Windstar Cruises luxury itinerary

Star Legend December 20-28 2026 Cruise & Offers

FUERTE AMADOR, PANAMA CITY to PUERTO CALDERA, SAN JOSE'

VoyageLE20261220-8D DatesDecember 20-28 2026 Duration8 nights ShipStar Legend

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Star Legend December 20-28 2026 route map from FUERTE AMADOR, PANAMA CITY to PUERTO CALDERA, SAN JOSE'
Star Legend · Voyage LE20261220-8D · FUERTE AMADOR, PANAMA CITY to PUERTO CALDERA, SAN JOSE' · local schematic map based on the published itinerary sequence

December 20-28 2026 ยท Voyage LE20261220-8D

Ports & shore experiences

Each destination is shown once. Select a destination to reveal every published call date and time, its voyage-specific overview, and exact shore experiences currently listed for this departure.

9 destination panels · 30 verified voyage-specific shore experiences · 2 panels with planning notices

Official voyage overview

Lush, full of life, kissed by the sun and blessed with a breathtaking shoreline, the “rich coast” is just what it claims to be. History, flora and fauna are highlighted by local Naturalists. Enjoy breathtaking views in Playas del Coco before visiting Quepos for rainforest adventures and searching for redbacked squirrel monkeys in Manuel Antonio National Park. Relax on one of Corinto’s white-sand beaches and swim in the inviting clear blue water. This itinerary features wet landings via Zodiac to get you closer to remote, untouched shores, where you’ll step directly into shallow water upon arrival.

December 20, 2026 FUERTE AMADOR, PANAMA CITY Panama · Departure 18:00 · 6 listed experiences

About FUERTE AMADOR, PANAMA CITY

Fuerte Amador occupies the Pacific entrance to the Panama Canal and connects with Panama City by the Amador Causeway. From here, travelers can reach the capital’s modern skyline, Casco Viejo’s colonial streets, Miraflores Locks, and rainforest habitats around the canal. An overnight stay allows broader exploration after dark.

Shore experiences currently listed

  • Balboa, Authentic Emberá Village (Moderate) — Moderate activity
  • Balboa, Monkey Watch (Moderate) — Moderate activity
  • Balboa, Gamboa Aerial Tram (Moderate) — Moderate activity
  • Balboa, Concierge Collection: Half Day Private Car & Guide (Easy) — Easy activity
  • Balboa, Panama City & Miraflores Locks with IMAX — Moderate-Strenuous activity
  • Balboa, Panama Canal: The Past & Future with IMAX (Easy-Moderate) — Easy-Moderate activity

Published call times

  • December 20, 2026 · Embarkation · Departure 18:00
December 21, 2026 Sea Days International waters · No separately published port call

Published sea days aboard Star Legend

The official Windstar timetable names no port call on December 21, 2026. 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

  • December 21, 2026 · No separately published port call
December 22, 2026 ISLA PARIDA Panama · Arrival 07:00 · Departure 18:00 · 4 listed experiences

About ISLA PARIDA

Isla Parida lies within Panama’s Gulf of Chiriquí National Marine Park, an island landscape of forested shores, quiet beaches, and warm Pacific waters. The protected archipelago supports snorkeling, nature walks, dolphin watching, and small-boat exploration. Zodiac access preserves the remote character of this tropical destination.

Shore experiences currently listed

  • Isla Parida, Archipelago Cruising for Dolphins & Monkeys (Easy-Moderate) — Easy activity
  • Isla Parida, Isla Parida Nature Walk — Moderate-Strenuous activity
  • Isla Parida, Island Hopping with Snorkel (Moderate) — Moderate activity
  • Isla Parida, Concierge Collection: Chiriqui Gulf Fishing Tour (Moderate) — Moderate activity

Published call times

  • December 22, 2026 · Arrival 07:00 · Departure 18:00
December 23, 2026 PUERTO JIMENEZ, GOLFO DULCE Costa Rica · Arrival 08:30 · Departure 17:00 · 5 listed experiences

About PUERTO JIMENEZ, GOLFO DULCE

Puerto Jiménez sits on Costa Rica’s Osa Peninsula beside the sheltered waters of Golfo Dulce. It is a gateway to rainforest ecosystems associated with Corcovado National Park, where wildlife, mangroves, rivers, and tropical forest shape the landscape. Kayaking, nature walks, and marine encounters suit this environmentally focused call.

