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Star Legend October 3-19 2026 Cruise & Offers

PIRAEUS, ATHENS to ISTANBUL

VoyageLE20261003-16D DatesOctober 3-19 2026 Duration16 nights ShipStar Legend

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Star Legend October 3-19 2026 route map from PIRAEUS, ATHENS to ISTANBUL
Star Legend · Voyage LE20261003-16D · PIRAEUS, ATHENS to ISTANBUL · local schematic map based on the published itinerary sequence

October 3-19 2026 ยท Voyage LE20261003-16D

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.

14 destination panels · 63 verified voyage-specific shore experiences · 3 panels with planning notices

Official voyage overview

Embark through Greece and Turkey, exploring less visited ports and experiencing the beauty of the Greek Isles. Sail to Kusadasi, home of the ancient Greek city of Ephesus. Continue through the Aegean Sea to Kavala, known for beaches, local cuisine, and historic sites. In Thessaloniki, explore the city’s landmarks or visit the Museum of the Royal Tombs, a UNESCO site. In Volos, take an excursion to the Meteora Byzantine Monasteries. On Skopelos, see filming sites from "Mamma Mia!" before heading to the Corinth Canal and Delphi. Visit Santorini's Oia for its iconic, white-washed buildings with blue domes. In Bodrum, explore the Castle, the ancient Mausoleum of Halicarnassus, and the Museum of Underwater Archaeology. Conclude your journey at the Greek islands of Mykonos and Lemnos, then end in Istanbul with tours of the Blue Mosque, Grand Bazaar, or a guided food tour through the markets.

October 3 & October 11, 2026 PIRAEUS, ATHENS Greece · 2 published calls · 4 listed experiences

About PIRAEUS, ATHENS

PIRAEUS, ATHENS is a Windstar destination in Greece within the Greek Isles sailing region. Across the current published program, locally focused experience themes include Acropolis Museum & Scenic Tour Transfer to WSC Hotel, Acroplois Museum & Scenic Tour Transfer to Airport & Half Day Private CAR. 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

  • Athens, Concierge Collection: Half Day Private VAN (Easy) — Easy activity
  • Athens, Acroplois Museum & Scenic Tour Transfer to Airport — Strenuous activity
  • Athens, Acropolis Museum & Scenic Tour Transfer to WSC Hotel — Strenuous activity
  • Athens, Concierge Collection: Half Day Private CAR (Easy) — Easy activity

Published call times

  • October 3, 2026 · Embarkation · Departure 17:00
  • October 11, 2026 · Arrival 07:00 · Departure 17:00
October 4 & October 16, 2026 KUSADASI Turkey · 2 published calls · 10 listed experiences

About KUSADASI

KUSADASI gives this stage of the itinerary its individual destination focus. Sail to Kusadasi, home of the ancient Greek city of Ephesus. This context places the destination within the Greek Isles route; exact call times and any experiences published for this sailing are listed below.

Shore experiences currently listed

  • Kusadasi, Archaeological Ephesus & Museum (Moderate) — Moderate activity
  • Kusadasi, Windstar Destination Discovery Event — Easy activity
  • Kusadasi, Concierge Collection: Half Day Private Car + Guide — Easy activity
  • Kusadasi, Concierge Collection: Ephesus & Private Lunch at Sirince Village (Moderate-Strenuous) — Moderate-Strenuous activity
  • Kusadasi, Concierge Collection: Half Day Private VAN + Guide (Easy) — Easy activity
  • Kusadasi, Concierge Collection: Full Day Private VAN + Guide (Easy) — Easy activity
  • Kusadasi, Concierge Collection: Full Day Private Car + Guide — Easy activity
  • Kusadasi, Ephesus and Virgin Mary's House (Moderate) — Moderate activity
  • Kusadasi, Windstar Destination Discovery Event
  • Kusadasi, Ephesus & Ancient Houses (Moderate-Strenuous) — Moderate-Strenuous activity

