Star Flyer Egypt & Greece Voyage with Meteora Extension (Tour code: 15837)

Star Flyer is a true clipper ship, reflecting its proud heritage in every inch of polished brass and gleaming brightwork. Step aboard and discover a new age of sail, where the traditions of the past are happily married to modern comforts. At 115 metres long, Star Flyer carries just 166 guests in relaxed, yacht-like style.

Expansive teak decks offer more outdoor space per passenger than most conventional cruise ships, with two swimming pools, open-seating dining, a Tropical Bar, Piano Bar, and an Edwardian-style library. The décor evokes the grand age of sail with antique prints, paintings, and gleaming mahogany rails.

Outside Cabin Category 1 | Star Flyer

Make your way to Safaga to begin your sailing adventure aboard the Star Flyer, a classic tall ship that combines timeless charm with modern comfort.

Safaga and Soma Bay, located near Hurghada on Egypt's Red Sea coast, are renowned for their pristine beaches and crystal-clear waters. These destinations are popular for diving and snorkeling, offering vibrant coral reefs and abundant marine life. Safaga is also known for its therapeutic properties, with mineral-rich black sands and natural hot springs, while Soma Bay features luxurious resorts, world-class golf courses, and a variety of water sports.

Overnight onboard Star Flyer in an inside stateroom.

Safaga

Each Star Flyers ship offers a traditional and elegant way to see the world. Feel the wind fill the sails and gently carry you from one gorgeous destination to the next. During your time on board, you can choose to relax on a sun lounger or cool off in one of the pools on the top deck, while more adventurous passengers may enjoy the opportunity to climb the rigging or even have a go at steering the ship. Alternatively, you can wander the interior areas of the ship and discover relaxing lounges, a revitalising spa (Royal Clipper only) and a peaceful library.

Overnight onboard Star Flyer in an inside stateroom.

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Experience the remarkable passage through the Suez Canal, the vital waterway linking the Mediterranean and Red Seas. As the ship glides between vast desert landscapes, this iconic transit showcases one of the world’s greatest engineering achievements and its lasting impact on global trade.

Overnight onboard Star Flyer in an inside stateroom.

Suez

Continue the Suez Canal crossing before arriving in Port Said, located at the canal’s Mediterranean entrance. An optional excursion is available to Cairo and Giza, home to the Great Pyramids, the Sphinx and the bustling life of Egypt’s capital along the River Nile.

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Port Said

Enjoy a full day in Port Said with further opportunity to explore Egypt’s ancient wonders. Optional tours revisit Cairo and the Giza Plateau, offering deeper insight into the monumental pyramids, the Sphinx and the enduring legacy of one of the world’s oldest civilisations.

Overnight onboard Star Flyer in an inside stateroom.

The second largest city in Egypt, Alexandria, known as The Pearl of the Mediterranean, has an atmosphere that is more Mediterranean than Middle Eastern. Its ambience and cultural heritage distance it from the rest of the country although it is actually only 225 km. from Cairo. Founded by Alexander the Great in 331 BC, Alexandria became the capital of Graeco-Roman Egypt.

Overnight onboard Star Flyer in an inside stateroom.

Alexandria

On every Star Flyer ship, discover a classic and refined way to explore the world. Let the wind fill the sails, guiding you from one stunning destination to another. On board, you can unwind on a sun lounger, take a dip in a top-deck pool, or, for the more adventurous, climb the rigging or try your hand at steering the ship.

Overnight onboard Star Flyer in an inside stateroom.

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Rhodes, the jewel of the Aegean Sea, is famous for its medieval old town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, idyllic beaches and sunny climate. Explore its cobbled streets, admire the Palace of the Grand Masters, relax on golden beaches and savour exquisite Mediterranean cuisine. For a change of scenery, head to Lindos, where the Acropolis dominates the emerald sea, contrasted by the white facades of the town's buildings. Rhodes is the perfect destination for lovers of history, culture and seaside relaxation.

