2009
Prices - Offers
and Schedules
Travel with Minoan Lines
Routes & Offers Schedules & Prices
Ancona - Patras
Ancona - Igoumenitsa
Venice - Patras
Venice - Igoumenitsa
Venice - Corfu
ARC / Clubs Members
Camping on Board
Train and Ferry
Offers for Groups
Terms & Conditions Services and Facilities
on Board
Minoan Fleet
Accommodation
Restaurants and Bars
Fun for All
Services
Conference and Incentives
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Ancona [Italy] (Departures: 17:00) |
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Patras [Greece] | ||
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Ancona [Italy] (Departures: 17:00) |
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Igoumenitsa [Greece] | ||
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Patras [Greece] (Departures: 18:00) |
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Ancona [Italy] | ||
| Igoumenitsa [Greece] (Departures: 23:30) |
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| Venice [Italy] (Departures: 14:00, 17:00) |
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Patras [Greece] |
| Venice [Italy] (Departures: 14:00, 17:00) |
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Igoumenitsa [Greece] |
| Venice [Italy] (Departures: 14:00, 17:00) |
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Corfu [Greece] |
| Patras [Greece] (Departures: 23:59) |
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Venice [Italy] |
| Igoumenitsa [Greece] (Departures: 09:00) |
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Venice [Italy] |
| Corfu [Greece] (Departures: 07:00) |
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Venice [Italy] |
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EARLY BOOKING OFFER
• Valid for traveling on either the Ancona or Venice Line. • Discount is cumulative with other Minoan Lines discounts (except the Winter Delight Offer). • Valid for one-way and roundtrip reservations. • Valid for reservations with an Open Return. • Valid for travel dates up to 31.10.09 • Valid for tickets that are issued by 31.03.09 • Valid for all accommodation and vehicle categories. • Tickets with the Early Booking discount cannot be cancelled. • Tickets with the Early Booking can be changed to other travel dates or an open return reservation by paying the price difference towards the official catalogue prices (ie Early booking discount is removed from the booking). • Even after the Early Booking offer has been removed from a reservation, there is still no refund if the tickets are cancelled. • Limited Availability. |
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WINTER DELIGHT
Special Prices for passengers travelling on the Ancona Line between 01.January 2009-31.March 2009. • Winter delight prices are valid only for passengers in cabins + 1 car. • Offer is valid for one way and return trips on the Ancona Line only. • Offer applies to 1 cabin (except Luxury cabins) and 1 car only. • All additional charges (port taxes etc) are included. |
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ARC / CLUBS MEMBERS
Worldwide Cooperation between Minoan Lines & ARC Europe• Minoan Lines now makes it easier for all Show Your Card (SYC) members to travel from Italy to Igoumenitsa, Corfu and Patras and all the way to Heraklion, Crete. Show your SYC member card and take advantage of a 20% discount that Minoan Lines exclusively grants you. |
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FAMILY OFFER
• This is provided to families of 3 or 4 members travelling with or without car on international routes (Greece / Italy). • This discount is valid for A3, A4, AB3, AB4 cabin category. • Conditions:family members are required to produce one form of ID (identity card or passport) at check-in prior to departure. |
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DECK AND AIRPLANE TYPE SEAT OFFER
• Valid for 4 or more passengers travelling in airseats or deck plus vehicle up to 6m long & 2m high. • All passengers must travel with the same ticket. • Valid for passengers and vehicle. • Does not apply to Camping on Board reservations. |
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RETURN TRIP
• For international routes (Greece/Italy), this discount is valid only for the return leg of the trip. • Condition: the discount is provided to passengers-holders of aller/retour (round trip) tickets bearing the same time & date stamp. • The discount is also valid in combining international routes (e.g Ancona/Venice or vice versa). |
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20% RETURN TRIP DISCOUNT FOR DOMESTIC ROUTES
