Explore one of Europe’s best-loved rivers. Discover the turreted fortresses, grand cathedrals, historic cities, medieval towns and stunning scenery of the Middle Rhine—a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Taste the region’s renowned white wines, the roots of its terraced vineyards reaching back to Roman times. Savor the various culinary traditions of Alsace. With calls in Amsterdam, Cologne and Basel, this journey reveals a rich landscape of beauty and culture.

17 Days, featuring: Lyon

12 Days, featuring: Rhine Gorge–rüdesheim

Experience the wonders of the Swiss Alps then cruise along Europe’s most storied waterway, travelling the length of the Rhine from Basel to Amsterdam. Stroll through fairytale villages, cruise through the dramatic Rhine Gorge and be immersed in history at every turn.

Admire Rhine Valley vistas from a 900-year-old castle. Sample the culinary delights of Austria’s Wachau Valley. Learn the Viennese waltz, visit Melk’s Benedictine Abbey and ponder Nuremberg’s World War II history. Indulge your senses on this 15-day journey spanning the best of Europe, tracing the Rhine, Main and Danube Rivers between the windmill-dotted waterways of Holland and the stunning landscapes of Hungary, with engaging encounters at every bend.

Admire Rhine Valley vistas from a 900-year-old castle. Sample the culinary delights of Austria’s Wachau Valley. Learn the Viennese waltz, visit Melk’s Benedictine Abbey and ponder Nuremberg’s World War II history. Indulge your senses on this 15-day journey spanning the best of Europe, tracing the Rhine, Main and Danube Rivers between the windmill-dotted waterways of Holland and the stunning landscapes of Hungary, with engaging encounters at every bend.

Lose yourself in the history and romance of Traditional Europe. You’ll see all the iconic sights and some beautiful surprises along this European trip taking in the exquisite beauty of the Rhine Valley, the snow-capped Alps and the decadently warm waters of the French Riviera.

Visit Holland at the height of tulip season on this Northen Europe cruise, when the country’s fields explode in vibrant swaths of every imaginable color. Wander through the enchanting Keukenhof Gardens, home to millions of blooms. Then, set off on a coastal voyage to small countryside cities and a few new-to-Windstar destinations. Explore the quaint streets of Harlingen - a small-ship exclusive - and wander along its old canals, merchant houses and charming little alleys.

10 Days, featuring: Lucerne, Switzerland

8 Days, featuring: Amsterdam (Disembarkation)

15 Days, featuring: Rüdesheim–rhine Gorge

Explore the far north while sailing across the Arctic Circle and along the distant shores of Norway, Iceland, Greenland and Canada. Visit charming Oslo and Reykjavík and admire Honningsvåg’s remote North Cape. Enjoy overnight stays in Bergen and Longyearbyen, home to more polar bears than people, and gaze upon the Westman Islands’ volcanic landscape. Discover the history of Viking exploration in the New World, and revel in the maritime heritage of Halifax.