Overnight onboard Star Flyer in an inside stateroom.

Rhodes

Perched on the cliffs of the caldera, this volcanic island offers breathtaking panoramic views, whitewashed houses with blue roofs and picturesque cobbled streets. Explore the charming villages of Oia and Fira, relax on unique black or red sand beaches, and enjoy exquisite local cuisine accompanied by renowned wines. A truly photogenic island with a reputation to match.

Overnight onboard Star Flyer in an inside stateroom.

Santorini

Weather permitting, you'll board the tender to approach the magnificent cliffs of Kleftiko, also known as the Meteors of the Sea. Only accessible by sea, these immaculate white rocks plunge into incredible turquoise waters for a breathtaking contrast!

Overnight onboard Star Flyer in an inside stateroom.

Adamas

Hydra is a town of stately mansions all built around 1800 by blockade runners who had made fortunes outwitting the British during the Napoleonic Wars. As there are no cars, for the spectacular view from the Monastery of Ilias you'll have to ride a donkey to the top.

Overnight onboard Star Flyer in an inside stateroom.

Hydra

Disembark the port of Athens. And explore the city!

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. Piraeus is the port of Athens, just 15km from the city and 45km from the airport.

Overnight stay in Athens at President Hotel or similar.

Athens

Enjoy your breakfast at the hotel.

This morning enjoy a city tour of Athens, combining a visit to the Acropolis with the major landmarks of the city. The tour begins with a drive to the centre of Athens and the majestic sight of the Acropolis. You will be dropped off at the foot of the pedestrian road leading up to the site. With cameras in hand, walk up to the site to enjoy the beauty of these magnificent buildings. See the Parthenon, the Propylaia, the Erechtheion and the temple of Athena Nike. The buildings on the Acropolis are considered by many as the most impressive architectural feats of the ancient times and are listed as UNESCO world heritage sights. Your guide will explain and give you insights about the sight, the history and the legends surrounding it.

Concluding your visit to the Acropolis it is a short walk (5-10 minutes, downhill) to the Acropolis Museum. Opened in 2009, the new museum looks on to the Acropolis and features amazing displays. The artifacts are situated in such a way so as that the guests can actually understand and envision what the Parthenon actually looked like in antiquity. It is considered one of the most beautifully situated museums in the world. This dazzling modernist museum at the foot of the Acropolis' southern slope showcases its surviving treasures still in Greek possession

After concluding the first part of the tour, board the coach to continue to your next stop; the Panathenaic stadium, used to host the first modern Olympic Games in I986. A brief “photo”stop here (15 mins) and continue to the see the major landmark buildings of Athens. From the coach enjoy the national gardens and the Greek parliament. See the traditionally dressed Evzones stand guard outside the building. You will enjoy views of the temple of Zeus and the Zappeion before turning into the city centre once again to see the National Library and the University of Athens, two most impressive neoclassical buildings.

Afternoon at leisure until dinner at a local Greek restaurant.

Overnight stay in Athens at President Hotel or similar.

Parthenon

The tour will begin with a scenic drive via the coastal road from Athens towards the Corinth Canal. It will take about an hour to get to Corinth, we will cross the bridge that connects the mainland with the Peloponnese, over the narrow canal.

After a brief stop we will continue towards Mycenae ; one of the most important cities of ancient Greece. We will walk under the famous Lion gate up to the Mycenaean acropolis and the Palace. We will see the tomb of Agamemnon and the ruins of the Cyclopean walls that protected this mighty city. After Mycenae we will set off to Epidaurus. The site of Epidaurus , which is listed as a world heritage site by Unesco, is vast. With ruins of temples and hospital buildings devoted to the healing gods; it is considered to be the birthplace of Asklepios. The monuments, particularly the temple of Asklepios, the Tholos and the Theatre are considered some of the purest masterpieces of Greek architecture and date from the 4th century BC. For most travelers Epidaurus is known for the magnificent theater that still stands there – and is still used for plays and other performances. The theater is considered a marvel of engineering as the acoustics are unrivaled even by today’s standards.

