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Carnival 2026 European Sailings Announced
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.
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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.
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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