
sites and civilisations.
policies that ensure our employees
enjoy equal opportunities of
employment and professional
development, irrespective of
gender, ethnicity, culture, religion,
Tribal dance event, age, sexual orientation, functional
Papua New Guinea ability and political view.
Our Focus Areas Responsible Cruising Life in the Water Thriving Communities
We are committed to preserving the With our strong seafaring heritage, we We build strong connections with the
Swan Hellenic’s sustainability
beauty of the world we explore for are committed to the responsible use communities that host our cultural
policies are fully compliant with
future generations, taking urgent and of marine resources for sustainable expedition cruises, respecting their
and exceed the cruise industry
innovative concrete action to reduce development. This is vital in promoting cultural and environmental integrity
global standards governing its safety,
our environmental footprint. and conserving the health and while partnering with them to generate
environmental and labour aspects.
biodiversity of the Earth’s waters. positive impacts.
Our sustainability policies, actions
and alliances address the complex Climate Action
interlinked challenges our planet Legacies of the Land Quality Education
Exploring the globe, we constantly
faces today and in line with the We strive to preserve the natural and Education and research empower
encounter dramatic evidence of
UN sustainable development cultural landmarks that our expedition human potential. Proud of our roots in
global warming and climate change,
goals we decided to focus on the cruises explore, promoting and advancing British academia, we work to support
spurring us on in our resolve to take
following 6 key areas. the conservation, restoration and regional research initiatives, ensuring
urgent action that combats their
causes and mitigates the effects both sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems access to inclusive and equitable
in our own operations and worldwide. and historic sites for future generations. education and providing lifelong learning
opportunities for all.
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Exploring
C U LT U R A L C R U I S I N G
Explore
Every Swan Hellenic cruise is the same
with head
today, combining geographical exploration
with cultural and scientific discovery.
We don't just take you to explore the
and heart
most extraordinary places on earth. We
bring you the company of like-minded
people and renowned experts, who offer
eye-opening lectures and are on hand
for informal questions and discussion
Swan Hellenic pioneered throughout your cruise.
cultural expedition cruising in Ancient Greek theatre, Taormina Italy
1954, when we took members
of the Hellenic Society around
the famous sites of ancient
Greece in the company of
eminent classicists. Experience
So when you choose Swan Hellenic to
see what others don’t – you can be sure
you’ll do so with a full perspective and real
insight into the history, cultures, wildlife,
flora, geology and geography of the place.
Briefings before each disembarkation and
recaps afterwards supplement our lectures
and talks, stimulating a relaxed social
environment that encourages the sharing
of experiences.
Ancient statues, Easter Island
Learn
At the same time, every Swan Hellenic cruise
is also full of opportunities for you to develop
your creative passions, with professionals on
board to support you in photography and
more. A library completes the picture, with a
multitude of books on every subject, for you
to take your interests to another level.
It’s the depth of these other dimensions
that’s unique to Swan Hellenic, making us the
first choice of adventurous minds worldwide.
Swan Hellenic wildlife photography lesson
A local taxi in Petra, Jordan 11
Where did your love for
wildlife watching come from?
Exclusive
My love for wildlife started with
seeing a bird in Scotland over
MEET THE EXPERTS
40 years ago and wondering
what it was. It turned out to be
interview with
a Chaffinch. I went to buy a bird
book and a pair of binoculars –
and have not looked back.
"I have travelled
Sue Walsh
Over 5000 species of birds later
I still travel the world looking to over 90
for species which are new countries on
"
to me. Working on the ships
has widened my interest to
all continents.
Lecturer and accredited bird ringer cetaceans and other aspects of
the natural world.
Sue talks to us about wildlife watching
and what to expect on board our ships.
What is bird ringing? What’s been your favourite What’s a common
wildlife watching experience misconception about
Bird ringing (UK) or bird banding
so far on board our cruises? wildlife watching?
(US) is the attachment of a small,
individually numbered metal or A Snow Petrel spent a long time People often ask me how seabirds
plastic tag to the leg or wing of flying round and landing on the sleep. A common comment about
a wild bird to enable individual ship giving us exceptional views seabirds is ‘they are a long way
identification. Data is recorded of this beautiful bird. It is one of from home’. The sea is their home
Experience: 40 years on species, size and condition only three birds that has been and they only come to land to
Specialism: Naturalist which generates information seen at the Geographic South breed. Most seabirds sleep on the
on the survival, productivity Pole and which have the most wing shutting down half their brain
and movements of birds and southerly breeding sites of any at a time or by taking very short
contributes to their conservation. bird, inland in Antarctica. naps a few seconds at a time.