After our visit to Epidaurus Theater we will walk down the pine filled site towards the exit of the site. A highlight of the tour is our overnight at the port town of Nafplio, one of the most historic and beautiful towns of Greece.

Overnight stay in Nafplio in a 4* hotel.

Mycenae

In the morning set off from Nafplio to Olympia.

Enjoy a spectacular drive through the mountains of Arcadia to Olympia , the birthplace of the Olympic Games, first held in 776 B.C. Olympia, one of the most important sites in antiquity and one of the most interesting today. The town itself is not remarkable but the surroundings are stunning. Not only is the amazing site of ancient Olympia lovely to walk though and admire but also the nature surrounding is of exquisite beauty. You will visit the main site and afterwards the very interesting museum. At the main site you can see the temple of Zeus which once housed one of the 7 wonders of the World –a statue of Zeus made out of ivory and Gold. Your expert guide will show you the gymnasium where the athletes trained, the nymphaeum and of course the main stadium in which the games were held. The museum is a short walk from the site and contains the 4th Century BC statue of Hermes by Praxiteles, plus a number of other finds from the excavations including the Nike of Victory by Paeonios. The site of Olympia is one of the most important in Greece and one of the most awe inspiring due to its beauty and wonderful setting. It is not only that it is so rich in history –it is a lovely spot to visit.

After the sightseeing set off to the town of Delphi. Driving north to Patras, cross the Gulf of Corinth on the new and most impressive suspension bridge to mainland Greece. Delphi, situated on the slopes of Mount Parnassus to see the home of the legendary oracle the most revered site of ancient Greece and considered to be the navel of the world.

Dinner at the hotel.

Overnight stay in Delphi at Amalia Hotel Delphi or similar.

Olympia Ruins

Today, in the morning enjoy the sightseeing of Ancient Delphi, probably the ancient worlds most famous oracle. The site is at the foot of the mountain; the Pan-Hellenic sanctuary of Delphi, here we start our walk. Passing by the Castalia Spring we will visit the archaeological site and view the monument of the Argive Kings, the treasury of the Athenians, the Athenian Stoa, the Polygonal Wall, the monument of Platea and the Temple of Apollo. The site is very large and there is a lot to see including the famous oracle where in ancient times people believed they would learn what their future held. Enjoy the views from the site, they are incredible – the setting is so impressive that in ancient times it was considered the navel of the world. After your walk around the site you will visit the museum. The Delphi museum has spectacular exhibits including the frieze of the Treasury of the Sifnians, the Naxian Sphinx, the Statue of Antinoos the metopes of the Athenian treasury and the famous bronze Charioteer. It is well worth visiting the museum as the exhibits complement what you saw at the site and allow you to get a better understanding of the role Delphi played in antiquity.

A picturesque early afternoon drive brings you to Thermopylae, famous for the heroic defense by Leonidas and his three hundred courageous Spartans against the invading Persians.

After seeing the memorial, continue the drive cross the fertile Thessaly region to Kalambaka. Dinner at the hotel.

Overnight stay in Kalambaka at Amalia Hotel Kalambaka or similar.

Sanctuary of Apollo

When you awaken to see the awe-inspiring rock formations unfold before your eyes, you will easily understand why we call this place Meteora, which means “suspended in the heavens above.”

Today we will climb above the charming mountain villages of Kastraki and Kalambaka to visit two of the six surviving Monasteries of Meteora, a UNESCO world heritage site and one of the most important complexes of Eastern Orthodox monasteries in the world. See how the monks live today and enter some of the most captivating Byzantine basilicas in Greece.

In the afternoon you will head south to Athens for dinner and overnight stay.

Meteora

As the tour ends, say farewell to the vibrant city of Athens. Enjoy a nice breakfast at the hotel. Time at leisure until your flight. Depending on the time of your flight we shall arrange a transfer for you to the Athens airport.