ISSUED MAY 2015
SWAN HELLENIC DISCOVERY CRUISING
November 2015 – November 2016
Exceptional inclusive value Cruise fares include all meals, gratuities, Guest Speaker programme and shore excursions For those with a mind to travel
Solovetsky Islands, White Sea, Russia
I am delighted to welcome you to Swan Hellenic’s latest brochure, which is filled with an array of wonderful itineraries and exciting new ports of call. I hope you will be inspired to discover some of these spectacular destinations with us.
Regular Swan Hellenic passengers will be familiar with our unique style of discovery cruising, Welcome which includes visits to smaller, off-the-beaten-track ports. On each cruise we also include a superb selection of shore excursions, helping you to reach the very heart of each destination.
timulating, informative, relaxing, sociable – these are just some of the words our During winter 2015/16, Minerva will visit stunning Caribbean islands and the spectacular West passengers have used to describe the Swan Hellenic experience. S Coast of South America.Passengers will have the opportunity to visit the fascinating 15th Century Inca site of Machu A cruise aboard Minerva is like nothing else, with meticulous attention to the finest details and with a quality and charm that is simply unique. Picchu before or after their cruise and, for the very first time, they can extend their holiday with a cruise around the incredible Galapagos Islands, a fabulous way to marvel at the remarkable flora and fauna of this remote archipelago.
In summer 2016 Minerva will explore the White Sea for the very first time, visiting the beautiful Solovetsky Islands. Later in the year she’ll again head south to take in the stunning scenery, intriguing history and cultural gems across the Mediterranean. Cruising closer to home, she will embark on a voyage combining ocean cruising with journeys along the Loire, Seine and Garonne Rivers. You can also discover the numerous treasures of our own British Isles, with a chance to experience Royal Edinburgh’s Military Tattoo and the opportunity to sail up the Thames to Greenwich, from where you can visit the famous Chelsea Flower Show.
From the moment you step aboard, you’ll experience a warm welcome and truly impeccable service. A relatively small ship, Minerva has a unique charm and elegance akin to that of a country house hotel, with highlights including a well- stocked library, spacious lounges and a choice of excellent restaurants and bars.
Every Swan Hellenic cruise will be accompanied by a panel of distinguished Guest Speakers. Through a series of fascinating talks, they will share with you their unrivalled expertise and knowledge and bring to life, with passion and enthusiasm, the facts and stories that define each of our destinations.
At Swan Hellenic, we take care of every detail, so you can sit back and relax as you cruise to some of the world’s most spectacular destinations. Each itinerary is meticulously planned and your cruise fare includes all meals, as well as a tempting programme of shore excursions and all gratuities both on board and ashore.
I do hope you will choose to travel with Swan Hellenic in 2015/2016 and beyond. We look forward to welcoming you on board in the future.
Kind regards
Ian Smith Group CEO, Swan Hellenic
Front cover image: Venice, Italy Call Swan Hellenic on 1800 OCEANS (623 267) or visit au.swanhellenic.com 3 “What a cornucopia of delights Swan Hellenic provided! From the ambience, the food, the outstanding lectures and the very excellent service to the new friends we made on board, it added up to a special holiday. Indeed I have bored people rigid singing the praises of Swan Hellenic.” CONTENTS Christina Hodson Introduction to Swan Hellenic . . . . 2-25 Cruise destinations:
November 2015/April 2016 . . .22-45
April 2016 / November 2016 . . 46-79
Grand Voyages ...... 56-57 & 80-87
Guest Speakers’ biographies . . . . .88-95
Suites and cabins ...... 96-97
General information ...... 98-101
Booking conditions ...... 102-104
Deck plans ...... 105
Fares ...... 106-109 “Each port visited was a delight and all the excursions were well-planned and executed.” Cruise calendar ...... 110-111 Exceptional, inclusive value Ronald Edmonds
Relax in comfortable and elegant Enjoy the congenial company of Delicious meals complemented by We’ll help you make the most Reach the smaller ports that larger So much included in your cruise fare surroundings aboard Minerva your distinguished Guest Speakers relaxed open-seated dining of your time ashore so you can ships can only pass by Enjoy exceptional value for money with so With the ambience of a country house Your expert Guest Speakers are great Dining on board Minerva is a relaxing discover more Minerva continues to lead the way to much included, from the porterage of your hotel, Minerva will take you around the characters whose expertise of both the experience with our open-seated dining. Enjoy an included tailor-made shore new and exciting destinations around the luggage to port taxes, all meals on board world in style. Guests make this charming iconic sights and lesser-known gems make Our attentive yet unobtrusive staff will excursion programme – worth up to globe. Her small-but-perfectly-formed and an excellent Guest Speaker programme. ship, with its spacious lounges, welcoming our cruise experience so enriching. Their ensure service is at the perfect pace. $1,350 per person – which features size enables her to head straight into the Gratuities are also included, which means bars and well-appointed cabins, a home passion and enthusiasm for their chosen From leisurely breakfasts to delicious something for everyone. You will visit heart of a destination, and she regularly no further tipping of waiters, stewardesses, from home, enjoying a warm welcome and subject – from archaeology, art history lunches and sumptuous dinners, cities of music, culture and art, sites of calls at smaller, off-the-beaten-track ports hairdressers, porters, drivers and guides is professional service from our friendly staff. and classics to geology, horticulture and exceptional cuisine from our highly skilled ancient civilisations, remote villages, that are inaccessible to mega liners. As expected or required. Passengers booking Engaging onboard activities wildlife – really comes through during chefs is always on the menu. Imaginative iconic coastlines and inspirational a result, we are able to create a unique selected cabins (category A-C) will also their lively talks. landscapes. Our well-travelled team have range of itineraries that are meticulously receive complimentary chauffeur service* Browse the extensive library, take a dishes showcase their creativity and expert researched every port of call in detail and planned and reach the heart of numerous within 75 miles of Portsmouth or your refreshing dip in the pool, enjoy the fresh Professors, doctors and former high- palate as you enjoy beautifully presented have carefully selected excursions to make unusual destinations. arriving/departing UK airport (London and air on deck or relax in a quiet corner. ranking military personnel, these leaders meals in your choice of two restaurants. the most of your time ashore. Manchester only). Perhaps learn a new skill such as bridge, in their field are as approachable as they Captain’s gala nights are knowledgeable and happy to chat painting or yoga in one of our workshops. We also include two gala nights per over dinner and accompany you on When the sun goes down, enjoy our varied 15-day cruise, including complimentary selected shore excursions. ALL THIS IS INCLUDED Porterage of luggage programme of evening entertainment, cocktail parties, where you can enjoy the from classical concerts and sparkling company of the captain and ship’s officers. Shore excursions up to the value of $1,350 All port taxes revues to light-hearted quizzes and film screenings. All meals with open-seated dining *Complimentary chauffeur service for cruises arriving and/or departing the UK (Categories A-C only) Engaging talks by expert Guest Speakers Selection of onboard activities and entertainment All gratuities
4 Call Swan Hellenic on 1800 OCEANS (623 267) or visit au.swanhellenic.com 5 “There is no one memory from this wonderful cruise... where do I begin... the flat calm sea and perfect blue sky throughout, the people we met, the enthralling shore trips, the fascinating lecturers, the entertainment.” The Swan Hellenic distinction Pat Wood
uests have been enchanted by Swan Hellenic’s unique, Gmulti-award-winning cruise experience for 60 years – indeed, 95%* of our passengers intend to travel with us again. 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 $1,350 and included in your fare. As you discover the world’s most iconic sites along with an array of lesser-known 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. LOYALTY DISCOUNT Minerva’s accommodations are elegant and understated with For all returning passengers, a spacious lounges and comfortable bars. Friendly staff cater to 5% loyalty discount will apply to your every need and ensure your cruise meets or surpasses every Standard Fares on future bookings expectation. All our cruises offer unrivalled, inclusive value which with Swan Hellenic. means that, aside from bar expenses, selected visas and any optional excursions you choose to add, there are no other costs. Join us in 2015/2016 for a cruise experience that has set Swan Hellenic apart for more than 60 years, and that continues to set the benchmark for those with a mind to travel.
* 95% is based on customer satisfaction questionnaires over a 6-month period from July 2014-December 2014. Call Swan Hellenic on 1800 OCEANS (623 267) or visit au.swanhellenic.com 7 2015/2016 CRUISE DESTINATIONS
Itineraries to inspire and delight
ravelling with Swan Hellenic means you can visit many more destinations Ton one holiday than would be possible by land or air. While Minerva sails gracefully from one destination to the next, you can enjoy the fascinating insight provided by your eminent Guest Speakers, visit the onboard library to discover even more about your next port of call or simply relax and reflect on your wonderful journey.
Once ashore, our staff and carefully selected local guides will escort you to the sites and locations that let you experience the real essence of every setting you visit. Between November 2015 and March 2016 Minerva crosses the Atlantic where we introduce a number of new ports which include a host of Caribbean gems and many diverse destinations in South and Latin America
In 2016 we return to Europe, where you can visit some truly spectacular parts of the world, with chances to take in the treasures of the Baltic, the gems of the Mediterranean, Aegean and Adriatic Seas, and enthralling destinations around British waters. Highlights include Minerva’s maiden voyage to the enigmatic White Sea, along with a delightful journey that combines coastal cruising with trips along the Loire, Seine and Garonne. You can also take in London’s iconic architecture as you sail along the River Thames for a visit to the Chelsea Flower Show, or head to Cadiz and Lisbon to join the celebrations for the Tall Ships Festival’s diamond anniversary.
Wherever your interests lie, you can be assured of well-planned and carefully delivered itineraries that are sure to be both enriching and memorable.
We look forward to welcoming you on board.
8 Venice, Italy 9 INCLUSIVE SHORE EXCURSION PROGRAMME
Time ashore to discover more
o matter which cruise you choose, you will enjoy the benefits of an inclusive Ntailor-made shore excursion programme. Our knowledgeable, well-travelled team have researched each port of call in detail, carefully hand-picking the best excursions to ensure you make the most of your time ashore – so you can rest assured that everything will be organised and delivered to the highest possible standard. Our brand new voyages for 2015/2016 are filled with memorable moments, designed to take you straight to the heart of each destination. Heading into the New World we have a number of new and unusual ports of call including Bahia Solano in Colombia, Chile’s Robinson Crusoe Island – the inspiration for Daniel Defoe’s famous novel, and Great Inagua in the beautiful Bahamas. Where appropriate we are staying in port longer and have more overnight stays so you can venture further and immerse yourself in the local culture. Our ever-popular pre and post cruise extensions will give you the chance to explore fascinating cities, the incredible Inca site of Machu Picchu, or cruise the extraordinary Galapagos Islands. Whether it’s a welcome from local children, who will hand out local delicacies and perform for you in Colombia, a sunset cruise around the idyllic island of St Lucia, astronomy tours in the Chilean wilderness, or spectacular fireworks on New Year’s Eve in Aruba, our in-depth America’s programme will delight. On our ‘Celtic Traditions and Edinburgh’s Tattoo’ cruise you can experience the impressive Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, including a fantastic fireworks finale, while our ‘Glorious Gardens and the Chelsea Flower Show’ voyage includes entry to the world-famous Chelsea Flower Show – a wonderful experience. Along with this inclusive programme, you can choose from a range of optional shore excursions which offer excellent value and even more exciting opportunities. They are ideal for those who wish to head a little further afield or delve a little deeper into the essence of a destination. No matter where in the world you explore, you are sure to experience those special Swan Hellenic moments that make each of our cruises truly unforgettable.
Your Swan Hellenic cruise book Your complimentary, tailor-made cruise book for each itinerary is sent out approximately twelve weeks prior to departure. It contains full details of the shore excursion programme, a booking form and introductory articles by Guest Speakers. Practical information for each destination and a suggested reading list also feature. All shore excursions are pre-bookable twelve weeks before departure up until approximately two weeks before you embark.
10 Call Swan Hellenic on 1800 OCEANS (623 267) or visit au.swanhellenic.com RENOWNED GUEST SPEAKERS
Experts add much more than just detail
here is no better way to travel than with the advance knowledge and Tinsight that allows you to fully embrace and understand each destination. Swan Hellenic’s Guest Speakers are carefully selected to deliver engaging and informative talks on a wide range of subjects that are relevant to each itinerary. Add to this the genuine passion and infectious enthusiasm they have for their individual areas of expertise, and you can understand why a Swan Hellenic cruise is so much more than just a holiday.
Whether you are listening to a fascinating talk in the comfort of Minerva’s Darwin Lounge or your cabin, listening to a broadcast from the bridge, or enjoying sparkling conversation over dinner, our Guest Speakers bring an added dimension to each cruise that is both rare and invaluable.
Featured Guests Joining us on board Minerva this year are some exceptional Guest Speakers, including best-selling author, poet and radio and television broadcaster Professor Gervase Phinn. He has been touring theatres for 10 years with his one-man show, ‘An Evening with Gervase Phinn’. Listen to his hilarious and sometimes poignant tales of the life of a schools’ inspector in the Yorkshire Dales on our ‘Iberian Maritime Adventure’ cruise, departing on 21st July 2016.
Also joining us in 2016 is Prue Leith, a renowned television broadcaster, cookery writer, novelist and former restaurateur. Having begun her career supplying lunches for directors’ dining rooms, Prue Leith went on to start a Michelin-starred restaurant, Leith’s, as well as Leith’s School of Food and Wine. She has been a columnist for national newspapers and has featured on television documentaries including the BBC’s Best of British and Great British Menu. She will share her experiences in the culinary world on our ‘Riviera and Islands of the Mediterranean’ cruise, departing on 30th Monet’s Garden, Giverny, France August 2016. Our long-established affiliations and partnerships with organisations such as the Subjects covered by our National Trust, RHS and NADFAS allow us to offer specialist speakers and other Guest Speakers include: benefits on selected cruises. Archaeology Architecture NATIONAL TRUST Art History Classics Swan Hellenic’s relationship with the National Trust complements our mutual interests in conservation, heritage and learning. See pages 62 - 63 & 66 - 67 for our National Trust partnership cruises. Geography ROYAL HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY Geology History Horticulture Our relationship with the Royal Horticultural Society celebrates a shared interest in horticulture and gardening. See pages 52 - 53 & 70 - 71 for our RHS Garden Holidays partnership cruises. Literature NADFAS Philosophy The National Association of Decorative & Fine Art Societies (NADFAS) Volcanology is justly renowned both for the quality of its speakers and for the breadth of its speakers’ interests. See pages 50, 58, 66, 70 & 76.. Wildlife
12 Call Swan Hellenic on 1800 OCEANS (623 267) or visit au.swanhellenic.com 13 WELCOME ABOARD MINERVA
PROMENADE DECK This traditional wrap-around promenade deck offers the chance to walk a mile (8 circuits), ORPHEUS LOUNGE with plenty of space for sunbathing This light, spacious lounge at the forward The ambience of a end of the top deck, with seating for 145 P CABINS passengers, offers panoramic views by day country house 8 single cabins THE LIBRARY and an intimate venue for dancing by night
WHEELER BAR
VERANDA RESTAURANT
CANOPIED POOL AREA INTERNET LOUNGE Offering shelter from the heat of Dedicated Internet Lounge, enabling you to the midday sun, and creating more keep in touch with family and friends opportunities for BBQs, al fresco dining and late-night entertainment TENDERS Easy access, fast tenders to Illustration by Ric Cooper transfer you between ship and THE SWAN RESTAURANT shore easily and in comfort
SHACKLETON BAR WHEELER BAR THE LIBRARY THE SWAN RESTAURANT A spacious horseshoe-shaped bar with large picture windows. Relax The elegant and comfortable Wheeler Bar is the perfect location for Minerva’s well-stocked library is one of the finest afloat, featuring The Swan Restaurant is elegantly and comfortably furnished with white and enjoy a pre- or post-dinner drink, while listening to a varied a drink during the day and late into the evening, with our classical approximately 5,000 volumes of fiction, non-fiction and reference books tablecloths, sparkling glasses and polished cutlery. Arrive at any time programme of piano music selected by our cocktail pianist. musicians. relevant to our cruising destinations - many written by our eminent within advertised opening hours and you will be shown to a table by Guest Speakers. our Maître d’. Full waiter service will ensure that you enjoy your meal.
14 15 THE SWAN HELLENIC TEAM
Friendly and professional service
aking such good care of our passengers is second nature to Swan Hellenic. TFor over 60 years we have offered the service and genuine welcome that makes both new and returning passengers feel immediately at home. Taking equally good care of Minerva, our officers and deck staff maintain the smooth running of all ship’s services and itineraries. Whilst you relax and enjoy delicious food in the restaurants or gentle conversation in the bars, our hotel staff work tirelessly to ensure that no detail is overlooked. From the first meeting with our representative at the port or airport, to the welcoming line of stewards and stewardesses at the top of the ship’s gangway, you can relax in the knowledge that all our staff are on hand to make your cruise as easy and comfortable as it can be. Your cruise fare includes all gratuities; therefore no further tipping is expected or required. Service is always provided with a smile and with a genuine desire to please.
16 Call Swan Hellenic on 1800 OCEANS (623 267) or visit au.swanhellenic.com DAYS OF DISCOVERY AND RELAXATION
Onboard workshop Library Lecture in the Darwin Lounge
Time well spent
eing a relatively small ship, Minerva soon becomes a familiar home from home. On deck BYour cabin is easily reached from all the main lounges and restaurants, and fellow travellers quickly become acquaintances and friends. The ship never feels crowded - there is always a comfortable chair in a quiet corner in which to read, or a sun lounger where you can enjoy the fresh air and a cooling drink. After a leisurely breakfast in either the Swan or Veranda restaurants, attend a Guest Speaker talk in the Darwin Lounge or catch up with those at home in the Internet Lounge. Meet up for morning coffee in the Veranda Restaurant, shop for postcards in the Kiosk or browse the range of merchandise in our onboard shop.
At lunchtime choose from a delicious à la carte menu in the Swan Restaurant, a lighter The card room buffet back in the Veranda Restaurant or an al fresco barbecue around the pool, and afterwards relax and enjoy a leisurely afternoon on board. Browse our well-stocked library, then retire to the serenity of the Orpheus Lounge with its panoramic views, relax in a teak chair on deck, or refresh yourself with a dip in the pool. Perhaps learn a new skill – bridge, painting, yoga or tai-chi – in one of our onboard workshops. Later on, afternoon tea is served in the Veranda Restaurant, with a complimentary selection of cakes, sandwiches and biscuits. After a gentle stroll around the Promenade Deck, take in the delightful vista of sea and sky as the day draws to a close and thoughts turn to the evening ahead. Veranda Restaurant
18 Call Swan Hellenic on 1800 OCEANS (623 267) or visit au.swanhellenic.com 19 MEMORIES MADE IN PERFECT COMPANY
Evenings of sophisticated dining and entertainment
s the sun sets on another perfect day, a background violin and the buzz A of animated conversation set the tone for an evening of fine dining in congenial surroundings. Open dining in the Swan Restaurant always allows you to dine at the table of your choice and in the company of your friends at any time during opening hours. 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, and as you share your wonderful experiences of the cruise so far, you will begin to really appreciate the special atmosphere that is truly unique to Swan Hellenic. After dinner, head to the Darwin Lounge to enjoy our diverse evening entertainment programme, which includes operatic selections featuring our talented professional quartets, musical theatre compilations and wonderful classical music performed by our resident instrumentalists. Marvel in the vocal virtuosity of Clare Harper as she takes you on a journey through the lives of many of the most popular and revered female singers of the century told in word and song. Immerse yourself in a dramatic production delivered by our visiting strolling players, or listen to one of our captivating after- dinner speakers, including renowned cookery writer Prue Leith and best-selling author Gervase Phinn. Alternatively, you may choose to gather with your travelling companions to take part in a light-hearted quiz, enjoy a film screening or experience the inviting ambiance of the Shackleton Bar. Perhaps enjoy a drink and some amusing conversation backed by the delightful tones of our resident pianist and violinist. You could play a few hands of bridge, or why not simply sit back and relax with a good book from our extensive library. As the night progresses you have the opportunity to dance to the band by the pool, listen to our visiting local artistes who conjure up an authentic flavour of your ports of call, or venture to the Orpheus Lounge to enjoy a nightcap. Before turning in for the evening, what could be better than a stroll around the Promenade Deck, taking in the air under the stars.
20 Call Swan Hellenic on 1800 OCEANS (623 267) or visit au.swanhellenic.com 21 From the Mediterranean to South America Cruises November 2015 – April 2016
inerva sails from the Mediterranean to the peaceful shores of the MAtlantic, taking in crumbling ruins, medieval towns and spectacular scenery. She then heads to South America’s ‘Wild Coast’, before taking in the festivities and seeing in the New Year in the Caribbean. Wonderful cruises on the Pacific coast of South America promise incredible historic sites and an array of natural wonders.
Alpacas in the Atacama Desert, Chile
22 Call Swan Hellenic on 1800 OCEANS (623 267) or visit au.swanhellenic.com 23 13-day cruise from $3,150 A MEDITERRANEAN ESCAPE 9 NOVEMBER – 21 NOVEMBER 2015 per person twin share
GREECE • SICILY • MALTA • TUNISIA • MENORCA • SPAIN MOROCCO • PORTUGAL
Corinth Canal, Greece
SPAIN Mahon Menorca ITALY GREECE PORTUGAL FORTRESS LA MOLA Lisbon Piraeus ACROPOLIS Greece Portugal MOUNT ETNA
ALHAMBRA CORINTH CANAL PALACE CARTHAGE Syracuse Sicily Motril La Goulette Spain Tunisia MALTA GRAND HARBOUR ATLANTIC TUNISIA Valletta OCEAN TETOUAN Malta Tangier MEDITERRANEAN Morocco SEA MOROCCO
Acropolis, Athens
mbark Minerva in the ancient will reveal the splendour of this Spanish gem. YOUR CHOICE OF INCLUDED YOUR ITINERARY FARES PER PERSON (AUD) MIN151109 Ecapital of Athens, dominated by Tangier sits at the tip of Africa and you can SHORE EXCURSIONS YOUR CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS DATE PORT ARRIVE DEPART Cabin Type Standard Fare the mighty Acropolis. step ashore to enter the medina through the Piraeus Athens, Acropolis, National 9 Nov Piraeus (Athens), Greece In port • Discover Athens – birthplace of Balcony Suites from $9,030 palm-ringed plaza Grand Socco or admire the 10 Nov Piraeus (Athens), Greece In port 1.30pm civilisation, democracy and many of the After a morning ashore to explore, relax on Archaeological Museum Syracuse Ortygia centuries-old Mendoubia Gardens. From the 10 Nov Transit the Corinth Canal 5.00pm 7.00pm Outside Cabins from $4,740 wise men of ancient times board as Minerva transits the narrow, steep-sided Island, Taormina, Mount Etna Valletta 11 Nov Cruise on Minerva Corinth Canal before sailing towards Sicily. deck enjoy the view as Minerva sails up the Tagus Panoramic Island Tour, Valletta Harbour Inside Cabins from • Minerva transits the narrow Corinth $3,150 River to Lisbon. An evening drive reveals cobbled Cruise, Mdina Cathedral La Goulette 12 Nov Syracuse, Sicily 8.30am 10.00pm Canal – a remarkable feat of engineering Founded in the 8th century BC by Greek 13 Nov Valletta, Malta 7.30am 2.30pm Standard prices for all categories are shown on pages 106-107. streets, magnificent churches and a grand castle. Panoramic Tunis, Carthage, Sidi Bou Said, Reduced single supplements apply to selected cabin categories. Corinthians, Syracuse is your gateway to 14 Nov La Goulette, Tunisia 1.30pm 7.00pm • Explore Sicily lying at the crossroads Medina Old City Mahon Fortress La Mola, Taormina with its old quarter and elegant 15 Nov Cruise on Minerva of Mediterranean culture YOUR GUEST SPEAKERS Island Highlights, Archaeological Tour piazzas, and the still-active Mount Etna. 16 Nov Mahon, Menorca 8.00am 5.00pm • Sail into Valletta’s impressive fortified Motril Granada Old City, Alhambra Palace, Sail into Valletta’s Grand Harbour to discover Your Guest Speakers on this cruise include: 17 Nov Cruise on Minerva Grand Harbour to explore this Nerja Caves Tangier City Sightseeing with extraordinary architecture and the legacy of Professor Carole Hillenbrand – Professor of 18 Nov Motril, Spain 8.00am 7.00pm well-preserved city Mendoubia Gardens, Tetouan, Asilah Lisbon the Knights of St John before Minerva heads Islamic History, University of Edinburgh. 19 Nov Tangier, Morocco 7.30am 1.30pm • Wander through the Moorish gardens Panoramic Drive by Night. 20 Nov Lisbon, Portugal 4.30pm In port westwards. A stop in La Goulette allows Professor Robert Hillenbrand – Professor of and courtyards of the Alhambra Palace Optional Premium Shore Excursions available: 21 Nov Lisbon, Portugal In port exploration of Tunis’ souks, mosques and Islamic Art, St Andrew’s University. shuttered town houses and time to stroll among Piraeus Ancient Corinth Canal Lisbon This cruise can also be selected as one of Minerva’s Mr Andy Bunten – Independent wildlife pretty Sidi Bou Said, hanging from a steep Mysterious Fado with dinner Grand Voyages. Please see pages 82. consultant. cliff and draped in flowers and flowing vines. Discover the ancient ruins of Carthage, once Canon Andrew Evans – Historian. a rich sea port which was destroyed by the See pages 88-91 for biographical notes. Romans in 146 BC, then continue to Menorca. Head to Mahon’s La Mola Fortress or explore FEATURED GUEST the island’s archaeology before arrival in the Martin Bell – former BBC war Andalucian port of Motril, from where a correspondent, MP and ambassador full-day tour to the Moorish Alhambra Palace for UNICEF. Mount Etna, Sicily
24 Call Swan Hellenic on 1800 OCEANS (623 267) or visit au.swanhellenic.com 25 13-day cruise from $3,610 SHORES of the ATLANTIC 21 NOVEMBER – 3 DECEMBER 2015 per person twin share
PORTUGAL • SPAIN • MOROCCO • MADEIRA • CANARY ISLANDS
PORTUGAL
Lisbon SPAIN Portugal BELEM Seville TOWER Spain CORDOBA
CÁDIZ CATHEDRAL Cádiz Spain ATLANTIC OCEAN
Hassan II Mosque, Casablanca HASSAN II MOSQUE Casblanca Funchal Morocco Madeira MOROCCO BOTANICAL GARDENS
Lanzarote Canary Islands Tenerife
Canary Islands TIMANFAYA FIRE MOUNTAINS BANDAMA Gran Canaria CRATER Canary Islands Waterfront walkway, Cádiz Botanical Gardens, Funchal
avour the tranquillity of the Jeronimos Rabat, or visit Marrakech, strikingly situated at YOUR CHOICE OF INCLUDED YOUR ITINERARY FARES PER PERSON MIN151121 SCloisters in Lisbon – a jewel of the foot of the Atlas Mountains. SHORE EXCURSIONS YOUR CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS DATE PORT ARRIVE DEPART Cabin Type Standard Fare Manueline architecture – before Minerva Minerva overnights in Funchal on the Lisbon Lisbon City Tour, Medieval Obidos, 21 Nov Lisbon, Portugal In port • Experience the vibrant Flamenco and sets her sights on the Andalucian capital Balcony Suites from $9,430 subtropical archipelago of Madeira – the Cascais Seville Seville City Tour, Panoramic 22 Nov Lisbon, Portugal In port 7.30pm Fiesta in Seville of Seville by way of a transit of the ‘Floating Garden of the Atlantic’ – where you Seville, Cordoba Cádiz Cathedral of Cádiz, 23 Nov Cruise on Minerva Outside Cabins from $4,940 • Visit Jerez, world renowned for its Guadalquivir River. can stand atop Cabo Girao, Europe’s highest 24 Nov Seville, Spain (transit river) 7.30am 5.00pm Jerez, Birdwatching at Cádiz Park Casablanca Inside Cabins from $3,610 sherry and Moorish Alcazar After a relaxing day at sea step ashore to stroll sea cliffs towering above the ocean. Finally, City of Rabat, The Portuguese Towns, Hassan 25 Nov Cádiz, Spain 8.30am 2.00pm 26 Nov Casablanca, Morocco 8.00am 9.30pm Standard prices for all categories are shown on pages 106-107.. • Wander the narrow streets of Rabat’s among winding medieval lanes and into hidden the Canary Islands’ volcanic landscapes are II Mosque Funchal Funchal Town by Night, Reduced single supplements apply to selected cabin categories. 27 Nov Cruise on Minerva old Kasbah and souks plazas or spend the afternoon discovering the yours to explore, from Arrecife’s dramatic Botanical Gardens Lanzarote Costa Teguise, 28 Nov Funchal, Madeira In port Moorish architecture of Cordoba’s Mezquita. Fire Mountains to the Caldera de Bandama 7.00pm • Overnight in Funchal – enjoy the Cesar Manrique Highlights, Timanfaya Fire 29 Nov Funchal, Madeira In port 10.30pm in Las Palmas, a 200m deep crater offering wonderful gardens and dramatic Ancient Cádiz, jutting into the Bay of Cádiz Mountains Gran Canaria Botanical Gardens, 30 Nov Cruise on Minerva breathtaking views of Gran Canaria’s entire landscapes of the beautiful island and almost entirely surrounded by water, San Bartolome. 1 Dec Lanzarote, Canary Islands 7.30am 6.00pm north and east coast. of Madeira boasts a historical quarter teeming with Optional Premium Shore Excursions available: 2 Dec Gran Canaria, Canary Islands 7.30am 11.30pm • Discover the diverse volcanic old-world charm so explore at your leisure. Casablanca Marrakech Lanzarote North West 3 Dec Tenerife, Canary Islands 7.00am In port landscapes of the Canary Islands Head to Cádiz Park which is renowned for YOUR GUEST SPEAKERS Tour Gran Canaria Ruta de las Cumbres. This cruise can also be selected as one of Minerva’s its wildlife and is a prime spot for viewing Your Guest Speakers on this cruise may discuss Grand Voyages. Please see page 82.. the twice yearly migration of birds between Maritime History relating to the Iberian Europe and Africa, or visit Jerez, famed for explorers and the Spanish Civil War. its long-standing Flamenco tradition and as See pages 88-91 for biographical notes. Spain’s finest sherry producer. WORKSHOPS On to Casablanca, a sprawling city where you Art – Robert King can marvel at the beauty of the Hassan II Mosque, the largest in the world, or head out further to immerse yourself in the souks of Timanfaya, Lanzarote
26 27 Call Swan Hellenic on 1800 OCEANS (623 267) or visit au.swanhellenic.com 19-day cruise from $3,230 A TALE of two CONTINENTS 3 DECEMBER – 21 DECEMBER 2015 per person twin share
CANARY ISLANDS • CAPE VERDE • SURINAME • GUYANA GRENADA • BARBADOS
“You can never cross the ocean until you have the courage to lose sight of the shore.”