What are some of the most What’s a typical lecture like
extreme locations you’ve on board our ships?
been to watch wildlife? A typical lecture is about 45
I have travelled to over 90 minutes long and is intended to
countries on all continents. There inform and entertain. They are
"
usually held in the lounge on
I went to buy a bird
are so many types of extremes.
Geographical extremes would comfortable seats where you
include the remoteness of can enjoy a drink or snack if you
book and a pair of Antarctica, Kamchatka, the Arctic, wish. You will learn about the
the Tien Shan mountains of places you will be visiting and
Kazakhstan, the desert of Sudan what you are likely to see as
binoculars – and have and the villages of Wuyuan in well as exploring wider topics.
You will also get to know more
"
China. Climate extremes include
about the expert team on board
not looked back. the cold of Japan and Canada in
Winter, the heat of Ghana, Arizona
Sue's favourite
and have an opportunity to ask
them questions.
and United Arab Emirates.
Extremes of cultural development moment on board
include Central Park in New was seeing a Do you have any wildlife
York or the parks of Hong Kong Snow Petrel land watching tips for our guests?
compared to remote settlements
in various parts of, for example,
on the ship. The more time you spend looking
Gentoo penguin,
Rwanda, Colombia, Nepal the luckier you get!
Antarctica
or Cambodia.
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MEET THE EXPERTS
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throughout your trip. On board our boutique
ship, you’re likely to grab a coffee with an
expert, birdwatch on the deck alongside them,
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From kayaking excursions to As you encounter whales, Charles Darwin may not be
hiking trips, you can count dolphins and other marine on board, but our experts will
on our experienced activity species, you can consult give you a new understanding
leaders to guide you to remote, our
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marine biologists for Folding fan Archeological Indigenous
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Expedition
THINGS TO DO
activities
Our expedition activities are once-in-a-
Achievements
lifetime experiences that bring you closer
than ever to untouched landscapes and
incredible wildlife. Whether by sea or by Achievements
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land, Arctic
Polar Plunge
you’llCircle
get to go to places unreachable
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expert guides, see what others don’t and
leave with a new perspectiveTravel of the world. Panama Canal
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Exploring the sea, Indonesia
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Kayaking Zodiac Snorkeling Onboard Snowshoeing
Trekking/ Kayaking
Taste in the world’s most remote
Kayaking Shore excursion All Swan Hellenic
Snorkling Zodiac ships carry a fleet
Birdwatching of
Trekking/ Taste Kayaking Snorkeling along the
Shore excursion
world’s most
Snorkling Zodiac
pristine
Birdwatching Trekking/
Hiking
Snowshoeing
Taste Kayaking
is one of the most thrilling
Hiking Hiking
destinations will be an adventure to Zodiacs – safe and sturdy inflatable rib coral reef areas will for sure be an ways to explore places that are hard to
remember. Glide through stunning boats that can withstand harsh conditions. experience to remember. Knowledge Don your mask Passion Customer
reach.
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get to scale icy landscapes,
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landscapes and keep an eye out for Operated by a highly trained driver, Zodiacs and fins and glide in the lukewarm waters enjoy stunning views and get a great
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curious local wildlife as you get rare access Wildlife allow
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you toGeology
explore places
Snow shoe
that are of remote island groups and atolls in the workout – all in the company of an
to nature’s most untouched places. inaccessible by larger vessels or by land. Indian and Pacific Oceans. Onshore
Led by our expert team.
When you’re on an excursion, you’ll be fully Fauna
experienced and knowledgeable onboard
Do note that kayaking excursions are immersed in spectacular landscapes with Marine biologists you will witness some
Fauna
not included in the price of your Swan the opportunity to see wildlife up close of the richest and best preserved marine
Hiking
Hellenic cruise, so you will need to reserve in their natural habitat – an exhilarating environments on our planet. Shore excursion Snorkling Zodiac
A hiking excursion
Birdwatching Trekking/
is the
Taste
perfect
Kayaking
in advance through your Tour Operator, experience you won’t forget.
Hiking
Penguin Arctic Fox Polar Bear
opportunity to step off the ship and
Travel Agency or Swan Hellenic office. Top tips
explore. You’ll be accompanied by
Top tips • Don’t forget to put sunblock on the back of your legs
• Wear Culture an experienced team who will share
Penguin Arctic Fox Polar Bear
Top tips • Waterproof clothing is essential for Polar regions a T-shirt to protect you from the sun Nature
Wildlife Geology Snow shoe
• Previous kayaking experience is essential • Sun protection is recommended • Masks and fins are provided on board their knowledge of the landscape and
• All equipment will be provided • Prepare to ride on a Zodiac for up to 2 hours wildlife in front of you.
