Windstar Cruises' small ships are known for sailing to luxurious and secluded ports around the world. Their latest brochure features cruises to the Red Sea and the Persian Gulf.
“With stunning UNESCO World Heritage sites, beautiful beaches and wildlife, world-class golf courses, incredible snorkeling and diving activities, and of course, great shopping, Windstar is pleased to introduce our guests to the Red Sea and the Persian Gulf with new itineraries in Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Egypt, Oman, the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, and Qatar,” explained Windstar Cruises President Christopher Prelog.
Cruises begin in November 2023 on the Star Legend.
The 18-day Wonders of Arabia cruise sails from Athens to Dubai, passing through the Suez Canal and spending five days in Egypt and Jordan, including an overnight stay in Luxor to see the majestic temples of Karnak and Luxor, followed by two days in Oman.
The 10-day Sparkling Sands & Cities of the Persian Gulf cruise will sail on 11 dates from Dubai to Muscat, Oman (and vice versa). Highlights include overnight stays in Doha and Abu Dhabi; one night in Ras Al-Khaimah; stops in quieter cities like Fujairah and Khasab; and time spent on Sir Bani Yas, an island renowned for its pristine nature and wildlife conservation efforts.
The 9-day Arabian Nights & Egyptian Days voyage will sail on two separate days (one in each direction) from Jeddah (Saudi Arabia) to Aqaba (Jordan), and back. Highlights include an overnight stay in Sharm el-Sheikh and Safaga, with the option to visit Luxor, and the chance to swim in the turquoise waters of the resort ports of Ain Sokhna and Hurghada.
The Red Sea Revelries Suez Canal itinerary is a 12-day journey from Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, to Athens. Highlights include an overnight stay in Luxor; another night in Ain Sokhna, Egypt; a transit through the Suez Canal; and a day in Heraklion, Crete.
Windstar is the official cruise line of the James Beard Foundation and offers an elevated dining experience aboard its Wind Class sailing ships – Wind Star and Wind Spirit and Windsurf and its Star Plus Class yachts – Star Breeze, Star Pride and Star Legend.
