Classic Adriatic Escapes

Venice stands as the quintessential heart and soul of romance. The cityscape features the rounded domes of San Marco, the evocative Bridge of Sighs, and the Renaissance splendors of the Doge's Palace. La Fenice Opera House recalls the musical legacies of Verdi, Puccini, and Caruso, while the Church of San Giorgio Maggiore showcases classic Palladian proportions. A gondola ride down the Grand Canal completes the experience, confirming that an atmosphere of enduring romance permeates the city.

Each Star Clippers 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 revitalizing spa and a peaceful library.

This stunning rock-walled chasm splitting the coastal mountains of Montenegro is the longest arm of the sea in southern Europe. Boka harbors one of the prettiest, unspoiled towns you can ever see, the medieval city of Kotor. Founded by the Romans, fortified during the Byzantine era, then ruled by Venice for much of its history, Kotor has been naturally preserved by its isolation.

Weather permitting, the morning brings a refreshing swim stop somewhere along the beautiful coastline near Dubrovnik. As the Captain selects the day’s anchorage, passengers can dive directly from the ship into the clear Adriatic waters, surrounded by rocky islets and pine-fringed coves. The atmosphere is one of pure relaxation - laughter echoing from the sea, the scent of salt and sun on the breeze. Whether swimming, kayaking, or simply floating beside the ship, it’s an unforgettable moment of freedom beneath billowing sails. A Star Clippers tradition, where the joy of the voyage becomes as memorable as the destination itself.

It was George Bernard Shaw who said: 'Those who seek paradise on earth should come to Dubrovnik.' Indeed, Dubrovnik is a treasure by any measure made more precious by its miraculous restoration. Crowned by the Minceta Tower, the 10th century city walls are the proud symbol of Dubrovnik's colorful history.

This stunning rock-walled chasm splitting the coastal mountains of Montenegro is the longest arm of the sea in southern Europe. Boka harbors one of the prettiest, unspoiled towns you can see, the medieval city of Kotor. Founded by the Romans, fortified during the Byzantine era, then ruled by Venice for much of its history, Kotor has been naturally preserved by its isolation.

Set against a backdrop of steep hills and sapphire-blue waters, Komiža is one of Croatia’s most enchanting island harbors. Passengers can stroll along the palm-lined waterfront, where fishing boats and elegant yachts share the quay, or wander through narrow lanes of stone houses adorned with colorful shutters. The town’s maritime heritage runs deep - Komiža has been a center of fishing for centuries. Those seeking adventure may join an optional excursion to the Blue Cave on nearby Biševo Island (available at an additional cost), a natural wonder illuminated by ethereal light. Peaceful and picturesque, Komiža is pure Adriatic charm.

Rovinj is a typical example of a Mediterranean town. The town is dominated by the Baroque three-nave church of St. Euphemia (Fuma). Close to the harbor are the clock tower, the Baroque Balbi's Arch and the former 17th century Town Hall. To the east lies the complex of the Franciscan monastery and to the south, Rovinj's oldest monument, the Romanesque heptagonal chapel of the Holy Trinity.

Disembark after breakfast and continue your independent trip back home.

Venice is the heart and soul of romance. Cast your eye on the rounded domes of San Marco, take a deep breath at the Bridge of Sighs, gaze on the golden lions and the Renaissance glories of the Doge's Palace, listen for the ghosts of Verdi, Puccini and Caruso at La Fenice Opera House, gape at the classic Palladian proportions of the Church of San Giorgio Maggiore, glide in a gondola down the Grand Canal. And know that love is always in the air in Venice.