• Prepare for a 1.5 to 3 hour excursion
Culture
Fauna
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sight building
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Synogogue Mosque Kimono Kimono
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UNITED STATES
JAPAN
Hiroshima
NORTH ATLANTIC OCEAN
HIROSHIMA Kobe
Nagasaki May 2023
Life-affirming energy
marks Hiroshima’s
SHIP ROUTES
present, while the Peace
Memorial remains a stark
NORTH PACIFIC
reminder of its past. OCEAN
CARIBBEAN
SEA
RAJA AMPAT
Manila ARCHIPELAGO
PHILIPPINES Cruise through chains of
jungle-covered islands
where sharks, manta rays VENEZUELA
and barracudas thrive. SEPIK RIVER
Traverse this great, COLUMBIA
tropical river from Rabaul,
Bitung where evidence of
Jayapura volcanic activity shapes BALIEM VALLEY
INDONESIA the landscape.
Rabaul In this true highlight of PACIFIC
PAPUA NEW Apr & Aug 2023 Papua New Guinea, age- OCEAN
GUINEA
Benoa
old beliefs remain woven BORA BORA
BRAZIL
Jun 2023 Alotau through everyday life. Whether you want slow-
Darwin paced paradise, action-
Lautoka
Jul & Aug 2023 packed adventure, or ROBINSON CRUSOE
NEW ISLAND
Broome Cairns CALEDONIA FIJI exciting nightlife, Bora
FRENCH
POLYNESIA Bora always delivers. For those with literary
KIMBERLEY Lifou Island
interests: Defoe’s famous
Aboriginal culture runs
novel was partially inspired
deep in this explorer’s AUSTRALIA Papeete
by this very island.
paradise: the most arid Sep 2023
and unforgiving frontier Easter Island Valparaíso ARGENTINA
of Australia. Oct 2023
Oct & Nov 2022
Auckland
SANTA ANA ISLAND CHILE
A diminutive, untouched
NEW ZEALAND coral island in the Solomon
DUSKY & DOUBTFUL Islands, home to two main TORRES DEL PAINE
SOUND indigenous villages. NATIONAL PARK
New Zealand’s Fiordland Dunedin Precipitous granite giants
Mar 2023
boasts stunning views, tower over this wildly South Orkney
popular national park’s Islands
with hundreds of SOUTH
PACIFIC Ushuaia
cascading waterfalls OCEAN impressively diverse
Oct 2022 – Mar 2023
during the rainy season. landscape.
SH Minerva EASTER ISLAND
Embrace the mystery of
this tiny island, where the
iconic Moai statues stand
DRAKE PASSAGE Antarctic Sound
ATLANTIC
OCEAN
defiant and proud.
On an elegant 5 star 'Scandi-design'
Balleny Island
boutique ship, immerse yourself in the Peter I Island ANTARCTIC
PENINSULA
scenery of a cross-continental voyage.
Designed to venture off the beaten path,
your expedition ship floats through New Siple I Island
Zealand fiords, untouched tropical islands ANTARCTIC SOUTH GEORGIA
and Japanese landmarks with ease. The world’s largest
population of king and
macaroni penguins call
the ‘Galapagos of the
Poles’ home.
McMurdo Station
18 19GREENLAND SEA SVALBARD
Longyearbyen
Jun & Jul 2023
GREENLAND
GRIMSEY ISLAND
LABRADOR
SEA With a human-to-bird SVALBARD
BARENTS
ratio of 1:10,000, Grimsey Ittoqqortoormitt SEA Get up-close-and-
is perfect for puffin- personal with one of the
spotting in summer. NORWEGIAN
Arctic’s most varied polar
SEA
VATNAJÖKULL landscapes – home to
SHIP ROUTES
NATIONAL PARK 3,000 polar bears.
Kangerlussuaq A recent UNESCO addition,
DISKO BAY Sep 2023
ALASKA Various whales roam viewing Vatnajökull’s
ICELAND
the waters of the bay geothermal landscapes SWEDEN
in springtime, including
Reykjavik feels like watching Earth’s
Jun & Aug 2023 NORWAY
history unfold.
bowheads, humpbacks
and narwhals.
