The Top Cruises and Tours to Book for the 2026 Solar Eclipse
A number of travel organizations are now accepting reservations for the next big eclipse.
It's done. The much-anticipated celestial show of the year is officially behind us. We are, of course, talking about the total solar eclipse, which, in case you didn't hear, occurred two days ago on April 8 and had millions of Americans staring at the sky in disbelief.
So now, while we're still riding the wave of eclipse-mandated excitement, it's time to be thinking about the next one. If you were hoping it'd bless the US for the second time in a row, you'll be disappointed. The next total solar eclipse will, in fact, happen on August 12, 2026, and its path of totality will spread from the Arctic all the way down to northeastern Portugal, crossing three other countries as well, including Greenland, Iceland, and Spain.
Stargazing fans and space enthusiasts are already excited, and the travel industry has already been in high gear organizing trips, experiences, and events that are eclipse-oriented for the big event of 2026. Pretty wild, isn't it? However, if you think about how fast many 2024 eclipse experiences sold out, it makes sense that the travel industry is already thinking ahead. You know, to give a chance to everyone to experience the eclipse at some point.
As of right now, many tours, cruises, and experience packages for the planet's next total solar eclipse are already very much open for booking, though it may not be long before they sell out.
For those planning ahead, astronomy-focused tour company Sirius Travel is now accepting reservations for both its Mallorca, Spain and Iceland trips in August 2026, and they are both, of course, geared towards the eclipse. Astronomy guide website Sky & Telescope has already mapped out (and is accepting reservations for) an 11-day itinerary of Spain, where between one city and the other—including Barcelona, Aragon, and Madrid—guests will also be able to marvel at the gorgeous eclipse.
While a few organizations are already accepting reservations for their 2026 eclipse trips, others are still ironing out details—but general plans are already public and available. TravelQuest International, for example, has already announced plans for both Spain and an Iceland eclipse tours, and those interested can sign up to get notified with full program details in the coming months.
If you look at the 2026 path of totality you'll also notice that a good section of it will fall on the Arctic and the Atlantic Ocean. And you know what that means—eclipse cruise trips! Princess Cruises—which welcomed guests aboard its ships for the 2024 eclipse as well—is launching another eclipse cruise package aboard the Sky Princess for 2026, which will take guests close to Spain on the day of the eclipse. Reservations for this eclipse cruise open on May 23 on Princess Cruises' website.
Cunard Cruises has also announced three different eclipse trips for 2026. Guests will be able to see the eclipse from three different marvelous spots, depending on the itinerary they pick. One will take them to Norway and Iceland, while another one will have guests cruise through Spain and France. The third alternative is to hop on a ship and head towards the Western Mediterranean, and witness the total solar eclipse from there.
Holland America Line will also be offering different eclipse-centered itineraries in 2026, but details are yet to be announced. As USA Today reports, the cruise line is planning three different sailings in Europe for the event to allow guests to be in the path of totality.
Other websites and travel organizers are offering even longer and wider trips, taking guests across multiple countries. Eclipse Traveler, for example, is offering a 15-night trip across both Portugal and Spain to ultimately witness the celestial event, while Astro Trails is willing to take space enthusiasts on a 12-day trip through both Iceland and Greenland for the occasion.
Regardless of which trip you choose to participate in, always remember to stay safe during a total solar eclipse. You can check out our handy guide on what safe and reliable eclipse glasses to buy and wear.