Shore experiences currently listed

  • Golfo Dulce: Day Pass to Botanika Rainforest Resort (Easy) — Moderate activity
  • Golfo Dulce, Concierge Collection, Sloth Walking Trails (Easy-Moderate) — Easy-Moderate activity
  • Golfo Dulce, ECO FARM & COCOA EXPERIENCE — Moderate activity
  • Golfo Dulce: Dolphin Watch & Enchanted Beach (Easy) — Easy activity
  • Golfo Dulce: Oceans & Canal Kayaking (Strenuous) — Strenuous activity

Published call times

  • December 23, 2026 · Arrival 08:30 · Departure 17:00 · Watersports platform scheduled
December 24, 2026 QUEPOS, MANUEL ANTONIO NATL PK Costa Rica · Arrival 06:00 · Departure 18:00 · 6 listed experiences

About QUEPOS, MANUEL ANTONIO NATL PK

Quepos is the coastal gateway to Manuel Antonio National Park, where rainforest trails meet Pacific beaches. The surrounding region is known for monkeys, sloths, tropical birds, mangroves, waterfalls, and rural mountain scenery. This compact port supports nature walks, boat trips, culinary experiences, and active rainforest adventures.

Shore experiences currently listed

  • Quepos: Mangrove Wildlife & Boat Cruise (Easy) — Easy activity
  • Quepos: Rainforest Horseback, Cascades & BBQ (Moderate-Strenuous) — Moderate-Strenuous activity
  • Quepos: Traditional Culinary Experience (Easy) — Easy activity
  • Quepos, Concierge Collection: Santa Juana Rural Mountain Adventure (Strenuous) — Strenuous activity
  • Quepos: Concierge Collection: Rainforest Extravaganza (Easy-Moderate) — Easy-Moderate activity
  • Quepos, Beyond-Ordinary: Manuel Antonio National Park Nature Walk (Moderate-Strenuous) — Moderate-Strenuous activity

Published call times

  • December 24, 2026 · Arrival 06:00 · Departure 18:00 · Watersports platform scheduled
December 25, 2026 PUNTA LEONA Costa Rica · Arrival 07:00 · Departure 21:00 · 2 listed experiences

About PUNTA LEONA

Punta Leona is a Pacific-coast retreat surrounded by Costa Rica’s tropical forest. Its setting near Playa Mantas and the Tárcoles River brings together beaches, rainforest canopy, birdlife, and crocodile habitat. The wet landing suits a day centered on nature, coastal scenery, and active exploration rather than an urban port visit.

Shore experiences currently listed

  • Punta Leona, 4WD From Rivers to the Oceans (Easy) — Moderate-Strenuous activity
  • Punta Leona, Los Suenos Canopy Tour (Strenuous) — Strenuous activity

Published call times

  • December 25, 2026 · Arrival 07:00 · Departure 21:00
December 26, 2026 CURU Costa Rica · Arrival 07:00 · Departure 18:00 · 1 listed experience

About CURU

CURU is a Windstar destination in Costa Rica within the Latin America sailing region. Across the current published program, locally focused experience themes include Wildlife Refuge with Naturalist Guide. 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 experiences currently listed

  • Curu, Wildlife Refuge with Naturalist Guide (Moderate-Strenuous) — Moderate activity

Published call times

  • December 26, 2026 · Arrival 07:00 · Departure 18:00
December 27, 2026 PLAYA FLAMINGO Costa Rica · Arrival 07:00 · Departure 17:00 · 6 listed experiences