CANADA
UK
Dublin
NETHERLANDS
GERMANY
Halifax BILBAO
Oct 2023
Bask in the Basque
Country’s creativity:
Bilbao ITALY
PORTUGAL its museums and
UNITED STATES architectural landmarks
TURKEY
Lisbon SPAIN are a sight to behold.
Apr, May, Aug 2023
NORTH ATLANTIC OCEAN
CYPRUS
Funchal
Tenerife
SAUDI
EGYPT ARABIA
CARIBBEAN ÎLES DU SALUT MADEIRA &
SEA
Of volcanic origin, the DESERTAS ISLANDS
‘Islands of Salvation’ Located off the coast of
St Maarten boast a distinctive blend Sao Filipe Morocco, Madeira and
of mixed-Creole and its adjoining ‘deserted’
indigenous culture. islands showcase striking
Dakar
volcanic landscapes.
VENEZUELA
COLUMBIA Accra
Apr 2023
SOUTH LOANGO
NATIONAL PARK KENYA
Fortaleza This coastal national park
Oct 2023 Luanda protects the jewel-like
Iguéla Lagoon as well
ABROLHOSBRAZIL
PACIFIC CONKOUATI RESERVE as countless species of
SH Vega
OCEAN ARCHIPELAGO
Of the three national native wildlife.
Charles Darwin explored
parks in Congo, beautiful
these diversely MADAGASCAR
Conkouati is the newest
populated islands, and
and most biodiverse. NAMIBIA
their extensive reefs have
Walvis Bay
caused many shipwrecks.
Named after the first ship to cross ARGENTINA WALVIS BAY
the Arctic Northeast Passage, SOUTH
ATLANTIC OCEAN Cape Town Watch flocks of flamingos
this 5 star elegant Scandi-design ruffle their feathers from
Mar & Nov 2023
Buenos Aires
Oct & Nov 2022 relaxed waterside bars
boutique ship leaves nothing to be CHILE
Tristan da Cunha
and restaurants.
desired. The perfect way to explore
the world, from the Arctic and
Iceland to Africa and South America. South Orkney
Islands
Ushuaia
Oct 2022 – Mar 2023
SOUTH SHETLAND
ISLANDS
Slightly warmer than
Antarctica, these islands
DRAKE PASSAGE showcase unique flora
South Shetland and fauna when explored
Islands
ATLANTIC via Zodiac.
OCEAN
ANTARCTIC PENINSULA
20 21GREENLAND SEA SVALBARD
Longyearbyen
Jun & Jul 2023
GREENLAND
BARENTS
LABRADOR NORWEGIAN SEA BEAR ISLAND
SHIP ROUTES
SEA SEA
It’s common to see
Tromso arctic foxes dotted along
May & Jul 2023
the landscape of this
Svalbard nature reserve.
LASKA
ICELAND SWEDEN
Bergen
May 2023 NORWAY
CANADA
IZMIR EFESO
Amsterdam
UK See the ancient Greco-
SANTIAGO DE Roman world come alive as
COMPOSTELA
Portsmouth you explore this astonishingly
well-preserved UNESCO-
This UNESCO-listed
FRANCE listed ruin. VALLE DEI TEMPLI
Christian pilgrimage town is
known as one of the world’s The ‘Valley of the Temples’
Istanbul is an archaeologist’s
most beautiful urban areas.
ITALY Mar & Sep 2023
dream, with seven Doric
Lisbon
UNITED STATES Apr, May, Aug 2023 GREECE temples to discover.
Piraeus
NORTH ATLANTIC OCEAN Palermo Limassol
Apr, Aug, Sep 2023 Feb & Oct 2023
CYPRUS
Suez Canal
ALGERIA Aqaba
SAUDI LUXOR & SAFAGA
TAORMINA ARABIA
CARIBBEAN Bisected by the Nile,
Boutique-lined DELOS Jeddah
SEA ancient Thebes lives on
thoroughfares and parasol- Legendary birthplace of in Luxor – and Safaga is
dotted beaches galore – Apollo and Artemis, this
PETRA the perfect port pitstop.
Taormina is a chic, luxurious sprawling UNESCO-listed
resort town. ruin is a mythological Voted one of the
masterpiece. ‘Seven Wonders of the
GHANA World’, Jordan’s ancient
VENEZUELA sandstone city rewards
thorough exploration.
COLUMBIA
KENYA
Mombasa
Port Victoria
Zanzibar
SH Diana PACIFIC
OCEAN
BRAZIL LAMU ISLAND
With bustling
ANGOLA days and
balmy, star-filled nights,
Lamu is beloved to
expats and locals alike.