• Condition: Outbound and inbound tickets must be issued at the same time. • This discount is valid for passenger as well as vehicle tickets. • This discount is valid also in conjunction with the offer: 4 persons 1 Free. • This discount is not valid for unaccompanied vehicles and motorcycles. |
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CHILDREN DISCOUNT
• To all young passengers aged between 4 and 12 years old. • A full-fare paying adult must accompany children traveling in cabins. • Children under the age of 4 years old travel free of charge but are not entitled to a berth in a cabin or a seat. • Children discount has been calculated to Family offer. |
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OFFER FOR STUDENTS AND YOUNG PERSONS UP TO 26 YEARS OLD
• It does not apply to Lux cabin category. • The presentation of a valid passport or a student identity card is required during check-in prior to boarding the vessel. |
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ISIC CARD
Minoan Lines offers to all ISIC cardholders worldwide: • 35% discount on the official pricelist for passengers in A4, AB4, VIP, DECK and their motorcycle in all domestic routes (PIRAEUS-HERAKLION-PIRAEUS & PATRAS-CORFU-PATRAS). • 20% discount on the official pricelist for passengers in all accommodation categories (except LUX) and in their vehicle (cat. 1) and motorcycle in all Adriatic routes (PATRAS-CORFU-IGOUMENITSA-VENICE & PATRAS-IGOUMENITSA-ANCONA). The discounts are not cumulative with other offers, promotions and discounts except for the discount on return tickets of 30% for the Adriatic routes and 20% for the domestic routes. |
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SENIOR PASSENGERS (ABOVE 60 YEARS OF AGE)
• This discount is valid year round for all types of on-board accommodation and vehicles. • Condition: passengers are requested to produce one form of ID (idendity card, or passport) at check-in prior to boarding. • The discount does not apply to vehicles using the "Camping on Board" service. |
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COMBINED TRIP (INTERNATIONAL-DOMESTIC)
• Condition: the tickets for international and domestic routes must bear the same time & date of issue. • The discount applies to all domestic routes. |
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“4 PERSONS 1 FREE”
On domestic routes, a family discount is offered for 4-berth cabins. • Valid only for families travelling with 4 members. In this case, one member travels completely free of charge. • Condition: 2 tickets out of the 4 must be issued at full fare. • Not valid for daily routes and on the condition that at least two tickets are full-priced and all four people travel. • The free ticket is provided to the ticket of the lowest fare. • Not valid for the summer midday itineraries on the Heraklion - Piraeus - Heraklion. • Partial cancellation of tickets is not allowed. |
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10% DISCOUNT FOR TRIPS WITH MINOAN LINES
All passengers who travel with the ships of Minoan Lines gain a 10% discount when they travel with the ships of Hellenic Seaways (excluding Sporades and Saronic gulf routes).
 Terms & conditions • Validation: The trips have to be combined within 1 year. • Passengers have to keep their ticket clippings in order to prove their trip. • Passengers have to show their ticket clippings to the agency during their reservation and ticket issuance. • Conjunction tickets have to be attached and shown at the embarkation • The discount is not cumulative to any other discount offered. |
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TRENITALIA MEMBERS 20% DISCOUNT
As of today, Minoan Lines and Trenitalia join forces to offer more benefits to those who have a passion for travel. Arriving at Igoumenitsa, Corfou, Patras or Heraklion in Crete now costs less!
• There is a discount of 20% for you if you are a holder of: - Cartaviaggio, - Cartaviaggio Smart, - Cartaviaggio Relax, - Cartaviaggio Executive or a discount of 15% if you are a Trenitalia passenger. |
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TRAIN & FERRY
To those of you who enjoy travelling by train, MINOAN LINES / member of the International Union of Railways (UIC) participates as a Bonus Partner in EURAIL & INTERAIL offers / cards and gives you the opportunity to extend your Railway Ticket and travel Free (deck passage only*) or with special discounts from Italy to Greece and vice versa. A discount of 20% is also offered to Eurail & Interail cardholders for Minoan Lines’ Greek routes.
