swan hellenic experience
What To Expect On A Swan Hellenic Cruise?
Historically, Swan Hellenic were pioneers, taking guests to places others had only dreamt about. We are meticulous about every aspect of our cruises - and have been for 70 years. Today, we sail to places unreachable by others, seek immersive experiences, and make discoveries that change the way we see the world. Through a discerning eye, the wonders of the world take on a richer hue. Travel with Swan Hellenic, and you’ll see more with us.
Delivering intuitive service, our warm and friendly crew will do their utmost to ensure you leave us having had the trip of a lifetime.
In Room Experience
If you want to travel in sophisticated luxury including first-class accommodation and personal service, you have come to the right place.
Your stylish, spacious en-suite stateroom is your luxurious home from home – a place to relax and recharge for the next day’s adventures. Soft wood fittings, earthy tones and textures and well-placed lighting features make the rooms a place of retreat, rather than just somewhere to sleep and through your window or floor-to-ceiling balcony doors you will be able to admire the ever-changing scenery.
Expect supremely comfortable beds, luxurious bathrooms, ample storage and a separate living area and bedroom.
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Service Style
Swan Hellenic is all about intuitive personal service. Our warm and welcoming crew aims to please, and wants nothing more than to give you the best experience possible. Need a double espresso to get you going in the morning? Noted. Prefer your bed made up a certain way? We’ve got that. Absorbed by the views or the conversation at dinner? You won’t even notice the restaurant staff is there.
We’ve been in the business a long time and we know what passengers expect from a well-trained crew.
If there’s anything we can do to improve your time on board, let us know.
Lecture Programme
Exploratory travel is in our DNA, which is why our polar experts are focused on ensuring our guests return home having had the most authentic experience possible.
Our inquisitive, like-minded passengers share a thirst for knowledge. Swan Hellenic’s lecturers and guest speakers are carefully selected to give engaging and stimulating talks on a wide range of subjects that are relevant to each itinerary.
They bring specialist knowledge and insight into the scientific, geographic and historical understanding of the remote polar regions that allows the customer to fully embrace the wondrous environments in which they are travelling.
our Excursions
No stone is left unturned when it comes to researching our shore excursion programmes.
All aspects of the itinerary are carefully planned in detail by a knowledgeable, well travelled team to ensure each aspect of the cruise is delivered to the highest possible standard.
We’ve thought of all our guests, including the less mobile. Our 12-person hard-hulled zodiacs, the boats that take guests off the ship, have been designed for increased comfort and manoeuvrability so that everyone can get up close and personal with their majestic surroundings.
As well as our daily zodiac excursions there are opportunities for polar kayaking and trekking and for the brave… The Polar Plunge.
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fitness & spa
Fitness is a key part of the daily routine for many. Just because you’re on holiday your wellbeing routine need not stop.
SH Minerva and Vega’s state-of-the-art gym will please the most discerning of fitness fiends. Here, you will find everything from cardio machines and stretch bands to weights. We will also be offering a range of instructor-led classes.
Why not try a morning stretch class or book a fitness assessment with one of our specialist body coaches?
You don’t have to be pounding the treadmill to enjoy our fabulous on-board fitness and spa facilities. Relax and revive in the sauna, outdoor pool or one of the jacuzzis and book yourself in for a healing massage or facial.
Ship Safety
Passenger safety is of paramount importance, which is why the SH Minerva and Vega Class combine the latest on-board hardware and ergonomically designed expedition areas with cutting edge hull design.
It is assigned a Polar Class notation PC5 - the highest classification awarded to an ice-strengthened hull.
The PC5 classification is combined with oversized stabilisers which provide excellent motion control ensuring the most comfortable operation on our passage through the polar regions.
This means we can transport our guests safely into the remotest areas as the safety, enjoyment and education of our guests is our priority.