Christopher Columbus Tenerife Canary Islands La Palma MOUNT TEIDE Canary Islands FUENCALIENTE Mount Teide, Tenerife Santa Cruz de Tenerife Bridgetown Grenada Barbados RAINFOREST
Sao Vincente PRAIA GRANDE Cape Verde SAN FELIPE VENEZUELA COLONIAL FORT Santiago Georgetown Cape Verde Guyana CAPE VERDE
GUYANA Paramaribo Suriname
COMMEWIJNE ATLANTIC OCEAN SURINAME
St George’s, Grenada
inerva departs from the volcanic as she heads to the New World. Formerly YOUR CHOICE OF INCLUDED YOUR ITINERARY FARES PER PERSON MIN151203 M island of Tenerife, the largest Dutch Guiana and a plantation colony of the SHORE EXCURSIONS YOUR CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS DATE PORT ARRIVE DEPART Cabin Type Standard Fare in the Canary archipelago, which soars Netherlands, Suriname is cloaked in pristine Tenerife La Orotava & Botanical Gardens, 3 Dec Tenerife, Canary Islands In port • Stroll through the lava fields tropical rainforest. In neighbouring Guyana Balcony Suites from $10,080 dramatically above its neighbours. 4 Dec Tenerife, Canary Islands In port 8.00pm of Mount Teide on the volcanic Mercedes Mountains, Mount Teide National Discover ash beds, lava streams and unique learn about the country’s nine indigenous 5 Dec La Palma, Canary Islands 8.00am 6.00pm Outside Cabins from $5,080 island of Tenerife Park La Palma Walking tour of Santa Cruz, rock formations in Mount Teide National tribes and admire Georgetown’s quaint Dutch 6 Dec Cruise on Minerva Roque de los Muchachos Observatory, Inside Cabins from $3,230 • Witness the lively markets of Mindelo colonial and Victorian architecture. Park before a leisurely cruise towards La Fuencaliente Santiago Praia Colonial Culture, 7 Dec Cruise on Minerva town on the remote Cape Verde 8 Dec Cruise on Minerva Standard prices for all categories are shown on pages 106-107. Palma and its elegant capital Santa Cruz de la On to St George’s, where you can relax on Dance & Wine Taste Tour, San Felipe Colonial Reduced single supplements apply to selected cabin categories. archipelago 9 Dec Santiago, Cape Verde 8.00am 4.00pm Palma. From here head to serene Fuencaliente, pristine beaches, take a rainforest walk or Fort & Cidade Velha Sao Vicente A Taste of 10 Dec Sao Vicente, Cape Verde 8.00am 5.00pm • Relax as you sail across the Atlantic adorned with whitewashed houses and explore the Dougaldston Spice Estate, a the Island, Mindelo Panoramic & Landscape 11 Dec Cruise on Minerva Ocean to the New World scattered with volcanoes, or visit the Roque monument to Grenada’s colonial past, before Paramaribo City Tour, Commewijne 12 Dec Cruise on Minerva de los Muchachos Observatory for unique your cruise concludes in beautiful Barbados. • Discover Suriname and Guyana – the Plantation Georgetown Georgetown 13 Dec Cruise on Minerva astronomical insights. ‘Wild Coast’ of South America City Tour St George’s West Coast Drive, 14 Dec Cruise on Minerva Enjoy three days at sea before reaching YOUR GUEST SPEAKERS Rainforest Walk, Sunnyside Gardens. 15 Dec Cruise on Minerva Santiago and Sao Vicente in the remote Cape Your Guest Speakers on this cruise may discuss Optional Premium Shore Excursions include: 16 Dec Cruise on Minerva Verde archipelago, where you will find an Colonial History, Marine Wildlife and areas of Praia Santiago Island Tour Mindelo Praia 17 Dec Paramaribo, Suriname 8:00am 5.00pm 18 Dec Georgetown, Guyana 12.00am 8.00pm intriguing mix of African and Portuguese botanical interest. Grande & Calhau. 19 Dec Cruise on Minerva influences. Take a tour of the islands, visit See pages 88-91 for biographical notes. Praia’s San Felipe Colonial Fort or experience 20 Dec St George’s, Grenada 7.30am 5.00pm the bustling markets of Mindelo. 21 Dec Bridgetown, Barbados 8.30am A crossing of the Atlantic gives you the This cruise can also be selected as one of Minerva’s opportunity to make the most of Minerva’s Grand Voyages. Please see page 82.. facilities and immerse yourself in the fascinating talks given by your Guest Speakers Bridgetown, Barbados
28 Call Swan Hellenic on 1800 OCEANS (623 267) or visit au.swanhellenic.com 29 15-day cruise from $3,890 CARIBBEAN COLONIAL TRAILS 21 DECEMBER 2015 – 4 JANUARY 2016 per person twin share
BARBADOS • DOMINICA • ST LUCIA • TRINIDAD • MARGARITA ISLAND BONAIRE • CURACAO • ARUBA • COLOMBIA
RAINFOREST ARIEL TRAM TOUR
Dominica CARIBBEAN SEA
SULPHUR SPRINGS St Lucia Bridgetown Cartagena, Colombia SEAWORLD EXPLORER Barbados
Bonaire Aruba CHRISTMAS ON TAYRONA NATIONAL PARK Curaçao BOARD MINERVA
Santa Marta CARONI BIRD MUD VOLCANO Colombia SANCTUARY Margarita Island Cartagena Venezuela Trinidad Colombia VENEZUELA ANGEL FALLS
COLOMBIA
New Port
The Pitons, St Lucia
oin Minerva in Barbados for an See in the New Year before a day at sea when YOUR CHOICE OF INCLUDED YOUR ITINERARY FARES PER PERSON MIN151221 overnight stay and morning ashore to Minerva sets her sights on Colombia. Discover YOUR CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS J SHORE EXCURSIONS DATE PORT ARRIVE DEPART Cabin Type Standard Fare discover the island’s plantation history, Tayrona National Park from Santa Marta, • Step back in time to explore Barbados Best of Barbados, Coast to Coast 21 Dec Bridgetown, Barbados In port before heading to the beautiful island of before your cruise concludes in Cartagena, Balcony Suites from $11,470 historic Barbados Dominica Best of Dominica Scenic Drive, 22 Dec Bridgetown, Barbados In port 2.00pm Dominica. once the most important bastion of the Roseau Sightseeing & Trafalgar Falls, Rainforest 23 Dec Dominica 8.00am 10.00pm Outside Cabins from $5,600 • Admire the natural beauty of the Spanish overseas empire. A new port of call for Minerva, Dominica Ariel Tram Tour St Lucia East to West 24 Dec St Lucia 8.30am 11.30pm towering Pitons on the lush, volcanic Inside Cabins from $3,890 boasts ancient forests, soaring mountains and Island Tour, Scenic Drive & Sulphur Springs, 25 Dec Cruise on Minerva Island of St Lucia 26 Dec Trinidad 8.00am 4.30pm Standard prices for all categories are shown on pages 106-107.. lush flora. Your next stop, St Lucia, is home Snorkelling beneath the Pitons, Christmas Eve Reduced single supplements apply to selected cabin categories. YOUR GUEST SPEAKERS 27 Dec Margarita Island, Venezuela 8.00am 11.00pm • Experience the multicultural melting to Sulphur Springs and the world-famous Sunset Cruise Trinidad Highlights and Scenic Your Guest Speakers on this cruise include: 28 Dec Cruise on Minerva pot of Trinidad Pitons – two mountainous volcanic plugs. On Drive, Caroni Bird Sanctuary Asa Wright Nature 29 Dec Bonaire 6.30am 1.00pm • Overnight in Willemstad to explore Christmas Eve, enjoy a leisurely sunset cruise Dr Steve Kershaw – Classic Tutor Centre Margarita Island Tropical Garden & 29 Dec Curaçao 7.00pm In port before joining in the Christmas festivities for Oxford University Department of the Dutch colonial history of Curacao Historic Margarita, Panoramic Margarita, La 30 Dec Curaçao In port 9.30pm Continuing Education. • Stroll the colonial streets and plazas on board Minerva as she sails across the Restinga Lagoon Bonaire Island Highlights, 31 Dec Aruba 8.00am In port Professor Christopher Stillman – of Cartagena Caribbean Sea. On arrival at Trinidad, venture Nature Walking Trail, Flamingo Salt Tour 1 Jan Aruba/ Cruise on Minerva Depart Aruba 3.00am Volcanologist. away from the bustle of the Port of Spain to Curaçao Discover Curaçao, Trolley Train, 2 Jan Santa Marta, Colombia 7.30am 8.00pm • Celebrate Christmas whilst cruising explore the Caroni Bird Sanctuary. See pages 88-91 for biographical notes. Seaworld Explorer Aruba Best of Aruba Island 3 Jan Cartagena, Colombia 12.00am In port the Caribbean Sea on board Minerva Venezuelan Margarita Island is a delight. You Tour, Natural Wonders of Aruba, Catamaran 4 Jan Cartagena, Colombia In port • Minerva will be docked in Aruba to may choose to visit La Asuncion, where old Santa Marta Historic Santa Marta, Independent bring in the New Year cathedrals are the legacy of Spanish invaders. Exploration Cartagena City Tour & Walk, Mud The pristine paradise of Bonaire Island is yours Volcano, Fishing Culture & Mangroves. to discover, before Minerva overnights in Optional Premium Shore Excursions available: Curaçao’s charming capital Willemstad, with Margarita Island Angel Falls Full Day its rich Dutch colonial history. Discovered Castries Evening Sunset Cruise by the Spanish and colonised by the Dutch, Santa Marta Tayrona National Park. Aruba is your next port of call. Willemstad, Curaçao
30 Call Swan Hellenic on 1800 OCEANS (623 267) or visit au.swanhellenic.com 31 15-day cruise from $2,370 FLAVOURS of LATIN AMERICA 4 JANUARY – 18 JANUARY 2016 per person twin share
COLOMBIA • PANAMA • ECUADOR • PERU
San Blas Islands MUD VOLCANO Panama Cartagena Panama Canal Colombia Panama Balboa Panama PANAMA GAMBOA COLOMBIA AERIAL TRAM Bahia Solano Colombia
BOTANICAL GARDENS
MONTECRISTI Manta Ecuador ECUADOR Basket seller, Cartagena Guayaquil Ecuador
MAAC MUSEUM
Salaverry Peru Gatun Lake, Panama
PERU YOUR CHOICE OF INCLUDED FARES PER PERSON MIN160104 Callao YOUR ITINERARY SHORE EXCURSIONS DATE PORT ARRIVE DEPART Cabin Type Standard Fare Peru Tender port New Port City Tour & Walk, Mud Volcano, 4 Jan Cartagena , Colombia In port LIMA Cartagena Balcony Suites from $8,070 San Blas Islands, Panama Fishing Culture & Mangroves San Blas Islands 5 Jan Cartagena , Colombia In port 2.00pm Independent Exploration Balboa Colonial 6 Jan San Blas Island, Panama 11:00 5.30pm Outside Cabins from $3,650 7 Jan Panama Canal, Transit Panama & Miraflores Locks, Eco Cruise on Inside Cabins from $2,370 et off from Cartagena, once popular Sail on to Peru, where the enthralling Chimu Gatun Lake & Nature Hike Bahia Solano Bahia 8 Jan Balboa, Panama 7.00am 2.00pm amongst pirates and plunderers, capital of Chan Chan is yours to discover 9 Jan Bahia Solano, Colombia 11.00am 6.00pm Standard prices for all categories are shown on pages 106-107. YOUR CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS S Solano Town Exploration Manta Montecristi, Reduced single supplements apply to selected cabin categories. to explore the stunning sights of South before your cruise concludes in Callao. Step 10 Jan Cruise on Minerva La Pila & Ivory Nut Exhibition, Eco Artisans of • Stroll the colonial streets and plazas America. ashore and explore the Peruvian capital Lima, 11 Jan Manta, Ecuador 1.30pm In port Manta Guayaquil Scenic Guayaquil, Quayaquil of Cartagena The beautiful San Blas Islands of Panama are or stroll among the crumbling remains of the 12 Jan Manta, Ecuador In port 5.30pm Museums, Maac Museum & Las Penas Salaverry • Meet the indigenous Kuna Indians on a delight. You may choose to explore one Inca Empire at the Pachacamac ruins. 13 Jan Guayaquil, Ecuador 12.00pm 7.00pm City Tour & Archaelogical Museum, Huaca the remote San Blas Islands of the islands, discovering the fascinating 14 Jan Cruise on Minerva Dragon, Chan Chan & Huanchaco Callao Lima 15 Jan Salaverry, Peru 12.30pm 11.00pm • Witness one of the finest engineering local communities and their unique cultural YOUR GUEST SPEAKERS Highlights, Panoramic Lima, Ancient Oracles of 16 Jan Cruise on Minerva feats of the 20th century with a transit traditions. From here head to Balboa to Your Guest Speakers on this cruise include: Lima, Larco Mar & Indian Market. 17 Jan Callao (Lima), Peru 8.00am In port explore Panama City or enjoy an eco-friendly of the Panama Canal 18 Jan Callao (Lima), Peru In port cruise on Gatun Lake. A new port of call for Rear Admiral John Lippiett – Chief Optional Premium Shore Excursions available: • Overnight in Manta. Explore the Executive, Mary Rose Trust. Balboa Gamboa Aerial Tram Manta Isla de Minerva, Bahia Solano will delight nature Manta Galapagos Islands overland extension, renowned centre of the Panama hat la Plata Salaverry Trujillo & Sun and Moon lovers with its unspoiled beauty. Professor Christopher Stillman – rejoining in Guayaquil industry, Montecristi Temples. On to Ecuador, where Manta and Guayaquil Volcanologist. • Admire the best pre-Colombian and This cruise can also be selected as one of Minerva’s await. In Manta, discover the work of local Professor Sir Ghillean Prance – Botonist. Incan gold and pottery artefacts in Grand Voyages. Please see page 83. eco-artisans whose products are crafted from Lima’s fine museums Professor Mark Horton – professor of natural materials, or take a boat trip to Isla Archeology, University of Bristol. de la Plata where the wildlife matches that of See pages 88-91 for biographical notes. the Galapagos Islands. Bustling Guayaquil Panama Canal promises a host of intriguing museums. 32 Call Swan Hellenic on 1800 OCEANS (623 267) or visit au.swanhellenic.com 33 15-day cruise from $3,010 A CHILEAN GRAND RESERVE 18 JANUARY – 1 FEBRUARY 2016 per person twin share
PERU • CHILE
Callao, Lima INCAS Peru General San Martin Peru ISLAS BALLESTAS PERU
ATACAMA DESERT Arica Chile Iquique Chile SALITRERA DE HUMBERSTONE
SOUTH PACIFIC CHILE OCEAN
Peruvian musician
Coquimbo Chile
Valparaíso Chile Robinson Crusoe Island Chile Tender port New Port
Robinson Crusoe Island
mmerse yourself in the world of the The island was once home to the stranded YOUR CHOICE OF INCLUDED YOUR ITINERARY FARES PER PERSON MIN160118 YOUR CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS IIncas from your port of Callao, the navigator Alexander Selkirk for 4 years and SHORE EXCURSIONS DATE PORT ARRIVE DEPART Cabin Type Standard Fare gateway to historic Lima, before setting 4 months, whose story inspired the Daniel • Overnight stay in Callao – Gateway to Lima Lima Highlights, Panoramic Lima, 18 Jan Callao (Lima), Peru In port sail to General San Martin, where you can Defoe novel Robinson Crusoe. Finally, Balcony Suites from $9,530 Lima, also known as ‘City of Kings’ Ancient Oracles of Lima, Larco Mar & Indian 19 Jan Callao (Lima), Peru In port 5.30pm sample the local Pisco or sail out to Islas enchanting Valparaiso is yours to explore. Market General San Martin Ballestas Island, 20 Jan General San Martin, Peru 7.30am 5.30pm Outside Cabins from $4,500 • Fly over the mysterious Nazca Lines Ballestas, islands of incredible biodiversity Discover its rolling hills, intriguing museums Pisco Tasting, Independent exploration Arica 21 Jan Cruise on Minerva where ancient geoglyphs are etched Inside Cabins from $3,010 known as the ‘Galapagos of Peru’. and attractive botanical gardens as your Arica Walk, Azapa Valley & Museum Iquique 22 Jan Arica, Chile 5.30pm In port in the desert memorable cruise comes to an end. 23 Jan Arica, Chile In port 6.30pm Standard prices for all categories are shown on pages 106-107. Minerva sails further along the coast towards Iquique Tour, Humberstone & Pintados Reduced single supplements apply to selected cabin categories. • Learn about the early civilisations as Chile, where unique Arica is our next port of Geoglyphs, Jewels of the Iquique Coquimbo 24 Jan Iquique, Chile 7.00am 5.00pm 25 Jan Cruise on Minerva you follow the trail of the Incas in Arica call. Fringed by the parched Atacama Desert, YOUR GUEST SPEAKERS Coquimbo & La Serena, The Imigragrants of 26 Jan Coquimbo, Chile 6.00pm In port • Explore the UNESCO-listed ‘Little Arica is a city of old tradition and modern Coquimbo, La Serena Tour Robinson Crusoe Your Guest Speakers on this cruise include: 27 Jan Coquimbo, Chile In port 5.30pm San Francisco’ of Chile in Valparaiso aspects. It’s also close to the intriguing Azapa Island Independent Exploration Valparaiso Professor Sandy Primrose – Microbiologist 28 Jan Cruise on Minerva Valley, where some of the world’s oldest known Winery, Panoramic Valparaiso & Vina del Mar, • Discover one of Minerva’s new ports, and gardens expert. 29 Jan Robinson Crusoe Island, Chile 9.00am 6.00pm mummies can be found. On to Iquique, whose Botanical Gardens & Fonck Museum. Robinson Crusoe Island, 30 Jan Cruise on Minerva outdoor national monuments of Salitrera de Miss Rosalind Whyte – Freelance Art declared a World Biosphere Reserve Optional Premium Shore Excursions available: 31 Jan Valparaiso, Chile 8.00am In port Humberstone have been declared a UNESCO Historian, Tour Guide and Lecturer. by UNESCO in 1977 General San Martin Nazca Lines Flight Arica 1 Feb Valparaiso, Chile In port In port World Heritage Site. Coquimbo is home to Rear Admiral John Lippiett – Chief Man & Desert Coquimbo Evening Astronomy a world-famous astronomical facility, where Executive, Mary Rose Trust. This cruise can also be selected as one of Minerva’s Tour Valparaiso Santiago. Grand Voyages. Please see page 83.. exceptional atmospheric conditions make for See pages 88-91 for biographical notes. some incredible discoveries. A day at sea offers time to relax before arrival at Robinson Crusoe Island. Step ashore and experience the island’s stunning flora and fauna, backed by dramatic landscapes. Islas Ballestas, Peru
34 Call Swan Hellenic on 1800 OCEANS (623 267) or visit au.swanhellenic.com 35 19-day cruise from $4,480 BEAUTY of the CHILEAN FJORDS 1 FEBRUARY – 19 FEBRUARY 2016 per person twin share
CHILE
Valparaíso BOTANICAL GARDENS Chile & FONCK MUSEUM
SOUTH PACIFIC CHILE OCEAN
OSORNO VOLCANO Puerto Montt DALCAHUOE Chile Castro Chile
RIO SIMPSON VALLEY
Puerto Chacabuco Chile
SOUTH ATLANTIC CHILEAN FJORDS OCEAN SCENIC CRUISING
Puerto Natales ADINO PARK Chile Punta Arenas Chile
Tender port New Port Chilean Fjords Wooden church, Castro
mbark Minerva in Valparaiso and enjoy Minerva makes her maiden call at Puerto YOUR CHOICE OF INCLUDED YOUR ITINERARY FARES PER PERSON MIN160201 YOUR CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS Ea relaxing two days at sea. Natales, a small town facing the Andes on SHORE EXCURSIONS DATE PORT ARRIVE DEPART Cabin Type Standard Fare the shores of Seno Ultima Esperanza, at the • Puerto Montt is your gateway to Settle into life on board, as Minerva sails to Castro Castro Tour & Walk, Chiloe Churches, 1 Feb Valparaiso In port southern end of the Chilean Fjords. This is your Balcony Suites from $13,010 Chile’s magnificent Lake District Chiloé Island and its charming capital city, Dalcahue, Curaco de Velez & Achao Punta 2 Feb Cruise on Minerva gateway to the granite pillars of the Torres del Castro, the last bastion of support for the Arenas City Tour, Otway Bay Penguins, 3 Feb Cruise on Minerva Outside Cabins from $6,410 • Take in the scenery as Minerva sails Paine, in South America’s finest national park. 4 Feb Castro, Chiloé Island 8.00am 5.00pm Spanish crown in South America. Fort Bulnes & Port Famine, Trekking at Inside Cabins from $4,480 the ‘Chilean Fjords’ 5 Feb Cruise the Chilean Fjords Take in the island’s unique colonial churches, From Puerto Chacabuco, you can experience Andino Park, Patagonia Estancia Puerto • The Otway Reserve offers an up close 6 Feb Cruise the Chilean Fjords Standard prices for all categories are shown on pages 106-107. made entirely of timber, before Minerva heads Patagonia’s natural wonders or enjoy a trek Natales Puerto Natales town, Cueva de Reduced single supplements apply to selected cabin categories. 7 Feb Cruise the Chilean Fjords look of the Magellanic penguins in their on Deer Island, before Minerva sails towards Milodón, Benitez Hill Puerto Chacabuco Rio back to mainland Chile. 8 Feb Punta Arenas 7.00am 6.30pm natural habitat Puerto Montt, your gateway to Chile’s Lake Simpson Valley drive & Coyhaique, Journey Enjoy three days at sea, listening to talks from 9 Feb Cruise the Chilean Fjords • Puerto Natales – make reference to District and the snow-capped Osorno Volcano. into Patagonian Nature, Deer Island Trek our eminent Guest Speakers or perhaps learning 10 Feb Puerto Natales 7.00am 8.00pm 8th wonder of the world – Torres del Finally, sail into Valparaiso, an enthralling city Puerto Montt Millenary Alerces & German a new skill, as Minerva sails south and through 11 Feb Cruise the Chilean Fjords Paine National Park with rolling hills and fascinating museums. Colonization Museum, Osorno Volcano, the Chilean fjords towards Punta Arenas, Chile’s 12 Feb Cruise the Chilean Fjords From here you can explore Santiago, at the Petrohue Falls & Puerto Varas, Puerto Montt, • Discover Santiago and its spectacular most southerly city. Boasting a colourful history, 13 Feb Puerto Chacabuco 7.00am 6.00pm foot of the Andes, or the Maipo Valley, Chile’s Varas and Frutillar with Lavender Tea House, 14 Feb Cruise on Minerva setting at the foot of the Andes and built on the Strait of Magellan, this frontier world-famous wine district. Petrohue and Esmeralda Lake Valparaiso 15 Feb Puerto Montt 7.00am 6.00pm town is your gateway to the Otway Reserve, Winery, Panoramic Valparaiso & Vina del Mar, 16 Feb Cruise on Minerva where hundreds of Magellanic penguins can be Botanical Gardens & Fonck Museum. 17 Feb Cruise on Minerva seen in their natural habitat. YOUR GUEST SPEAKERS 18 Feb Valparaiso 8.00am In port Optional Premium Shore Excursions available: Chile’s maze of glorious fjords gives access Your Guest Speakers on this cruise include: 19 Feb Valparaiso In port Valparaiso Santiago Puerto Natales Torres to the ports of Punta Arenas, Puerto Natales Mr Andy Bunten – Freelance Wildlife del Paine National Park and Puerto Chacabuco. As Minerva cruises Consultant. through the steep-sided channels marvel at the Captain Christopher Morrison – Royal Navy grandeur of soaring icebergs and the blues, Retired, Warfare and Navigation specialist. greens and silvery ice of the towering glaciers, See pages 88-91 for biographical notes. an amazing sight.
36 Call Swan Hellenic on 1800 OCEANS (623 267) or visit au.swanhellenic.com 37 15-day cruise from $3,540 TIMELESS SOUTH AMERICA 19 FEBRUARY – 4 MARCH 2016 per person twin share
CHILE • PERU • ECUADOR
ECUADOR Galapagos Guayaquil Islands Ecuador LAS PENAS
PERU LIMA Callao Peru General San Martin PARACAS NATIONAL Peru RESERVE
Arica PACIFIC Chile OCEAN Eiffel Church, Arica
CHILE
LA SERENA Coquimbo Chile
Valparaiso Chile SANTIAGO
Ermita Church, Lima, Peru Pan pipes, Chile
oin Minerva in the historic Chilean important cities in South America. Admire YOUR CHOICE OF INCLUDED YOUR ITINERARY FARES PER PERSON MIN160219 YOUR CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS Jcity of Valparaiso, gateway to Chile’s its world-class museums and early colonial SHORE EXCURSIONS DATE PORT ARRIVE DEPART Cabin Type Standard Fare central valley and Santiago, its capital, in a architecture before sailing to Guayaquil, a • Wander the streets of the Valparaiso Panoramic Valparaiso, & Vina del 19 Feb Valparaiso, Chile In port spectacular setting at the foot of the Andes. fascinating city and gateway to the incredible Balcony Suites from $10,850 Mar, Botanical Gardens & Fronk Museum 20 Feb Valparaiso, Chile In port 2.00pm UNESCO-listed Valparaiso city Galapagos Islands. This nature-lover’s paradise According to local legend, pirates crossed the Coquimbo Coquimbo & La Serena, The 21 Feb Coquimbo, Chile 9.00am 5.30pm Outside Cabins from $5,180 • Inland from Coquimbo, explore the is home to penguins, tortoises and sea lions, Strait of Magellan to bury their treasure on Immigrants of Coquimbo, La Serena Panoramic 22 Feb Cruise on Minerva Elqui Valley – the magnetic centre boasting dramatic peaks, white sands and Inside Cabins from $3,540 the beaches of Coquimbo. The city’s buildings Tour Arica Arica Walk & Tour, Azapa Valley 23 Feb Cruise on Minerva of Earth crystal-clear waters. 24 Feb Arica, Chile 8.00am 5.00pm Standard prices for all categories are shown on pages 106-107. are among Chile’s most interesting historical & Museum General San Martin Ballestas Reduced single supplements apply to selected cabin categories. 25 Feb Cruise on Minerva • Fly over the mysterious Nazca Lines structures, boasting elaborate woodwork that Island Tour, Paracas National Reserve, Pisco 26 Feb General San Martin, Peru 12.00pm 8.00pm where ancient geoglyphs are etched in early settlers crafted by hand. YOUR GUEST SPEAKERS Tasting, Independent Exploration Callao Lima the desert 27 Feb Callao, Peru 11.00am In port In the Chilean town of Arica learn about the Your Guest Speakers on this cruise include: Highlights, Ancient Oracles of Lima, Panoramic 28 Feb Callao, Peru In port In port • Immerse yourself in the world of the Chinchorro people who mummified their dead Lima, Ancient Treasures of Lima, Archaelogical Mr Andy Bunten – Freelance Wildlife 29 Feb Callao, Peru In port 2.00pm Incas with an extended stay in Callao long before the Egyptians, and visit Lauca Museum and Ficus Country House, Larco Mar Consultant. 1 Mar Cruise on Minerva mid cruise National Park, where you’ll find snow-topped Indian Market Guayaquil Scenic Guayaquil, 2 Mar Cruise on Minerva Captain Christopher Morrison – Royal Navy volcanoes, hot springs and plenty of wildlife. Guayaquil Museums, Maac Museum & 3 Mar Guayaquil, Ecuador 12.00am In port • Extend your stay in Guayaquil for a Retired, Warfare and Navigation specialist. 4 Mar Guayaquil, Ecuador In port post-cruise visit to the Galapagos Islands Sail north to the Peruvian port of General San Las Penas. Dr Peter Cattermole – Former lecturer in Martin, surrounded by the Atacama Desert, Optional Premium Shore Excursions available: volcanology and planetary geology. one of the driest regions of the world. Explore General San Martin Nazca Lines flight the quiet colonial town of Pisco and its fertile See pages 88-91 for biographical notes. Arica Otway Bay, Man and the Desert coastal valley or uncover one of the greatest Callao Machu Picchu. mysteries in the Americas, the enigmatic Nazca Lines. Spend two nights in Lima, ‘City of Kings’, founded in 1535 and still one of the most Nazca lines, Peru
38 Call Swan Hellenic on 1800 OCEANS (623 267) or visit au.swanhellenic.com 39 16-day cruise from $3,660 NATURAL WONDERS of LATIN AMERICA 4 MARCH – 19 MARCH 2016 per person twin share
ECUADOR • PANAMA • COSTA RICA • HONDURAS • BELIZE • MEXICO Cozumel KOHUNLICH Mexico MAYAN RUINS Costa Maya MEXICO Mexico Belize City Belize Roatán BELIZE Honduras Puerto Cortes Honduras HONDURAS CARIBBEAN SEA
Puerto Limón Costa Rica TORTUGUERO CANALS Tortuguero Canals, Costa Rica
COSTA RICA PANAMA CANAL
PACIFIC PANAMA OCEAN
Galapagos Manta ECUADOR Islands Ecuador
METROPOLITAN Guayaquil CATHEDRAL Ecuador Mayan pyramid, Chacchoben, Mexico Tender port New Port Ruins of Copan, Honduras
egin your cruise with an overnight stay peaceful setting of Lake Yojoa and the nearby YOUR CHOICE OF INCLUDED YOUR ITINERARY FARES PER PERSON MIN160304 Bin the diverse city of Guayaquil, where Pulhapanzak Waterfall, the largest waterfall in SHORE EXCURSIONS YOUR CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS DATE PORT ARRIVE DEPART Cabin Type Standard Fare you can admire the Metropolitan Cathedral Honduras. Guayaquil Scenic Guayaquil, Guayaquil 4 Mar Guayaquil, Ecuador In port • In Manta, buy an authentic Panama with its incredible stained glass windows Balcony Suites from $11,340 In Belize, there’s the chance to explore Altun Museums, Maac Museum & Las Penas Manta 5 Mar Guayaquil, Ecuador In port 2.00pm hat made from the Toquillo palm before setting sail for Manta. Ha, a Mayan trading post for around 1,200 Archaeological Museum & Montecristi, La Pila 6 Mar Manta, Ecuador 12.00am In port Outside Cabins from $5,430 • Transit the amazing engineering feat This port is your gateway to some of Ecuador’s years. Finally we’ll head deep into the lush 7 Mar Manta, Ecuador In port 6.00pm & Ivory Nut Exhibition, Pacoche Dry Forest & Inside Cabins from $3,660 that is the Panama Canal most extraordinary wildlife. From here you Mexican jungle, where the ancient pyramids El Aromo, Eco Artisans of Manta Puerto Limón 8 Mar Cruise on Minerva 9 Mar Cruise on Minerva Standard prices for all categories are shown on pages 106-107. • Enjoy overnight in port in Puerto can also visit Ecuador’s charming capital of of Chacchoben are among the most famous White Water Rafting at Reventazon River, Sloth Reduced single supplements apply to selected cabin categories. 10 Mar Panama Canal Transit, Panama Limón, giving time to explore Quito, an incredible UNESCO-listed site and Mayan ruins in Costa Maya, standing as a Sanctuary & Canoe Exploration, Caribbean 11 Mar Puerto Limón, Costa Rica 1.00pm In port ‘Costa Rica’s Amazon’ one of the best preserved cities in all of South testament to the myths and the rituals of the Train & Eco Cruise, Roatán West Side Island 12 Mar Puerto Limón, Costa Rica In port 6.00pm America. mysterious Mayan peoples. • Rainforest adventures in Tour, Snapshots of Roatan Puerto Cortes Lake 13 Mar Cruise on Minerva Honduras and Belize Enjoy a memorable transit of the Panama Yojoa & Pulhapanzak Waterfall, Rawakala Hike 14 Mar Cruise on Minerva • Explore the Mayan lands and culture Canal, a truly amazing engineering feat, YOUR GUEST SPEAKERS & Omoa Fortress Belize Altun Ha & Belize City, 15 Mar Roatán, Honduras 7.00am 7.00pm to enter the Caribbean Sea. Explore the Goff’s Caye SnorkelCosta Maya Clear Kayak & 16 Mar Puerto Cortes, Honduras 7.00am 8.00pm of the Yucatan Peninsula Your Guest Speakers on this cruise include: Tortuguero Canals, known as ‘Costa Rica’s Beach Escape, Segway Adventure. 17 Mar Belize City, Belize 8.00am 7.30pm Dr Peter Cattermole – Former lecturer in Amazon’, from the port of Puerto Limón, Optional Premium Shore Excursions available: 18 Mar Costa Maya, Mexico 8.00am 6.00pm volcanology and planetary geology. and Roatán in Honduras. This is a divers’ Manta Isla de la Plata Puerto Limón Evening 19 Mar Cozumel, Mexico 7.00am paradise where virtually the entire coastline is Miss Rosalind Whyte – Freelance Art Canal, Culture & Dinner, Tayutic Hacienda fringed by a diverse coral reef teeming with Historian, Tour Guide and Lecturer. Coffee & Sugar Tour, Premium Overnight Eco tropical fish. Mr Andy Bunten – Freelance Wildlife Tour Costa Maya Kohunlich Mayan Ruins. From Puerto Cortes, discover the ruins of Consultant. Copan, one of the most important sites of Canon Andrew Evans – Historian. the Mayan civilization, abandoned in the See pages 88-91 for biographical notes. early 10th century. You can also admire the Panama hats
40 41 Call Swan Hellenic on 1800 OCEANS (623 267) or visit au.swanhellenic.com 12-day cruise from $2,570 A CUBAN & CARIBBEAN MEDLEY 19 MARCH – 30 MARCH 2016 per person twin share
MEXICO • CUBA • BAHAMAS • TURKS & CAICOS • BERMUDA
BERMUDA St George's CARIBBEAN SEA Bermuda Havana Cuba TURKS & CAICOS Grand Turk Turks & Caicos TERRAZAS Antilla CUBA Cuba GREAT INAGUA MEXICO HOLGUIN CITY Great Inagua Bahamas Cozumel Mexico
Tender port New Port Havana, Cuba Wildlife in the Bahamas
oin Minerva in Cozumel, a beautiful Following two relaxing days at sea, Minerva YOUR CHOICE OF INCLUDED YOUR ITINERARY FARES PER PERSON MIN160319 Mexican island in the Caribbean Sea. finally sets her sights on Bermuda. Enjoy a trip YOUR CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS J SHORE EXCURSIONS DATE PORT ARRIVE DEPART Cabin Type Standard Fare A day at sea is followed by a trip to aboard a glass-bottom boat or discover the Havana Old Havana Walk & Rum Museum, 19 Mar Cozumel, Mexico 7.00am 11.00pm • Explore the colonial and atmospheric Balcony Suites from Havana, Cuba’s atmospheric capital, for an homes of Hamilton’s most famous inhabitants. 20 Mar Cruise on Minerva $8,230 city of Havana with an overnight Havana Panorama, ‘In the Footsteps of overnight stay and day ashore. Explore the 21 Mar Havana, Cuba 7.30am In port stay in port Hemingway’, Classic Car Tour, Terrazas Outside Cabins from $3,860 city in the classic cars for which Havana YOUR GUEST SPEAKERS 22 Mar Havana, Cuba In port 5.00pm Antilla Cuban Life Tour, Holguin City Great Inside Cabins from $2,570 • Discover more about the Molasses is famed, or visit a rum museum. On to 23 Mar Cruise on Minerva Guest Speakers on this cruise may discuss: Inagua Inagua Nature & Wildlife Tour St Reef Shipwreck, one of the earliest Antilla, a new port of call for Minerva, and 24 Mar Antilla, Cuba 8.30am 5.30pm Standard prices for all categories are shown on pages 106-107. Modern and Contemporary History, Music George’s Glass Bottom Boat Sightseeing Trip, European wrecks found in the Americas 25 Mar Great Inagua, Bahamas 7.30am 5.00pm Reduced single supplements apply to selected cabin categories. gateway to Holguin, where sandy beaches, Famous Homes & Hideaways, Catamaran and Ornithology. 26 Mar Grand Turk, Turks & Caicos 8.00am 2.00pm • End your voyage in Bermuda, where banana plantations and an authentic Cuban Sunset Sail. See pages 88-91 for biographical notes. 27 Mar Cruise on Minerva the sand is pink and the water an atmosphere await. Optional Premium Shore Excursions available: 28 Mar Cruise on Minerva irresistible turquoise Sail across to the island of Great Inagua, home Havana Vinales, Tropicana Evening Show. 29 Mar St George’s, Bermuda 2.00pm In port • Witness the extraordinary birdlife to the vast Inagua National Land and Sea Park. 30 Mar St George’s, Bermuda In port on Great Inagua Covering 45% of the island, the park boasts over 140 species of native birds and around • Soak up the Caribbean sunshine on 80,000 flamingos. the beautiful island of Grand Turk The stunning Turks and Caicos Islands are yours to explore next. Cockburn town, Grand Turk’s capital, promises charming Bermudian architecture lining its streets. Ashore, you can discover more about the Molasses Reef Wreck, the site of a ship which wrecked in the islands in the 16th century. One of the earliest European wrecks found in the Americas, it’s a fascinating site to explore. Tropical marine life in Bermuda
42 Call Swan Hellenic on 1800 OCEANS (623 267) or visit au.swanhellenic.com 43 17-day cruise from $3,290 AN ATLANTIC SOJOURN 30 MARCH – 15 APRIL 2016 per person twin share
BERMUDA • THE AZORES • SPAIN • FRANCE
ENGLAND Portsmouth England
St Malo France
Sete Cidades Crater Lakes, Ponta Delgada, the Azores
ATLANTIC OCEAN St George's La Coruna Bermuda Spain
Horta Azores Ponta Delgada Azores
Hamilton, Bermuda Mont Saint-Michel, St Malo, France
inerva departs from St George’s, the On to France, where St Malo awaits your YOUR CHOICE OF INCLUDED YOUR ITINERARY FARES PER PERSON MIN160330 M first permanent English settlement discovery. Founded in the 6th century as a SHORE EXCURSIONS YOUR CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS DATE PORT ARRIVE DEPART Cabin Type Standard Fare on an island where local culture merges monastic settlement, this intriguing walled St George’s Catamaran Sunset Sail, Famous 30 Mar St George’s, Bermuda In port • Stroll through the streets on with traditions from distant British and city was once notorious for piracy. Step back Balcony Suites from $9,800 Homes & Hideaways, Glass Bottom Boat 31 Mar St George’s, Bermuda In port 6.00pm Hamilton, the charming capital in time as you explore its cobbled streets or American shores. 1 Apr Cruise on Minerva Outside Cabins from $5,050 of Bermuda Sightseeing Tour Horta Caldeira Hike, Relax as you sail across the Atlantic Ocean venture further afield to discover Brittany’s 2 Apr Cruise on Minerva Caldeira & Capelinhos Vulcao Ponta Delgada Inside Cabins from $3,290 • Relax as you sail across the Atlantic impressive castles. Your cruise comes to an end towards your next destination, enjoying six Sete Cidades Crater Lakes, Fire Lake & Ribeira 3 Apr Cruise on Minerva Ocean, looking out for mammals as Minerva arrives in Portsmouth. 4 Apr Cruise on Minerva Standard prices for all categories are shown on pages 106-107. relaxing days at sea. Spend time listening to Grande La Coruna Santiago de Compostela, Reduced single supplements apply to selected cabin categories. and sea birds 5 Apr Cruise on Minerva your Guest Speakers’ fascinating talks and look Costa da Morte, La Coruna & Ferrol, La 6 Apr Cruise on Minerva • Discover the beautiful landscapes of out for the area’s intriguing marine life and YOUR GUEST SPEAKERS Coruna City St Malo St Malo Walking Tour, 7 Apr Horta, Azores 8.00am 5.30pm the gloriously isolated Azores sea birds. Guest Speakers on this cruise may discuss: Montmarin & Dinard, Castles in Brittany 8 Apr Ponta Delgada, Azores 8.00am 5.00pm • Follow the pilgrim route to The isolated Azores are your next port of Maritime History, Famous Navigators and the Optional Premium Shore Excursions available: 9 Apr Cruise on Minerva Santiago de Compostela call, boasting stunning landscapes and ancient History of Art. Horta Dolphin & Whale Watching Ponta 10 Apr Cruise on Minerva volcanoes. Step ashore in Horta, where you See pages 88-91 for biographical notes. Delgada Furnas 11 Apr Cruise on Minerva can enjoy dolphin and whale watching, and 12 Apr La Coruna, Spain 7.00am 4.00pm Ponta Delgada, which boasts spectacular 13 Apr Cruise on Minerva natural wonders including crater lakes. 14 Apr St Malo, France 1.00pm 6.00pm 15 Apr Portsmouth, England 8.00am In port Three days at sea offer time to relax and enjoy Minerva’s facilities as she sails towards This cruise can also be selected as one of Minerva’s La Coruna, a bustling city with a colourful Grand Voyages. Please see page 83. history. From here you can follow the pilgrim route to Santiago de Compostela, where you can stroll around the city’s UNESCO-listed Old Town. Santiago de Compestela, La Coruna
44 Call Swan Hellenic on 1800 OCEANS (623 267) or visit au.swanhellenic.com 45 From the White Sea to the Eastern Mediterranean April – November 2016
iscover diverse landscapes, stunning architecture and Da host of spectacular gardens on Minerva’s fascinating summer programme, which sees her sailing from Portsmouth’s historic shores to vibrant Cyprus. Join her as she cruises three of Europe’s finest waterways, transits the impressive Kiel Canal and embarks on her inaugural sailing from Kirkenes to the mysterious White Sea. Other highlights include Iceland’s fascinating culture, Norway’s mesmerising fjords, the beautiful landscapes of the Mediterranean and the numerous treasures of our own British Isles.
