Cruises Operated by Swan Hellenic

Embark on a 12-day cruise across Indonesia’s Papua and Raja Ampat. Explore remote islands, vibrant coral reefs, and rich Papuan culture. Encounter whale sharks in Kwatisore, hike highlands in Baliem Valley, and discover Misool’s Yapap Lagoon. Experience unique wildlife, local traditions, and marine biodiversity.

Experience Antarctica on an 11-day cruise from Ushuaia aboard SH Minerva, with sea days and exploration of the Antarctic Peninsula’s glaciers, icebergs, and wildlife, including a sail through the Lemaire Channel. Visit Mikkelsen Harbor to spot gentoo penguins and seals, then return to Ushuaia, often called the “End of the World.”

Embark on an 11-day cruise and discover Antarctic Peninsula aboard SH Diana. Fly south, board your ship, cross remote waters, and explore glaciers, wildlife colonies, and isolated channels. Experience research bases, icy passages, and rugged coasts before returning to Ushuaia for your flight back to Buenos Aires.

Sail through Greenland’s rugged fjords, striking glaciers, and Arctic towns on this 9-day expedition cruise aboard SH Vega. Explore Nuuk’s cultural landmarks, witness massive calving at Eqip Sermia Glacier, and navigate the UNESCO-listed Ilulissat Icefjord.

Sail through Greenland and the Canadian Arctic on a 16-day cruise aboard SH Vega. Explore Nuuk, Disko Bay, Pond Inlet, and Beechey Island. Experience Inuit culture, towering glaciers, and rare Arctic wildlife.

Take a 15-day cruise to the Antarctic Peninsula on board the SH Vega and encounter well-known sites and unexpected discoveries. Explore the Peninsula's glaciers, and encounter diverse wildlife. Admire Adelie penguins, blue-eyed shags, and elephant seals.

Sail from Nuuk to Halifax on a 15-day cruise aboard SH Vega. Navigate the icy fjords of Greenland, meet Inuit communities, visit Norse ruins, and explore wild Canadian coastlines. Spot polar bears, whales, seabirds, and glaciers while discovering remote Arctic history, nature, and culture across Greenland, Labrador, and Newfoundland.

Sail across the Arctic on a 15-day cruise from Longyearbyen to Reykjavik aboard SH Vega. Spot polar bears in Svalbard, see Jan Mayen’s volcanic landscapes, and explore Greenland’s Scoresbysund fjord system and remote town of Ittoqqortoormiit. Visit Iceland’s Ísafjordur and seabird-rich Vigur Island before ending in vibrant Reykjavik.

Join the SH Diana on this 13-day Weddell Sea cruise roundtrip in Ushuaia and encounter Antarctica like never before. Cross the notorious Drake Passage, marvel at colossal tabular icebergs, observe penguins up close, and discover the history of Shackleton's Endurance, its incredible survival, and its rescue tale.

Embark on a 13-day African coastal cruise from Cape Town to Luanda aboard SH Diana and explore Cape Town’s vibrant waterfront, Saldanha Bay’s rich birdlife, and Luderitz's German architecture. This adventure combines scenic landscapes, rich history, and diverse ecosystems, offering a captivating African coastal adventure.

Embark on a 12-day cruise from Reykjavik aboard SH Diana and journey through Iceland, the Faroe Islands, Scotland, and Ireland. Visit puffin colonies, Viking sites, fjords, castles, and dramatic coastlines before ending in Dublin. Discover natural wonders, rich cultures, and remote communities on this immersive exploration.

Set sail on an 11-day cruise from Dakar to Lisbon aboard SH Diana. Explore Dakar’s lively Medina, Cape Verde’s golden beaches, Santa Cruz de la Palma’s colonial streets, and Funchal’s gardens. Enjoy relaxing sea days, onboard lectures, and time in Lisbon, where historic quarters, Gothic sites, and pastel de nata await before the journey’s end.