Windstar Cruises is introducing new winter and holiday sailing itineraries from December 2023 to April 2024, offering travelers a unique opportunity to explore iconic Mediterranean destinations during the quieter and more intimate winter season. Guests will experience these timeless destinations in an entirely different light aboard the award-winning all-suite, 312-guest Star Legend.

These carefully crafted seven-night itineraries will allow guests to take advantage of smaller crowds and easier access to cultural attractions, historical landmarks, and local cuisine. The itineraries also offer a blend of cultural exploration and festive celebrations that can only be enjoyed during the winter season through Spring.

Sixteen weeklong cruises will sail between Rome and Barcelona (or reverse), visiting Florence & Pisa (Livorno), Italy; Marseille, France with overnights in the iconic cities of Rome, Barcelona and Monte Carlo. An eight-night cruise from Rome to Athens will also be available, visiting the Amalfi Coast and Greece. Travelers can choose between an 8- or 9-day Christmas holiday sailing, with the latter including New Year’s Eve.

Guests will have the opportunity to participate in some of Europe’s most magical winter experiences, including holiday markets and ice skating in Nice, France; Vatican, St. Peter’s Basilica, and Trevi Fountain excursions in Rome during the holidays; and Florence’s spectacular Light Festival. Additionally, guests can celebrate Christmas Eve and Day in Rome, ring in the New Year in Barcelona, spend Valentine’s Day in Nice, or enjoy Carnevale celebrations in both Spain and Italy at the end of February.

Windstar’s new winter sailings will be available for purchase on November 6, 2023.