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Aegean & Bosporus Escapades - Istanbul to Barcelona

16 nights Oct 19, 2026

The Aegean & Bosporus Escapades - Istanbul to Barcelona is a 16-night Mediterranean cruise aboard Star Legend, operated by Windstar Cruises. Departing Istanbul on October 19, 2026, the voyage visits 14 ports. Fares start from $13,391 per person.

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Itinerary

Istanbul
Istanbul photo
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Istanbul photo
Day 1 Oct 19, 2026 Istanbul Departs 18:00 A shore excursion on your MSC Mediterranean cruise can be the opportunity to discover İstanbul which stands astride two continents, Europe and Asia. As if its spectacular geographical location were not enough, it can also boast of being the only city to have played capital to consecutive Christian and Islamic empires, a role that has shaped the region’s history for more than 2500 years and bequeathed to İstanbul a staggering wealth of attractions. Most cruise visitors spend all their holiday time in Sultanahmet, home to İstanbul’s main sightseeing attractions: the church of Aya Sofya, the greatest legacy of the Byzantine Empire; the Topkapı Palace, heart of the Ottoman Empire; and the massive Sultanahmet Camii (Blue Mosque). Here also are the ancient Hippodrome, the Museum of Turkish and Islamic Art (housed in the former Palace of İbrahim Paşa), the eerily lit Yerebatan Sarnıcı, a fascinating Byzantine underground cistern, and the Grand Bazaar (Kapalı Çarşı), the largest covered bazaar in the world. The monumental architecture, attractive parks and gardens, street-side cafés, and the benefits of a relatively traffic-free main road combine to make this area pleasant for both sightseeing and staying on an MSC Mediterranean cruise excursion. İstanbul’s Ottoman-era Grand Bazaar gets more than its fair share of souvenir-hungry visitors. The area around it, however, is relatively little explored, which is a shame as it holds some very worthwhile attractions, from the historic Cembirlitaş Hamamı, one of the best Turkish baths in the country, to the city’s very best mosque, the hilltop Süleymaniye Camii. The best single reason to head across to the Asian shore of the city is to experience a Bosphorus cruise. The views from the Bosphorus are superb, with domes and minarets dominating the skyline of the Old City, and skyscrapers the business districts beyond Beyoğlu. Go to Istanbul Cruises visiting Istanbul

Istanbul → Barcelona · approximate route

Pricing

Lowest fare we've tracked over the observed 82-day span: $10,031 · range $10,031–$13,391

Current prices

Per person · 2 guests · incl. taxes & fees

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Oceanview

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Balcony

from $13,391

$836 / night

Fare rows

Balcony Suite

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from $13,391

$836 / night

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Prices verified Jun 21, 2026

Prices come from third-party data feeds via Windstar Cruises and may differ from the cruise line's current fare. Confirm the final price before booking. How our pricing works

Price history

14 days
All cabin grades (13) Detailed cabin specs available at booking.
Name Supplier code Type
Balcony Suite BS Balcony
Balcony Suite BS1 Balcony
Star Balcony Suite SBS Balcony
Star Balcony Suite SBS1 Balcony
Ocean View Suite S Oceanview
Ocean View Suite S1 Oceanview
Ocean View Suite S2 Oceanview
Ocean View Suite S3 Oceanview
Star Porthole Suite SP Oceanview
Star Ocean View Suite SS1 Oceanview
Classic Suite CS Suite
Deluxe Suite DS Suite
Owner's Suite OW Suite

Ship

Star Legend
Your ship Star Legend 4★ 9,975 GT 212 guests Built 1991 With only 212 guests, a Star Legend cruise will make you feel like you're on board your own private small ship 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, 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 Legend 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. Take a tour to see her beautiful spaces. Go to Star Legend Cruises on Star Legend
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