Arctic Cathedral, TromsØ, Norway
46 Call Swan Hellenic on 1800 OCEANS (623 267) or visit au.swanhellenic.com 47 14-day cruise from $4,480 TROIS-RIVIÈRES de FRANCE 15 APRIL – 28 APRIL 2016 per person twin share
CHANNEL ISLANDS • FRANCE
“Spring is when life’s alive in everything” Christina Rossetti (English Poet, 1830 – 1894)
Portsmouth England
Medoc region, Bordeaux St Peter Port Guernsey Rouen France
GIVERNY MONT ST MICHEL St Malo France Lorient France CARNAC STONES FRANCE Nantes France Garonne River
LA ROCHELLE La Pallice France
ST EMILION Bordeaux France
Tender port Terra Botanica, Nantes Bordeaux,Rouen, France France
ake in the splendid scenery along three where the ruins of old Roman roads lead to YOUR CHOICE OF INCLUDED YOUR ITINERARY FARES PER PERSON (AUD) MIN160415 fascinating rivers on this wonderful Vannes and Quimper. From St Malo, explore SHORE EXCURSIONS YOUR CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS T DATE PORT ARRIVE DEPART Cabin Type Standard Fare voyage where Minerva combines coastal the UNESCO-listed island commune of Mont Rouen Rouen City St Peter Port Guernsey Apr 15 Portsmouth, England 6.30pm • Sail the Loire, Seine and Garonne Balcony Suites from $11,140 cruising with journeys along the Loire, Saint-Michel and the charming Medieval town Apr 16 Rouen, France 1.30pm In port rivers as Minerva visits three Island Drive, German Military Occupation Seine and Garonne. of Dinan, set in a spectacular location on a Apr 17 Rouen, France In port 2.00pm fascinating French waterways Bordeaux Bordeaux City & Walk, St Emilion Outside Cabins from $6,010 hillside overlooking the River Rance, before Apr 18 St Peter Port, Guernsey 8.00am 5.00pm Departing from Portsmouth, sail across La Pallice La Rochelle City & Walk, Green Inside Cabins from $4,480 • Admire the beautiful returning to Portsmouth. Apr 19 Cruise on Minerva the English Channel to reach beautiful Venice Nantes Nantes City Tour, Terra landscapes and scenery of the Apr 20 Bordeaux, France 7.45am In port Standard prices for all categories are shown on pages 108-109 Rouen, where Minerva berths overnight. Botanica Lorient Quimper, Vannes St Malo picturesque Cognac region Apr 21 Bordeaux, France In port 7.00pm The magnificent Notre Dame Cathedral Town Walking Tour, Dinan & Dinard, Mont YOUR GUEST SPEAKERS Apr 22 La Pallice, France 8.00am 6.00pm • Enjoy plenty of time to explore awaits your discovery in the city, while St Michel Your Guest Speakers on this cruise include: Apr 23 Nantes, France 8.00am In port Bordeaux and Nantes as Minerva nearby Giverny is home to Monet’s famous Neil Taylor – 20th century political historian Optional Shore Excursions available: Apr 24 Nantes, France In port 6.00pm berths overnight in each port gardens. Your next port of call is Guernsey, and guidebook writer. Rouen Giverny, Monet’s Gardens Apr 25 Lorient, France 7.30am 10.00pm • Discover the UNESCO-listed island with its sandy bays, secret coves and cobbled Nantes Angers and Cointreau Tasting Apr 26 Cruise on Minerva Professor Christopher Andrew – commune of Mont Saint-Michel streets, before Minerva navigates the Seine Bordeaux Medoc, Vineyards and Chateau Apr 27 St Malo, France 8.00am 7.00pm Emeritus Professor of Modern & in the bay of St Malo to Bordeaux. With two full days in port, LaPallice Rochefort and Roche Courbon Apr 28 Portsmouth, England 8.00am you will have plenty of time to visit the Contemporary History, University of picturesque Medoc region, famed for its red Cambridge. wines. The beautifully preserved architecture See pages 92-95 for biographical notes. of La Rochelle is yours to discover before WORKSHOPS Minerva reaches Nantes, one of Europe’s most Art workshops will feature on this cruise. innovative cities. An overnight stay maximises your time ashore, offering a wonderful opportunity to discover Jardin des Plantes de Nantes – one of the most beautiful gardens in France. Your next destination is Lorient, from Mont St Michel, St Malo
48 Call Swan Hellenic on 1800 OCEANS (623 267) or visit au.swanhellenic.com 49 17-day cruise from $5,460 A BALTIC MASTERPIECE 28 APRIL – 14 MAY 2016 per person twin share
GERMANY • DENMARK • SWEDEN • RUSSIA • ESTONIA • POLAND
SWEDEN St Petersburg Russia VASA MUSEUM Stockholm PETERHOF PALACE Sweden Tallinn TALLINN HERMITAGE MUSEUM Visby Estonia OLD TOWN RUSSIA The Little Mermaid, Copenhagen Sweden ESTONIA
DENMARK BALTIC ROSKILDE Rønne SEA Copenhagen Denmark Denmark BORNHOLM ISLAND Gdynia Poland KIEL CANAL POLAND
Portsmouth GERMANY England
Tender port
Visby, Sweden Hermitage Museum, St Petersburg
eparting from Portsmouth, enjoy a Minerva makes a stop at Rønne, the largest YOUR CHOICE OF INCLUDED YOUR ITINERARY FARES PER PERSON (AUD) MIN160428 relaxing day at sea and a memorable town on the Danish island of Bornholm. SHORE EXCURSIONS YOUR CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS D DATE PORT ARRIVE DEPART Cabin Type Standard Fare transit of the Kiel Canal on board Minerva, Admire an array of 12th century round Copenhagen City Tour & Walk, Roskilde, Apr 28 Portsmouth, England 4.00pm • Admire the fairytale castle of Balcony Suites from $13,590 before reaching Copenhagen. Frederiksborg churches here before Minerva transits the Kiel Apr 29 Cruise on Minerva Frederiksborg in spectacular Frederiksborg Palace & Gardens Visby Palace and Hans Christian Anderson’s Canal en route to Portsmouth. Apr 30 Kiel Canal, Germany Copenhagen Gotland Drive & Visby Town Walk Outside Cabins from $7,330 iconic Little Mermaid statue are amongst Stockholm Vasa & the Old Town, Vikings & May 1 Copenhagen, Denmark 1.00pm 11.00pm • Explore the small but perfectly Inside Cabins from $5,460 the numerous treasures awaiting your YOUR GUEST SPEAKERS Gold, Independent Stockholm St Petersburg May 2 Cruise on Minerva formed Hanseatic town of Visby May 3 Visby, Sweden 7.00am 2.00pm Standard prices for all categories are shown on pages 108-109. discovery here. Peterhof Palace, State Hermitage Museum, Your Guest Speakers on this cruise include: May 4 Stockholm, Sweden 8.00am 5.00pm • Soak up the atmosphere in Another leisurely day at sea follows as Minerva Yusupov Palace, Walking in the Footsteps Caroline Holmes – Garden historian, May 5 Cruise on Minerva Gamla Stan, one of the largest areas of Peter the Great, St Petersburg City Drive sails towards the UNESCO-listed medieval May 6 St Petersburg, Russia 7.30am In port of medieval buildings in Europe lecturer, designer and author. city of Visby, where you can discover charming Tallinn City Drive & Walk, City Walk Gdynia May 7 St Petersburg, Russia In port 6.00pm • Two days in St Petersburg cobbled streets and ancient churches. Your Graham Archer CMG – Former Diplomat Hanseatic Gdansk & Oliwa Cathedral, May 8 Tallinn, Estonia 12.00pm 7.00pm to discover the many treasures next port of call is the unforgettable city and lecturer on current affairs. Panoramic Gdansk Rønne Bornholm Island May 9 Cruise on Minerva of the Russian Empire of Stockholm, a former Viking stronghold Andy Bunten – Independent wildlife Tour, Rønne Town Walk, Independent Rønne May 10 Gdynia, Poland 7.00am 2.00pm • Experience a daytime transit that now serves as Sweden’s bustling centre consultant. Optional Shore Excursions available: May 11 Rønne, Denmark 7.30am 1.30pm of the Kiel Canal, which of arts and culture. On to St Petersburg, See pages 92-95 for biographical notes. Stockholm Drottingholm Palace May 12 Kiel Canal, Germany May 13 Cruise on Minerva stretches across 60 scenic miles where you will have two full days to delve WORKSHOPS St Petersburg Evening Ballet or Concert into the rich and colourful history of Russia’s May 14 Portsmouth, England 7.30am Art & Craft workshops will feature on Performance, Hermitage Gold, Country imperial capital. Enjoy the must-see highlights this cruise. Palaces of the Romanovs Russian visa required if wishing to go ashore including the fascinating Hermitage Museum independently at any time. A group visit is included Yoga – Mary Dalby and glittering Peterhof Palace, before Minerva when ashore on a ship organised excursion. Please see sets her sights on Tallinn, Estonia’s capital city page 98 for details. with an intriguing Soviet past. From Gdynia, explore the unique Polish city of Gdansk, one of the amber centres of the world. Finally, Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Tallinn
50 Call Swan Hellenic on 1800 OCEANS (623 267) or visit au.swanhellenic.com 51 14-day cruise from $5,360 14 MAY – 27 MAY 2016 GLORIOUS GARDENS and the per person twin share CHELSEA FLOWER SHOW In partnership with RHS Garden Holidays
ENGLAND • FRANCE • CHANNEL ISLANDS • NETHERLANDS
Rotterdam Netherlands NETHERLANDS
CHELSEA London England FLOWER SHOW
Portsmouth England
St Peter Port Honfleur Guernsey France GIVERNY Caen France Garden display, Chelsea Flower Show CHATEAU MONT ST MICHEL OF TREVAREZ St Malo France Douarnenez France FRANCE
Nantes France JARDIN DES PLANTES DE NANTES
Tender port New Ports Chelsea Flower Show, London Tower Bridge, London
inerva departs the historic city of Bayeux, home to the UNESCO-listed tapestry. YOUR CHOICE OF INCLUDED YOUR ITINERARY FARES PER PERSON (AUD) MIN160514 Portsmouth and heads south to Minerva makes a maiden call to Rotterdam YOUR CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS M SHORE EXCURSIONS DATE PORT ARRIVE DEPART Cabin Type Standard Fare discover glorious gardens and medieval next. Among cutting-edge architecture admire Honfleur Rouen, Giverny, Honfleur & Pays May 14 Portsmouth, England 5.00pm • Cruise designed in partnership Balcony Suites from $12,930 treasures on a cruise which culminates in a Sint Laurenskerk Church and Trompenburg May 15 Honfleur, France 8.00am 7.00pm with the Royal Horticultural D’Auge St Malo Dinan & Dinard, St Malo visit to the Chelsea Flower Show. Tuinen & Arboretum, home to a surprising May 16 St Malo, France 12.00pm 8.00pm Society and featuring a range of Walking Tour, Nantes Nantes City Tour, Outside Cabins from $7,060 collection of trees, shrubs and plants. Twenty May 17 Cruise on Minerva garden‑themed excursions From charming Honfleur, Monet’s famed Terra Botanica Douarnenez Douarnenez Inside Cabins from $5,360 gardens at Giverny and Gothic Rouen are years after her naming ceremony Minerva City Tour, Chateau of Trevarez St Peter May 18 Nantes, France 6.00am 5.00pm • Stroll amongst the picturesque returns to London. A two-night stay allows May 19 Douarnenez (Quimper), France 7.30am 4.00pm Standard prices for all categories are shown on pages 108- within reach, while the rocky island of Mont Port Gardens of Guernsey, Guernsey Island 109.W gardens of impressionist painter May 20 St Peter Port, Guernsey 12.00pm 7.00pm Saint Michel awaits discovery from St Malo. you to fully explore the colourful exhibits on Drive Caen Bayeux, Caen Peace Memorial Claude Monet in Giverny May 21 Caen, France 9.30am 9.30pm A superb example of French formal-style display during an included visit to the iconic Rotterdam Gouda Walking Tour, Kinderdijk May 22 Cruise on Minerva • Explore La Ville Intra-Muros, the gardens are on display at Les Jardins du Chelsea Flower Show. Tour London Chelsea Flower Show, Tower of May 23 Rotterdam, Netherlands 8.00am 9.00pm ancient walled city of St Malo Montmarin. After a day at sea you will reach London, Riverboat & London Eye May 24 London (Greenwich), England 3.30pm In port YOUR GUEST SPEAKER • Minerva makes two maiden calls – to Nantes, home to the Jardin des Plantes de Optional Shore Excursions available: May 25 London (Greenwich), England In port In port Douarnenez and Rotterdam Nantes and gateway to Parc Oriental de Your Guest Speaker on this cruise: St Malo Montmarion Nantes Loire Valley May 26 London (Greenwich), England In port 4.00am Maulevrier, whose exotic plants represent • Admire flowers and garden vegetables Christine Skelmersdale – Managing Director Chateau Caen Normandy & the D-Day May 27 Portsmouth, England 6.30am stages of life from spring blooms to the rich at the glorious Victorian Walled Garden of Broadleigh Gardens and lecturer on Landing beaches colours of autumn. A call at Douarnenez in Guernsey’s Saumarez Park gardening and wild plants. allows time to take in St Corentin Cathedral • Sail down the River Thames for a and the restored gardens at nearby Chateau de See pages 92-95 for biographical notes. two-night stay in London Trevarez. The royal fortress of Castle Cornet WORKSHOPS • Included entrance to the Chelsea has stood guard for nearly eight centuries Craft workshops will feature on this cruise. Flower Show – perhaps the most over St Peter Port, one of Europe’s prettiest famous horticultural show in the world towns. In Caen, the castle of William the Conqueror hosted the Dukes of Normandy and Kings of England. It’s also the gateway to Monet’s Garden, Giverny
52 Call Swan Hellenic on 1800 OCEANS (623 267) or visit au.swanhellenic.com 53 15-day cruise from $4,290 AN ICELANDIC QUEST 27 MAY – 10 JUNE 2016 per person twin share
ISLE OF MAN • ICELAND • FAROE ISLANDS • SHETLAND ISLANDS
WEST MYVATN BATHS FJORDS Isafjordur Iceland “So they put to sea, and have Iceland in their mind’s eye.” Husavik Iceland The Saga of Gisli the Outlaw, c13th century Reykjavik ICELAND Iceland THINGVELLIR NATIONAL PARK
Heimaey Iceland Torshavn Faroe Islands
MOUSA Lerwick ISLAND Shetland Islands
Douglas Isle of Man SNAEFELL MOUNTAIN RAILWAY
Portsmouth England
Reykjavik, Iceland Tender port
mbark Minerva in Portsmouth and After a day cruising, the Faroe Islands and the YOUR CHOICE OF INCLUDED YOUR ITINERARY FARES PER PERSON (AUD) MIN160527 enjoy a day at sea as she journeys north former Viking settlement of ‘Thor’s Harbour’ YOUR CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS E SHORE EXCURSIONS DATE PORT ARRIVE DEPART Cabin Type Standard Fare or Torshavn come into view. Distinctive grass- to the unique and dramatic landscapes Douglas Island Highlights, Victorian Railway May 27 Portsmouth, England 4.00pm • Delve deep into the diverse culture roofed houses are a delightful first sight as Balcony Suites from $10,680 of Iceland. & Snaefell Heimaey Circumnavigation of May 28 Cruise on Minerva of the Isle of Man, where Viking and you step ashore in one of the world’s smallest Cross the Irish Sea to step ashore in Douglas. Heimaey, Heimaey Island Tour Reykjavik May 29 Douglas, Isle of Man 8.30am 5.00pm Outside Cabins from $5,760 Celtic roots are firmly embedded capitals. Minerva’s final port, as she heads back Take a journey back in time on the Snaefell Reykjavik City of Culture, Thingvellir Hike, May 30 Cruise on Minerva to Portsmouth, is Lerwick in the Shetland Inside Cabins from $4,290 • Explore volcanic Heimaey, in the Mountain Railway or travel through glorious May 31 Cruise on Minerva Islands. Waterfront buildings made of sandstone Scenic Drive & Viking Museum Isafjordur remote Westmann archipelago countryside aboard the original Victorian and Jun 1 Heimaey, Iceland 8.00am 4.00pm Standard prices for all categories are shown on pages 108-109. date back to the 18th century, while the Life & Culture in the West Fjords, Vigor • Step ashore in Reykjavik, the Edwardian rolling stock of the Manx Electric Jun 2 Reykjavik, Iceland 7.00am 5.00pm uninhabited island of Mousa is guarded by an Island, Husavik Myvatn Baths, Scenic Drive most northerly capital in the world Railway. Minerva’s first call in Icelandic waters is Jun 3 Isafjordur, Iceland 12.00pm 7.00pm impressive Iron Age tower. Torshavn Torshavn Panorama, Coastal Heimaey. Admire the towering shadowy peaks Jun 4 Husavik, Iceland 12.00pm 7.00pm • Visit picturesque Husavik, Iceland’s Villages & Spectacular Scenery Lerwick of Eldfell and Helgafell on the only inhabited Jun 5 Cruise on Minerva whale-watching capital Western Shetland Drive, Mousa Island island in the Westmann archipelago before YOUR GUEST SPEAKERS Jun 6 Torshavn, Faroe Islands 11.00am 6.00pm • Discover the remote Faroe Islands, Optional Shore Excursions available: Jun 7 Lerwick, Shetland Islands 2.30pm 8.00pm sailing to Reykjavik. Iceland’s vibrant capital Your Guest Speakers on this cruise include: where grass-roofed houses nestle is a city of bold contrasts. It is your gateway Reykjavik The Golden Circle Husavik Jun 8 Cruise on Minerva amongst rugged scenery to the Golden Circle where sites include the Dr Colleen Batey – Senior Lecturer in Whale Watching Isafjordur Glacier Fjords & Jun 9 Cruise on Minerva Jun 10 Portsmouth, England 7.00am UNESCO-listed Thingvellir National Park, Archaeology at the University of Glasgow. Hesteyri Torshavn Vestmanna Boat Trip the point where Europe meets America at the Peter Mawby – Wildlife lecturer, ornithologist continental divide. Sitting on the edge of the and research ecologist. Arctic is the isolated town of Isafjordur. Learn See pages 92-95 for biographical notes. about life here and look out for an array of bird WORKSHOPS species on Vigur Island. Minerva continues to Art – Carolyn King Husavik, a quaint harbour town and Europe’s Craft & Embroidery – Karin Bucannan whale-watching capital. Admire colourful BRIDGE houses, snow-capped peaks and perhaps take Organised bridge will feature on this cruise. a dip in the geothermal Myvatn Nature Baths. Torshavn, Faroe Islands
54 Call Swan Hellenic on 1800 OCEANS (623 267) or visit au.swanhellenic.com 55 GRAND NORWEGIAN FJORDS and WHITE SEA 10 JUNE – 10 JULY 2016 31-day cruise
Grand Voyage NORWAY • RUSSIA he ultimate combination of our voyages, T‘Fjordlands and Arctic Norway’ and ‘Hidden White Sea and Norse Discovery’. Honningsvaag Norway
Hammerfest Tromsø Norway Leknes Norway Norway Kirkenes Svolvaer Murmansk Norway Norway Russia
NORWAY Solovetsky Russia Arkhangelsk Trondheim Norway Russia Ålesund Norway Kristiansund Norway RUSSIA Maloy Norway Florø Norway Geiranger Norway Bergen Norway Flåm Norway Haugesund Norway
Portsmouth England Tender port New ports
rom Portsmouth, Minerva heads to FARES PER PERSON (AUD) MIN160610A FBergen’s Bryggen waterfront and makes Including Shore Excursions and Gratuities her maiden call in Maloy. Cruise past snow- Cabin Type Standard Fare covered mountains to Kristiansund, located at Balcony Suites from $23,830 the start of the Atlantic Road, before arriving Outside Cabins from $12,675 in picturesque Svolvaer, lively Tromso and culturally diverse Hammerfest. An overnight Inside Cabins from $9,405 stay in Honningsvaag gives you the chance Standard prices for all categories are shown on pages 108-109. to witness the Midnight Sun. From Kirkenes, gateway to the East, Minerva makes her inaugural sailing to the White Sea, where she calls at intriguing Arkhangelsk, historic Solovetsky and Murmansk where you can visit the worlds first nuclear-powered icebreaker. Discover the fishing village of Nusfjord from Leknes, and delve into Norway’s history at Trondheim. Fascinating Alesund and pretty Floro await your discovery before Minerva finally reaches historic Haugesund. Full details for both itineraries can be found on pages 58-61 of this brochure. Russian visa required if wishing to go ashore independently at any time. Please see page 98 for details. Flåm, Norway Trondheim, Norway Solovetsky Monastery, Russia
56 Call Swan Hellenic on 1800 OCEANS (623 267) or visit au.swanhellenic.com 57 14-day cruise from $3,800 FJORDLANDS and ARCTIC NORWAY 10 JUNE – 23 JUNE 2016 per person twin share\
NORWAY
Honningsvaag Norway Tromsø Norway NORTH CAPE Hammerfest ARCTIC Norway CATHEDRAL Kirkenes Norway Svolvaer Norway
Arctic Cathedral, Tromsø NORWAY
ATLANTIC ROAD Kristiansund Norway SELJA MONASTERY Maloy Norway Geiranger Norway Flåm Norway Bergen Norway FLÅM RAILWAY
Portsmouth England
New ports Svolvaer, Norway Geiranger fjord, Norway
oin Minerva in historic Portsmouth whose incredible Arctic Cathedral was inspired YOUR CHOICE OF INCLUDED YOUR ITINERARY FARES PER PERSON (AUD) MIN160610 and enjoy two days at sea to relax and by towering Norwegian landscapes, and where YOUR CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS J SHORE EXCURSIONS DATE PORT ARRIVE DEPART Cabin Type Standard Fare listen to the insights of your Guest Speakers tales of Arctic expeditions unfold in the Polar Bergen City Walk & Funicular, Historic Jun 10 Portsmouth, England 5.00pm • Discover the Hanseatic heritage along as you cruise towards Norway and its Museum. Traditional Sami culture is strongly Balcony Suites from $9,880 Bergen Flåm Flåm Railway, Aurlandsfjord Jun 11 Cruise on Minerva Bergen’s colourful waterfront spectacular treasures. preserved in Hammerfest, from where Minerva Scenic Drive Maloy Selja Monastery, Jun 12 Cruise on Minerva Outside Cabins from $5,190 • Experience the beauty of the most heads to Honningvsaag. An overnight stay Your first call is Bergen, whose UNESCO-listed Round Trip of Vagsoy Geiranger Storseter Jun 13 Bergen, Norway 8.00am 5.00pm famous fjord in Norway as you sail and a visit to the North Cape give the unique Inside Cabins from $3,800 Bryggen waterfront is a colourful reminder of & Westeras Hike, Mount Dalsnibba Jun 14 Flåm, Norway 7.30am 7.00pm towards the village of Geiranger the town’s importance as part of the Hanseatic opportunity to witness the astonishing natural Jun 15 Maloy, Norway 12.00pm 6.00pm Standard prices for all categories are shown on pages 108-109. Kristiansund Atlantic Road, Averoy & Stave League. Ride the funicular to the top of Mount spectacle of the Midnight Sun. Minerva’s final Jun 16 Geiranger, Norway 8.30am 5.30pm • Marvel at the dramatic scenery of Church Svolvaer Vikings & Vistas, Trollfjord Floyen for superb views, and enjoy a melodic port of call is Kirkenes. Influenced by Finnish Jun 17 Kristiansund, Norway 7.00am 6.00pm the remote Lofoten Islands Boat Tour Tromsø Arctic Cathedral, Polar recital at the home of Edvard Grieg. Board the and Russian cultures, the capital of the Barents Jun 18 Cruise on Minerva • The daring feats of Arctic explorers Museum & Gardens Hammerfest Finnmark Flåm Railway for a captivating train journey Region is your gateway to the East. Jun 19 Svolvaer (Lofoten Islands), 8.00am 5.00pm come into focus on a visit to the Panoramic, Hammerfest & the Museum of Norway through one of Norway’s most wild and Jun 20 Tromsø, Norway 8.30am 5.30pm Polar Museum in Tromsø magnificent valleys before a maiden call in Maloy. YOUR GUEST SPEAKERS Reconstruction Honningsvaag North Cape Jun 21 Hammerfest, Norway 7.00am 12.00pm • Overnight in Honningsvaag, An important fishing port, it is also gateway to Experience, Mageroya Island Your Guest Speakers on this cruise include: Jun 21 Honningsvaag, Norway 7.00pm In port gateway to the North Cape, and the island of Selja and its 11th century monastery. Optional Shore Excursions available: Professor Jeremy Black MBE – Jun 22 Honningsvaag, Norway In port 1.00pm witness the natural phenomenon Enjoy stunning views of snow-capped mountains Bergen Grieg’s House & Recital Kristiansund Professor of History, University of Exeter Jun 23 Kirkenes, Norway 6.00am of the Midnight Sun and thundering waterfalls as you cruise Norway’s The Island of Grip Honningsvaag King Crab awe-inspiring Geirgangerfjord. After a visit to Sir Richard Dales KCVO – Former Experience, Bird Safari by Boat the diminutive village of Geiranger Minerva Ambassador to Norway This cruise also features in one of Minerva’s Grand calls in coastal Kristiansund from where you can See pages 92-95 for biographical notes. Voyages. Please see pages 56-57 experience the incredible Atlantic Road, which WORKSHOPS twists its way across low bridges jutting out to Art – Jacqui Petrie sea. Admire the glacial rock formations and the BRIDGE breathtaking beaches of Svolvaer in the Lofoten archipelago before continuing to Tromsø, Organised bridge will feature on this cruise. North Cape, Norway
58 Call Swan Hellenic on 1800 OCEANS (623 267) or visit au.swanhellenic.com 59 18-day cruise from $6,100 HIDDEN WHITE SEA and 23 JUNE – 10 JULY 2016 per person twin share NORSE DISCOVERY
NORWAY • RUSSIA
Kirkenes Leknes Norway Norway Murmansk Russia
SOLOVETSKY MONASTERY NORWAY Assumption Church, Arkhangelsk, Russia Solovetsky NIDAROS CATHEDRAL Russia Arkhangelsk Trondheim Norway Russia RUSSIA Ålesund Norway Florø Norway
Haugesund Norway SKUDENES HARBOUR
Portsmouth England Tender port New ports Alesha Memorial, Murmansk, Russia Solovetsky Monastery, Russia
oin Minerva on her inaugural sailing at Ålesund, a fascinating city that was rebuilt YOUR CHOICE OF INCLUDED YOUR ITINERARY FARES PER PERSON (AUD) MIN160623 from Kirkenes to the White Sea, following a huge fire in the early 20th century. SHORE EXCURSIONS YOUR CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS J DATE PORT ARRIVE DEPART Cabin Type Standard Fare where she calls at the intriguing city of Minerva’s journey continues as she sails to the Arkhangelsk City Tour & Fine Art Jun 23 Kirkenes, Norway 10.30pm • Join Minerva on her inaugural Balcony Suites from $15,200 Arkhangelsk, Russia’s only seaport in charming fishing village of Florø before finally Jun 24 Cruise on Minerva sailing from Kirkenes to the Museum, Panoramic Tour Solovetsky the 17th century. The city later became a reaching Haugesund, a destination rich in Jun 25 Cruise on Minerva enigmatic White Sea Islands Solovetsky Monastery, Sekirnaya Outside Cabins from $8,150 popular centre for Arctic exploration. captivating history that dates back to the days Jun 26 Arkhangelsk, Russia 6.00am 3.00pm Hill Murmansk Highlights & Museum of Inside Cabins from $6,100 • Arkhangelsk and Murmansk, of the Vikings. Jun 27 Solovetsky Islands, Russia 8.00am 3.30pm Your next ports of call are are the remote Northern Fleet, Panoramic Tour Leknes key destinations for the Arctic Jun 28 Cruise on Minerva Standard prices for all categories are shown on pages 108-109. Solovetsky Islands, where a spectacular 15th Viking Museum & Scenic Drive, Nusfjord convoys of World War II Jun 29 Murmansk, Russia 8.30am 6.00pm century monastery awaits, and Murmansk, YOUR GUEST SPEAKERS & Museum Trondheim Trondheim City & Jun 30 Cruise on Minerva • Discover the remote, UNESCO- Cathedral Ålesund City Sightseeing, Islands home to Lenin, the world’s first nuclear- Your Guest Speakers on this cruise include: Jul 1 Cruise on Minerva listed Solovetsky Islands of Giske & Godoy Florø Sunnfjord Museum powered icebreaker. Launched in 1957, she Rear Admiral John Lippiett CB MBE – Jul 2 Leknes (Lofoten), Norway 8.00am 6.30pm • Take time to explore Norway’s was used to clear sea routes for cargo ships Chief Executive of the Mary Rose Trust. & Waterfall, Florø and Coastal Museum Jul 3 Cruise on Minerva first capital, Trondheim along Russia’s northern coast, and now Haugesund Viking History Museum, Jul 4 Trondheim, Norway 8.00am 5.00pm Sir Richard Dales KCVO CMG – Former serves as a fascinating museum ship. Enjoy Skudenes Harbour Jul 5 Ålesund, Norway 12.00pm 10.00pm • Ålesund, whose striking Art Ambassador to Norway. Nouveau architecture stretches two leisurely days at sea as Minerva sets her Optional Shore Excursions available: Jul 6 Florø, Norway 7.00am 1.30pm The Rt Revd Tim Stevens – Former Bishop Jul 7 Haugesund, Norway 7.00am 5.00pm across three islands sights on the beautiful shores of Norway. Arkhangelsk Pomorya Architecture Treasury From Leknes, the picturesque and perfectly of Leicester. Jul 8 Cruise on Minerva • This cruise can be combined with Murmansk The Ice Breaker 'Lenin' preserved fishing village of Nusfjord can be See pages 92-95 for biographical notes. Jul 9 Cruise on Minerva ‘Fjordlands & Arctic Norway’ for This cruise also features in one of Minerva's Grand Jul 10 Portsmouth, England 7.00am reached, while Trondheim offers chances to WORKSHOPS the exciting Grand Voyage, ‘Grand Voyages. Please see pages 56-57. delve into the rich history of Norway’s original Norwegian Fjords and White Sea’ Art – Jacqui Petrie Passengers wishing to go ashore in Russia capital. Here, you can also visit the magnificent Craft – Jane Matthews independently require a Russian visa, which must Nidaros Cathedral, built over the burial site be obtained prior to departure. Please see page 98 of St Olaf – the Norwegian Viking King who for details. became patron saint of Norway. Stunning Art Nouveau architecture awaits your discovery Lofoten Islands
60 Call Swan Hellenic on 1800 OCEANS (623 267) or visit au.swanhellenic.com 61 12-day cruise from $3,310 HIGHLANDS, ISLANDS 10 JULY – 21 JULY 2016 per person twin share and the EMERALD ISLE In partnership with National Trust
CHANNEL ISLANDS • ISLES OF SCILLY • WALES • SCOTLAND ISLE OF MAN • IRELAND
Stornoway Outer Hebrides “To sit in the shade on a fine day and look upon CALLANISH STONES verdure is the most perfect refreshment” Jane Austen (English writer, 1775 – 1817) SCOTLAND Oban Highlands GLENCOE
BRODICK CASTLE Lamlash Isle of Arran
SNAEFELL Douglas Isle of Man Pembroke Castle, Wales
IRELAND ENGLAND
WATERFORD CRYSTAL WALES Waterford Ireland Fishguard Wales Portsmouth England
TRESCO ABBEY St Mary's GARDENS Isles of Scilly St Peter Port Guernsey Tender port New ports Lamlash, Isle of Arran, Scotland St Peter Port, Guernsey
eparting Portsmouth Minerva first exploration, or take a scenic drive to discover YOUR CHOICE OF INCLUDED YOUR ITINERARY FARES PER PERSON (AUD) MIN160710 sets her sights on the Channel Island the romance of Glencoe. Follow in the SHORE EXCURSIONS YOUR CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS D DATE PORT ARRIVE DEPART Cabin Type Standard Fare of Guernsey and its charming capital, St footsteps of Robert Bruce, who took refuge St Peter Port Guernsey Island Drive, German Jul 10 Portsmouth, England 6.30pm Balcony Suites from $8,970 Peter Port. Here, Castle Cornet, an ancient from the English in 1307 on the Isle of Arran, Military Occupation St Mary’s Tresco Jul 11 St Peter Port, Guernsey 8.00am 4.00pm with Brodick Castle offering a glimpse of the • Discover Guernsey's charming oft-besieged royal fortress still stands proud Abbey Gardens, Fishguard A Taste of Wales, Jul 12 St Mary's, Isles of Scilly 8.00am 5.00pm Outside Cabins from $4,850 and private gardens offer a tranquil retreat. quintessential Victorian Highland estate. In Jul 13 Fishguard, Wales 8.00am 5.00pm capital, St Peter Port Pembroke Castle & South Wales, St David's Inside Cabins from $3,310 Douglas discover the Isle of Man’s 10,000- Jul 14 Cruise on Minerva St Mary’s is the Isles of Scilly’s largest island Visitor Centre & Peninsula Stornoway Lewis • Minerva makes her maiden Jul 15 Stornoway, Standard prices for all categories are shown on pages 108-109. year history within the Manx Museum before 8.00am 7.00pm call to Fishguard, gateway and a haven of hidden treasures. Discover a & Callanish Stones, Great Bernera Oban Outer Hebrides, Scotland Minerva finally heads to Waterford, Ireland’s to beautiful rural Wales and coastline of deserted white sandy beaches and Inveraray Castle & Gardens, Glencoe Scenic Jul 16 Oban, Scotland 8.30am 7.00pm oldest city which is famed for its intricate Drive Island Panoramic, Brodick Jul 17 Lamlash, St David's Peninsula dramatic rocky coves and head off the beaten Lamlash 8.30am 6.00pm hand-cut crystal, produced here since 1783. Isle of Arran, Scotland track to explore nature trails rife with diverse Castle Douglas Victorian Railway & Snaefell, • A further maiden call is made to Jul 18 Douglas, Isle of Man 7.00am 3.00pm wildlife. Minerva then makes a maiden call Island Highlights Waterford Scenic Drive & Lamlash, on the Isle of Arran, one of Jul 19 Waterford, Ireland 7.00am 6.15pm in Fishguard, gateway to St David’s, Wales’ YOUR GUEST SPEAKERS Waterford Crystal, Rural Ireland & Jerpoint the most southerly Scottish islands Jul 20 Cruise on Minerva Abbey spiritual home and birthplace of their patron Your Guest Speakers on this cruise may discuss Jul 21 Portsmouth, England 7.00am • Explore Brodick Castle, dramatically saint. Explore Pembroke Castle, a mighty History, Wildlife, Celtic and Gaelic Traditions Optional Shore Excursions available: set against Goatfell Mountain stone fortification idyllically set on the banks of and Horticulture. St Peter Port Private Gardens of Guernsey • Step back in time amongst the the River Cleddau. See pages 92-95 for biographical notes. St Mary’s Marine Safari Oban Kerrera Hike Megalithic Callanish Stones on the After a day at sea you can step ashore in WORKSHOPS Isle of Lewis in the Outer Hebrides Stornoway in the Outer Hebrides, a remote Craft workshops will feature on this cruise. – an idyllic island chain sitting on archipelago where the Megalithic Callanish the edge of Europe Stones stand testament to its occupation since • Step ashore in picturesque Waterford, prehistoric times. En route to Oban, you famed for its exquisite hand-cut crystal will pass by an unspoilt landscape of islands, hidden glens and bays. Inverary Castle invites St Mary's, Isles of Scilly
62 Call Swan Hellenic on 1800 OCEANS (623 267) or visit au.swanhellenic.com 63 14-day cruise from $4,290 IBERIAN MARITIME ADVENTURE 21 JULY – 3 AUGUST 2016 per person twin share
CHANNEL ISLANDS • PORTUGAL • SPAIN • FRANCE
Portsmouth England
CASTLE CORNET St Peter Port Guernsey MONT ST MICHEL St Malo France FRANCE
Cadiz, Spain
La Coruna Spain SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA
Oporto Portugal SPAIN
PORTUGAL JERONIMOS MONASTERY Lisbon Portugal
Seville Spain CORDOBA
Cadiz Spain Tender port Jeronimos Monastery, Lisbon Tall Ships Festival
