SWAN HELLENIC AT A GLANCE
70
9
3
YEARS OF HERITAGE
OFFICES GLOBALLY
NEW EXPEDITION SHIPS
152 GUESTS PER SHIP
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ITINERARIES
CONTINENTS
BRAND HISTORY TIMELINE Father & Son launch Swan’s Tours
Swan Hellenic is reborn as leaders in cultural expeditions
Swan Hellenic bought by Lord Stirling
1983
1950
2017
2020
2007 P&O acquired Swan Hellenic from the Swan family
Swan Hellenic ceases trading and is bought by G Adventures
VISION
TO BE A WORLD LEADER IN CULTURAL EXPEDITION CRUISING
MISSION
ENRICHING CURIOUS MINDS THROUGH UNIQUE EXPEDITIONS
OUR VALUES
PASSION, ELEGANCE AND SOPHISTICATION We immerse our guests in a world of adventure.
RESPECT THE ENVIRONMENT We follow strict sustainable practices where possible and strive to reduce our carbon footprint.
PERSONAL WELLBEING We believe that travel should be a healing and invigorating experience for our guests and our staff.
AUTHENTIC AND PIONEERING We travel where others don’t, and take our guests to the heart of every destination.
EXPERTISE FROM 70 YEARS OF OPERATIONAL DELIVERY We use our years of experience to create a seamless travel experience for our guests.
UNRIVALLED PERSONALISED SERVICE We make sure our staff feel valued and cared for, allowing them to focus their full attention on our guests.
SWAN HELLENIC OFFICES
THE SH MINERVA
UNDER CONSTRUCTION IN THE HELSINKI SHIPYARD DESIGNED BY TILLBERG DESIGN OF SWEDEN CHRISTENING 1 NOVEMBER 2021, LONDON FIRST VOYAGE IN ANTARCTICA 27 NOVEMBER 2021
SHIP LAYOUT
DECK PLANS & STATEROOMS
STATEROOM CATEGORY: Oceanview: 16 (19m2) Balcony: 54 (28m2) Suite: 4 (44m2) Premium suite: 2 (49m2)
SHIP SPECIFICATION Guest Capacity: 152 Staff: 120 Number of Decks: 9 Length: 337ft (115m) Breadth: 75ft (25m) Tonnage: 10,500 Speed: 15.5 knots Propulsion: Hybrid Diesel Electric Polar Class PC5 Safe return to port system Dynamic positioning system Registered: Malta Lifeboats: 2 Zodiacs: 13
BASECAMP
THE SWAN RESTAURANT
SWAN RESTAURANT • Main venue for breakfast, lunch and dinner. • International and regional cuisine focused on quality local ingredients from the unique destinations we visit. • Buffet style for breakfast & lunch with a seated service for dinner. • 152 capacity • Deck 4
THE CLUB LOUNGE
THE CLUB LOUNGE
• Ideal setting for delicious, social gatherings, with a panoramic view of the ocean glittering below • Home to interactive food counters and a range of thrilling dining options: freshly made Italian pizza from our pizza oven and locally-inspired tapas • Available 24 hours a day • Deck 7
POOL BAR & GRILL
POOL BAR & GRILL
• Al fresco pool side bar with stellar views of the outdoor pool and glistening sea. • An a la carte menu features burgers, wraps, creative salads and locally inspired global small plates. • Deck 7
THE OBSERVATION LOUNGE
OBSERVATION LOUNGE
• The main venue for onboard lectures. Fully equipped with pop up screens and main stage to ensure every guest has a great view • After a day of exploration, sit back, relax and savour your favourite tipple whilst getting to know your fellow guests • Deck 7
ROOM SERVICE
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In-room dining option offers international favourites and a plethora of international delicacies for you to enjoy in your room just as you would do in any of our restaurants
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Available 24 hours a day
THE SAUNA
FITNESS ONBOARD
• State of the art gym with cardio machines, stretch bands & free weights • Sauna with far reaching views • Outdoor jacuzzi • Deck 8
OCEANVIEW STATEROOMS
OCEANVIEW STATEROOMS Oceanview staterooms features 2 single beds or a double bed with living room area and a luxurious bathroom • 19m2 • Sleeps 2 • Deck 4
BALCONY STATEROOMS
BALCONY STATEROOMS Balcony staterooms feature 2 single beds or double bed bedroom with living room area, a luxurious bathroom and your own private 6m2 balcony • 28m2 • Sleeps 2 /3 • Deck 5 & 6
SUITES
SUITES Our suites features a superking bed and separate living room with a soothing flame-effect fireplace, a luxurious ensuite bathroom with separate bath tub and walk in shower and a 12 m2 private balcony • 44m2 • Sleeps 4 • Deck 5&6
PREMIUM SUITES
PREMIUM SUITES Our grandest suites features a superking bed and separate living room with a soothing flame-effect fireplace a luxurious ensuite bathroom with separate bath tub and walk in shower, spacious walk in wardrobe and a 12 m2 private balcony. • 49m2 • Sleeps 4 • Deck 6
WHERE WE GO ARCTIC
ANTARTICA
RUSSIAN FAR EAST
REST OF THE WORLD
THROUGH OUR PARTNERS AT VODOHOD, WE ARE ABLE TO OPEN UP NEW ITINERARIES IN RUSSIA
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SALES OFFICES
3,4, 5* SHIPS
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EXCURSIONS DESTINATIONS
EMPLOYEES
ARCTIC DISCOVERY SVALBARD, FRANZ JOSEF LAND & NOVALIA ZEMLYA
Awaken your inner explorer on this life-changing intended expedition across the Arctic. Cruise past majestic fjords and through icechoked waters which reveal rarely seen wildlife, before closing your journey on Siberia’s mighty Yenisei river.
