Boutique Expedition Cruising
The Swan Hellenic Experience
Purpose-built, polar-class expedition ships that pair genuine scientific discovery with quiet, personal luxury — carrying as few as 152 guests to some of the most remote coastlines on Earth.
Included Experiences
Three Ways to Explore
Every Swan Hellenic voyage blends expert-led Zodiac expeditions, a dedicated onboard Expedition Team, and hands-on citizen science — so every guest experiences the destination, not just the ship.
Included
Zodiac Expeditions
Guided by an Expedition Team of naturalists, historians, and scientists, Zodiac landings, guided hikes, and wildlife encounters are woven into every voyage — with no optional excursion fees, ever.
Included
Expedition Team
Up to 11 onboard experts — historians, geologists, biologists, and naturalists — lead daily lectures, guide every Zodiac landing, and share their expertise at each stop along the way.
Included
Citizen Science Program
Become a real contributor to ocean research — logging whale sightings with Happywhale, cloud data with NASA, phytoplankton with the Secchi Disk Study, and seabird counts with Stony Brook University.
Life Aboard
On Board Experience
From the moment you step aboard, a crew of up to 141 attends to every detail — so you can be fully present for every discovery.
Expedition & Science Team
Up to 11 experts — naturalists, historians, geologists, and marine scientists — guide every landing and lead the onboard Citizen Science program that makes each voyage a genuine research contribution.
World-Class Dining
Gourmet dinners at the Swan Restaurant, relaxed dining and afternoon tea by the fireplace in the Club Lounge, and al fresco grilling at the Pool Grill & Bar — with wine, spirits, cocktails, beer, and coffee open and included all day.
Observation Lounge & Library
Panoramic windows make this quiet retreat the natural hub of the ship — for a good book from the library, a moment of reflection, or watching the coastline drift by with a warm drink in hand.
Lounges, Lectures & Bar
From destination lectures and evening presentations to live music and a well-stocked bar, Swan Hellenic's social spaces are where the day's adventures are recapped over a cocktail.
Genuine, Personal Service
With a near 1-to-1 staff ratio, Swan Hellenic's crew is known for warm, unscripted hospitality — the kind of detail-oriented care that turns a voyage into a relationship.
Wellness, Spa & Fitness
An ocean-view sauna, open-deck jacuzzi, infinity pool, state-of-the-art gym, and a premium spa and beauty salon — so you return home as rested as you are inspired.
Your Private Haven
What Makes Swan Hellenic Cabins & Suites So Special?
Bright, spacious, and quietly refined — the majority of staterooms and suites open onto a private balcony, with Premium Suites offering up to 525 sq ft, including a 130 sq ft private terrace.
Balcony & Premium Suites
Up to 525 sq ft with a 130 sq ft private terrace, floor-to-ceiling glass, and a plush king-size bed.
Attentive Personal Service
Your dedicated stateroom attendant keeps every detail cared for, with a minibar stocked to your preference and refreshed daily, plus an in-suite Illy espresso machine and kettle.
Balcony Cabins
A private balcony pairs with a cozy in-suite fireplace in select cabins — a rare touch of warmth you won't find on most expedition ships.
All Swan Hellenic Staterooms & Suites Include:
- Private balcony on the majority of staterooms and suites
- Suites up to approximately 525 square feet with private terrace
- Dedicated stateroom attendant service
- Complimentary minibar stocked to preference, refreshed daily
- Illy espresso machine and tea-making facilities
- Nikon binoculars for wildlife viewing
- Plush bathrobes, slippers, and premium toiletries
- Flat-screen TV and entertainment system
- Individually controlled climate system
- Motorized blackout curtains
- Generous closet and storage space
- In-suite safe
- In-suite fireplace available in select Balcony Cabins
What Sets Swan Hellenic Apart
Engineering, Cuisine & Real Science
Engineering & Innovation
Purpose-Built for Polar Exploration
Built in Helsinki and rated PC5 Polar Class, Swan Hellenic's expedition ships feature an ice-resistant hull, wide unobstructed view decks, and a fleet of Zodiacs — engineered to reach some of the most inaccessible regions on Earth, from the Arctic to Antarctica.
Culinary Excellence
Thoughtful, Contemporary Dining
Gourmet dinners at the Swan Restaurant, relaxed all-day dining and afternoon tea by the fireplace in the Club Lounge, and al fresco grilling at the Pool Grill & Bar. Wine, spirits, cocktails, beer, and specialty coffee are open and included all day, every day.
Real Scientific Impact
Citizen Science at Sea
Swan Hellenic was the first cruise line to feed onboard-collected data into the EU's Mission "Restore our Ocean and Waters." Guests help log whale sightings, cloud cover, phytoplankton, and seabird populations — turning every voyage into genuine environmental research.
