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2028 Solar Eclipse Tours

2028 Solar Eclipse | Australia | Saturday 22 July 2028

2028 AUSTRALIA SOLAR ECLIPSE… Tours coming soon!

Location: sydney & the kimberley date: sat 22 july 2028.

Get ready to witness nature’s most breathtaking spectacle as a total solar eclipse paints the skies across Australia on July 22, 2028!

Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime experience as the magic of a total eclipse unfolds at approximately 11 am (AWST) in the Kimberley region, 12:45 pm (ACST) in the Northern Territory, and 2 pm (AEST) in Sydney. Get ready to witness the extraordinary and embrace the wonder of the cosmos!

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April 14 - 21, 2023

Western Australia Outback Total Solar Eclipse

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That spirit defines our new adventure in Western Australia. For the total solar eclipse on April 20, 2023, we knew that an ideal vantage point wo ... Show more

So we’ve woven those two thoughts together in our new Western Australia Total Solar Eclipse journey. Enjoy six days of exploration from our comfortable home base in Perth (where you only have to unpack once!), taking in everything from a winery tour and snorkeling with dolphins to hiking among stark rock formations in the Pinnacle Desert. Then board our private jet for the flight north to Exmouth, once a remote forward base for the U.S. submarine fleet and now the gateway for travelers venturing along the beautiful Coral Coast. At our handpicked viewing site, you’ll experience what is in fact a hybrid annular and total eclipse, in which the Sun is first partially obscured and then completely blocked as the Moon’s shadow passes across the face of the Earth.

If you’ve previously traveled Down Under, here’s your chance to discover the other side of Australia in a less-known region you may have missed. If this is your first visit, we’ve created a unique itinerary that takes you deep into the fabled island continent – with the option to bookend your journey with our pre and post-tour excursions to Sydney, the Great Barrier Reef and Ayers Rock. Either way, our TravelQuest philosophy remains the same: follow the Sun and the Moon, and wherever they create the greatest spectacle overhead, we build an unforgettable adventure on the Earth below.

We expect a lot of interest in this lifetime trip, so reserve your spot today!

Eclipse viewing prospects in Exmouth, West Australia By TQ Astronomer, Jay Anderson

In April, the northwest coast of Australia lies in one of the sunniest areas in the Southern Hemisphere. Statistics acquired from satellite show an average cloud cover of only 28 percent in April at Exmouth. Weather station observations from the local airport confirm the high frequency of sunny days, with nearly 80 percent of the days of the month reporting clear skies or scattered cloud at eclipse time. Closer examination of daily satellite images confirms the generous sunshine of all of Australia’s North West Cape, as all but one of the April 20s stretching back to the year 2000 would have provided an easy view of the eclipse. Exmouth and the surrounding area enjoy the very best of Australian sunshine, and for those interested in the stars as well, the very best of nights.

• Explore less-traveled Western Australia, from its pristine beaches to the easily accessible wilderness of the Outback.
• Discover Perth, a dynamic seaside city offering one-of-a-kind adventures on its doorstep – like snorkeling with dolphins in the nearby bay.
• Fly by private jet to Exmouth and witness the Moon’s shadow sweeping across the North West Cape during the 52-second total solar eclipse on April 20, 2023.
• Unpack just once as we base our explorations from our comfortable Perth hotel that’s your home base for seven nights.
• Enhance your Western Australia eclipse experience with pre- and post-trip add-on excursions to Sydney, the Great Barrier Reef and Ayers Rock.

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The Land of Ancient Wonders

Day 1 - Arrive in Perth, Western Australia

On arrival at Perth Airport (code: PER), you’re met by our TravelQuest representative, who arranges the quick transfer to our hotel that will be your home for the next seven nights. Join us for our welcome dinner at one of Perth’s best restaurants, enjoying sophisticated Australian cuisine inspired by local produce and freshly caught seafood – and getting to know your fellow travelers as you take in stunning views of the beach and the ocean beyond.

DATE(S): Friday, April 14, 2023

MEALS: Dinner

ACCOMMODATION: InterContinental Perth City Centre Hotel (or similar)

Day 2 - Perth & Pinnacle Desert Sunset and Stargazing

After breakfast, we head out to explore the city of Perth with our local guide. Set on a scenic shoreline where the Outback reaches the ocean, this vibrant yet laidback city offers great beaches, lots of sunshine and a culture devoted to exploring the extraordinary natural beauty of the surrounding region.

Our tour takes in the best of Western Australia’s capital, from the historic city centre, which blends old and new architecture along the scenic Swan River, to the suburbs bordered by the Darling Range escarpment to the east. Highlights include Kings Park, one of the world’s largest urban green spaces; the Tree Top Walkway, which offers excellent city views en route to a majestic 750-year-old Baobab tree; and Cottesloe Beach, the most popular in a region renowned for its sweeping white-sand beaches. We end the tour by visiting the exclusive suburbs of Mosman Park, Peppermint Grove and Dalkeith, where you pass homes built by some of Australia’s wealthiest citizens.

As darkness falls, we head to the fishing town of Cervantes for dinner in a traditional Australian tavern. Then, we head back into the Pinnacles Desert, where our observation deck above the silent lunar landscape offers extraordinary views of a night sky virtually untouched by light pollution. The night’s crowning event is our visit to the Gravity Discovery Centre and Observatory in Gingin, where staff astronomers conduct a guided tour of the southern sky and invite you to see for yourself through any of the observatory’s five telescopes. We’ve arranged for extended viewing until midnight, so you’ll have plenty of stargazing highlights to share on the hour-long trip back along the coast to Perth.

Southern Milky Way Treasures By TQ Astronomer, Jay Anderson

One of the greatest treats in visiting Western Australia is the splendidly dark nighttime sky that displays the treasures of our Milky Way galaxy. Those visiting from northern latitudes should prepare yourselves for an incredible array of celestial wonders. In April, the setting Sun brings the Southern Cross into view, 40 degrees above the southeast horizon. Nearby, and just as prominent, the Milky Way’s galactic companions, the Large and Small Magellanic Clouds, really do look like clouds as they circle the pole through the night, never setting. Above the Cross, the incomparable nebula around Eta Carinae will delight both telescopes and cameras. Sagittarius lies on the horizon and rises higher as the night advances, bringing the core of the Milky Way into view with its web of dark lanes that form patterns important in Aboriginal lore. Orion, upside down for Northern Hemisphere visitors, sinks to the horizon in the north while Omega Centauri, the largest of the globular clusters, is overhead and easily visible to the eye.

The dark Outback of Australia, with its sparse population and spread-out communities, is the perfect location to explore the delights of the southern sky. No Moon will interfere; we are going to an eclipse, after all, and the Moon will be new. This trip will expose you to a night sky like no other, so bring cameras, star trackers and telescopes – and be prepared to immerse yourself in the universe.

(TravelQuest tip: To get the most from your stargazing experience, pack a pair of binoculars and update your favorite stargazing app on your phone.)

DATE(S): Saturday, April 15, 2023

MEALS: Breakfast / Dinner

Day 3 - Fremantle Tour

We take our time this morning, having been up late stargazing. After a relaxed breakfast, we head out to the port town of Fremantle, whose historic buildings have been restored with hip charm to create an inviting array of shops, cafés and open-air markets. After lunching on grilled seafood in a restaurant overlooking the harbor, our local experts bring the rich heritage of “Freo” to life as you wander narrow streets lined with artists’ stalls, stopping to enjoy a cappuccino or a glass of craft beer or local wine.

DATE(S): Sunday, April 16, 2023

MEALS: Breakfast / Lunch

Day 4 - Swan Valley Cruise and Winery Tours

After breakfast we head to Barrack Street Jetty, the starting point for our cruise up the Swan River. Relax on deck, camera at the ready, as Perth’s outskirts blend into the rolling farmland and vineyards of the Swan Valley. Our first stop is Sandalford Estate winery, where your behind-the-scenes tour is capped by a tasting and lunch in the dining room. Next we visit Olive Farm Wines, family-operated since 1933 and known today for its award-winning white, red, sparkling and fortified wines. With over 40 varieties on offer, you’re sure to find a few favorites during our exclusive tasting. Our journey back to Perth includes live entertainment and a delicious selection of desserts and all-inclusive wines aboard our vessel as we cruise the beautiful upper reaches of the Swan River back to Perth, where you will have dinner on your own.

