Carnival Cruise Line has announced its first wave of summer 2026 sailings, including exciting European and Alaskan cruises. A highlight is a special 11-day Carnival Journeys Eclipse cruise aboard Carnival Legend, departing from Dover, England, on August 9, 2026. This unique voyage will allow guests to witness a total solar eclipse on August 12 while exploring Spain, Portugal, and France.

Carnival Legend will spend the summer of 2026 sailing from both Dover and Civitavecchia (Rome). From Dover, the ship will offer a variety of itineraries, including Northern Europe, British Isles, Scandinavia, Baltic, and Western Europe cruises. Departing from Civitavecchia, guests can embark on nine and 12-day cruises to Italy, the Greek Isles, Turkey, and Croatia. The ship’s European season will conclude with a 14-day Carnival Journeys voyage from Civitavecchia to Tampa, Florida, visiting Spain, Gibraltar, and Bermuda.

Carnival is thrilled to offer these diverse European itineraries and believes that the combination of exploring rich cultures and experiencing a total solar eclipse aboard Carnival Legend presents a truly exceptional opportunity for their guests.

Important to know:

• Carnival Legend will sail in Europe during the summer of 2026.
• The ship will offer cruises from both Dover, England and Civitavecchia, Italy.
• Itineraries include Northern Europe, British Isles, Scandinavia, Baltic, Western Europe, Italy, Greek Isles, Turkey, and Croatia.
• A special 11-day Eclipse cruise will depart from Dover on August 9, 2026.
• Reservations for summer 2026 Europe and Alaska sailings open today