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Star Explorer April 10-22 2028 Cruise & Offers

VENICE to CIVITAVECCHIA, ROME

VoyageEX20280410-12D DatesApril 10-22 2028 Duration12 nights ShipStar Explorer

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Star Explorer April 10-22 2028 route map from VENICE to CIVITAVECCHIA, ROME
Star Explorer · Voyage EX20280410-12D · VENICE to CIVITAVECCHIA, ROME · local schematic map based on the published itinerary sequence

April 10-22 2028 · Voyage EX20280410-12D

Ports & shore experiences

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Official voyage overview

Begin in Venice and trace the Adriatic south through Croatia and Montenegro, calling on ports rich in history and coastal scenery. Explore Rovinj’s old town, walk through Split within the walls of Diocletian’s Palace, and spend time in Dubrovnik’s historic center before sailing into Montenegro’s Bay of Kotor for scenic cruising and access to hilltop views. The route then turns west to Sicily, with Messina serving as a gateway to Taormina and its ancient theater, followed by the Amalfi Coast and an overnight in Sorrento that allows time for Pompeii, Capri, or evening dining ashore. From Italy, the journey continues to Corsica, where Bonifacio’s clifftop citadel overlooks the sea, and on to Sardinia’s Golfo Aranci for swimming and coastal scenery.

April 10, 2028 VENICE Italy · Departure 18:00

About VENICE

VENICE gives this stage of the itinerary its individual destination focus. Begin in Venice and trace the Adriatic south through Croatia and Montenegro, calling on ports rich in history and coastal scenery. This context places the destination within the Mediterranean 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

  • April 10, 2028 · Embarkation · Departure 18:00
April 11, 2028 ROVINJ Croatia · Arrival 08:00 · Departure 16:00

About ROVINJ

ROVINJ gives this stage of the itinerary its individual destination focus. Explore Rovinj’s old town, walk through Split within the walls of Diocletian’s Palace, and spend time in Dubrovnik’s historic center before sailing into Montenegro’s Bay of Kotor for scenic cruising and access to hilltop views.

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

  • April 11, 2028 · Arrival 08:00 · Departure 16:00 · Watersports platform scheduled
April 12, 2028 SPLIT Croatia · Arrival 08:00 · Departure 17:00

About SPLIT

SPLIT gives this stage of the itinerary its individual destination focus. Explore Rovinj’s old town, walk through Split within the walls of Diocletian’s Palace, and spend time in Dubrovnik’s historic center before sailing into Montenegro’s Bay of Kotor for scenic cruising and access to hilltop views.

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

  • April 12, 2028 · Arrival 08:00 · Departure 17:00
April 13, 2028 DUBROVNIK Croatia · Arrival 08:00 · Departure 22:00

About DUBROVNIK

DUBROVNIK gives this stage of the itinerary its individual destination focus. Explore Rovinj’s old town, walk through Split within the walls of Diocletian’s Palace, and spend time in Dubrovnik’s historic center before sailing into Montenegro’s Bay of Kotor for scenic cruising and access to hilltop views.

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

  • April 13, 2028 · Arrival 08:00 · Departure 22:00
April 14, 2028 KOTOR Montenegro · Arrival 08:00 · Departure 17:00

About KOTOR

KOTOR gives this stage of the itinerary its individual destination focus. Explore Rovinj’s old town, walk through Split within the walls of Diocletian’s Palace, and spend time in Dubrovnik’s historic center before sailing into Montenegro’s Bay of Kotor for scenic cruising and access to hilltop views.

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

  • April 14, 2028 · Arrival 08:00 · Departure 17:00
April 15, 2028 Sea Days International waters · No separately published port call

Published sea days aboard Star Explorer

The official Windstar timetable names no port call on April 15, 2028. These dates are grouped once as Sea Days; no onboard activity, route detail, or shore program has been inferred.

Shore planning

No shore experience applies to these Sea Days. Windstar's daily onboard program is confirmed aboard and is not estimated on this page.

Published call times

  • April 15, 2028 · No separately published port call
April 16, 2028 GIARDINI NAXOS, TAORMINA Italy · Arrival 08:00 · Departure 15:00

About GIARDINI NAXOS, TAORMINA

GIARDINI NAXOS, TAORMINA gives this stage of the itinerary its individual destination focus. The route then turns west to Sicily, with Messina serving as a gateway to Taormina and its ancient theater, followed by the Amalfi Coast and an overnight in Sorrento that allows time for Pompeii, Capri, or evening dining ashore.