As far as the line Italy - Greece is concerned; holders of the above railway offers / cards may travel with all MINOAN LINES’ ships. Once a specific sea route has been paid for at the original place of purchase, the traveller is only liable for potential accommodation upgrades and high or middle season surcharges. Accommodation upgrades can be arranged by the Chief Purser’s office on board. • Minoan Lines offers a discount of** 20% to all OSE (Greek Railway Organization) ticket holders in Greek and Adriatic routes as well as to all the holders of the following cards: - BALKAN FLEXIPASS, - VERGINA FLEXIPASS, - GREEK FLEXIPASS, - GREEK RAIL n' FLY • All Minoan Lines ticket holders are entitled to 30% discount on the basic fare of OSE in Greece. • Only one discount is granted at a time. * EURAIL/INTERRAIL card holders are paying only a season supplement. **Not valid for DELUXE CABIN CATEGORY. Discounts are not cumulative. |
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FREE BREAKFAST • Is served at the "A la Carte restaurant" for all passengers accommodated in cabin category "Lux". |
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OFFERS FOR GROUPS
If you are a group of 160 or just 16, ask for our special Group Prices. We will send you the best offer! |
Camping on Board (valid 1st April – 31st October)
If you love camping, Minoan Lines gives you the opportunity to experience it aboard their ship. You may travel with you camper or recreational vehicle and use the showers, bathrooms and electrictym free of charge. All you have to do is make a booking for the 'OPEN DECK'.
Also there is a special offer for camping resorts in all Greece. When travelling with MINOAN LINES, on our internationl routes, you may receive discounts at certain Greek camping sites. For more information please stop by the reception desk on board.
Services and Facilities on Board
Minoan Fleet
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Name of the ship: H/S/F OLYMPIA PALACE |
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Accommodation
Back to top- Our record for comfort
Travel aboard our ships and discover the unique level of comfort, luxury, and service that we offer.
Our comfortable cabins and welcoming spaces offer everything that makes you feel at home.
- Comfort knows no limits
For this reason, we offer you the opportunity to travel comfortably on our Business Class recliners* listening to music or watching television.
* Business Class recliners are available on board H/S/F Olympia Palace, Europa Palace, Knossos, Knossos Palace and Festos Palace.
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| LUX* | 2 bed outside cabin + wc + shower | View Room | |
| AA2** | 2 bed outside cabin + wc + shower | View Room | |
| AB2*** | 2 bed inside cabin + wc + shower | View Room | |
| A3 | 2 bed outside cabin + wc + shower | View Room | |
| AB3 | 3 bed inside cabin + wc + shower | View Room | |
| AA4 | 4 bed outside cabin + wc + shower | View Room | |
| AB4 | 4 bed inside cabin + wc + shower | View Room | |
| S | Aircraft type seat | View Room |
Restaurants and Bars
Back to top- Flavours that surpass your every expectation :
Enjoy MINOAN LINES' gourmet cousine. Rich flavours in a friendly and enjoyable atmosphere. Select among delicious dishes from our rich menu, all prepared with zeal. MINOAN LINES cuisine at your service...
Bon Appetit!
- Self Service Restaurant :
The ideal choice for good quality cuisine at reasonable prices.
- Indoor Bars :
Our indoor bars offer a variety of coffees, from traditional Greek to espresso, juices, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and delicious desserts, any time of the day.
- Outdoor Bars (Snack Bar – Pool Bar) :
Our outdoor bars offer a variety of coffees, from traditional Greek to espresso, juices, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and delicious desserts, any time of the day. Swim in our pool's turqoise water, sip a cocktail or a refreshing beverage at the pool bar.
Fun for All
Back to top- Shopping Arcade :
In our elegant boutiques you will find an extensive selection of products priced to please. Take a stroll through our shops and buy a special gift for yourself or a loved one. All major credit cards are accepted.
- Cinema :
The ship's cinema offers the most famous stars of the silver screen in classic movies as well as recent blockbuster releases.
- Casino :
The slot machine lounge awaits you. Take a chance, we wish you good luck.
- Disco / Lounge Bar :
Order from a variety of drinks and dance to your favourite music.
- Video games corner :
Everyone can have fun 24 hours a day with a huge variety of video games.
Internet connection is available throughout your journey.
- Swimming pool :
Enjoy moments of relaxation under the sun by the swimming pool, from morning until sunset. Cool yourself at the on-deck bar, with fresh fruit juices and ice creams.
- Floating Playground :
For our younger passengers there is endless fun. Our friends will live unforgettable moments in our specially designed playground.
Services
Back to top- Reception / Information Desk :
The reception desk personnel is 24 hours available for your information and services. At the reception you may also find an exchange Bureau.
- Telecommunication & Internet :
Coin-operated telephones via satellite are available on board. Moreover, do not miss the opportunity of an on board internet connection. Just buy the net-key internet card and get online by using our Wi-Fi hot spots.
