Treasures of the Greek Isles
with Windstar Cruises
- Classic sailing yacht welcoming only 148 guests
- Visit legendary Santorini and Mykonos
- Exclusive dinner and live music event at the Celcus Library in Ephesus
Windstar’s degrees of difference takes you behind the curtain of the world’s most fascinating destinations. Every detail, big and small, is crafted to show you more of the places you’re dreaming of visiting, with spontaneity and insight only a small ship voyage can provide. Windstar delivers with curated excursions to indulge in local life, thoughtful details onboard and a friendly, welcoming crew.
Windstar
Wind Star is a sleek, 4-masted sailing yacht accommodating 148 guests. With four decks and a gross tonnage of 5,703, Wind Star feels like your own private yacht. Wind Star features wide open, teak decks—quite unusual for small ships. Guests will find hidden nooks for private moments giving them a feeling of being on their own private veranda. All staterooms have ocean views, queen beds, flat-screen TV with DVD player, and the Owner’s Suite includes a sitting area. Wind Star offers two primary dining venues. Amphora restaurant offers gourmet, course-by-course cuisine in the evenings and Veranda restaurant offers casual buffet and full-service dining for breakfast and lunch. All dining is open seating. And, for dining under the stars, make a reservation for Candles which features steaks and skewers. Wind Star amenities include World Spa by Windstar, Watersports Platform, Lounge, Library, Pool, and Hot Tub.
Yacht facts
- Capacity: 148 Guests
- Staterooms: 73 deluxe ocean view staterooms
- Suites: 1 ocean view owner's suite
- Decks: 4 decks
- Crew: 101 international staff
Windspirit
Wind Spirit is a sleek, 4-masted sailing yacht accommodating 148 guests. With four decks and a gross tonnage of 5,736, Wind Spirit feels like your own private yacht. Wind Spirit features wide open, teak decks—quite unusual for small ships. Guests will find hidden nooks for private moments giving them a feeling of being on their own private veranda. All staterooms have ocean views, queen beds, and flat-screen TV with DVD player. The Owner’s Suite includes a sitting area. Wind Spirit offers two primary dining venues. Amphora restaurant offers gourmet, course-by-course cuisine in the evenings and Veranda restaurant offers casual buffet and full-service dining for breakfast and lunch. All dining is open seating. And, for dining under the stars, make a reservation for Candles which features steaks and skewers. Wind Spirit amenities include World Spa by Windstar, Watersports Platform, Lounge, Library, Pool, and Hot Tub.
Yacht facts
- Capacity: 148 Guests
- Staterooms: 73 deluxe ocean view staterooms
- Suites: 1 ocean view owner's suite
- Decks: 4 decks
- Crew: 101 international staff
All accommodations feature
- Queen Size Bed with Luxurious Linens
- Waffle Weave Robe and Slippers
- TV with DVD Player
- Fully Stocked Mini Bar/Refrigerator
- Safe
- L'Occitane Bath Amenities
- Fresh Fruit
- Hair Dryers and 110/220 outlets
- Wi-Fi (internet cards can be purchased at reception)
- Bathroom with granite countertop and shower
- Granite vanity with magnifying mirror
Highlights
- Sailing round-trip Athens from aboard classic sailing yachts Wind Star or Wind Spirit, welcoming only 148 guests.
- Visit legendary Santorini and Mykonos, as well as seaside villages including Patmos, Nafplio and Monemvasia where only a small ship can navigate.
- Complimentary Destination Discovery Event with and exclusive dinner and live music at the Celcus Library in Ephesus.
- Envelop yourself in history with visits to nine UNESCO World Heritage Sites in this region.
- Take an excursion to Epidaurus, where people have traveled miles to be healed.
- Visit the romantic ancient castles of Monemvasia.
- Find the breathtaking view from Nafplio’s Palamidi Castle after climbing the 999 rock steps.
- Tour highlights of Athens including The Parthenon and The Acropolis.
- Spend full days in port and with later evening visits in Santorini, Kusadasi,Patmos and Mykonos.
- Savor Windstar’s complimentary Destination Discovery Event featuring dinner in the ancient city of Ephesus.
- Enjoy the best of land and sea with a tour to Delphi and Meteora, plus an overnight in Athens before or after your cruise.
Inclusions
- Open dining with no reservation fees required
- Non-alcoholic beverages, including specialty coffee, tea and soda
- Beautifully appointed ocean-view staterooms and suites
- Plush bathrobes and slippers
- Fresh flowers and fruit in your stateroom or suite
- Flat-screen TV
- Signature onboard deck barbecue*
- Onboard entertainment, including local performances in most regions
- 24-hour Room service
- Fully equipped Watersports Platform and use of all water sports equipment*
- Access to the Open Bridge
- Champagne welcome reception
- Signature Sail Away event from every port*
- Access to WorldSpa by Windstar sauna/steam room facilities, yoga and Pilates
*Port and weather conditions permitting
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.
