For the first time, many cruise lines are introducing a special cruise itinerary where guests can experience the 2026 Total Solar Eclipse at sea! This is an incredible package where guests can tick their bucket list off by experiencing the once in a lifetime Total Solar Eclipse.
You do not want to miss out on this rare opportunity as this event only happens around every 100 years! You will be able to watch The Total Solar Eclipse on the 12th August 2026.
Where can I watch the Total Eclipse?
The Total Eclipse will be an experience you do not want to miss with it only being visible across the northeast of the Arctic Ocean to the south through eastern Greenland, with the experience ending in the Balearic Sea. So really the best way to experience this incredible opportunity is by sea on a cruise ship!
With quite a few Total Solar Eclipse Sailings for you to embark here are the ones that have been released so far:
Azamara
Do you want a more intimate experience while experiencing the solar eclipse in 2026? Then why not embark on Azamara Journey and Azamara Onward where you can experience the Solar Eclipse at sea.
Azamara Journey will be sailing on an 18-night North American voyage from Iceland. With some great ports of call including Reykjavik, Isadjordur, St. John’s, Saguenay Fjord, Montreal and many more for you to look forward to.
The other sailing is Azamara Onward who will be sailing around the Mediterranean from Athens porting in some beautiful ports including Rome. Florence/Pisa, Nice and Barcelona just to name a few.
Carnival
Set sail on Carnival Legend from Dover, England and experience a rare experience!
Whilst onboard you will experience the Total Solar Eclipse whilst having fun at sea! This will allow Carnival Cruise Line guests to have the best view up on deck for this rare celestial occurrence. During this incredible experience, you can have fun exploring the cultural richness of Spain, Portugal and France.
Celebrity Cruises
Kick off your Solar Eclipse adventure with a 2-night hotel stay in Iceland’s capital Reykjavik, before embarking on Celebrity Cruises’ Celebrity Silhouette for a weeklong all-inclusive Iceland intensive cruise including a day at sea just off the coast of Iceland in order to witness the Total Solar Eclipse.
Or why not embark on Celebrity Apex and experience the best of Europe on the Med, Spain & Portugal. This 14-night Cruise will sail from Southampton. You will experience the Total Solar Eclipse at sea near the North of Spain.
Holland America Line
What better way to experience a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity than onboard 3 of Holland America Line Ships: Oosterdam, Nieuw Statendam and Zuiderdam! Onboard these voyages you must head up to the wraparound deck to experience the natural beauty of the solar eclipse.
Either choose to sail in the Mediterranean to experience the eclipse off the coast of Spain or if you prefer a cooler climate, then sail around Northern Europe instead and watch the show happen off the coast of Iceland. Why not sail on the popular Voyage of the Vikings cruise from Boston and take in the gorgeous sights of the eclipse.
P&O
You can experience the incredible beauty of a total solar eclipse on a P&O Cruise holiday on one of their gorgeous ships, Arcadia or Ventura.
The first sailing you can embark on is an Icelandic Adventure which is a 16-night itinerary which will be departing on 5th August. You will experience the eclipse in Isafjordur where the last total eclipse was visible in 1954!
The other sailing is a Spain & Portugal 14-night itinerary departing on 8th August. Whilst sailing on Arcadia you will be docked in El Ferrol where the eclipse will happen in the evening so you will want to keep a good lookout.
Princess Cruises
Looking to sail with Princess Cruises instead?
Take a 14-night Europe Round Trip on Sky Princess departing on 8th August. Stopping at some beautiful ports from Gibraltar to Malaga and more. On the day of the eclipse, Sky Princess will be at sea.
All sailors will be gathered on the top deck with Princess safety glasses for viewing, as well as lectures from astronomy experts, themed treats and drinks, stargazing at night, solar system trivia & more…
Virgin Voyages
Ahoy Sailor! Are you read to embark on one of Virgin’s Marvelous Voyages. Experience an eclipse like never before either in Ibiza or Iceland. An exquisite lineup of tailored events, special guests, workshops, and experiences make these two sailings unparalleled and unmissable.
Sailors can experience some ethereal extras on their eclipse voyages with fantastic programmes, galactic experts, and one-of-a-kind souvenirs that are guaranteed to make your unforgettable voyage even more memorable.
