EXPERIENCE THE AUGUST 12, 2026, SOLAR ECLIPSE OFF THE COAST OF SPAIN

Sail the sunny Mediterranean on your Spain eclipse adventure, based aboard the Holland America ms Oosterdam. Take in some of the cultural touchstones arrayed across the shores of this vibrant region. From Lisbon and the Pillars of Hercules to the columns of the Parthenon, you’ll see overlapping traces of the ancient cultures who laid the foundations of the Mediterranean world. Whether you’re a Roman history buff, or a foodie, or simply like to make the most of the moment, you’ll gain a world of experience from our time in port.

Along with a memorable and unique encounter with totality, you can enrich your eclipse experience, if you wish, with our optional onboard onference program. You can absorb the latest in contemporary astronomy and gain new perspectives on solar science.

The 2026 eclipse is an unusual one, occuring at sunset, providing a rare and beautiful photography opportunity. (The sun and moon will look a bit eliptical (perfect white circle superimposed).) Join the fun and immerse yourself in eclipse astronomy and the Mediterraneans many pleasures and hospitality. When it’s time to capture eclipse memories, tap our expertise. Reserve now for best cabin selection as this sailing is guaranteed to sell out.

PRICING & GENERAL INFO.

To see what cabins are available at any given time, please visit our BOOKING tab where you can also get a quick price quote. For those attending our FULL CONFERENCE program, there is a $1,650 fee (for 16 talks) (NOTE: very limited capacity). Or, listen to each of our speakers at least once (nine talks in all) in our MINI CONFERENCE ($950). There is a Facility Fee ($200) for all non-conference attendees (details). For detailed info and pictures of our ship, please visit the CABIN & SHIP INFO tab. For the cruise itinerary please review our MAP. Add’l pp fees: Non-refundable Booking Service Fee ($150), cruiseline gratuities (about $16 per day), and Insight Cruises’ Tour Leader gratuities ($10 per day). We offer a one-hour cocktail-party package, for all 13 nights, (includes an open bar) for an additional $275 (no charge for the cocktail party package if you purchase our FULL conference package). All prices and fees are detailed on the PRICING & TERMS tab.

Program is subject to change.