DATE(S): Monday, April 17, 2023

Day 5 - Swimming with Dolphins

This morning we head south to the coastal town of Rockingham, where we board a small expedition boat to cruise sheltered bays and islands that are home to more than 200 bottlenose dolphins. The friendly crew outfits you with a wetsuit, mask and snorkel, along with a few tips to ensure you get the most out of the adventure ahead. Then, as the skipper spots our first group of dolphins, we take to the water in small groups to enjoy a truly incredible wildlife encounter.

This is the easiest snorkeling you’ll ever do: floating face-down on the surface as dolphins dive, loop and spin right beneath you, interacting with our naturalist guide. Seeing these intelligent, social creatures in their natural environment, not performing tricks but simply living their lives – playing, hunting for food, mating, even sleeping – is an exhilarating experience you’ll never forget.

DATE(S): Tuesday, April 18, 2023

Day 6 - Rottnest Island

Today’s adventure begins with a ferry crossing to Rottnest Island, a nature reserve that’s home to a diverse array of flora and fauna – notably the quokka, a small marsupial cousin of the wallaby. Our guided tour visits the island’s most scenic spots, including Wadjemup Lighthouse and the rugged West End, as local experts illuminate the island’s unique natural attributes, as well as its human history – including mainland settlers’ regrettable banishment of indigenous people to the island in the early 1800s.

After a casual lunch among the Moreton Bay fig trees (another Australian icon), enjoy an afternoon of biking on the island’s many paths and quiet roads, discovering secluded bays and strolling untouched beaches. It’s a great way to explore this beautiful place, maybe spotting a few quokkas as you go – and of course you’re free to cycle as much or as little as you wish (or just find a nice spot to contemplate the ocean views). At day’s end, we catch the ferry back to Fremantle, returning to the hotel for dinner together and a briefing from our TravelQuest astronomer on tomorrow’s eclipse.

Day 7 - Exmouth Total Solar Eclipse

DATE(S): Thursday, April 20, 2023

MEALS: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Day 8 - Travel onward or Ayers Rock add-on

DATE(S): Friday, April 21, 2023

MEALS: Breakfast

ACCOMMODATION: n/a

Optional Add-ons

Pre-tour experience: sydney & great barrier reef.

5 days / 4 nights April 10-14, 2023

Day 1 - Arrive Sydney, Australia

On arriving at Sydney Airport (code: SYD), you’re met by our local TravelQuest guide, who arranges the quick transfer to our centrally located hotel. Spend the rest of the day relaxing or exploring the shopping district and nearby Sydney Opera House. Then in the evening, join us for a sunset dinner cruise around Sydney Harbor – scenic at any time of day, but especially striking as the sun sets over “Emerald City.” The ship’s chefs create a menu showcasing Sydney’s multicultural cuisine, while the sommelier offers selections from the acclaimed wine regions of New South Wales.

DATE(S): Monday, 10 April, 2023

ACCOMMODATIONS: Radisson Blu Hotel Sydney

Day 2 - Exploring Sydney

After breakfast at the hotel, our local guides immerse you in Sydney’s past, sharing tales of convicts, seafarers and other colorful rogues as you explore cobbled lanes and narrow alleyways, stopping to admire colonial-era churches, along with historic pubs and inns that have welcomed sailors and other adventurers from every corner of the globe. Our walk around Circular Quay leads to the renowned Opera House, where you can explore the beautiful theatres and other spaces that are usually off limits to visitors, then enjoy lunch at the restaurant.

In the afternoon, we pass historic Parliament House, The Mint and Hyde Park Barracks en route to Mrs. Macquarie's Chair, a sandstone bench carved by convicts in 1810, which offers breathtaking views of Sydney and its impressive natural harbor. Carrying on through cosmopolitan Kings Cross, you take in more ocean views from the headland at Watsons Bay, then return via Bondi Beach and Paddington, whose Victorian terraced houses are richly decorated with cast-iron lace. In the evening, you’re free to explore further on your own and dine at one of the many restaurants near our hotel.

DATE(S): Tuesday, 11 April, 2023

Day 3 - Cairns

After breakfast, we transfer to Sydney airport for our flight to Cairns, gateway to the Great Barrier Reef. After checking into our hotel for the next two nights, you can spend the afternoon exploring this interesting city on you own, noting the shift from Sydney’s cosmopolitan style to a more laidback tropical vibe. Then in the evening, join us for a traditional barbecue fest at Rainforestation Nature Park, in the heart of a World Heritage rainforest, where our indigenous Pamagirri Aboriginal hosts teach us about their culture through dance performances, spear and boomerang throwing, and haunting traditional music played on the didgeridoo.

DATE(S): Wednesday, 12 April, 2023

ACCOMMODATIONS: Crystalbrook Flynn Hotel

Day 4 - The Great Barrier Reef

Pack a bag with your swimsuit, hat, sunscreen and camera (including an underwater model if you have one) as we drive to Port Douglas and board QuickSilver for a day of snorkeling or diving along the spectacular Great Barrier Reef. The experienced crew takes us to the very edge of Australia's continental shelf at Agincourt Reef, then down into a world of sunlit corals teeming with brilliantly colored fish and exotic sea creatures.

Whether you snorkel (with all gear provided, along with tips on technique), or scuba dive (at extra cost) or view the reef from one of Quicksilver ’s semi-submersibles, count on an extraordinary experience as all the undersea documentaries you’ve ever seen come to life around you in the shimmering turquoise waters.

DATE(S): Thursday, 13 April, 2023

Day 5 - Flight onward to Perth

After breakfast at the hotel, we arrange the quick transfer to Cairns Airport for your flight to Perth and the beginning of your Western Australia Total Solar Eclipse tour.

DATE(S): Friday, 14 April, 2023

ACCOMMODATIONS: n/a

Price: $2,380 USD per person, double occupancy and $2,925 for single occupancy.

• Add-on package includes: four nights’ accommodation at hotels in Sydney and Cairns, plus all meals, activities and transportation (including transfers) as noted in the itinerary.
• Not included: inbound airfare to Sydney, as well as from Sydney to Cairns and from Cairns to Perth – plus any services or items of a personal nature.

Payment is due with your final payment for the Western Australia Total Solar Eclipse tour. All payments become non-refundable 120 days prior to departure.

An important note about air travel within Australia: Internal Australia flights for travelers joining our pre-trip and/or post-trip tours are not included in these add-on costs. TravelQuest will provide pricing information and other details pertaining to these group flights in Fall 2022.

Post-tour Experience: Ayers Rock (Uluru)

4 days / 3 nights April 21-24, 2023

Day 1 - Perth to Alice Springs, Northern Territory

After breakfast and a round of goodbyes with your fellow travelers on the Western Australia Total Solar Eclipse tour, we arrange the quick transfer to Perth Airport for your flight to Alice Springs.

Your Outback experience begins with sunset drinks overlooking the Eastern MacDonnell Ranges (“the East Macs” to locals), whose craggy peaks and steep gorges loom large in Aboriginal culture and beliefs. Over a gourmet barbecue dinner at award-winning Earth Sanctuary, our hosts share stories weaving together local history and ecology with a preview of the astronomical wonders ahead. Then it’s time for the real show, as you stroll out into surrounding wilderness to survey the millions of brilliant stars strewn across one of the darkest night skies on the planet.

DATE(S): Friday, 21 April, 2023

ACCOMMODATIONS: Crowne Plaza Alice Springs Lasseters

Day 2 - Australian Outback – Ayers Rock Sunset

We depart right after breakfast to begin a spectacular drive southward through the MacDonnell and James ranges, taking in the Outback’s haunting expanses and stopping for a chance to purchase mid-morning tea at a traditional travelers’ roadhouse.  Next stop is Curtin Springs, where the Severin Family have made their home for more than 66 years on their million-acre cattle station. You will enjoy a traditional Outback lunch served with the warm hospitality that has made this remote station a legend in the Northern Territory.

