In the wake of the recent solar eclipse, Cunard is preparing for the next celestial alignment, with cruise itineraries optimised for viewing the 2026 solar eclipse. This will take place on August 12 and will be visible in parts of North America and Europe in the afternoon.
Cunard will strategically position three of its vessels in the eclipse pathway, ensuring passengers will be able to savour the unique experience of viewing the phenomenon at sea.
“Watching a total solar eclipse from the sea is an utterly unique and very rare experience,” said Katie McAlister, President of Cunard.
The first of these cruises is a 14-night cruise on the Queen Mary 2 in Norway and Iceland. On the day of the eclipse, the liner will dock in Reykjavik, Iceland, for an overnight call. Guests will watch the eclipse while exploring the city or from the ship itself.
The second option is a European cruise on the Queen Anne. The seven-night trip will include visits to Spain and France. During the eclipse, passengers will depart from the Spanish port of La Coruña and will be able to enjoy the view from the ship’s deck.
Finally, guests aboard the Queen Victoria will sail through the Western Mediterranean. The week-long cruise from Civitavecchia (Rome) to Barcelona will offer guests viewpoints for the eclipse while it is docked in the Spanish town of Tarragona. The Queen Victoria has ample deck space, outdoor pools, and bars for an optimal viewing of the moon moving across the sun.
Cunard is represented by Whitestar Cruise & Travel in the South African market.
