October 7, 2026
8-Night Mediterranean Cruise
Departing from Civitavecchia
From
$8,808
Price / day
$1,101
Wind Surf|Star Legend
Wind Surf vs Star Legend
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Wind Surf
Windstar Cruises
Check prices on CruiseDirectVS
Newer Ship
Star Legend
Built in 1992
2 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Star Legend
$614 / day
$193 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Star Legend
47 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Wind Surf vs Star Legend: Quick Comparison
Star Legend is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 1992, it is 2 years newer than Wind Surf, which entered service in 1990. Wind Surf is approximately 48% larger by gross tonnage at 14,745 GT. Wind Surf also carries 130 more passengers. Wind Surf has upcoming sailings in Mediterranean, while Star Legend has sailings in Mediterranean. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Star Legend has the lower average starting price per day. The sailings shown cover a similar region and trip length, so the price per day figures are reasonably close to like-for-like. Cruise fares vary significantly by itinerary, departure date and cabin availability, so any price difference should be treated as a snapshot rather than a permanent gap.
Ship Comparison
| Spec | Wind Surf | Star Legend |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 1990 | 1992Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 14,745 GT | 9,961 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 342 | 212 |
| Space per Passenger | 43.1 GT | 47 GT |
| Length | 163.07 m | 135 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Wind Surf vs Star Legend
Age
Star Legend was built in 1992, making it 2 years newer than Wind Surf, which was built in 1990.
Size
At 14,745 GT, Wind Surf is approximately 48% larger by gross tonnage than Star Legend at 9,961 GT.
Passenger capacity
Wind Surf carries up to 342 passengers compared with 212 aboard Star Legend, a difference of 130 passengers.
Passenger space
Star Legend offers more space per passenger: 47 GT per guest, compared with 43.1 aboard Wind Surf. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Wind Surf and Star Legend cover a similar region and trip length.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Star Legend has the lower average starting price per day at $614 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
Wind Surf
James Beard Foundation & Wine Cruise: Classic Italy & Dalmatian Coast
- Departure Port
- Civitavecchia
- Region
- Mediterranean
- Nights
- 8
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Oct 7, 2026Civitavecchia
- Day 2 · Oct 8, 2026Sorrento
- Day 3 · Oct 9, 2026Giardini Naxos
- Day 4 · Oct 10, 2026At Sea
- Day 5 · Oct 11, 2026Kotor
- Day 6 · Oct 12, 2026Dubrovnik
- Day 7 · Oct 13, 2026Trogir
- Day 8 · Oct 14, 2026Rovinj
- Day 9 · Oct 15, 2026Venice
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Star Legend
Star Collector: Mediterranean Masterpieces of Italy & Northern Greece
- Departure Port
- Civitavecchia
- Region
- Mediterranean
- Nights
- 14
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 19, 2026Civitavecchia
- Day 2 · Sep 20, 2026Sorrento
- Day 3 · Sep 21, 2026Messina
- Day 4 · Sep 22, 2026At Sea
- Day 5 · Sep 23, 2026Gythion
- Day 6 · Sep 24, 2026Monemvasia
- Day 7 · Sep 25, 2026Piraeus
- Day 8 · Sep 26, 2026Kusadasi
- Day 9 · Sep 27, 2026At Sea
- Day 10 · Sep 28, 2026Kavala
- Day 11 · Sep 29, 2026Thessaloniki
- Day 12 · Sep 30, 2026Thessaloniki
- Day 13 · Oct 1, 2026Volos
- Day 14 · Oct 2, 2026Skopelos
- Day 15 · Oct 3, 2026Piraeus
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Wind Surf
October 25, 2026
5-Night Mediterranean Cruise
Departing from Civitavecchia
From
$2,561
Price / day
$512
Star Legend
September 19, 2026
14-Night Mediterranean Cruise
Departing from Civitavecchia
From
$8,209
Price / day
$586
September 19, 2026
6-Night Mediterranean Cruise
Departing from Civitavecchia
From
$3,845
Price / day
$641
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Wind Surf
Average
$807 / day
VS
Star Legend
Average
$614 / day
Star Legend is currently 24% cheaper per day for comparable sailings
$614/day vs $807/day
About $193 less per day
This comparison is based on the upcoming sailings currently shown.
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Wind Surf if…
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Mediterranean.
- Departing from Civitavecchia works for your plans.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Star Legend.
Choose Star Legend if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You value having more space per passenger (higher GT-per-guest ratio).
- You want to sail in Mediterranean.
- Departing from Civitavecchia works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
Wind Surf vs Star Legend: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Star Legend
Built in 1992
2 years newer
Bigger
Wind Surf
14,745 GT
48% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Star Legend
$614 / day
About $193 less per day
- Star Legend is 2 years newer.
- Wind Surf is 48% larger by gross tonnage.
- Wind Surf carries 130 more passengers.
- Star Legend offers more space per passenger (47 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Wind Surf or Star Legend?
Star Legend is newer. It was built in 1992, while Wind Surf was built in 1990, making Star Legend 2 years newer.
Which is bigger, Wind Surf or Star Legend?
Wind Surf is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 14,745 GT compared with Star Legend at 9,961 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Wind Surf has a passenger capacity of approximately 342, compared with 212 for Star Legend.
Which ship is more spacious, Wind Surf or Star Legend?
Star Legend has the higher passenger space ratio at 47 GT per passenger, versus 43.1 for Wind Surf. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Which ship is cheaper, Wind Surf or Star Legend?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Star Legend has the lower average starting price per day at $614 per day versus $807 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Wind Surf sail?
The upcoming Wind Surf sailings currently listed cover Mediterranean, departing from Civitavecchia.
Related Cruise Ship Comparisons
Explore Upcoming Cruises
Wind Surf
Windstar Cruises
Star Legend
Windstar Cruises