mbark Minerva in the historic naval route leads to Santiago de Compostela, whose YOUR CHOICE OF INCLUDED YOUR ITINERARY FARES PER PERSON (AUD) MIN160721 city of Portsmouth to begin your famed cathedral, is reputed to be the burial YOUR CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS w SHORE EXCURSIONS DATE PORT ARRIVE DEPART Cabin Type Standard Fare exciting voyage, which coincides with the place of the apostle Saint James the Great. St Peter Port Guernsey Island Drive, Jul 21 Portsmouth, England 6.30pm • Enjoy an early morning Balcony Suites from $10,680 diamond anniversary celebrations of the Minerva’s final port of call is St Malo, an Jul 22 St Peter Port, Guernsey 7.30am 3.00pm cruise towards Lisbon, taking in Walking Tour & Castle Cornet Lisbon City traditional Tall Ships race. attractive walled city with fortifications dating Jul 23 Cruise on Minerva fantastic views of the impressive Tour & Jeronimos Monastery, Gulbenkian Outside Cabins from $5,760 Your first port of call is St Peter Port, back to the 12th century. From here, you can Jul 24 Cruise on Minerva Belem Tower and the unique Museum Seville Seville Cathedral & Alcazar Inside Cabins from $4,290 Guernsey’s charming capital. Explore the discover the fascinating Benedictine abbey of Jul 25 Lisbon, Portugal 7.30am 5.30pm Monument of Discoveries Walk, Cordoba Cadiz Jerez & Alcazar, town’s cobbled streets and pretty marina, and Mont St Michel, once a significant pilgrimage Jul 26 Scenic river cruise/Seville 11.59pm In port Standard prices for all categories are shown on pages 108-109. Cadiz Walking Tour Oporto Panoramic • Trace the architectural links delve into the history of this fascinating island, destination, before returning to Portsmouth. Jul 27 Seville, Spain In port 11.30pm Drive, Guimaraes La Coruna Santiago de between North Africa and Moorish which was occupied during the Second World Jul 28 Cadiz, Spain 12.30pm 7.00pm Compostela, La Coruna City St Malo Dinan Andalucia in Seville War. Minerva continues to Lisbon, from where YOUR GUEST SPEAKERS Jul 29 Cruise on Minerva & Dinard, St Malo Walking Tour Jul 30 Oporto, Portugal 7.00am 1.30pm • Uncover the intriguing history of the UNESCO-listed Jeronimos Monastery, Your Guest Speakers on this cruise may discuss which holds the tomb of Vasco da Gama, can Optional Shore Excursions available: Jul 31 La Coruna, Spain 8.30am 4.30pm charming Cadiz Tall Ships and Maritime History, French, Lisbon Queluz National Palace Oporto Aug 1 Cruise on Minerva be reached. Enjoy a day at sea as Minerva Spanish and Portuguese Culture and Moorish • Admire UNESCO-listed Oporto, sets her sights on Spain, navigating the Rio Oporto Heritage La Coruna Betanzos Aug 2 St Malo, France 8.30am 4.00pm Architecture. which boasts an array of historic gems Guadalquivir to Seville. Discover this beautiful Aug 3 Portsmouth, England 7.00am dating back to the 4th century city’s rich flamenco culture and operatic WORKSHOPS • Witness the impressive fortifications heritage before sailing o Cadiz. Believed to be Art – Matthew Phinn of St Malo, founded in the 6th century the oldest continuously inhabited settlement in Craft – Basia Zarzycka Europe, the city boasts an intriguing maritime as a monastic settlement BRIDGE past, while nearby Jerez is famous worldwide • Join the celebrations for the Tall Organised bridge will feature on this cruise. for its sherry production. On to Oporto, an Ships Festival’s diamond anniversary historic city with a maze of cobbled streets in Lisbon and Cadiz and a host of medieval gems. Step back in FEATURED GUEST time as you explore its UNESCO-listed Professor Gervase Phinn – old town, where intriguing structures with Professor, Author, Poet, Radio and colourful façades huddle around charming TV Broadcaster Oporto, Portugal squares. From La Coruna, an ancient pilgrim
64 Call Swan Hellenic on 1800 OCEANS (623 267) or visit au.swanhellenic.com 65 14-day cruise from $5,070 CELTIC TRADITIONS and 3 AUGUST – 16 AUGUST 2016 per person twin share EDINBURGH’S TATTOO In partnership with National Trust
ENGLAND • CHANNEL ISLANDS • WALES • IRELAND • SCOTLAND
Scrabster CASTLE Caithness Stornoway OF MEY Outer Hebrides CALLANISH STONES
SCOTLAND Edinburgh (Port Rosyth) Scotland Greenock Scotland EDINBURGH CASTLE Port of Tyne Loch Lomond, Greenock HADRIAN'S England WALL
Dublin Ireland ENGLAND POWERSCOURT GARDENS IRELAND WALES TREDEGAR Cardiff HOUSE Wales Portsmouth England
St Peter Port Guernsey
Tender port Edinburgh Castle Edinburgh Military Tattoo
xperience the pomp of the world- military pageantry with a fabulous fireworks YOUR CHOICE OF INCLUDED YOUR ITINERARY FARES PER PERSON (AUD) MIN160803 famous Edinburgh Military Tattoo finale. Over the border in Port of Tyne SHORE EXCURSIONS YOUR CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS E DATE PORT ARRIVE DEPART Cabin Type Standard Fare during a voyage overflowing with cultural amidst the rugged Northumberland hills St Peter Port Guernsey Island Drive Cardiff Aug 3 Portsmouth, England 6.30pm Balcony Suites from $12,230 and historical highlights. lies UNESCO-listed Hadrian’s Wall. Enjoy a Cardiff Castle & Dyffryn Gardens, Tredegar Aug 4 St Peter Port, Guernsey 8.00am 7.30pm walk along the best-preserved frontier of the • Explore the fascinating 17th Your first stop is St Peter Port, the picturesque House Dublin Powerscourt Gardens & Aug 5 Cruise on Minerva Outside Cabins from $6,680 Roman Empire. Aug 6 Cardiff, Wales 7.00am 5.00pm century Tredegar House, one of the capital of Guernsey. Minerva then sails to the Dublin Panorama, Dublin City Walk, Inside Cabins from $5,070 Aug 7 Dublin, Ireland 8.00am 10.00pm architectural wonders of Wales lively Welsh capital of Cardiff, from where you Greenock Loch Lomond Scenic Drive, Clyde Aug 8 Greenock, Scotland 11.30am 10.00pm Standard prices for all categories are shown on pages 108-109. can visit Tredegar House, a stunning example Coast Stornoway Callanish Stones, Carloway • Admire the magnificent Georgian YOUR GUEST SPEAKERS Aug 9 Cruise on Minerva of a Restoration mansion. County Wicklow is Broch & Black House Village Scrabster architecture which lends elegance to Your Guest Speakers on this cruise include: Aug 10 Stornoway, Scotland 7.00am 7.00pm known as the ‘Garden of Ireland’, evident at Castle of Mey, Dunnet Head & John o’Groats Dublin’s Merrion Square, St Stephen’s Professor Ian Beckett FRHistS Aug 11 Scrabster, Scotland 7.00am 5.00pm the exquisite Italian Garden at Powerscourt Rosyth Edinburgh Tattoo, Edinburgh Castle Green and Trinity College – Professor of Military History, Aug 12 Rosyth, Scotland 1.30pm In port House. Soak up more outstanding scenery & City Drive, Hopetoun House, Port of Tyne • Discover the protected flora and University of Kent. Aug 13 Rosyth, Scotland In port 6.30pm from Greenock, your gateway to Loch Hadrian’s Wall & Roman Fort, Durham Dales, Aug 14 Port of Tyne, England 8.00am 5.00pm fauna of the unspoilt Outer Hebrides Lomond, and cruise to Stornoway in the The Most Rev’d Dr Barry Morgan – Wallington Aug 15 Cruise on Minerva • Overnight in Scotland’s capital The Archbishop of Wales Outer Hebrides, whose intriguing heritage Optional Shore Excursions available: Aug 16 Portsmouth, England 7.00am for the chance to explore the city See pages 92-95 for biographical notes. has been passed down through generations of Dublin Helen Dillon's private garden and witness the majestic Royal Gaels, Celts and Vikings. From Scrabster stand WORKSHOPS Greenock Culzean Castle & Ayr Edinburgh Military Tattoo on Dunnet Head, the most northerly point in Craft – Basia Zarzycka Edinburgh Firth of Forth Nature Cruise • Visit the impressive Wallington mainland Britain, or visit the Castle of Mey, Art workshops will feature on this cruise. Estate, gifted to the National Trust by the former home of the late Queen Mother. Sir Charles Trevelyan Sail to Rosyth, gateway to Scotland’s vibrant capital which is dominated by Edinburgh Castle. An overnight stay offers the chance to experience the spectacular Military Tattoo, a stirring celebration of music, dance and PowerscourtLoch Lomond, House, Greenock County Wicklow
66 Call Swan Hellenic on 1800 OCEANS (623 267) or visit au.swanhellenic.com 67 15-day cruise from $3,700 A PORTRAIT of PORTUGAL and SPAIN 16 AUGUST – 30 AUGUST 2016 per person twin share
SPAIN • PORTUGAL • GIBRALTAR • BALEARIC ISLANDS
Portsmouth “Land of the vine and olive, lovely Spain!” England Mrs Felicia D Hemans (English Poet, 1793 – 1835)
Alhambra Palace, Spain SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA Barcelona Vigo Spain Spain RIVER DOURO SAGRADA Oporto SPAIN FAMILIA Portugal PORTUGAL Mahon JERONIMOS Menorca MONASTERY Lisbon Portugal
Motril SEVILLE Spain Cartagena Spain Cadiz Spain NERJA CAVES Gibraltar
Santiago de Compostela Cathedral, Spain Park Guell, Barcelona
mbark Minerva in Portsmouth and to Granada and the exquisite Alhambra Palace, YOUR CHOICE OF INCLUDED YOUR ITINERARY FARES PER PERSON (AUD) MIN160816 enjoy two relaxing days at sea prior to home to the Nasrid Sultans and one of the YOUR CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS E SHORE EXCURSIONS DATE PORT ARRIVE DEPART Cabin Type Standard Fare world’s most revered Islamic works of art. On your exploration of Spain and Portugal’s Vigo Santiago de Compostela, Pazo de Oca Aug 16 Portsmouth, England 5.00pm • Visit culture-rich Vigo, on Spain’s to Cartagena, whose deep-water harbour was Balcony Suites from $10,360 finest treasures. Gardens Oporto Oporto Heritage & Sao Aug 17 Cruise on Minerva Galician coast, the gateway to Santiago used by Carthaginians, Phoenicians, Romans An important fishing and commercial port, Vigo Francisco Church, City Panorama Lisbon City Aug 18 Cruise on Minerva Outside Cabins from $5,500 de Compostela, reputedly the burial and Moors. Delve into a maze of narrow streets was first settled by Celts in 300 BC. It is your Tour & Jeronimos Monastery, Queluz Palace Aug 19 Vigo, Spain 8.30am 10.00pm place of the Apostle St James which conceal a beautifully preserved Roman Inside Cabins from $3,700 gateway to Santiago de Compostela, the jewel in Aug 20 Oporto, Portugal 7.30am 2.00pm Theatre before sailing to Balearic Mahon. Cadiz Jerez, Cadiz Walk Gibraltar Original • Admire the Baroque and Galicia’s historic, cultural and medieval crown, Aug 21 Lisbon, Portugal 8.00am 10.00pm Standard prices for all categories are shown on pages 108-109. Menorca’s capital was in turn occupied by the Rock Tour, Northern Defences & World War Romanesque architecture on a stroll where many fine examples of Gothic, Neo- Aug 22 Cruise on Minerva English, French and Spanish and plays host to an Two Tunnels Motril Granada Old City, Nerja through UNESCO-listed Oporto classical, Romanesque and Baroque architecture Aug 23 Cadiz, Spain 8.00am 8.00pm abundance of important Megalithic monuments. Caves Cartagena Roman Cartagena, Lorca • Explore Portugal’s capital reside. Located in northern Portugal, Oporto Aug 24 Gibraltar 8.00am 6.00pm In Barcelona, an overnight stay gives time to & Jewish Heritage Mahon Ancient Menorca, Aug 25 Motril, Spain 7.00am 7.00pm Lisbon, home to an eclectic mix of marks the point at which the Duoro River flows discover the many distinctive works of ‘God’s Scenic Island Drive Barcelona Gothic Quarter into the Atlantic Ocean. The Old Town, built Aug 26 Cartagena, Spain 12.00am 8.00pm architectural styles from Romanesque architect’ Antoni Gaudi, most notably the Walking Tour, Gaudi’s Barcelona on the hills overlooking the river, is a UNESCO Aug 27 Cruise on Minerva to Post-Modern with Manueline imposing Sagrada Familia, under construction World Heritage Site where you can marvel at the Optional Shore Excursions available: Aug 28 Mahon, Menorca 7.00am 5.00pm boasting particularly rich and lavish since 1882, and yet to be completed. lavish pure-gold interior of São Francisco Church. Cadiz Flamenco & Sherry, Seville Motril Aug 29 Barcelona, Spain 8.00am In port ornamentation Aug 30 Barcelona, Spain In port Minerva sails to Lisbon, where the Manueline Alhambra Palace & Gardens • Discover Granada’s Moorish past, architecture of the Jeronimos Monastery YOUR GUEST SPEAKERS This cruise also features in one of Minerva's Grand including the UNESCO-listed treasure symbolises Portugal’s power and wealth during Your Guest Speakers on this cruise include: Voyages. Please see pages 84-85. the Alhambra Palace from Motril the Age of Discovery. After a day at sea, Cadiz Andy Bunten – Independent wildlife consultant • An overnight stay allows time is your next port of call. From here visit Jerez, See pages 92-95 for biographical notes. to discover Barcelona, a vibrant, the centre of Spain’s sherry producing industry, contemporary city awash with the for a tasting in a traditional bodega. Gibraltar’s WORKSHOPS fabled works of Gaudi iconic Rock is the distinguishing feature of a Craft & Embroidery – Karin Bucannan peninsula coveted by numerous conquerors BRIDGE over the centuries, while Motril is your gateway Organised bridge will feature on this cruise. Monument to the Discoveries, Lisbon
68 Call Swan Hellenic on 1800 OCEANS (623 267) or visit au.swanhellenic.com 69 14-day cruise from $4,110 RIVIERA and ISLANDS of the 30 AUGUST – 12 SEPTEMBER 2016 per person twin share MEDITERRANEAN In partnership with RHS Garden Holidays
SPAIN • FRANCE • ITALY • CORSICA • SARDINIA • TUNISIA • SICILY
FRANCE
Monte Carlo Monaco MONTPELLIER Sete France Civitavecchia Portoferraio Elba Italy Barcelona Ajaccio Corsica OSTIA Spain NAPOLEON’S BIRTHPLACE ITALY Capri Italy SPAIN SARDINIA
Cagliari Monreale Cathedral, Sicily Sardinia
Palermo Sicily PALATINE CHAPEL SICILY CARTHAGE La Goulette Tunisia TUNISIA
Tender port Monaco Carthage, Tunisia
Palermo, Sicily’s main city with its wealth of oin Minerva for a journey around the YOUR CHOICE OF INCLUDED YOUR ITINERARY FARES PER PERSON MIN160830 shores of the Mediterranean, where the architectural styles, is Minerva’s next call. In SHORE EXCURSIONS YOUR CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS J DATE PORT ARRIVE DEPART Cabin Type Standard Fare the picturesque hilltop town of Monreale, fabled beauty of the islands is a complement Barcelona Panoramic Barcelona, Gothic 30 Aug Barcelona, Spain In port • Cruise designed in partnership Balcony Suites from $10,300 to the treasure trove of historic sights. see the glittering Byzantine mosaics in its 31 Aug Barcelona, Spain In port 3.00pm with the Royal Horticultural Quarter Walking Tour Sete Montpellier & cathedral, and then witness the magical 1 Sep Sete, France 8.00am 6.00pm Society and features a range of Embark in Barcelona, the capital of Catalonia Flaugergues, Carcassonne Monte Carlo Outside Cabins from $5,500 combination of beauty, decadence and unspoilt 2 Sep Monte Carlo, Monaco 2.00pm In port garden‑themed excursions noted for its stunning architecture, including Monaco Rock & Monte Carlo, Menton & Inside Cabins from $4,110 charm that has made Capri a legendary idyll. A 3 Sep Monte Carlo, Monaco In port 5.00pm many famous works by Gaudi. Minerva sails Serre de la Madone Garden Portoferraio • Overnight in Monte Carlo to fully fitting conclusion to this cruise sees Minerva 4 Sep Portoferraio, Italy 8.00am 4.30pm Standard prices for all categories are shown on pages 108-109. next to the French fishing port of Sète. From Island Drive, Portoferraio Walk Ajaccio Taste experience this glamorous principality – reach Civitavecchia, gateway to Ostia, harbour 5 Sep Ajaccio, Corsica 8.00am 10.30pm here explore the elegant town of Montpellier, of Corsica, Prunelli Gorges Cagliari Cagliaria the epitome of Riviera chic city of Ancient Rome. 6 Sep Cruise on Minerva with its medieval cobbled streets and colourful Town Walk and Museum, Nora La Goulette 7 Sep Cagliari, Sardinia 7.00am 4.30pm • Take time to enjoy the true taste of gardens, before an overnight stay in glamorous Carthage, Sidi Bou Said Palermo Monreale, 8 Sep La Goulette, Tunisia 8.00am 2.00pm the Mediterranean – the fresh fruits Monaco, ruled by the Grimaldi family for YOUR GUEST SPEAKERS Palermo Sightseeing & Palatine Chapel, 9 Sep Palermo, Sicily 8.30am 6.00pm of the sea – whilst in Sète, France’s centuries. Experience this playground of the Your Guest Speakers on this cruise include: Palermo Botanical Gardens Capri Capri Island 10 Sep Capri, Italy 10.00am 4.30pm largest fishing port rich and famous before arriving into Elba and Tour Civitavecchia Baroque Rome, Ancient 11 Sep Civitavecchia, Italy 7.30am In port Caroline Holmes – Garden historian, • Explore the rugged island of Corsica, the ancient town of Portoferraio, which gave Ostia, Relaxing Rome 12 Sep Civitavecchia, Italy In port lecturer, designer birthplace of Napoleon, with its diverse refuge to the exiled Napoleon Bonaparte. and author. Optional Shore Excursions available: landscape and rich history Ajaccio, his birthplace on Corsica, is Minerva’s Monte Carlo Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild, Dr Peter Cattermole – Former Lecturer in • Delve into the wealth of ancient next stop and dedications to the island’s most Nice Painters Portoferraio Grand Tour of volcanology and planetary geology. history offered in Cagliari, the Sardinian famous son are dotted throughout the city. Elba Palermo Sicily Highlights Sail to neighbouring Sardinia and explore The Rt Revd Tim Stevens – Former Bishop capital, and be entranced by its beauty This cruise also features in one of Minerva’s Grand ancient Cagliari, which provides a wonderful of Leicester. • Uncover the glittering treasures Voyages. Please see pages 84-85.. showcase for the varied history of the island. See pages 92-95 for biographical notes. of Sicily, including the medieval Discover the Roman and pre-Roman town of Monreale Cathedral WORKSHOPS Nora before heading to African shores to visit Craft & Embroidery – Karin Bucannan the UNESCO-listed ruined city of Carthage, destroyed by the Romans in 146 BC. Isle of Capri, Italy
70 Call Swan Hellenic on 1800 OCEANS (623 267) or visit au.swanhellenic.com 71 13-day cruise from $3,900 MEDITERRANEAN MOSAIC 12 SEPTEMBER – 24 SEPTEMBER 2016 per person twin share
ITALY • SICILY • MALTA • ALBANIA • CROATIA
CROATIA
Dubrovnik Croatia
TARQUINIA Civitavecchia Italy ROME ITALY ADRIATIC Naples SEA Italy ALBEROBELLO ALBANIA POMPEII ISCHIA Sarande Dubrovnik, Croatia Brindisi Albania Italy BUTRINT TYRRHENIAN SEA STROMBOLI Lipari Italy Messina Sicily MOUNT ETNA SICILY Syracuse Sicily
Valletta Malta GRAND HARBOUR Tender port Butrint, Albania Taormina, Sicily
our voyage begins with an overnight archaeological site of Butrint, occupied since YOUR CHOICE OF INCLUDED YOUR ITINERARY FARES PER PERSON (AUD) MIN160912 stay in Civitavecchia, your gateway at least the 8th century BC. Step back in time SHORE EXCURSIONS YOUR CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS Y DATE PORT ARRIVE DEPART Cabin Type Standard Fare to Rome or Tarquinia's Etruscan tombs. as Minerva docks at the bustling port town Sep 12 Civitavecchia, Italy In port • Witness the fascinating treasures of Civitavecchia Baroque Rome, Tarquinia, Balcony Suites from $9,960 Mount Vesuvius looms into view as you of Brindisi, where an array of Romanesque Sep 13 Civitavecchia, Italy In port 6.00pm Pompeii and Herculaneum from Naples Relaxing Rome Naples Pompeii, Herculaneum reach Naples, a stone’s throw from the churches, an impressive 13th century castle Sep 14 Naples, Italy 12.00pm 8.00pm Outside Cabins from Lipari Island Drive & Museum, Volcano $5,270 • Ascend the slopes of Mount Etna, ruined cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum, and Alberobello’s UNESCO-listed Trulli Sep 15 Lipari, Italy 11.30am 8.30pm Cruise Messina Mount Etna, Taormina, Inside Cabins from $3,900 Europe’s highest active volcano before Minerva sets her sights on Sicily. houses await discovery. Minerva’s final port Sep 15 Cruise past Stromboli Syracuse Catania & Mount Etna, Ortigia • Enjoy an overnight stay in the of call is Dubrovnik. Stroll through the city’s Sep 16 Messina, Sicily 7.30am 2.30pm Standard prices for all categories are shown on pages 108-109. Created by volcanic eruptions, Lipari is Island Valletta Island Drive & Mdina, A Tale fortified port of Valletta, with plenty of famous marble streets, admiring its Baroque Sep 16 Syracuse, Sicily 10.30pm In port the largest of the Aeolian Islands, boasting of Two Cities Sarande Butrint & Sarande time to discover the well-preserved city buildings, or enjoy a scenic drive to pretty Sep 17 Syracuse, Sicily In port 10.00pm stunning scenery and a towering active Brindisi Alberbello, Lecce, Ostuni Dubrovnik Cavtat. Sep 18 Valletta, Malta 8.00am In port • Discover the UNESCO-listed ancient volcano. A highlight of your voyage follows City Tour & Panorama, Artistic Konavle Sep 19 Valletta, Malta In port 6.00pm city of Butrint in Albania as Minerva cruises close to the active volcano & Cavtat Sep 20 Cruise on Minerva of Stromboli, offering a chance to see a lava • Explore the marble streets of the YOUR GUEST SPEAKERS Optional Shore Excursions available: Sep 21 Sarande, Albania 8.00am 6.00pm firework display. Next is Messina, gateway to Sep 22 Brindisi, Italy 7.30am 5.00pm majestic walled city of Dubrovnik, Your Guest Speakers on this cruise include: Naples Capodimonte, Ischia & Gardens Taormina. Overlooking the bay of Giardina Sep 23 Dubrovnik, Croatia 8.00am In port the ‘Pearl of the Adriatic’ Dr Ann Birchall FSA – Archaeologist and Messina Tindari Malta Gozo Sarande and Mount Etna, this charming hilltop town Sep 24 Dubrovnik, Croatia In port former Assistant Keeper, Greek and Roman Gjirokaster Tour is home to one of the largest Greco-Roman Antiquities, British Museum. theatres in the world. Minerva sails on to This cruise also features in one of Minerva's Grand Voyages. Please see page 85. Syracuse, where an overnight stay enables you Mr Jeremy Paterson – Former to fully immerse yourself in this intriguing Senior Lecturer in Ancient History, city’s grand history. Valletta's UNESCO-listed Newcastle University. Grand Harbour is a spectacular introduction See pages 92-95 for biographical notes. to the city. Enjoy an overnight stay and WORKSHOPS visit to Malta's ancient walled city of Mdina Art workshops will feature on this cruise. before sailing to Sarande for a visit to the Trulli houses, Alberobello
72 Call Swan Hellenic on 1800 OCEANS (623 267) or visit au.swanhellenic.com 73 15-day cruise from $4,730 THE SPARKLING ADRIATIC 24 SEPTEMBER – 8 OCTOBER 2016 per person twin share
CROATIA • ITALY • SLOVENIA • MONTENEGRO
SLOVENIA POSTOJNA CAVES DOGE'S PALACE Venice Koper Slovenia Italy Rijeka Croatia
POMPOSA ABBEY CROATIA Pula Croatia PLITVICE LAKES Ravenna Italy Zadar Croatia Šibenik Croatia Doge's Palace, Italy Split Croatia Hvar ITALY Dubrovnik ADRIATIC Croatia SEA Croatia Kotor Korcula Montenegro Croatia MONTENEGRO
Tender port New port Hvar, Croatia Kotor, Montenegro
he ‘Pearl of the Adriatic’, Dubrovnik is precedes arrival into Šibenik, home to the YOUR CHOICE OF INCLUDED YOUR ITINERARY FARES PER PERSON (AUD) MIN160924 Minerva’s first port of call on a cruise UNESCO-listed Gothic-Renaissance Cathedral YOUR CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS T SHORE EXCURSIONS DATE PORT ARRIVE DEPART Cabin Type Standard Fare teeming with historical, architectural and of St James. Sep 24 Dubrovnik, Croatia In port • Savour some of Croatia’s most Dubrovnik City Tour & Panorama, Artistic Balcony Suites from $11,890 archaeological masterpieces. Sep 25 Dubrovnik, Croatia In port 6.30pm fascinating sights in Dubrovnik, Pula Head to Korcula, the reputed birthplace of Konavle & Cavtat, Hvar Hvar Island Tour, Sep 26 Hvar, Croatia 7.00am 2.00pm Outside Cabins from and Šibenik against the stunning Explore this living museum, a UNESCO- explorer Marco Polo, and soak up delightful Walking Tour Split Walking Tour, Evacuation $6,340 Sep 26 Split, Croatia 6.00pm In port backdrop of the Adriatic listed World Heritage Site, before heading to scenery en route to Montenegran Kotor. Sites & Medieval Exploration Zadar Walking Inside Cabins from $4,730 picturesque Hvar. Impressive architecture and Positioned at the head of southern Europe’s Sep 27 Split, Croatia In port 6.00pm • Discover the remarkable remains of Tour, Plitvice Lakes Ravenna City Tour, Sep 28 Zadar, Croatia 8.00am 10.00pm Standard prices for all categories are shown on pages 108-109. a Renaissance Franciscan monastery are among deepest fjord, its medieval old town with Roman Emperor Diocletian’s palace in Pomposa Abbey Venice Torcello & Murano, Sep 29 Ravenna, Italy 12.00pm 10.00pm its highlights, while Split – home to the ruins a labyrinth of cobbled streets is a delight Split, Croatia’s second city Doge’s Palace Koper Piran Walk, Postojna Sep 30 Venice, Italy 7.30am In port of the Roman Palace of Diocletian – is sure to explore. Caves Pula Porec, Pula Town Walk Rijeka Oct 1 Venice, Italy In port 10.00pm • Overnight in Venice, which gives to impress. Staying in Croatia, sail to Zadar Rijeka & Trsat, Rijeka, Hum & Opatija Oct 2 Koper, Slovenia 7.00am 7.30pm plenty of time to fully appreciate one of with its Roman ruins, medieval churches and YOUR GUEST SPEAKERS Šibenik Krka National Park, Ancient Roman Oct 3 Pula, Croatia 7.30am 10.00pm the world’s most remarkable cities sound-and-light spectacle of the Sea Organ Oct 4 Rijeka, Croatia 7.30am 8.00pm Your Guest Speakers on this cruise include: Paths of Šibenik Korcula Walking Tour Kotor • Join Minerva on her inaugural call to and the Sun Salutation. Then continue to Montenegro Panorama, Kotor Walking Tour Oct 5 Šibenik, Croatia 12.00pm 10.00pm Rijeka and take time to visit the oldest Italy’s Ravenna, a glittering showcase for Dr Ann Birchall FSA – Archaeologist and Oct 6 Korcula, Croatia 8.00am 8.00pm Optional Shore Excursions available Croatian sanctuary dedicated to the Byzantine art. Enjoy an overnight stay in the former Assistant Keeper, Greek and Roman Oct 7 Kotor, Montenegro 7.30am 10.30pm Dubrovnik Konavle Countryside Ravenna Virgin Mary on Trsat, a peaceful hill remarkable floating city of Venice where you Antiquities, British Museum. Oct 8 Dubrovnik, Croatia 6.00am Bologna City Tour Venice Palladio Villas above the city can wonder at the riches of the Doge’s Palace Professor Carole Hillenbrand OBE – Kotor Sveti Stefan & Budva • Protected by medieval walls up to and visit the islands of Torcello and Murano Professor of Islamic History, University 20 metres high, Kotor’s UNESCO- before cruising to Slovenia. The medieval of Edinburgh. town of Koper boasts elegant squares and a listed old town has a wealth of Professor Robert Hillenbrand FBA – 15th century Venetian palace, while Minerva’s iconic monuments and Romanesque Professor of Islamic Art, St Andrew’s University. return to Croatia brings rewards such as churches to be admired See pages 92-95 for biographical notes. Pula's remarkably well preserved Roman amphitheatre. Rijeka, gateway to the Opatija WORKSHOPS Trulli houses, Italy Riviera, is a maiden call for Minerva, and Art – Linda Pitt Rijeka, Croatia
74 Call Swan Hellenic on 1800 OCEANS (623 267) or visit au.swanhellenic.com 75 14-day cruise from $4,690 HELLENIC ODYSSEY w per person twin share
CROATIA • GREECE • TURKEY
CROATIA
Dubrovnik Croatia
“The Isles of Greece! the Isles of Greece!... Eternal summer gilds them yet…” Lord Byron (British Poet, 1788 – 1824)
Symi, Greece GREECE
Piraeus TURKEY CORINTH Greece CANAL Katakolon ACROPOLIS Samos Greece Greece MYCENAE OLYMPIA Nauplia Tinos Kos Greece Greece XANTHOS Greece Milos Fethiye Greece Symi Turkey MEDITERRANEAN Greece SEA
Minerva, Corinth Canal Tender port New Port Milos, Greece
oin Minerva in Dubrovnik, where you’ll Return to Greek shores as Minerva reaches YOUR CHOICE OF INCLUDED YOUR ITINERARY FARES PER PERSON (AUD) MIN161008 enjoy an overnight stay. Ancient stone Symi, whose stunning natural harbour is YOUR CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS J SHORE EXCURSIONS DATE PORT ARRIVE DEPART Cabin Type Standard Fare buildings, meandering cobbled streets and surrounded by neo-classical houses and Dubrovnik City Tour & Panorama Oct 8 Dubrovnik, Croatia In port In port • Explore UNESCO-listed Dubrovnik, Balcony Suites from impressive ramparts rising above red-tiled churches built into the hillside. As Minerva Oct 9 Dubrovnik, Croatia In port 6.00pm $11,850 with its impressive city walls Katakolon Olympia Site & Museum, rooftops await discovery before Minerva continues to Tinos, you have time to explore Oct 10 Cruise on Minerva and marble streets Mercouri Estate Nauplia Mycenae, Epidaurus Outside Cabins from $6,300 sets sail to Greece. the Church of Panagia Evangelistria, a sacred Oct 11 Katakolon, Greece 7.00am 6.00pm Milos Plaka Village Walk Kos Town Walk, Inside Cabins from $4,690 • Minerva transits the narrow Oct 12 Corinth Canal transit Enjoy a relaxing day at sea en route to pilgrimage site. Finally, an overnight stay at Asklepion Fethiye Xanthos, Kayakoy Village Corinth Canal – a remarkable Oct 12 Nauplia, Greece 9.30pm In port Standard prices for all categories are shown on pages 108-109. Katakolon, gateway to ancient Olympia, the Piraeus offers plenty of time to explore Athens, Symi Independent Exploration Samos Town feat of engineering Oct 13 Nauplia, Greece In port 6.00pm birthplace of the Olympic Games. A truly home to the iconic Acropolis. Walk, Herion & Scenic Drive Tinos Town Oct 14 Milos, Greece 7.30am 5.00pm • Experience an overnight stay memorable highlight of your cruise follows Walk Piraeus Acropolis, Acropolis Museum Oct 15 Kos, Greece 8.30am 6.30pm in Nauplia, your gateway to as Minerva begins her transit of the narrow, YOUR GUEST SPEAKERS Optional Shore Excursions available: Oct 16 Fethiye, Turkey 8.00am 10.30pm legendary Mycenae steep-sided Corinth Canal – an amazing feat Your Guest Speakers on this cruise include: Dubrovnik Konavle Countryside Katakolon Oct 17 Symi, Greece 8.00am 6.00pm of modern engineering. On to Nauplia, one of • Minerva makes her maiden call at the Caroline Holmes – Garden historian, Foloi Forest Fethiye Gulet Cruise Oct 18 Samos, Greece 8.00am 6.30pm small Greek island of Milos the most picturesque towns in Greece. Explore Oct 19 Tinos, Greece 8.00am 9.00pm lecturer, designer and author. This cruise also features in one of Minerva's Grand Epidaurus, the site of a renowned ancient Oct 20 Piraeus, Greece 7.00am In port • Discover Fethiye, the jewel of Voyages. Please see page 87. theatre, before Minerva continues to Milos. Nigel McGilchrist – Art Historian and author Oct 21 Piraeus, Greece In port In port Turkey’s Lycian coast and home to of ‘McGilchrist’s Greek Islands’. three UNESCO-listed sites – Kayakoy, Plaka, the island’s capital, promises fascinating Professor Ian Beckett FRHistS Xanthos and ancient Letoon churches and picturesque narrow lanes. Your next port of call is Kos, an island teeming with – Professor of Military History, historic treasures and known as the birthplace University of Kent. of Hippocrates, the father of western medicine. See pages 92-95 for biographical notes. Discover the island’s Asclepion, an ancient WORKSHOPS sanctuary dedicated to the god of healing, Art – Linda Pitt before sailing to Fethiye. This intriguing Turkish town is located on the site of ancient Telmessos, once the largest city in Lycia. Church Panagia Evangelistria, Tinos
76 Call Swan Hellenic on 1800 OCEANS (623 267) or visit au.swanhellenic.com 77 13-day cruise from $3,120 IMPRESSIONS of the EASTERN 21 OCTOBER – 2 NOVEMBER 2016 per person twin share MEDITERRANEAN
GREECE • TURKEY • CYPRUS
“History is the witness that testifies to the passing of time; it illumines reality, vitalizes memory, provides guidance in daily life, and brings us tidings of antiquity.” Marcus Tullius Cicero (Roman lawyer, writer, scholar and orator, 106BC – 43BC) GREECE ANCIENT PHILIPPI Kavala Greece
METEORA Dikili Volos Turkey Greece PERGAMON ACROPOLIS TURKEY EPHESUS Piraeus Greece Kusadasi Turkey ASPENDOS Lindos, Rhodes Marmaris Turkey Alanya Rhodes Turkey Greece LINDOS Larnaca Cyprus KAKOPETRIA MEDITERRANEAN SEA Limassol Cyprus
Ephesus, Turkey Mosaic, Limassol
njoy an astonishing insight into ancient stop. Overnight in this beautiful island then YOUR CHOICE OF INCLUDED YOUR ITINERARY FARES PER PERSON (AUD) MIN161021 life as Minerva sails crystal-clear waters continue to Alanya, where landmarks such as YOUR CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS E SHORE EXCURSIONS DATE PORT ARRIVE DEPART Cabin Type Standard Fare to a host of intriguing destinations. the Kizil Kule tower were built under the rule Piraeus Acropolis & Museum Volos Pelion 21 Oct Piraeus, Greece In port In port • Discover the many wonders Balcony Suites from $9,110 Embark in Athens, the oldest city in Europe, of Alaeddin Kayqubad I. 22 Oct Piraeus, Greece In port 2.30pm of Athens, including the Villages, Hiking Volos Paths Kavala Philippi, and marvel at the magnificent Acropolis Visit Limassol, Cyprus’ second city, to see 23 Oct Volos, Greece 8.00am 7.00pm spectacular Acropolis Xanthi Dikili Pergamon Acropolis, Acropolis Outside Cabins from $4,740 and abundant artefacts in its archaeological the fine mosaics that once graced the villas Museum & Asclepion Kusadasi Didyma & 24 Oct Kavala, Greece 1.00pm 7.00pm • Chance to see the awe-inspiring Inside Cabins from $3,120 museum before arrival in Volos. With a past of Roman nobles in Paphos before sailing to Miletus, Roman Houses of Ephesus Marmaris 25 Oct Dikili, Turkey 1.00pm 7.00pm Monasteries of Meteora perched that can be traced back to Neolithic times, this Larnaca. From here the UNESCO-listed site 26 Oct Kusadasi, Turkey 12.30pm In port Standard prices for all categories are shown on pages 108-109. Dalyan & Caunos, Knidos Rhodes Town high on towering rock peaks prominent port featured in Greek Mythology of Khirokitia can be visited. 27 Oct Kusadasi, Turkey In port 5.00pm Walk, Lindos Alanya Aspendos, Manavgat is also blessed with natural beauty. Rising like 28 Oct Marmaris, Turkey 8.00am 5.00pm • Overnight in Kusadasi to make the Waterfall Limassol Paphos, Kakopetria & an amphitheatre from the harbour up the 28 Oct Rhodes, Greece 8.30pm In port most of a visit to ancient Ephesus YOUR GUEST SPEAKERS Troodos Mountains Larnaca Town Walk, slopes of Mount Symvolo, picturesque Kavala 29 Oct Rhodes, Greece In port 5.00pm with its magnificent library, theatre Your Guest Speakers on this cruise include: Lefkara & Khirokitia has a wealth of history to uncover. The ruins of 30 Oct Alanya, Turkey 12.00pm 6.30pm and Roman houses Philippi will prove fascinating before Minerva Canon Andrew Evans – Historian. Optional Shore Excursions available: 31 Oct Limassol, Cyprus 9.30am In port • Extended stay in Rhodes to explore sails to Turkey. Dikili is your gateway to the Professor Carole Hillenbrand OBE – Volos Meteora Monasteries Limassol 1 Nov Limassol, Cyprus In port 7.00am this historic island and visit Lindos, the dramatic ruins of the Acropolis at Pergamon, Professor of Islamic Culture, University Archaeological site of Curium Kolossi 1 Nov Larnaca, Cyprus 1.00pm In port unspoilt village where St Paul is said while an overnight stay in Kusadasi gives ample of Edinburgh. 2 Nov Larnaca, Cyprus In port In port This cruise also features in one of Minerva’s Grand to have been shipwrecked time to explore the wonderfully preserved Professor Robert Hillenbrand FBA – Voyages. Please see page 87. • On Aphrodite’s Island of ancient city of Ephesus. The imposing Professor of Islamic Art, St Andrew’s University. Cyprus, marvel at the ancient façade of the Library of Celsus is among the See pages 92-95 for biographical notes. spectacular sights, with more to come in coastal city of Paphos WORKSHOPS Knidos. This once important shipping port can Art – Carolyn King be reached from Marmaris.Located just off the Craft & Embroidery – Karin Bucannan coast of Turkey, Rhodes – home of the Order of Saint John of Jerusalem, Knights Hospitaller BRIDGE during the Middle Ages – is Minerva’s next Organised bridge will feature on this cruise. Alanya, Turkey
78 Call Swan Hellenic on 1800 OCEANS (623 267) or visit au.swanhellenic.com 79 Take the time to discover more Grand Voyages
or those who love variety and appreciate value, Swan Hellenic’s choice Fof Grand Voyages will be a tempting alternative to our individual itineraries. Alternatively, make your own selection of two or more successive cruises and you can tailor-make your own Grand Voyage.