From there, it is on to the entrance of Ayers Rock/Olgas National Park and your first glimpse of the legendary sandstone monolith — one of the most stunning natural landmarks in a country that boasts many. Our explorations begin with a visit to the Olgas (known in the Anangu language as Kata Tjuta or “many heads) a collection of rounded rock formations about 32 km (20 mi) to the west of Ayers Rock. Each of the 36 domes has inspired a story in Anangu mythology, and all figure in the Dreamtime legends that are central to Aboriginal religion and culture. You can see their unusual shapes and geological features up close on a walk into Olga Gorge with our expert guides.

We return to Ayers Rock in time to see the massive outcrop at its most dramatic: as the setting Sun creates a striking array of color changes – including, under ideal conditions, a deep crimson glow as the last rays of sunset flare over the horizon. You’ll carry those moments (and a camera full images) with you as you reflect on the day’s adventures over dinner on your own at the hotel.

DATE(S): Saturday, 22 April, 2023

ACCOMMODATIONS: Ayers Rock Desert Garden Hotel

Day 3 - Ayers Rock

Your day starts early as we gather to watch the sunrise over Ayers Rock. After breakfast back at the hotel, we drive around the base with our expert guide, learning more about the Rock’s natural history and deep cultural significance. Next, we walk to nearby Mutitjulu Waterhole, where you can view superb examples of Anangu rock art. Then, after lunch on your own, join us for a traditional dot-painting workshop led by Anangu artists, who love sharing the nuances of Western Desert Art and showing how these seemingly simple images express an entire belief system.

The finale of your full day at Ayers Rock is another remarkable sunset followed by a dining experience you’ll never forget: As darkness descends on the desert, listen to the sound of the didgeridoo while you and your fellow guests enjoy a chef-prepared “bush tucker” fare, followed by an astronomer’s guided tour of the Southern Milky Way.

DATE(S): Sunday, 23 April, 2023

Day 4 - Travels onward

After breakfast, we arrange your quick transfer to Ayers Rock Airport for your flight homeward or on to further adventures.

DATE(S): Monday, 24 April, 2023

Price: $2,030 USD per person, double occupancy and $2,625 for single occupancy.

• Add-on package includes:  Three nights’ accommodation, meals as noted in the itinerary, plus all activities and transportation as noted in the itinerary.
• Not included:  Airfare to Alice Springs (ASP) and from Ayers Rock (AYQ) – plus any services or items of a personal nature.

An important note about air travel within Australia

Internal Air: April 21 - We will transfer to Perth Airport (PER) for our group flight to Alice Springs (ASP), via Adelaide.  Important:  TravelQuest has already secured group space for each of you on these flights.  Do not buy these flights on your own.  

Cost: $498 per person

Pre-tour nights in Perth

If you’d like to arrive in Perth early, TravelQuest has reserved a limited number of rooms at InterContinental Perth City Centre Hotel (or similar).

The cost per night, including room with breakfast, airport arrival transfer and tax: $130 USD per person based on two people sharing one room; $260 USD for single occupancy.

Level 2: Easy/moderate: short to medium walks over uneven terrain, on sloping paths and over sand dunes. To participate in snorkeling activities, guests should be confident swimmers.

At TravelQuest, we want to be sure you find the trip that best suits your interests and level of fitness. Please email or call if you have any questions regarding the itinerary.

TravelQuest, working with our partners, makes every effort to follow the published itinerary. However, please keep in mind that it is subject to change depending on weather and other local conditions.

Viewing a solar eclipse is particularly weather-dependent; therefore, we can offer no guarantee that local conditions will cooperate.

Pricing & Terms

Prices are per person in US Dollars based on the number of guests in a room.

All tour prices, taxes and airfares quoted in this brochure are based on tariffs, costs and United States dollar exchange rates that were in effect at the time of publication. Consequently, prices herein are subject to change. Due to fluctuations in global oil prices, a fuel surcharge may be added to your tour fee. You will be advised of details and costs prior to departure.

• Seven nights’ accommodation at InterContinental Perth City Centre Hotel (or similar) Arrival/departure transfers between airports and hotels on the dates of the tour
• All ground transportation by private chartered motorcoach
• Services of your TravelQuest astronomer/trip leader
• Private jet transportation Perth–Exmouth–Perth on eclipse day: April 20, 2023
• Special eclipse day experience in Exmouth
• Australian guide throughout your journey
• All meals as specified in the itinerary, including coffee, tea, soft drinks and water
• Sightseeing admission fees as noted in the itinerary

Not Included

• Air transportation to and from Perth, Australia (airport code: PER)
• Meals and activities not specified in the itinerary
• Beverages at meals (other than coffee, tea, soft drinks and water)
• Optional pre-trip and post-trip add-on programs to Sydney and Great Barrier Reef, and to Ayers Rock (Uluru)
• Expenses of a personal nature, including spa services, laundry, souvenirs, etc.
• Passport and visa fees if applicable, along with any required immunizations
• Highly recommended travel cancellation insurance
• Gratuities for local drivers and guides

Payments & Terms

• An advance payment of $2,000 USD per person, made by credit card, along with the completed reservation form, are required to secure your reservation.
• A second advance payment of $2,500 USD per person, payable by check or bank wire only, is due August 15, 2022.
• Final payment – payable by check or bank wire only – is due by December 6, 2022.

Cancellation Terms

Cancellations must be made to TravelQuest in writing via email, fax or mail.

• All advance payments, less a $800 USD per person cancellation fee, are refundable through August 15, 2022.
• Cancellations made between August 16 and November 6, 2022, will incur a $2,000 USD per person fee.
• There are no refunds after November 6, 2022.
• Air cancellation terms are additional.

TRAVELER HEALTH

At TravelQuest we want to be sure you choose a trip that best suits your interests and level of fitness. Prior to making a booking, it is the responsibility of each traveler to thoroughly read the itinerary, and to acquire and understand all pertinent medical advice to determine whether they are in an appropriate state of physical health to undertake the trip. At a minimum, participants must be able to climb into and out of buses, vans and trains without assistance; to carry their own luggage; and to generally keep up with the pace of the trip. If you have any questions about your trip’s itinerary or its level of difficulty, please contact us prior to booking.

TRAVEL INSURANCE

Travel insurance protects you from unexpected “what ifs”: What if your bags go missing? What if you have to cancel? What if you need medical assistance? TravelQuest highly recommends that you purchase a travel protection plan to help secure you and your trip investment against the unexpected. You can purchase this insurance on your own or contact our friends at Travelex, who are familiar with our trips and offer a selection of coverage options to suit your needs. To be eligible for the waiver of pre-existing medical condition exclusion, the plans must be purchased within 15 days from the time you make your initial deposit to TravelQuest. ALL Travelex policies must be purchased at least 14 days prior to your departure date.

For more information on these plans or to enroll, click on the link below or contact Travelex Insurance Services directly at 1-800-228-9792 and reference location number 03-6043.

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Cairns City

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Project Australia - Total Solar Eclipse - July 2028

The total solar eclipse of 22nd July 2028 starts in the Indian Ocean, with the Cocos Islands being the first land in line for the eclipse with a mid-morning eclipse and a duration of around three and a half minutes.  Then the shadow moves over Christmas Island giving an eclipse of almost four minutes over this remote outpost. The longest duration of this eclipse is at the mid-point of the track and in 2028 this will be just under five minutes and ten seconds, near the north coast of Australia close to the border of Western Australia and the Northern Territory. The track then moves across the vast “Red Centre” desert of the country, a region of abundant sunshine and fascinating geological landforms

A late afternoon eclipse over the city of Sydney will be the final point the shadow crosses in Australia before is moves over the Tasman Sea to the South Island of New Zealand where the spectacular scenery of Milford Sound with have three minutes of darkness and the city of Dunedin will see the Sun set in eclipse.

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2023 Eclipse trip to Western Australia

Western australia | april, 18-27 2023.

