Windstar Cruises is increasing its focus on the UK in 2026 with the introduction of its first ever series of cruises home-porting in London, comprising three short taster cruises as well as two longer cruises through the stunning Norwegian Fjords. The three- and four-night taster cruises, which take place on the 312-guest all-suite motor yacht Star Pride, are the perfect introduction to cruising for those who have never cruised before and are ideal for anyone looking for a quick holiday fix. Setting sail from the heart of London and sailing under the historic Tower Bridge, itineraries include:
A three-night Belgium: A Sweet Getaway cruise round trip from London (HMS Belfast) that takes in the medieval streets, romantic canals, world-class museums and mouthwatering chocolates of Bruges and Antwerp. Departs 12th and 19th May 2026 with prices from £1,355 per person for the cruise with all meals and drinks, Wi-Fi, gratuities and port fees.
A four-night St Malo Getaway cruise round trip from London (HMS Belfast) taking guests to the home of France’s most authentic crêpes, a charming medieval old town and magical Mont St. Michel. With a full day at sea, there is plenty of time to relax and enjoy all the facilities that Star Pride offers. Departs 15th May 2026 with prices from £1,762 per person for the cruise with all meals and drinks, Wi-Fi, gratuities and port fees.
The 13-night A Bite of Belgium & Feast of Fjordscruise combines culture, history and scenic beauty as it travels from London to the Belgian canals and Norwegian Fjords before finishing in Edinburgh. In Belgium, guests can feast their eyes on Flemish and Renaissance architecture and treat their palate to mouthwatering chocolate and beer before arriving in Norway’s magical cities of Alesund, with its charming Art Nouveau architecture, and Trondheim, with its Bakklandet district filled with colourful old wooden houses. Its then onto Romsdalfjord in Andalsnes, Nordfjord near Olden and Trondheim Fjord where guests can soak up eye-popping fjord and mountain scenery and embark on outdoor adventures such as glacier exploration, kayaking and scenic train rides. Departs 19th May 2026 with prices from £5,053 per person for the cruise with all meals and drinks, Wi-Fi, gratuities and port fees.
The 10-night Endless Days in Norway cruise starts with a day at sea before arriving in Norway’s magical cities of Alesund, with its charming Art Nouveau architecture, and Trondheim, with its Bakklandet district filled with colourful old wooden houses. Its then onto Romsdalfjord in Andalsnes, Nordfjord near Olden and Trondheim Fjord where guests can soak up eye-popping fjord and mountain scenery and embark on outdoor adventures such as glacier exploration, kayaking and scenic train rides. The cruise finishes in Edinburgh. Departs 22nd May 2026with prices from £4,915 per person for the cruise with all meals and drinks, Wi-Fi, gratuities and port fees.
For enquiries and reservations call Windstar’s UK General Sales Agent on 0800 008 6682 (for more details https://www.windstarcruises.co.uk/booking-in-the-uk/).
For more information visit www.windstarcruises.co.uk