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Minerva
29 Night Grand Indian Voyage
Dubai to Singapore

Ship: Minerva
Cruise Line: Swan Hellenic Cruises
Departures:  05 December 2012
Duration: 29 Nights
Ports: Dubai, Khasab, Porbandar, Mumbai, Mangalore, Kochi, Colombo, Galle, Port Blair, Yangon, Rangoon, Penang, Malacca, Singapore
Airport gateway (Arrival) : Dubai
Airport gateway (Departure) : Singapore

Itinerary

 

Date Port Arrive Depart
05 Dec Dubai, United Arab Emirates   Overnight
06 Dec Dubai, United Arab Emirates   7.00pm
07 Dec Khasab, Oman 7.00am 2.00pm
08 Dec Cruising the Arabian Sea    
09 Dec Cruising the Arabian Sea    
10 Dec Porbandar, India 8.00am 7.00pm
11 Dec Mumbai, India 6.00pm Overnight
12 Dec Mumbai, India   7.00pm
13 Dec Cruising the Indian Ocean    
14 Dec Mangalore, India 8.00am 2.00pm
15 Dec Kochi, India 8.00am 11.00pm
16 Dec Cruising the Indian Ocean    
17 Dec Tuticorin, India 7.00am 7.00pm
18 Dec Colombo, Sri Lanka 8.00am Overnight
19 Dec Colombo, Sri Lanka   Overnight
20 Dec Colombo, Sri Lanka   11.00pm
21 Dec Galle, Sri Lanka 8.00am 2.00pm
22 Dec Cruising the Indian Ocean    
23 Dec Cruising the Indian Ocean    
24 Dec Port Blair, Andaman Islands 8.00am 7.00pm
25 Dec At Sea
CHRISTMAS DAY
   
26 Dec Yangon(Thilawa), Rangoon 3.00pm Overnight
27 Dec Yangon(Thilawa), Rangoon   Overnight
28 Dec Yangon(Thilawa), Rangoon   1.30pm
29 Dec Cruise the Andaman Sea    
30 Dec Cruise the Andaman Sea    
31 Dec Penang, Malaysia
New Year's Eve
   
01 Jan Malacca, Malaysia 1.00pm 7.00pm
02 Jan Singapore, Singapore 8.00am Overnight
03 Jan Singapore, Singapore

 

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

 

Cabin Pricing

* All prices quoted are PER PERSON in Australian Dollars and include Port Charges and Fuel Charges (if applicable).
* All prices quoted are for the cruise departing on 05 December 2012. Prices for alternative departure dates may vary.

Gratuities included

Cabin Single Twin Triple Quad + Child + Infant
Category N - Baltic Deck Inside Aft---$4409------------Book or Enquire
Category I - Baltic Deck Outside Aft Portholes---$6940------------Book or Enquire
Category G - Aegean Deck Outside Aft Window---$7919------------Book or Enquire
Category D - Sun Deck Balcony Suite---$10229------------Book or Enquire
 

Ports

Dubai

A relatively new tourist destination, Dubai has gained in popularity in the recent years. It is essentially a desert city with superb infrastructure, liberal policies and excellent tourist amenities. Just 5 hrs from Europe and 3 hrs from most parts of Asia, Dubai makes a great short break for shopping, partying, sunbathing, fine dining, sporting events, and even a few sinful pleasures. It is a city of superlatives: for the fastest, biggest, tallest, largest and highest, Dubai is the destination.

Country - United Arab Emirates
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 8kms
Currency - Emirati Dirham (AED)

Places of Interest
The Burj Hotel, Duty Free Shopping Centres, Bastakiya

Khasab

Khasab is the regional center of Musandam Governorate in the Sultanate of Oman. It is located very close to the Strait of Hormuz about 60 km away from Ras Al Khaimah in the United Arab Emirates.

Country - Oman
Distance from port to City -
Distance to Airport
Currency - Rial (OMR)

Places of Interest

Sultanate of Oman

 


Porbandar

Porbandar is an all-weather Port, It is situated on the west coast of Saurashtra facing the Arabian Sea.


