Windstar Cruises luxury itinerary
Star Explorer August 30-September 15 2027 Cruise & Offers
BORDEAUX to BARCELONA
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August 30-September 15 2027 ยท Voyage EX20270830-16D
Ports & shore experiences
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16 destination panels · 64 verified voyage-specific shore experiences · 7 panels with planning notices
Official voyage overview
Begin your voyage in Bordeaux, France, visiting picturesque destinations on your way to Barcelona, Spain. An overnight stay in Bordeaux allows you to savor world-renowned wines. Sail on to Bilbao, Spain, and enjoy another overnight. Continue to Gijon, Spain, known for its maritime heritage, before heading to Vigo, Spain. Discover the charm of Porto, Portugal, with its riverside vistas. In Lisbon, Portugal, experience an overnight stay that lets you wander through the narrow streets of Alfama. Next, sail to Seville, Spain, where an overnight stay allows time to explore the grand Seville Cathedral. Cross over to Tangier, Morocco, where the vibrant souks offer a taste of Moroccan charm. Continue to Malaga, Spain, birthplace of Picasso. In Cartagena, uncover Roman ruins. Valencia, with its futuristic City of Arts and Sciences, is the next stop before concluding your journey in Barcelona.
August 30-31, 2027 BORDEAUX
About BORDEAUX
BORDEAUX gives this stage of the itinerary its individual destination focus. Begin your voyage in Bordeaux, France, visiting picturesque destinations on your way to Barcelona, Spain. An overnight stay in Bordeaux allows you to savor world-renowned wines. This context places the destination within the Northern Europe route; exact call times and any experiences published for this sailing are listed below.
Shore experiences currently listed
- Bordeaux, Medoc Vineyards (Moderate) — Moderate activity
- Bordeaux, Concierge Collection: Food & Wine pairing dinner at Chateau de Ferrand (Moderate) — Moderate activity
- Bordeaux, Gourmet Stroll with Kim — Moderate-Strenuous activity
- Bordeaux, St. Emilion Vineyards & Village with Underground Monuments (Moderate) — Moderate activity
- Bordeaux, Concierge Collection: Full Day Private Car & Guide (Easy) — Easy activity
- Bordeaux, Concierge Collection: Half Day Private Van & Guide (Easy) — Easy activity
- Bordeaux, Concierge Collection: Full Day Private Van & Guide (Easy) — Easy activity
- Bordeaux, Concierge Collection: Half Day Private Car & Guide (Easy) — Easy activity
Published call times
- August 30, 2027 · Embarkation · Departure 23:59 · Overnight stay
- August 31, 2027 · Embarkation · Departure 18:00 · Overnight stay
August 31, 2027 CRUISING GARONNE RIVER
About CRUISING GARONNE RIVER
CRUISING GARONNE RIVER is a published scenic navigation or transit call rather than a conventional shore visit. The passage forms part of this Northern Europe route, with the surrounding waterway or coastline providing the principal view from aboard Star Explorer. Exact dates and times are retained below; no unlisted stop or activity has been inferred.
Shore planning
No voyage-specific shore experience is published for this scenic navigation or transit call. Deluxe Cruises can help review the final voyage program closer to departure.
Published call times
- August 31, 2027 · Arrival 19:00 · Departure 20:00
September 1-2, 2027 SAINT-JEAN-DE-LUZ, BIARRITZ
About SAINT-JEAN-DE-LUZ, BIARRITZ
Saint-Jean-de-Luz is a Basque fishing harbor with a sheltered beach, red-and-white houses, markets, and royal history. Nearby Biarritz adds grand seaside architecture, surfing culture, and dramatic Atlantic viewpoints. Together they introduce France’s Basque coast through maritime traditions, regional food, elegant resorts, and a strong local identity.
Shore planning
No voyage-specific shore-experience list is available in the current verified Windstar data for this exact call. Deluxe Cruises can help review the confirmed program closer to departure.
Published call times
- September 1, 2027 · Arrival 13:00 · Departure 23:59 · Overnight stay
- September 2, 2027 · Departure 06:00 · Overnight stay
September 2, 2027 PASAIA / PASEJES
About PASAIA / PASEJES
Pasaia is a historic Basque harbor set within a narrow natural inlet near San Sebastián. Waterfront houses, fishing traditions, shipbuilding heritage, and small pedestrian streets line the protected channel. The port offers an intimate maritime setting, while nearby San Sebastián adds elegant architecture, beaches, and renowned Basque cuisine.
