Star Collector: Palates & Palettes of Northern Spain and France
 
Lisbon to Rouen
Tue May 26, 2026 - Wed Jun 10, 2026,
 15 days
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The best on land brought to you by the best at sea. Get to the heart of local cultures with Windstar shore excursions. You don't want to just dip a toe in local culture, you want to dive into the deep end, and that's exactly what Windstar shore excursions are designed to do. All of our excursion are created to provide authentic local experience - the kind travelers like you are looking for. And with more than 2,500 excursions to choose from, you can experience your destination in whatever way is most meaningful to you. Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast, a foodie, a history buff, or someone who loves to get to know the faces behind the many places we travel.

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Port
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Watersports
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Excursions
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Tue May 26
Lisbon
Arrive:
Depart:5:00 PM
Watersports Platform: 
The rhythm of Lisbon invites you to join its captivating dance. This splendid capital city on the banks of the Rio Teja offers a warm welcome and an unparalleled blend of architectural styles. Elegant outdoor cafés line the cobbled sidewalks. Turn-of-the-century funiculars climb the scenic hills. Find the UNESCO sites of the Tower of Belem and the Monastery of the Hieronymites. And, everywhere, the city engages you with its easy style and remarkable charm.
Wed May 27
Leixoes (Porto), Portugal
Arrive:10:00 AM
Depart:10:00 PM
Watersports Platform: 
Built into the granite cliffs at the mouth of the Rio Douro, the hilly city of Porto presents a heady juxtaposition of eras and styles. Here, medieval alleyways, orderly neighborhood squares, and ornate Baroque churches readily intermingle. Porto’s historic heart is a UNESCO site of winding lanes, zigzagging staircases and tiled churches. The highlight, though, is a taste of port wine at its best – a happy accident dating from the 17th century when brandy was discovered to preserve wine for transit. After your choice of palate-pleasing shore excursions, return for an onboard fado folk music performance.
Thu May 28
Vigo
Arrive:7:00 AM
Depart:4:00 PM
Watersports Platform: 
3 Available
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See the twisting streets, old mansions, and beautiful plazas of the old district, parts of which have survived since medieval times. Dine on fresh seafood found all over Vigo but especially in the famous El Berbes Quarter. Or head further afield to Santiago de Compostela, where a magnificent cathedral has greeted pilgrims since the 9th century.
3 Shore Excursions Available
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Vigo, The Border Country Sightseeing | Walking | Essentials Collection
Duration4 Hours
Activity LevelModerate
$119
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Vigo, Combarro & Galician Mussel Farming Refreshments | Wine | Sightseeing | Boating | Essentials Collection
Duration4.5 Hours
Activity LevelModerate
$145
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Vigo, Wine Appreciation Sightseeing | Refreshments | Wine | Essentials Collection
Duration4.5 Hours
Activity LevelModerate
$135
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Fri May 29
Gijon
Arrive:2:00 PM
Depart:10:00 PM
Watersports Platform: 
6 Available
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Gijon started out as a quiet fishing village some 3,000 years ago and there are many remnants of its passage through time. Explore the colorful houses and shops of Cimadevilla, the old quarter. There are ancient Roman baths at Termas Romanas. Rent a bike and ride the 13 miles of bike lanes past the many outstanding outdoor sculptures. Before you leave, try a glass of the local apple cider, or sidra.