Meteora Monastery, Greece
80 Call Swan Hellenic on 1800 OCEANS (623 267) or visit au.swanhellenic.com 81 GRAND VOYAGE TO THE NEW WORLD GRAND PACIFIC COAST EXPLORER 9 NOVEMBER – 21 DECEMBER 2015 43-day cruise 4 JANUARY 2016 – 1 FEBRUARY 2016 29-day cruise San Blas Panama GREECE • SICILY • MALTA • TUNISIA • MENORCA • SPAIN • MOROCCO • PORTUGAL COLOMBIA • PANAMA • ECUADOR • PERU • CHILE MADEIRA • LANZAROTE • GRAN CANARIA • TENERIFE • LA PALMA • CAPE VERDE
SURINAME • GUYANA • GRENADA • BARBADOS San Blas Panama Cartagena Panama Canal Colombia Tender port New Port Panama Balboa PANAMA Panama COLOMBIA Bridgetown Barbados Mahon Menorca GREECE Bahia Solano Colombia St George’s SPAIN ITALY PORTUGAL CORINTH Grenada Lisbon Portugal Seville CANAL Spain MEDITERRANEAN Syracuse Motril SEA Sicily Piraeus Chan Chan, Salaverry, Peru ECUADOR Spain Greece Manta Ecuador Cadiz Spain La Goulette Valletta Tunisia Malta Guayaquil Georgetown Guyana Tangier MALTA rom the Spanish colonial city of Cartagena, Ecuador Carthage, Tunisia Morocco TUNISIA Paramaribo Suriname Funchal Madeira Casablanca Ftransit the Panama Canal to explore the Morocco stunning sights of South America’s Pacific coast. Salaverry Peru ourney through time as Minerva sails MOROCCO ATLANTIC PERU from the ancient civilisations of the OCEAN Tenerife Nature lovers will delight in the unspoiled J Callao Lima Peru Canary beauty of Bahia Solano and the fascinating Isla Mediterranean to the colonial splendours of Islands Lanzarote Canary Islands General San Martin, Peru de la Plata, where the wildlife matches that of the New World. Discover ancient history in La Palma Gran Canaria Canary Islands Athens and Tunisia’s Carthage, the last bastion Canary Islands the Galapagos Islands. The Islas Ballestas offer of the Knights of St John in Valletta, and incredible biodiversity, along with Robinson Arica Chile the Moorish Alhambra Palace. Contrast the Crusoe Island, which promises a variety of flora Iquique Chile and fauna. Peru’s diverse and fascinating pre- FARES PER PERSON MIN160104A volcanic landscapes of Sicily, the Canary Islands Including Shore Excursions and Gratuities and the remote Cape Verde archipelago with Columbian cultures are revealed at the Chimu CHILE Cabin Type Standard Fare the lush landscapes of Madeira and the tropical FARES PER PERSON MIN151109B capital of Chan Chan and the Pachacamac ruins, CAPE VERDE Including Shore Excursions and Gratuities Balcony Suites from $16,720 rainforests of Suriname and the Caribbean while Chile provides opportunities to learn Coquimbo Chile Sao Vincente Cape Verde Cabin Type Standard Fare island of Grenada. Finally, enjoy a leisurely about the enigmatic Chinchorro people. Robinson Crusoe Valparaiso Outside Cabins from $7,745 Santiago Cape Verde Balcony Suites from $27,115 Island Chile transatlantic crossing, taking the opportunity to Full details for both itineraries can be Chile Inside Cabins from $5,115 make the most of Minerva’s facilities. Outside Cabins from $14,025 found on pages 32-35 of this brochure. Standard prices for all categories are shown on pages 106-107. Full details for both itineraries can be Inside Cabins from $9,495 found on pages 24-29 of this brochure. Standard prices for all categories are shown on pages 106-107.
GRAND TRANSATLANTIC ADVENTURE GRAND CARIBBEAN & ATLANTIC ISLAND VISTAS 21 NOVEMBER – 21 DECEMBER 2015 31-day cruise 19 MARCH – 15 APRIL 2016 28-day cruise
PORTUGAL • SPAIN • MOROCCO • MADEIRA • CANARY ISLANDS • CAPE VERDE • SURINAME MEXICO • CUBA • BAHAMAS • TURKS & CAICOS • BERMUDA • THE AZORES • SPAIN • FRANCE GUYANA • GRENADA • BARBADOS
FARES PER PERSON MIN151121A elebrate spring in the sunshine of the Including Shore Excursions and Gratuities CCaribbean and enjoy a relaxing transatlantic Cabin Type Standard Fare voyage back to Minerva’s home port of ENGLAND Balcony Suites from $18,535 SPAIN Portsmouth. Begin your cruise on the island of Portsmouth PORTUGAL England Outside Cabins from Cuba and spend two leisurely days discovering $9,520 Lisbon Seville Spain the Cuban city of Havana and a further day St Malo Inside Cabins from $6,500 Portugal Cadiz Spain France enjoying the authentic Cuban atmosphere of FRANCE Standard prices for all categories are shown on pages 106-107 Funchal La Coruna Plaza de Espana, Seville MOROCCO Holguin. Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Havana, Cuba Spain Madeira Casablanca Tenerife Morocco Caribbean, witness the 80,000 flamingoes native SPAIN xplore the highlights of the Iberian Canary Islands PORTUGAL Lanzarote to the island of Great Inagua, explore historic La Palma Horta Peninsula and the islands of the Atlantic Canary Islands Ponta Delgada E Canary Islands Cockburn Town, the capital of Grand Turk, and Azores Azores before enjoying a leisurely transatlantic crossing. Gran Canaria Hamilton BERMUDA Canary Islands learn how British and American cultures merge Bermuda Savour the delights of Lisbon and Seville before ATLANTIC on the beautiful island of Bermuda. Restful days OCEAN ATLANTIC enjoying sherry-tasting in Jerez. Marvel at the OCEAN at sea follow, accompanied by fascinating talks world’s largest mosque in Casablanca and wander TURKS & CAICOS from our Guest Speakers, before an opportunity FARES PER PERSON MIN160319A Sao Vincente Havana among the flower-filled gardens of Madeira. to contrast the very separate identities of the Cuba Grand Turk Including Shore Excursions and Gratuities Cape Verde Turks & Caicos Admire the volcanic landscapes of the Canary BARBADOS Santiago Cabin Type Standard Fare GRENADA Cape Verde islands of the Azores archipelago. Time to follow CUBA Islands and the remote Cape Verde islands. Bridgetown Mathew Town St Georges in the footsteps of many thousands of pilgrims to Antilla Great Inagua Balcony Suites from Barbados CAPE VERDE Cozumel Cuba $17,130 Grenada During leisurely days at sea immerse yourself Santiago de Compostela and to visit the historic Mexico GREAT INAGUA Outside Cabins from $8,465 in the fascinating talks given by your Guest Georgetown walled city of St Malo, before Minerva reaches MEXICO Guyana Inside Cabins from $5,570 Speakers before arriving in the New World to her final destination of Portsmouth. GUYANA visit Suriname, Guyana, Grenada and Barbados. Paramaribo Standard prices for all categories are shown on pages 106-107. Suriname Full details for both itineraries can be Full details for both itineraries can be SURINAME found on pages 42-45 of this brochure. found on pages 26-29 of this brochure.
82 83 GRAND IBERIAN and MEDITERRANEAN ICONS 16 AUGUST – 12 SEPTEMBER 2016 28-day cruise
SPAIN • PORTUGAL • GIBRALTAR • BALEARIC ISLANDS • FRANCE • ITALY • CORSICA SARDINIA • TUNISIA • SICILY
Portsmouth England
FRANCE
Monte Carlo Monaco Sete France Civitavecchia Portoferraio Italy Vigo Spain Barcelona Elba Ajaccio ITALY Spain Corsica Oporto SPAIN SARDINIA Capri Italy Portugal PORTUGAL Mahon Cagliari Menorca Sardinia Lisbon Portugal Palermo Motril Sicily Spain Cartagena Spain SICILY Cadiz Spain La Goulette Gibraltar Tunisia TUNISIA Tender port
ailing from Portsmouth, enjoy two days FARES PER PERSON (AUD) MIN160816A Sat sea before reaching Vigo, from where Including Shore Excursions and Gratuities you can visit Santiago de Compostela. Historic Cabin Type Standard Fare Oporto, vibrant Lisbon and Cadiz, your Balcony Suites from $19,630 gateway to Jerez, await your discovery next. Outside Cabins from $10,450 Witness Gibraltar’s iconic Rock, then discover Granada’s Alhambra Palace from Motril, before Inside Cabins from $7,420 visiting fascinating Cartagena, Balearic Mahon Standard prices for all categories are shown on pages108-109. and Barcelona for an overnight stay. After exploring charming Sète, you will overnight in glamorous Monaco. Portoferraio in Elba and Ajaccio on Corsica are Minerva’s next stops, before she discovers the Sardinian capital of Cagliari and ancient Carthage. Visit Palermo, Sicily’s main city, hilltop Monreale and legendary Capri before arrival into Civitavecchia, gateway to Rome.
Full details for both itineraries can be found on pages 68-71 of this brochure.
Palermo Cathedral, Sicily Monte Carlo, France Alhambra Palace, Spain
84 Call Swan Hellenic on 1800 OCEANS (623 267) or visit au.swanhellenic.com 85 GRAND MEDITERRANEAN CLASSICS GRAND ANCIENT CIVILISATIONS 16 AUGUST – 24 SEPTEMBER 2016 40-day cruise 8 OCTOBER – 2 NOVEMBER 2016 26-day cruise
SPAIN • PORTUGAL • GIBRALTAR • BALEARIC ISLANDS • FRANCE • ITALY • CORSICA CROATIA • GREECE • TURKEY • CYPRUS SARDINIA • TUNISIA • SICILY • MALTA • ALBANIA • CROATIA
Portsmouth CROATIA England Dubrovnik Croatia
Kavala FRANCE Greece
Monte Carlo GREECE Monaco Dikili Turkey CROATIA Volos Sete France Dubrovnik Greece Civitavecchia Portoferraio Italy Croatia TURKEY Piraeus Vigo Spain Barcelona Elba CORINTH Samos Ajaccio ITALY CANAL Greece Greece Spain Katakolon Kusadasi Corsica Naples Italy Brindisi Greece Turkey Oporto SPAIN SARDINIA Italy Portugal Nauplia Tinos Kos Greece Marmaris Capri Italy Sarande Greece Turkey Alanya Albania Greece PORTUGAL Mahon Cagliari Fethiye Turkey Sardinia Milos Symi Menorca Lipari Greece Turkey Lisbon Portugal Italy Greece Rhodes Messina Sicily MEDITERRANEAN Larnaca Motril Greece Spain Cartagena Spain Palermo SEA Cyprus Sicily Syracuse Cadiz Spain Sicily La Goulette Gibraltar Tunisia Valletta Malta TUNISIA Limassol Cyprus Tender port Tender port New Port
rom Portsmouth, enjoy a leisurely cruise FARES PER PERSON (AUD) MIN160816B rom the medieval city of Dubrovnik, sail FARES PER PERSON (AUD) MIN161008A Fto Vigo, your springboard to Santiago Including Shore Excursions and Gratuities Fto Katakolon, your gateway to ancient Including Shore Excursions and Gratuities de Compostela, before discovering historic Cabin Type Standard Fare Olympia. Minerva transits the amazing Cabin Type Standard Fare Oporto and vibrant Lisbon. Visit Cadiz, Balcony Suites from $29,090 Corinth Canal before heading to picturesque Balcony Suites from $19,915 gateway to Jerez, and charming Gibraltar Nauplia, Plaka on the beautiful island of Milos, Outside Cabins from $15,460 Outside Cabins from $10,490 en route to the Spanish ports of Motril, and Kos, birthplace of Hippocrates. On to Cartagena and Balearic Mahon. Explore Inside Cabins from $11,125 enchanting Fethiye, scenic Symi and Tinos, Inside Cabins from $7,420 delightful Sète in between overnight stays at Standard prices for all categories are shown on pages108-109. with its Greek Orthodox pilgrimage site. Standard prices for all categories are shown on pages108-109. Barcelona and Monaco, before discovering Discover ancient Athens from Piraeus, before Elba’s Portoferraio, Corsica’s Ajaccio and the sailing to beautiful Volos, historic Kavala, Sardinian capital of Cagliari. Visit ancient picturesque Dikili and Kusadasi, where an Carthage, diverse Palermo and legendary overnight stay gives time to explore Ephesus. Capri, then dock at Civitavecchia, gateway More spectacular sights await in Knidos, to Rome. After visiting Naples and Lipari, beautiful Rhodes and intriguing Alanya. Minerva close cruises the active volcano of Overnight in Limassol, Cyprus’ second city, Stromboli en route to Messina, Syracuse to discover Paphos, before arrival at Larnaca, and Valletta with its UNESCO-listed from where UNESCO-listed Khirokitia can Grand Harbour. Explore intriguing Sarande be visited. and Brindisi, before reaching spectacular Full details for both itineraries can be Dubrovnik. found on pages 76-79 of this brochure.
Full details for both itineraries can be found on pages 68-73 of this brochure.
Dubrovnik, Croatia Sarande, Albania Samos monastery, Greece Marmaris, Turkey
86 Call Swan Hellenic on 1800 OCEANS (623 267) or visit au.swanhellenic.com 87 VOICES OF EXPERIENCE
CHRIS BELLAMY is Professor of Maritime a book on Russia at the time of Peter the Great. MISS THEODORA CLARKE is an expert CANON RALPH GODSALL is a priest Security and Director of the Maritime Institute He joined the British Diplomatic Service in on Russian and Soviet art and lectures vicar of Westminster Abbey and a Canon at the University of Greenwich. Previously, he 1975. In a 33 year career he served in the Arab widely on classical and modern painting. Emeritus of Rochester. A graduate of Queens’ was Director of the Security Studies Institute at world, the European Union, the USA and Russia; She attained her Masters at the Courtauld College, Cambridge in Classics and Theology, Our renowned Cranfield University, Defence Academy of the he was British Ambassador in Moscow (2004- Institute of Art. She is the Director of he has travelled extensively in the Near and United Kingdom.Before that he was, for seven 2008) during the most difficult period in British/ Russian Art Week in London and edits the online Middle East. He has a particular interest in years Defence Correspondent of the Independent. Russian relations. arts magazine Russian Art and Culture. As a the origins of Christianity across the region freelance art critic she has written for The and an understanding of contemporary issues Guest Speakers THE REVD DR ANDERS BERGQUIST THE VERY REV’D DAVID BRINDLEY has Telegraph and The Burlington Magazine. Her confronting Christians in Palestine/Israel, Syria, is Vicar of St John’s Wood in London. He been Dean of Portsmouth since 2002. He has latest book on contemporary and avant-garde art Iraq and Egypt, who see their history and their studied archaeology at Cambridge and travelled worked in a variety of parochial and academic is Re-imagining Russia. destiny bound up with the countries where they extensively in Eastern Europe before studying appointments, including Rector of Warwick and live and with the dominant Muslim/Jewish theology at Oxford. He has written on the Principal of an ordination training college. He is LIEUTENANT COLONEL ANTHONY culture. - The Americas subject of Hebrew scholarship in fifteenth particularly interested in the interplay between COUTTS-BRITTON served as an infantry century Florence, and is currently preparing a theology and history, and also has an interest in officer before pursuing a second career with MS JOANNA HARDY FGA DGA FRSA is full-length study of the failed attempt to reunite the relationship between religion and the arts. NATO and its Partnership for Peace Programme. a gemmologist and an independent the churches of East and West at the Council of He is a history lecturer and battlefield guide. jewellery specialist with over 30 years’ THE REVD PROFESSOR JUDITH Florence (1438-9). He specialises in the wars of the nineteenth and experience in the jewellery industry. She Our eminent Guest Speakers’ talks BROWN was born in India and educated in twentieth centuries making the Balkans and the trained as a goldsmith before working at illuminate the past and explain the DR MONICA BOHM-DUCHEN is a England. As an academic, specialising in South Black Sea Region a specific area for study. De Beers, where she valued and graded rough London-based freelance lecturer, writer Asia and wider aspects of imperial history, present and, when Minerva close- diamonds. As a polished diamond dealer she and curator, who has worked for the she taught as a Fellow of Girton College, in MR STEPHEN DUFFY has recently retired worked in Antwerp, Tel Aviv and Mumbai, and cruises iconic coastlines, their deck Courtauld Institute of Art, Sotheby’s Manchester University, and then in Oxford, as as Senior Curator at the Wallace later joined Philips Auctioneers. For 14 years she talks add an extra dimension to your Institute of Art, Tate, the Royal Academy Beit Professor of Commonwealth History and Collection. Educated at Oxford was a senior specialist and auctioneer in the of Arts and Birkbeck College. She has lectured for Professorial Fellow of Balliol College (1990- University, his specialist interest is the art experience of countries, cultures and jewellery department at Sotheby’s, London. NADFAS since 2011. Her latest book, Art and 2011). Most of her writing has been on modern of the late eighteenth and early Joanna is a Freeman of the City of London and landscapes. the Second World War, was published in 2013. Indian politics (with biographical studies of nineteenth centuries, but he is also fascinated by Liveryman of the Goldsmiths Company. Gandhi and of Nehru), the South Asian diaspora, many other periods. A very experienced lecturer DR ALAN BORG CBE FSA started his and more generally on the British empire. She and exhibition organiser, his books include The MR GEORGE HART was principal lecturer on museum career in the Royal Armouries in the trained for ordination at Cuddesdon. Discovery of Paris, Richard Parkes Bonington and the British Museum’s antiquities Tower of London, moving in 1978 to become (with Jo Hedley) The Wallace Collection’s collections from Egypt, Greece, the the first Director of the Sainsbury Centre for the MR ANDY BUNTEN is an obsessive enthusiast Pictures: A Complete Catalogue. Levant and the civilisations of the ancient Visual Arts at the University of East Anglia. He about wildlife, who obtained degrees in Zoology world. For 12 years he was Chairman of was subsequently appointed Director General and Environmental Technology at Newcastle and CANON ANDREW EVANS is an honorary the Friends of the Petrie Museum of Egyptian of the Imperial War Museum, and from 1995 Imperial College, before embarking on a career Canon of Bristol Cathedral and former Area Archaeology, and is on the Board of Trustees of Director of the V&A. He is currently Librarian in nature conservation. He has worked for local Dean of North Wiltshire. Currently the Team the Egypt Exploration Society. He is also an of the Venerable Order of St John and Vice government, wildlife trusts, and, for 26 years, the Rector of Bridport in Dorset, Andrew has editorial advisor on its bulletin, Egyptian President of the Foundling Museum. RSPB. Now a Consultant, Andy is an enthusiastic worked as an Officiating Chaplain for HM Archaeology. He has written books on Egyptian traveller who has led wildlife groups to numerous Forces and is a Chaplain for the Royal British MR CHRISTOPHER BRADLEY is a mythology and religion and is the author of a destinations around the world. Legion and Royal Naval Association. Andrew is a NADFAS lecturer specialising in is a contemporary historian and member of two-volume history of the Pharaohs. North Africa and the Middle East. He is DR PETER CADDICK-ADAMS TD FRHS the British Association for Local History. His PROFESSOR CHARLES HIGHAM FBA is also a guidebook writer and was educated at Sandhurst and Wolverhampton recent areas of research have included the rural Research Professor at the University of Otago, photographer; his latest books include University. Since May 1999 he has lectured at the temperance movement and he is a member of New Zealand, a Fellow of the Royal Society The Berlitz Guides to Oman 2011 and Egypt Red UK Defence Academy where he gained his PhD. local groups preparing to commemorate the of New Zealand and an Honorary Fellow of Sea Coast 2012 and Insight Guide to Egypt 2009. He has also served in the Regular and Reserve centenary of the outbreak of the Great War. St Catharine’s College, Cambridge. For over Dr Steve Kershaw – Classics He has also worked as a cameraman and TV Forces and was NATO Historian in Bosnia MR OLIVER EVERETT CVO is Librarian 40 years he has undertaken archaeological producer for the National Geographic, BBC and (1996-7), and UK Historian in Iraq (2003). His Emeritus of the Royal Library, Windsor fieldwork in Southeast Asia and southern China, Channel 4. recent books are Monty and Rommel: Parallel Castle, where he was Librarian and his most recent research involving the origins We are delighted to introduce some She received her PhD from SOAS in 2003 and a Lives (2011) and Monte Cassino: Ten Armies in DR ROBERT BRADNOCK is a Senior Assistant Keeper of the Royal Archives, of the civilisation of Angkor. His books include of the Guest Speakers who will be post-doctoral fellowship from the CSJR (Centre Hell (2012). One of the UK’s most experienced Visiting Research Fellow in Geography at King’s 1985-2002. He was in the Foreign & an Encyclopaedia of Asian Civilisations, The travelling on Minerva in 2015/2016. for the Study of Japanese Religions) at SOAS in battlefield guides, Peter has led over 200 visits to College London and Associate Research Fellow Commonwealth Office, 1967-78, including Civilisation of Angkor and Early Mainland Please also refer to individual 2003/4. Her area of research interest is Buddhist more than 50 battlefields around the world. art of Japan, particularly focusing on the Shinto- at Chatham House. His main interests are in postings in India and Spain. He was Assistant Southeast Asia: from First Humans to Angkor. itinerary pages. the fields of geopolitics and environment. He DR PETER CATTERMOLE Formerly a Private Secretary to the Prince of Wales, 1978-80 Buddhist syncretism in medieval Japan. She has PROFESSOR TOM HIGHAM is a Professor was Director of the Geopolitics Research Centre lecturer in volcanology and planetary geology and Private Secretary to Diana, Princess of Wales, PROFESSOR DAVID ABULAFIA is been teaching History of Japanese Art at SOAS of Archaeological Science at the University at the School of Oriental and African Studies, at the Universities of Sheffield and UCW 1981-83. He lectures widely in Britain and Professor of Mediterranean History at since 2007. of Oxford. He is a specialist in archaeological a founder of the Journal Geopolitics, and Head Aberystwyth, Peter was for many years a Principal abroad. Cambridge University and Fellow of the British dating, using radiocarbon methods. He is also PROFESSOR IAN BECKETT FRHistS is of the Department of Geography at SOAS. His Investigator with NASA’s Planetary Geology and Academy. He has written extensively on the MARTIN GAYFORD has written prolifically the Director of the Advanced Studies Centre Professor of Military History at the major research has been in the political and Geophysics Program, specialising in the study of history of the Mediterranean and Atlantic, about art and music, contributing regularly to at Keble College, Oxford, where he is a Fellow University of Kent. Having previously environmental geography of South Asia and its volcanoes on Mars and Venus. Peter has travelled especially southern Italy, Sicily and Spain. His newspapers, magazines and exhibition catalogues. by Special Election. He is originally from New held chairs in both Britain and the region. His latest book is An Atlas of South Asian widely, working in South America, the Atlantic best-selling The Great Sea: A Human History of He has written books about Van Gogh, Constable, Zealand. United States, he is currently Chairman Affairs. Islands and the Mediterranean. He has written the Mediterranean was published by Penguin Michelangelo and published a volume of of the Council of the Army Records Society and 20 books and many academic papers, several in PROFESSOR CAROLE HILLENBRAND Books in 2011 for which he was awarded one of PROFESSOR DAVID BRAUND MA PhD conversations with David Hockney. Lucian Freud Secretary of the Buckinghamshire Military collaboration with the late Sir Patrick Moore. OBE FBA is currently Professor of Islamic the inaugural British Academy Medals in 2013. (Cantab) DLitt (Batumi) has been working in painted and etched his portrait, an experience he Museum Trust. He is internationally known for History at the University of St Andrews. In 2005 the Mediterranean and in the Black Sea region described in Man with a Blue Scarf (2010). PROFESSOR CHRISTOPHER ANDREW his work on the First World War and on the for over 30 years, mostly on ancient history and is Emeritus Professor of Modern and history of the British Army. archaeology. He has spent most of his career at Contemporary History at Cambridge University, MARTIN BELL first worked as a BBC war Exeter University, where he has been Professor of Honorary Professor at Queen’s University, correspondent, covering difficult and dangerous Black Sea & Mediterranean History since 1996. Belfast, former Visiting Professor at Harvard, news stories around the world. He later stood as Fluent in Russian, Georgian and Modern Greek, Toronto and Canberra, and Honorary Air an independent candidate in the General Election he is currently completing a book on Artemis Commodore. Christopher Andrew’s Defence of of 1997, winning the Tatton seat with an 11,000 and Aphrodite. In 2014 he is an Onassis Fellow the Realm, written as Official Historian of MI5, majority, becoming as he put it, ‘an accidental in Greece. was 2010’s ‘Politics’ best-seller. Member of Parliament’. Martin Bell left politics SIR TONY BRENTON KCMG is a DR MERI ARICHI is Senior Teaching Fellow in 2001 and now acts as an ambassador for distinguished British diplomat and a fellow of in the Department of History of Art and UNICEF and as an outspoken critic of the state Wolfson College Cambridge where he is writing Archaeology at SOAS, the University of London. of journalism today.
