Focused on Hidden Harbours and Wind-Powered Travel
Limited-time promotion includes Champagne and choice of shore excursions or spa treatments

Star Clippers, the world’s leading operator of modern tall ships, has introduced a new collection of 2027 Greek Island sailings, highlighted by an exclusive Star Flyer offer featuring onboard champagne and a choice of shore excursions or spa treatments on select departures. These newly designed itineraries showcase smaller, lesser-visited ports across the Aegean—destinations inaccessible to larger cruise ships—while pairing the journey with a limited-time promotion that enhances the onboard experience from the moment guests arrive. These special 2027 Greek Island sailings are now open for booking, with departures throughout the spring and fall seasons.

With hundreds of islands scattered across the Mediterranean, Greece remains one of the most compelling regions to explore by sea—but how travelers experience it is evolving. Star Clippers’ 2027 program focuses on authenticity and access, sailing into intimate harbors, working waterfronts, and quiet coastal towns where daily life unfolds just steps from the quay. Aboard the 166-guest Star Flyer, guests experience the Greek Islands at a more personal scale, arriving directly into the heart of each destination.

“These new 2027 Greek itineraries—and the added value of the Star Flyer offer—reflect what today’s travelers are looking for: authentic destinations, fewer crowds, and experiences that feel both enriching and indulgent,” said Terri Haas, Star Clippers VP of Sales & Marketing Americas. “By combining smaller ports with wind-powered sailing and thoughtful onboard enhancements, we’re delivering a journey that is as memorable as it is responsible.”

Among the new Star Flyer itineraries is the “Authentic Greek Escape,” a seven-night Athens round-trip sailing beginning May 1, 2027. This voyage blends lesser-visited islands with culturally rich coastal destinations, including Astypalea and Sifnos, where whitewashed villages rise above the harbors. Guests also explore Symi’s colorful waterfront and Patmos’ historic monasteries, while a stop in Fethiye along Turkey’s Turquoise Coast adds an international dimension. With shorter sailing distances and more time ashore, the itinerary focuses on the depth of experiences. Sailing dates are May 1, Jul 3, Sep 4 and Oct 2, 2027 at rates starting at $2,500 per person, double, including port charges.

The 11-night “Eastern Mediterranean Escape is a port-intensive journey that runs between Istanbul and Antalya, focusing on the Turkish Riviera combined with select Greek island stops. The Star Flyer spends the first day in Istanbul before calling at ports such as Dikili (gateway to ancient Pergamon), Cesme and Bozcaada along Turkey’s Aegean coast, and Fethiye and Kaş where there is access to Lycian ruins and turquoise-water anchorages. Greek highlights like Patmos and Samos are woven in, adding monastic history and traditional island life to the mix. The routing emphasizes smaller ports and varied geography—from historic trading centers to quiet seaside towns—creating a detailed, destination-driven. Fares for the May 29 and July 24, 2027 sailing dates start at $3,740 for 11 nights and $3,350 for the 10-night reverse sailing on June 9 and Aug 4, 2027 – inclusive or port charges.

Rounding out the highlights, the “Aegean Gems” seven-night itinerary, sailing aboard the Star Flyer in May 2027, focuses on the northern Greek Islands, where lush greenery and relaxed island life define the experience. Stops in Skiros, Skopelos, and Poros offer a quieter, more intimate alternative to heavily trafficked ports, with opportunities to explore traditional villages, dine in family-run tavernas, and stroll along picturesque harbors. These destinations underscore the advantage of tall-ship sailing—access to smaller ports that larger ships simply cannot reach. Sailing dates are May 15, Aug 21 and Sept 18, 2027 with rates as low as $2,500 including port charges.

Unlike conventional cruise ships, Star Clippers’ vessels sail under wind power whenever possible—often up to 80 percent of the time—creating a quieter, more sustainable way to travel. The absence of engine noise, replaced by the sound of wind filling the sails, allows guests to connect more deeply with both the journey and the destination, while significantly reducing environmental impact.

On board, guests enjoy a relaxed, yacht-like atmosphere with open bridge access, expansive teak decks, and opportunities to participate in the sailing experience, from hoisting sails to climbing the mast for panoramic views.

Enhancing these new sailings is the exclusive 2027 Star Flyer offer, available on select Athens roundtrip departures booked by May 31, 2026. Guests will be welcomed aboard with a bottle of Champagne in their cabin, setting the tone for the journey ahead. In addition, each cabin receives a choice of two complimentary shore excursions or two onboard massages, allowing travelers to tailor their experience—whether by exploring destinations in greater depth or enjoying relaxation at sea. Available across all cabin categories, the offer adds a layer of indulgence and flexibility that complements the intimate, yacht-style sailing experience. Offer is valid for residents of North, Central and South America only.