Quick answer
Star Clippers is a luxury ocean cruise line based in Monaco. Tall ships that really sail, with up to 300 guests, climbing the mast and swimming off the platform — informal and outdoorsy. Best for: sailing ships, small ships, couples, adventure. Fares start from roughly US$1,000 per person per night (indicative).
- Cruise type
- Luxury & ultra-luxury cruises
- Headquarters
- Monaco
- Price level
- Premium · from ≈ US$1,000 pp/night
- Fleet (selected)
- 4 ships listed
- Typical length
- 7–30 nights
- Ship size
- 100–1,000 guests
- Onboard currency
- EUR
- Sails to
- Mediterranean, Caribbean & Bahamas, Southeast Asia
- Best for
- Sailing ships, Small ships, Couples, Adventure
- Official website
- starclippers.com
Why choose Star Clippers
- Real square-rigged sailing ships
- Climb the mast, sit in the bowsprit net
- Small island ports
Ships
- Royal Clipper
- Star Flyer
- Star Clipper
- Flying Clipper
Selected ships; fleets change as ships join and leave. Ask us for deck plans and cabin details.
Sailings & fares
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Where Star Clippers sails
What is included
Usually included
Suite, all dining, most drinks, gratuities and Wi-Fi. Regent includes unlimited shore excursions; several lines include business-class air on some fares.
Dress code
Elegant casual; formal-optional evenings on some lines.
Food & dietary needs
Vegetarian meals are available on every sailing. Jain, vegan, halal and allergy requests are sent to the line in writing when you book — see our food guide.
Visas for Star Clippers itineraries
Depending on the itinerary you may need: Schengen visa (Europe), Singapore, Türkiye, US visa (B1/B2), Vietnam. When you book, our Visa Desk checks every port for your passport and gives you apply-by dates.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Star Clippers good for families?
Star Clippers is better suited to sailing ships, small ships, couples than to young families. Honeymooners, HNI and luxury travellers, milestone celebrations and anyone who values space and service.
What is included in a Star Clippers fare?
Suite, all dining, most drinks, gratuities and Wi-Fi. Regent includes unlimited shore excursions; several lines include business-class air on some fares.
Where does Star Clippers sail?
Star Clippers sails to Mediterranean, Caribbean & Bahamas, Southeast Asia.
How much does a Star Clippers cruise cost?
As a guide, Star Clippers fares start from about US$1,000 per person per night, so a 7-night trip starts around US$7,000 per person before taxes and extras. Exact fares depend on ship, date and cabin.
Can I book Star Clippers through Xciting Cruising?
Yes. Xciting Cruising sells Star Clippers sailings worldwide, with prices in your currency (including INR), a free 48-hour hold, low deposits, and visa, insurance, shore excursions and forex handled in the same booking.
What is the dress code on Star Clippers?
Elegant casual; formal-optional evenings on some lines.