Nosy Be
MADAGASCAR
ALDABRA ISLAND
Home to the Aldabra
giant tortoise, this atoll is
SOUTH MOZAMBIQUE
The largest 5 star ship in our fleet, ATLANTIC OCEAN
NAMIBIA
the largest raised coral
reef in the world.
SH Diana (named after the Roman Maputo
SOUTH
goddess of light, the moon, hunting ARGENTINA AFRICA
and the wilderness) is elegant USHUAIA
Try exploring and hiking in
and spacious, built to explore the CHILE Argentina’s bustling port,
Cape Town
Mar & Nov 2023
MADAGASCAR
Mediterranean’s famous sites of where the Andes meets
the Beagle Channel. For nature enthusiasts,
antiquity and beyond. the island is unmissable.
Spot lemurs, turtles and
more – the biodiversity is
awe-inspiring.
South Orkney
Islands
Ushuaia
Oct 2022 – Mar 2023
DRAKE PASSAGE
ATLANTIC
OCEAN
22 23A new class
OUR SHIPS
of exploration SH Minerva
SH Minerva is an elegant, sophisticated
expedition ship built to journey
through remote polar regions. After
Immerse yourself in breathtaking another incredible year navigating the
panoramic views, elegant interiors, icy wilderness of Antarctica, she will
and sophisticated onboard facilities. explore the Pacific Ocean, Papua New
Guinea and Japan.
Our heated outdoor pool
SH Vega
SH Vega has the same state-of-the-
art ship design as SH Minerva. From
crossing the notorious Drake Passage to
circumnavigating icebergs, this expedition
ship is built to live out your Antarctica
dream. SH Vega will then explore the
wonders of the west coast of Africa,
Europe and Canada en route to the Arctic.
Our Swan Nest
Our fleet of 5-star boutique ships—SH Minerva,
SH Vega and the upcoming SH Diana—has taken
expedition cruising to new heights. Built in the Helsinki
shipyard in Finland, these ships combine the latest
in expedition technology with stylish, sophisticated
design. Featuring un-intrusive elegant interiors, SH Diana
wide unobstructed views throughout the ship and
dedicated expedition facilities for a remarkable travel Arriving in early 2023, SH Diana will be
the largest ship in our fleet, with even
experience. Explore off-the-beaten-path destinations
more spacious accommodation. Going
in style and comfort as you take in the scenery from a
back to our roots, Diana will be sailing to
panoramic sauna, warm up in an outdoor hot tub, dine
inspiring and inaccessible destinations
in a world-class restaurant, and unwind in an elegant across the Mediterranean, on to the
stateroom. This is boutique cruising at its finest. east coast of Africa towards Cape Town,
finishing the season in Ushuaia.
SH Minerva anchored, Antarctica Balcony breakfast
24 25Boutique The interiors are spacious and tasteful, with plush
furnishing and dramatic windows that give you
unobstructed views of some of the most incredible
OUR SHIPS
cruising at landscapes in the world. On board, guests can indulge
in international cuisine imagined by renowned chefs,
unwind in a sophisticated stateroom and make full use
its finest of state-of-the-art spa, fitness and expedition facilities.
SH Minerva, SH Vega, and the
upcoming SH Diana are sister
ships designed to navigate the
most inspiring, inaccessible
places on earth. All the while
offering guests an immersive,
5-star experience.
The Swan Restaurant Club Lounge
As the main venue for breakfast, Vibrant and welcoming, The Club
lunch and dinner, our 152-seat Lounge acts as a hub, combining
restaurant serves international 24 hour tapas inspired dining
and local cuisine focussed on with panoramic views of the
quality regional ingredients from ocean glittering below.
the unique destinations we visit.
SH Minerva
& SH Vega
120 crew
150 guests
9 decks Alfresco Dining
Sauna With A View Observation Lounge
& Heated Outdoor Pool
Head to Deck 8 for the best After a day of exploration, where
SH Diana
views in the world. After a work better to relax than in the On Deck 7, you’ll find a heated
141 crew out in our state-of-the-art gym, Observation Lounge. Sit back, outside pool along with pool
192 guests relax in our sauna or Jacuzzi and savour your favourite tipple side seating from where you
take in those breathtaking vistas whilst getting to know your can enjoy stunning scenery.
9 decks
along the way. fellow guests.
