Sun Princess Unveils New Solar Eclipse Cruise for 2026

Princess Cruises, the world’s most iconic cruise line, has announced an exciting new addition to its lineup: a second Total Solar Eclipse cruise option aboard its newest and most stunning ship, the Sun Princess. This special voyage, set to take place in August 2026, will offer passengers a unique opportunity to witness one of nature’s most breathtaking spectacles.

A Front-Row Seat to the 2026 Solar Eclipse

The Sun Princess will depart from Barcelona on August 8, 2026, with a reworked itinerary designed to position the ship off the coast of southern Spain on August 12. Here, eclipse enthusiasts can marvel at the total totality of two minutes and 18 seconds. This voyage is part of a series of seven- to 21-day Mediterranean cruises, departing from several popular ports and offering various itinerary options to suit all travellers.

Itinerary Highlights

• Roundtrip from Rome: 21-day Best of the Mediterranean with Total Solar Eclipse (July 25, 2026) – Includes stops in Naples, Crete, Kusadasi, Mykonos, Athens, Santorini, Bar, Corfu, Sicily, Barcelona, Gibraltar, Cartagena, and Florence/Pisa.
• Athens to Rome: 14-day Mediterranean with Total Solar Eclipse (August 1, 2026) – Visits Santorini, Bar, Corfu, Sicily, Barcelona, Gibraltar, Cartagena, Florence/Pisa, ending in Rome.
• Roundtrip from Athens: 21-day Best of the Mediterranean with Total Solar Eclipse (August 1, 2026) – Includes Santorini, Bar, Corfu, Sicily, Barcelona, Gibraltar, Cartagena, Florence/Pisa, Rome, Naples, Crete, Kusadasi, and Mykonos.
• Barcelona to Rome: 7-day Mediterranean with Total Solar Eclipse (August 8, 2026) – Departs from Barcelona, visiting Gibraltar, Cartagena, Florence/Pisa, and arriving in Rome.
• Barcelona to Athens: 14-day Mediterranean with Total Solar Eclipse (August 8, 2026) – Travels from Barcelona to Gibraltar, Cartagena, Florence/Pisa, Rome, Naples, Crete, Kusadasi, Mykonos, and arrives in Athens.
• Roundtrip Barcelona: 21-day Best of Mediterranean with Total Solar Eclipse (August 8, 2026) – Visits Gibraltar, Cartagena, Florence/Pisa, Rome, Naples, Crete, Kusadasi, Mykonos, Athens, Santorini, Bar, Corfu, and Sicily.

“Sun Princess truly lives up to its name, offering an out-of-this-world experience with a front-row seat for a total eclipse of the sun,” said John Padgett, president of Princess Cruises. “Following the incredible response to our solar eclipse voyages last year, we’re thrilled to have both Sky Princess and Sun Princess providing guests with the unique opportunity to experience one of nature’s most breathtaking spectacles.”

Onboard Eclipse Experience

The Sun Princess 2026 Total Eclipse Voyage is now open for booking. During the eclipse, guests will gather on the top decks with Princess safety glasses to view the eclipse and enjoy lectures from astronomy experts, themed treats and drinks, stargazing at night, solar system trivia, and more. Guests are encouraged to set up their telescopes on deck and wear festive eclipse-themed apparel and accessories.

In addition to the Sun Princess, the 14-day Total Solar Eclipse Mediterranean cruise aboard the 3,560-guest Sky Princess will sail from August 8-22, 2026, roundtrip from Southampton. This itinerary includes visits to seven historical and vibrant ports, including Cherbourg, France; Bilbao, Spain; Malaga, Spain; Cartagena, Spain; Gibraltar; Lisbon; and La Coruña, Spain.

With these exciting new itineraries, Princess Cruises continues to offer unparalleled experiences, combining luxury travel with the awe-inspiring beauty of a total solar eclipse. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this extraordinary journey!