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 CRUISE
LINES:
Swan
Hellenic Cruises
SMALL SHIP CRUISING WITH A COUNTRY HOUSE STYLE
Swan Hellenic has been defining the art of discovery cruising
for more than 50 years. Each cruise itinerary is a unique,
cultural travel experience, blending world-class sites with
smaller, off the beaten track destinations.
A programme of tailor-made shore excursions is included
in the cruise fare, with excursions accompanied by experienced
Swan Hellenic staff - including those who have planned your
cruise.
Swan Hellenic’s long established and renowned guest
speaker programme illuminates days at sea while open seating
dining means you can ponder ancient mysteries and contemporary
issues with like-minded travellers as well as your fellow
guest speakers.
Other daytime options might include painting, writing or
singing workshops, joining a yoga or tai chi class, or browsing
the extensive reference and fiction library and losing yourself
in a good book. Evenings include fine dining, classical
concerts and after dinner talks, plus occasional entertainment
from ashore.
Travelling in comfort and ease aboard Minerva, your floating
country house hotel, is remarkably good value including
all tips on board and ashore, as well as tailor made cruise
books and supporting documentation.
Swan Hellenic has won many awards for her unique style
of discovery cruising including, most recently, Condé
Nast’s Favourite Cruise Line (small ships) 2009.
SHIPS:
River Cruising in Europe by Swan Hellenic
Swan Hellenic is once again delighted to bring you an exciting
choice of river cruises for 2011. Our unique brand of discovery
cruising, coupled with A-ROSA’s superior fleet of river
cruisers, means you can enjoy discovering the heart of Europe
with many of the ingredients that mark out Swan’s traditional
ocean-going voyages.
As well as your own Swan Hellenic Cruise Director, you’ll
travel with a distinguished Guest Speaker. We also include
air (or train travel on the Rhône or Rhine), an inclusive
shore excursion programme, all meals, entertainment and gratuities
on board. We’ll even guarantee the price once you’ve
booked your cruise.
Each one of A-ROSA’s sophisticated fleet of river cruisers
has been designed with Europe’s great rivers in mind.
That’s why all the public rooms, all of the cabins –
not to mention the spacious decks – make the best of
the views you’ll enjoy. On board, the atmosphere is relaxed,
congenial. Attentive staff wait at your table and bring you
drinks on deck. Menus offer a mix of regional and international
dishes. There are no sittings or seating plans and the dress
code is informal. Most surprising of all, is the space you’ll
find on board, with airy lounges and restaurants, and a range
of amenities you’d only expect to find on much larger
ships.
A Swan Hellenic river cruise takes you closer to the heart
of Europe, making it easier to discover the heart and soul
of each city and landscape. Thanks to the insights of your
Swan Hellenic Guest Speaker on board, and to expert guides
ashore, you’ll have a much more rounded appreciation
of the history, art and architecture that surrounds you, a
more in-depth understanding of the many themes explored.
With Swan’s distinctive approach to discovery cruising,
you’ll enjoy an inclusive programme of shore excursions
and stimulating talks from your Swan Hellenic Guest Speaker,
all included in your cruise fare.
RIVER SHIPS:
WEB SITE:
www.swanhellenic.com
email info@cruiseto.co.uk
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