Princess Cruises reveals solar eclipse sailings amid 2027 Med and Northern Europe itineraries

Princess Cruises has released details of its 2027 Europe season, on sale June 11th, 2025, offering more than 200 sailings throughout the Mediterranean, Northern Europe, and Transatlantic crossings between the Americas and Europe.

Spanning 108 destinations in 31 countries and over 105 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the season provides guests with an opportunity to witness the solar eclipse in the Mediterranean, the midnight sun in Arctic, and a range of cultural experiences across the region. 

“Our 2027 Europe season is an unparalleled opportunity for guests to immerse themselves in Europe’s most extraordinary moments,” said Terry Thornton, Princess Cruises Chief Commercial Officer. 

“From witnessing the awe-inspiring solar eclipse over the Mediterranean to experiencing the enchanting glow of the midnight sun, all while indulging in the unmatched comfort of our Princess ships, this season’s programme promises unforgettable memories,” he added.

Cruises depart from February to November 2027, featuring a range of highlights:

Solar Eclipse at Sea
A highlight of the 2027 programme is the rare opportunity to experience a solar eclipse at sea. On August 2nd, 2027, guests aboard Enchanted Princess and Sky Princess will witness the sights of a solar eclipse while enjoying a day at sea filled with special eclipse-themed programming. 

Enchanted Princess sails roundtrip from Civitavecchia (for Rome) and Sky Princess sails roundtrip from Southampton (for London), offering two incredible 14-day voyages during this celestial spectacle – both voyages departing, July 24th, 2027.

Mediterranean Magic
With over 136 departures across 51 unique itineraries, the Mediterranean programme includes voyages from 7-to 42-days, departing from six homeports: Sun Princess and Enchanted Princess sail 7- to 42-day voyages across the region, visiting iconic ports in Greece, Turkey, Italy, Croatia, and more sailing from Athens, Barcelona, Civitavecchia (for Rome), Istanbul, and Trieste (for Venice). 

Sky Princess homeports in Southampton (for London) and will embark on 7- to 31-day sailings highlighted by the Mediterranean Marvel, a month-long adventure exploring Spain, France, Italy, Turkey, Greece, and Malta.

Northern Europe: Midnight Sun & Oktoberfest Capitals
Explore Northern Europe with 44 departures across 13 itineraries:

Majestic Princess homeports in Southampton, sailing 7- and 12-day British Isles journeys, 14-day Iceland & Norway adventures, and the 12-day Oktoberfest European Capitals itinerary, visiting seven capital cities in a single sailing, including London, Brussels, Amsterdam, Oslo, Copenhagen, Berlin, and Paris. 

Sky Princess offers 7- to 28-day sailings including a Land of the Midnight Sun cruise during the Summer Solstice, when the sun never sets.

Caribbean Princess explores the Baltics for the first time with 12-day sailings from Copenhagen visiting eight countries, including Norway, Denmark, Sweden, Finland, Estonia, Lithuania, Latvia, and Poland.

Transatlantic Passages 
Set sail across the Atlantic with 22 one-way voyages ranging from 14 to 46 days, connecting Europe with Boston, Fort Lauderdale, Port Canaveral, and Buenos Aires. Select itineraries also include visits to the Azores, Bermuda, Madeira, the Canary Islands, and even Morocco.