6 Shore Excursions Available
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Gijon, Concierge Collection: Half Day Private Car & GuideConcierge Collection | Sightseeing
Duration4 Hours
Activity LevelEasy
$739
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Gijon, Concierge Collection: Half Day Private Van & GuideConcierge Collection | Sightseeing
Duration4 Hours
Activity LevelEasy
$839
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Gijon, Asturian Cider Tour Dining | Wine | Culture | Essentials Collection
Duration4 Hours
Activity LevelModerate-Strenuous
$149
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Gijon, Oviedo and Cathedral Sightseeing | Essentials Collection
Duration4 Hours
Activity LevelStrenuous
$115
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Gijon, City Tour & Cider Mill Sightseeing | Refreshments | Walking | Essentials Collection
Duration4 Hours
Activity LevelModerate-Strenuous
$119
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Gijon, Fishing Villages Of The Western Asturian Coast Sightseeing | Walking | Essentials Collection
Duration4.5 Hours
Activity LevelStrenuous
$125
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Sat May 30
Bilbao
Arrive:10:00 AM
Depart:
Watersports Platform: 
9 Available
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The industrial port of Bilbao is surrounded by lovely green mountains, fertile landscapes with lush forests, steep coasts and the Bay of Biscay. Famed for the curvy, titanium-covered Frank Gehry-designed Guggenheim Museum, other sites of Bilbao include the Euskalduna Conference and Music Centre, Norman Foster’s Underground, towers designed by architects Arata Isozaki and Cesar Pelli, and an airport designed by Calatrava.
9 Shore Excursions Available
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Bilbao, Concierge Collection: Half Day Private Car & Guide Sightseeing | Concierge Collection
Duration4 Hours
Activity LevelEasy
$839
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Bilbao, Concierge Collection: Half Day Private Van & Guide Sightseeing | Concierge Collection
Duration4 Hours
Activity LevelEasy
$949
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Bilbao, Concierge Collection: Full Day Private Car & GuideConcierge Collection | Sightseeing
Duration8 Hours
Activity LevelEasy
$1,259
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Bilbao, Concierge Collection: Full Day Private Van & GuideConcierge Collection | Sightseeing
Duration8 Hours
Activity LevelEasy
$1,469
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Bilbao, Bilbao GourmetEssentials Collection | Sightseeing | Refreshments | Walking
Duration3 Hours
Activity LevelEasy
$325
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Bilbao, Beach & Medieval Village By HorsebackEssentials Collection | Horseback | Sightseeing
Duration5.5 Hours
Activity LevelModerate-Strenuous
$179
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Bilbao, Old Quarter with Tapas SamplingCulture | Essentials Collection | Refreshments
Duration3.5 Hours
Activity LevelEasy-Moderate
$149
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Bilbao, Guggenheim Museum & The Old TownCulture | Essentials Collection | Sightseeing
Duration4.5 Hours
Activity LevelEasy-Moderate
$175
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Bilbao, Panoramic Bilbao TourEssentials Collection | Sightseeing | UNESCO
Duration4 Hours
Activity LevelEasy
$105
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Sun May 31
Bilbao
Arrive:
Depart:11:59 PM
Watersports Platform: 
9 Available
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The industrial port of Bilbao is surrounded by lovely green mountains, fertile landscapes with lush forests, steep coasts and the Bay of Biscay. Famed for the curvy, titanium-covered Frank Gehry-designed Guggenheim Museum, other sites of Bilbao include the Euskalduna Conference and Music Centre, Norman Foster’s Underground, towers designed by architects Arata Isozaki and Cesar Pelli, and an airport designed by Calatrava.
