What is included in the cruise fare?

Standard cruise fares include your cabin, onboard meals at main dining venues, most non-specialty entertainment, use of pools and common facilities, and transport between ports of call. Gratuities, specialty dining, alcoholic drinks, shore excursions and onboard spa services are typically billed separately.

How far in advance should I book this cruise?

For popular sailings, booking 6–12 months ahead typically gives the best cabin selection and fares. Last-minute discounts can appear 30–60 days before departure when the cruise line wants to fill remaining cabins on Star Explorer.

What documents do I need to board?

Most international itineraries require a passport valid for at least six months beyond your return date. Closed-loop sailings that depart and return to the same U.S. port from Leith, Edinburgh, Scotland may accept a government-issued photo ID plus a certified birth certificate for U.S. citizens — always verify with the cruise line.

Can I change or cancel my booking?

Change and cancellation policies depend on Windstar Cruises's fare type and how close you are to departure. Refundable deposits typically allow changes up to the final-payment date without penalty; closer to sailing, cancellation fees scale up. Review the specific fare rules before booking.

What is a 18-night cruise like?

A 18-night cruise balances relaxing sea days with active port days. You can expect a mix of onboard programming — dining, entertainment, spa and fitness — and multiple shore excursions from Star Explorer. Pack for both formal nights and casual deck days.

Star Explorer 18-night Leith (Edinburgh), United Kingdom to Helsinki from Leith, Edinburgh, Scotland, Jun 19, 2027

Windstar Cruises · Star Explorer · Jun 19, 2027 – Jul 07, 2027

Visit Leith, Edinburgh, Scotland, Rosendal, Norway, Alesund, Norway , Andalsnes, Norway, Trondheim, Norway and 11 more ports

Departure Leith, Edinburgh, Scotland

Return Helsinki, Finland

Duration 18 Nights

From $18902 pp

Itinerary

Day 1

Leith, Edinburgh, Scotland Arrives 3:30 AM · Departs 8:30 PM
Day 2

At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 3

Rosendal, Norway Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 3:00 PM
Day 4

Alesund, Norway Arrives 1:00 PM · Departs 10:00 PM
Day 5

Andalsnes, Norway Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM
Day 6

Trondheim, Norway Arrives 9:00 AM · Departs 10:00 PM
Day 7

Froya / Sistranda Liggeka, Norway Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 1:00 PM
Day 8

Olden / Loen Arrives 10:00 AM · Departs 4:00 PM
Day 9

Bergen, Norway Arrives 9:00 AM · Departs 5:00 PM
Day 10

At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 11

Copenhagen, Denmark Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 12

Bornholm Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 4:00 PM
Day 13

Gdansk, Poland Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 6:00 PM
Day 14

Klaipeda, Lithiania Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 2:00 PM
Day 15

Riga Arrives 12:01 PM · Departs 7:00 PM
Day 16

Stockholm, Sweden Arrives 6:30 PM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 17

Stockholm, Sweden Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 3:00 PM
Day 18

Tallinn, Estonia Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 19

Helsinki, Finland Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM

Cabin Prices

Prices as of 2026-10-19.

Prices per person, based on double occupancy in USD.

Ocean View $18902

Balcony $23096

Suite $27384

Ports of Call

Leith, Edinburgh, Scotland
Rosendal, Norway
Alesund, Norway
Andalsnes, Norway
Trondheim, Norway
Froya / Sistranda Liggeka, Norway
Olden / Loen
Bergen, Norway
Copenhagen, Denmark
Bornholm
Gdansk, Poland
Klaipeda, Lithiania
Riga
Stockholm, Sweden
Tallinn, Estonia
Helsinki, Finland

About This Cruise

18-night Windstar Cruises Star Explorer cruise from Leith, Edinburgh, Scotland to Rosendal, Norway, Alesund, Norway , Andalsnes, Norway and Trondheim,…

Cruise Line Windstar Cruises

Ship Star Explorer

Frequently asked questions

What is included in the cruise fare?: Standard cruise fares include your cabin, onboard meals at main dining venues, most non-specialty entertainment, use of pools and common facilities, and transport between ports of call. Gratuities, specialty dining, alcoholic drinks, shore excursions and onboard spa services are typically billed separately.
How far in advance should I book this cruise?: For popular sailings, booking 6–12 months ahead typically gives the best cabin selection and fares. Last-minute discounts can appear 30–60 days before departure when the cruise line wants to fill remaining cabins on Star Explorer.
What documents do I need to board?: Most international itineraries require a passport valid for at least six months beyond your return date. Closed-loop sailings that depart and return to the same U.S. port from Leith, Edinburgh, Scotland may accept a government-issued photo ID plus a certified birth certificate for U.S. citizens — always verify with the cruise line.
Can I change or cancel my booking?: Change and cancellation policies depend on Windstar Cruises's fare type and how close you are to departure. Refundable deposits typically allow changes up to the final-payment date without penalty; closer to sailing, cancellation fees scale up. Review the specific fare rules before booking.
What is a 18-night cruise like?: A 18-night cruise balances relaxing sea days with active port days. You can expect a mix of onboard programming — dining, entertainment, spa and fitness — and multiple shore excursions from Star Explorer. Pack for both formal nights and casual deck days.