
Sun Deck · Royal Clipper

01The cruise
Sail the Western Mediterranean aboard the majestic Royal Clipper tall ship, exploring Corsica and the French and Italian Riviera, with two exceptional itineraries designed to offer both adventure and relaxation.
Classic Sailing, Modern Comfort
Royal Clipper pairs the romance of classic sailing with modern amenities, spacious cabins and beautifully designed public areas, gracefully navigating crystal-clear waters, secluded coves and charming coastal towns.
Corsica & the Riviera
Discover the rugged beauty of Corsica, where dramatic coastlines meet turquoise waters, and Riviera favourites such as Cannes and St Tropez. Between historic ports, relax on the sunlit deck, enjoy gourmet dining or join the onboard activities, with new horizons every day and the unmatched beauty of the Western Mediterranean all around.
Your Holiday Package Includes:
02Corsica & French Riviera

Cannes
Experience the glamour of Cannes, home to the world-famous film festival and luxurious promenades.

Bonifacio
Discover the dramatic clifftop fortress of Bonifacio, steeped in history and breathtaking views.

Corsica
Relax on this pristine beach, known for its crystal-clear waters and tranquil atmosphere.

Alghero
Wander through cobbled streets, ancient architecture, and vibrant local culture in this charming Sardinian town.

Monaco
Visit the opulent palace of Monaco, a symbol of royal heritage and prestige.

Le Lavandou
Immerse yourself in the lively atmosphere of this traditional fish market, offering the freshest seafood.