Day 1: Athens, Greece depart 5pm
Day 2: Mykonos - arrive 8am, depart 6pm
Wake this morning to the postcard-like scene of Mykonos, the classic Greek isle dotted with hundreds of whitewashed churches and thatch-roofed windmills, in a harbor bobbing with fishing boats and luxurious private yachts. An optional tour including a scenic ferry ride takes you back to the 6th century B.C. to the tiny island of Delos, a UNESCO site and the mythical birthplace of Apollo.
Day 3: Kusadasi - arrive 7am, depart 11pm
Few places offer such a rich combination of history and scenic beauty. In Ephesus, one of the greatest outdoor museums in the world, you’ll explore legendary sites steeped in history. Also visit the houses of Bulbul Mountain, where the roof of one forms the terrace of the next. This evening we present our Destination Discovery Event -- dinner in the moonlight and a concert near the Celsus Library or on Harbour Street in ancient Ephesus.
Day 4: Patmons - arrive 8am, depart 6pm
This UNESCO World Heritage Site is known worldwide as the sacred island where St. John wrote the Book of Revelation, Patmos is the ideal place for nature lovers with its coastline of sheer cliffs and its volcanic soil. Highlights of Patmos include the Cave of the Apocalypse and the Holy Monastery of the Apocalypse.
Day 5: Santorini - arrive 8am, departs 9pm
As our yacht approaches the spectacular cliffs rising from the deep azure sea, you’ll understand the magic of this area, where some say the ruins of Atlantis remain hidden. Visit the village of Oia and see the iconic Santorini blue domes or take a guided tour of Bronze Age excavations at the UNESCO site of Akrotiri. Toast the day with a crisp, cold glass of local Assyrtiko wine and appreciate the magic accessible to small ships like ours.
Day 6: Monemvasia - arrive 12pm, depart 6pm
This Gibraltar-like town tied to the mainland by a single thread of causeway holds treasures that are old even by Mediterranean standards, with town walls and several churches dating to the 12th century. Climb to the upper town for an up-close look at the castle and Agia Sophia, a Byzantine church. Wander the lanes of the lower town lined with Venetian mansions, many of which have been lovingly restored. Savor the sun on a smooth pebble beach.
Day 7: Nafplio - arrive 7am, depart 5pm
This charming seaside town on the Peloponnese is one of the most romantic cities in Greece. Enjoy the medieval old town with narrow cobblestone alleys, and neoclassical mansions with bougainvillea trees adorning the balconies. Take an optional tour to the UNESCO site of Epidaurus or the UNESCO site of Mycenea, ancient ruins including the famous Lion’s Gate. Stroll the Syntagma Square and take in the beauty of the Palamidi Castle with its 999 steps carved from the rocks. The view is breathtaking.
Day 8: Athens, Greece - arrive 7am
With 3,000 years of history, you can’t turn around in Athens without encountering the past. The Acropolis, a UNESCO site, the Plaka, and the Acropolis Museum are must-sees. But leave time if you can to climb Pnyx Hill for photos of the Parthenon at sunset, to buy your own set of Greek komboloi (worry beads), and to explore the metro stations that serve as mini-museums for the relics that are constantly being unearthed.
Departures: Multiple departure dates between 04 May - 12 October 2025 and 02 May 2026 - 10 October 2026
Cabin | Cruise only price per person |
All-inclusive price per person |
Category B | From $7532 | From $8597 |
Category BX | From $8147 | From $9212 |
Category A | From $8608 | From $9673 |
Category AX | From $9299 | From $10,365 |
All-inclusive fares offer the ultimate in convenience include Wi-Fi, unlimited beer, wine, and cocktails, and gratuities.
Prices are a guide only, based on 27 July 2025 departure, are starting prices and subject to availability and change. Please check with your RAC travel consultant for itinerary, availability and pricing.
*Prices are a guide only and based on 27July 2025 departure. All fares mentioned are per person, cruise only, based on double occupancy in lowest category, and include non-discountable amounts. Taxes, Fees and Port Expenses are additional. Offer is valid on new bookings only and subject to availability. Bookings are non-transferable; no name changes can be made, nor can this offer be applied retroactively. Cancellation fees may apply. Fuel surcharges may be imposed or increased over time. Offer is capacity controlled and may be withdrawn or modified at Windstar’s discretion at any time. Information contained herein is accurate at time of publication and subject to change without notice. All Windstar Cruises terms and conditions apply. Cruises are provided subject to the terms and conditions of the Passage Contract. Ships’ registry: Bahamas. Please contact your RAC travel consultant for full terms and conditions.
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