88 89 Stoppard’s Travesties and at the Royal Court in Classical World (2nd ed. 2008), Image and Text India's Unending Journey and India: The Road Ubu Roi and Pirates. He played the title role in in Graeco-Roman Antiquity (2009), The Iliad in Ahead, and appears as a regular presenter on Sherlock Holmes-The Musical at the Bristol Old a Nutshell: Visualizing Epic on the Tabulae Iliacae Radio 4’s ‘Something Understood’. Vic and then on a national tour. He toured Alan (2011) and The Art of the Body: Antiquity and its THE RT REVD DR MICHAEL Bennett’s Single Spies, playing both Guy Burgess Legacy (2011). TURNBULL CBE DL, formerly Bishop of and Anthony Blunt, and more recently played MISS SARAH STANIFORTH worked for Rochester and Bishop of Durham, has been a the eponymous hero in Jeffrey Bernard Is Unwell. the National Trust from guest speaker with Swan Hellenic for a number His 30 films include the original Italian Job(!) 1985-2014, most recently of years and specialises in relating cruise Ken Russell’s Mahler and Tommy, Liliana as Museums and Collections Director. She read destinations to their religious histories and their Cavani’s Beyond Good And Evil, Merchant Ivory’s chemistry at Oxford University and studied relevance to contemporary political events. He Jane Austen In Manhattan, The Thirty-Nine Steps paintings conservation at the Courtauld Institute also speaks about the interpretation of religious and most recently Colour Me Kubrick with John of Art. She is President of the International art, the history of tourism and the ethics of she was awarded the King Faisal International DR STEVE KERSHAW As a Classics Tutor for wove the maritime tapestry at the bottom of the Malkovich. He has best actor awards from both Institute for Conservation and has a number of warfare. the Venice and Paris film festivals. other non-executive roles. Her professional Prize in Islamic Studies – the first non-Muslim Oxford University Department for world. PROFESSOR WILLIAM VAUGHAN ever to receive this award. She has published six Continuing Education, Professor of PROFESSOR SIR GHILLEAN PRANCE interests include buildings and collections DAME JENNI MURRAY is University FSA is Professor Emeritus in History of Art at books and many articles on the Crusades, Islam, History of Art for Rhodes College and FRS VMH, is a former Director of the Royal conservation, museum and heritage management Lecturer in Ancient History, Fellow of Oriel Birkbeck College, University of London and and Muslim history. She was awarded an OBE in the University of the South, and as a Botanic Gardens Kew and an expert on the and bringing historic places to life through College, Oxford, and an associate priest in the Senior Research Fellow, Tate Britain. He is also the 2009 New Year’s Honours List. lecturer for the V&A, Steve Kershaw has travelled Amazon, having led annual expeditions there excellent standards of presentation and parish of Littlemore. A historian of culture a Trustee of the Art Fund. He is a specialist on extensively in the world of the Greeks and for more than 25 years. He has also lived with interpretation. PROFESSOR ROBERT HILLENBRAND and mentalité, she has written extensively on Romanticism, particularly in Britain, America Romans both physically and intellectually. His at least 16 Indian tribes to understand the FBA taught Byzantine art for many years Greek and Roman education, ethics, and early PROFESSOR CHRISTOPHER STILLMAN, and Northern Europe. He has organized several books include A Brief Guide to the Greek Myths relationship between plants and humans and spent 40 years at Trinity College Dublin studying exhibitions, including one on the German artist at Edinburgh University. He is an Emeritus Christianity. She has also written two popular collected more than 450 Amazonian plants new and A Brief History of the Roman Empire. geology and volcanology, ancient and modern, Caspar David Friedrich (Tate) and one on Professor of Fine Art at Edinburgh University, religious books: Seasons of the Spirit and Every- to science. and is currently Professor of Islamic Art at St MR STUART LAING was elected Master of Person Ministry. in many parts of the world, including Iceland, the British landscapist Samuel Palmer (British Andrew’s University. His 170 publications Corpus Christi College, Cambridge, in 2008, PROFESSOR SANDY PRIMROSE MBE the Canaries, and southern Italian volcanoes Museum and Metropolitan Museum of Art, New LORD JOHN JULIAS NORWICH, 2nd include prize-winning books on Islamic following a career in the British Foreign Service. BSC PHD is a microbiologist with degrees from including Vesuvius, the Aeolian Islands and Etna. York). Viscount Norwich, spent twelve years in H.M. the Universities of Strathclyde and California. Since retirement his interests have extended into architecture and Islamic painting. He has held Specialising in Arab and Middle Eastern affairs, PROFESSOR KEITH WARD FBA has Forces Service, with posts at the Embassies in After undertaking research in Australia he became environmental issues related to climate change visiting professorships at seven universities and he served in Saudi Arabia and in Cairo and held lecturer posts in Logic at the University Belgrade and Beirut and at the Disarmament an academic at the universities of Edinburgh and was Slade Professor of Art at Cambridge in 2008. then as Deputy Ambassador in Riyadh. He and the degradation of the natural world caused Conference in Geneva. He has been General Warwick. More recently Sandy has been running of Glasgow, Philosophy at St Andrew’s and was appointed High Commissioner to Brunei, by mining and the inexorable growth of the PROFESSOR ANDREW HOPKINS is Editor of Great Architecture of the World, The a technology consultancy, acting as an advisor Philosophy of Religion at King’s College Ambassador in Muscat and Ambassador in world’s population. Associate Professor at the University of Italian World, The New Shell Guides to Great to various government agencies, serving on the London. He was Fellow, Dean and Director of Kuwait. Stuart researches on Arab and East L’Aquila and is a recognised authority on Britain and the Oxford Illustrated Encyclopaedia Board of the Health Protection Agency and is SIR ROY STRONG FRSL is an historian, Studies in Philosophy and in Theology at Trinity African history and is the co-author of a book Italian architecture. He has been a fellow of Art. On radio, Lord Norwich was for four Chairman of a number of early-stage companies. broadcaster, diarist and gardener. He is a former Hall Cambridge, where he was also Lecturer in on Omani-British history, Unshook Till the End at Harvard University’s Villa I Tatti in years Chairman of the popular panel game My Director of the V&A and of the National Portrait Divinity. He was the F D Maurice Professor of of Time. MRS KIM J SAUNDERS has lived, worked and Gallery. A prolific writer on a wide range of Moral and Social Theology at the University of Florence, the Center for Advanced Studies in the Word. For television he has written and presented travelled in Asia for more than 20 years, and lived subject matter his latest books are Visions of London, where he was later Professor and Head Visual Arts at the National Gallery in Washington REAR ADMIRAL JOHN LIPPIETT CB some thirty historical documentary films on in Singapore from 1999 and currently Malaysia. England (2011) and Self-Portrait as a Young of Department of History and Philosophy of D.C., the Getty Research Institute in Los Angeles CBE had a 36 year career in the Royal Navy subjects which include the Fall of Constantinople, Her professional expertise as a teacher and writer and at the British School at Rome. His books culminating in three jobs as Rear Admiral. His Napoleon’s Hundred Days, Cortes and Montezuma, includes the history, ethnography, religions, arts Man (2013). He has a keen interest in the British Religion. An ordained priest in the Church of include Italian Architecture from Michelangelo to book, War and Peas: Intimate Letters from Maximilian of Mexico and the Knights of Malta. and cultures of the region. Her independent Raj and in recent years has been exploring what England, he was, until 2003, Regius Professor of Borromini (Thames & Hudson’s World of Art the Falklands War, based on his experiences Lord Norwich is Chairman of the Venice in Peril research is focussed on the contemporary textiles remains of its architecture and artefacts on the Divinity at Oxford. Indian subcontinent. series (2002), and Baldassare Longhena and ‘Down South’, was broadcast on BBC radio to Fund & Co-Chairman of the World Monuments of south-east Asia. DR CHRISTOPHER WHITTON is a Venetian Baroque Architecture for Yale University commemorate the 25th anniversary of the war. Fund. MR MICHAEL SAUNDERS graduated MR NEIL TAYLOR is a specialist in 20th Lecturer in Classics at Cambridge University, Press (2012). He became Chief Executive of the Mary Rose MR JEREMY PATERSON taught ancient from New College Oxford with a Modern century political history with particular reference where he teaches Greek and Latin language Trust in 2003 and has overseen the creation of a PROFESSOR TONY HOPKINS is Emeritus history for nearly 40 years at Newcastle University, History degree. He has worked in Asia for over to the former communist countries. After a and literature. His research focuses on the stunning new museum which opened in 2013. Smuts Professor of Commonwealth History at where he was also Dean of Arts. He studied 25 years, in senior management positions for career in the travel business which involved literature and cultural history of the Roman the University of Cambridge and a Fellow of MR NIGEL McGILCHRIST was a scholar at in Oxford and at the British School at Rome. multinationals and now runs his own business frequent tours behind the Iron Curtain and empire, including a recent commentary on Pliny Pembroke College. He is known for his work Winchester College and a First Class graduate Although primarily a social and economic historian, consultancy, Aspects of Asia. He lectures on the to East Asia, he now divides his time between the Younger’s Letters, but his interests extend on international history, the British Empire, from Oxford, and has lived and worked in the his research and publications range widely and history and development of Southeast Asia and London and Tallinn. His most recent book is the across the ancient Mediterranean world. He is and globalization. He is a Fellow of the British Mediterranean – Italy, Greece and Turkey – for include the ancient wine trade, the archaeology of is currently writing a history of Singapore and Bradt Guide to Estonia (2014). also Director of Music at Emmanuel College, Cambridge. Academy and holds honorary doctorates from 30 years. He is author of the twenty-volume the Roman Empire, early Christianity, and Cicero. researching aspects of Southeast Asia’s WWII THE REVD CANON ANGELA TILBY is the Universities of Stirling and Birmingham. series of cultural guides to the Greek Islands, He also chairs the Minimus project to introduce military history. He works with Singapore’s a residentary canon of Christ Church Oxford ROSALIND WHYTE is an experienced Ministries of Defence and Education and leads PROFESSOR MARK HORTON FSA is McGilchrist’s Greek Islands, and of the Blue Guide Latin in primary schools. and responsible for the Continuing Ministerial guide and lecturer at Tate Britain and to The Aegean Islands. He lectures widely in art specialist training courses for Singapore’s tourist Tate Modern. She is also a docent at the Professor in Archaeology at the University of PROFESSOR GERVASE PHINN, taught Development within the Oxford Diocese. Angela and archaeology at museums and institutions in guides on the heritage of Singapore. He is a Royal Academy, a regular lecturer at Bristol and one of the presenters of the BAFTA in a range of schools for fourteen years before spent 22 years as a producer within the BBC's Europe and the USA. Fellow of the Royal Asiatic Society. Dulwich Picture Gallery and to various award-winning BBC2 Coast programme. He becoming an education adviser and schools Religious Department, initiating and producing studied for his PhD at Cambridge University. He major documentary projects for radio and independent art societies throughout the United THE REVD PROFESSOR TERESA inspector. He is now a freelance lecturer, PROFESSOR GARY SHEFFIELD is Kingdom and abroad. She has represented the has directed archaeological excavations in many MORGAN is Broadcaster, writer and broadcaster and writer, a consultant for the Professor of War Studies at the University of television. After ordination she became Tutor parts of the world, including the Caribbean, and then Vice-Principal of Westcott House and Tate as a cruise speaker, and has lectured distinguished supporter of Humanism. Jenni Open University, Honorary Fellow of St John’s Wolverhampton. A leading military historian with independently on Baltic cruises and leads art East Africa, Egyptian Nubia and the United then, for nearly five years, she was vicar of St Murray, made a Dame Commander of the British College, York. He has published many articles, particular expertise in the two world wars, he has appreciation holidays to various British locations. Kingdom. Bene't's Church. Well-known to Radio 4 listeners Empire in the Queens Birthday Honours List in chapters and books and edited a wide range published many books including, most recently, She has a BA and MA from Goldsmith’s College as a contributor to 'Thought for the Day' she THE RT REVD GRAHAM JAMES read 2011, has one of the best loved voices on BBC of poetry and short story collections. Gervase The First World War in 100 Objects (2013) and A and an MA from Birkbeck College. history at the University of Lancaster and radio, where she has been the regular presenter is probably best known for his best selling Short History of the First World War (forthcoming is interested in history, spirituality and world in 2014). He regularly broadcasts on radio and religions. completed his theological training at Oxford of Womans Hour since 1987. In 1998 she was autobiographical novels: The Other Side of the Additional speakers will be added in due course and prior to his ordination in 1975. He was nominated Radio Broadcaster of the Year and Dale, Over Hill and Dale and Head Over Heels television, writes for the national press, and leads SIR MARK TULLY KBE was born in information will be available on our website at appointed Bishop of St Germans in his native in 2007 she became a member of the Radio in the Dales. Gervase remains a natural storyteller tours to the world's battlefields. Calcutta. Based in Delhi he was the BBC’s India www.swanhellenic.com Cornwall in 1993 and translated to Norwich in Academy Hall of Fame. She was recently given a and one of the most accomplished public DR MICHAEL SQUIRE is Lecturer in correspondent for 22 years, becoming known as Please note that Guest Speakers accompanying each cruise 1999. He is the lead bishop for the Church of lifetime achievement by the Media Society. She speakers of any kind. Classics at King's College London, with a special the ‘voice of India’. He was knighted in 2002. may change without notice. Final information on your England on media issues. He entered the House also writes regularly for various newspapers and guest speakers will be received on board. THE RT REVD STEPHEN PLATTEN, interest in Graeco-Roman art and the history of Since leaving the BBC in 1994 he has written of Lords in 2004, and currently serves on the magazines, and is the author of several books. recently retired as Bishop of Wakefield, is a well- its reception. His books include Panorama of the several books including India in Slow Motion, Select Committee on Communications. She is a feminist and critic of the institute of travelled ambassador in international affairs, and marriage, a supporter of the right to die when PROFESSOR COLIN JONES FBA is was for a number of years lead speaker on this one choses, patron of several charities including Professor of History at Queen Mary University for the Bishops in the House of Lords. A former the Family Planning Association and the of London and an historian of France. He has lecturer in theology and Dean of Norwich, he Breast Cancer Campaign, and vice-president of taught at universities in Britain, France and the has written widely on theology and its historical Parkinson's UK. United States. President of the Royal Historical and literary background. He is at present Rector Society (2009-2012), his books include The CAPT CHRIS MORRISON is no stranger of St Michael’s Cornhill in the City of London Cambridge Illustrated History of France (1994), to the Southern Oceans and his talks will cover and an assistant Bishop in that Diocese. The Great Nation: France from Louis XV to the broad range of maritime history including: ROBERT POWELL Extensive theatre credits Napoleon (2002), Paris: Biography of a City conflict both recent and historical; exploration include repertory seasons in Stoke, Scarborough (2004) and, forthcoming in summer 2014, The and discovery; the birth pangs of nations and and Bolton. He has worked in the West End, Smile Revolution in 18th-century Paris. their navies; the Merchant Navy and trade; and with the Royal Shakespeare Company in Tom the plans and decisions - good and bad - which
90 91
Call Swan Hellenic on 1800 OCEANS (623 267) or visit au.swanhellenic.com VOICES OF EXPERIENCE
PROFESSOR IAN DR PETER CAROLINE HOLMES BECKETT FRHistS CATTERMOLE is a is an internationally is Professor of Military former university lecturer renowned garden historian, History at the University in planetary geology and lecturer, designer and of Kent. Previously he has volcanology and worked for author fascinated by held chairs in both Britain many years as a Principal how people and plants Our renowned and the United States. He is Investigator with NASA on have historically shaped Chairman of the Council of the volcanoes of Mars. Now landscapes and what we the Army Records Society and Secretary a freelance writer and lecturer he continues to can learn from them. Caroline lectures Guest Speakers of the Buckinghamshire Military travel widely, explaining modern geological for the Royal Horticultural Society, Museum Trust. He is internationally ideas. With a life-long interest in astronomy, NADFAS, museums and galleries and known for his work on the First World War, he appeared regularly on BBC TV’s Sky at is also a part-time tutor for the University of and on the history of the British Army. Night programme. Cambridge’s ICE. She devised and designed the Humanist Renaissance gardens around - Europe DR ANN BIRCHALL SIR RICHARD DALES Notre Dame de Calais FSA is an archaeologist KCVO CMG is a former of international repute Ambassador to Norway specialising in the history, and High Commissioner in REAR ADMIRAL JOHN art and archaeology of the Zimbabwe. He retired in LIPPIETT CB MBE Mediterranean. She was 2002 after 38 years in the had a 36-year career in the Assistant Keeper, Greek Diplomatic Service where Royal Navy culminating in and Roman Antiquities, most of his postings were three jobs as Rear Admiral: British Museum. She has been involved in to either Africa or Scandinavia, including two Flag Officer Sea Training excavations both in the UK and abroad. She is spells in Denmark. Since retirement, he has (1997-1999), Chief of an author and broadcaster on both radio and been Chairman of the Anglo-Norse Society Staff to NATO Forces TV and presented an award-winning two-part and a member of the Governing Council of the and Senior British Officer in the Southern BBC TV documentary on her excavations of University of East Anglia and was Chairman of Region – based in Naples (1999-2002) – and one of Nelson’s ships, HMS Colossus. International Alert from 2006 to 2010. finally Commandant of the Joint Services Command and Staff College (2002-2003). His PROFESSOR JEREMY CANON ANDREW book, War and Peas; Intimate Letters from the BLACK MBE studied EVANS is an honorary Falklands War, was broadcast on BBC radio to at Queens’ College Canon of Bristol Cathedral commemorate the 25th anniversary of the war. Cambridge, St John’s and currently the Team He became Chief Executive of the Mary Rose College Oxford, and Rector of Bridport in Trust in 2003. Merton College Oxford Dorset. He is also a before joining the Chaplain for the Royal PETER MAWBY has University of Durham as a British Legion and the travelled widely and is a lecturer in 1980. There he gained his Royal Naval Association. Before becoming a regular and highly successful PhD and ultimately his professorship parish priest Andrew taught for 17 years and cruise ship lecturer. Peter in 1994. He joined Exeter University was a Deputy Head Teacher. A contemporary is currently researching as Established Chair in History in 1996, historian by training, Andrew is particularly the environmental impact specialising in post-1500 military history, interested in the history of the Royal Navy of changing patterns of 18th-century British history, international during the 18th to 20th centuries. agriculture on the birds of relations, cartographic and newspaper history. the Western Dales, working in conjunction with Jeremy Paterson - Historian A renowned expert on the history of war, he PROFESSOR CAROLE the Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority, has written more than 100 books. HILLENBRAND OBE the British Trust for Ornithology and the is Honorary Professorial Environment Agency. He is now in great PROFESSOR GRAHAM ARCHER DR COLLEEN BATEY ANDY BUNTEN is an Fellow and former Head of demand to speak to enthusiasts from the RSPB, CHRISTOPHER CMG is a former British is Senior Lecturer in obsessive enthusiast about Islamic and Middle Eastern Scottish Ornithologists Club and regional ANDREW is Emeritus High Commissioner in Archaeology at the wildlife, who obtained Studies at the University Wildlife Trusts. Professor of Modern and Malta. As a diplomat he University of Glasgow with degrees in Zoology and of Edinburgh. In 2005 Contemporary History specialised in international extensive experience of Environmental Technology she was awarded the King NIGEL MCGILCHRIST at Cambridge University, relations and conflict excavation and publication at Newcastle and Imperial Faisal International Prize in Islamic Studies – was a scholar at Winchester Honorary Professor at resolution, and he has in the arena of Viking College, before embarking the first non-Muslim to receive this award. An College and a First Class Queen’s University Belfast, travelled widely in Europe and Late Norse Culture on a career in nature author of several books and many articles on graduate from Oxford, and © Historic Scotland former Visiting Professor at Harvard, Toronto and the Mediterranean. He is a Companion of the North Atlantic conservation. He has worked for local medieval Islamic history, she was awarded an has lived and worked in and Canberra, former MI5 Official Historian of the Order of St Michael and St George and and Scotland. She has travelled widely in the government, wildlife trusts and, for 26 years, OBE in the 2009 New Year’s Honours List. the Mediterranean – Italy, and Honorary Air Commodore. His books a Knight of the Venerable Order of St John. British Isles, Scandinavia and North America as the RSPB. He was RSPB’s Regional Director Greece and Turkey – for include international best-sellers on the role Since retirement from the Diplomatic Service a Guest Lecturer and over the past 13 years has for the South East of England for five years PROFESSOR ROBERT 30 years. He is author of and influence of secret intelligence in Russia he has been a regular lecturer on current also worked as an Expedition Team member in before, in 1991, moving to the North of HILLENBRAND FBA the 20-volume series of cultural guides to the and Britain. affairs, he has been a Deputy Chairman of the the Arctic, Baltic and Black Sea regions. England to take up the reins of Director there. has long-standing research Greek Islands, McGilchrist’s Greek Islands, South East Region of the National Trust and Now a Consultant, Andy is an enthusiastic interests in the clash of and of the Blue Guide to The Aegean Islands. is currently a council member of the Royal traveller who has led wildlife groups to civilisations, especially He lectures widely in art and archaeology Overseas League. numerous destinations around the world. between East and West. An at museums and institutions in Europe and Emeritus Professor of Fine the USA. Art at Edinburgh University, his publications include studies on mosques, palaces and decorative arts in Islamic Spain.
92 Call Swan Hellenic on 1800 OCEANS (623 267) or visit au.swanhellenic.com 93 VOICES OF EXPERIENCE
Nauplia, Greece
THE MOST REV’D DR JEREMY PATERSON PROFESSOR GERVASE CHRISTINE THE RT REVD NEIL TAYLOR is a BARRY MORGAN has taught ancient history PHINN taught in a SKELMERSDALE TIM STEVENS read specialist in 20th century been Bishop of Llandaff for nearly 40 years at range of schools for 14 has been an enthusiastic Classics and English at political history with since 1999 and Archbishop Newcastle University, years before becoming an gardener since childhood Cambridge and worked particular reference to of Wales since 2003, having where he was also Dean educational adviser and and has been Managing for the British Overseas France and the former previously been Bishop of of Arts. He studied at schools inspector. He is Director of Broadleigh Airways Corporation communist countries. Bangor from 1993-9. He Oxford and at the British now a freelance lecturer, Gardens, a nursery which and the Foreign and After a career in the travel read History at London School at Rome. Although broadcaster and writer, specialises in smaller bulbs, Commonwealth Office business which involved and Theology at Cambridge, having served primarily a social and economic historian, his a consultant for the Open University and woodland and foliage plants, for 40 years. An prior to ordination in 1976. He was appointed frequent tours to East Asia, he now divides his in turn as a university lecturer, parish priest, research and publications range widely and Honorary Fellow of St John’s College, York. inspirational lecturer, she lectures widely in Bishop of Leicester in 1999 and retired in time between London and Tallinn. His most director of ordinands, and archdeacon. He is a include the ancient wine trade, the archaeology He has published many articles, chapters and Britain and abroad both on gardening topics 2015. He was Convenor of the Bishops’ Bench recent book is the Bradt Guide to Baltic Cities. Fellow of six Welsh universities, a Fellow of the of the Roman Empire, early Christianity, and books and edited a wide range of poetry and and plants in the wild. Author of Creative in the House of Lords between 2009 and Learned Society of Wales and Pro-Chancellor Cicero. He also chairs the Minimus project short story collections. Gervase is probably best Gardening with Bulbs (1989), she writes 2015 and a member of the Select Committee of the University of Wales. He has published a to introduce Latin in primary schools. He known for his best-selling autobiographical articles and reviews for a number of gardening on Lords Reform. He is currently Chair of number of articles and books, his latest being a has lectured and travelled extensively in the novels The Other Side of the Dale, Over Hill and publications and published Gardeners Guide to Common Purpose UK. Additional speakers will be added in due course study of the religious poetry of R S Thomas. Mediterranean region. Dale and Head Over Heels in the Dales. Gervase Bulbs in July 2012. Christine was a member of and information will be available on our website at www.swanhellenic.com remains a natural storyteller and one of the the Council for the RHS for 11 years. Please note that Guest Speakers accompanying each cruise most accomplished public speakers of any kind. may change without notice. Final information on your Guest Speakers will be received on board.
94 Call Swan Hellenic on 1800 OCEANS (623 267) or visit au.swanhellenic.com 95 A WIDE CHOICE OF CABINS
DELUXE BALCONY SUITE, Category B – a choice of 12 Stylish and These Deluxe Balcony Suites feature a deep teak deck balcony with floor-to ceiling patio doors and are 31.13m² including balcony (which measures 9.38m2). Featuring a separate sitting area with sofa, chair, table, flat screen TV, refrigerator and tea and coffee making facilities, all Deluxe Balcony well-appointed Suites on the starboard side have en suite shower facilities while all those on the port side have en suites with baths. With our compliments: A welcome bottle of Champagne and mineral water on embarkation. Mini Bar: first set up is complimentary. Fruit Basket: replenished balcony suites on a daily basis. Complimentary return chauffeur service within 75 miles - see page 24.
inerva now offers 44 Mbalcony suites – some of the most spacious and comfortable balcony suites afloat – as well as a choice of eight other categories of outside and inside cabins. All cabins are twin-bedded and if requested at the time of booking can be made into a single queen bed.
OWNER’S SUITE, Category A – Discovery or Explorer Suites – SUPERIOR BALCONY SUITE, Category C – a choice of 10 BALCONY SUITE, Category D – a choice of 20 AEGEAN DECK CABIN OUTSIDE, Category F & G – a choice of 2 unique suites These Superior Balcony Suites, feature a balcony with floor to ceiling patio These Balcony Suites, feature an expansive teak deck balcony with floor- a choice of 56 These premier suites are 34.30m² in total, incorporating a private balcony doors. Overall cabin area of 30.70m² includes the balcony (which measures to-ceiling patio doors bringing the total size inclusive of balcony to 28m² These outside cabins on Aegean Deck range from 12.1m² to 13m² in size measuring 7.5m2 with floor-to-ceiling patio doors, and a separate sitting area 7.5m2). Featuring a separate sitting area with sofa, chair, table, flat screen TV, (balcony measures 7.10m2). Featuring a separate sitting area with sofa, chair, and feature large picture windows. All Aegean Deck cabins (including inside with sofa, chair, table, flat=screen TV, refrigerator and tea/coffee-making refrigerator and tea and coffee making facilities, all Superior Balcony Suites on table, flat screen TV and refrigerator, all Balcony Suites on the starboard side cabins, Categories K & L) feature en suites with showers. facilities. The Owner’s Suite on the starboard side has en suite shower facilities the starboard side have en suite shower facilities, while all those on the port have en suite shower facilities, while all those on the port side have en suites Outside cabins on Baltic Deck, Categories H & I, are similar but have two while the Owner’s Suite on the port side has en suite bath facilities. side have en suites with baths. with baths. portholes instead of picture windows. All cabins on Baltic Deck (including With our compliments: Champagne on embarkation: replenished free of charge on With our compliments: A welcome bottle of Champagne and bottled mineral water on With our compliments: Bottled mineral water: first set up is complimentary. Mini Bar: inside cabins, Categories M & N) feature en suites with showers. embarkation. Mini Bar: first set up is complimentary. Fruit Basket: replenished on a daily charged as consumed. request. Bottled mineral water: replenished free of charge on request. Mini Bar: replenished With our compliments: A welcome bottle of mineral water on embarkation. as per consumption. Fruit Basket: replenished on daily basis. Canapés: served on daily basis. basis. Complimentary return chauffeur service within 75 miles -see page 24. Complimentary return chauffeur service within 75 miles -see page 24.
96 Call Swan Hellenic on 1800 OCEANS (623 267) or visit au.swanhellenic.com 7 TRAVEL INSURANCE JOINING YOUR CRUISE us by the port authorities that allow the ship entry It is a condition of booking your cruise that Portsmouth to the port of call. In certain countries, Yellow Fever inoculations are mandatory for each passenger you have fully comprehensive travel insurance For cruises departing from and/or returning to valid from the date of deposit being made. We whether or not you intend to proceed ashore. You GENERAL INFORMATION Portsmouth there will be complimentary return will be required to obtain and carry an original will require you to give us details of your travel coach transfers from London Victoria coach insurance company including the policy number. Yellow Fever certificate stamped by an authorised station and Southampton Airport. Pre-booking is Yellow Fever Vaccination Centre. The certificate You must ensure that, as a minimum, it covers required to participate in these transfer services. cancellation for the total value of the cruise, delay itself is valid from 10 days after vaccination for a Embarkation will generally begin three hours period of ten years. If you are excused on medical or curtailment, medical charges, evacuation (form before the ship is due to sail. the vessel) and repatriation costs. We suggest you grounds you will be required to obtain and carry an original Yellow Fever (charges apply) Exemption discuss the various policies that are available with INDEPENDENT TRAVEL your travel agent. Certificate stamped by an authorised Yellow Fever ARRANGEMENTS Vaccination Centre. Certificates will be inspected PASSENGERS WITH The Company will have no responsibility, financial upon embarkation. You will not be able to travel SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS or otherwise, in regard to air, hotel, transport or or embark the ship without a valid certificate as any other arrangements made by passengers stated. Regulations requiring mandatory Yellow Swan Hellenic will always try to accommodate with third parties. Passengers should ensure that Fever Vaccinations and certificates are laid down passengers with special requirements. If you or any such arrangements are transferable and by the local Port and Health Authorities, and the any person travelling with you suffers from any refundable and covered by their travel insurance, vessel will be unable to obtain entrance to certain medical condition, disability or limited mobility in the event of delay, amendment or cancellation ports if the correct paperwork, as stated above, is you must contact our office for advice before any of any of these independent arrangements, or of not available. This requirement may differ from the booking is confirmed. Please read clause 10 of the your cruise. Information regarding embarkation advice given by the World Health Organisation and Booking Conditions – FITNESS TO TRAVEL ON and disembarkation times as well as access your local doctor. Other countries recommend that THE CRUISE SHIP, PREGNANCY, BEHAVIOUR, to the port will be given in your Pre Cruise precautions are taken against Malaria and other DISABILITY OR REDUCED MOBILITY, MEDICAL documentation. Passengers on a cruise only diseases. You should seek advice with regard to AND MOBILITY EQUIPMENT. package must make their own arrangements to your personal itinerary, including pre/post voyage HOTELS & LAND TOURS transfer from the airport to the ship and vice versa. travel, as Malaria advice and/or prophylaxis may This is also applicable to passengers booked on a be recommended. Health advice varies from time Pre- and or post-cruise hotel and land packages pre or post tour whereby passengers must make to time depending on the situation of the country are available with selected cruises. For all the their own arrangements to transfer from the hotel you are visiting. Seasonal influenza vaccination available options, please contact us for all the to the airport and vice versa. is recommended for all passengers. If you do not latest information. The company reserves the right normally enjoy good health, you should consult to assign your hotel based on pre-reserved space your doctor regarding the advisability of taking a at hotels contracted. Hotel rooms are not usually cruise and being away from the usual medical and available until approximately 3.00pm on the day ON BOARD hospital facilities. Your insurance company must be of arrival. Certain land packages and excursions CURRENCY AND PAYMENTS advised of any pre-existing conditions at the time of will not operate if minimum numbers are not booking and of any conditions arising subsequently met and others may have a maximum capacity. On board Minerva all prices are in £ Sterling. prior to departure, otherwise your insurance may The sequence of escorted land tours may vary As there are limited foreign exchange facilities be invalid and you will be responsible for any costs from the brochure. If, for any reason, a hotel or on board, we would recommend that you arising from medical treatment or repatriation. entertainment feature is cancelled or otherwise purchase any currency requirements you We ask you to advise us at the time of booking of unavailable, the company reserves the right to expect to need before you travel. There is little any disability or illness so that we can advise our cancel, make substitutions or omissions and is opportunity to visit banks whilst on excursions. onboard medical team. under no obligation, except that in the event of For purchases ashore, many shops accept most cancellation you will receive a full refund of any Travellers’ Cheques and major Credit Cards. MEDICAL ATTENTION payments received for that service. Please note A cashless system operates on board with We hope you will find it unnecessary to use the that the terms for cancellation by the passenger of passengers settling accounts at the end of the ship’s medical facilities during your voyage. If, any pre-booked land stays and excursions are as cruise. Payment methods – Visa, Mastercard however, the occasion does arise, it is comforting per our general cancellation terms, as detailed in and American Express credit cards (2%-3.5% to know that we do carry a fully qualified doctor Passengers who have never cruised before, or BEFORE YOU GO restricted to allow passengers to participate in our Booking Conditions. surcharge dependent on card used), Visa debit and nurses. The doctor or nurse will make a charge who have not cruised with Swan Hellenic, will shore excursions organised by Swan Hellenic cards only, Travellers Cheques and cash are SHORE EXCURSIONS for their services as well as requiring payment for no doubt have many questions to ask about the RESERVATIONS & PAYMENTS only. If you wish to explore independently in accepted for payment of shipboard accounts. any medicines or drugs needed. Such charges are Shore excursions are included in your cruise Personal cheques and Mastercard debit cards are ship, our operation and many other matters. A deposit of AU$750 per person or 10% of your these countries it will be necessary for you to normally reclaimable under your travel insurance, fare in every port of call, where available. Please not accepted. This section has been written to give you some total holiday cost whichever is greater (or full obtain and purchase an individual visa prior to less any excess, however, you should check your note that the company reserves the right to general information about cruising with us, payment for bookings taken within 119 days of the cruise departure. This information is subject travel insurance product inclusions and exclusions. amend, cancel or substitute an included shore ON BOARD BAR CREDIT and we feel sure during your voyage. Please departure) and a completed booking form are to change and it may be necessary for other In the unlikely event that you require urgent medical excursion and in these circumstances is under no Where on board credit has been allocated, please required to secure your reservation and must be visas to be obtained and purchased. Other attention ashore, we will assist by contacting your note that instructions contained in this section obligation to make a refund. Additional optional note that this is for the use of non alcoholic or received within 7 days of booking. The balance is nationalities should consult their travel agent/ insurer who will make the necessary arrangements form part of our Booking Conditions. Our aim excursions, including some as mentioned in the alcoholic drinks only purchased in the Minerva due from your travel agent no later than 119 days embassy regarding visa/entry requirements. for your treatment and repatriation. is your complete enjoyment of the cruise and brochure, may be available at supplementary bars and restaurants. On board bar credit is prior to your sailing. Please check with your travel agent, applicable our staff, together with the ship’s crew, will do consulate or embassy, or Swan Hellenic before cost. The excursions programme outlined in the non-transferable, non-refundable and cannot be BARS & ALCOHOL all that they can to ensure this. The information WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED travelling to make sure your documentation is brochure may be subject to change. The full Shore exchanged for cash. Please note that bars may have to be closed for given here is correct at the time of printing (May Excursion programme and Booking Form will be Flights; meals other than onboard your cruise in order. Some countries place restrictions on the sale of alcohol and cigarettes in certain waters. 2015), but is subject to change without notice. sent approximately 8 weeks prior to departure. HEALTH, VACCINATIONS & (aboard Minerva); beverages (beer, wine, certain nationalities obtaining group or individual Only alcohol purchased in the ship’s bars and All excursions should be pre-booked although MEDICAL INFORMATION spirits, sodas) travel insurance; optional visas. In such ports you will not be permitted to restaurants may be consumed on Minerva it is possible to book on board (subject to As health regulations are ever changing, we shore excursions; items of a personal nature; disembark. All the information stated is correct at availability). Please note it is not possible to credit recommend that you consult your GP a or travel passport costs or visa fees; vaccinations (if the time of printing, May 2015, and is subject to DINING ARRANGEMENTS the non-use of an included shore excursion in any clinic t least 12 weeks before your intended required); transfers; pre- and/or post cruise hotel change. Swan Hellenic will endeavour to inform Breakfast, lunch and dinner are arranged on an way. The value of shore excursions, up to £650 departure to check the latest requirements for the accommodation and porterage. passengers of any mandatory requirements open sitting basis and may be taken in the Swan and changes in the pre cruise documentation per person, is based on a typical 15-day cruise countries you will be visiting and take a copy of Restaurant or the Veranda. Opening times will vary BOOKINGS which is sent approximately 8 weeks prior to with a combination of full and half day excursions your itinerary and personal travel plans for review according to the daily programme. in the major ports visited including entrance fees with your practitioner. It is your responsibility Bookings in Australia and New Zealand may be the cruise departure. Please note that it is the and guides. to ensure that you are fully protected with the made through your preferred travel agent. responsibility of each passenger to check with TELECOMMUNICATIONS the various embassies or consulates involved in appropriate vaccination certificate(s) for your Our onboard telecommunications systems mean PASSPORTS & VISAS their particular cruise, to ensure that they have ONLINE SERVICES – ALREADY cruise. Vaccination requirements are subject that you are never more than a telephone call away to change without notice. Any passenger Swan Hellenic requires a valid passport with the necessary visas and correct documentation BOOKED from your home or office. All cabins feature direct- arriving at the airport/port without the correct spare pages, valid for at least six months after to enter all the countries visited. Any passengers dial telephones, whilst fax facilities are available at Our website au.swanhellenic.com features an vaccination or exemption certificate (s) will the date of return for all Australian/New Zealand arriving at the departure port/ airport without a Reception. The Internet Lounge, situated on Bridge Already Booked section. Here you will be able be refused permission to board the ship. No citizens. Depending on your cruise itinerary and passport, correct visas (if required) or correct Deck, allows you to access your email account to find useful information such as Frequently passenger refund is applicable. Depending on countries visited, you may need to purchase documentation will be refused permission to (please note certain types of access, including Asked Questions, Your Cruise Book (available 8 the itinerary, passengers should consult their and obtain required visas prior to departure from board the ship/aircraft. Failure in this respect is Skype and other VOIP protocols are blocked due weeks prior to departure) and Partner Services. GP regarding the possibility of taking a course your home country. Full information on visas for not covered by insurance and no refund can be to bandwidth restrictions). This also applies to You can also update your Mandatory Passenger of anti-malarial tablets prior to their departure. your cruise for Australia/New Zealand passport made. Apple and MS programmes, such as iCloud. com Information online. Conditions of entry to each port vary according holders will be sent to you approximately 16 which, because of band width restrictions, are also to the conditions set by each country and port weeks before departure. In some countries group CHILDREN unavailable on board. Internet cards are available authority and may differ to the advice given by visas may also be obtained by Swan Hellenic, There are no recreational facilities for children for purchase on board. WiFi is available for use on the World Health Organisation and doctors. We however, Swan Hellenic may not always be aboard Minerva and reservations for children are personal laptops in certain areas. Satellite coverage have to abide by the latest information given to able to obtain group visas for non UK passport not advised. cannot be guaranteed. Kindle users; please note holders. In some countries group visas are