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

  • April 16, 2028 · Arrival 08:00 · Departure 15:00 · Watersports platform scheduled
April 17, 2028 SORRENTO Italy · Arrival 08:00 · Departure 16:00

About SORRENTO

SORRENTO gives this stage of the itinerary its individual destination focus. The route then turns west to Sicily, with Messina serving as a gateway to Taormina and its ancient theater, followed by the Amalfi Coast and an overnight in Sorrento that allows time for Pompeii, Capri, or evening dining ashore.

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

  • April 17, 2028 · Arrival 08:00 · Departure 16:00 · Watersports platform scheduled
April 18 & April 22, 2028 CIVITAVECCHIA, ROME Italy · 2 published calls

About CIVITAVECCHIA, ROME

CIVITAVECCHIA, ROME is a Windstar destination in Italy within the Mediterranean sailing region. Across the current published program, locally focused experience themes include Half Day Private CAR with Driverguide, Half Day Private VAN with Driverguide & Rome Orientation Tour w/ Transfer to Hotel. Together they give this call an individual sense of place before the exact timetable and voyage-specific options for this sailing are reviewed 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

  • April 18, 2028 · Arrival 07:00 · Departure 16:00
  • April 22, 2028 · Arrival 07:00 · Disembarkation
April 19, 2028 PORTOVENERE Italy · Arrival 08:00 · Departure 17:00

About PORTOVENERE

PORTOVENERE is a Windstar destination in Italy within the Mediterranean sailing region. Across the current published program, locally focused experience themes include Walking Tour & Tasting, Cinque Terre by Boat & HALF DAY PRIVATE CAR & GUIDE - CINQUE TERRE. Together they give this call an individual sense of place before the exact timetable and voyage-specific options for this sailing are reviewed 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

  • April 19, 2028 · Arrival 08:00 · Departure 17:00
April 20, 2028 BASTIA France · Arrival 09:00 · Departure 17:00

About BASTIA

BASTIA is a Windstar destination in France within the Mediterranean sailing region. Across the current published program, locally focused experience themes include Half Day Private Car & Guide, Half Day Private Van & Guide & Cap Corse. Together they give this call an individual sense of place before the exact timetable and voyage-specific options for this sailing are reviewed 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

  • April 20, 2028 · Arrival 09:00 · Departure 17:00
April 21, 2028 BONIFACIO France · Arrival 09:00 · Departure 17:00

About BONIFACIO

BONIFACIO gives this stage of the itinerary its individual destination focus. From Italy, the journey continues to Corsica, where Bonifacio’s clifftop citadel overlooks the sea, and on to Sardinia’s Golfo Aranci for swimming and coastal scenery. This context places the destination within the Mediterranean 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

  • April 21, 2028 · Arrival 09:00 · Departure 17:00

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

VENICE to CIVITAVECCHIA, ROME aboard Star Explorer

On April 10-22 2028, Star Explorer sails 12 nights from VENICE to CIVITAVECCHIA, ROME. The published route brings together ROVINJ, SPLIT, DUBROVNIK, KOTOR, 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 12 route entries, including embarkation, disembarkation, scenic passages, and any sea days exactly as published.

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Luxury cruise planning summary

Star Explorer April 10-22 2028: is Voyage EX20280410-12D right for you?

This 12-night voyage aboard Star Explorer sails VENICE to CIVITAVECCHIA, ROME, with calls including ROVINJ, SPLIT, DUBROVNIK, and KOTOR and 1 published sea day. Voyage EX20280410-12D matches the latest verified voyage-search dataset used by this website. Before reserving, ask Deluxe Cruises to compare accommodations, deck location, inclusions, current availability, and any family, medical, dietary, or accessibility arrangements for this exact departure. Star Explorer is described as future; published specifications, facilities, and delivery timing remain planned and subject to change.

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Why book Star Explorer Voyage EX20280410-12D with Deluxe Cruises?

Deluxe Cruises provides personal planning for Voyage EX20280410-12D, including accommodation and deck-location comparisons, current availability and preferred-rate guidance, and help documenting family, medical, dietary, or accessibility requests before departure.

What should travelers compare for Voyage EX20280410-12D?

For the April 10-22 2028 VENICE to CIVITAVECCHIA, ROME, compare the published schedule, accommodation category and location, included services, current availability, and any special requirements before you reserve.

How do I request a personalized luxury cruise quote?

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What is included and not included on Star Explorer Voyage EX20280410-12D?