Shore planning
No voyage-specific shore-experience list is available in the current verified Windstar data for this exact call. Deluxe Cruises can help review the confirmed program closer to departure.
Published call times
- September 2, 2027 · Arrival 10:00 · Departure 22:00
September 3, 2027 GEXTO, BILBAO
About GEXTO, BILBAO
GEXTO, BILBAO gives this stage of the itinerary its individual destination focus. Sail on to Bilbao, Spain, and enjoy another overnight. This context places the destination within the Northern Europe route; exact call times and any experiences published for this sailing are listed below.
Shore experiences currently listed
- Bilbao, Concierge Collection: Half Day Private Van & Guide (Easy) — Easy activity
- Bilbao, Wineries & Vineyards of Rioja with Lunch — Moderate-Strenuous activity
- Bilbao, An Afternoon in San Sabastian (Moderate-Strenuous) — Moderate-Strenuous activity
- Bilbao, Panoramic Bilbao Tour (Easy) — Easy activity
- Bilbao, Guggenheim Museum & The Old Town (Easy-Moderate) — Easy-Moderate activity
- Bilbao, Old Quarter with Tapas Sampling (Easy-Moderate) — Easy-Moderate activity
- Bilbao, Concierge Collection: Full Day Private Van & Guide (Easy) — Easy activity
- Bilbao, Bilbao Gourmet (Easy) — Easy activity
- Bilbao, Concierge Collection: Half Day Private Car & Guide (Easy) — Easy activity
- Bilbao, Concierge Collection: Full Day Private Car & Guide (Easy) — Easy activity
- Bilbao, Beach & Medieval Village By Horseback (Moderate-Strenuous) — Moderate-Strenuous activity
Published call times
- September 3, 2027 · Arrival 08:00 · Departure 18:00
September 4, 2027 GIJON
About GIJON
GIJON gives this stage of the itinerary its individual destination focus. Continue to Gijon, Spain, known for its maritime heritage, before heading to Vigo, Spain. This context places the destination within the Northern Europe route; exact call times and any experiences published for this sailing are listed below.
Shore experiences currently listed
- Gijon, Concierge Collection: Half Day Private Car & Guide (Easy) — Easy activity
- Gijon, Fishing Villages Of The Western Asturian Coast (Strenuous) — Strenuous activity
- Gijon, City Tour & Cider Mill (Moderate-Strenuous) — Moderate-Strenuous activity
- Gijon, Oviedo and Cathedral (Strenuous) — Strenuous activity
- Gijon, Concierge Collection: Half Day Private Van & Guide (Easy) — Easy activity
- Gijon, Asturian Cider Tour (Moderate-Strenuous) — Moderate-Strenuous activity
Published call times
- September 4, 2027 · Arrival 07:00 · Departure 13:00
September 5, 2027 VIGO
About VIGO
VIGO gives this stage of the itinerary its individual destination focus. Continue to Gijon, Spain, known for its maritime heritage, before heading to Vigo, Spain. This context places the destination within the Northern Europe route; exact call times and any experiences published for this sailing are listed below.
Shore experiences currently listed
- Vigo, Santiago de Compostela With Conxuro (Moderate-Strenuous) — Moderate-Strenuous activity
- Vigo, Wine Appreciation (Moderate) — Moderate activity
- Vigo, The Border Country (Moderate) — Moderate activity
- Vigo, Combarro & Galician Mussel Farming (Moderate) — Moderate activity
Published call times
- September 5, 2027 · Arrival 13:30 · Departure 22:00
September 6, 2027 LEIXOES, PORTO
About LEIXOES, PORTO
LEIXOES, PORTO gives this stage of the itinerary its individual destination focus. Discover the charm of Porto, Portugal, with its riverside vistas. This context places the destination within the Northern Europe route; exact call times and any experiences published for this sailing are listed below.