St Tropez
Soak in the vibrant ambiance of St. Tropez, where luxury, culture, and stunning scenery converge.
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03The route
If you’re looking for a unique and unforgettable cruising experience, these itineraries aboard the Star Clipper are not to be missed. Whether you choose to explore one or both, this voyage promises to be worth every moment. Set sail on an adventure of a lifetime and discover the beauty of the Western Mediterranean aboard the magnificent Star Clipper.
Departure dates: 2nd May, 16th May 2026
Day 1SaturdayFly into Nice and transfer to your hotel in Cannes for a two-night stay. Relax and unwind as you explore Cannes' stunning beaches, luxury boutiques, and charming old town, immersing yourself in the elegance of the French Riviera.
Fly into Nice and transfer to your hotel in Cannes for a two-night stay. Relax and unwind as you explore Cannes' stunning beaches, luxury boutiques, and charming old town, immersing yourself in the elegance of the French Riviera.
Day 2SundayTake some time to explore Cannes at your own pace. Wander along the iconic La Croisette, soaking in the seaside views, or head to Le Suquet, the charming Old Town, for a taste of local markets and boutiques. Relax on the sun-kissed beaches, or enjoy a leisurely lunch at one of the seaside bistros, savoring the flavors of French cuisine.
Take some time to explore Cannes at your own pace. Wander along the iconic La Croisette, soaking in the seaside views, or head to Le Suquet, the charming Old Town, for a taste of local markets and boutiques. Relax on the sun-kissed beaches, or enjoy a leisurely lunch at one of the seaside bistros, savoring the flavors of French cuisine.
Day 3MondayTransfer to the port to embark on the Star Flyer. Settle into your cabin and take the opportunity to meet fellow passengers. Enjoy a delightful dinner on board as you begin your journey, surrounded by the elegance of a classic tall ship.
Transfer to the port to embark on the Star Flyer. Settle into your cabin and take the opportunity to meet fellow passengers. Enjoy a delightful dinner on board as you begin your journey, surrounded by the elegance of a classic tall ship.
Day 4TuesdayDiscover the poetic charm of Lerici, where Percy Bysshe Shelley spent his last days at Villa Magni before his fateful voyage. Sail past the “Golfo dei Poeti,” where Lord Byron famously swam, and explore picturesque fishing villages reminiscent of Cinque Terre’s beauty.
Discover the poetic charm of Lerici, where Percy Bysshe Shelley spent his last days at Villa Magni before his fateful voyage. Sail past the “Golfo dei Poeti,” where Lord Byron famously swam, and explore picturesque fishing villages reminiscent of Cinque Terre’s beauty.
Day 5WednesdayFrom his villa in Portoferraio, Napoleon gazed over the harbor’s ships, longing for a return to power. Experience a vineyard tour nearby, and explore the fascinating ruins of an ancient Etruscan civilization, adding depth and history to your visit.
From his villa in Portoferraio, Napoleon gazed over the harbor’s ships, longing for a return to power. Experience a vineyard tour nearby, and explore the fascinating ruins of an ancient Etruscan civilization, adding depth and history to your visit.
Day 6ThursdayAt Corsica’s southern edge, Sant'Amanza offers azure waters, sandy beaches, and kite surfing, framed by limestone cliffs and rocky landscapes. Nearby, Bonifacio’s vibrant harbor, with its seafood spots and marina, sits beneath an ancient citadel perched majestically atop towering cliffs.
At Corsica’s southern edge, Sant'Amanza offers azure waters, sandy beaches, and kite surfing, framed by limestone cliffs and rocky landscapes. Nearby, Bonifacio’s vibrant harbor, with its seafood spots and marina, sits beneath an ancient citadel perched majestically atop towering cliffs.
Day 7FridayAlghero, a charming medieval city in northwest Sardinia, features a lively historic center filled with bars and restaurants, perfect for exploring. It’s an ideal base for visiting Riviera del Corallo’s beaches, and medieval Catalan is still spoken despite the Iberian departure centuries ago.
Alghero, a charming medieval city in northwest Sardinia, features a lively historic center filled with bars and restaurants, perfect for exploring. It’s an ideal base for visiting Riviera del Corallo’s beaches, and medieval Catalan is still spoken despite the Iberian departure centuries ago.
Day 8SaturdayPorticcio’s modern charm and lively beaches invite relaxation, while nearby Filitosa offers a glimpse of prehistoric stone carvings. In Ajaccio, explore Napoleon’s legacy through museums and monuments, or venture into the surrounding countryside for hiking, biking, and outdoor adventures amid stunning scenery.
Porticcio’s modern charm and lively beaches invite relaxation, while nearby Filitosa offers a glimpse of prehistoric stone carvings. In Ajaccio, explore Napoleon’s legacy through museums and monuments, or venture into the surrounding countryside for hiking, biking, and outdoor adventures amid stunning scenery.
Day 9SundayMonaco, a glamorous haven for royalty and celebrities, boasts the majestic Palais du Prince and luxurious casinos, evoking an elegant, bygone era. With immense wealth concentrated in its small area, this principality continues to captivate with its timeless, golden allure.
Monaco, a glamorous haven for royalty and celebrities, boasts the majestic Palais du Prince and luxurious casinos, evoking an elegant, bygone era. With immense wealth concentrated in its small area, this principality continues to captivate with its timeless, golden allure.
Day 10MondayDisembark and bid farewell to your new friends after an unforgettable journey. Transfer to the airport for your return flight home, carrying cherished memories of your adventure and the beautiful destinations you explored aboard the Star Flyer.
Disembark and bid farewell to your new friends after an unforgettable journey. Transfer to the airport for your return flight home, carrying cherished memories of your adventure and the beautiful destinations you explored aboard the Star Flyer.
Departure dates: 9th May & 23rd May 2026
Day 1SaturdayArrive in Nice and transfer to your Cannes hotel for a two-night stay. Unwind as you explore the beautiful beaches, chic boutiques, and charming old town of Cannes, soaking up the glamour and elegance of the stunning French Riviera.
Arrive in Nice and transfer to your Cannes hotel for a two-night stay. Unwind as you explore the beautiful beaches, chic boutiques, and charming old town of Cannes, soaking up the glamour and elegance of the stunning French Riviera.
Day 2SundayExplore Cannes at your own pace. Stroll along La Croisette, enjoy seaside views, or visit Le Suquet’s quaint streets, markets, and boutiques. Relax on the sunlit beaches or savor a leisurely lunch at a seaside bistro, indulging in delicious French cuisine.
Explore Cannes at your own pace. Stroll along La Croisette, enjoy seaside views, or visit Le Suquet’s quaint streets, markets, and boutiques. Relax on the sunlit beaches or savor a leisurely lunch at a seaside bistro, indulging in delicious French cuisine.
Day 3MondayTransfer to the port and board the Star Flyer. Settle into your cabin and meet fellow passengers. Enjoy a delicious dinner on board, immersing yourself in the charm and elegance of the classic tall ship as your journey begins.
Transfer to the port and board the Star Flyer. Settle into your cabin and meet fellow passengers. Enjoy a delicious dinner on board, immersing yourself in the charm and elegance of the classic tall ship as your journey begins.
Day 4TuesdayPortofino, a charming fishing village on the Italian Riviera, features pastel-colored houses, luxury boutiques, and seafood restaurants surrounding the cobbled Piazzetta, overlooking a yacht-filled harbor. A short walk leads to St. George’s Church, a historic lookout with stunning coastal views.
Portofino, a charming fishing village on the Italian Riviera, features pastel-colored houses, luxury boutiques, and seafood restaurants surrounding the cobbled Piazzetta, overlooking a yacht-filled harbor. A short walk leads to St. George’s Church, a historic lookout with stunning coastal views.
Day 5WednesdaySt. Florent’s harbor, filled with yachts flying burgees from prestigious clubs, creates a vibrant display of colors. Explore the nearby Cap Corse peninsula, where medieval watchtowers punctuate the cliff tops, offering a glimpse into the region’s rich history and stunning scenery.
St. Florent’s harbor, filled with yachts flying burgees from prestigious clubs, creates a vibrant display of colors. Explore the nearby Cap Corse peninsula, where medieval watchtowers punctuate the cliff tops, offering a glimpse into the region’s rich history and stunning scenery.
Day 6ThursdayNapoleon once claimed he could recognize Corsica by the fragrant scent of the maquis. Arriving by sea, you’ll be greeted by this signature aroma and the island’s wild, mountainous landscape. Discover nearby secluded beaches and the Grottes des Veaux Marins, offering incredible diving adventures.
Napoleon once claimed he could recognize Corsica by the fragrant scent of the maquis. Arriving by sea, you’ll be greeted by this signature aroma and the island’s wild, mountainous landscape. Discover nearby secluded beaches and the Grottes des Veaux Marins, offering incredible diving adventures.
Day 7FridayThis stunning, unspoiled beach is difficult to reach by road, adding to its unique charm. Surrounded by breathtaking landscapes and crystal-clear waters, it offers a secluded escape, perfect for those seeking natural beauty and tranquility away from the crowds.
This stunning, unspoiled beach is difficult to reach by road, adding to its unique charm. Surrounded by breathtaking landscapes and crystal-clear waters, it offers a secluded escape, perfect for those seeking natural beauty and tranquility away from the crowds.
Day 8SaturdaySaint-Raphaël, a charming town on the French Riviera, offers a peaceful Mediterranean escape. With sandy beaches, a lively marina, and the scenic Esterel Mountains as a backdrop, it combines natural beauty with leisure. Enjoy historic squares, local markets, and outdoor activities.
Saint-Raphaël, a charming town on the French Riviera, offers a peaceful Mediterranean escape. With sandy beaches, a lively marina, and the scenic Esterel Mountains as a backdrop, it combines natural beauty with leisure. Enjoy historic squares, local markets, and outdoor activities.
Day 9SundayThe most scenic way to arrive at St. Tropez’s stunning harbor is by sea. Famous for its vibrant atmosphere, the town offers plenty to explore, from beautiful beaches to charming bistros and lively bars, making it a perfect spot for people-watching and relaxation.
The most scenic way to arrive at St. Tropez’s stunning harbor is by sea. Famous for its vibrant atmosphere, the town offers plenty to explore, from beautiful beaches to charming bistros and lively bars, making it a perfect spot for people-watching and relaxation.
Day 10MondayDisembark and bid farewell to your new friends after an unforgettable journey. Transfer to the airport for your return flight home, carrying cherished memories of your adventure and the beautiful destinations you explored aboard the Star Flyer.
Disembark and bid farewell to your new friends after an unforgettable journey. Transfer to the airport for your return flight home, carrying cherished memories of your adventure and the beautiful destinations you explored aboard the Star Flyer.


