With Windstar cruises announcing its first ever cruises home-porting in London, HMS Belfast will take on a new role. The 86 old light cruiser will become the embarkation port for the 312-guest all-suite motor yacht Star Pride
Windstar Cruises is seeking to increasing its focus on the UK in 2026. It will so with the introduction of its first ever series of cruises homeporting in London. These comprise of three short taster cruises as well as two longer cruises through the Norwegian Fjords.
The three- and four-night taster cruises, on board Star Pride, are a good introduction to cruising for those who have never cruised before. And are ideal for anyone looking for a quick holiday fix. Setting sail from the heart of London and sailing under the historic Tower Bridge, itineraries include:
Sweet Getaway
A three-night Belgium: A Sweet Getaway cruise starts from alongside HMS Belfast in the Pool of London. It that takes in the medieval streets, romantic canals, world-class museums and mouthwatering chocolates of Bruges and Antwerp. Departs 12th and 19th May 2026 with prices from £1,355 per person for the cruise. All meals and drinks, Wi-Fi, gratuities and port fees are included.
A four-night St Malo Getaway cruise round trip from London (HMS Belfast) takes guests to the home of France’s most authentic crêpes. St Malo is a charming medieval old town and magical Mont St. Michel. With a full day at sea, there is plenty of time to relax and enjoy all the facilities that Star Pride offers. Departs 15th May 2026 with prices from £1,762 per person for the cruise with all meals and drinks, Wi-Fi, gratuities and port fees.
Bite of Belgium
The 13-night A Bite of Belgium & Feast of Fjords cruise combines culture, history and scenic beauty. It travels from London to the Belgian canals and Norwegian Fjords before finishing in Edinburgh. In Belgium, guests can feast their eyes on Flemish and Renaissance architecture. And treat their palate to mouthwatering chocolate and beer.
That’s before arriving in Norway’s magical cities of Alesund, with its charming Art Nouveau architecture. And Trondheim, with its Bakklandet district filled with colourful old wooden houses. Its then onto Romsdalfjord in Andalsnes, Nordfjord near Olden and Trondheim Fjord. Here guests can soak up eye-popping fjord and mountain scenery and embark on outdoor adventures. These include as glacier exploration, kayaking and scenic train rides. Departs 19th May 2026 with prices from £5,053 per person for the cruise with all meals and drinks, Wi-Fi, gratuities and port fees.
Endless Days in Norway
The 10-night Endless Days in Norway cruise leaves HMS Belfast and offers a day at sea before arriving in Norway. The itinerary then follows that of the voyage described above. The cruise finishes in Edinburgh. Departs 22nd May 2026 with prices from £4,915 per person for the cruise with all meals and drinks, Wi-Fi, gratuities and port fees.