7 Nights Spanish Serenade: Lisbon to Barcelona and reverse

Type of Vessel

All-Suite Yacht

With only 212 guests, a Star Pride cruise will make you feel like you're on board your own private yacht almost as soon as you step aboard.The sitting area of your spacious, newly refurbished suite gives you an expansive ocean view — making it a welcome retreat.When you're ready to make an appearance, the lounges, club, casino, screening room, and library are waiting to be explored. Take some "you" time in the tranquil WindSpa . . . enjoy a dip in the pool . . . work off that decadent dessert in the Fitness Center . . . and, of course, you are always welcome to visit the Bridge to examine navigation charts with the Captain.

Star Pride is large enough to pamper and entertain you, yet small enough to tuck into delightful tiny harbors and hidden coves that others can’t reach.

Itinerary

Day 1 | Lisbon, Portugal: 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. And, everywhere, the city engages you with its easy style and remarkable charm.

Day 2 | Portimao, Portugal: Follow the savory aroma of sardines grilling to the colorful quay, or let your lust for leather lead you to the old town’s shops and 18th century buildings. In ancient Silves, once a Moorish capital, the castle and cathedral are right next to each other in town. How thoughtful of them to make sightseeing so easy.

Day 3 | Seville, Spain: Today we cruise up the Guadalquivir River into the heart of Seville. (Most large cruise ships dock in Cádiz more than an hour away.) The Renaissance struck early here, during the Dark Ages that cloaked the rest of Europe. The Old Town alone contains three UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including the incomparable Alcázar Palace, just waiting for your own oohs and ahhs to echo through the Moorish arches and Italian courtyards. Or head out to the Donana National Park, declared a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.

Day 4 | Gibraltar, British Territory: It’s an odd bit of Britain here at the toe of Spain, with Barbary apes and miles of tunnels as well as traditional red phone boxes. Legend says Gibraltar was one of the two pillars erected by Hercules to mark the edge of the world. Take the cable car to the top to see if you can see it from here. No, that’s not it. That’s just Africa. What a view.

Day 5 | Malaga, Spain: Here, on the shores of Costa del Sol, the Andalusian spirit thrives. Be sure to include an optional visit to see the brilliant and comprehensive collection of Picasso’s work at Museo Picasso Málaga, a tribute to this artistic genius in the city of his birth. Or you may choose to opt for a visit to the beautiful village of Mijas, where picturesque Andalusian country life creates some of the world’s best wines.

Day 6 | Almeria (Granada), Spain: Enjoy a walking tour of this ancient city. If you prefer, opt for a beautiful drive through the Andalusian countryside to Granada and the magnificent UNESCO site, the Alhambra Palace. Built in the 14th century, this breathtaking example of Moorish architecture combines intricate mosaics and stone-cast latticework in a tapestry of grace and sophistication unparalleled in western civilization. Or take an optional excursion into nature at one of three UNESCO Biosphere Reserves.

Day 8 | Palma de Mallorca, Spain: Mallorca is steep, green, and fringed with enticing coves and more than 200 lush beaches. But all that natural beauty is just the beginning. Hear whispers of Chopin in Valldemossa’s monastery where he and George Sand once spent time. Watch the street performers on the piazza around the church, or cross the island to beautiful Sóller.

Day 9 | Barcelona, Spain: The old meets the new in this sunny Catalan metropolis, where narrow alleyways contrast with grand boulevards, trendy cuisine meets homemade tapas, and everywhere you’re greeted by the warm, welcoming smiles of the fashionable locals. Don’t miss UNESCO sites like the mind-boggling architecture of Antoni Gaudí or La Sagrada Familia Cathedral, with its eight decorative spires soaring hundreds of feet into the sky.

All Inclusive

All meals in all venues at all times, including room service menu available 24 hours; all non-alcoholic beverages, including cappuccino, espresso, and other specialty non-alcoholic drinks; welcome cocktails at reception; all onboard entertainment; unlimited use of Fitness Center; unlimited use of all water sports equipment; informative nightly port talks and destination briefings.

Food and Dining

Options include AmphorA Restaurant, Candles, Star Bar, Lounge, Veranda, and Compass Rose

Onboard Activities/Events

A pool, fitness center, two whirlpools, a spa, casino, watersports platform, and a host of activities and events are available at your leisure.

Shore Excursions

Some excursion highlights include:

Granada’s Moorish-influenced Alhambra Palace and breathtaking Generalife Gardens – both UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Seville’s magnificent Alcázar Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Exploring Pablo Picasso’s hometown of Málaga and seeing his art at the museum.
Visiting the monastery in Valldemossa where Chopin spent a winter with George Sand.
Discovering the charming mountain “white villages” of Mijas and Mojacar.
Tasting authentic tapas in Almería.
Visiting with the “apes” of Gibraltar and savoring the view from the top.
The ancient city of Silves near Portimao, once the Arab capital of the Algarve.
Posing in front of the Belém Tower in Lisbon, symbol of the Age of Discovery and a UNESCO World Heritage monument.
Barcelona’s amazing Gothic Quarter, and Antonio Gaudí’s Sagrada Familia.
Yacht deck barbecue*, arguably the best party at sea.

Staterooms or Cabins

Gracious Balcony and Ocean View suites, Classic Suites, and Owner’s Suites feature queen beds, Egyptian cotton linens, luxury bath products, waffle-weave roes, separate bathrooms, flat-screen TVs, DVD players, whirlpool spa tubs, massage showers, separate bedrooms and living rooms, in-suite dining areas, fully-stocked mini bars/ refrigerators, Wi-Fi, fresh flowers and fruit, safes, direct dial phones, granite vanities, magnifying mirrors, and 110/220 outlets.

Spa

WindSpa pampers with spa services.

Fitness

The Fitness Center is fully equipped for your workout away from home.

Other Info

A Complimentary Windstar Destination Discovery Event: Mallorca: Bolero, Fandango, and Other Works of Art

Tucked in the heart of the old quarter of Palma is a modern palace, built in the 1940s by the then-richest man in Spain, Juan March. This self-made billionaire led a colorful life and the March Palace is a monument to his surprising success. As part of this Windstar exclusive Destination Discovery Event, you will be escorted on a guided tour of every detail of this luxurious private home where you'll view art works by Henry Moore, Barbara Hepworth, Auguste Rodin, Eduardo Chillida, and Salvador Dali. At the end of your tour, you’ll be treated to a delicious menu of tapas on the terrace – which you can enjoy the traditional way, with a glass of Casa Mariol vermouth, or with wine, beer or mineral water. As you relax, the entertainment prepared exclusively for Windstar Destination Discovery Event guests begins: the Ball de bot, spectacular choreography performed by talented artists. These Mallorcan folk dances include the bolero, the jack, the fandango, and the copeo. A perfect ending to a lovely day in Palma.

Please note: This Destination Discovery Event has been scheduled in a way that will allow you to book and experience another shore excursion on the same day and you will not miss anything.