Shore experiences currently listed
- Porto Lexio, Concierge Collection: Half Day Private Van with Guide (Easy) — Easy activity
- Porto Lexio, Riverfront Tram Ride (Moderate) — Moderate activity
- Porto Lexio, Concierge Collection: Half Day Private Car with Guide (Easy) — Easy activity
- Porto Lexio, Oporto & River Cruise with Wine Tasting (Moderate) — Moderate activity
- Porto Lexio, Concierge Collection: Historic Oporto by Tuk Tuk (Easy-Moderate) — Easy-Moderate activity
- Porto Lexio, Porto on Your Own (Moderate) — Moderate activity
- Porto Lexio, Historic Guimaraes (Moderate) — Moderate activity
Published call times
- September 6, 2027 · Arrival 08:00 · Departure 14:00
September 7-8, 2027 LISBON
About LISBON
LISBON gives this stage of the itinerary its individual destination focus. In Lisbon, Portugal, experience an overnight stay that lets you wander through the narrow streets of Alfama. This context places the destination within the Northern Europe route; exact call times and any experiences published for this sailing are listed below.
Shore experiences currently listed
- Lisbon, Highlights with Transfer to Airport (Easy) — Easy activity
- Lisbon, Majestic Sintras & Cascais With Transfer to Windstar Hotel (Easy) — Moderate activity
- Lisbon, Concierge Collection: Half Day Private Car & Guide (Easy) — Easy activity
- Lisbon, Concierge Collection: Half Day Private Van & Guide (Easy) — Easy activity
- Lisbon, Concierge Collection: Full Day Private Van & Guide (Easy) — Easy activity
- Lisbon, Concierge Collection: Full Day Private Car & Guide (Easy) — Easy activity
Published call times
- September 7, 2027 · Arrival 08:00 · Departure 23:59 · Overnight stay
- September 8, 2027 · Departure 11:00 · Overnight stay
September 9, 2027 CRUISING GUADALQUIVIR RIVER
About CRUISING GUADALQUIVIR RIVER
CRUISING GUADALQUIVIR RIVER is a published scenic navigation or transit call rather than a conventional shore visit. The passage forms part of this Northern Europe route, with the surrounding waterway or coastline providing the principal view from aboard Star Explorer. Exact dates and times are retained below; no unlisted stop or activity has been inferred.
Shore planning
No voyage-specific shore experience is published for this scenic navigation or transit call. Deluxe Cruises can help review the final voyage program closer to departure.
Published call times
- September 9, 2027 · Arrival 13:00 · Departure 17:00
September 9-10, 2027 SEVILLE
About SEVILLE
SEVILLE gives this stage of the itinerary its individual destination focus. Next, sail to Seville, Spain, where an overnight stay allows time to explore the grand Seville Cathedral. This context places the destination within the Northern Europe route; exact call times and any experiences published for this sailing are listed below.
Shore experiences currently listed
- Seville, A Day in Seville (Moderate) — Moderate activity
- Seville, Jerez & Cellars (Moderate) — Moderate activity
- Seville, Authentic Tapas & Rivercruise in Seville (Easy-Moderate) — Easy-Moderate activity
- Seville, Flamenco Show in El Arenal with Dinner (Moderate) — Moderate activity
- Seville, Concierge Collection: Half Day Private VAN with Driverguide (Easy) — Easy activity
- Sevilla and Tapas — Easy-Moderate activity
- Seville, Concierge Collection: Full Day Private CAR with Driverguide (Easy) — Easy activity
- Seville, Concierge Collection: Half Day Private CAR with Driverguide (Easy) — Easy activity
- Seville, Concierge Collection: Full Day Private VAN with Driverguide (Easy) — Easy activity
Published call times
- September 9, 2027 · Arrival 18:00 · Departure 23:59 · Overnight stay
- September 10, 2027 · Departure 16:30 · Overnight stay
September 11, 2027 TANGIER
About TANGIER
TANGIER gives this stage of the itinerary its individual destination focus. Cross over to Tangier, Morocco, where the vibrant souks offer a taste of Moroccan charm. This context places the destination within the Northern Europe route; exact call times and any experiences published for this sailing are listed below.
