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MV Minerva

No matter which corner of the globe you choose to discover, after exploring ashore, you will always appreciate Minerva’s stately comforts. With over 60 years experience in discovery cruising, Swan Hellenic knows all the ingredients for the perfect cruise. From the inspiring worldwide itineraries to our signature guest speaker program, inclusive escorted shore excursions and to our attentive crew, we are committed to providing you with the ultimate experiential cruise experience. 


    • 12449

    • Tonnage
    • 1996

    • Built Year
    • 160

    • Crew
    • 350

    • Pax Capacity
    • 5

    • Bars
    • 1

    • Pools
    • Bahamas

    • Registration Country

Sailings

Ship Information


  • Maiden Voyage: 1996
  • Tonnage: 12,449 tons
  • Length: 437.00 feet
  • Avg Speed: 14.00
  • Passenger Capacity: 350
  • Normal Crew Size: 160
  • Registration Country: Bahamas
  • Cabin Features

    • Hairdryer
    • Telephone
    • Television
    • 24-Hour Room Service
  • Special Requests

    • Special Dietary Meals
    • Wheelchair Accessible Cabins
  • Fitness Facilities

    • Fitness Center
    • 1 Swimming Pools
  • Services

    • 5 Bars
    • Beauty Salon
    • Internet Access
    • Library
    • Movie Theatre
    • Self Laundry
    • Shops
    • Spa

Dining

Breakfast, lunch and dinner are arranged on an open sitting basis and may be taken in the Swan Restaurant or the less informal Veranda. Opening times will vary according to the daily program.

Age Restrictions

Children - There are no recreational facilities for children aboard Minerva and reservations for children are not advised.

Pregnancy - 
 Regulations vary from airline to airline, but some will refuse to carry women who will be 24 weeks pregnant on the date of return travel. If you are in doubt, please check with the airline concerned and we would recommend that you consult your doctor in any case.

Tipping

Gratuities are included in the cruise fare.

Cabins

    Inside

  • Category Code(s): L
    Inside
    • On Aegean Deck
    • These twin inside cabins on Aegean Deck are 13 sq meters in size.
    • Following Minerva's upgrade, these cabins will feature newly refurbished en suite shower facilities.
    • All cabins have private facilities, air-conditioning (centrally controlled), TV and radio, vanity table/writing desk and chair, direct-dial telephone, hair dryer, binoculars, safe and complimentary water.
  • Category Code(s): K
    Inside
    • On Aegean Deck
    • These inside twin cabins on Aegean Deck are 13 square meters in size
    • Following Minerva's upgrade, these cabins will feature newly refurbished en suite shower facilities
    • All cabins have private facilities, air-conditioning (centrally controlled), TV and radio, vanity table/writing desk and chair, direct-dial telephone, hair dryer, binoculars, safe and complimentary water
    • Cabins A37 & A38 are suitable for wheelchair users, fixed twin, not double
  • Category Code(s): M,N
    Inside
    • On Baltic Deck
    • These twin inside cabins on Baltic Deck are 13 square meters in size.
    • Following Minervans upgrade, these cabins will feature newly refurbished en suite shower facilities
    • All cabins have private facilities, air-conditioning (centrally controlled), TV and radio, vanity table/writing desk and chair, direct-dial telephone, hair dryer, binoculars, safe and complimentary water

Oceanview

  • Category Code(s): F,G
    Oceanview
    • On Aegean Deck
    • These outside cabins on Aegean Deck range from 12.1m2 to 13m2 in size and feature large picture windows
    • All Aegean Deck cabins feature en suites with showers
    • With our compliments: A welcome bottle of mineral water on embarkation
  • Category Code(s): H
    Oceanview
    • On Baltic Deck
    • These twin outside cabins on Baltic Deck range from 12.1 to 13 square meters in size and have portholes
    • Following Minerva's upgrade, these cabins will also feature newly refurbished en suite shower facilities
    • All cabins have private facilities, air-conditioning (centrally controlled), TV and radio, vanity table/writing desk and chair, direct-dial telephone, hair dryer, binoculars, safe and complimentary water
    • Cabins B5 & B6 are fixed twin, not double
  • Category Code(s): I
    Oceanview
    • On Baltic Deck
    • These twin outside cabins on Baltic Deck are 13 square meters in size and have portholes
    • Following Minerva's upgrade, these cabins will also feature newly refurbished en suite shower facilities
    • All cabins have private facilities, air-conditioning (centrally controlled), TV and radio, vanity table/writing desk and chair, direct-dial telephone, hair dryer, binoculars, safe and complimentary water
    • Cabins B5 & B6 are fixed twin, not double