9 Shore Excursions Available
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Bilbao, Concierge Collection: Half Day Private Car & Guide Sightseeing | Concierge Collection
Duration4 Hours
Activity LevelEasy
$839
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Bilbao, Concierge Collection: Half Day Private Van & Guide Sightseeing | Concierge Collection
Duration4 Hours
Activity LevelEasy
$949
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Bilbao, Concierge Collection: Full Day Private Car & GuideConcierge Collection | Sightseeing
Duration8 Hours
Activity LevelEasy
$1,259
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Bilbao, Concierge Collection: Full Day Private Van & GuideConcierge Collection | Sightseeing
Duration8 Hours
Activity LevelEasy
$1,469
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Bilbao, Bilbao GourmetEssentials Collection | Sightseeing | Refreshments | Walking
Duration3 Hours
Activity LevelEasy
$325
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Bilbao, Beach & Medieval Village By HorsebackEssentials Collection | Horseback | Sightseeing
Duration5.5 Hours
Activity LevelModerate-Strenuous
$179
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Bilbao, Old Quarter with Tapas SamplingCulture | Essentials Collection | Refreshments
Duration3.5 Hours
Activity LevelEasy-Moderate
$149
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Bilbao, Guggenheim Museum & The Old TownCulture | Essentials Collection | Sightseeing
Duration4.5 Hours
Activity LevelEasy-Moderate
$175
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Bilbao, Panoramic Bilbao TourEssentials Collection | Sightseeing | UNESCO
Duration4 Hours
Activity LevelEasy
$105
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Mon Jun 1
AT SEA
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Tue Jun 2
Bordeaux
Arrive:9:45 AM
Depart:
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Bordeaux has long been known as La Belle au Bois Dormant, Sleeping Beauty.  And while the beauty part is undeniable, the sleeping part could be argued. Sure, the region is filled with treasures from long ago, including more than 350 historic monuments and buildings in the city alone. But the capital of Aquitaine is also home to a vibrant culture and, as oenophiles well know, is the gateway to some of France’s most famous vineyards. In this UNESCO World Heritage city, 13th century cathedrals and 18th century palaces are commonplace. Venture beyond the city’s borders to the chateaux of the Médoc region or to Saint-Émilion, a breathtaking medieval village set among the vineyards that is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Wed Jun 3
Bordeaux
Arrive:
Depart:7:15 PM
Watersports Platform: 
Bordeaux has long been known as La Belle au Bois Dormant, Sleeping Beauty.  And while the beauty part is undeniable, the sleeping part could be argued. Sure, the region is filled with treasures from long ago, including more than 350 historic monuments and buildings in the city alone. But the capital of Aquitaine is also home to a vibrant culture and, as oenophiles well know, is the gateway to some of France’s most famous vineyards. In this UNESCO World Heritage city, 13th century cathedrals and 18th century palaces are commonplace. Venture beyond the city’s borders to the chateaux of the Médoc region or to Saint-Émilion, a breathtaking medieval village set among the vineyards that is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Thu Jun 4
La Rochelle
Arrive:8:00 AM
Depart:5:00 PM
Watersports Platform: 
5 Available
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La Rochelle is said to be the most lovely and unspoiled port city in France, and who are we to argue?  Two 14th century stone towers guard the gateway to the medieval core of the city, the Vieux Port. And this is a city that is focused on ships. You’ll find yachts floating in the Port des Minimes, ships in the stained glass of church windows, maybe even decorating the arcaded walkways that line the streets. Learn the art of brandy making with a visit to the Cognac region and the Hennessy maisson, dating back to 1765. While walking past the aging barrels, inhale the heady aroma—the escaping vapors known as “the angels’ share.”
5 Shore Excursions Available
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La Rochelle, Biking on Re Island Biking | Sightseeing | UNESCO | Essentials Collection
Duration4 Hours
Activity LevelStrenuous
$219
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La Rochelle, City Tour with Food Market & Oyster Tasting Refreshments | Wine | Walking | Sightseeing | Essentials Collection
Duration3.75 Hours
Activity LevelModerate
$155
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La Rochelle, The Green Venice: Exceptional Ecosystem of the Poitevin Marshland Outdoors | Wildlife | Walking | Boating | Essentials Collection
Duration4 Hours
Activity LevelModerate
$145
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La Rochelle, Charming Re Island & St. MartinEssentials Collection | Sightseeing | Walking
Duration3 Hours
Activity LevelModerate
$135
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La Rochelle, La Rochelle City & WWII Kriegsmarine Bunker Visit Walking | Sightseeing | Essentials Collection
Duration3.5 Hours
Activity LevelModerate
$135
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Fri Jun 5
AT SEA
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Sat Jun 6
St-Malo
Arrive:8:00 AM
Depart:11:00 PM
Watersports Platform: 
9 Available
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Once notorious as the home of pirates, St.-Malo today is better known for the UNESCO site monastery and town of Mont St. Michel and the famous oysters of nearby Cancale. Walk the city’s ramparts, or pass the time at a seaside boulangerie sampling a fresh and buttery croissant. 
