Oceania adds four solar eclipse sailings for 2026

Oceania Cruises has added four solar eclipse sailings to its line-up for next year, taking its total to five.

During the eclipse on August 12, 2026, each of the cruises will be positioned in a “prime location” in its path to allow for the best possible viewpoint.

The line will put on deck parties with solar-themed cuisine and offer a programme of speakers on board each sailing, including astronomers and Nasa ambassadors.

Oceania Marina will sail a 14-day cruise from July 30, 2026 from Copenhagen to Reykjavik, costing from £4,809 per person for an inside stateroom.

Marina will be positioned for the eclipse near Grundarfjordur, Iceland.

Oceania Insignia will operate a 12-day cruise departing Reykjavik to Southampton, leading in at £3,609 per person for an inside stateroom.

Insignia will be in the path of the eclipse near Glengariff, Ireland.

Oceania Vista’s solar eclipse cruise will be a 25-day Grand Voyage sailing a round trip from Southampton on August 2 and leading in at £9,129 per person for a French Veranda stateroom.

Passengers can also choose a shorter segment of the voyage on Vista with a 15-day option departing Belfast on August 12, which starts at £5,289 per person for a French Veranda stateroom.

The eclipse will be viewable from Vista off the coast of Belfast.

Oceania Sirena will offer a 12-day cruise along the Iberian Peninsula, sailing from Southampton on August 5 to Barcelona, Spain, with fares leading in at £3,209 per person for an inside stateroom.

Passengers will be able to view the eclipse off the coast of Lisbon, Portugal.

Jason Montague, chief luxury officer at Oceania Cruises, said: “There is no better way to witness the grandeur of a total solar eclipse than from the comfort of an Oceania Cruises ship, where our guests can enjoy this rare cosmic event at sea, away from city lights and distractions.

“With four ships now positioned within the eclipse path, we are delivering an unparalleled experience combining luxury, enrichment, and an awe-inspiring natural wonder, while maintaining our commitment to delivering The Finest Cuisine at Sea.”