We have returned and are happy to report a resounding success! A couple elements worked together to give an unexpectedly notable eclipse experience.  First, the close match in the size of the Sun and the Moon meant that we saw the chromosphere continuously during totality, something that does not happen during longer, darker eclipses. Second, because the sun is approaching Solar Maximum (predicted to peak in 2025) the surface is currently quite active with a lot of flares and sunspots.  Thanks to this timing, we saw several sunspots get eclipsed as well as multiple prominences along the limb featuring both an arc and a detaching CME! It was a challenge to access the location we chose but absolutely worth the effort!

We viewed this total solar eclipse from the arid northwestern edge of Australia, between Learmonth and Exmouth, on April 20, 2023 for a totality of 61 seconds.  We selected this site in Australia because of its low humidity and a high percentage of clear skies historically on this date. In the days surrounding the eclipse, we visited Perth and several national monuments and marine parks along the western coast of Australia. Because this was a hybrid eclipse and totality was short, we had a much better chance of seeing a beautiful display of Baily’s Beads! We were not disappointed!

Western Australia is a bit off the beaten path and we enjoyed a thorough visit of the area on this tour.  We met in the most isolated capital city in the world, Perth, and explored the city and its surroundings including a visit to Rottnest Island, one of the only places in the world to see the endangered Quokkas. We traveled by charter plane to Exmouth on eclipse day, April 20 and returned in the evening to Perth.  Following the eclipse we proceeded up the coast to visit significant Aboriginal sites, several national parks both on land and in the water, got up close and personal with native wildlife including koalas, echidna, emu, kangaroos, skink, quokkas, and wild dolphins, and viewed the world’s oldest living organisms (Stromatolites).

Trip Details and Highlights

• Eclipse viewing from the arid region near Exmouth, Australia on April 20, 2023
• 2 charter flights within Australia included
• Transfer in/out of airports
• Private transportation
• Professional local guides
• Sirius Travel scientist guides (at least 1 per 20 passengers) to answer any eclipse questions and explain the event
• Educational materials regarding eclipse viewing and photography for all travelers
• Several talks during the trip on subjects including eclipses and astronomy, and subjects our scientist guides specialize in.
• Eclipse viewing glasses for safety
• 4-star accommodation where available.
• Meals as listed in the itinerary
• Park entrance fees
• Private activities

Eclipse begins

April 20, 2023

02:04 UT (10:04 AWST)

1st contact

Totality happens

03:29:25 – 03:30:27 UT (11:29:25 – 11:30:27 AWST)

1 minutes 2 seconds

Eclipse ends

05:02 UT (13:02 AWST)

4th contact

Tour Overview

Start of tour in Perth.  City tour, welcome dinner.

Cruise Swan River, tour Rottnest Island and see the endangered Quokkas.  Evening visit to Perth Observatory for observing the southern skies!

Day 3 - ECLIPSE DAY!

Leave the hotel early to catch our charter flight to Exmouth, arrive around 9 am, enjoy the eclipse and return to Perth on a 3 pm flight. 

Travel from Perth to Geraldton visiting several parks and significant cultural sites en route including Yanchep national Park, Loch McNess, Pinnacles Desert, and the Horizontal Trees of Greenaugh.

Travel from Geraldton to the world heritage listed Monkey Mia.  We will tour Geraldton in the morning before traveling to Monkey Mia in time to watch the sun set over Shark Bay.

Full day enjoying Monkey Mia. Meet dolphins and pelicans, take part in an optional activity such as paddle boarding or kayaking, and enjoy a 2 hour sunset cruise.

Monkey Mia – Kalbarri.  Enjoy a late morning to revisit some of your favorite things in Monkey Mia.  En route to Kalbarri we will stop to see the Stromatolites, the oldest living organisms on Earth!  Enjoy an Aussie-style feast for dinner in Kalbarri.

Today we will travel from Kalbarri to Perth visiting Kalbarri National Park, Mushroom Rock, Pot Alley, Port Gregory, and more along the way.  

Enjoy a full day in Perth visiting Freemantle and Penguin Island.  Farewell Dinner.

Check out after breakfast, do some last-minute shopping, and transfer to airport.

Detailed Itinerary

Tuesday, april 18, 2023, arrive perth (d).

Welcome to Perth! Tranfer from Perth International Airport to your hotel where your travel coordinator will welcome you to Western Australia.

Optional “Highlights of Perth City” afternoon experience including:

• Kings Park Botanic Gardens – Walk through the tree canopies on the Tree Top Walkway and see stunning views of the Perth city skyline and the 750- year-old boab tree.
• Western Australian War Memorial – Eternal Flame, Whispering Wall & Women’s Pioneer Memorial Park
• Perth City – See the newly opened Elizabeth Quay, Bell Tower (home of the Swan Bells), Perth Town Hall, Barrack Arch, Parliament House & China Town.
• Lake Monger – home of the Black Swans after which the “Swan River Colony” was named.

After returning to your hotel, join your fellow travelers for a welcome dinner on the shores of the Swan River overlooking the Perth City Skyline.

Accommodation: Crown Metropol, Perth 

Wednesday, April 19, 2023

Perth and rottnest island (b/l).

After breakfast at the hotel, you will be transferred to the Ferry Terminal for a cruise on the Swan River from Perth to Fremantle with commentary.   Enjoy a fully guided Rottnest Island coach tour before a buffet lunch at Karma Resort on the Island.

After lunch, visit the world-famous Quokkas and enjoy some free time to explore the beauty of Rottnest.

Return to Perth in the late afternoon for some free time to rest and eat dinner before going to the Perth Observatory for an evening of guided observation using their telescopes to view southern hemisphere objects! Return to the hotel for a well-earned rest by 11:00 pm

Accommodation: Crown Metropol, Perth

Thursday, April 20, 2023

Eclipse day (b/l).

Departing the hotel early, we will be transferred to the airport for our early morning charter flight to Exmouth.  A light packed breakfast will be provided to snack on during the flight and we will arrive no later than 9 am.  We will be met by a guide at Exmouth Airport and transferred to our prime viewing area where we will settle in for the eclipse.  Seating, towels to sit or lie on, bottled water, soft drinks and a prepared boxed lunch will be provided.

We will provide all travelers with eclipse sunglasses to protect your eyes and allow you to safely enjoy the eclipse.

ECLIPSE TIMES:

• 1st contact: 10:04 local time
• 2nd contact: 11:29 local time
• totality duration:  1 min 2 sec
• 3rd contact: 11:30 local time
• 4th contact: 13:02 local time

After the eclipse, we will transfer to Learmonth Airport for our charter flight back to Perth. Upon our return to Perth we will transfer to the hotel where everyone can freshen up prior to enjoying the evening at leisure and exploring one of the many restaurants nearby (own expense).

Friday, April 21, 2023

Perth to geraldton (b/tea/d).

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before being collected for our trip to Geraldton. Along the way, we will stop at Yanchep National Park for a close encounter with some koalas at the 240-meter Koala Boardwalk.  We will visit Wangi Mia (meeting place) and discover the importance of Yanchep to the local Noongar people.

Enjoy morning tea on the shores of Loch McNess of local, indigenous produce.  Continue to Cervantes to have lunch at the Lobster Shack – Full Lobster Tail & Salads or Fried Rice (own expense).

Following lunch, visit the Pinnacles Desert in Nambung National Park and learn about the region from the Pinnacles Discovery Centre. Finish the day with a drive through the coastal village of Dongara and the Horizontal Trees of Greenough to arrive in Geraldton at approximately 6:00 pm to check in to your accommodation and freshen up before dinner.

Accommodation: Ibis Styles, Geraldton 

Saturday, April 22, 2023

Geraldton to monkey mia (b/d).

Following breakfast at the hotel, we will visit the HMAS Sydney II Memorial standing testament to Australia’s greatest naval tragedy and follow that by exploring the unique architecture of St Francis Xavier Cathedral & the Monsignor Hawes Heritage Centre. We will explore Geraldton Town Centre and stop for lunch (own expense) before driving along the North West Coastal Highway, via Northampton to the World Heritage Listed Monkey Mia.

