| Cruise line | Star Clippers |
|---|---|
| Ship | Star Flyer |
| Duration | 7 nights |
| Port calls | 7 |
| Departures | 1 sailings |
| From fare | $2,500 per person |
| Year built | 1991 |
| Guests | 170 |
| Cabins | 85 |
| Crew | 72 |
| Length | 111 m |
| Beam | 15 m |
| Cruising speed | 12.0 kn |
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Greece Cruise from Piraeus to Istanbul — 8 Days
7 nights · Greece · Departs Piraeus-Athens (Greece) · Visiting Mykonos Island, Patmos Island, Chios Island, Dikili, Bozcaada Island, Istanbul · Aboard Star Clippers on the Star Flyer
Image courtesy of Star Clippers ©
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Day 1
Piraeus-Athens, Greece
Piraeus is Athens’ working harbour, not a resort port—and that is its appeal. From here, the capital’s ancient landmarks are within reach, while the waterfront keeps its own busy, distinctly Greek character. Visit the Archaeological Museum of Piraeus, then linger over grilled fish in Mikrolimano, a small harbour lined with tavernas. Metro connections make central Athens straightforward. Or stay near the water and watch ferries depart for the islands.
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Day 2
Mykonos Island, Greece
Mykonos rewards an early start: whitewashed lanes, blue-domed churches and waterfront cafés are quieter before the cruise crowds arrive. In Little Venice, old captains’ houses lean over the Aegean, while the island’s windmills stand above the harbor. Beyond town, beaches range from lively Psarou to the broad sands of Elia. Take a short boat ride to Delos, where ancient sanctuaries and marble streets mark one of Greece’s great archaeological sites.
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Day 3
Patmos Island, Greece
Patmos, a small Dodecanese island, pairs a quiet harbour with a remarkable religious history. From Skala, a winding road climbs to Chora, where whitewashed lanes lead to the Monastery of Saint John. Nearby, the Cave of the Apocalypse recalls the tradition that John received the visions behind Revelation. These UNESCO-listed sites reward a visit; beaches and waterfront tavernas offer a gentler counterpoint.
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Day 4
Chios Island, Greece
Chios lies in the eastern Aegean, a short crossing from Turkey, yet it feels distinctly its own. Its chief distinction is mastic, the aromatic resin harvested in southern villages and prized since antiquity. In Pyrgi, geometric black-and-white façades turn ordinary streets into an open-air gallery. Visit the 11th-century Nea Moni, a UNESCO-listed monastery, and study its Byzantine mosaics. Back in Chios Town, stroll the waterfront and sample local mastic liqueur.
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Day 5
Dikili, Turkey
Dikili brings you to Turkey’s quieter Aegean shore, where pine-fringed hills meet clear water and a relaxed harbour town. Its greatest prize lies inland: Bergama, ancient Pergamon, about 30 kilometres away. Explore the Acropolis, the remains of a celebrated library, and the Asclepieion, once a major healing sanctuary. Back in Dikili, stroll the waterfront, swim at a nearby beach, or linger over fresh seafood before returning aboard.
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Day 6
Bozcaada Island, Turkey
Bozcaada lies in the northern Aegean, a short ferry ride from Geyikli on Turkey’s Çanakkale coast. Its harbor is watched by a castle, rebuilt under Ottoman rule and visible as ferries approach. Beyond the waterfront, lanes pass stone houses, cafés and churches that reflect the island’s Greek and Turkish past. Vineyards cover the inland slopes, while Ayazma Beach offers a swim in clear Aegean water.
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Day 8
Istanbul, Turkey
Istanbul makes a compelling first impression: minarets rise above the Bosphorus, while ferries cross between Europe and Asia. On the historic peninsula, Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque and Topkapi Palace place centuries of empire within walking distance. Istanbul rewards curiosity beyond its landmarks. Browse the Grand Bazaar, linger over Turkish coffee, then take a ferry to the Asian shore. Allow time for traffic and queues; the city’s scale is part of the experience.
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Published September 1, 2026
Last updated October 3, 2026
Author: J. Richard
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