Solar Eclipse Cruise: Italy & Malta

July 26 - August 07, 2027

Length: 13 days

Region(s): Europe

Activity Level: Activity indicator paw

Type: Land, Cruise

Experience a total solar eclipse at sea, conditions permitting, on this unforgettable Mediterranean voyage. Begin with one night in Rome, then sail aboard the exclusively chartered Wind Spirit to Sicily and Malta, exploring storied destinations including Palermo, Trapani, Valletta, Gozo, and Taormina through enriching excursions and expert insights. The journey’s extraordinary highlight: witnessing one of nature’s most awe-inspiring spectacles from the open sea, where wide horizons offer an ideal eclipse-viewing setting.

NOTE: This itinerary is designed first and foremost as a journey of cultural immersion and destination-focused learning, with eclipse viewing included as a special highlight.

Operated by Gohagan & Co.

before special savings, not including airfare

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Tour Highlights

Spend one night in Rome, the Eternal City, with time to savor its timeless atmosphere before embarking on your cruise.
Sail aboard the Wind Spirit, a graceful sailing yacht that brings you closer to the sea and the sky.
Call at Palermo, Trapani, Erice, Valletta, Gozo, and Taormina, each offering its own blend of history, charm, and striking coastal scenery.
Personalize your experience with Traveler’s Choice excursions in Palermo, Trapani, and Gozo, selecting from culinary tours, beach time, historic explorations, market visits, and more.
Take in Valletta’s baroque splendor and centuries of seafaring history as you explore its grand fortifications, churches, and harbor views.
Walk through time in Taormina at its beautifully preserved Greek theater, set against the backdrop of the sea and Mount Etna.
Gaze skyward during a rare total solar eclipse at sea, when the moon completely obscures the sun and an eerie twilight settles over the open ocean.
Learn from expert lecturers and cultural guides who provide illuminating insights into the astronomy, history, and cultures of the regions you visit.*
Enjoy the romance of Mediterranean sailing, combining intimate ports, rich heritage, and a once-in-a-lifetime celestial experience.

* A range of enriching educational elements is incorporated throughout the program; however, a dedicated Cal lecturer will not be included due to capacity limitations.

Activity Level 2

What to expect: These trips often travel by motor coach, ship, or train. Touring days may include full-day motor coach excursions or extended periods of standing and walking during city tours, museum visits, and/or outdoor activities. Travelers should be able to board transportation, walk over sometimes-uneven terrain, and climb a few flights of stairs, occasionally without handrails or assistance. Elevators are not always available. Outings last 2–4 hours most days.

Suitable for: Travelers who are able to comfortably walk two to four miles, or 4,600–6,900 steps, each day.