Sarah Bretz, ContributorOceania Cruises has announced that it will be offering four more solar eclipse sailings, providing five voyages in total where guests can view the cosmic event.
The collection of cruises will see guests positioned to experience the phenomenon on August 12, 2026 off the shores of Ireland, Iceland, Portugal, and the United Kingdom. Marina will be positioned in the path of 100 percent totality and Insignia, Sirena, and Vista will each be in the path of more than 90 percent totality.
Oceania’s enrichment programs will enhance the experience with expert insights from an impressive roster of guest speakers, including astronomers and NASA ambassadors.
During the eclipse itself, guests will be invited to join a series of deck parties alongside solar-themed food such as solar eclipse cookies, star-shaped sandwiches, half-moon shrimp empanadas with chimichurri sauce, eclipse-inspired passion fruit macarons, and more.
Marina : 14-day cruise in the path of totality
Marina‘s immersive itinerary sets sail on July 30th from Copenhagen to Reykjavik. Along the way, guests will visit ports including Invergordon, Scrabster, and Akureyri, and enjoy shore excursions ranging from visits to medieval castles and whale watching to bike tours through unspoiled nature reserves. The prime eclipse viewing will occur while departing Grundarfjordur, Iceland. On board, published astronomer Dennis Mammana will guide guests through the wonders and mysteries of the cosmos.
Insignia: 12-day cruise in 97 percent totality
Insignia‘s eclipse sailing departs August 3rd in Reykjavik and concludes in Southampton, England. During the voyage, guests will visit charming ports including Killybegs, Dingle, and Cork, and can experience unique tours, from relaxing in outdoor lagoons or hiking through the Highlands to horseback riding in glacial landscapes. The highlight of the journey will be the prime eclipse viewing, which will take place at sea, near Glengarriff, Ireland.
To enrich the experience, astronomer and former NASA space shuttle mission specialist applicant Dr. Jerry Krassner, known as “The Wizard of Stars,” will be on board to share his expertise and guide budding astronomers through the solar eclipse.
Vista: 25-day cruise in 93 percent totality
Vista‘s 25-day Grand Voyage, sailing roundtrip from Southampton, departs on August 2nd. It includes calls to destinations including Falmouth, Holyhead, and Kristiansand. Shore excursion options include exploring 13th-century medieval castles, walking lush subtropical gardens, and indulging in traditional pub lunches.
The solar eclipse will be viewed from a prime position off the coast of Belfast as the Oceania Cruises ship departs Northern Ireland, heading toward Douglas, Isle of Man (United Kingdom). During the voyage, NASA Solar System Ambassador Ted Blank will captivate guests with his extensive knowledge of astronomy and the solar system.
For a shorter cruise option on Vista, guests can join the 15-day segment of the Grand Voyage which departs from Belfast, Northern Ireland on August 12th. The journey to Southampton will take travelers through the British Isles and Baltic gems, including stops in Scrabster, Copenhagen, and Berlin. Guests will have the opportunity to tour renowned whisky distilleries, visit iconic landmarks, and explore cities like a true local, with the highlight being the solar eclipse spectacle.
Sirena: 12-day cruise in 94 percent totality
Departing from Southampton on August 5th and concluding in Barcelona, Sirena‘s voyage along the Iberian Peninsula will offer guests the chance to explore picturesque ports such as Ferrol, Oporto, and Almeria. Travelers will have the option to experience one-of-a-kind shore excursions including shepherding for a day, traditional river cruises, and forest cycling adventures. A memorable part of the journey will be the prime eclipse viewing as the ship sails away from Lisbon, Portugal. An enrichment guest speaker is soon to be announced.
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