Our day will end by watching the sunset over Shark Bay and enjoy a set course dinner at the Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort.

Accommodation: Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort, Shark Bay

Sunday, April 23, 2023

Monkey mia (b,l).

Enjoy a full day in Monkey Mia!  A short walk from your hotel, meet the world-famous dolphins of Monkey Mia…and the equally famous pelicans. Spend the morning & early afternoon on Monkey Mia Beach or take part in some optional activities including walks, paddle boarding, windsurfing & kayaking to name a few. A 2 course set menu lunch at The Boughshed Restaurant is included.

In the late afternoon, we will meet to board the 2-hour Monkey Mia Sunset Cruise.

Accommodation: Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort, Shark Bay

Monday, April 24, 2023

Monkey mia to kalbarri (b/l/d).

Enjoy a sleep-in today prior to breakfast at your hotel and for those wishing to revisit the dolphins being fed, walk down to the shores of Shark Bay. Mid-morning, we depart Monkey Mia to begin our drive southwards towards Kalbarri.

Stop at Hamelin Pool to view the Stromatolites…the oldest living organisms on Earth. Visit the pristine waters of Shell Beach with time for a swim before driving through “Big Sky Country” to Billabong Roadhouse for lunch (included).

Arriving in Kalbarri, check into your accommodation before enjoying an Aussie country-style feast at “Dirt Dust & Diesel Outdoor Restaurant”.

Accommodation: Kalbarri Edge Resort, Kalbarri

Tuesday, April 25, 2023

Kalbarri to perth (b/l).

After breakfast, we will drive to the Pelican Feeding Point near the mouth of the Murchison River by 8:45 am to experience the daily feeding by the locals.  We then head to Kalbarri National Park to see Nature’s Window, The Loop, ZBend Gorges, and Hawk’s Head Lookout and Skywalk.

Enjoy a Packed Lunch in the National Park before we begin our return journey to Perth.  Along the way, we will view more natural wonders of Kalbarri such as Red Bluff Lookout, Mushroom Rock, Pot Alley, Eagle Gorge Lookout, Island Rock & the Natural Bridge. Stop at Port Gregory (the smallest town in Western Australia) for photo opportunities of the vivid pink waters of Hutt Lagoon.

Arriving back in Perth in the late afternoon/early evening, we will be delivered to the hotel where we can unpack and enjoy the evening at our leisure

Accommodation: DoubleTree by Hilton, Perth Waterfront

Wednesday, April 26, 2023

Perth - freemantle & penguin island (b/l/d).

Following breakfast, we will board a ferry to Penguin Island to see the penguins feed and explore the beautiful Island. We will also take a glass-bottom boat to explore the ocean floor around Penguin and Seal Island – looking out for playful seals and dolphins! In Fremantle, our guide will drive us through Fremantle City showing us various attractions including the Fremantle Prison, The Roundhouse (Western Australia’s oldest surviving building), The Esplanade, Fisherman’s Harbour, and the Fremantle Markets.

Enjoy a 2-course lunch at the Garden Atrium Restaurant in the iconic Esplanade Hotel in Fremantle (included). Return to Perth City via Cottesloe Beach and the Indiana Teahouse with stunning views of the Indian Ocean.

Farewell Dinner

Thursday, April 27, 2023

Farewell to western australia (b).

After breakfast, spend some time at leisure for last-minute shopping and get picked up from the hotel 3 hours prior to your flight departure for a transfer to Perth Airport and your flight back home.

• Astronomer / Scientist guides
• Professional local Western Australian guide
• Eclipse viewing safety glasses
• Commemorative Eclipse T-shirt
• 2 charter flights during the tour
• All ground transportation
• 4-star accommodations
• Airport transfers during the tour
• Meals (as described in itinerary)
• Lectures: Pre-eclipse talk and other astronomy/science talks throughout the tour.

Not Included

• Flights necessary to get to Perth to meet the tour
• Items of a personal nature
• Alchoholic beverages (unless specifically included)
• Tips for drivers and guides
• Meals not specified in the itinerary
• Activities or services not mentioned in the itinerary
• Travel insurance

Other Information

Travel insurance is required. Please be aware that COVID-19 coverage or evidence of vaccination may be required by Australia to enter the country (we will notify travelers of any such requirements starting about 6 months prior to the trip). We recommend TravelGuard trip insurance ( www.travelguard.com ) and that all travelers purchase their insurance within 7 days of their initial reservation to take advantage of any pre-existing condition clause.

Sirius Travel passengers will be required to comply with all Australian recommendations and requirements in place at the time of travel. The latest Australian regulations may be reviewed on their official website here: https://www.health.gov.au/news/health-alerts/novel-coronavirus-2019-ncov-health-alert/coronavirus-covid-19-travel-and-restrictions/international-travel-and-covid-19  Western Australia specific requirements can be found here: https://www.wa.gov.au/organisation/department-of-the-premier-and-cabinet/covid-19-coronavirus-travel-wa

Visas and Passports

Depending on your country of origin, visas may be required to enter Australia.

U.S. citizens need a valid passport to enter Australia. U.S. citizens with expired or damaged passports may not be allowed to enter and could be sent back to the United States at their own expense. Private U.S. citizens do not need a visa for visits of up to 90 days for tourism or business. Diplomatic or official passport holders must get visas prior to arrival.

Visa and passport fees are not included in the price of this trip. We recommend checking your passport expiration immediately and make plans to renew before October 2022 if necessary.  We recommend reviewing the visa and passport requirements for travel to Australia for your country of origin.  ( US citizens may find their information here )

Immunizations and Health

Routine vaccinations: Make sure you are up-to-date on routine vaccines before every trip. These vaccines include measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, diphtheria-tetanus-pertussis vaccine, varicella (chickenpox) vaccine, polio vaccine, and your yearly flu shot.

Hepatitis B:  Recommended for unvaccinated travelers of all ages to Australia.

Yellow Fever:  Required if traveling from a country with risk of YF virus transmission and ≥1 year of age, including transit >12 hours in an airport located in a country with risk of YF virus transmission. 1   This requirement excludes Galápagos Islands in Ecuador.

Precautions should always be taken seriously and pre-trip education on what to eat or to avoid should be planned. Information on vaccinations and other health precautions, such as safe food and water precautions and insect bite protection, may be obtained from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) hotline for international travelers at 1-877-FYI-TRIP (1-877-394-8747) or via the  CDC website .

Health Restrictions

It is every traveler’s responsibility to consider all appropriate medical advice regarding whether or not they are fit to take this trip prior to booking their reservation. We recommend that all interested travelers check with their healthcare provider before signing on.

Age Restrictions

Children 3 and older are welcome on this tour but must be accompanied by a parent or guardian if they are under 18. There is child pricing (ages 3-11) for this tour.  Please note that most countries have very strict entry/exit requirements for minors (under the age of 18 years old), especially minors traveling with only one parent.  Please review the requirements before choosing to travel with a minor.

Room Sharing

If you are traveling alone, you may save quite a bit of money by opting to share a room. We will match solo travelers of the same gender so that they can share a double occupancy room with two beds. We will do our best to match travelers but if we cannot find a match for you then you will be required to pay the single occupancy price.

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We have some amazing ways to experience the forthcoming total solar eclipses in 2026, 2027 and 2028 including two cruises that you can book now and some more highly-tailored events that we are currently working on.

12 August 2026 - Iceland,  Greenland  and Spain.

Our polar cruise departing Iceland to watch the eclipse in Scoresby Sund in Greenland is now on sale. The full itinerary details including information on the eclipse experts that will join throughout offering fascinating talks and insights can be found here .

We are also looking to host an amazing event in central Spain. Based at a hotel, on the day of the eclipse you will travel to a nearby private viewing area that has been carefully curated for optimum viewing for the Solar Eclipse. A truly magical location from which to experience an eclipse over a tremendous landscape. We will have the details for this very soon. 

2 August 2027 - Southern Spain and North Africa

Watch the longest eclipse this century on a Nile cruise (waitlist only) offering unparalleled conditions for eclipse watching and a luxurious cruise that visits lower Egypt's most iconic archaeological sites.