For the April 10-22, 2028 VENICE to CIVITAVECCHIA, ROME sailing aboard Star Explorer: Cruise-only fares publish accommodation, onboard meals and entertainment, including specialty dining, 24-hour room service, the signature barbecue and welcome champagne. Wi-Fi, selected beer, wine and cocktails and gratuities are included only with an All-Inclusive fare or package or a qualifying promotion, not with every cruise-only booking. Spa, shore excursions and personal services can cost extra. The exact fare and booking confirmation control.

What bed is provided for a child or third guest on Star Explorer Voyage EX20280410-12D?

For the April 10-22, 2028 VENICE to CIVITAVECCHIA, ROME sailing aboard Star Explorer: Selected Star Class suites publish third-guest capacity, but the current verified guide does not name the sleeping surface. Deluxe Cruises will confirm the exact suite number and will not assume a sofa bed, rollaway, Pullman or berth. Deluxe Cruises will confirm the exact room and occupancy before booking.

Are shore excursions included on Star Explorer Voyage EX20280410-12D, and can Deluxe Cruises help with alternatives?

For the April 10-22, 2028 VENICE to CIVITAVECCHIA, ROME sailing aboard Star Explorer: Windstar shore excursions are optional and charged separately unless the exact booking states otherwise. Watersports-platform access and the Open Bridge are conditional onboard features, not shore-excursion inclusions. Each tour and booking term must be checked. If a preferred shore experience is not included, Deluxe Cruises can compare independent alternatives and check whether a lower price or better value is available than booking through the cruise line. Availability and savings vary and are confirmed before purchase.

How does Internet and Wi-Fi work aboard Star Explorer for Voyage EX20280410-12D?

For the April 10-22, 2028 VENICE to CIVITAVECCHIA, ROME sailing aboard Star Explorer: Wi-Fi is included only with an All-Inclusive fare or package or a qualifying promotion, not every cruise-only fare. The published package permits up to two connected devices; coverage, speed and uninterrupted performance are not guaranteed. The exact booking confirmation controls.

What are Star Explorer's verified headline statistics?
224Guests
131Crew
6Guest decks
432 ftLength
9,923 GRTGross tonnage

Future-ship status: future. These published specifications are planned and must be reconfirmed before the ship enters service.

What clothes should I bring for this April itinerary?

Deluxe Cruises packing guidance for this April itinerary

  • Pack versatile layers suited to the route and season, including a light sweater and compact wind- and water-resistant outer layer.
  • Bring comfortable, supportive, non-slip walking shoes for piers, steps, cobbled streets, and longer touring days.
  • Add sun protection, a compact umbrella, and clothing that covers shoulders and knees where local religious or cultural sites require modest dress.

Windstar Cruises dress guidance

  • Windstar has no formal nights. Daytime dress is relaxed resort wear, while dinner in the main evening restaurants calls for casually elegant clothing.
  • Published evening examples include slacks or non-distressed jeans with a collared, button-down or polo shirt, or a blouse, skirt, casual dress or sundress. Reserve shorts, T-shirts, hats and flip-flops for daytime.

Packing suggestions are Deluxe Cruises editorial guidance; the cruise line's final documents and the weather forecast control the last check.

What services and amenities are available aboard Star Explorer?
  • Published fleet experiences include open-seating dining, lounges, 24-hour room service from a limited menu, World Spa by Windstar, pools or whirlpools and an Open Bridge when operational.
  • Dining venues, watersports platforms, pools, spa spaces, entertainment and included services differ between Wind Class sailing yachts, Star Plus all-suite yachts and the newer Star Class yachts.

Venues, hours, inclusions, equipment, and operating conditions can vary by ship and sailing. Deluxe Cruises will reconfirm the details for this departure.

What fitness, sports, or wellness facilities does Star Explorer have?
  • Watersports-platform access, swimming and paddle activities depend on sea state, weather, anchorage, local rules and the captain's approval.

Class schedules, age rules, treatment access, operating hours, and equipment availability are confirmed for the exact ship and voyage.

What accommodation features and services can Star Explorer guests expect?
  • Wind Class sailing yachts publish ocean-view staterooms and suites without a fleetwide private-veranda promise. Star Plus yachts are all-suite, while Star Seeker and Star Explorer publish suites with private verandas or infinity windows among their categories.
  • Room size, window or veranda, bed arrangement, bath, accessibility and amenities differ by yacht, category and room number; use the exact deck plan before reserving.

