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Unique solar eclipse 2026: AIDA cruises on the high seas!
Experience the total solar eclipse on August 12, 2026 during unique cruises in the Mediterranean and along the Atlantic coast.
Unique solar eclipse 2026: AIDA cruises on the high seas!
On August 12, 2026, a total solar eclipse will be experienced across large parts of Europe, including Spain, Iceland and Greenland. This is an extraordinary astronomical event as the last total solar eclipse in Europe took place in 1999 and the next one is not expected until 2090. Cruises offer an optimal way to enjoy this spectacle, away from crowded coastal resorts.
Several tour operators, including AIDA, Mein Schiff, Costa and MSC, have planned special solar eclipse routes that run along the zone of totality. These routes pass along the Atlantic coast of Spain, off the Portuguese Algarve or in the open sea between Madeira and the Azores. AIDA, for example, offers numerous cruises that head to selected locations at sea or in ports during this celestial event to provide an unforgettable view of the dark sun.
Cruise offers in detail
AIDA has created several cruise options that give travelers the opportunity to experience the solar eclipse up close. The exact times of maximum darkness vary depending on the location and are between 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. in Central Europe. Here are some of the offers in detail:
- „Zur Sonnenfinsternis im Mittelmeer“: 7 Tage, 7. bis 14. August 2026, ab Barcelona, Preis ab 1.070 Euro pro Person.
- „Spanien, Frankreich & Italien mit Sonnenfinsternis“: 11 Tage, 7. bis 18. August 2026, ab Barcelona bis Civitavecchia, Preis ab 2.090 Euro pro Person inkl. Flug.
- „Zur Sonnenfinsternis im Mittelmeer“: 7 Tage, 8. bis 15. August 2026, ab Mallorca, Preis ab 1.720 Euro pro Person inkl. Flug.
- „Große Mittelmeer-Reise mit Sonnenfinsternis“: 14 Tage, 8. bis 22. August 2026, ab Mallorca, Preis ab 2.090 Euro pro Person inkl. Flug.
- „Mittelmeerinseln mit Sonnenfinsternis“: 11 Tage, 9. bis 20. August 2026, ab Palma de Mallorca, Preis ab 1.665 Euro pro Person.
- „Ärmelkanal & Golf von Biskaya mit Sonnenfinsternis“: 12 Tage, 7. bis 19. August 2026, ab Hamburg, Preis ab 1.970 Euro pro Person.
- „Schottland & Island mit Sonnenfinsternis“: 14 Tage, 2. bis 16. August 2026, ab Kiel, Preis ab 2.460 Euro pro Person.
In addition, other shipping companies such as TUI Cruises have also worked with theMy ship 2and theMy ship 3Solar eclipse cruises on the program. Costa Cruises and MSC also offer special itineraries that include the special benefits of a solar eclipse cruise, such as a relaxed atmosphere on board, lectures and astronomical accompaniment.
Benefits of Solar Eclipse Cruise
Witnessing the solar eclipse on a cruise ship has numerous benefits. Travelers enjoy the best views without crowds, comfortable accommodation and the opportunity to experience the event in a unique atmosphere. There is also a supporting program that rounds off the experience with exciting lectures and astronomical accompaniment.
AIDA also offers travel packages, which can incur additional costs of around 650 euros per person, depending on the departure airport. Overall, the total solar eclipse in 2026 promises to be an unforgettable experience between the sun, stars and the sound of the sea.
For more information about the cruise offers you can abendblatt.de and cruiseify.de visit.