Onboard Club Lounge 27S TAT E R O O M S & S U I T E S
Retreat into
sophisticated
elegance
Relax in the understated elegance of your stateroom
or suite; a modern medley of pastel colours, natural
textures, hi-tech entertainment and multiple lighting
options for every mood, set off by a holographic
fireplace to warm the atmosphere. Large windows
or floor-to-ceiling balcony doors showcase every
incredible landscape as you sail serenely by.
Your perfect space
Each of our beautifully designed staterooms has everything you need for a
pampered stay. Fluffy dressing gowns, a spacious dressing area and ample seating, View from balcony
as well as a well-stocked minibar and a personal safe. The desk in your room is the
perfect place to plan the next day’s adventures, and glass-enclosed rain showers Onboard stateroom suite. Suite sizes and categories vary by ship.
transform your ensuite into a personal spa.
Premium Suite Suite Balcony Oceanview
49m (528 ft ) | Sleeps 4
2 2
44m (474 ft ) | Sleeps 4
2 2
28m (302 ft ) | Sleeps 2/3
2 2
19m2 (205 ft2) | Sleeps 2
Premium suites feature a superking bed Suites feature a superking bed and separate Balcony staterooms feature 2 single beds Oceanview staterooms feature 2 single
and separate living room with a soothing living room with a soothing flame-effect or a double bed bedroom with living beds or a double bed with living room
flame-effect fireplace a luxurious ensuite fireplace, a luxurious ensuite bathroom with room area, a luxurious bathroom and your area and a luxurious bathroom.
bathroom with separate bath tub and separate bath tub and walk in shower and a own private 6m2 (65ft2) balcony.
walk in shower, spacious walk in wardrobe 12m2 (129ft2) private balcony.
and a 12m2 (129ft2) private balcony.
28 29Every taste adds Our Culinary
to the story Team
Perfectly No matter the time or day, you’ll find unique culinary experiences,
excellently designed and prepared by top chefs with personal
Our trio of top chefs have come
together to create a unique
DINING
paired with
service to match at our various dining venues onboard. gastronomic experience, with
creative Italian and Asian fusion
dishes and varied menus of
adventure
exceptional quality and diversity.
No travel experience is complete
without unforgettable dining.
Prepare for gastronomic
excellence as our world- Avhier Singh
Executive Chef
renowned chefs take you on an Swan Restaurant Club Lounge
Avhier has extensive experience as an
international culinary adventure. Every evening, this stunning Vibrant and welcoming, the executive chef. He spent more than ten
restaurant transforms into a Club Lounge acts as a hub for years working in prestigious cruise ships,
rising through the ranks and mastering
gourmet venue serving the relaxed get-togethers onboard,
unique cuisines and cooking techniques
sublime creations of our award- 24 hours a day. Freshly baked from around the world.
winning consultant chefs, taking pastries and coffee, tapas-style
guests on a parallel voyage dining and freshly made pizza
of extraordinary flavours and are the perfect accompaniment
contrasts. Discover creative to a panoramic view of the
Asian and Italian fusion cuisine, ocean glittering below from
or enjoy inventive French and the adjoining Pool Bar & Grill.
International classics.
Andrea Ribaldone
Consultant Chef
Andrea is an influential Italian chef
with many achievements including
earning 3 Michelin Stars for 3 different
restaurants, and launching a series of
highly successful and innovative dining
concepts and venues.
At the Swan Restaurant, you can dine
at your leisure from breakfast through Afternoon Tea Room Service
to dinner and sample some incredible Enjoy a British tradition No matter what time of day,
international fusion dishes. For a more onboard. Our afternoon tea is our carefully curated in-room
casual atmosphere, enjoy a family-style a glamorous and contemporary menu gives you a relaxing yet
progression of savoury bites, tasty experience in the comfort Sang Keun Oh
platter in the Club Lounge, or a few late Consultant Chef
finger sandwiches and scones of your own stateroom. From
night drinks in the Observation Lounge. With unrivalled experience of Japanese
followed by colourful tarts and healthy breakfasts, luscious
Or take full advantage of our 24-hour desserts – all paired with a lunches and divine dinners to
and French cuisine, Chef Sang Keun
Oh brings a fresh perspective to the
room service and indulge in a tempting selection of international teas late-night snacks, there’s always table. He has two AA Rosettes, and
menu in your elegant stateroom. or a cold glass of champagne. something ready to tempt you. was Executive chef at many acclaimed
restaurants including his own, Hibiki.
31
Delicious food that caters for allIt’s all in
PERSONAL SERVICE
the details
Swan Hellenic is all about personal
service and genuine hospitality.
Our warm and welcoming crew
aim to please and want nothing
more than to give you the best
experience possible.