98 Call Swan Hellenic on 1800 OCEANS (623 267) or visit au.swanhellenic.com 99 travel outside the EU, controls on data protection may not be as strong as the legal requirements in your country of residence. We will only pass your information on to persons responsible for your travel arrangements. This applies to any sensitive information that you give to us such as details of any disabilities or dietary/religious requirements. (If we cannot pass this information to the relevant suppliers, whether in the EU or not, we will be unable to accept your booking). In making your booking you consent to this information being passed on to the relevant persons. Full details of our data protection policy are available upon request. CHANGES TO YOUR CRUISE & ITINERARY The information in this brochure outlines details of our carefully planned programme. Should any subsequent events cause us to change our plans or affect the published itinerary in any way, we will let passengers know as soon as possible. Disembarkation at anchorage ports are subject to local weather and sea state conditions. However, in the event of war or threat of war, political that you will not be able to access the mailbox, on including in cabins and on excursion coaches, is unrest, terrorist activity, piracy, natural or your device, via the onboard WiFi system. Please strictly prohibited. nuclear disaster, we maintain the unreserved use the terminals in the Internet Lounge. right to cancel, postpone or alter without prior EMERGENCY MUSTER DRILL consultation, any itinerary in whole or in part, ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES After embarkation and prior to Minerva setting sail in order to safeguard passengers, the ship and Cabins and suites feature 220 volt current. The use there will be a full emergency muster station drill. employees. See Booking Conditions on pages of hair dryers, electric rollers, curling irons, electric This exercise is to give all passengers precise 64-67. shavers and other small appliances should be information on the correct route from their cabins checked with Reception, but, for safety reasons, to the places where they should muster in an GUEST SPEAKERS/SPECIALIST the use of travel irons and any personal tea/coffee emergency, together with instructions about life ENTERTAINMENT making equipment is strictly prohibited. Each jackets and emergency procedures. This Muster If any of our confirmed Guest Speakers or cabin is equipped with a hairdryer. Drill is a requirement of law and all passengers specialist entertainers are unable to travel on their must attend. allotted cruise, Swan Hellenic reserves the right LAUNDRY & PRESSING to engage alternative Guest Speakers, specialist Valet service is available for laundry and pressing. NOISE entertainers or to alter the advertised programme. A laundry bag and order form are provided in There are all kinds of noise associated with a your cabin wardrobe. Some passengers may wish working vessel when the ship is in motion. We OVERSEAS STANDARDS to make use of the self-service launderette on recognise that tolerance levels vary so please It is a fact of life that when we travel to different Aegean Deck – washing powder is provided. Dry contact the Reservations Department if you countries, we often find that the customs, cleaning is not available on board. require further information before you book traditions and general pace at which things are done can be very different from what we are used WHAT TO WEAR PORTHOLES to in Australia/New Zealand. In so far as standards As a general rule, for days on board and ashore, In rough weather or for operational and security of safety are concerned, the suppliers of services summer clothing/casual wear is the order of the reasons, port hole covers (known as deadlights) must comply with the rules and regulations of day. It should be light, comfortable and easy to may need to be closed. Cabins with port holes their own country and these are not always as strict care for. A sweater and jacket for cooler evenings are located on Baltic Deck. On cruises where the as they are in Australia/New Zealand. Every care and a light raincoat are also advisable. On cruises vessel sails through the Red and Arabian Seas, is taken to contract the best available transport. to northern latitudes, warmer, layered, windproof the vessel is subject to the requirements of the However, standards can vary and not all vehicles clothing will be necessary. On more southerly International Maritime Organisation for anti-piracy. will have air conditioning or seat belts. cruises the weather will usually be suitable for The requirements are designed to protect the ship DANGEROUS GOODS sunbathing, so don’t forget your wrap, bathing from the potential risk of attack, which includes suit, sunglasses, sunhat and sunscreen. For trips the rigging of razor-wire and the closing of the We direct your attention to the fact that it is an ashore and for getting into and out of the ship’s cabin deadlights. The captain is required to offence to carry on board an aircraft or a ship tenders, comfortable, sturdy walking shoes are comply with these requirements, which vary day to any goods of a dangerous or damaging nature. a must. You may also want to bring with you a day dependent upon the reported level of risk. Remember that petrol and other lighter fluids, camera, extra binoculars, an umbrella, sunscreen including fluids for hair curlers, come under the and insect repellent. In certain countries, shorts, terms of the Explosives Act; their inclusion in short skirts, bare arms and shoulders will not be baggage is strictly prohibited. appreciated locally and you may be prohibited GENERAL BROCHURE ACCURACY entry to certain sites. Please refer to the notes The information contained in this brochure is section in the Cruise Book for each excursion. SPECIAL REQUESTS checked for accuracy by our UK staff, our During the day, the general atmosphere on board We are unable to accept ‘conditional bookings’. overseas staff and our agents. Nevertheless, we is informal and casual clothing, including shorts, Please advise any special requests clearly at the would ask you to bear in mind that things can is perfectly acceptable. However, just as at a land time of booking and we will do our best to comply change and often these things can happen based resort, we ask you to cover swimwear when with your wishes. We must point out that failure without our prior knowledge. However, should we entering the ship from the open decks. In the to fulfil a special request cannot be considered a become aware of any long term or permanent evening, the dress code varies according to your breach of Contract on the part of the company. change which is considered to have a permanent chosen restaurant. The Veranda is smart casual; effect upon your enjoyment of the cruise we will for ladies that means dresses or blouses with CHANGE OF ADDRESS do our utmost to advise you. skirts or trousers and, for gentlemen, long trousers We particularly ask you to tell us in writing of any and shirts with collars. In the Swan Restaurant alterations to your address before departure, and gentlemen are required to wear a jacket and tie. in any communication, please state the cruise on As a courtesy to other passengers, the dress which you are travelling code will be observed; please ensure you are correctly dressed to avoid any embarrassment DATA PROTECTION on entering the Swan Restaurant for dinner in the Please be assured that we have methods in place evening. On formal nights (approximately two in to protect the personal booking information held a 15 day cruise), gentlemen are invited to wear by us. This information will be passed on to the black tie or dark suits and ladies to wear evening principal and to the relevant suppliers of your gowns or cocktail dresses. travel arrangements. The information may also be provided to public authorities such as customs or SMOKING immigration if required by them, or as required by Smoking is only permitted in designated areas on law. Certain information may also be passed on the open decks. Smoking outside these areas, to security or credit checking companies. If you
Call Swan Hellenic on 1800 OCEANS (623 267) or visit au.swanhellenic.com 101 100 BOOKING CONDITIONS
1 THE CONTRACT not limited to insurance premiums, credit card charges, optional attend an excursion for whatever reason will be deemed to have on request. Passengers should also be aware that airlines may other navigable waterways. for the safety of the Passenger, the Company and or the carrier 1.1 The contract is between All Leisure Holidays Limited trading as excursions or amendment fees. cancelled. not allow transfer of Passenger names and in such cases a flight 9.13 In respect of cruise travel where the port of embarkation is in can require a Disabled passenger or Person with Reduced Mobility “Swan Hellenic” (‘The Company’) and each person booking with the 3.3 The Company reserves the right to correct any errors in the 4. 11 Passengers wishing to change optional excursions that do not booking might need to be cancelled and rebooked, subject to the EU and the Company reasonably expects the departure of a before it accepts the booking that a Passenger is assisted by an Company (including the parents or guardian of any person under brochures or on the websites at any time prior to the price being include hotel accommodation or flights will be allowed to do so on availability, and at the Passenger’s expense. cruise to be delayed for more than 90 minutes beyond its scheduled accompanying person who is fit and able to provide the assistance 18 years of age) (“the Passengers”). Please note that information confirmed at the time of booking. presentation of the appropriate ticket(s) at the shore excursion desk 7.5 After an amendment is applied a new confirmation invoice will be departure time, Passengers departing from port terminal shall required. contained in the section headed “General Information” in our 3.4 On very rare occasions the Company may have made a genuine during the advertised opening hours and at least 72 hours prior to issued at which point the contract will be deemed to be amended be offered free of charge snacks, meals or refreshments as are 10.11 Assistance dogs are subject to national and EU Regulations brochure or in these or any other comparable sections, and any mistake in the price quoted and subsequently confirmed to the the ship’s arrival in the excursion port. Any amended booking will be accordingly. appropriate given the waiting time, provided they are available and regarding travel. It is the passenger’s responsibility to check the other relevant information on our website also form part of your Passenger for their cruise holiday. This may come to light at any treated as a new booking and the price charged (if applicable) will can reasonably be supplied. If the delay in departure necessitates position prior to the cruise and to be satisfied that the assistance contract with the Company. point prior to departure and the Company are not obliged to honour be set at the prevailing on board price which may be higher than the 8 CANCELLATION BY A PASSENGER a stay of one or more nights or a stay additional to that intended dog can be carried to the ports of embarkation and disembarkation by the passenger where and when physically possible the and that the dog is not prohibited from going ashore at the various 1.2 The Lead Passenger warrants as a fundamental term of the the original price if a genuine mistake has been made in the pricing original brochure price for the same excursion Any excursions that 8.1 A Passenger may cancel a booking at any time. contract that he/she has read and agrees to these terms and of a Passenger’s cruise holiday. The Passenger will be asked to are cancelled by the Company will have their balance credited to the Company shall, subject to the Package Travel Regulations 1992, ports of call. Assistance dogs must have all necessary papers and conditions and has the authority by each Passenger named on the meet any additional costs if they wish to go ahead with the holiday. Passenger’s on board account. offer Passengers departing from port terminals free of charge comply with national Regulations regarding health, vaccinations, Cancellation will take effect when the Company has received written confirmation invoice to be bound by them. Furthermore that he/ However, should the Passenger not wish to meet these additional 4. 12 Any changes to optional excursion arrangements requested adequate accommodation on board or ashore, and transport to training and travel. notice of cancellation signed by the Lead Passenger. Cancellation she is authorised by each passenger named on the confirmation costs, the holiday will be cancelled and the Passenger will receive a by Passengers less than 72 hours prior to the ship’s arrival in and from the port terminal and place of accommodation in addition 10.12 Where any mobility or other equipment is lost or damaged invoice (and, where such passenger is under 18 years of age, by his/ full refund. the excursion port will only be allowed subject to availability to the snacks, meals and refreshments previously referred to. The by the fault or neglect of the Company then it is the Company’s or Period before departure maximum amount that the company will pay for accommodation her parents or guardian) to enter into a contract with the Company 3.5 All outstanding balances on on-board accounts must be settled and the terms and conditions of the excursion operator and full Cancellation charge per carriers absolute decision as to whether to repair or replace such within which the Company ashore and transport to and from the port terminal shall be on their behalf. Unless otherwise indicated, the Lead Passenger in full before the Passenger disembarks the vessel. If any Passenger cancellation charges may apply if the requested change cannot be Passenger equipment. Unless the Company and or the Carrier agree otherwise warrants that the Passenger information given may be used by the fails to settle their on-board account then the Company shall be accommodated. All other conditions are as (4.6) above. receives notice equivalent to 80 Euros per person per night for a maximum of three and in writing Passengers are limited to bringing 2 items of such nights. The company will not have an obligation to provide such Company or its partners for future marketing purposes. entitled to take whatever steps may be necessary to recover the 4. 13 The Company is not responsible for the performance of After payment of deposit Loss of deposit mobility or medical equipment on board per cabin with a total value 1.3 A binding contract comes in to place when you pay the full monies due and shall be entitled to pass on to the Passenger any and has no liability for shore excursions which are not sold by the accommodation ashore where the delay is caused by weather not exceeding £2200. All equipment must be capable of being conditions endangering the operation of the ship. deposit (or where appropriate the full price) and a confirmation costs incurred in doing so. Company. Passengers are advised to take great care in purchasing 112 to 60 days before departure 60% of holiday charge* carried safety and must be declared before the cruise. The Carrier invoice is issued even if the Company is unable to confirm all holiday 3.6 Passengers must be aware that the holiday price quoted may shore excursions from third parties in the ports to ensure they are may decline to carry such equipment where it is not safe to do so or 59 to 29 days before departure 90% of holiday charge* details (e.g. flights) at the time of booking. A confirmation invoice will include different points of departure and return from/to the UK. In safe and are covered by insurance. 10 FITNESS TO TRAVEL ON THE CRUISE SHIP, where it has not been notified in time to enable a risk assessment to 28 days or less before departure PREGNANCY, BEHAVIOUR, DISABILITY be carried out. be sent to the Lead Passenger. If you pay by credit card, a fee will be such cases there may be additional costs associated with transfer 4.14 Details of the shore excursions will be sent to Passengers in 100% of holiday charge* charged to your tour price. Fees differ by card type. Please contact between the two places not included in the holiday price that will be “Your Cruise Book” prior to departure. Activity levels are detailed to departure date OR REDUCED MOBILITY, MEDICAL AND 10.13 Where a Passenger is refused embarkation as a result of us to obtain the applicable surcharge fee for your card type. passed on to the Passenger. to help Passengers select excursions appropriate to their physical MOBILITY EQUIPMENT safety and/or fitness to travel and or failure to give notice under EU 10.1 The Company’s priority is the comfort and safety of its 1177/2010 or otherwise, neither the Company nor the carrier shall be 1.4 All details on the confirmation invoice (and on any additional 3.7 The Company may decide, at any time, to advertise Saver Fares ability. The Passenger should consider the activity level of the charges payable to the Company are: Passengers who are asked to provide prior to booking as much documents produced by the Company) will be deemed to have on selected cruises or cabin grades. These are subject to availability excursion and the accessibility of the port, which may require the liable for any loss or expense occasioned to the passenger thereby, Cancellation and/or amendment fees charged by your travel agent information as possible regarding any special assistance that may been accepted unless the Company receives notification to the and the Passenger’s cabin number will not be allocated at the time use of tenders. In the interest of the Passengers health and safety nor shall the passenger be entitled to any compensation from the and/or associated supplier are not included and may be additional be required in the port, during embarkation and on board the vessel. carrier. contrary, in writing, from the Lead Passenger immediately that of booking. Saver Fares per person and per couple are payable in full and that of our sdtaff and other Passengers the Company reserves to Swan Hellenic’s fees as outlined above. the confirmation invoice is received. If you have not received your the right to decline the Passenger from participating in an excursion This information is required in order to ensure that the carrier is 10.14 Any Passenger who embarks, or allows any other Passenger at the time of booking, 100% cancellation and amendment fees apply 8.2 The Company may incur costs from the time a Passenger’s confirmation invoice within 7 days of booking your cruise please of it is deemed unsuitable. This decision will be made by the ship’s able to carry Passengers safely and in accordance with applicable for whom he or she is responsible to embark, when he or she or and cabin category, location and number will not be confirmed at booking is confirmed and may be unable to resell a cruise contact us immediately. If any errors are not immediately identified Captain or his representative and is binding. safety requirements established by international, EU or national law such other Passenger is suffering from any sickness, disease, the time of booking but allocated prior to departure. Fares are based holiday. Therefore, the above cancellation charges will be payable and reported, any cost of rectifying the same at a subsequent date or in order to meet safety requirements established by competent injury or infirmity bodily or mental or to his/her knowledge has been on two people sharing one cabin. Saver Fares and Saver Fares per depending on when notification of cancellation is received from the must be met by the Passenger. Please note that Passengers not authorities including flag state. exposed to any infection or contagious disease, or for any other Couple exclude the complimentary chauffeur service to the port/ 5 TRAVEL INSURANCE Lead Passenger. Charges for optional services including, but not following these instructions will be fully liable for any costs that may 10.2 Every Passenger warrants that he/she is fit to travel by sea and reason is likely to impair the safety or reasonable comfort of other airport, car parking at the port, past passenger discount, back to 5.1 It is a condition of booking that each Passenger has adequate limited to insurance premiums, credit card charges, pre-booked subsequently be incurred in rectifying errors at a later date. v All that his/her conduct or condition will not impair the safety of the persons on board or for any reason is refused permission to land back discount and coach transfer on all cruises. Loyalty discount of travel insurance in force from the time of deposit being made for optional excursions and amendment fees are not refundable in the invoices and vouchers must be checked by Passengers and the cruise ship or inconvenience the other Passengers. The Company at his/her or her port of destination shall be responsible for any 5% cannot be applied to Saver Fares. the entire duration of the holiday. We suggest you discuss with your event of cancellation. Company must be notified of any errors immediately. and the carrier reserve the right to require any Passenger to produce loss or expense incurred by the Company, carrier or the Master travel agent the various travel insurance policies that are available. 8.3 If the Passenger has paid an additional charge to secure specific medical evidence of fitness to travel in order to assess whether directly or indirectly in consequence of such sickness, disease, 1.5 It is expressly agreed that all Passengers and their luggage Policies can be purchased that provide full protection in the event tailor made services such as a change of airline or date of travel or to are carried subject to the Conditions of Carriage of the airlines and 4 OUR RESPONSIBILITY AND SHORE that Passenger can be carried safely in accordance with applicable injury, infirmity, exposure or refusal or permission to land unless in EXCURSIONS of a trip cancellation, interruption, curtailment, personal illness, secure a special airfare or upgrade, this cost is non-refundable in the international, EU or national law. the case of sickness, disease, injury, infirmity or exposure the same shipping company used, some of which limit or exclude liability. Any injury, medical and hospital fees, evacuation (from the vessel) and event of cancellation as 100% cancellation fee may apply as soon as 4.1 Except where otherwise expressly stated in these booking 10.3 It is the Passenger’s responsibility to advise the Company has been declared in writing to the Carrier or the Master before compensation payable by the Company for non-performance or repatriation costs or damage to property. Confirmed details of your the booking is made and the ticket is issued. Passengers should ask conditions, we regret that the Company cannot accept liability or pay , at the time of booking, of any medical conditions on mobility embarkation and consent in writing of the Carrier or the Master to improper performance of land, sea and air carriage services shall travel insurance must be provided to the Company at the time of for full details of cancellation charges at the time of booking but the any compensation where the performance or prompt performance limitations. If the passengers condition changes after the booking such embarkation has been obtained. be limited in accordance with the international conventions which booking, but no later than six months prior to the date of departure or scale of charges shown will be calculated on a % of the cost of all other of our contractual obligations is prevented or affected by or you is made the Company should be advised immediately. For the 10.15 Pregnant women are highly recommended to seek medical govern such services by the carrier. See paragraphs 12 and 13. at the time of booking if bookings are made within six months of the arrangements and the non-refundable charges will be added to that otherwise suffer any damage or loss as a result of Force Majeure. purposes of EU 1177/2010 Disabled Person’ or ‘Person with advice prior to travel at any stage of their pregnancy. Women who 1.6 For bookings made through an approved Travel Agent, the Agent date of departure. cancellation charge to give the total charge. holds any monies paid on behalf of the customer for the Company. In this Contract, “Force Majeure” includes any event which the Reduced Mobility includes any person whose mobility when using are up to 23 weeks pregnant at the end of the cruise are required to Company or any supplier of the service(s) in question could not 5.2 The Company is not responsible for checking that Passengers 8.4 A Passenger will not have a right to exclusive occupancy of a transport is reduced as a result of any physical disability (sensory produce a medical certificate of fitness to travel. Ships cannot, for 1.7 The Company reserves the right to cancel bookings and levy even with all due care, foresee or avoid. Such events may include have the correct level of insurance and will not be liable for any cabin with two or more berths unless any applicable single occupancy or locomotor, permanent or temporary) intellectual or psychosocial safety reasons, carry pregnant Passengers of 23 weeks or more by cancellation charges on the scale in section 8 below if balance (whether actual or threatened) war, riot, civil strife, terrorist activity, costs, howsoever arising, in excess of any travel insurance cover premium has been paid. In the event of a Passenger becoming a single disability or impairment, or any other cause of disability, as a result the end of the cruise. The Company and the Carrier reserve the right payments are not received in full 119 days before departure. Travel industrial dispute, natural or nuclear disaster, technical problems purchased. In particular Passengers should check that their occupant of such a cabin due to a cancellation, he/ she will become of age, and whose situation needs appropriate attention and to request a medical certificate at any stage of pregnancy and to insurance (where purchased through us or directly with a third party) with transport, closure of airports, ports or airspace, changes of insurance arrangements cover all likely scenarios should they have liable to pay any applicable single occupancy premium. adaption to his particular needs for the service made available refuse passage if the Company and/or the Master are not satisfied does not form part of your contract with the Company or of any schedules by airlines, adverse weather conditions, epidemics, health to cancel their cruise and for any pre-existing medical conditions. to all passengers. Passengers with Reduced Mobility and or that the Passenger will be safe during the passage. “package”. risks and pandemics, fire, closed or congested airports or ports Disabilities must advise at the time of booking of their specific 10.16 The ship’s doctor is not qualified to deliver babies on board or 1.8 The contract and all other proceedings arising out of or in 9 CANCELLATION OR ALTERATION BY and all similar events outside the control of the Company and our 6 PASSPORTS & VISAS needs with regard to accommodation, seating or services required to offer pre or post natal treatment and no responsibility is accepted connection with it shall be governed by English law and the THE COMPANY suppliers. 6.1 It is the responsibility of all Passengers to check and fulfil the from the carrier or terminal operator, or their need to bring medical by the Company in respect of the ability to provide such services or jurisdiction of the English courts. If and in so far as a claim against 9.1 The Company reserves the right at its sole and absolute 4.2 The Company is not responsible for any improper or non- passport, visa, and immigration requirements applicable to their equipment, or to bring a recognised assistance dog on board the equipment. The cruise ship’s doctor is not a specialist and the ship’s the Company is governed EU Regulation 392/2009 relating to the discretion at any time to cancel, postpone or alter without prior performance of any services of the package holiday which are itinerary. Passengers must check passport and visa requirements vessel or of any other known disabilities or who in the Carrier’s and medical centre is not required to be and is not equipped to the same Liability of carriers of passengers by sea in the event of accidents notice or consultation any cruise in whole or in part in order to wholly attributable to the fault of the Passenger, the unforeseeable for their own specific circumstances with the relevant Embassies or or Master’s opinion is unfit or unable to travel or anyone whose standards as a land-based hospital. The Vessel carries medical (or the Passenger Liability Regulation (EU 392/2009) or in respect of safeguard its Passengers, its crew, its employees or the vessel in or unavoidable act or omission of a third party unconnected with the Consulates as applicable. condition may constitute a danger to themselves or others on board supplies and equipment as required by its flag state. Neither the non-international carriage by the Athens Convention 1974 or 2002 the event of war or threat of war, political unrest, terrorist activity or provision of any of the services to be provided under the Contract; on the grounds of safety. Company nor the doctor shall be liable to the Passenger as a result and or in the case of river cruises. The Convention on Limitation 6.2 Passengers must understand that passport, visa and threat of terrorist activity, nuclear or natural disaster, riots, civil strife, unusual and unforeseeable circumstances beyond the control of the 10.4 The requirement to notify the Company at the time of booking of any inability to treat any medical condition as a result. of Liability for Maritime Claims 1996 (LLMC 96) as amended by SI immigration requirements do change. Passengers are responsible adverse weather conditions or other similar events as previously Company and/or the relevant supplier, the consequences of which of any medical equipment required on board is to ensure that the 1998/1258 in the Court competent to hear such claims. for checking the up to date position in good time before departure. defined (“Force Majeure”) or for any other valid operational reason. 10.17 The Company and the carrier are entitled to administer a could not have been avoided even if all due care had been exercised 6.3 The Company requires a valid passport with spare pages valid If the majority of ports that the Company aims to visit during any one medical equipment can be lawfully carried and/or carried safely. It is health questionnaire prior to boarding. All Passengers must follow including (but not limited to) an event of Force Majeure; or any for at least six months after the date of return for all Australian/ cruise have to be changed on UK Foreign Office advise before the the passenger’s responsibility to ensure that all medical equipment the vessels instructions and procedures relating to all matters event which the Company and / or relevant suppliers could not even 2 THE BOOKING PROCESS New Zealand citizens. Passengers, must check passport and visa cruise commences, the Company undertakes to offer Passengers is in good working order and for arranging enough equipment and including health, safety, hygiene and security. Any Passenger with all due care have foreseen or forestalled. In the event that the 2.1 A non-refundable deposit of AU$1,000 or 10% of the total fare requirements with the Embassy or Consulate of the country (ies) to an alternative cruise or refund of the cost of their cruise in full, less supplies to last the entire voyage. The ship does not carry any boarding a ship at initial embarkation who has not filled in the due, whichever is greater (or full payment for bookings taken within Company is responsible for any death, injury or illness caused by the or through which they intend to travel. any optional charges paid including but not limited to insurance replacement and access to shore side care and equipment may required pre-boarding health declaration must inform the Company 119 days of departure) is due upon booking. A higher Deposit amount negligent acts and / or omissions of its suppliers of services which 6.4 All Passengers must ensure that they have the correct travel premiums, credit card charges, pre-booked optional excursions and be difficult and expensive. Passengers must be able to operate all of any sickness and/or diarrhoea experienced less than 72 hours may be payable if any supplier(s) require additional payments for a form part of the Package then the Company limits its liability, where documents in their possession before departure. Passengers amendment fees. equipment. prior to embarkation. In the interest of Passenger’s safety the applicable, by the International Conventions. service prior to the balance due date. Payment of a Deposit means may incur fines if they fail to comply with documentation or visa 9.2 If under clause 9.1 the Company cancels a cruise before the 10.5 If it appears to the Company or the carrier, the Master or the Company reserves the right at its discretion, to refuse boarding. acceptance of these Booking Terms & Conditions. The Company 4.3 Where death and or personal injury and or loss of or damage requirements. The Company will re-charge to the Passenger any scheduled departure date it will offer, when possible, a subsequent Cruise Ship’s doctor that a Passenger is for any reason unfit to In such circumstances the Company shall not be liable to pay any takes no responsibility for credit card or foreign currency transaction to property occurs during carriage by air or by sea then the liability such fines that have been paid by the Company on the Passenger’s alternative departure of similar standard (which must be accepted travel, likely to endanger safety, or likely to be refused permission to compensation, nor shall Passengers have any further claim against processing fees levied by issuing banks. and the extent of damages recoverable will be dealt with by their behalf. in writing within 14 days of the offer being made), or the choice land at any port, or likely to render the Carrier liable for Passenger the Company. The Company and the carrier are entitled to request 2.2 If the Deposit and/or balance are not paid on time, the Company conditions of carriage and the International Conventions set out in 6.5 The Company does not accept any responsibility for Passengers of a full refund of all monies paid, less any any optional charges maintenance, support or repatriation, then the Carrier or the Master Passengers to remain in their cabins in the event of illness which is reserves the right to cancel the contract and apply any cancellation paragraphs 12 and 13 and not otherwise. who are denied disembarkation or are unable to travel, or who incur paid including but not limited to insurance premiums, credit card shall have the right to take any of the following courses: (i) Refuse or may be infectious. charges set out in section 8. 4.4 Where there is any loss of or damage to property including any other loss because they fail to comply with any passport, visa, charges, pre-booked optional excursions and amendment fees. to embark the Passenger at any port; (ii) Disembark the Passenger 10.18 In the event of illness or accident, Passengers may have luggage which is not covered by any International Convention and or immigration requirements. Cancellation of any part of the holiday at any port; (iii) Transfer the Passenger to another berth or cabin; (iv) to be landed ashore by the Company and/or Master for medical 2.3 Passengers must be fit to travel. Any passengers with reduced 9.3 If under clause 9.1 the Company cancels a cruise after the If the Cruise Ship doctor considers it advisable, to place or confine mobility or with other physical or mental disabilities or conditions which where liability is not limited by reference to any enactment, terms or that arises due to problems with visa/ passport, or immigration scheduled departure date, it will return all Passengers as soon treatment. The Company makes no representations regarding the conditions, then any legal liability that the Company may have for requirements will be subject to cancellation charges set out in him/her/her in the Cruise Ship’s Hospital or to transfer the Passenger quality of medical treatment at any port of call or at the place at may require special treatment or assistance (including Passengers as practicable to the UK and make a proportional refund for any to a health facility at any port, at the Passenger’s expense (v) to who may require the use of a wheelchair) must advise the Company any such losses or damage will not exceed £500 per Passenger. section 8. unused services, less any non-recoverable expenses incurred. which the Passenger is landed. Medical facilities and standards vary administer first aid and administer any drug, medicine or other from port to port and the Company makes no representations or prior to booking. They may be required to complete a questionnaire 4.5 Notwithstanding anything to the contrary elsewhere in this 9.4 If under clause 9.1 the Company alters the planned itinerary Contract, the Company shall not in any circumstances be liable substance or to admit and/ or confine the Passenger to a hospital warranties in relation to such standards. and provide medical evidence of fitness to travel at the time of booking 7 CHANGES TO BOOKING DETAILS only, refunds will be limited to any balances outstanding on shore or other similar institution at any port provided that the ship’s doctor and upon receipt of which they may be asked to accept additional to the Passenger for any loss or anticipated loss of profit, loss of BY PASSENGERS excursions. 10.19 The Company does not accept any responsibility for revenue, loss of use, loss of contract or other opportunity nor for any and/or Master considers that any such steps are necessary. Passengers unable to travel, or who incur any other loss because Booking Terms & Conditions before a confirmation invoice is issued 7.1 The Company will do its utmost to ensure that amendments other consequential or indirect loss or damage of a similar nature. 9.5 In any of the circumstances mentioned above the Company 10.6 The vessels have a limited number of cabins adapted for they fail to comply with any health formalities. The Company and a contract entered into. See paragraph 10. requested by Passengers are accommodated, but the Company shall not be liable to pay any compensation, nor shall Passengers Shore Excursions Disabled Persons or Persons with Reduced Mobility. Not all areas takes no responsibility for Passengers denied embarkation and/ 2.4 The Company may (at its discretion) offer Passengers at the makes no guarantee that these requests will be met. Any change have any further claim against the Company. or equipment on the vessels are suitable for access to Disabled 4.6 Where the Company provides or sells a shore excursion to or disembarkation on medical grounds. Cancellation of any part of time of booking a guaranteed cabin booking (a “Guarantee Cabin”). request must be made by the Lead Passenger and the Company 9.6 The Company and the Captain of the ship are unable to Persons or Persons with Reduced Mobility. Passengers must check the Passenger the Passenger shall be bound by the terms and the holiday that arises due to health requirements will be subject to Under such offers a Passenger is guaranteed to receive a cabin of reserves the right to pass on the costs of making any such guarantee that the ship will call at every advertised port or follow with the Company at the time of booking to enable the Company to conditions of the supplier of the shore excursion supplier. cancellation charges as set out in Section 8. a specified type although the precise location of the cabin is at the changes. Passengers must be aware that charges associated with every part of the advertised route. They will at all times endeavour to assess your needs with the performing carrier. Company’s discretion. The Company may (at its discretion) upgrade 4.7 The Company does not perform shore excursions which it amendments are likely to increase nearer to the date of departure. 