Country - India
Distance from port to City - 2kms
Distance from port to Airport - 450kms
Currency - Indian Rupee (INR) 

Places of Interest
Temples, Birth place of Mahatma Gandhi

Mumbai

As one of India's commercial capital is a city of stark contrasts -- modern towers of steel and glass stand next to stately stone edifices from the days of the Raj. The fabled "Gateway of India" is a place of haunting beauty, from the marble serenity of the Jain Palace to the Elephanta Caves, where sculptures of Brahma, Shiva and Vishnu were carved out of solid rock over a millennia ago.

Country - India
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 28kms
Currency - Indian Rupees (INR)

Places of Interest
Gandhi Museum, Kamala Nehru Park & Hanging Gardens, Elephant Caves

Mangalore

 

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Distance from port to City
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Kochi

The influence of Chinese, Jews, Arabs and Europeans is evident in Kochi and its people. Kochi hosts the oldest church in India, 500 year old houses built by the Portuguese, old tiled houses built in the Chinese pagoda style, the famous Chinese fishing nets, a Jewish community whose roots go back to the Diaspora, synagogues and mosques all tell the fascinating story of Kochi as a harbour town.

Country -  India
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance to Airport - 30kms
Currency - Indian Rupee (INR)

Places of Interest
Fort Kochi Beach, Vasco de Gama House, Bolghatty Palace, Kodanad Elephant & Wildlife Reserve

Colombo

Sri Lanka, formerly Ceylon, is a land of primeval jungles inhabited by leopards and elephants, wondrous ruins of the great civilizations of ages past, and a modern city. Colombo, the commercial capital of Sri Lanka, is where western technology meets the frenzy of a traditional Asian metropolis.

Country - Sri Lanka
Distance from port to City - 2kms
Distance from port to Airport - 2kms
Currency - Sri Lanka Rupees (LKR)

Places of Interest
National Museum, Pettah Bazaar

Port Blair



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Distance from port to City
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Places of Interest

Yangon

Yangon, formerly Rangoon, was the capital of Myanmar until it was superseded by Naypyidaw in November 2005. The city is an amalgamation of British, Burmese, Chinese, and Indian influences, and is known for its colonial architecture, which although decaying, remains an almost unique example of a 19th-century British colonial capital. New high-rise buildings were constructed from the 1990s as the government began to allow private investment. However, Yangon continues to be a city of the past, as seen by its lyongi-wearing pedestrians, its street vendors, and its pungent smells.

Country - Myanmar (Burma)
Distance from port to City - 10 km
Distance from Port to Airport -
Currency - kyat (mmK)

Places of Interest

Rangoon


Country - Burma (Myanmar)
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from Port to Airport - 0kms
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Places of Interest

Penang

Dubbed the "Pearl of the Orient", Penang has so much to offer its visitors: charming colonial architecture, ancient places of worship, tropical fauna and flora, hillside retreats and fantastic beaches. Of course, Penang's mouth-watering delights, in particular, the hawker fare, is a culinary experience not to be missed.

Country - Malaysia
Distance from port to City - 30kms
Distance to Airport - 40kms
Currency - Malaysian Ringgit (MYR)

Places of Interest
Penang Bridge, Snake Temple, Reclining Buddha

Malacca

Today, Melaka posesses a charm that is all its own. Hail a trishaw for a ride along little streets that wind through a colourful mishmash of architectural styles. Cruise along Melaka river, then walk along hillocks that have tales to tell, of warware and treachery, romance and heartbreak.

Country - Malaysia
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 10kms
Currency - Malaysian Ringgit (MYR)

Places of Interest
Ayer Keroh Receational Forest, A'Famosa Water World

Singapore

This prosperous, ultra-modern city-state stills holds many surprises, sporting diverse cultures, world class hotels, street eateries and duty free. Explore cultural enclaves like Chinatown, Little India and Arab Street. Visit such attractions as the Jurong Bird Park and Sentosa Island. Or Simply head to Orchard Road for world-class shopping.

Country - Singapore
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 5kms
Currency - Singapore Dollar (SGD)

Places of Interest
Sentosa Island, Little India, Thian Hock Kheng Temple, Orchard Road, Singapore Zoo

 

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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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