About PLAYA FLAMINGO

PLAYA FLAMINGO is a Windstar destination in Costa Rica within the Latin America sailing region. Across the current published program, locally focused experience themes include Ziplining Canopy Tour, Rainforest Hot Springs Resort & Lunch & Catamaran Adventure & Snorkel. 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 experiences currently listed

  • Playa Flamingo, River Cruise, Sabanero Traditions and Lunch (Moderate) — Moderate activity
  • Playa Flamingo, Ziplining Canopy Tour (Strenuous) — Strenuous activity
  • Playa Flamingo, Rainforest Hot Springs Resort & Lunch — Moderate-Strenuous activity
  • Playa Flamingo, Volcanic Mudpots & Waterfall Walk in Rincon de la Vieja — Moderate-Strenuous activity
  • Playa Flamingo, Costa Rican Cowboy Experience (Strenuous) — Strenuous activity
  • Playa Flamingo, Catamaran Adventure & Snorkel (Moderate) — Moderate activity

Published call times

  • December 27, 2026 · Arrival 07:00 · Departure 17:00 · Watersports platform scheduled
December 28, 2026 PUERTO CALDERA, SAN JOSE' Costa Rica · Arrival 06:00

About PUERTO CALDERA, SAN JOSE'

Puerto Caldera lies on Costa Rica’s Gulf of Nicoya and serves as a maritime gateway to Puntarenas, San José, and the central Pacific region. Nearby landscapes include Carara National Park, the Tárcoles River, beaches, and forest habitat associated with scarlet macaws. It connects the coast with inland Costa Rica.

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

  • December 28, 2026 · Arrival 06:00 · 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

FUERTE AMADOR, PANAMA CITY to PUERTO CALDERA, SAN JOSE' aboard Star Legend

On December 20-28 2026, Star Legend sails 8 nights from FUERTE AMADOR, PANAMA CITY to PUERTO CALDERA, SAN JOSE'. The published route brings together ISLA PARIDA, PUERTO JIMENEZ, GOLFO DULCE, QUEPOS, MANUEL ANTONIO NATL PK, PUNTA LEONA, 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 8 route entries, including embarkation, disembarkation, scenic passages, and any sea days exactly as published.

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Luxury cruise planning summary

Star Legend December 20-28 2026: is Voyage LE20261220-8D right for you?

This 8-night voyage aboard Star Legend sails FUERTE AMADOR, PANAMA CITY to PUERTO CALDERA, SAN JOSE', with calls including Sea Days, ISLA PARIDA, PUERTO JIMENEZ, and QUEPOS and 1 published sea day. Voyage LE20261220-8D 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.

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What should travelers compare for Voyage LE20261220-8D?

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What is included and not included on Star Legend Voyage LE20261220-8D?

For the December 20-28, 2026 FUERTE AMADOR, PANAMA CITY to PUERTO CALDERA, SAN JOSE' sailing aboard Star Legend: 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 Legend Voyage LE20261220-8D?

For the December 20-28, 2026 FUERTE AMADOR, PANAMA CITY to PUERTO CALDERA, SAN JOSE' sailing aboard Star Legend: Selected Star Plus 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 Legend Voyage LE20261220-8D, and can Deluxe Cruises help with alternatives?

For the December 20-28, 2026 FUERTE AMADOR, PANAMA CITY to PUERTO CALDERA, SAN JOSE' sailing aboard Star Legend: 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 Legend for Voyage LE20261220-8D?

For the December 20-28, 2026 FUERTE AMADOR, PANAMA CITY to PUERTO CALDERA, SAN JOSE' sailing aboard Star Legend: 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 Legend's verified headline statistics?
312Guests
200Crew
6Guest decks
522 ftLength
12,995 GRTGross tonnage
What clothes should I bring for this December itinerary?

Deluxe Cruises packing guidance for this December 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 Legend?
  • 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 Legend 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 Legend 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 LE20261220-8D before reserving.

Can children and babies sail aboard Star Legend?
  • 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 LE20261220-8D: do not assume a supervised program, babysitting, crib, or child-specific service unless it is confirmed for this sailing.

How does Star Legend 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 Legend?
  • 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.

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