Princess Cruises has announced a third voyage in its 2026 Total Solar Eclipse series: a 14-day "Mediterranean & Adriatic with Total Solar Eclipse" cruise onboard the Enchanted Princess. Departing round-trip from Rome on August 4, 2026, this journey will offer an immersive exploration across Southern Europe’s iconic coastal cities with a viewing of the rare celestial event.
The new Enchanted Princess sailing joins two other eclipse-focused Princess cruises onboard Sky Princess (August 8, 2026, from Southampton) and Sun Princess (seven-, 14- and 21-day itineraries departing from Barcelona and Athens). With a prime viewing spot off the coast of Eastern Spain, eclipse devotees can marvel in the two minutes and 18 seconds of totality on August 12, 2026.
Highlights of the Enchanted Princess itinerary, sailing August 4-18, 2026, include:
- Civitavecchia (Rome) – Travelers will begin and end their journey in the "Eternal City"
- Naples (for Capri & Pompeii) – Guests will discover ancient ruins or relax on the Amalfi Coast
- Kotor, Montenegro – A scenic town set in a fjord-like bay
- Dubrovnik, Croatia – Guests will get an opportunity to walk the walls of this medieval city on the Adriatic
- Corfu, Greece – Cruisers will enjoy this island’s blend of beaches and Old Town charm
- Messina & Palermo, Sicily – Guests will get a chance to see Mt. Etna or tour baroque treasures and bustling markets
- Gibraltar – Here, travelers can gaze across the Strait from the iconic Rock
- Alicante, Spain – A coastal retreat with rich heritage and lively boulevards
- Barcelona, Spain – Gaudí’s architecture and vibrant culture are a top draw here
During the eclipse, guests will gather on the top decks with Princess eclipse-viewing glasses, and enjoy lectures from astronomy experts, themed treats and drinks, stargazing at night, solar system trivia and more. Guests are even encouraged to set up their own telescopes on deck and wear festive eclipse-themed apparel and accessories.
To book, visit www.princess.com.
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