Suite

  • Category Code(s): B
    Suite
    • Feature a deep teak deck balcony with floor-to ceiling patio doors
    • Balcony
    • Featuring a separate sitting area
    • Sofa, chair, table, flat screen TV
    • Refrigerator and tea and coffee making facilities
    • Deluxe Balcony Suites on the starboard side have en suite shower facilities, while all those on the port side have en suites with baths
    • A welcome bottle of Champagne and mineral water on embarkation
    • Mini Bar: first set up is complimentary
    • Fruit Basket: replenished on a daily basis
  • Category Code(s): D
    Suite
    • On Sun Deck
    • Features an expansive teak deck balcony with floor-to-ceiling patio doors
    • Total size inclusive of balcony to 28m2 (balcony measures 7.10m2)
    • Separate sitting area with sofa, chair, table, flat screen TV and refrigerator
    • Balcony 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: Bottled mineral water: first set up is complimentary
    • Mini Bar: charged as consumed
  • Category Code(s): A
    Suite
    • On Bridge Deck
    • These Superior Balcony Suites, feature a balcony with floor to ceiling patio doors
    • Overall cabin area of 30.70m2 includes the balcony (which measures 7.5m2)
    • Featuring a separate sitting area with sofa, chair, table, flat screen TV, refrigerator and tea and coffee making facilities
    • All Superior Balcony Suites on the starboard side have en suite shower facilities, while all those on the port side have en suites with baths
    • With Swan Hellenic compliments: A welcome bottle of Champagne and bottled mineral water on embarkation. Mini Bar: first set up is complimentary
    • Fruit Basket: replenished on a daily basis
  • Category Code(s): C
    Suite
    • On Bridge Deck
    • These Superior Balcony Suites, feature a balcony with floor to ceiling patio doors
    • Overall cabin area of 30.70m2 includes the balcony (which measures 7.5m2)
    • Featuring a separate sitting area with sofa, chair, table, flat screen TV, refrigerator and tea and coffee making facilities,
    • Balcony Suites on the starboard side have en suite shower facilities, while all those on the port side have en suites with baths
    • With Sean Hellenic compliments: A welcome bottle of Champagne and bottled mineral water on embarkation. Mini Bar: first set up is complimentary
    • Fruit Basket: replenished on a daily basis

Life on Board

    General

  • Guest Speaker
    Guest Speaker

    One of the main attractions of a Swan Hellenic cruise is the signature guest speaker program with guest speakers that are each chosen for their expertise and for their passion in communicating their specialist subject. Guest Speakers are respected historians, classicists, archaeologists, volcanologists, geologists, military historians, botanists, art historians, theologians, ambassadors, writers, and broadcasters. Three or four Guest Speakers accompany each cruise.

  • Workshop
    Workshop

    Learn a new skill in one of our occasional workshops such as bridge, painting, yoga, or tai-chi.

Dining

  • Fine Dining
    Fine Dining

    Attentive cabin stewards will look after you throughout your stay. There's a sense of occasion every evening in the elegant Swan Restaurant. Open from early until late, there are no sittings or seating plans on board. You're free to dine on your own, or with newly-found friends. Just let the Maitre d' know your preference on the day. Menus include gourmet choices and often feature dishes that reflect the destinations to which Swan Hellenic travels. Fresh ingredients are brought on board at many ports. Dishes are cooked to order and the wine waiters will be happy to recommend labels from the extensive wine list. A second restaurant, The Veranda, is a less informal dining option and offers the opportunity to dine al-fresco.

  • The Swan Restaurant
    The Swan Restaurant

    The Swan Restaurant is elegantly and comfortably furnished with white tablecloths, sparkling glasses and polished cutlery. Arrive at any time within advertised opening hours and you will be shown to a table by our Maître d’. Full waiter service will ensure that you enjoy your meal.

  • Veranda Restaurant
    Veranda Restaurant

    The Veranda Restaurant, with its conservatory décor, provides a less formal dining environment with buffet service. The Veranda offer a wide choice of menu for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Morning coffee, pastries and afternoon tea are also served here.

Spa and Beauty

  • Beauty Salon
    Beauty Salon

    Hair styling for ladies and gentlemen, manicures, pedicures and a variety of relaxing massage therapies as well as facials/body treatments are all available on board at the Salon Centre situated on Aegean Deck. Meet the experienced personnel for a complimentary consultation to select the services that are most suited to you.

Onboard Activities

  • Internet Lounge
    Internet Lounge

    Dedicated, competitively-priced Internet Lounge, situated on Bridge Deck, enabling you to keep in touch with family and friends.

  • Library
    Library

    Hide away with a good book in the peaceful surrounds of the Library, where you may also enjoy a game of backgammon or fit the last piece in the jigsaw.

Night Life

  • Orpehus Lounge
    Orpehus Lounge

    This light, spacious lounge at the forward end of the top deck, with seating for 145 passengers, offers panoramic views by day and an intimate venue for dancing by night.

  • Shackleton Bar
    Shackleton Bar

    A spacious horseshoe-shaped bar with large picture windows. Relax and enjoy a pre- or post-dinner drink, while listening to a varied programme of piano music.

  • Wheeler Bar
    Wheeler Bar

    The elegant and comfortable Wheeler Bar is the perfect location to enjoy a drink during the day and late into the evening, while our classical musicians create a relaxing ambience.

Pools

  • Canopied Pool Area
    Canopied Pool Area

    Offering shelter from the heat of the midday sun, you can enjoy the weather and scenery from a shaded outdoor area. This is also the perfect setting for evening barbecues, al fresco restaurant dining and late-night entertainment.


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