We are also looking at opportunities to watch the eclipse in Morocco and the Mediterranean Sea. More details to follow.

22 July 2028 - Australia 

We are looking at opportunities to watch the eclipse in Australia in July 2028. More details to follow.

Email [email protected] to register your interest and be amongst the first to hear when we launch the tour and cruise details.

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Itinerary at a glance

ACCOMMODATION

The ritz-carlton perth, karijini national park, onslow beach resort, what's included.

• All accommodations
• All listed activities and excursions
• All transfers
• National Park Fees
• Eclipse glasses for the big event
• International airfare
• Personal expenses
• Travel insurance
• Costs associated with trip interruption or modification due to weather, travel conditions, political/civil disputes, medical emergencies, or other causes beyond our control

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• A Group of Luxury Catamarans
• A Skipper and Private Chef for Each Boat
• 3 Days of Sailing
• Water Activities and Unbelievable Sunsets

Total Solar Eclipse in Australia on Caledonian Sky

April 12-25, 2023

Ship Size: 114 guests Price: Starting from $14,990 per person Co-sponsored with:  Yale, Carleton College

Trip Overview

• Experience the riveting cosmic event of a rare total solar eclipse from the best possible vantage point, directly on the centerline, as the brilliance of the Coral Coast is plunged into darkness. 
• Cruise for 10 nights down the coast of Western Australia, home to some of the darkest skies in the world, allowing for incredible stargazing of the Southern Skies from the ease and comfort of the ship’s top deck. 
• Witness a variety of dazzling landscapes of Western Australia’s colorful Coral Coast, home to white sand beaches, oceans painted with azure blue hues, rugged red outback desert and the world’s longest fringing reef.
• Snorkel pristine reefs and coral gardens including the World Heritage Sites of Ningaloo Reef and Shark Bay.
• Encounter an abundance of wildlife - rare birds, land animals and marine life – including a chance to swim with mighty whale sharks and manta rays, two of the world’s largest harmless fish.
• Engage with Indigenous Australians and learn about the world’s oldest living culture during visits to sacred Aboriginal sites.

Schedule by Day

• Apr 12-13: Depart U.S. / Cross international dateline
• Apr 14: Arrive Sydney, Australia
• Apr 15: Fly to Broome / Embark Caledonian Sky
• Apr 16: Rowley Shoals / Mermaid Reef / Bedwell Island
• Apr 17: Karratha / Burrup Peninsula / Dampier Archipelago
• Apr 18: Montebello Islands
• Apr 19: Muiron Islands
• Apr 20: Ningaloo Reef Marine Park / Exmouth / Eclipse Day
• Apr 21: Ningaloo Reef Marine Park / Coral Park
• Apr 22: Monkey Mia / Shark Bay
• Apr 23: Geraldton / Kalbarri National Park
• Apr 24: Abrolhos Islands
• Apr 25: Perth / Depart for home  

Per person based on double occupancy

• Category A: $14,990  
• Category B: $15,990 
• Category C: $17,990 
• Category D: $19,990 
• Category E: $20,990 
• Category F: $22,990 
• Category G: $24,990 

Single occupancy

• Category A: $22,490 
• Category B: $23,990 
• Category C: $26,990

Accommodations

• One night at the Shangri-La Hotel in Sydney
• Ten nights aboard  Caledonian Sky

What to Expect

Busy pacing may include multiple hotel changes plus internal flights or long drives. May involve exposure to the outdoors, full days of touring, and walking up to two hours.

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Mode of Travel

Related trips, for more information.

Please email [email protected] or call our office at 800-422-1636 or 617-496-0806.

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The totality of an eclipse is never long enough. My first total solar eclipse experience in 2017 made for the shortest two minutes of my life: the sun transforming into a blazing diamond ring, the beautiful delirium of darkness, that perfect circle in the sky. Before I knew it, the eclipse was over—and my friends and I were plotting how we could catch our next.

During my second total eclipse in Ohio, I savored nearly double that time—four minutes of totality. Those extra moments gave me time to tune into the full sensory experience. As birds slowed their songs, crickets filled the false twilight with their chirping. All the people around me fell silent amid the cool, still air, and the corona of the sun radiated and wisped above. It wasn’t long after those beautiful four minutes ended that I began scheming, again, about my next opportunity to relive the cosmic experience. Now, I’ve fully embraced my identity as an umbraphile —literally, a “shadow lover,” but better known as someone who chases total solar eclipses.

For umbraphiles like myself based in the United States, the next total solar eclipse to hit the US is in 2033—although it will only grace the western half of Alaska , along with Russia . In 2044, another total solar eclipse will swoop across Canada into Montana and the Dakotas . The next “Great American Eclipse” to cut across a wide swath of the nation won’t arrive until 2045 , though that one will stretch all the way from Northern California to Florida , across Utah , Colorado , Georgia , and many more states.

If you can’t bear to wait more than two decades for that stunning event, the good news is that many more eclipses will occur before then—you just have to go abroad to catch them. Whether you saw the 2024 total solar eclipse and are eager to plan your next trip to the path of totality, or you missed it and want to discover what all the hype is about, consider this your guide to seeing a total solar eclipse in the next four years.

In 2026, travelers to Iceland will have the chance to catch the solar eclipse and northern lights on one trip.

August 12, 2026: The Arctic, Iceland, and Spain

Your earliest chance to catch another total solar eclipse is August 12, 2026 , when the path of totality will curve northeast across the Arctic Ocean and south through remote eastern Greenland , terminating in the Balearic Sea just east of Mallorca . While there are several worthy destinations for umbraphiles during the 2026 eclipse, the totality experience will be relatively short, lasting only 1-2 minutes, depending on where you are within the path.

One spot to add to your eclipse planning list is Western Iceland , where you may also be able to catch Northern Lights on your trip to enhance the cosmic experience. The capital of Reykjavik sits on the edge of totality, making it a fine and accessible viewing destination. The downside? Totality will only last a minute there. To extend the experience, head about three hours west by car. Snæfellsjökull National Park —a seaside park named for a volcano and glacier—will experience 2 minutes and 10 seconds of totality. Stay in the nearby hamlet of Búðir, about 30 minutes away. Or head to the village of Patreksfjordur in the Westfjords, about a five-hour drive from Reykjavik for a similarly longer totality.

If a more Mediterranean eclipse experience appeals, the spot to be is Spain. The path of totality will also clip northeastern Portugal . In northern Spain, the medieval cities of Oviedo (1 minute and 49 seconds totality) or Burgo (1 minute and 44 seconds totality) are good places to watch, right in the center of the totality path. For a more urban experience, consider Zaragoza (1 minute and 24 seconds of totality) or seaside Valencia (1 minute totality).

Perhaps the most unique place to take in the 2026 eclipse in Spain is upon the island of Mallorca. Partying in Palma, reveling in secluded beaches, or overlooking the sea upon the island’s limestone cliffs would all make enviable ways to take in the 1 minute and 36 seconds of totality. With around 300 days of sunshine annually, Mallorca is also a safe bet for clear skies. If you prefer to leave the planning to the pros, consider a guided eclipse trip through a company like Sirius Travel , which is also offering an Iceland eclipse trip. Note that some other guided 2026 eclipse tours are already sold out , so don’t wait to reserve.

One of the most unusual places to witness an eclipse is aboard a cruise ship , and there are already several potential options available—after all, this eclipse is only a couple years out and plans are underway. Bundle up and hop aboard the Greenland Solar Eclipse cruise hosted by Albatros Expeditions . The 13-day itinerary includes a tour of fjords and glaciers, a visit to Nuuk, and of course, the 2-minute, 17-second totality experience (starting at $19,600 per person). Cunard is offering three solar eclipse cruise experiences : one through Norway and Iceland, and two more near Spain and the Mediterranean.

Luxor, Egypt, will see over six minutes of totality during the August 2027 eclipse.

August 2, 2027: Northern Africa and the Middle East

Just a year later, another eclipse will travel across Northern Africa and the western edge of the Middle East —this one with a prodigiously long totality time. The eclipse will cross over the southern tip of Spain and Gibraltar, which will enjoy 4 minutes and 28 seconds of totality.

