Guests have been enchanted by Swan Hellenic’s unique, multi-award-winning cruise experience for more than 60 years. Boasting all the refinements of an intimate country house hotel, Minerva will take you in style and comfort as she leads the way to some of the world’s most fascinating destinations.
Joining you on your voyage will be a maximum of 350 like-minded passengers who share your thirst for knowledge, along with carefully selected, renowned Guest Speakers. Engaging and approachable, informed and passionate, they will deliver lively talks that bring to life the fascinating history and remarkable stories that lie at the heart of each destination.
Setting us even further apart is our handpicked shore excursion programme – worth up to £650 and included in your fare. As you discover the world’s most iconic sites along with an array of lesserknown gems, these carefully designed excursions will ensure you experience the true essence of each port of call. When you return home, you will be as fulfilled and rewarded as you are relaxed.
Minerva’s accommodations are elegant and understated with spacious lounges and comfortable bars. Friendly staff cater to your every need and ensure your cruise meets or surpasses every expectation. All our cruises offer unrivalled, inclusive value which means that, aside from bar expenses, selected visas and any optional excursions you choose to add, there are no other costs.
Swan Restaurant
The Swan Restaurant is a formal restaurant, offering a special sense of occasion, with a wide choice of menu for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Afternoon tea is also served here.
The Swan Restaurant is elegantly and comfortably furnished with white tablecloths, sparkling glasses and polished cutlery. Arrive at any time within advertised opening hours and you will be shown to a table by our Maître d’. Full waiter service will ensure that you enjoy your meal.
A varied and beautifully presented menu of international dishes tempts you, as does the carefully selected wine list. Efficient but never obtrusive restaurant staff, under the expert guidance of our Maitre d’, ensure that dinner each evening is served at the perfect pace.
Veranda Restaurant
The Veranda Restaurant, with its conservatory décor, provides a less formal dining environment with buffet service. The Veranda offer a wide choice of menu for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Morning coffee, pastries and afternoon tea are also served here.
