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Pre-cruise Itinerary

Date	Activity
4 Jun 2026	Make your own way to Athens, check into hotel for 2 night stay
5 Jun 2026	Athens at leisure
6 Jun 2026	Check out hotel, make own way to port, embark ship

Cruise Itinerary

Date	Port	Arrive	Depart
6 Jun 2026	Athens (Piraeus) Greece	Embark
7 Jun 2026	Mykonos, Greece
8 Jun 2026	Patmos, Greece
9 Jun 2026	Chios, Greece
10 Jun 2026	Dikili, Turkey
11 Jun 2026	Bozcaada (Tenedos), Turkey
12 Jun 2026	At Sea
13 Jun 2026	Istanbul, Turkey	Disembark

Post-cruise Itinerary

Date	Activity
14 Jun 2026	CRUISE 2: Day at Sea
15 Jun 2026	CRUISE 2: Dikili, Turkey
16 Jun 2026	CRUISE 2: Myrina - Limnos, Greece
17 Jun 2026	CRUISE 2: Ouranupoli, Greece
18 Jun 2026	CRUISE 2: Skopelos, Greece
19 Jun 2026	CRUISE 2: Poros, Greece
20 Jun 2026	CRUISE 2: Athens (Piraeus), Greece
21 Jun 2026	CRUISE 2: Hydra, Greece
22 Jun 2026	CRUISE 2: Santorini, Greece
23 Jun 2026	CRUISE 2: Bodrum, Turkey
24 Jun 2026	CRUISE 2: Rhodos, Greece
25 Jun 2026	CRUISE 2: Day at Sea
26 Jun 2026	CRUISE 2: Alexandria, Egypt
27 Jun 2026	CRUISE 2: Port Said, Egypt
28 Jun 2026	CRUISE 2: Suez Canal transit
29 Jun 2026	CRUISE 2: Day at Sea
30 Jun 2026	CRUISE 2: Safaga. Egypt
30 Jun 2026	Disembark ship, holiday ends

7 night cruise departing from Athens to Istanbul onboard Star Flyer.

Highlights of this cruise:

Athens (Piraeus), Greece
Walking in the shadow of the Acropolis in the Agora, you can almost hear the voices of Plato, Socrates and Aristotle arguing about who was the greatest philosopher. Ancient Athens, the birthplace of democracy and epicenter of western civilization, is a city for all eternity.

Mykonos, Greece
One of the most cosmopolitan of all the Greek Islands, Mykonos is a contrast of rocky hills and beautiful beaches. Hora, the capital, spreads around a colourful harbour, a popular meeting place, overlooked by a variety of tavernas, in which fishing boats nestle side by side with luxury yachts.

Chios, Greece
A mastic-scented island with fascinating history This natural product is cultivated entirely by hand and is used in medicine, pharmacy, dentistry and cosmetics. At the central market of the town of Chios, you can buy mastic-based jams and sweets, brandies and Ouzo! Chios is most likely the birthplace of Homer and also the ancient mathematicians Hippocrates and Enopides. A lot of Chiots work in the Merchant Navy and some of the most important Greek shipping companies have been founded by families that come from the island.

Dikili, Turkey
Dikili is a sleepy little beach town, authentically Turkish. The harbour is lined with open-air restaurants and shops with local food specialities Nearby, Bergama is worth a visit especially for its two main monuments: the Acropolis perched at a height of 280 metres and the Asklepion.

Bozcaada, Turkey
Bozcaada has resisted the temptation to become overwhelmed with the usual tourist trappings. If you venture aware from it's glorious uncrowded sandy beaches, you will find yourself wandering around it's ancient cobbled streets, lined with quaint rustic homes adorned with gorgeous flora and fauna. Stop off for refreshments in one of it's many traditional tavernas under the grapevines or visit one of the six wineries on the island. After the tour you can shop next door and enjoy tasting wine samples.

Istanbul, Turkey
Throughout thousands of years Istanbul's geographical position has maintained its importance. Today it is a huge metropolis connecting continents, cultures and religions and is home to eleven million people and one of the greatest business and cultural centres of the region.

These are true clipper ships reflecting their proud heritage in every inch of their polished brass and gleaming brightwork. Step aboard these unique vessels and discover a new age of sail, where the traditions of the past are happily married to the comforts and amenities of the present day. Star Clipper and Star Flyer are modern cruise ships in every way, created for luxury-loving passengers who also love the traditions and romance of the legendary era of sailing ships. Star Clipper and Star Flyer are both 360 feet long and each carries just 170 guests in pampered comfort.

Life aboard is blissfully relaxed, much like traveling on a private yacht. You’ll never feel confined on Star Clipper or Star Flyer. Each ship offer spacious accommodations and expansive teak decks with ample space and not one, but two swimming pools. In fact, you’ll find that these ships offer more outdoor space per passenger than most conventional cruise ships.

The décor of Star Clipper and Star Flyer is reminiscent of the grand age of sail. Antique prints and paintings of famous sailing ships please the eye, while teak and gleaming mahogany rails are richly reminiscent of Star Clippers’ proud nautical heritage.

All Star Clippers ships feature open-seating dining in an elegantly appointed dining room, our convivial indoor-outdoor Tropical Bar and Piano Bar, and an Edwardian style library where a Belle Époque fireplace glows with a warmth that reflects the friendliness and enthusiasm of Star Clippers’ hospitable officers and crew.

Discover a new age of sail, where the traditions of the past are combined with the modern comforts and amenities of the present.

Perfect for cruising in casual elegance. Our itineraries range from the sun-kissed Mediterranean to the exotic Far East and the Caribbean.

On board you will enjoy a relaxed atmosphere, friendly crew, and international cuisine, all in pampered comfort. If you're a boating enthusiast, you can choose to lend a hand hoisting the sails, you can climb the mast, or you can just lay back and let the crew do all the work.

Now come aboard Star Clipper, Star Flyer or our new flagship the Royal Clipper, the largest fully rigged sailing ship in the world today. As thousands of feet of sail unfurl above you, you'll feel the elation of those mariners of long ago. This is Star Clippers and the adventure has just begun!