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.
The much-anticipated celestial show of the year is far behind us. We are, of course, talking about the total solar eclipse, which—in case you didn't hear—occurred on April 8 and had millions of Americans staring at the sky in disbelief.
Even though some time may have passed since you last thought about this year's eclipse, it's already time to think about the next one. But if you're hoping the spectacle will 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 Greenland, Iceland, and Spain.
Stargazing fans and space enthusiasts are already excited, and the travel industry has kicked into high gear organizing eclipse-oriented trips, experiences, and more for the big event of 2026. Pretty wild, isn't it? However, if you think about how quickly many 2024 eclipse experiences sold out, it makes sense that the travel industry is already thinking ahead. You know, to give everyone a chance 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 until they sell out.
For those planning ahead, Holland America Line will be offering three different eclipse-centered itineraries in 2026, each of them varying in length. One option is 13 days long, and it will be located off the coast of Spain during the total solar eclipse. A 28-day option will allow passengers to witness the eclipse off the northwest coast of Iceland. The longest cruise of the three will be 35 days long, carrying passengers directly from the US to western Iceland for the big celestial event.
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 organized around the eclipse. Astronomy guide website Sky & Telescope has already mapped out (and is accepting reservations for) an 11-day itinerary in Spain, where between bopping from one city to another—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 be notified with full program details in the coming months.
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 cruising through Spain and France. The third alternative is to hop on a ship and head towards the Western Mediterranean, witnessing the total solar eclipse from there.
Other websites and travel organizers are offering more expansive 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 will be taking space enthusiasts on a 12-day trip through both Iceland and Greenland for the occasion.
Regardless of which trip you choose, always remember to stay safe during a total solar eclipse. You can check out our handy guide to safe and reliable eclipse glasses to buy and wear.