- Safety Storage :
In every one of our ships there is a safe box available for the safety of your jewellery or your money.
- Medical Services :
MINOAN LINES is connected to TELEHEART, a special tele-medical monitoring system. Also on board there is a special cabin for health services and care.
- Handicapped Persons :
Special cabins, common areas and specially equipped escalators for passengers with special needs to make their trip pleasant and comfortable.
- Currency Exchange :
The accepted currency on board is EURO. A Currency Exchange bureau is located at the Reception area for your convenience. Our shops accept all major credit cards. There is an ATM on board the vessel.
- Room Service :
If you are travelling in a LUX or an A2 cabin, you can enjoy your breakfast, your meal or drinks in your cabin. All you need to do is call the reception of the ferry and make your order.
- No-Smoking Area :
There are plenty of no-smoking areas on board for non-smokers, in restaurants, bars and basically in most of the public areas
Conference and Incentives
Back to topOn Minoan Lines you'll also find facilities for your business needs. If you are businessman and you want to combine business with pleasure, Minoan Lines offers you a unique alternative for hosting you business meetings and incentives on board.
The meetings and incentives facilities can be fully equipped to meet your requirements.
Minoan Lines provides you with all necessary equipment:
• Audiovisual • Video/TV • Slides Project • Screens • Computers
So why not organise your next business meeting on board one of our ships, enjoying a view of the Adriatic.
You'll realise that business and pleasure make a perfect combination!
Useful Information for Passengers
Road Distances
Back to topFrom ANCONA and BARI to European cities (in km)
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| Amsterdam | 1.582 | Lausanne | 736 | Amsterdam | 1.957 | Lausanne | 1.198 | |
| Berlin | 1.380 | Lyon | 904 | Berlin | 1.814 | Lyon | 1.293 | |
| Bern | 775 | London | 1.784 | Bern | 1.192 | London | 2.051 | |
| Bonn | 1.304 | Lugano | 496 | Bonn | 1.682 | Lugano | 959 | |
| Brussels | 1.362 | Luxemberg | 1.126 | Brussels | 1.751 | Luxemberg | 1.545 | |
| Budapest | 1.142 | Madrid | 2.026 | Budapest | 1.402 | Madrid | 2.342 | |
| Dusseldorf | 1.378 | Munich | 780 | Dusseldorf | 1.740 | Munich | 1.195 | |
| Frankfurt | 1.127 | Oslo | 2.705 | Frankfurt | 1.542 | Oslo | 2.846 | |
| Geneva | 840 | Paris | 794 | Geneva | 1.195 | Paris | 1.245 | |
| Graz | 808 | Prague | 2.743 | Graz | 1.149 | Prague | 2.882 | |
| Hamburg | 1.650 | Salzburg | 931 | Hamburg | 1.955 | Salzburg | 1.348 | |
| Hannover | 1.487 | Stockholm | 2.743 | Hannover | 1.814 | Stockholm | 2.882 | |
| Innsbruck | 620 | Stuttgart | 960 | Innsbruck | 1.063 | Stuttgart | 1.363 | |
| Copenhagen | 2.100 | Warsaw | 1.620 | Copenhagen | 2.540 | Warsaw | 2.060 | |
| Koln | 1.332 | Vienna | 974 | Koln | 1.702 | Vienna | 1.414 | |
| Zurich | 729 | Zurich | 1.163 | |||||
Embarkation / Maps
Back to topPassengers must report at the port offices for check in at least one hour before departure for the passengers, and 2 hours for the vehicles. Otherwise, the company reserves the right to dispose of the reserved accommodation without any refund to the passenger.
For vehicles, boarding time and priority list is subject to local port authority regulations at the port of departure.
Vehicle operators are responsible for their vehicle's embarkation according to the ship's crew instructions.
Vehicle passengers should exit the vehicle before embarkation. Vehicle category is shown on the ticket.
Boarding and Check-In Information
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Bus Services
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- Minoan Lines Passenger Office & Bus Terminal
For passengers traveling without their own vehicle, Minoan Lines offer a shuttle service from and to Athens.
For more information please contact the reception desk on the vessel, the port offices or call +30 210 3376910.