Published call times

  • October 4, 2026 · Arrival 10:00 · Departure 23:59
  • October 16, 2026 · Arrival 09:00 · Departure 23:59
October 5 & October 13, 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 October 5 & October 13, 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

  • October 5, 2026 · No separately published port call
  • October 13, 2026 · No separately published port call
October 6, 2026 KAVALA Greece · Arrival 08:00 · Departure 21:30 · 3 listed experiences

About KAVALA

KAVALA gives this stage of the itinerary its individual destination focus. Continue through the Aegean Sea to Kavala, known for beaches, local cuisine, and historic sites. This context places the destination within the Greek Isles route; exact call times and any experiences published for this sailing are listed below.

Shore experiences currently listed

  • Kavala, Discover Drama & Oenogenesis Winery — Easy activity
  • Kavala, Traces of Time: Kavala's Hills &the City of Philippi — Moderate activity
  • Kavala, Historic Xanthi: Echoes of the — Moderate activity

Published call times

  • October 6, 2026 · Arrival 08:00 · Departure 21:30
October 7-8, 2026 THESSALONIKI Greece · 2-day overnight call · 5 listed experiences

About THESSALONIKI

THESSALONIKI gives this stage of the itinerary its individual destination focus. In Thessaloniki, explore the city’s landmarks or visit the Museum of the Royal Tombs, a UNESCO site. This context places the destination within the Greek Isles route; exact call times and any experiences published for this sailing are listed below.

Shore experiences currently listed

  • Thessaloniki, Wine, Art & Heritage at Gerovassiliou Estate — Easy activity
  • Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki Bites: Discover Local Flavors — Moderate activity
  • Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki: City of History & Culture — Easy-Moderate activity
  • Thessaloniki, Healing Waters & Scenic Views: Pozar Thermal Baths & Edessa — Easy activity
  • Thessaloniki, The Legacy of Alexander: Ancient Sites and Stories — Moderate activity

Published call times

  • October 7, 2026 · Arrival 12:00 · Departure 23:59 · Overnight stay
  • October 8, 2026 · Departure 18:00 · Overnight stay
October 9, 2026 VOLOS Greece · Arrival 09:00 · Departure 21:00 · 3 listed experiences

About VOLOS

VOLOS gives this stage of the itinerary its individual destination focus. In Volos, take an excursion to the Meteora Byzantine Monasteries. This context places the destination within the Greek Isles route; exact call times and any experiences published for this sailing are listed below.

Shore experiences currently listed

  • Volos, Between Earth & Sky: Sacred Meteora — Moderate activity
  • Volos, Echoes of the Past: The Archaeology of Volos — Easy-Moderate activity
  • Volos, Secrets of the Greek Table: Volos Edition — Easy-Moderate activity

Published call times

  • October 9, 2026 · Arrival 09:00 · Departure 21:00
October 10, 2026 SKOPELOS Greece · Arrival 08:00 · Departure 16:00 · 2 listed experiences

About SKOPELOS

SKOPELOS gives this stage of the itinerary its individual destination focus. On Skopelos, see filming sites from "Mamma Mia!" before heading to the Corinth Canal and Delphi. This context places the destination within the Greek Isles route; exact call times and any experiences published for this sailing are listed below.

Shore experiences currently listed

  • Skopelos, Mamma Mia Tour: Film, Faith & Aegean Views — Moderate activity
  • Skopelos, Skopelos Hiking Experience: Trails, Views & Traditions — Moderate activity

Published call times

  • October 10, 2026 · Arrival 08:00 · Departure 16:00
October 12, 2026 CRUISING THE CORINTH CANAL Greece · Arrival 08:00 · Departure 10:00

About CRUISING THE CORINTH CANAL

CRUISING THE CORINTH CANAL gives this stage of the itinerary its individual destination focus. On Skopelos, see filming sites from "Mamma Mia!" before heading to the Corinth Canal and Delphi. This context places the destination within the Greek Isles route; exact call times and any experiences published for this sailing are listed below.