9 Shore Excursions Available
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St Malo: Half Day Private Car & Guide Sightseeing | Concierge Collection
Duration4 Hours
Activity LevelEasy
$1,599
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St Malo: Half Day Private Van & Guide Sightseeing | Concierge Collection
Duration4 Hours
Activity LevelEasy
$1,699
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St Malo: Full Day Private Car & Guide Sightseeing
Duration8 Hours
Activity LevelEasy
$1,899
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St Malo: Full Day Private Van & Guide Sightseeing
Duration8 Hours
Activity LevelEasy
$1,999
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St Malo: Delightful Dinan Refreshments | Culture | Walking | Essentials Collection
Duration4 Hours
Activity LevelModerate
$155
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St Malo: Hiking Cap Frehel Walking | Sightseeing | Essentials Collection
Duration4 Hours
Activity LevelModerate-Strenuous
$175
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St Malo: Mont St. Michel with LunchCulture | Dining | Essentials Collection | Sightseeing | Walking
Duration8 Hours
Activity LevelStrenuous
$269
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St Malo: Oysters Of Cancale Refreshments | Culture | Walking | Essentials Collection
Duration3.75 Hours
Activity LevelModerate
$179
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St Malo: Walking and Tasting St. MaloEssentials Collection | Sightseeing | Refreshments | Walking
Duration2.5 Hours
Activity LevelModerate
$95
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Sun Jun 7
Guernsey, Guernsey
Arrive:7:00 AM
Depart:6:00 PM
Watersports Platform: 
TBA
Mon Jun 8
Cherbourg
Arrive:7:00 AM
Depart:6:00 PM
Watersports Platform: 
7 Available
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From the time you disembark at the Art Deco cruise terminal (notice the signs for Ellis Island are still there), Cherbourg will charm you. Travel through Norman villages to lofty views at Cap de la Hague, or to Bayeux for a look at the famous Bayeux Tapestry, embroidered in the 11th century and listed as a “Memory of the World” by UNESCO. The D-Day beaches of Normandy are an easy drive.
7 Shore Excursions Available
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Cherbourg, Half Day Private Car & Guide Sightseeing
Duration4 Hours
Activity LevelEasy
$1,399
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Cherbourg, Half Day Private Van & Guide Sightseeing
Duration4 Hours
Activity LevelEasy
$1,499
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Cherbourg, Full Day Private Car & Guide Sightseeing
Duration8 Hours
Activity LevelEasy
$1,699
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Cherbourg, Full Day Private Van & Guide Sightseeing
Duration8 Hours
Activity LevelEasy
$1,799
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Cherbourg, A Stroll in CherbourgEssentials Collection | Sightseeing | Walking
Duration3.5 Hours
Activity LevelModerate-Strenuous
$89
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Cherbourg, Cap de la Hague Sightseeing | Refreshments | Essentials Collection
Duration4.75 Hours
Activity LevelModerate
$165
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Cherbourg, D-Day of Normandy - Utah Beach & Sainte Mere EgliseEssentials Collection | Sightseeing
Duration4.75 Hours
Activity LevelModerate
$149
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Tue Jun 9
Rouen
Arrive:10:00 AM
Depart:
Watersports Platform: 
This port city on the Seine River and gateway to Paris is full of beautiful architecture and is an art-lover’s delight. Museums are plentiful here including the Historial Jeanne d’Arc and the Musee des Beaux-Arts with the second-largest collection of Impressionist works in France. Stroll the many local markets full of fresh produce and flowers and dine at one of the incredible restaurants featuring fresh ingredients from this region.
Wed Jun 10
Rouen
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Depart:
Watersports Platform: 
This port city on the Seine River and gateway to Paris is full of beautiful architecture and is an art-lover’s delight. Museums are plentiful here including the Historial Jeanne d’Arc and the Musee des Beaux-Arts with the second-largest collection of Impressionist works in France. Stroll the many local markets full of fresh produce and flowers and dine at one of the incredible restaurants featuring fresh ingredients from this region.