No task is too big or too small: need
a double espresso to get you going in
the morning? Noted. Prefer your bed
made up a certain way? We'll look
after it. Absorbed by the views or the
conversation at dinner? We’ll take care
of everything else. We’ve been in the
business a long time and take pride
in our caring, thoughtful approach.
If there’s anything we can do to improve
your time on board, let us know.
We have over
120 dedicated
staff at your
service
Cocktails on demand
32 D I S C O V E R M O R E AT S WA N H E L L E N I C . C O M D I S C O V E R M O R E AT S WA N H E L L E N I C . C O M 33
Balcony breakfastEndless ways 12pm
Back onboard, you’ll have the time to share
to spend
A T Y P I C A L D AY
experiences over lunch, whether snacking
in the Club Lounge or savouring something
a little more substantial in the Swan
your day
Restaurant or Pool Bar & Grill.
There’s no such thing as a typical 2pm
day with Swan Hellenic. We bring After lunch, take another expedition, boarding
you endless possibilities to tailor a zodiac tour to get up close with penguins,
seals and incredible glaciers or join one of our
every moment to your interests workshops on cloud observations or analyse water
and mood, so you’ll always have samples in our citizen science laboratory.
your dream day onboard.
4pm
Delight in our High Seas High Tea, or retreat to the
comfort of your stateroom for a movie on your
flatscreen TV. Sweat it out in our stunning panoramic
Plan your sauna, take a dip in the pool, take a mindfulness
perfect day class, or pop to the salon for a relaxing treatment.
6am
Waking comfortably refreshed to the panoramic 6.30pm
views from your stateroom, early risers can join Every evening our expedition team or guest
the expedition team on deck to observe marine
lecturer chat through the highlights of the
wildlife and spectacular scenery with a tea or
day. Our expedition team will then chat you
coffee and selection of pastries and fresh fruit.
through tomorrow’s planned expeditions.
7am 7pm
Early risers have the time to take a fitness Time to enjoy the pleasures of elegant
class or workout in our gym followed by a light dining where our chefs have prepared
continental or substantial cooked breakfast as international delights along with wines
fuel for the action packed day ahead. chosen by our sommelier.
8am
Make your way down to Basecamp – our
concierge-managed changing room, where you
9.30pm
kit up for your expeditions. You’ll be briefed Round off your day with your
before you head out in small groups, each with an favourite drink whilst enjoying a piano
expert guide. Enjoy a morning of bird- or wildlife- performance or on deck, stargazing
watching, hiking or a photography workshop. under crystal clear skies.
34 35Making travel
W H AT ' S I N C L U D E D
CRUISING TO
effortless WHATS INCLUDED
Return regional flights from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia
(except those cruises starting in Buenos Aires or
ending in Dunedin and Cape Town)
ANTARCTICA REST OF THE WORLD
When the details are taken care Return regional flights to the port of embarkation and/or
*
of, you can focus on making the disembarkation (*where specified)
most of your expedition. So we’ve Group return transfers from the airport to the cruise port
included all the little details in the (via our included accommodation where applicable)
price of your cruise fare. No hidden One night pre-cruise accommodation with breakfast
*
in a 4/5-star hotel or onboard (*unless otherwise stated)
extras or surprise gratuity bills at
the end of your holiday — you can be All meals on board
comfortable we’ve thought of the
little things, so you don’t have to. Onboard accommodation in a stateroom selected category
Coffee, tea, soft drinks and selected alcoholic beverages
available 24-hours per day
Lecture programmes by our experienced expedition team
and guest speakers
Selected expedition activities led by our expedition team
One selected shore excursion per port of call
*Standard WiFi is included in the cost of your cruise. Premium WiFi is also available onboard for a fee.
Branded Swan Hellenic expedition parka and use of rubber
boots in Polar Regions
Standard WiFi
Onboard gratuities & port taxes
Enhance your experience
We also offer some optional extras that are not included in the price of your holiday:
• Air fares (unless otherwise stated) • Premium and private shore excursions
• Travel insurance • Premium alcoholic beverages
• Optional land programs and hotel • Spa & beauty treatments
accomodation pre or post cruise
• Laundry services
• Kayak and private zodiac tours
• Retail shop purchases
in the expedition areas
Beverages served daily. *Standard WiFi is included in the cost of your cruise. Premium WiFi is also available onboard for a fee.
