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Costa Rica, Panama & Machu Picchu Cruise Tour
Jan 26, 2027 — Feb 7, 2027
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PUERTO CALDERA, SAN JOSE' → COLON
12 Nights on Star Legend
Trek through misty Costa Rican rainforests, immerse yourself in Panama's Embera native traditions, and add an inland journey to Machu Picchu’s iconic Incan ruins celebrated among the world’s seven wonders during this cruise tour. Experience a Peruvian adventure to the Machu Picchu citadel and indulge in Andean cuisine during stops at Sacred Valley's aromatic Urubamba market and Lima's vibrant and eclectic Barranco artist district. Glide past engineering marvels and bustling global shipping during a fully guided daylight transit of the Panama Canal. Take part in a ceviche workshop at a boutique hotel in the bohemian neighborhood of Barranco, learning to prepare this iconic Peruvian dish that has gained worldwide fame. Cast a line for feisty roosterfish off Isla Parida's emerald coast. Seek out bright-beaked toucans and skittering capuchin monkeys atop Costa Rica's rainforest canopies.






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Learn insights from presentations given by our Costa Rican Naturalists who will be on board the entire cruise.
Explore the beaches and wildlife of Manuel Antonio National Park.
Take a guided tour of Cusco, a UNESCO world heritage site.
Transit the Panama Canal during the day at eye-level while a canal expert explains its significance and engineering.
Experience a one in a lifetime half-day guided tour of Machu Picchu, followed by a scenic Vistadome train journey.
This cruise utilizes wet landings to get you up-close to natural wonders.
Savor the delicious spreads of both Windstar's Signature Onboard Barbecue and Signature Beach Party to tantalize your taste buds.

Located on the Gulf of Nicoya, the small town of Puerto Caldera is one of Costa Rica's top attractions, perfect for travelers who like more off the beaten path destinations where the native Tico lifestyle can be experienced. It is the gateway to San Jose, Jaco and the big city of Puntarenas, plus Los Suenos and Tortuga Island. Carara National Park is nearby, the rainforest home to crocodiles, over 400 species of birds and is considered the most likely place to see scarlet macaws.
Available Excursions
Puerto Caldera
Time
8:01 AMDuration
4 HoursActivity Level
ModerateAdd during booking
$189
Puerto Caldera
Time
8:01 AMDuration
5 HoursActivity Level
Easy-ModerateAdd during booking
$145

The former banana-exporting town of Quepos is your basecamp for a day of rainforest adventure. Take a walk along trails that weave up to waterfalls, or ride horseback to a beautiful jungle pool. A float trip through a mangrove swamp populated by monkeys, crocodiles, egrets, and herons is also available. Or you may choose a nature walk through Manuel Antonio National Park, with its lovely beaches, easy trails, and abundant animal life.
Available Excursions
Quepos
Time
8:00 AMDuration
5.75 HoursActivity Level
Moderate-StrenuousAdd during booking
$169
Quepos
Time
10:00 AMDuration
3.5 HoursActivity Level
EasyAdd during booking
$139
Quepos
Time
8:00 AMDuration
5 HoursActivity Level
EasyAdd during booking
$209
Quepos
Time
6:30 AMDuration
4.5 HoursActivity Level
Moderate-StrenuousAdd during booking
$149
Quepos
Time
8:00 AMDuration
5.75 HoursActivity Level
Easy-ModerateAdd during booking
$159
Quepos
Time
10:00 AMDuration
6 HoursActivity Level
StrenuousAdd during booking
$219

Picture Jurassic foliage growing down steep hillsides all the way to the waterline, the hoots of monkeys echoing through trees choked by orchids. Golfo Dulce is one of Costa Rica's most biodiverse areas, where both the jungle and the sea brim with life. Explore the canals by kayak in search of javelinas, butterflies, and more bird species than in all of North America. This port is accessed with a wet landing.
Available Excursions
Golfo Dulce
Time
6:30 AMDuration
3.5 HoursActivity Level
EasyAdd during booking
$205
Golfo Dulce
Time
6:30 AMDuration
4 HoursActivity Level
Easy-ModerateAdd during booking
$205
Golfo Dulce
Time
6:30 AMDuration
6.5 HoursActivity Level
ModerateAdd during booking
$135
Golfo Dulce
Time
6:30 AMDuration
3.5 HoursActivity Level
ModerateAdd during booking
$185
Golfo Dulce
Time
6:30 AMDuration
3.5 HoursActivity Level
StrenuousAdd during booking
$149

Located within a Nature Preserve of 50 islands, and part of Chiriqui Marine National Park lovely Isla Parida boasts magnificent beaches, one of which is over 1,300 feet long. The crystal clear waters stay at 82 degrees year round and are filled with marine life. There are numerous hardwood trees like teak, mahogany, and eucalyptus, and fruit trees like mango, banana and coconut trees. Here you will be treated to Windstar's Signature Beach Party on a secluded beach that faces the Pacific Ocean.

One of the entrances to the Panama Canal on the Pacific side, Balboa/Fuerte Amador was founded in 1519 and is a short distance from Panama City. In 2012 Balboa was ranked #1 in Latin America in the category of world's busiest container ports. Sightseeing highlights include the colonial homes, the Administration Building, the Goethals Memorial, the Prado, and the local handicraft markets of traditional Panamanian crafts.

At nearly 48 miles long, on your transit through the Panama Canal you will enter three sets of locks that raise and lower the vessel 85 feet between the calm Pacific Ocean and the shimmering waters of the Atlantic. Your voyage features a daylight hours transit with numerous observation vantage points for outside viewing and comfortable indoor air-conditioned lounges. Expert onboard commentary enhances your journey as you watch the day to day workings of this bucket list experience.

Explore the inner workings of the Panama Canal, head into the jungle to meet with Embera Indians, or take an aerial tram ride through the rainforest canopy.
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