Windstar Cruises has opened bookings for its 2028/29 Asia season, deploying the 112-suite Star Seeker across 25 departures from September 2028 through May 2029. The move follows strong demand for the line's 2027 Asia voyages, signaling sustained appetite for small-ship cruising in the region.
The season covers Japan, Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, and Singapore, with itineraries designed to access city-centre ports and smaller regional stops. Star Seeker's size allows docking closer to urban hubs such as Ho Chi Minh City and Bangkok, while also reaching intimate destinations like Ko Yao Noi, Phu My, and Laem Chabang. This approach supports overnight stays and a slower travel rhythm suited to Asia's cultural and coastal diversity.
Itinerary Highlights and Flexibility
Windstar's Asia program includes four core cruise-only voyages and longer Star Collector combinations ranging from 20 to 42 days. Guests can add pre- and post-cruise land programs, creating up to 87 itinerary combinations. Standout offerings include:
- Grand Japan: Tokyo to Osaka and Kyoto, with scenic cruising and smaller ports
- Vietnam & Cambodia Revealed: Overnight stays in Ho Chi Minh City and Halong Bay/Hanoi
- East Asian Legends: A route through Vietnam, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Japan
- Tantalising Thailand & Sparkling Singapore: Bangkok to Phuket with street food, floating markets, and an overnight in Singapore
- Legendary Temples: Chiang Mai & Angkor Wat Cruise Tour: An 18-night journey blending sailing and inland exploration
- Grand Asia Explorer: A 41-night voyage linking multiple itineraries into one sweeping adventure
The line is also expanding its Cruise Tours, which extend journeys beyond the ship with multi-day programs in Hanoi, Chiang Mai, Angkor Wat, and Kyoto. These include tea ceremonies in Kyoto, street-food tours in Hanoi, and early-morning visits to Angkor Wat before crowds arrive.
For context, other cruise operators are also expanding their expedition offerings. Ponant Opens Arctic 2028 Bookings with 35+ Far North Expeditions Aboard Four Ships and Quark Expeditions Launches Earliest Polar Season with New Photography and Extension Programs highlight the broader trend toward niche, immersive itineraries.
Early Booking Incentive
Windstar is offering an Early Booking Offer for Asia 2028/29. Guests who book by 31 July 2026 receive a complimentary all-inclusive package, US$100 onboard credit per guest, and 5% savings when paying in full at booking. This incentive aims to lock in demand early for a season that already shows strong interest.
With its small-ship design and focus on cultural immersion, Star Seeker positions Windstar to capture travelers seeking intimate, itinerary-rich experiences in Asia. The season represents one of the line's most comprehensive Asia programs to date.