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

  • October 12, 2026 · Arrival 08:00 · Departure 10:00
October 12, 2026 ITEA, DELPHI Greece · Arrival 15:00 · Departure 21:00 · 4 listed experiences

About ITEA, DELPHI

ITEA, DELPHI gives this stage of the itinerary its individual destination focus. On Skopelos, see filming sites from "Mamma Mia!" before heading to the Corinth Canal and Delphi. This context places the destination within the Greek Isles route; exact call times and any experiences published for this sailing are listed below.

Shore experiences currently listed

  • Itea, Mythology of Delphi — Strenuous activity
  • Itea, Concierge Collection: Half Day Private Car & Guide (Easy) — Easy activity
  • Itea, A Bee's Life: Small Wings a Big Impact — Moderate activity
  • Itea, Concierge Collection: Half Day Private Van & Guide (Easy) — Easy activity

Published call times

  • October 12, 2026 · Arrival 15:00 · Departure 21:00
October 14, 2026 SANTORINI Greece · Arrival 08:00 · Departure 21:00 · 8 listed experiences

About SANTORINI

SANTORINI gives this stage of the itinerary its individual destination focus. Visit Santorini's Oia for its iconic, white-washed buildings with blue domes. This context places the destination within the Greek Isles route; exact call times and any experiences published for this sailing are listed below.

Shore experiences currently listed

  • Santorini, Concierge Collection: Sailing the Caldera (Moderate) — Moderate activity
  • Santorini, The Ancient City of Akrotiri & Oia (Moderate) — Moderate activity
  • Santorini, Wineries of Santorini & Oia Village (Moderate-Strenuous) — Moderate-Strenuous activity
  • Santorini, Concierge Collection: Half Day Private VAN + Guide (Easy) — Easy activity
  • Santorini, Concierge Collection: Full Day Private VAN + Guide (Easy) — Easy activity
  • Santorini, Concierge Collection: Half Day Private CAR + Guide (Easy) — Easy activity
  • Santorini, Scenic Drive to Oia & Free Time (Moderate-Strenuous) — Easy-Moderate activity
  • Santorini, Concierge Collection: Full Day Private CAR + Guide (Easy) — Easy activity

Published call times

  • October 14, 2026 · Arrival 08:00 · Departure 21:00
October 15, 2026 BODRUM Turkey · Arrival 08:00 · Departure 22:00 · 11 listed experiences

About BODRUM

BODRUM gives this stage of the itinerary its individual destination focus. In Bodrum, explore the Castle, the ancient Mausoleum of Halicarnassus, and the Museum of Underwater Archaeology. This context places the destination within the Greek Isles route; exact call times and any experiences published for this sailing are listed below.

Shore experiences currently listed

  • Bodrum, Castle & Gulet Cruise (Moderate-Strenuous) — Moderate-Strenuous activity
  • Bodrum, Castle & Mausoleum (Moderate-Strenuous) — Moderate-Strenuous activity
  • Bodrum, Concierge Collection, Half Day Private Car & Guide — Easy-Moderate activity
  • Bodrum, Concierge Collection: Private Gulet Cruise (Easy- Moderate) — Easy-Moderate activity
  • Bodrum, Concierge Collection: Exclusive Bodrum Culinary Experience (Easy-Moderate) — Easy-Moderate activity
  • Bodrum, Concierge Collection, Full Day Private Car & Guide — Easy-Moderate activity
  • Bodrum, Concierge Collection: A day at the Beach Kempinski Barbaros Bay Hotel (Easy) — Easy activity
  • Bodrum, Concierge Collection, Half Day Private Van & Guide — Easy-Moderate activity
  • Bodrum, Concierge Collection, Full Day Private Van & Guide — Easy-Moderate activity
  • Bodrum, Certified One Tank Dive in Bodrum's Wonderful Reefs (Moderate) — Moderate activity
  • Bodrum, Certified Two Tank Dive in Bodrum's Wonderful Reefs (Moderate) — Moderate activity

