Guests have been enchanted by Swan Hellenic's unique, multi-award-winning cruise experience for more than 60 years. Boasting all the refinements of an intimate country house hotel, Minerva will take you in style and comfort as she leads the way to some of the world's most fascinating destinations.
Joining you on your voyage will be a maximum of 350 like-minded passengers who share your thirst for knowledge, along with carefully selected, renowned Guest Speakers. Engaging and approachable, informed and passionate, they will deliver lively talks that bring to life the fascinating history and remarkable stories that lie at the heart of each destination.
Setting us even further apart is our handpicked shore excursion program worth up to $1,500 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.
Minerva's accommodations are elegant and understated with spacious lounges and comfortable bars. Friendly staff cater to your every need and ensure your cruise meets or surpasses every expectation. All our cruises offer unrivaled, inclusive value which means that, aside from airfare & transfers, bar & personal expenses, selected visas and any optional excursions you choose to add, there are no other costs.
Ship Calendar
Destination
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan 2026
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
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Ship Details
Year Built
1996
Capacity
350
Meeting Rooms
No
Year Refurbished
N/A
Elevators
1
Casino
No
Registry
N/A
Restaurants
2
Disco
No
Tonnage
12,500
Bars
2
Fitness Center
Yes
Cabins
175
Pools
1
Children's Program
No
Handicap Cabins
1
Theaters
Y
Internet Cafe
Yes
Shops
Yes
Library
Yes
Spa
Yes
Ship Decks
Promenade Deck
Promenade Deck
Sun Deck
Sun Deck
Bridge Deck
Bridge Deck
Main Deck
Main Deck
Aegean Deck
Aegean Deck
Baltic Deck
Baltic Deck
Deck 3
Deck 3
Deck 4
Deck 4
Deck 5
Deck 5
Deck 6
Deck 6
Deck 7
Deck 7
Deck 8
Deck 8
Deck 9
Deck 9
Ship Cabins
Balcony
Features 2 single beds, bedroom and living room, a luxurious ensuite bathroom and your own private 6 sq.m. balcony.
Balcony
Balcony Suite
All cabins have private facilities, air-conditioning (centrally controlled), TV and radio, vanity table/writing desk and chair, direct-dial telephone, hair dryer, binoculars and safe. All twin cabins have twin beds, which when booked can, if requested, be made up into a Queen bed. All Deluxe cabins have bath and toilet. Deluxe cabins have large picture windows, mirrored for privacy and have a separate sitting area with sofa, chair, table and refrigerator.
Balcony Suite
Deluxe Balcony Suite
All cabins have private facilities, air-conditioning (centrally controlled), TV and radio, vanity table/writing desk and chair, direct-dial telephone, hair dryer, binoculars and safe. All Suites have a bath and a toilet.All Suites have a balcony with floor-to-ceiling patio doors and separate sitting area with sofa, chair, table and refrigerator.
Deluxe Balcony Suite
Inside Aft
All cabins have private facilities, air-conditioning (centrally controlled), TV and radio, vanity table/writing desk and chair, direct-dial telephone, hair dryer, binoculars and safe. All twin cabins have twin beds, which when booked can, if requested, be made up into a Queen bed.
Inside Aft
Inside Forward
All cabins have private facilities, air-conditioning (centrally controlled), TV and radio, vanity table/writing desk and chair, direct-dial telephone, hair dryer, binoculars and safe. All twin cabins have twin beds, which when booked can, if requested, be made up into a Queen bed.
Inside Forward
Oceanview
Oceanview cabins features 2 single beds, bedroom and living room and a luxurious ensuite bathroom.
Oceanview
Outside Aft Porthole
All cabins have private facilities, air-conditioning (centrally controlled), TV and radio, vanity table/writing desk and chair, direct-dial telephone, hair dryer, binoculars and safe. All twin cabins have twin beds, which when booked can, if requested, be made up into a Queen bed.
Outside Aft Porthole
Outside Forward Porthole
All cabins have private facilities, air-conditioning (centrally controlled), TV and radio, vanity table/writing desk and chair, direct-dial telephone, hair dryer, binoculars and safe. All twin cabins have twin beds, which when booked can, if requested, be made up into a Queen bed.
Outside Forward Porthole
Outside Forward Window
All cabins have private facilities, air-conditioning (centrally controlled), TV and radio, vanity table/writing desk and chair, direct-dial telephone, hair dryer, binoculars and safe. All twin cabins have twin beds, which when booked can, if requested, be made up into a Queen bed.
Outside Forward Window
Owners Suite
All cabins have private facilities, air-conditioning (centrally controlled), TV and radio, vanity table/writing desk and chair, direct-dial telephone, hair dryer, binoculars and safe. All Suites have a bath and a toilet.All Suites have a balcony with floor-to-ceiling patio doors and separate sitting area with sofa, chair, table and refrigerator.
Owners Suite
Premier Suite
Our grandest suites features a superking bed and separate living room with and a soothing flame-effect fireplace a luxurious ensuite bathroom, spacious walk in wardrobe and a 12 sq.m private balcony.
Premier Suite
Premium Suite
Located on Deck 6 at the aft, our Premium Suites with a 12 sq.m. private balconies are the most luxurious accommodation on board. A favorite for those who want nothing but the best.
Premium Suite
Suite
Our Suites features a superking bed and separate living room with and a soothing flame-effect fireplace a luxurious ensuite bathroom and a 12 sq.m. private balcony.
Suite
Superior Balcony Suite
All cabins have private facilities, air-conditioning (centrally controlled), TV and radio, vanity table/writing desk and chair, direct-dial telephone, hair dryer, binoculars and safe. All twin cabins have twin beds, which when booked can, if requested, be made up into a Queen bed. All Superior cabins have bath and toilet. Superior cabins have large picture windows, mirrored for privacy.
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