04Your Vessel

Five-masted clipper · Built 2000
The world’s largest and most luxurious five-masted clipper ship, with polished brass, gleaming brightwork and proud heritage.
Classic sailing elegance meets contemporary comfort – life on board feels more like a private yacht than a cruise ship.
Generous teak decks offer more outdoor space per guest than most cruise ships, plus swimming pools to unwind.
Antique prints, paintings of legendary ships and polished mahogany capture the grand age of the classic windjammers.
Decks & cabins
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Decks of Royal Clipper




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Sun Deck · Royal Clipper
OSDClipper Deck · Royal Clipper
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3Clipper Deck · Royal Clipper
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6Clipper Deck · Royal Clipper
3Commodore Deck · Royal Clipper
4Commodore Deck · Royal Clipper
Commodore Deck · Royal Clipper
DOSMain Deck · Royal Clipper
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In every cabin
1Main Deck · Royal Clipper
D - Cabin has a fixed double bed
In every cabin
ClClipper Deck · Royal Clipper
Average cabin dimensions - 40m △ - Cabin has an extra fold down bunk with a ladder D - Cabin has a fixed double bed Category 3 cabins on the Clipper Deck may be slightly smaller than Category 3 cabins on the Commodore Deck. D - Cabin has a fixed double bed Category 4 cabins on the Clipper Deck may be slightly smaller than Category 4 cabins on the Commodore Deck. Average cabin dimensions - 10m² D - Cabin has a fixed double bed S - Single cabin △ - Cabin has an extra fold down bunk with a ladder
In every cabin
CoCommodore Deck · Royal Clipper
D - Cabin has a fixed double bed Category 3 cabins on the Clipper Deck may be slightly smaller than Category 3 cabins on the Commodore Deck. D - Cabin has a fixed double bed Category 4 cabins on the Clipper Deck may be slightly smaller than Category 4 cabins on the Commodore Deck.
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All cabins are non-smoking
05Your Hotel
A 4-star hotel close to the sea-front Boulevard de la Croisette, within walking distance of everything in Cannes.
Spacious, soundproofed rooms with balconies, air conditioning, Wi-Fi and satellite TV, all to a 4-star standard.
A beautiful pool in a Mediterranean garden, an outdoor terrace, a bar and a café for relaxed afternoons.
Our package includes two nights on a bed and breakfast basis, the perfect way to start or end your cruise.
Facilities
Room options
Superior Double Room (Included in your Holiday)
The following room types are available with a supplement
06Departure dates
Prices & departure dates
To be announced
Dates and prices for the next Corsica & French Riviera sailings will be announced soon. Register your interest and we will let you know as soon as they are released.
Prices & departure dates
To be announced
Dates and prices for the next Corsica & French Riviera sailings will be announced soon. Register your interest and we will let you know as soon as they are released.
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