Published call times

  • October 15, 2026 · Arrival 08:00 · Departure 22:00
October 17, 2026 MYKONOS Greece · Arrival 08:00 · Departure 17:00 · 8 listed experiences

About MYKONOS

MYKONOS gives this stage of the itinerary its individual destination focus. Conclude your journey at the Greek islands of Mykonos and Lemnos, then end in Istanbul with tours of the Blue Mosque, Grand Bazaar, or a guided food tour through the markets.

Shore experiences currently listed

  • Mykonos, Half Day Private Van and Guide — Easy-Moderate activity
  • Mykonos, Concierge Collection: Five Senses of Mykonos (Moderate) — Moderate activity
  • Mykonos, Full Day Private Car and Guide — Easy-Moderate activity
  • Mykonos, Full Day Private Van and Guide — Easy-Moderate activity
  • Mykonos, Delos Discovery (Strenuous) — Strenuous activity
  • Mykonos, Half Day Private Car and Guide — Easy-Moderate activity
  • Mykonos: Mykonos Cooking Class (Easy-Moderate) — Easy-Moderate activity
  • Mykonos, Beyond Ordinary: Delos and Rhenia Island with Private Rib Boat (Easy)*This shore excursion — Easy activity

Published call times

  • October 17, 2026 · Arrival 08:00 · Departure 17:00
October 18, 2026 MYRINA / LEMNOS Greece · Arrival 07:00 · Departure 12:00 · 5 listed experiences

About MYRINA / LEMNOS

MYRINA / LEMNOS gives this stage of the itinerary its individual destination focus. Conclude your journey at the Greek islands of Mykonos and Lemnos, then end in Istanbul with tours of the Blue Mosque, Grand Bazaar, or a guided food tour through the markets.

Shore experiences currently listed

  • Myrina, Concierge Collection: Discover Lemnos by 4x4 (Moderate) — Moderate activity
  • Limnos, Poliochni and Winery — Moderate activity
  • Limnos, Landscapes of Limnos — Moderate-Strenuous activity
  • Myrina, Highlights of Lemnos (Easy-Moderate) — Easy-Moderate activity
  • Limnos, Secrets of Limnos — Strenuous activity

Published call times

  • October 18, 2026 · Arrival 07:00 · Departure 12:00
October 19, 2026 ISTANBUL Turkey · Arrival 07:00

About ISTANBUL

ISTANBUL gives this stage of the itinerary its individual destination focus. Conclude your journey at the Greek islands of Mykonos and Lemnos, then end in Istanbul with tours of the Blue Mosque, Grand Bazaar, or a guided food tour through the markets.

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

  • October 19, 2026 · 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

PIRAEUS, ATHENS to ISTANBUL aboard Star Legend

On October 3-19 2026, Star Legend sails 16 nights from PIRAEUS, ATHENS to ISTANBUL. The published route brings together KUSADASI, KAVALA, THESSALONIKI, 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 16 route entries, including embarkation, disembarkation, scenic passages, and any sea days exactly as published.

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Luxury cruise planning summary

Star Legend October 3-19 2026: is Voyage LE20261003-16D right for you?

This 16-night voyage aboard Star Legend sails PIRAEUS, ATHENS to ISTANBUL, with calls including KUSADASI, Sea Days, KAVALA, and THESSALONIKI and 1 published sea day. Voyage LE20261003-16D 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 are Star Legend's verified headline statistics?
312Guests
200Crew
6Guest decks
522 ftLength
12,995 GRTGross tonnage
What clothes should I bring for this October itinerary?

Deluxe Cruises packing guidance for this October 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 LE20261003-16D 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 LE20261003-16D: 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.