Review the exact room or suite number, category, deck position, layout, and benefits for Voyage EX20280410-12D before reserving.

Can children and babies sail aboard Star Explorer?
  • Windstar cannot accommodate children under eight years old. A guest under 21 must be accompanied in the room by a parent, guardian or chaperone who is at least 21.
  • Windstar does not publish a fleetwide supervised children's program or babysitting service. Shore operators can impose separate age and participation limits, and minors require direct adult supervision.
  • A guest may not board if she will have entered the 24th week of pregnancy when travel with Windstar begins. Notify Windstar early and confirm current documentation requirements.

For Voyage EX20280410-12D: do not assume a supervised program, babysitting, crib, or child-specific service unless it is confirmed for this sailing.

How does Star Explorer handle special needs, medical arrangements, and accessibility?
  • Notify Windstar at booking and complete its Guest Accommodation Request Form. Current guidance requests advance notice for interpreters, equipment, oxygen, dialysis supplies and other services, with timing depending on the request.
  • Guests normally bring an approved wheelchair or scooter; size, weight and storage can prevent acceptance, and crew cannot lift guests or heavy devices. Standard rooms are not barrier-free.
  • Modified suites are published on Star Pride, Star Breeze and Star Legend, but features are limited. Gangways, tenders, stairs, ports and shore transport can restrict access, and personal daily care is not provided.
  • Windstar states that its yachts do not have full medical services. Serious emergencies are referred ashore, and evacuation at sea or from a tender or remote port may be delayed or infeasible.
  • Carry a medical summary and adequate medication, and arrange oxygen, dialysis supplies, sharps or refrigerated medication in advance through the accessibility process. Not every request can be accommodated.

Important: access varies by accommodation, gangway, pier, tender, shore transport, and operating conditions. Document needs when requesting the booking and reconfirm them before travel.

What is the smoking policy aboard Star Explorer?
  • Smoking and vaping are prohibited in every stateroom, suite and indoor public space, including restaurants and corridors. They are permitted only in designated outside-deck smoking areas.

Designated locations and onboard rules can change. Follow the policy, posted signs, and crew instructions in force for the voyage.

How can I find the best cruise airfare for Star Explorer Voyage EX20280410-12D?

For flights to VENICE before this Star Explorer cruise and home from CIVITAVECCHIA, ROME after Voyage EX20280410-12D, compare schedules, fare rules, baggage allowances, connection times, and change options—not airfare alone. Visit the Deluxe Cruises Cruise Airfare page to explore flight options designed around your cruise and potential ways to save money. Airfares and savings vary, and Deluxe Cruises will help confirm suitable travel dates and connection time before booking.

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You can also search the Deluxe Cruises Cruise-Line Travel Insurance Directory for cruise-line-specific plan companies, insurer or administrator contacts, available policy-document links, and published pre-existing-condition purchase guidance. Plan terms and availability can change; the policy or certificate issued for your state controls.

How do I create a MyWindstar account and connect Star Explorer Voyage EX20280410-12D after booking with Deluxe Cruises?

Before you begin: After Deluxe Cruises confirms Star Explorer Voyage EX20280410-12D, use the email address associated with the Windstar reservation and Windstar's cruise-line confirmation details. Do not substitute a Deluxe Cruises invoice, receipt, or payment reference for a Windstar credential.

  1. Step 1 — Open Booked Guests: Choose Booked Guests or My Windstar from Windstar Cruises' official website.
  2. Step 2 — Create or open the account: Sign in with the registered email and password, or choose the account-creation option and use the email associated with the reservation. Existing Yacht Club members can follow Windstar's published profile instructions for their membership number and initial PIN.
  3. Step 3 — Use password recovery when needed: If the email already belongs to an account, use Forgot Password and follow Windstar's reset instructions instead of creating a duplicate.
  4. Step 4 — Find the voyage: Look for Star Explorer Voyage EX20280410-12D after sign-in and complete any matching or guest-information prompts Windstar displays. A current public manual booking-link field sequence has not been verified.
  5. Step 5 — Review available planning: Use My Windstar for the itinerary and released booked-guest services, including applicable shore excursions, transfers, hotels, add-ons, and other planning information.

If Star Explorer Voyage EX20280410-12D does not appear, verify that the My Windstar email matches the reservation, then contact Deluxe Cruises so your advisor can confirm the booking details with Windstar.

Portal functions and advance options vary by voyage and booking stage. Deluxe Cruises remains your travel advisor for reservation changes and assistance. Keep your My Windstar password private.

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