Wine Cruise: Connoisseur’s Delight: Northern Spain & Portugal
GO ALL IN
Go All In
Drinks, gratuities, and WiFi included plus up to 40% off selected sailings.
8 nights
Star Legend
26 Aug '26Cruise overview
Some experiences are just too good to rush, and this voyage to Northern Spain, Portugal, and Bordeaux is one of them. That’s why our thoughtfully planned itinerary includes long days in port and overnight stays — time to savor the very best of this bountiful region. Taste Galicia’s legendary seafood fresh from the Bay of Biscay, sample port within sight of the Douro River in Porto, share pintxos with new Basque friends, and wine and dine amid French vineyards on the “hill with a thousand chateaux.” When you’re not busy pampering your palate, delve into the fascinating history of this region. There are ancient Roman baths in Gijon, medieval Old Towns, and countless modern wonders like Portugal’s stunning, multicolored Pena Palace and the iconic Guggenheim in Bilbao.
Itinerary
Bordeaux
Bordeaux as a whole, rather than any particular points within it, is what you’ll want to visit in order to understand why Victor Hugo described it as Versailles plus Antwerp, and why the painter Francisco de Goya, when exiled from his native Spain, chose it as his last home (he died here in 1828). The capital of southwest France and the region’s largest city, Bordeaux remains synonymous with the wine trade: wine shippers have long maintained their headquarters along the banks of the Garonne, while buyers from around the world arrive for the huge biennial Vinexpo show (held in odd-number years).Bordeaux is, admittedly, a less exuberant city than many others in France, but lively and stylish elements are making a dent in its conservative veneer. The cleaned-up riverfront is said by some, after a bottle or two, to exude an elegance reminiscent of St. Petersburg, and that aura of 18th-century élan also permeates the historic downtown sector—“le vieux Bordeaux”—where fine shops invite exploration. To the south of the city center are old docklands undergoing renewal—one train station has now been transformed into a big multiplex movie theater—but the area is still a bit shady. To get a feel for the historic port of Bordeaux, take the 90-minute boat trip that leaves Quai Louis-XVIII every weekday afternoon, or the regular passenger ferry that plies the Garonne between Quai Richelieu and the Pont d’Aquitaine in summer. A nice time to stroll around the city center is the first Sunday of the month, when it’s pedestrian-only and vehicles are banned.
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Bordeaux
Bordeaux
Bilbao
Bilbao
Gijón
Vigo
Leixões
Lisbon
Star Porthole Suite
The Star Porthole Suite offers cosy sophistication with charming porthole windows providing a classic maritime feel. Well-appointed and thoughtfully designed, these suites feature comfortable sleeping and sitting areas, ideal for guests seeking intimate, elegant accommodation without compromising on Windstar’s renowned luxury and service.
Amenities
- Queen or Twin Configuration
- Shower
- Room Service Available
- TV
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Telephone
- Desk
- Toiletries Provided
- Lounge Area
- Vanity Area
- Mini Bar (Additional Cost)
Ship features
Star Legend couples all-suite serenity with contemporary amenities and elevated design.
- All-suite configuration after stretch refit
- New dining venues: Star Grill and Cuadro 44
- Infinity pool with sweeping views
- Watersports platform for paddleboarding, kayaking, snorkeling
- Open-bridge access for guest visits
- Refreshed lounges, spa, library and fitness centre
- Beauty salon, boutique and destination office
- Relaxed evening entertainment and live music
