Windstar Cruises has announced its 2026 European Voyages, which include an unprecedented number of new ports and itineraries. The lineup includes 15 new itineraries, 34 first-time ports and an expanded selection of Star Collector sailings.
A highlight of the new offerings is the Aug. 12, 2026, Around Iceland: A Total Solar Eclipse voyage, placing your clients in the path of totality for this event. This is Windstar’s first solar eclipse-themed cruise.
The company has also introduced a massive 81-day Star Collector voyage, the 2026 Grand Europe Adventure. Departing from Helsinki, Finland, on July 14, 2026, this sailing will stop in 20 countries and 67 ports before concluding in Athens, Greece. The itinerary features extended stays of up to four days in select destinations and late-night departures to allow for inland exploration.
New additions to Windstar’s portfolio include cruise tours from Madrid, a circumnavigation of Ireland, an exploration of the Aeolian Islands and a Northern Greece itinerary featuring the Meteora Monasteries.
“Our year-round cruises in the Mediterranean and Europe have more small-ship only destinations than ever before. We’ve designed these voyages with a focus on regional exploration, so that means more overnight stays and off-the-beaten-path experiences to help give you a deeper, more genuine look at some of Europe’s best spots,” said Jess Peterson, Windstar’s itinerary planner, in a press statement.
Windtar’s New 2026 Itineraries
Below are some of the new inclusions for 2026:
- Atlantic France (7 nights): This tour covers the entire Atlantic coast of France, including Bordeaux, La Rochelle and Paris.
- Treasure Troves of Corsica & Sardinia (7 nights): This is a round-trip from Rome that visits key destinations in Corsica and Sardinia.
- Northern Spain & Portugal (8 nights): This journey from Lisbon to Bordeaux focuses on lesser-known ports in Spain’s Galicia and Asturias regions.
- Norway’s Southern Splendors (8 nights): Explore Norway’s southern coastline, including UNESCO World Heritage sites.
- Off-the-Beaten-Path Greek Islands (7 nights): Visits to less frequented Greek islands such as Syros, Samos and Naxos.
- Tulip Season in Holland & Belgium (7 nights): Timed to coincide with peak tulip season in Holland.
- Bella Italia: A Southern Italian Romance (8 nights) Focuses on Italy’s Calabria and Puglia regions and includes a visit to Croatia’s Island of Rab.
- Treasures of Southern Spain & Morocco (8 nights): This Barcelona-to-Lisbon sailing features a return to Seville and a visit to Tangier, Morocco.
Of note: Windstar offers an early booking promotion for these 2026 European cruises. Bookings made by Oct. 31, 2024, will include a complimentary All-Inclusive package featuring Wi-Fi, unlimited beverages, all gratuities and a $100 onboard credit per stateroom.
For more information, visit windstarcruises.com.
