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Virgin Voyages Release Iconic Cruises For 2026 Including Solar Eclipse Sailings

Virgin Voyages Release Iconic Cruises For 2026 Including Solar Eclipse Sailings
13 Aug 2024
Jess Clayton
2026 Cruises, New Cruises, Virgin Voyages

Marvellous Voyages – a collection of Virgin Voyages’ most bucket-list cruises, with extra special programming, sailing in Summer 2026!

Virgin Voyages have brand new off-the-beaten-path sailings in 2026. Experience the solar eclipse like never before, come on board Resilient Lady for an 11-night journey from Istanbul, or sail Brilliant Lady’s inaugural voyage through the Panama Canal or along California’s iconic coastline.

But don’t wait! With each itinerary drop, you’ll be able to secure the (very) best prices before they go up (or sell out)!

North America

Brilliant Lady’s iconic inaugural 2026 tour…

Panama Canal & Pacific Wonders
Brilliant Lady
21 March 2026 • 16 nights • Miami to Los Angeles

This 16-night one-way truly is a once-in-a-lifetime odyssey. From Miami, you’ll sail to Cartagena, followed by Colon, Panama. From the Atlantic, ending in the Pacific — marvel at the view (while being part of it) across the Panama Canal then onward to Guatemala’s volcanic coast. Next, you’ll sail to Cabo San Lucas (known for its endless activities) before arriving on the famed shores of Los Angeles.

L.A. Lights & Vancouver Vistas
Brilliant Lady
3 May 2026 • 8 nights • Los Angeles to Vancouver

This 8-night North Pacific passage departs from LA over to Catalina Island then sails north to San Francisco. Next you’ll visit Astoria, Oregon, then cross the Canadian border to Victoria, British Columbia where besides the abundance of activities, Victoria is arguably one of the most photogenic cities in North America. After, you’ll end in Vancouver — a must-visit for every traveller.

Solar Eclipse Voyages

Total Eclipse Of The (Med)
Scarlet Lady
10 August 2026 • 12 nights • Barcelona to Civitavecchia

This 12-night one-way voyage from Barcelona to Rome brings you to Mallorca, Ibiza, Cannes, Corsica, La Spezia, the Amalfi Coast, and Sicily. One minute you’ll be partying it up in Ibiza, the next you’ll be living the glamorous Hollywood lifestyle in Cannes, or walking in the footsteps of emperors in Rome — all under the magical, mysterious glow of the epic solar eclipse at sea.

Eclipse In The Land Of Fire & Ice
Valiant Lady
5 August 2026 • 15 nights • Roundtrip from Portsmouth

This 15-night voyage from Portsmouth doesn’t just bring you on a grand tour of Dublin, Glasgow, Stornoway, Edinburgh, and Iceland, it also provides the perfect dramatic backdrop for viewing the solar eclipse. One day you’ll be strolling through Dublin’s Temple Bar, and before you know it, you’ll be walking the streets of Akureyri under the surreal glow of the celestial phenomenon.

British Isles & Baltics

Emerald Isles & Highland Wonders
Valiant Lady
8 July 2026 • 14 nights • Roundtrip from Portsmouth

Discover the best of the beautiful and brilliant British Isles on this 14-night voyage. Departing from Portsmouth, stop in Cork, Belfast, Dublin, Liverpool, Glasgow, Stornoway, Kirkwall, Invergordon, Edinburgh, with a bonus stop in Bruges. The rich history of Belfast, combined with Liverpool’s legendary music scene and Edinburgh’s iconic architecture, will give you a sweeping UK experience.

Baltic Wonders & Nordic Nights
Valiant Lady
22 July 2026 • 14 nights • Roundtrip from Portsmouth

This epic 14-night journey brings you to some of Europe’s most historic ports, starting with Hamburg, known for its ornate 19th-century architecture. Then head to the iconic Danish port of Copenhagen, with its rainbow-like Nyhavn harbour, Stockholm, and then stop in the Baltic capital of Tallinn, Estonia. Round out your Scandinavian tour in Oslo, where you can see the famous Viking Ship Museum.

Europe & Beyond

Istanbul Delights & Santorini Delights
Scarlet Lady
24 June 2026 • 11 nights • Roundtrip from Piraeus

This 11-night sailing from Athens visits Istanbul, Kusadasi, Mykonos, Rhodes, Santorini, and Crete. You’ll spend the week marvelling at the serene architecture of the Greek Isles, and basking in the Santorini sunshine. As you stroll down the whitewashed streets of Santorini, lined with traditional Cycladic buildings, you’ll truly feel like you’re in a postcard.

Moroccan Marvels & Mediterranean Wonders
Valiant Lady
28 June 2026 • 10 nights • Barcelona to Portsmouth

This epic 10-night sailing from Barcelona crosses the Mediterranean and brings you to some of the sea’s most magical ports, including Tangier, Lisbon, La Coruña, Bilbao, and Le Verdon. Journey back in time by visiting the ethereal city of Tangier’s bustling medina, stroll the eye-poppingly colourful streets of Lisbon, and lounge on the beach of Le Verdon on this once-in-a-lifetime voyage.

 

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