Across Northern Africa, several cities make excellent viewing points. The beaches of Tangier , Morocco, will take in 4 minutes and 50 seconds totality. In Tunisia , the ancient oasis of Gafsa will clock over 5 minutes of totality.

For the longest totality time, consider Luxor, Egypt , which will see a stunning 6 minutes and 22 seconds of darkness, likely amid sunny skies. This is only about a minute shy of the known record for longest totality time : 7 minutes and 28 seconds, back in 743 B.C. Besides, could anything eclipse the mystical sight of a pyramid than a literal eclipse darkening the skies above the Ancient Egyptian monuments?

Cruises and guided tours for the 2027 eclipse are also already on offer. Take a cruise through the Mediterranean with Eclipse Tours and witness totality at sea (starting at $4,999), or tour Morocco and enjoy the eclipse from a beach with Astro Tours (price unlisted).

Head to New Zealand's Otago Peninsula in 2028 to experience three minutes of totality.

July 22, 2028: Australia and New Zealand

If you can wait four years, consider an eclipse trip to Oceania . This eclipse will traverse central Australia and southern New Zealand , and there are many incredible spots to consider within the path for your viewing experience, whether you prefer to dance in the darkness or be immersed in the wild.

In Australia, Sydney is smack dab in the middle of the 2028 path , with 3 minutes and 49 seconds of totality. While no festivals or events are in the works yet, have no doubt Australia will rise to the occasion. For a more nature-based experience, consider the ancient rock formations and trails of Mirima National Park ; stay in the nearby town of Kununurra. This area will enjoy just under three minutes of totality. Of course, an Australia eclipse-themed cruise already awaits, too, though the eclipse itself is to be viewed on land (starting at $14,500).

In New Zealand, enjoy nearly three minutes of totality include Queenstown and Dunedin. Take in the New Zealand eclipse from the stunning shores of Lake Wakatipu of Queenstown, where you can chase the rush of an eclipse with one of the world’s highest bungee jumps . Amid the Scottish-meets-Maori heritage of Dunedin, bookend the eclipse with a visit to the Larnach Castle or the Otago Peninsula and its penguins.

Tips for planning an eclipse trip around the world

You’re not the only traveler drawn to the elusive experience of a total eclipse—which is why places in the path of totality tend to experience a massive spike in tourism . Lodging books early, prices surge, rental cars run out, and those who fail to plan in advance are often left high and dry—or forced to spend a small fortune.

My advice on preparing for an eclipse trip in the US applies doubly when it comes to an international voyage to the path of totality. Here are a few key pointers before you plan your trip, whether to the Arctic, Spain, Egypt, or Australia:

It’s never too early to book: Some tours are already sold out, while hotel reservations are sure to go fast. Make your reservations as soon as you can, especially for the 2026 eclipse—you can always cancel later if your trip falls through. This applies to rental cars and flights as well.

Give yourself a buffer around the eclipse: Don’t plan to show up the day before the eclipse or day of, nor should you plan to depart the day of or day after. Adding some wiggle room will allow you to maximize the serenity of the experience, rather than sabotage it with the chaos of eclipse travel.

Get to your viewing spot at least a few hours in advance: This way your plans won’t be foiled by any unexpected traffic, you can find the perfect perch, and you’ll have time to set up any camera tripods or telescopes.

Hold on to your eclipse glasses—or buy them early: Don’t plan to pick up a pair at your destination. And make sure they’re ISO certified .

Finally, turn your eclipse travels into a longer trip of about a week or two. Look into local observatories or stargazing tours to up the astronomical ante. A few months ahead, research eclipse festivals, events, and viewing parties, if that’s of interest. Meet some fellow travelers who you might be interested in viewing with. Then, one to six minutes of totality will be just the pinnacle of your celestially inspired trip, rather than the entirety of it.

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The Solar Eclipse Expedition

Darwin to Broome l 15 April 2023 l $13,490pp – FULLY BOOKED, JOIN THE WAITLIST

JOIN US ABOARD Coral Adventurer on our special expedition, The Solar Eclipse Expedition, in partnership with the Australian Geographic Society. Sail to Ashmore Reef to experience the rare, hybrid solar eclipse from this isolated location.Toast this unforgettable event with champagne while sharing in the knowledge of the astronomy experts on board. Be immersed in the forces of nature as the sky darkens and the wildlife around you reacts to this incredible phenonenom.

Expert guides

Fred Watson and Marnie Ogg

Fred Watson is Australia’s first Astronomer-at-Large. Recognised internationally for helping to pioneer the use of fibre optics in astronomy during the 1980s, Fred is best known today for his award-winning radio and TV broadcasts, books and dark-sky advocacy.

Marnie Ogg has 30 years of experience in tourism. Seeing the designation of Australia’s first Dark Sky Place, managing Sydney Observatory and founding the Australian Dark Sky Alliance has seen her receive two International Dark Sky Defender awards.

Also aboard will be photographer Scott Portelli, who won Australian Geographic’s Nature Photographer of the Year 2021.

Expedition highlights

• Experience a rare, hybrid solar eclipse at Ashmore Reef, WA. Watch birdlife react to this event, flying home to roost in the middle of the day as you plunge into darkness
• Enjoy the company of expert guides who’ll be with you, sharing their knowledge and interpretation of wildlife, astronomy and photography
• Witness the grandeur of King George River and its twin falls
• Walk among ancient Wandjina and Gwion Gwion rock-art galleries
• Experience the thrill of riding on a Zodiac through Horizontal Falls

Trip itinerary

• Sail to isolated Ashmore Reef to view the rare hybrid eclipse event from the sheltered anchorage of the lagoon, accompanied by champagne and canapes
• Ride the rapids through the famous Horizontal Falls
• See locations carved by geological forces, including Iron Islands, past Koolan Island and Nares Point
• Sail through Whirlpool Passage, explore Edeline Island, walk along the pristine white sands of Silica Beach
• Witness the mammoth tide recede to reveal Montgomery Reef
• Be immersed in wildlife havens Adele Island and the Lacepede Islands
• Hear thundering torrents of water cascading down King George River and Falls and Mitchell Falls
• Explore colourful coral reefs teeming with marine life at Rowley Shoals and Scott Reef

For more information head to Coral Expeditions or call 1800 079 545 .

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The eclipse of 22 July 2028

The second total solar eclipse in the series of five occurs on 22nd of July 2028 and crosses the Australian continent from Western Australia through to New South Wales, passing directly over Sydney.

• The 2028 eclipse path across the world

The path of totality of the 2028 eclipse starts in the Indian Ocean to the west of Indonesia, crosses the Australian territories of Cocos and Keeling Islands and Christmas Island and makes contact with the Australian mainland firstly in the Kimberley area of Western Australia, then continues across the Northern Territory, south-west Queensland and into New South Wales passing directly over the Sydney area. Continuing across the Tasman Sea the path crosses New Zealand over Queenstown and Dunedin finishing out in the Pacific Ocean.

The whole of Australia and New Zealand will experience a partial solar eclipse. The path of the eclipse is shown in the animation of Figure 1 prepared by Michael Zeiler and Fred Espenak. Their animations can be downloaded from https://eclipsewise.com/solar/SEdecade/SEanimate2001.html#animate2021 . The animation is shown from the perspective of an observer on the Moon. It shows the movement across Earth of the small black dot of the Moon’s shadow, the umbra, where a total solar eclipse will occur, surrounded by the lighter penumbra where a partial solar eclipse will happen. The path of totality is shown as a yellow line. The progress of the time in Universal Time is at top right and the duration of totality on the centerline at that point in the path is at bottom left. To convert Universal time to local time, add 6:30 for Cocos (Keeling) islands; 7:00 for Christmas Island; 8:00 for Western Australia; 9:30 for South Australia, Northern Territory and Broken Hill; 10:00 for eastern Australian states; and 12:00 for New Zealand.