Sailing on 9th July 2022 Duration 19 Days
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ANTARCTIC SOLAR ECLIPSE SOUTH AMERICA, FALKLANDS & ANTARCTIC PENINSULA
What’s even more magical than sailing through Antarctica’s polar wilderness, penguin-spotting and whale-watching the day away? Doing it during a solar eclipse.
Sailing on 27th November 2021 Duration 16 Days
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INDONESIAN & MELANESIA DISCOVERY: PAPUA NEW GUINEA, AGATS & RAJA AMPAT
FROM RABAUL TO SORONG
This thrilling, extended cruise grants you access to one of the most remote regions left on Earth - Oceania’s smaller islands. Drop anchor in cerulean bays to snorkel or relax on sugarysand beaches and head ashore to experience the local way of life. Sailing on 9th April 2022 Duration 18 Days
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WHAT’S INCLUDED? • One-night pre-cruise 4 or 5* hotel accommodation with breakfast • All transfers between the hotel, port & airport • Onboard accommodation • All meals onboard including room service 24 hours a day • Coffee, tea, soft drinks & select alcoholic beverages 24 hours a day
• Lecture programmes by our experienced expedition team and guest spea • Standard WIFI (Premium WIFI available) • Onboard gratuities & port taxes • Shore excursion programme led by our expert expedition team
DESTINATION SPECIFIC INCLUSIONS FOR THE REST OF THE WORLD SAILINGS • On shore transfer per port of call FOR RUSSIA FAR EAST / ARCTIC / ANTARCTIC SAILINGS • Shore excursion programme led by our expert expedition team • Branded Swan Hellenic expedition parka • Use of rubber boots for shore landings FOR ANTARCTICA SAILINGS • Return flights: Buenos Aires to Ushuaia or Santiago to Ushuaia
OPTIONAL EXTRAS • Airfares (unless otherwise stated) • Travel insurance • Any Visa requirements • Optional additional nights pre or post cruise hotel accommodation • Meals on shore • Private zodiac tours • Premium Shore Excursions outside of the polar regions (unless otherwise stated) • Premium alcoholic beverages • Spa & beauty treatments • Laundry services • Retail shop purchases
WHAT TO EXPECT ON THE SHIP Oceans of outdoor space to relax in & explore from
Gym & Sauna with a view
Captivating lectures from our team of experts & guest speakers
Modern international delicacies 24 hours a day
State of the art Photography lab
LIFE ON LAND
WHAT TO EXPECT ON OUR EXCURSIONS
Begin and end your expedition in our heated concierge managed Basecamp
Exploration for all in our zodiacs
Immersive cultural experiences
Once in a lifetime moments
Authentic exploration is in our DNA
EXPEDITION CRUISE DAY • Scouting Zodiac departs first thing • Breakfast followed by disembarkation • Walks/ Hikes/ Snorkelling/ Zodiac ride along the coast • Back onboard for lunch • Stimulating lecture on related topics to the destination by leading experts • Afternoons excursion • Recap of the excursion & briefing for the following day • Evening dinner & entertainment • Stargazing (Depending on area and time of year/ Wildlife observation)
OUR GUEST PROFILES
EXPERIENCE SEEKER
CULTURE SEEKER
BUCKETLISTER
• 45-60 age
• 50-65 age
• 65–70+ age
• Prefers holidays that test as well as pamper
• Wants to travel polar to connect with nature and others
• Mostly retired
• Seek high-end cabins and gourmet food
• Values shared/unique experience with like minded people
• Cultural/sightseeing oriented
• Interested in polar travel to get away from it all and reconnect with self & or family
• Over index on educational programs and opportunities to connect with experts
• Visiting the polar regions is a life goal • Value comfort and touches of luxury
WHY BOOK WITH SWAN HELLENIC Over 70 years of cruise expertise offering the highest, safety standards in the industry
New 5 star expedition ships featuring modern Scandinavian inspired design showcasing unobstructed views and oceans of outside space Intuitive & unobtrusive service as our onboard team strive to anticipate our guests’ unspoken needs & provide a truly personal service
Enriching cultural expeditions around the world including unique destinations
SUSTAINABILITY • Heavy reduction in single use plastic • Ships fitted with SCR’s (Selective Catalytic Reduction units) • Dynamic positioning (allowing to maintain position without dropping anchor) • Battery back ups for use in port to reduce emission for a limited time • Advanced water treatment and potabilization system will limit the use of plastic water bottles • Complimentary reusable bottles for all guests • Our staff follow strict guidelines to limit our footprint in the destination we visit
OUR GUEST SAFETY We are not in the water until the end of November 2021 and by then the world may well be a different place so we will continue to adapt our policy in line with government guidance.
ONBOARD • We are building our ships with the latest technology and highest hygiene standards • Air conditioning system sanitised through UV technology • We are in consultation with onboard hygiene experts Vikand BOOKING POLICY • We want our guests to be reassured that their money is safe should the worst happen and they cannot make use of their holiday. • If we cancel a cruise or if guests are advised not to travel, we will either offer a future cruise credit valid for 2 years or refund the guests 100% Valid until end of March 2021
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