- Holland America has recently launched new cruises focusing on the solar eclipse that will occur in 2027.
- The cruise line will offer two trips during which ships will travel through the path totality of eclipse, off the coast of North Africa.
- These voyages feature onboard lectures and visits to significant astronomical sites. They also include access to eclipse glasses.
It is more than a full year before the next solar eclipse, which will occur on August 12, 2026. One cruise line has already begun planning for the next occurrence of the celestial phenomenon, which will take place in 2027.
Holland America Line a Travel + Leisure World’s Best The winner of the midsize ocean cruise line has announced two new itineraries to coincide with this rare sky event on August 2, 2027. This eclipse will last around six minutes—almost two minutes longer than 2024’s solar eclipse.
You can also read about how to use Nieuw Statendam The following are some examples of how to get started: Oosterdam The word “will” is a phrase that has been used to describe the future. anchored off the coast of North Africa Catch the path of totality of the eclipse as part of a longer itinerary cruising the Mediterranean.
It is important to note that the word “you” means “you”. 28-Day Legendary Iberian Solar Eclipse & Cosmic Port Explorer The departure date is July 10, 2027. This cruise allows you to view the eclipse from the 2 666 passenger vessel. Nieuw Statendam The 24th day is spent anchored off of the coast of Morocco.
Itinerary includes ports in Denmark, England, France, Spain, Portugal and Morocco. Shore excursions are available that will complement your astronomy theme. A visit to Stonehenge is a good example. This historic site was built in England to align with winter and summer solstices.
Shorter is better 14-Day Solar Eclipse & Astronomical DiscoveryThe cruise departs Athens on July 31. You can view the eclipse in Tunisia from the third day of the cruise aboard the 1,964 passenger vessel. Oosterdam. The ship will then set sail for other ports in Greece and Malta. The ship will also take you to other ports in Greece, Malta and Italy.
Many cruise lines have added itineraries as solar eclipse tourism is gaining in popularity. They want to make sure their ships are at the perfect place and time to capture the moment when the sun disappears behind the shadow of the moon.
The excitement surrounding a total solar Eclipse in the last few years was palpable, and we jumped on the opportunity to create more itinerary that gives our guests the unparalleled opportunity of viewing an eclipse at sea, said Paul Grigsby. Holland America Line Vice President of Deployment, in a press release obtained by Travel + Leisure. “When you’re at sea, there is a greater opportunity to witness an eclipse in the clear because the ship can attempt to position itself away from cloud cover—and the view on the horizon means you get more of the shadow coming in and going out,” he said in the statement.
You can expect an onboard program full of enrichment and expert-led talks centered around eclipses, no matter which cruise you choose. And don’t worry about packing any special equipment—the ships will have eclipse glasses ready for passengers Wear.
Reservations are now open Book early to get the best price for both sailings.