Gentoo penguin shore excursion, Antarctica 37Deck 9
SH Minerva
DECK PLANS
Stargazing Deck
& SH Vega Deck 8
Gym
Sauna
Our elegant 5-star ships offer Jacuzzi
Spa
a boutique home-from-home, Bridge
with chic Scandinavian-inspired
design perfectly paired with world-
class technology to offer you an Deck 7
expedition cruise like no other. Shop
Swimming Pool
Pool Bar & Grill
Club Lounge
Observation Lounge
Deck 6
Premium Suites
Suites
Balcony Staterooms
Swan's Nest
Deck 5
Stateroom Category: Balcony Staterooms
Suites
Oceanview: 16 (19m2)
Balcony: 54 (28m2)
Suite: 4 (44m2)
Premium Suite: 2 (49m2)
Ship Specification: Deck 4
Guest Capacity: 152 Reception
Staff: 120 Laundrette
No. of Decks: 9 Swan Restaurant
Staterooms: 76 Oceanview Staterooms
Length: 337ft (115m)
Breadth: 75ft (23m)
Tonnage: 10,500
Cruising Speed: 15.5 knots
Propulsion: Hybrid Diesel Deck 3
Electric, Polar Clinic
Class PC5 Library
Registered: Malta Basecamp
Lifeboats: 2 Beauty Salon
Zodiacs: 11 MK V Expedition Lab
2 MK VI
SH38
Minerva anchored for the evening 39Deck 9
SH Diana
Stargazing Deck
DECK PLANS
SH Diana been specially designed Deck 8
Gym
for worldwide cruising to Sauna
explore the most inspiring and Jacuzzi
Spa
inaccessible places on earth. Beauty Salon
Bridge
Building on the outstanding amenities of
her sister ships, she adds a dedicated
Events Room next to the Observation
Lounge, a Private Dining Room for special Deck 7
occasions, and two tenders which bring Swimming Pool
Pool Bar & Grill
guests a comfortable alternative to Zodiacs Club Lounge
for expedition landings. A Polar Class 6 Events Room
ice-strengthened hull combines with extra- Observation Lounge
large stabilisers to make your journey as
comfortable as possible.
Deck 6
Premium Suites
Suites
Junior Suites
Balcony Staterooms
Swan's Nest
Stateroom Category:
Oceanview: 20 (20 m2)
Balcony: 66 (28 m2)
Deck 5
Junior Suite: 4 (35 m2) Balcony Staterooms
Junior Suites
Suite: 4 (44 m2)
Suites
Premium Suite: 2 (47 m2)
Ship Specification:
Guest Capacity: 192
Staff: 141
No. of Decks: 9 Deck 4
Staterooms: 96 Swan Restaurant
Length: 410 ft (125 m) Reception
Breadth: 75 ft (23 m) Oceanview Staterooms
Tonnage: 12,100 GRT Launderette
Cruising Speed: 14.5 knots
Propulsion: Hybrid Diesel Electric,
Polar Class PC6
Deck 3
Registered: Malta
Lifeboats: 2 Marina Deck
Tender: 2 Zodiac Boarding
Zodiacs: 13 MK V
Basecamp
Library
2 MK VI
Expedition Lab
Accessible Staterooms: 419 (Deck 4), Clinic
635 (Deck 6) Laundry
The Swan's Nest, onboard SH Diana 41Where to find us?
WHERE TO FIND US
Australia Hong Kong
Suite 14b, Level 1, 123 Clarence St, Suite 1201A, 12/F, Tower 1,
Sydney NSW, 2000 Admiralty Centre, 18 Harcourt Road,
AU enquiries-au@swanhellenic.com Hong Kong
NZ enquiries-nz@swanhellenic.com enquiries@swanhellenic.asia
AU +61 1300 722 499 +852 286 10300
NZ +64 800 004 649
India
Cyprus Wellesley House 7, Red Cross Place,
24, Grigoriou Xenopoulou, office 102, Kolkata 700 001, India
1061, Nicosia, Cyprus enquiries-ind@swanhellenic.com
office@swanhellenic.com +91 98676 24569
+35722667727
UK
Denmark 35 Grosvenor Street, 1st Floor Offices,
Swan Hellenic London, England, W1K 4QX
C/O Nordic CruiseGsa ApS, Traverbanevej 10, enquiries@swanhellenic.com
2920, Charlottenlund, Denmark +44 2078460271
enquiries-dk@swanhellenic.com USA
+4520200400 1800 SE 10th Ave, Suite 240,
Germany Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33316
Koenigsallee 14, inquiries@swanhellenic.com
40212 Düsseldorf 1-800-537-6777
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Cyprus
USA
India Hong Kong
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