Currently I can offer enhanced pricing and amenities on the following carefully curated selection of itineraries for the 2027 Total Solar Eclipse. I will be watching and adding new itineraries from other lines as they are issued, as well as options for 2028 when they become available. Now would be a great time to secure your spot on any of these fantastic cruises!.
Please note that advertised prices may be for group rate cabin inventory and subject to limited space availability. Offer limited to residents of the United States only. As required by cruise line agreements, all starting prices include required taxes fees and port expenses. Daily gratuities and travel insurance (highly recommended) are not included.
Starting at $4,979 per person, double occupancy.
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Sail aboard Enchanted Princess for a 14-night Mediterranean cruise round-trip from Rome (Civitavecchia). The voyage visits a spectacular range of ports: Livorno (Florence/Pisa), Genoa, Marseille, Barcelona, Palma de Mallorca, Cartagena, Málaga, Gibraltar — and includes a special sea day on August 2 for the 2027 total solar eclipse. The cruise wraps up with stops in Palermo and Naples before returning to Rome. It’s an ideal mix of iconic European cities, Mediterranean coastal vibes, and a once-in-a-lifetime celestial event to remember.
This sailing is part of the Distinctive Voyages collection, where guests who book through a qualifying travel advisor will receive a complimentary exclusive shore excursion, a cocktail reception, and the services of a Distinctive Voyages host to answer questions and assist you during the voyage! These amenities are provided at no additional charge.
Starting from $3123 per person, double occupancy
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Sail aboard Celebrity Ascent on July 26, 2027, for an unforgettable 11-night Italy & Spain voyage round-trip from Rome. This stunning Mediterranean itinerary visits iconic ports including Florence/Pisa, Portofino, Barcelona, Cartagena, Málaga, Cagliari, and Palermo—plus a special at-sea day positioned for the 2027 solar eclipse. Enjoy the elegance of Celebrity’s Edge-class ship while exploring historic cities, coastal charm, and breathtaking summer scenery across Italy and Spain.
This sailing is part of the Distinctive Voyages collection, where guests who book through a qualifying travel advisor will receive a complimentary exclusive shore excursion, a cocktail reception, and the services of a Distinctive Voyages host to answer questions and assist you during the voyage! These amenities are provided at no additional charge.
Please feel free to contact me for a quote.
Starting from $2095 per person, double occupancy.
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Set sail July 31, 2027 aboard Celebrity Xcel for a 7-night Spain & Morocco cruise, round-trip from Barcelona, Spain. Ports of call include Palma de Mallorca, Tangier, Morocco, Cadiz, Spain (for Seville), Málaga, Spain, and Ibiza, Spain — with one special day at sea (August 2) positioned for the 2027 solar eclipse. The itinerary blends vibrant Mediterranean cities, historic Moroccan culture, seaside Spanish charm, and the chance to witness a rare celestial event.
This sailing is part of the Distinctive Voyages collection, where guests who book through a qualifying travel advisor will receive a complimentary exclusive shore excursion, a cocktail reception, and the services of a Distinctive Voyages host to answer questions and assist you during the voyage! These amenities are provided at no additional charge.
Starting from $1579 per person, double occupancy.
Set sail July 29, 2027 aboard Carnival Miracle on an 11-night Carnival Journeys Solar Eclipse cruise, round-trip from Dover, England. The voyage includes a special sea day on August 2 dedicated to viewing the 2027 total solar eclipse, followed by port calls in Guernsey, Lisbon, Portugal, Porto (Leixões), La Coruña, Spain, Le Havre, France (gateway to Paris), and Zeebrugge, Belgium. Carniva's Fun Ship experience combined with this amazing celestial event should be a Journey to remember!
Set sail July 31, 2027 aboard MS Oosterdam from Piraeus (Athens), Greece for a 21-night “Mediterranean Solar Eclipse with HISTORY Channel” voyage ending in Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy. On August 2, the ship will be strategically positioned at sea off the North African/Tunisian coast to offer passengers a front-row seat to the 2027 total solar eclipse under optimal sky conditions. After the eclipse, the journey visits a rich mix of Mediterranean destinations including Tunis (La Goulette), Valletta, Malta, Cagliari (Sardinia), Palermo and Messina (Sicily), plus Greek ports such as Corfu, Kefalonia (Argostoli), Crete (Souda/Chania), and more — culminating with a final call in Naples, Italy and arrival in Rome. The extended itinerary blends historic coastal cities, island culture, Mediterranean flair, and once-in-a-lifetime celestial viewing. Onboard, guests enjoy full amenities, enriched programming from HISTORY Channel, and the relaxed elegance that Holland America is known for, making this cruise a perfect mix of discovery, culture, and cosmic wonder.
Set sail July 23, 2027 aboard Queen Victoria for a 14-night “Portugal, Spain & Morocco” voyage from Southampton, United Kingdom and back. This itinerary visits vibrant locales like Lisbon (Portugal), Cádiz (for Seville, Spain), Valencia and Barcelona (Spain), and Tangier (Morocco), where the ship will be docked during the 2027 solar eclipse, giving guests the chance to view totality from shore or on curated excursions ashore. Guests will enjoy Cunard’s refined onboard experience — elegant lounges, multiple dining options, and relaxed deck-side eclipse viewing — while exploring a rich mix of historic cities, coastal charm, and Mediterranean and North African culture.
Starting at $3599 per person, double occupancy.
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Set sail July 31, 2027 aboard Oosterdam from Athens (Port of Piraeus) for a 14-night Mediterranean voyage. On August 2, the cruise will be positioned off the coast of Tunisia to offer guests prime viewing of the 2027 total solar eclipse. After the eclipse, the journey continues to ports including La Goulette (Tunisia), Valletta (Malta), Cagliari, Palermo, and Messina (Italy), and several Greek destinations — combining historic coastal cities, island charm, and Mediterranean culture. Throughout the cruise, enjoy the comfort and elegance of Holland America’s onboard experience, with the added bonus of an eclipse-focused adventure at sea.
This sailing is part of the Distinctive Voyages collection, where guests who book through a qualifying travel advisor will receive a complimentary exclusive shore excursion, a cocktail reception, and the services of a Distinctive Voyages host to answer questions and assist you during the voyage! These amenities are provided at no additional charge.
Please feel free to contact me for quotes on any cruise that you are interested in. I do not charge any planning or research fees.