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Minerva
14 Night Aegean and Levant
Izmir to Piraeus

Ship: Minerva
Cruise Line: Swan Hellenic Cruises
Departures:  26 September 2012
Duration: 14 Nights
Ports: Izmir, Thessaloniki, Kavala/Philippi, Rhodes, Antalya, Tasucu, Latakia, Tartous, Limassol, Piraeus
Airport gateway (Arrival) : Izmir
Airport gateway (Departure) : Athens

Itinerary

Date Port Arrive Depart
26 Sep Izmir, Turkey    
27 Sep Izmir, Turkey   2.00pm
28 Sep Thessaloniki, Greece 12.00am 9.00pm
29 Sep Kavalla, Greece 1.00pm 11.00pm
30 Sep Cruising the Aegean Sea    
01 Oct Rhodes, Greece 8.00am 4.00pm
02 Oct Antalya, Turkey 8.00am 7.00pm
03 Oct Tasucu, Turkey 12.00am 7.00pm
04 Oct Latakia, Syria 7.00am 11.00pm
05 Oct Tartous, Syria 7.00am 7.00pm
06 Oct Limassol, Cyprus 8.00am 7.00pm
07 Oct Cruising the Mediterranean Sea    
08 Oct Syros, Greece 8.00am 4.00pm
09 Oct Piraeus, Greece 6.00am  
10 Oct Piraeus, Greece    

* Ports of call may vary based on itinerary and departure dates selected

 

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Ports

Izmir

"Beautiful Izmir" -- the "Pearl of the Aegean" -- is Turkey's third largest city. A city of palm-lined promenades, avenues and green parks set in sweeping curves along a circular bay, Izmir has an exceptionally mild climate and many fine hotels.

Country -  Turkey
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from Port to Airport - 15kms
Currency - Turkish Lira (YTL)

Places of Interest
Cable Railway, Kadifekale Mountain Lookout, Culture Park

Thessaloniki

 

Country
Distance from port to City
Distance to Airport
Currency -

Places of Interest

Kavala/Philippi

The Turks ruled Kavala for more than six centuries, leaving behind their cultural and architectural influences.

Country - Greece
Currency - Euro (EUR) 

Rhodes

Known as the sun island there are hardly any days when the sun does not shine. The third largest Greek Island, Rhodes today offers its visitor an abundance of year round leisure activities. The warm hospitality of the islanders, the natural beauty of the island and the monuments from her long and turbulent history are not to be missed.

Country - Greece (Rhodes)
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 16kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

Places of Interest
Mandraki Harbour, Mt. Philerimos, Acropolis of Lindos

Antalya

Antalya, Turkey's principal holiday resort in the Mediterranean region (ancient Pamphylia), is an attractive city with shady palm-lined boulevards, a prize-winning marina on the Mediterranean. Antalya is the shining gem of the Turquoise Riviera with some of the clearest waters and most beautiful coast along the Mediterranean, the region is great for divers, swimmers and yachting types.

Country - Turkey
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 13kms
Currency - Turkish Liyra (YTL)

Places of Interest
Kaleici, Archaelogy Museum, Historic Museums

Latakia

Latakia - Is Syria’s main sea-port on the Mediterranean

Country - Syria 
Distance from port to City - N/A
Distance to Airport - N/A
Currency - Syrian Pound (SYP) 

Places of Interest
museum, Roman gateway (Tetraparticus)

Tartous

Tartus was called Antaradus by the Pheonicians and Tortusa by the Byzantines. Tortusa was to become one of supply ports for the Crusaders and a military base of considerable importance. It was held by the Templars, but recovered by Saladin in 1188. The arches, wall-towers and narrow lanes in Tartus evoke what the town must have been like in medieval times. A jewel of Romanesque art is the cathedral of Tartus, which is now a museum containing relics from various Syrian civilizations.

Country - Syria
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from Port to Airport - 160kms
Currency - Syrian Pound (SYP)

Places of Interest
Old City, Tartus Beach, Island of Arwad, Ancient Citadel

Limassol

On the island's south coast, Limassol is very much in the Greek sector of Cyprus. Nearby crusaders' castles, Greco-Roman ruins, olive groves and vineyards all speak to a lifestyle that is intrinsically Hellenic, and wizened lacemakers weave the traditions of their ancestors into their detailed work.

Country - Cyprus
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 60kms
Currency - Cypriot Pound (CYP)

Places of Interest
Temple of Apollo, Omodos Village, Aphrodite's Rock

Piraeus

Piraeus is located to the south of Athens. It is the capital of the Piraeus Prefecture and belongs to the Athens urban area. It was the port of the ancient city of Athens and it was chosen to serve as the modern port when Athens was re-founded in 1834. Piraeus remains one of the busiest shipping and industrial centres of the Mediterranean.

Country - Greece
Distance from port to City -
Distance to Airport
Currency - Euro Dollar (EUR)

Places of Interest
Greek Maritime Museum and Piraeus Archaeological Museum.

 

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Swan Hellenic Cruises

Swan Hellenic Cruises

With over 50 years experience in discovery cruising, Swan Hellenic know all the ingredients for the perfect cruise. From the onboard environment to inspiring itineraries, and from our knowledgeable reservations team to our European ship's officers and attentive crew, we are committed to providing you with the ultimate discovery cruise experience.

 

Ship info

Minerva

PLEASE NOTE:

From November 2011 to March 2012, Minerva will be embarking on a visionary multi-million pound upgrade to take Swan Hellenic and Minerva forward into the next era.
New specifications will feature an increase in balcony cabins, taking the total number to 44 balcony cabins, or 23% of passenger accommodation. There will also be an upgrade for all cabin ensuites and added space and comfort in public areas.
Please visit
here for more information on this exciting new development.


 
No matter which corner of the globe you choose to discover, after exploring ashore, you will always appreciate Minerva’s stately comforts: a relaxed lounge with entertainment, well-stocked library, restaurants, gym, Wheeler bar and Shackleton's bar. An elegant environment in which polished wood and gleaming brass are complemented by works of art and fresh flowers.



Dining

This ship has 2 restaurants

  • Main Dining Restaurant
  • Veranda Dining Room

Entertainment

  • Darwin Lounge / Lecture Hall
  • Wheeler Bar
  • Shackleton's Bar
  • Cinema

Onboard Activities

  • Swimming Pool
  • Gymnasium
  • Sauna & Spa Services 
  • Beauty Salon
  • Library / Card Room 
  • Smoking Room
  • Boutique and Gift Shop
  • Photography Services 

Ship facts

Ship Details
Gross Tonnage 12,500 Tonnes
Star Rating TBA
Size/Style of Ship Mid-Size
Entered Service 29/04/1996
Registry The Bahamas
Former Name N/A
Length 132.9 metres
Beam 20.1 metres
Draft 5.8 Metres
Propulsion/Propellers NA
Maximum Cruising Speed (knots) 15
Passenger Capacity (twin) 350
Crew 160
Nationality of Officers British/European
Nationality of Crew International
Total Cabins TBA
Total Inside cabins  
Total Outside cabins  
Cabin/Suites with Balcony  
Wheelchair Accessible Cabins  
Passenger Decks 6
Cabin Electricity 110v
Elevators 2
Self-Service Laundry Yes
Onboard Currency (subject to change)  

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