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Ahoy Sailors, ready to set sail into the nautical golden age?

Our legendary tall shipsRoyal Clipper, Star Clipper and Star Flyer - await your company.

Tall ship cruises are a luxury sailing experience - lounge in sailing nets, perfectly cocooned, and let our attentive crew initiate you into the mystical art of sailors' knots. There’s more – sun loungers and splash pools to hone our relaxation skills. This is our aquatic playground in the heart of the ocean. Knot too shabby (pun intended)! If you are feeling brave, we can even climb up to the crow's nest for epic views Poseidon would be jealous of. We dare you...  

So it’s time to hoist anchor and set sail on a tall ship. Will it be the enchanting Greek Isles, a Mediterranean Odyssey, or an Aegean adventure that calls your inner explorer? Alternatively, why not consider a cruise to Spain, Balearics and Malta, as well as one that crosses the Mediterranean from Spain all the way to Athens with stops in Sardinia, Sicily and the Peloponnese? 

Don’t let this ship sail without you. Take a closer look at our tall ship cruises here and let the sea be your guide. Bon voyage! 

If you're not sure about what to expect on a tall ship cruise, take a look at our Life On Board page.

Unbeatable value, which always includes

  • Direct flights from 11 UK airports with no regional supplements & transfers
  • Accommodation on board luxury ships & in hand-picked hotels in the best locations
  • Insightful excursions & visits with local guides
  • Full board dining on board & breakfast in hotels
  • Expert Riviera Tour Manager looking after you throughout
  • 20kg+ luggage allowance

Find your perfect cruise

Famous stone windmills of Chios island overlooking the sea in Greece
Bright and colourful view of Skala town with small beach in Patmos, Greece
Aerial view of the old town of Monemvasia in Lakonia of Peloponnese, Greece
Aerial view of the theatre of Pergamon in Mysia, Turkey

Ocean Cruise

An Aegean Odyssey

  • Greece, Turkey
  • 4* ships
  • Flights included
  • 2 nights in Istanbul
  • 1 night in Athens
  • 7 nights on board Star Clipper
  • 10 included experiences
  • Daily breakfast on land, full board on cruise
Cityscape Panoramic View Of Malaga, Spain
Street in the historic old town of Elvissa
La Seu Cathedral in Palma de Mallorca, Spain
Alcolea, Small village in the Alpujarra, Almeria

Ocean Cruise

Spain, Balearics & Malta on Star Clipper

  • Italy, Malta, Spain
  • 4* ship
  • Flights included
  • 1 night in Malaga
  • 1 night in Malta
  • 9 nights on Star Clipper
  • 12 included experiences
  • Daily breakfast on land, full board on cruise
Morning view of Amalfi cityscape on coast line of the Mediterranean sea, Italy

Ocean Cruise

An Italian Adventure aboard Star Clipper

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  • Italy
  • 4* ship
  • Flights included
  • 2 nights in Assisi or Perugia
  • 1 night in Rome
  • 7 nights on Star Clipper
  • 12 included experiences
  • Daily breakfast on land, full board on cruise

Ocean Cruise

Greece, Sicily & Malta on Star Flyer

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  • Greece, Italy, Malta
  • 4* ship
  • Flights included
  • 1 night in Athens
  • 1 night in Malta
  • 8 nights on board Star Flyer
  • 10 included experiences
  • Daily breakfast on land, full board on cruise
Harbour of Kardamena village and mountains of Kos island, Greece
Skyline of Athens with Monastiraki square and Acropolis hill in Athens, Greece
Exterior of the Star Clipper tall ship sailing under a blue sky
The Acropolis of Athens ancient citadel ruins in Athens, Greece
View of Corinth Canal from above in Greece
White-coloured buildings and bright flowers on the island of Mykonos, Greece
Monastery of Agios Ioannis Thymianos at Kos island, Greece

Ocean Cruise

Ephesus & Greek Islands aboard Star Clipper

  • Greece, Turkey
  • 4* ship
  • Flights included
  • 3 nights in Athens
  • 7 nights on the Star Clipper
  • 11 included experiences
  • Daily breakfast on land, full board on cruise
Peloponnese old town houses and snow mountains view
View of Saint Julian, Malta
The miller's house inside the archaeological park of Neapolis in Syracuse, Sicily
The Blue Grotto, Malta

Ocean Cruise

Malta, Sicily & Greece on Star Clipper

  • Greece, Italy, Malta, Sicily
  • 4* ship
  • Flights included
  • 3 nights in Malta
  • 1 night in Athens
  • 6 nights on the Star Clipper
  • 12 included experiences
  • Daily breakfast on land, full board on cruise
Cagliari, Italy Cityscape
Alcolea, Small village in the Alpujarra, Almeria
Exterior of the Star Clipper tall ship at sea
Narrow street in Mijas tourist town of the white villages in Andalusia, Spain
Roman Amphitheater In Cartagena, Spain
Traditional closed wooden balconies on the streets of Valletta, Malta
The Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion near Athens, Greece

Ocean Cruise

Voyage across the Mediterranean: Spain to Greece

  • Greece, Italy, Malta, Sicily, Spain
  • 4* ship
  • Flights included
  • 1 night in Malaga
  • 1 night in Athens
  • 15 nights on Star Clipper
  • 14 included experiences
  • Daily breakfast on land, full board on cruise
Exterior side shot of the Royal Clipper ship with tall sails cruising the ocean
Famous Faraglioni rocks on the coast of Capri island in Italy
Ancient greek amphitheater, Teatro Antico di Taormina, Italy
The Old Fortress of Corfu seen from the shore in Greece

Ocean Cruise

The Royal Clipper - A Mediterranean Odyssey

  • Croatia, Greece, Italy, Montenegro
  • 4* ship
  • Flights included
  • 1 night in Rome
  • 1 night in Venice
  • 11 included experiences
  • Daily breakfast on land, full board on cruise

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Our Tall Ships

Nothing beats the romance of being at sea on a tall ship, so join us aboard the magnificent Royal Clipper, Star Clipper and Star Flyer!

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Tall Ships Cruise Guide

A cruise on a tall ship is a once-in-a-lifetime trip. A genuine sailing experience aboard a beautifully crafted clipper that exudes character and charm, it’s the perfect glamorous getaway for anyone who loves the sea. Intrigued to find out more?

Read more on our tall ship guide

Tall Ship Cruise Collection

A unique experience with guided tours and visits from expert guides, explore hidden gems with a variety of itineraries to choose from.

 

An image of two ships crossing the Seine River, during the day

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