Shore experiences currently listed
- Tangier, Tantalizing Tangier & Tetouan (Moderate) — Moderate activity
- Tangier, Concierge Collection: Cooking Class at the Blue Door (Moderate) — Moderate activity
- Tangier, Tetouan UNESCO World Heritage (Moderate) — Moderate activity
- Tangier, Tangier on Foot (Strenuous) — Strenuous activity
- Tangier: Cap Spartel & Asilah Highlights Tour (Moderate) — Moderate activity
- Tangier, The Blue City of Chaouen (Moderate-Strenuous) — Moderate-Strenuous activity
Published call times
- September 11, 2027 · Arrival 07:00 · Departure 21:00
September 12, 2027 MARBELLA / PURTO BANUS
About MARBELLA / PURTO BANUS
Marbella and Puerto Banús represent two sides of Spain’s Costa del Sol. Marbella’s whitewashed old town centers on flower-filled lanes and Plaza de los Naranjos, while Puerto Banús is known for its marina and waterfront life. Beaches and the Sierra Blanca mountains frame this polished Mediterranean setting.
Shore planning
No voyage-specific shore-experience list is available in the current verified Windstar data for this exact call. Deluxe Cruises can help review the confirmed program closer to departure.
Published call times
- September 12, 2027 · Arrival 08:00 · Departure 16:00
September 13, 2027 CARTAGENA, SPAIN
About CARTAGENA, SPAIN
CARTAGENA, SPAIN gives this stage of the itinerary its individual destination focus. Begin your voyage in Bordeaux, France, visiting picturesque destinations on your way to Barcelona, Spain. Sail on to Bilbao, Spain, and enjoy another overnight. This context places the destination within the Northern Europe route; exact call times and any experiences published for this sailing are listed below.
Shore experiences currently listed
- Cartagena, Journey to Murcia (Moderate) — Moderate activity
- Cartagena, Cartagena by e-Bike — Moderate activity
- Cartagena on Foot & Tapas Tasting (Moderate) — Moderate activity
- Cartagena, Concierge Collection: Half Day Private CAR (Moderate) — Moderate activity
- Cartagena, Concierge Collection: The Spanish Horse (Moderate) — Moderate activity
- Cartagena Highlights and the Roman Theatre (Moderate) — Moderate activity
- Cartagena, Concierge Collection: Half Day Private VAN (Moderate) — Moderate activity
Published call times
- September 13, 2027 · Arrival 12:00 · Departure 18:00
September 14, 2027 VALENCIA
About VALENCIA
VALENCIA gives this stage of the itinerary its individual destination focus. Valencia, with its futuristic City of Arts and Sciences, is the next stop before concluding your journey in Barcelona. This context places the destination within the Northern Europe route; exact call times and any experiences published for this sailing are listed below.
Shore planning
No voyage-specific shore-experience list is available in the current verified Windstar data for this exact call. Deluxe Cruises can help review the confirmed program closer to departure.
Published call times
- September 14, 2027 · Arrival 09:30 · Departure 18:00
September 15, 2027 BARCELONA
About BARCELONA
BARCELONA gives this stage of the itinerary its individual destination focus. Begin your voyage in Bordeaux, France, visiting picturesque destinations on your way to Barcelona, Spain. Valencia, with its futuristic City of Arts and Sciences, is the next stop before concluding your journey in Barcelona.
Shore planning
No voyage-specific shore-experience list is available in the current verified Windstar data for this exact call. Deluxe Cruises can help review the confirmed program closer to departure.
Published call times
- September 15, 2027 · Arrival 07:00 · Disembarkation
Published timetable status: Official Windstar itinerary entries and voyage-specific shore experiences are combined without estimating destinations, call times, experience names, or activity levels. Synthetic midnight continuation placeholders from the source are suppressed.
Please note: Shore-experience names, activity levels, availability, and schedules can change before departure. Confirm the final program with Deluxe Cruises closer to sailing. No excursion prices or cruise-line links are included on this page.
A closer look at this sailing
BORDEAUX to BARCELONA aboard Star Explorer
On August 30-September 15 2027, Star Explorer sails 16 nights from BORDEAUX to BARCELONA. The published route brings together BORDEAUX, CRUISING GARONNE RIVER, SAINT-JEAN-DE-LUZ, BIARRITZ, creating a specific progression of ports for travelers comparing destination variety and voyage pace.
This route includes an official day-by-day schedule and published port times. The source lists 20 route entries, including embarkation, disembarkation, scenic passages, and any sea days exactly as published.
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