10.20 Any cost or expense reasonably incurred by the Company maintain the advertised programme but reserve the right at their sole 10.7 Those passengers requiring the use of a wheelchair for or on behalf of the Passenger in respect of any form of medical, a Guarantee Cabin to a higher category cabin at no additional cost sells to Passengers. These are performed by local operators who 7.2 Additional passengers or cruises may be added to a booking discretion to make any alternations they deem necessary. to the Passenger. The Company may allocate specific cabins under must furnish their own standard size wheelchairs and must be dental or similar treatment, hotel, transportation, repatriation, may themselves engage the services of third party suppliers. The at any time subject to availability. In each case a deposit (or full 9.7 The company also reserves the right to cancel any cruise by guarantee offers at any time up until the Passenger arrives on the accompanied by a travelling companion fit and able to assist them. damages to fixtures and fittings (including the soiling of soft Company will at all times endeavour to appoint reputable and payment, as relevant) per additional Passenger will be required by giving written notice at least eight weeks before departure if sales vessel at the port of embarkation. Once Guarantee Cabins have Passangers must be able to board the vessel using the stepped furnishings i.e. mattresses) or any other expense shall be repayable competent operators who comply with all prevailing local rules, the Company and all other booking conditions must be met before of that departure have not reached 70% of capacity. Under such been allocated, the Company is unable to accept Passenger change gangway with the assistance of their travelling companion. The by the Passenger to the Company irrespective of whether the sum is regulations and standards. It should be noted that, outside Australia the new contract exists. circumstances clause 9.2 will apply and the Company shall not be requests. If Passengers book one or more back-to-back cruises and ship’s wheelchairs are available for emergency use only. Passengers covered by the Passenger’s travel insurance arrangements. and New Zealand, standards of hygiene, accommodation and 7.3 Requests for significant amendments to booking details (e.g. liable to pay compensation, nor shall Passengers have any further one or more cruise includes Guarantee Cabins, it is possible that must not use mobility scooters of motorised wheelchairs on board 10.21 If a Passenger is refused entry to board an aircraft because, transport might differ from comparable standards inAustralia and change of sail date) received before the balance due date will be claim against the Company. the vessel. If the Passenger wishes to take a mobility scooter or Passengers may be allocated different cabins on each cruise and may New Zealand. in the opinion of the Captain or airline staff, the Passenger is unfit treated as a new booking. At the Company’s sole discretion, the 9.8 The Company reserves the right at its sole and absolute motorised wheelchair they must be gel or dry cell battery only with need to move between cabins on changeover day(s). 4.8 Local laws and regulations of the relevant country will be applied to travel or represents a threat to the safety of the aircraft or its original booking will either be deemed cancelled (and be subject discretion to use a substitute ship of similar standard to the original a width of no more than 78cm to enable access to the cabin. Each Passengers or crew or is abusive or disruptive, the Company will not to assess the performance of suppliers and the Company. The to the cancellation charges set out in section 8), or will be deemed ship should it prove necessary to do so. part should weigh no more than 23kg. Any passenger taking a 3 PRICE PROMISE & PRICE CHANGES Company’s legal obligations will have been performed if the supplier be liable to complete the Passengers holiday arrangements and will amended (and be subject to an Amendment fee of AU$250 per 9.9 In addition to the rights of the Company, Aircraft and Ship’s mobility scooter aboard the Vessel must reside in a disabled cabin. not be liable to pay any refund or compensation. 3.1 The Company reserves the right to alter the published prices of has complied with local laws and regulations even if the laws of Passenger). A maximum of one change of sail date per booking Use of a manual wheelchair is permitted on board the vessel for any Captains always have the right at their absolute discretion to vary 10.22 Unless approved by the Company in writing prior to departure, any of the cruise holidays. Prices can go up or down. Passengers England have not been met. will be considered for an Amendment fee of AU$250 per Passenger Passengers residing in an adapted cabin. any planned routing without prior notice or consultation if they deem Passengers may not bring on board any controlled substances. will be advised of the current price of the holiday that they wish to 4. 9 In the event of an excursion being cancelled, the Company will take as long as the change to the sail date is requested at least 119 it necessary to do so in the interests of safety. 10.8 Not all ports of call will be accessible by wheelchair and some book before any contract is confirmed. all reasonable steps to ensure that Passengers are offered a choice days before the booked departure date. Any deposit paid, discount 10.23 Passengers may not bring on board any prohibited 9.10 Any flight details contained in the Company’s brochures and on may be by tender. The decision will be made by the Master of the of an alternative excursion and/or a full refund in the case of optional applied or promotion applicable to a booking that is cancelled or substances, any animals or any goods of a flammable or dangerous 3.2 The Company guarantees that no surcharge will be added to the confirmation invoices are provisional. Final flight details (including vessel; it will be based on safety and will be binding. Passengers excursions. amended will only be transferred to a new booking at the Company’s nature. Doing so will render the Passenger strictly liable to the basic price of the Passenger’s cruise holiday once the booking has timings and routings) will be issued near to departure and may differ must check at the time of booking in order to avoid disappointment. discretion. Any offers currently available on the cruise that the Company for any injury, loss, damage or expense suffered by the been confirmed irrespective of any subsequent fluctuation in currency 4. 10 Passengers cancelling optional excursions or packages prior significantly from any provisional information previously provided. 10.9 If there are any particular conditions, which require personal exchange rates or increases in international air fares or other costs to departure which include hotel accommodation or flights will Passenger wishes to transfer their booking to will also only be Company as a result. The Passenger will also be personally liable for 9.11 If for any reason details of a cruise have to be altered before care or supervision then such personal care or supervision must any statutory penalties. associated with the holiday. In return for this guarantee and its risk, be refunded in accordance with the schedule set out in clause applied at the Company’s discretion. be organised by the Passenger and at the passenger’s expense. departure (and subject to Clause 9.1) the Company will notify the 10.24 Passengers are required at all times to follow the instructions the Company shall not be able to make any refunds in the event of 8.1. Passengers cancelling optional excursions or packages after 7.4 For amendments to booking details received before the balance The vessel is unable to provide respite services, one to one Lead Passenger as soon as possible. of employees and crew regarding the use of ship’s equipment favourable exchange rate variations or other decreases in costs that departure will not be entitled to a refund. If in such cases the due date (e.g. passenger name changes) an administration personal care or supervision or any other form of carer for physical, 9.12 The Company will not be held responsible for, nor have liability (including hand sanitizers) and general behaviour whilst on board. may result in the reduction of the selling price. This price promise cancellation is due to ill health a supporting letter from the ship’s charge of AU$125per Passenger affected will be charged. If name psychiatric or other conditions. in respect of, delays caused by third parties during passage through The Company will not be responsible for any consequential injury, only applies to the basic cost of the Passenger’s cruise holiday and Doctor (charges may apply) may enable Passengers to make a changes are required to scheduled flight details, the charge may 10.10 In accordance with EU 1177/2010 where it is strictly necessary does not apply to any optional or tailor made services including but claim on their Travel Insurance Policy. Any Passenger that fails to be significantly more than $125 per Passenger and will be quoted sea areas controlled by vessel traffic schemes, canals, rivers or any illness, financial or other loss incurred by Passengers if they fail to
102 Call Swan Hellenic on 1800 OCEANS (623 267) or visit au.swanhellenic.com 103 comply with the instructions they are given. 46,666 Special Drawing Rights (SDR) approx. £43,794.67 these payments to you are due from us, any payment made to you by the 10.25 The Captain (or any employee or member of the crew limits may also apply to domestic cruises in the EU. Where the airline will be deducted from this amount. authorised by the Master) will be entitled to search the cabin and/or carrier has a principal place of business in the UK the limits of personal luggage of any Passenger suspected of being in breach liability per passenger may be 300,000 SDR approx. £281,541.21 14 GUIDES AND GUEST SPEAKERS of these clauses. In addition, any employee or crew member will per carriage. be entitled to enter a Passenger’s cabin in order to carry out an 12.6 In respect of international carriage EU Regulation 392/2009 applies 14.1 Independent contractors retained by the Company, including inspection, or to undertake cleaning, maintenance or repair work. the limits for death/ personal injury caused by a shipping incident, but not limited to Guest Speakers, guides, guest personalities and MINERVA with the exception of circumstances beyond the Carrier’s control (ie entertainers are subject to change and/or cancellation without 10.26 The Company expects all Passengers to have consideration notice. The Company also retains the right to change any member for other Passengers when travelling on our cruises and to treat act of war, natural disaster, act of a third party) to no more than 250 000 SDRs approx. £234,587.82 per passenger per carriage . Except of ship’s crew previously advertised or disclosed (e.g. the ship’s mv MINERVA - SWAN HELLENIC all staff and fellow Passengers with respect. If in the Company’s Captain) without notice. opinion, or the reasonable opinion of someone either in authority or for cases involving war and terrorism damages up to a further 150 from one of our suppliers (such as an airline), any Passenger acts 000 SDRs approx. £140,752.69 may be payable in respect of a in such a way as to cause or be likely to cause danger, breach of shipping incident unless the Company or the carrier proves that 15 FINANCIAL PROTECTION the death or personal injury occurred without the carrier’s fault or safety and or upset or distress to any of our staff, fellow Passengers 15.1 We provide full financial protection for our package holidays. Future Sales Office Livingstone Lounge or a third party or your behaviour impacts the smooth and or safe neglect. Where death/ personal injury is caused by a non- shipping 15.2 For flight-based cruise holidays this is through our Air Travel running of the cruise we are entitled to disembark the Passenger incident it is for the passenger to prove that the death or personal Orpheus Lounge Organiser’s Licence number 3897. When you buy an ATOL PROMENADE DECK and terminate the cruise holiday. In such circumstances neither injury was caused by the fault or neglect of the carrier. The maximum protected flight or flight inclusive cruise holiday from us you will SUN DECK the Company nor the relevant carrier will have any further liability sum payable to any passenger under EU Regulation 392/2009 is receive an ATOL Certificate. This lists what is financially protected, Pool Veranda Wheeler Bar Internet Lounge Library Card Room and the Passenger will not be entitled to any refund for any part of limited to 400 000 per passenger per carriage which is approx. BRIDGE DECK where you can get information on what this means for you and who the cost of their unused cruise package including any return travel £375,340.52. The maximum sum payable in cases involving war and Swan Restaurant Gift Shop & Kiosk Shackleton Bar MAIN DECK Darwin Lounge to contact if things go wrong. We will provide you with the services arrangements, transfers or alternative accommodation etc. terrorism where the carrier is liable is 250 000 SDRs per passenger Gym Passenger Launderette Salon Centre Reception AEGEAN DECK per carriage or 340 000 000 SDRs per ship per carriage. listed on the ATOL Certificate (or a suitable alternative). In some 10.27 Should any Passenger have the misfortune to suffer illness, cases, where we aren’t able to do so for reasons of insolvency, an Medical Centre BALTIC DECK 12.7 The Company and the carrier are not liable for valuables, injury or death during the period of the cruise arising out of an alternative ATOL holder may provide you with the services you have monies or other securities including jewellery and watches. If activity that does not form part of the arrangement made by the bought or a suitable alternative (at no extra cost to you). You agree they have been deposited with the reception desk on the ship Company, the Company will, where appropriate, provide any to accept that in those circumstances the alternative ATOL holder for safe keeping and a receipt issued then in those limited assistance it can to the affected Passenger, such assistance being will perform those obligations and you agree to pay any money circumstances the Company’s and the carriers liability will be as limited to a maximum cost incurred by the Company of £5,000 per outstanding to be paid by you under your contract to that alternative set out in EU Regulation 392/2009 or where applicable the Athens PORT booking. ATOL holder. However, you also agree that in some cases it will not Convention1974 or 2002. The use of safes on board a Vessel is 10.28 The Company may invite various affinity groups of people with be possible to appoint an alternative ATOL holder, in which case not a deposit with the ship or with the Company under the EU shared interests who choose to travel together onto a cruise. The you will be entitled to make a claim under the ATOL scheme (or your Regulation 392/2009 or where applicable the Athens Convention Stage ORPHEUS LOUNGE Company does not envisage that this will materially affect the normal credit card issuer where applicable). day to day operation of the ship but Passengers must accept that 1974 or 2002 or otherwise. The limits are 3,375 SDRs approx. £3,166.45 pursuant to EU Regulation 392/2009 and the Athens 15.3 If we are unable to provide the services listed (or a suitable Dance Forward there may be occasions when certain facilities are unavailable whilst alternative), through an alternative ATOL holder or otherwise) for LIFT Floor Banquette these groups are on board. Convention 2002 or 1200 SDRs approx. £1,125.81 pursuant to the Seating Athens Convention 1974. reasons of insolvency, the Trustees of the Air Travel Trust may make a payment to (or confer a benefit on) you under the ATOL scheme. 12.8 An SDR is an international monetary unit, The exact value of Bar You agree that in return for such a payment or benefit you assign 11 COMPLAINTS an SDR fluctuates with the daily exchange rate, The daily exchange absolutely to those Trustees any claims which you have or may 11.1 Any Passenger who encounters a problem during a cruise must rate can be viewed at the international monetary Fund website have arising out of or relating to the non-provision of the services, immediately report it to the reception desk on the ship and ensure .http://www.imf.org/external/np/fin/data/rms_sdrv. aspx and an STARBOARD including any claim against us, the travel agent any such claims PROMENADE DECK - Featuring a panoramic Observation Lounge - Orpheus Lounge that the issue is recorded in the ship’s log together with any action SDR converter is available at http:// coinmill.com/GBP_SDR. may be re-assigned to another body, if that other body has paid taken to resolve it. If the matter cannot be resolved during the cruise, html#SDR=46 666, The values in the booking conditions are those and the Passenger wishes to pursue a complaint, the Passenger sums you have claimed under the ATOL scheme. When you buy a of 26 March 2014 and may fluctuate upwards or downwards. BS 20 BS 18 BS 16 BS 14 BS 12 BS 10 BS 8 BS 6 BS 4 BS 2 must write to the Company within 28 days of final disembarkation package holiday that doesn’t include a flight, protection is provided 12.9 In so far as the Company and its servants and/ or agents and to allow the complaint to be investigated properly. If the Passenger by way of a bond held by ABTA. License number W0302. DB12 DB10 DB 8 DB 6 DB 4 DB 2 suppliers may be liable to a Passenger in respect of claims arising does not give the Company the opportunity to resolve the issue P8 P6 P4 P2 out of carriage by sea, the Company shall be entitled to all the LIFT LIFT locally during the cruise by reporting it to a member of the ship’s rights, defences, immunities and limitations available, respectively, P7 P5 P3 P1 crew at the reception desk and having the issue recorded in the 16 DATA PROTECTION to the actual carrier and under the relevant Conventions, and DB11 DB 9 DB 7 DB 5 DB 3 DB 1 ship’s log, then the Company may not be able to deal positively with 16.1 Swan Hellenic is part of All leisure Holidays. The information nothing in this Contract shall be deemed as a surrender thereof. any complaint on your return. we hold about you will be used to deal with your enquiry or booking, BS 19 BS 17 BS 15 BS 13 BS 11 BS 9 BS 7 BS 5 BS 3 BS 1 The Company’s liability will not at any time exceed that of the carrier provide you with our latest news and offers or invite you to take 11.2 The Company is a Member of ABTA, membership number under its Conditions of Carriage and/or applicable or incorporated W0302. part in research. We may also share your information with other All conventions or other legislation. Leisure Holidays companies who may occasionally contact you SUN DECK - Balcony Cabins 11.3 Passengers are asked to make any complaints relating to EU 12.10 Where carriage is performed on Inland waterways and the about products and services we feel may be of interest to you. For Regulation 1177/2010 whilst on board the vessel. If the complaint vessel does not go to sea the liability provisions relating to sea further information please see the Swan Hellenic Privacy Policy at WHEELER is not resolved at this time you must make a formal complaint to going vessels do not apply to the cruise. In those cases the liability swanhellenic.com. BAR FUTURE CARD the Company within 2 months from the date of the circumstances Bar UNGE SALES ROOM SB10 SB 8 SB 6 SB 4 SB 2 OS 2 EXPLORER
LO
NTERNET
of the Company and the carrier to Passengers shall be determined I OFFICE giving rise to the complaint. Within 1 month of receipt of the LIVINGSTONE SUITE in accordance with English law and The Convention on Limitation LOUNGE complaint the Company will respond informing the Passenger of Liability for Maritime Claims 1996 (LLMC 96) as amended by SI POOL LIFT LIFT whether the complaint has been substantiated, rejected or is still 1998/1258 The Company’s liability pursuant to SI 1998/1258 a copy THE being considered. The Company will provide a final response to the VERANDA LIBRARY SB 9 SB 7 SB 5 SB 3 SB 1 OS 1 DISCOVERY of which will be provided by on request or can be found at (http:// SUITE Passenger no later than 2 months after receipt of the complaint. www.legislation. gov.uk/uksi/1998/1258/article/4/made). The limits for non-sea going passenger vessels Is SDR 175,000 per passenger 12 CARRIAGE BY SEA OR INLAND WATERWAYS limit (approx.$270,500.04 or £164,185.05) . Liability for property AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY claims will be at least SDR 1,000,000 under SI 1998/1258 (4(b)(i)). BRIDGE DECK - Balcony Cabins 12.1 Carriage by sea is subject to the Carriers’ Conditions of 12.11 The Strasbourg Convention on the Limitation of Liability of Carriage which are contractually incorporated into the contract Owners of Inland Navigation Vessels referred to as the “Strasbourg Bar with the Company. Copies of the conditions of carriage will be Convention” with protocols and amendments. applies to vessels sent to Passengers with their travel documentation but they can be sailing on waterways located in the territory of a state party subject SHACKLETON DARWIN Presentation provided in advance upon request. They are also available on board to (i) the “Revised Convention relating to the Navigation of the Rhine THE SWAN LIFT GIFT SHOP LIFT the ship and on the Company’s website. It is important that you read of 17 October 1868” and (ii) the “Convention of 27 October 1956 RESTAURANT BAR LOUNGE Stage these documents as they set out your rights and obligations. They concerning the canalization of the Moselle” ( Article 15(1) of the also contain limitations of liability. Strasbourg Convention: http://www. ivr.nl/downloads/forms/B2.pdf). KIOSK 12.2 The liability of the Company and the carrier to Passengers If the Strasbourg Convention applies the limits for passenger claims for carriage by sea in respect of death, personal injury and or loss are SDR 60,000 per passenger subject to a minimum of SDR of or damage to luggage is governed since 1 January 2013 to 6,000,000 (see Article 7). A copy of the Strasbourg Convention MAIN DECK International Carriage by EU Regulation 392/2009 relating to the can be found at. http:// www.ccr-zkr.org/files/conventions/ Liability of carriers of passengers by sea in the event of accidents clni_2012_en.pdf. The Company’s and the carrier’s for death, injury, A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A by the provisions of the Convention Relating to the Carriage of illness, damage, delay or other loss to person or property of any 88 84 80 76 74 72 68 64 62 60 58 54 50 48 46 44 40 36 34 32 30 26 22 18 14 10 6 2 Passengers and their Luggage by Sea 1974 as amended in 1976 kind suffered by Passengers shall, in the first instance, be governed A Shore A A A A38 A A A A A A A (“The Athens Convention) for Domestic Carriage For the purposes by the Convention on Limitation of Liability for Maritime Claims LAUNDER- Excursion ETTE SALON 70 Desk 56 52 42 28 24 20 16 12 8 4 of EU 392/2009, the Athens 1974 and 2002 The Company is a 1996 (LLMC 96) as amended by SI 1998/1258 or where applicable LIFT LIFT CENTRE A the Strasbourg Convention. The Company’s liability therefore shall GYM A A A A A A37 A A A A A A contracting carrier. EU Regulation 392/2009 may be viewed at: 69 65 Purser’s 55 51 41 27 23 19 15 11 7 3 http://eurlex. europa.eu/LexUriServ/LexUriServ.do?uri=OJ:L:20 not exceed those limitations provided by the said LLMC 1996 and Reception 09:131:0024:0046:EN:PDF The Athens Convention 1974 may SI 1998/1258 or where applicable Strasbourg Convention or in A A A A A A A A A A Future A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A be viewed at: http://www. admiraltylawguide.com/conven/ any further revisions, protocols and/ or amendments thereto as 87 83 79 75 73 71 67 63 61 59 Cruise Desk 57 53 49 47 45 43 39 35 33 31 29 25 21 17 13 9 5 1 passengers1974. html. The Athens Convention 2002 which comes shall become applicable. Where the LLMC 1996 or If applicable into force on 23 April 2014 may be viewed at https://www.gov.uk/ Strasbourg Convention permits us to apply a deductible, we may AEGEAN DECK government/uploads/system/ uploads/attachment_data/file/261628/ apply that deductible. Misc.6.2013_ Prot_2002_Athens_8760.pdf or are available from B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B The Company on request. EU Regulation 392/2009 and where 13 CONDITIONS OF CARRIAGE BY AIR AND 64 60 56 52 48 44 42 40 38 36 34 32 30 28 26 24 22 18 14 10 6 2 applicable The Athens Convention 1974 or 2002 are contractually LIMITATION OF LIABILITY B B B B B incorporated and applicable to the Contract, The Company shall 62 58 54 50 46 MEDICAL 13.1 Travel on board aircraft used in travelling to and from the ship is CENTRE be entitled to the benefit of all limitations, rights and immunities subject to the airline’s standard ticket conditions, some of which limit LIFT LIFT conferred by EU Regulation 392/2009 and where applicable the B B B B B or exclude liability in accordance with international conventions. For 61 57 53 49 45 Athens Convention 1974 or 2002 in respect of any ship on which the complete details contact the individual airline(s) directly. cruise is performed. 13.2 If your air journey involves a destination or stop in a country other B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B 63 59 55 51 47 43 41 39 37 35 33 31 29 27 25 23 21 17 13 9 5 1 12.3 EU Regulation 392/2009 and where applicable The Athens than the one from which you depart, the Warsaw Convention may Convention 1974 (from April 23 2014 the Athens Convention 2002) govern the liability of all airlines involved in your journey, including any BALTIC DECK limit The Company’s and the Carriers’ liability for loss or damage to portion thereof in a single country. This Convention limits the liability of luggage and make special provision for valuables. It is presumed airlines involved in your journey, including any portion thereof in a single that luggage has been delivered undamaged unless written notice country. This Convention limits the liability of airlines for death or bodily is given to the Company and/or the performing Carrier. a) in the injury and for baggage loss, delay or damage. For many air carriers, the Revised Plan - January 2012. Deck and cabin plans have been amended slightly case of apparent damage, before or at the time of disembarkation MINERVA’S PROFILE FACILITIES INCLUDE Warsaw Convention limits for bodily injury or death and the defence that from the previous edition, but may be subject to change during the upgrade period. or redelivery; or b) in the case of damage which is not apparent or they have taken all necessary measures to avoid the damage for the • Gross Tonnage 12,892 • 44 Balcony cabins* • Swimming Pool of loss, within 15 days from the date of disembarkation or redelivery first 100,000 Special Drawing Rights of any such claim do not apply. In or from the time when such redelivery should have taken place. addition, in cases of death or bodily injury, many air carriers will make • Length 437 ft • 100 Outside cabins • Gift Shop and Kiosk Damages for cabin luggage payable by the Carrier are limited up advance payments to the person entitled to compensation, if required • Beam 66 ft • (73% outside cabins including • Gymnasium to 2250 SDRs approx. £2,111.41 if EU Regulation 392/2009 and or to meet immediate economic needs, in proportion to the hardship 23% balcony cabins) • Complimentary Launderette Athens Convention 2002 applies or where applicable the Athens suffered. European Community carriers provide a minimum advance • Draft 19 ft Convention 1974 limit of 833 SDRs approx. £781.80 . equal to not less than 15,000 Special Drawing Rights in the event of • Cruising Speed 13 knots • 8 single cabins with Washers and Dryers 12.4 Limits shall be reduced in proportion to any contributory death. Other air carriers may apply alternate provisions. • Passenger Decks 6 • Choice of two Restaurants • Salon Centre negligence by the Passenger and by the maximum deductible Denied Boarding, Cancellation and Delay • Orpheus Lounge • Medical Centre specified in Article 8 by the passenger in accordance with Article 8 • Stabilisers retractable fin 13.3 Under EU law (EC Regulation 261/2004 you have rights in (4) of the Athens Conventions or EU Regulation 392/2009. All Claims • Internet Lounge • Telephone, Fax and E-mail Facilities some circumstances to a refund and/or compensation from your • Registration Bahamas must be brought in accordance with EU Regulation 392/2009 or airline in cases of denied boarding, cancellation or delay to flights. • Livingstone Lounge • Flatscreen TV, Hairdryer and where applicable the Athens Convention 1974 or 2002 within 2 years Full details of these rights will be publicised at EU airports and will of the date of disembarkation from the ship. • Darwin Lounge Personal Safe in every Cabin also be available from airlines. However, reimbursement in such • Shackleton & Wheeler Bars *Starboard Side = Showers 12.5 In respect of domestic carriage in the UK, The Athens cases is the responsibility of the airline and will not automatically Convention will apply and the limits for death/personal injury are entitle you to a refund of your holiday cost from us. Your right to a • Card Room - max 10 tables Port Side = Baths refund and/or compensation from us is set out in Clause 9. If any • Library
104 105 STANDARD FARES 2015/16 (Australian Dollars, per person twin share) STANDARD FARES 2015/16 (Australian Dollars, per person twin share)
PRICES INCLUSIVE OF EXTENSIVE PROGRAMME OF TAILOR-MADE PRICES INCLUSIVE OF EXTENSIVE PROGRAMME OF TAILOR-MADE SHORE EXCURSIONS & ALL GRATUITIES SHORE EXCURSIONS & ALL GRATUITIES
CRUISES – NOVEMBER 2015 - APRIL 2016 GRAND VOYAGES – NOVEMBER 2015 - APRIL 2016
CRUISE CODE CRUISE CODE MIN151109 MIN151121 MIN150203 MIN151221 MIN160104 MIN160118 MIN151109B MIN151121A MIN160104A MIN160319A DURATION (NIGHTS) 42 30 28 27 DURATION (NIGHTS) 13 13 13 15 15 15 All prices are per person -$ Grand Voyage Grand Transatlantic Grand Pacific Grand Caribbean All prices are per person - $ A Mediterranean Shores Of The A Tale of Two Caribbean Flavours of A Chilean to the New World Adventure Coast Explorer & Island Vistas Escape Atlantic Continents Colonial Trails Latin America Grand Reserve
OCCUPANCY Twin Twin Twin Twin OCCUPANCY Twin Twin Twin Twin Twin Twin
Cat Deck Description $ $ $ $ Cat Deck Description $ $ $ $ $ $
A BRIDGE DECK Owner’s Suite with Balcony $34,545 $23,640 $21,785 $22,025 A BRIDGE DECK Owner’s Suite with Balcony $11,480 $11,940 $12,940 $14,800 $10,590 $12,340
B SUN DECK Deluxe Balcony Suite $31, 095 $21,280 $19,430 $19,755 B SUN DECK Deluxe Balcony Suite $10,330 $10,780 $11,620 $13,240 $9,420 $11,030
C BRIDGE DECK Superior Balcony Suite $30,230 $20,675 $18,850 $19,185 C BRIDGE DECK Superior Balcony Suite $10,060 $10,490 $11,270 $12,870 $9,140 $10,700
$27,115 $18,535 $16720 $17,130 D SUN DECK Balcony Suite $9,030 $9,430 $10,080 $11,470 $8,070 $9,530 D SUN DECK Balcony Suite
F AEGEAN DECK Outside Forward Window $6,060 $6,350 $6,620 $7,310 $4,930 $6,080 F AEGEAN DECK Outside Forward Window $18,080 $12,325 $10,460 $11,155
G AEGEAN DECK Outside Aft Window $5,710 $6,000 $6,220 $6,710 $4,480 $5,680 G AEGEAN DECK Outside Aft Window $17,035 $11,610 $9,655 $10,470
H BALTIC DECK Outside Forward Port Holes $5,080 $5,300 $5,490 $5,970 $3,930 $4,900 H BALTIC DECK Outside Forward Port Holes $15,080 $10,255 $8,390 $9,170
I BALTIC DECK Outside Aft Port Holes $4,740 $4,940 $5,080 $5,600 $3,650 $4,500 I BALTIC DECK Outside Aft Port Holes $14,025 $9,520 $7,745 $8,465
K AEGEAN DECK Inside Forward $3,830 $4,300 $4,020 $4,780 $3,040 $3,790 K AEGEAN DECK Inside Forward $11,545 $7,905 $6,490 $6,920
L AEGEAN DECK Inside Aft $3,660 $4,130 $3,830 $4,550 $2,870 $3,590 L AEGEAN DECK Inside Aft $11,040 $7,565 $6,140 $6,585
M BALTIC DECK Inside Forward $3,420 $3,900 $3,560 $4,260 $2,650 $3,330 M BALTIC DECK Inside Forward $10,340 $7,090 $5,685 $6,130
N BALTIC DECK Inside Aft $3,150 $3,610 $3,230 $3,890 $2,370 $3,010 N BALTIC DECK Inside Aft $9,495 $6,500 $5,115 $5,570
OCCUPANCY Single Single Single Single Single Single OCCUPANCY Single Single Single Single
P SINGLES Inside Sun Deck $2,800 $3,490 $2,830 $3,740 $2,250 $2,880 P SINGLES Inside Sun Deck $8,665 $6,005 $4,875 $5,105
CRUISE CODE MIN160201 MIN160219 MIN160304 MIN160319 MIN160330
DURATION (NIGHTS) 17 15 16 12 17
All prices are per person - $ Beauty of the Timeless Natural Wonders of A Cuban & An Atlantic Sojourn All prices are per person in Australian Dollars based on double occupancy (except single/sole occupancy cabin category P), Chilean Fjords South America Latin America Caribbean Medley including all meals, accommodation and entertainment onboard, port charges/taxes, tailor-made shore excursion programme, OCCUPANCY Twin Twin Twin Twin Twin all standard gratuities onboard and ashore on included excursions, Captain’s gala nights (two per 15-day cruise), and Swan
Cat Deck Description $ $ $ $ $ Hellenic’s world-renowned Guest Speaker and Port Lecture programme. Prices are subject to change. Single/sole occupancy of twin cabins is available on a limited basis subject to a single supplement rate. Call for details. A BRIDGE DECK Owner’s Suite with Balcony $16,770 $14,080 $14,640 $10,650 $12,530
B SUN DECK Deluxe Balcony Suite $15,010 $12,560 $13,110 $9,530 $11,260
C BRIDGE DECK Superior Balcony Suite $14,590 $12,220 $12,730 $9,240 $10,950
D SUN DECK Balcony Suite $13,010 $10,850 $11,340 $8,230 $9,800
F AEGEAN DECK Outside Forward Window $8,330 $6,830 $7,270 $5,230 $6,510
G AEGEAN DECK Outside Aft Window $7,660 $6,260 $6,810 $4,890 $6,130
H BALTIC DECK Outside Forward Port Holes $6,830 $5,540 $5,890 $4,210 $5,440
I BALTIC DECK Outside Aft Port Holes $6,410 $5,180 $$5,430 $3,860 $5,050
K AEGEAN DECK Inside Forward $5,490 $4,390 $4,580 $3,240 $4,040
L AEGEAN DECK Inside Aft $5,240 $4,180 $4,350 $3,080 $3,850
M BALTIC DECK Inside Forward $4,910 $3,890 $4,040 $2,850 $3,600
N BALTIC DECK Inside Aft $4,480 $3,540 $3,660 $2,570 $3,290
OCCUPANCY Single Single Single Single Single
P SINGLES Inside Sun Deck $4,320 $3,390 $3,510 $2,460 $2,910 106 107 Call Swan Hellenic on 1800 OCEANS (623 267) or visit au.swanhellenic.com STANDARD FARES 2016 (Australian Dollars, per person twin share) STANDARD FARES 2016 (Australian Dollars, per person twin share) PRICES INCLUSIVE OF AN EXTENSIVE PROGRAMME OF TAILOR-MADE PRICES INCLUSIVE OF AN EXTENSIVE PROGRAMME OF TAILOR-MADE SHORE EXCURSIONS & ALL GRATUITIES SHORE EXCURSIONS & ALL GRATUITIES CRUISES – APRIL – NOVEMBER 2016 CRUISES – APRIL – NOVEMBER 2016
CRUISE CODE MIN160415 MIN160428 MIN160514 MIN160527 MIN160610 CRUISE CODE MIN160830 MIN160912 MIN160924 MIN161008 MIN161021
DURATION (DAYS) 14 17 14 15 14 DURATION (DAYS) 14 13 15 14 13
All prices are per person - $ Trois-Riviéres A Baltic Glorious Gardens & the Fjordlands & All prices are per person - $ Riviera and Islands of Impressions of the An Icelandic Quest Mediterranean Mosaic Sparkling Adriatic Hellenic Odyssey de France Masterpiece Chelsea Flower Show Arctic Norway the Mediterranean Eastern Mediterranean
OCCUPANCY Twin Twin Twin Twin Twin OCCUPANCY Twin Twin Twin Twin Twin
Cat Deck Description $ $ $ $ $ Cat Deck Description $ $ $ $ $
A BRIDGE DECK Owner’s Suite with Balcony $14,010 $17,080 $16,280 $13,420 $12,490 A BRIDGE DECK Owner’s Suite with Balcony $13,030 $12,640 $15,040 $15,000 $11,620
B SUN DECK Deluxe Balcony Suite $12,680 $15,450 $14,720 $12,140 $11,280 B SUN DECK Deluxe Balcony Suite $11,750 $11,390 $13,570 $13,530 $10,450
C BRIDGE DECK Superior Balcony Suite $12,350 $15,050 $14,350 $11,830 $10,970 C BRIDGE DECK Superior Balcony Suite $11,450 $11,090 $13,220 $13,180 $10,160
D SUN DECK Balcony Suite $11,140 $13,590 $12,930 $10,680 $9,880 D SUN DECK Balcony Suite $10,300 $9,960 $11,890 $11,850 $9,110
F AEGEAN DECK Outside Forward Window $7,610 $9,280 $8,770 $7,290 $6,650 F AEGEAN DECK Outside Forward Window $6,900 $6,630 $7,960 $7,920 $6,090
G AEGEAN DECK Outside Aft Window $7,210 $8,790 $8,180 $6,910 $6,280 G AEGEAN DECK Outside Aft Window $6,410 $6,160 $7,400 $7,360 $5,740
H BALTIC DECK Outside Forward Port Holes $6,410 $7,810 $7,430 $6,140 $5,560 H BALTIC DECK Outside Forward Port Holes $5,810 $5,560 $6,690 $6,650 $5,090
I BALTIC DECK Outside Aft Port Holes $6,010 $7,330 $7,060 $5,760 $5,190 I BALTIC DECK Outside Aft Port Holes $5,500 $5,270 $6,340 $6,300 $4,740
K AEGEAN DECK Inside Forward $5,280 $6,430 $6,240 $5,060 $4,520 K AEGEAN DECK Inside Forward $4,840 $4,620 $5,570 $5,530 $3,820
L AEGEAN DECK Inside Aft $5,070 $6,190 $6,030 $4,860 $4,340 L AEGEAN DECK Inside Aft $4,660 $4,430 $5,360 $5,320 $3,640
M BALTIC DECK Inside Forward $4,810 $5,860 $5,730 $4,610 $4,100 M BALTIC DECK Inside Forward $4,410 $4,200 $5,080 $5,050 $3,410
N BALTIC DECK Inside Aft $4,480 $5,460 $5,360 $4,290 $3,800 N BALTIC DECK Inside Aft $4,110 $3,900 $4,730 $4,690 $3,120
OCCUPANCY Single Single Single Single Single OCCUPANCY Single Single Single Single Single
P SINGLES DECK Inside Sun Deck $4,340 $5,290 $5,210 $4,160 $3,670 P SINGLES DECK Inside Sun Deck $3,980 $3,780 $4,590 $4,550 $2,760
CRUISE CODE MIN160623 MIN160710 MIN160721 MIN160803 MIN160816 GRAND VOYAGES – JUNE, AUGUST – NOVEMBER 2016 DURATION (DAYS) 18 12 14 14 15 CRUISE CODE MIN160610A MIN160816A MIN160816B MIN161008A All prices are per person - $ Hidden White Sea Highlands, Islands Iberian Maritime Celtic Traditions & Edin- A Portrait of Portugal & Norse Discovery & the Emerald Isle Adventure burgh’s Tattoo & Spain DURATION (DAYS) 31 28 40 26
OCCUPANCY Twin Twin Twin Twin Twin All prices are per person - $ Grand Norwegian Fjords Grand Iberian & Grand Mediterranean Grand Ancient & White Sea Mediterranean Icons Classics Civilisations Cat Deck Description $ $ $ $ $ OCCUPANCY Twin Twin Twin Twin A BRIDGE DECK Owner’s Suite with Balcony $19,200 $11,340 $13,420 $15,390 $13,150 Cat Deck Description $ $ $ $ B SUN DECK Deluxe Balcony Suite $17,330 $10,240 $12,140 $13,910 $11,850 A BRIDGE DECK Owner’s Suite with Balcony $30,110 $24,875 $36,880 $25,290 C BRIDGE DECK Superior Balcony Suite $16,890 $9,970 $11,830 $13,560 $11,530 B SUN DECK Deluxe Balcony Suite $27,180 $22,420 $33,245 $22,785 D SUN DECK Balcony Suite $15,200 $8,970 $10,680 $12,230 $10,360 C BRIDGE DECK Superior Balcony Suite $26,470 $21,835 $32,370 $22,175 F AEGEAN DECK Outside Forward Window $10,200 $6,120 $7,290 $8,290 $7,000 D SUN DECK Balcony Suite $23,830 $19,630 $29,090 $19,915 G AEGEAN DECK Outside Aft Window $9,490 $5,790 $6,910 $7,740 $6,610 F AEGEAN DECK Outside Forward Window $16,010 $13,205 $19,505 $13,310 H BALTIC DECK Outside Forward Port Holes $8,590 $5,180 $6,140 $7,030 $5,890 G AEGEAN DECK Outside Aft Window $14,985 $12,370 $18,225 $12,445 I BALTIC DECK Outside Aft Port Holes $8,150 $4,850 $5,760 $6,680 $5,500 H BALTIC DECK Outside Forward Port Holes $13,445 $11,115 $16,400 $11,155 K AEGEAN DECK Inside Forward $7,170 $3,970 $5,060 $5,900 $4,470 I BALTIC DECK Outside Aft Port Holes $12,675 $10,450 $15,460 $10,490 L AEGEAN DECK Inside Aft $6,900 $3,810 $4,860 $5,700 $4,280 K AEGEAN DECK Inside Forward $11,110 $8,845 $13,235 $8,885 M BALTIC DECK Inside Forward $6,550 $3,580 $4,610 $5,420 $4,020 L AEGEAN DECK Inside Aft $10,680 $8,495 $12,705 $8,515 N BALTIC DECK Inside Aft $6,100 $3,310 $4,290 $5,070 $3,700 M BALTIC DECK Inside Forward $10,120 $8,010 $12,000 $8,040 OCCUPANCY Single Single Single Single Single N BALTIC DECK Inside Aft $9,405 $7,420 $11,125 $7,420 P SINGLES DECK Inside Sun Deck $5,920 $2,980 $4,160 $4,930 $3,310 OCCUPANCY Single Single Single Single
P SINGLES DECK Inside Sun Deck $9,115 $6,930 $10,520 $6,945 108 SWAN HELLENIC DISCOVERY CRUISES
Departs Cruise No.Days From/To Cruise reference CRUISES NOVEMBER 2015 – APRIL 2016 NOV 9, 2015 A MEDITERRANEAN ESCAPE 13 PIRAEUS, Greece / LISBON, Portugal MIN151109 NOV 21, 2015 SHORES OF THE ATLANTIC 13 LISBON, Portugal / TENERIFE, Canary Islands MIN151121 DEC 3, 2015 A TALE OF TWO CONTINENTS 19 TENERIFE, Canary Islands / BRIDGETOWN, Barbados MIN151203 DEC 21, 2015 CARIBBEAN COLONIAL TRAILS 15 BRIDGETOWN, Barbados / CARTAGENA, Colombia MIN151221 JAN 4, 2016 FLAVOURS OF LATIN AMERICA 15 CARTAGENA, Colombia / CALLAO (Lima), Peru MIN160104 JAN 18, 2016 A CHILEAN GRAND RESERVE 15 CALLAO (Lima), Peru / VALPARAISO, Chile MIN160118 FEB 1, 2016 BEAUTY OF THE CHILEAN FJORDS 19 VALPARAISO, Chile / WVALPARAISO, Chile MIN160201 FEB 19, 2016 TIMELESS SOUTH AMERICA 15 VALPARAISO, Chile / GUAYAQUIL, Ecuador MIN160219 MAR 4, 2016 NATURAL WONDERS OF LATIN AMERICA 16 GUAYAQUIL, Ecuador / COZUMEL, Mexico MIN160304 MAR 19, 2016 A CUBAN & CARIBBEAN MEDLEY 12 COZUMEL, Mexico / ST. GEORGE’S, Bermuda MIN160319 MAR 30, 2016 AN ATLANTIC SOJOURN 17 ST. GEORGE’S, Bermuda / PORTSMOUTH, England MIN160330
Departs Cruise No.Days From/To Cruise reference CRUISES APRIL 2016 - NOVEMBER 2015 APR 15, 2016 TROIS-RIVIÈRES DE FRANCE 14 PORTSMOUTH, England / PORTSMOUTH, England MIN160415 APR 28, 2016 A BALTIC MASTERPIECE 17 PORTSMOUTH, England / PORTSMOUTH, England MIN160428 MAY 14, 2016 GLORIOUS GARDENS AND THE CHELSEA FLOWER SHOW 14 PORTSMOUTH, England / PORTSMOUTH, England MIN160514 MAY 27, 2016 AN ICELANDIC QUEST 15 PORTSMOUTH, England / PORTSMOUTH, England MIN160527 JUN 10, 2016 FJORDLANDS AND ARCTIC NORWAY 14 PORTSMOUTH, England / KIRKENES, Norway MIN160610 JUN 23, 2016 HIDDEN WHITE SEA AND NORSE DISCOVERY 18 KIRKENES, Norway / PORTSMOUTH, England MIN160623 JUL 10, 2016 HIGHLANDS, ISLANDS AND THE EMERALD ISLE 12 PORTSMOUTH, England / PORTSMOUTH, England MIN160710 JUL 21, 2016 IBERIAN MARITIME ADVENTURE 14 PORTSMOUTH, England / PORTSMOUTH, England MIN160721 AUG 3, 2016 CELTIC TRADITIONS AND EDINBURGH’S TATTOO 14 PORTSMOUTH, England / PORTSMOUTH, England MIN160803 AUG 16, 2016 A PORTRAIT OF PORTUGAL AND SPAIN 15 PORTSMOUTH, England / BARCELONA, Spain MIN160816 AUG 30, 2016 RIVIERA AND ISLANDS OF THE MEDITERRANEAN 14 BARCELONA, Spain / CIVITAVECCHIA, Italy MIN160830 SEP 12, 2016 MEDITERRANEAN MOSAIC 13 CIVITAVECCHIA, Italy / DUBROVNIK, Croatia MIN160912 SEP 24, 2016 THE SPARKLING ADRIATIC 15 DUBROVNIK, Croatia / DUBROVNIK, Croatia MIN160924 OCT 8, 2016 HELLENIC ODYSSEY 14 DUBROVNIK, Croatia / PIRAEUS, Greece MIN161008 OCT 21, 2016 IMPRESSIONS OF THE EASTERN MEDITERRANEAN 13 PIRAEUS, Greece / LARNACA, Cyprus MIN161021 To book or request a brochure 1800 OCEANS (623 267) visit au.swanhellenic.com or contact your local travel agent
Swan Hellenic Worldwide small ship discovery cruises with inclusive shore excursions and renowned Guest Speaker programmes
Brochures from our sister companies
Voyages of Discovery Hebridean Small ship discovery cruises Island Cruises incorporating Northern Europe, Highlands & islands of Scotland, the Mediterranean, the Caribbean, England, Northern Ireland, Wales, Central & South America Eire, the Channel Islands, the Isles of Scilly & Northern France
Please note: we will always send the most up to date brochures - this means the cover designs may differ from those shown above.
Group travel Our cruises are perfect for groups. If you travel with 10 or more Here at Swan Hellenic we have a specialist, Groups team on hand adults, whether it’s your family, friends or members of a social to help you all the way through your booking. To find out club, you can take advantage of our excellent range of benefits. more, call us on: These include: 1800 OCEANS (1800 623 267) • Dedicated Groups team Monday - Friday from 9am - 5.30pm • Generous discounts and/or free places* • Private cocktail parties* *Subject to minimum numbers and availability. • FREE promotional material so you can keep your group informed
DISCOVER TRAVEL SHOP Australia 1800 623 267 (toll free) | New Zealand 0800 623 4293 [email protected] au.swanhellenic.com Level 7, 89 York Street, Sydney NSW 2000 Australia ABN: 79135750882 | Discover the World Marketing Travel trading as Discover Travel Shop.