• The 2028 solar eclipse across Australia

Figure 2 depicts the eclipse over Australia and New Zealand. The green lines show percentage coverage of the Sun’s diameter at eclipse maximum. This illustrates that the whole of Australia and New Zealand will have a partial solar eclipse and that maximum coverage of the Sun decreases with increasing distance from the path of totality. The yellow crescent images of the Sun at each of the capital cities and selected other locations show the coverage of the Sun at maximum eclipse at those places. The path of totality is shown with its centerline in blue and northern and southern extremities of totality in red. The path of totality crosses Western Australia, Northern Territory, Queensland and New South Wales as well as New Zealand. Locations outside the path of totality (even just outside) will not experience any of the dramatic effects of the total eclipse.

Circumstances of the eclipse at capital cities and other locations are shown in Table 1 below. Times are shown for the start of the partial phase (known as first contact or C1), time that the eclipse reaches maximum, the maximum percentage coverage of the Sun’s diameter (known as eclipse magnitude), the altitude of the Sun at eclipse maximum, and the end of the partial phase (known as fourth contact or C4). All times are in local time in 24-hour clock time.

Outside the path of totality right across Australia a partial solar eclipse will occur with the Moon gradually covering part of the Sun. The view of the eclipse will start after first contact with a small “bite” taken out of the Sun. Coverage of the Sun will increase. The proportion of the Sun’s diameter covered (called the magnitude of the eclipse) will increase to a maximum and then reduce again as the Moon moves across the Sun, finishing as the Moon moves off the Sun at fourth contact. For a detailed description of the experience see What happens during a solar eclipse .

Even though some locations in Table 1 will have a high percentage coverage of the Sun, they will not experience any of the dramatic effects of the total solar eclipse. Even at 99% coverage, the light is still up to 1 000 times brighter than in the path of totality. It is far too bright to see the corona, the chromosphere and any prominences and you will not be enveloped by the dark shadow or see the diamond ring or the 360° sunset colours.

• The 2028 eclipse path of totality

Figure 3 provides details of the path of totality across Australia and New Zealand. The path of totality is shown with its centerline in blue and northern and southern extremities of totality in red. For selected locations on the path of totality the start time of totality (in local time) is shown as well as the duration of totality. The greatest eclipse point is the location where the duration of totality is longest. For this eclipse it is in the Kimberley region of Western Australia (shown on Figure 3) with a duration of 5 minutes and 10 seconds. This is a relatively long eclipse. The width of the path of totality varies between about 230 km in Western Australia to about 190 km near Sydney and about 170 km in New Zealand. The shadow of the Moon will be travelling across the ground at about 2 150 km per hour in Western Australia increasing to about 4 900 km per hour near Sydney.

• The 2028 eclipse path of totality in the Sydney region

Details of the path of totality in the Sydney region are shown in Figure 4. As before, the path of totality is shown with its centerline in blue and northern and southern extremities of totality in red. The path covers several major towns and cities as well as the greater Sydney area. The area has a population of about 6 million residents. Although “the dish” near Parkes is just outside the path, the Siding Springs Observatory (not shown in the diagram) is inside the path.

• Circumstances for locations in the 2028 eclipse path of totality

Circumstance of the total eclipse at selected locations on the path of totality are shown in Table 2 below including the start of the partial phase (known as first contact or C1), the start of the total phase (known as second contact or C2), the duration of the total phase, the altitude of the Sun for the total phase, and the end of the final partial phase (known as fourth contact or C4). All times are in local time in 24 hour clock time.

• Eclipse circumstances at other locations

To find the circumstances of the 2028 eclipse at any other location both inside and outside the path of totality, use Xavier Jubier’s interactive Google map for the eclipse at: http://xjubier.free.fr/en/site_pages/solar_eclipses/TSE_2028_GoogleMapFull.html . A map will display the path of totality across Earth. Enter the place name in the search box and select from the list or find the location on the map and select it. An information box will pop up with the details of the eclipse at that point.

• What to see during totality for the 2028 eclipse

As totality approaches the temperature will gradually decrease and the light will fade, confusing birds and animals. In the last few minutes, the Moon’s shadow may be seen approaching. As this is a long eclipse with a wide path the shadow may be well defined and is likely to appear as a very dark thunderstorm approaching swiftly and silently from a generally north-west direction. In Western Australia the umbra will reach down to Earth somewhat vertically but towards Sydney and the end of the path near New Zealand, the shadow will become more inclined and this is likely to make it more defined and darker.

A wind may spring up, and it may feel as if there is a chill in the air. Viewing through your safe solar filters, if the sky is clear, you can see the very thin crescent shape of the Sun decreasing to the last few points of light shining through valleys around the edge of the Moon then winking out as the surrounding light suddenly goes dark.

Removing your safe solar filters, you will see the dramatic sight of the eclipsed Sun appearing as a black hole in the sky surrounded by the Sun’s beautiful white corona. Initially, there will be an arc of the Sun’s bright red chromosphere and there may be prominences visible. The extent of the chromosphere and how long any prominences last will depend on where you are across the path of totality. Near the centre of the path, the chromosphere and any prominences may only be seen briefly as they are covered by the moving Moon. Towards either side of the path expect the chromosphere to appear more down one side of the Sun and last longer and prominences on that side of the Sun will also likely last longer.

When totality arrives, the whole sky will become a very dark blue, resembling a deep twilight as you are surrounded by the Moon’s shadow. Planets and bright stars will become visible if the sky is clear. As this is a relatively long eclipse the sky will be darker than shorter eclipses and more stars and planets would be expected to be visible if the sky is clear. The sight of the Sun in the sky surrounded by the planets, extending in a line out from the Sun, gives a unique perspective of the Solar System as the planets move in their orbits all on almost the same plane.

Figure 5 is a simulation created using the software program Stellarium of a view of the whole sky as seen from Devils Marbles in the Northern Territory during totality. View this chart as if holding it overhead. The eclipsed Sun will be reasonably high in the sky. To the north, the bright planet Venus will be to the left of the Sun in the north-west. Jupiter will be to the right of the Sun in the north-east. Mercury will be close to the Sun about 4 degrees to the left and down and Mars will be between Venus and the Sun. Bright stars may be visible in the locations shown. There will be sunset-like colours 360 degrees all around the horizon. See What happens during a solar eclipse for more detailed information and photos of the effects and Light and colours in the atmosphere for an explanation of the horizon sunset colours.

As the eclipse progresses towards the east of Australia, the Sun will be further to the west as will be the planets and the stars. Figure 6 is a simulation created using the software program Stellarium of a view of the whole sky as seen from Sydney during totality. The eclipse will be lower in the north-west. Venus will be on the western horizon and Jupiter will be higher in the sky. Stars will generally be further to the west.

Towards the end of totality another bright red arc of the chromosphere will appear. Then, all too quickly, at the end of totality, the first point of sunlight will burst through a valley around the edge of the Moon in the dramatic and memorable finale – the diamond ring effect. After seeing the diamond ring, safe solar filters must be used immediately to enjoy the remainder of the eclipse as a partial eclipse.

• Safe viewing of the 2028 solar eclipse

The only safe way to look directly at the uneclipsed, or partially eclipsed Sun is through special-purpose solar filters, such as “eclipse glasses” or handheld solar viewers. However, it is vital that they conform to the correct standard, and that they are used safely.

Here are tips to assist in the safe use of eclipse glasses and similar products:

• The filters must be certified to comply with the requirements of the ISO 12312-2 international standard. It is strongly recommended that they be purchased from reputable vendors to ensure that they have been correctly certified. These may include astronomy supply shops, public observatories and planetariums or from a government agency. Ordering from other suppliers especially on the internet is not recommended as the filters may not be correctly certified.
• Always inspect your solar filter before use; if scratched, punctured, torn, or otherwise damaged, discard it. Read and follow any instructions printed on or packaged with the filter.
• Always supervise children using solar filters, ensuring that they use them correctly and do not sneak a peek at the Sun around the filter.
• If you normally wear eyeglasses for distance viewing, keep them on. Put your eclipse glasses on over them or hold your handheld viewer in front of them.
• Stand still and cover your eyes with your eclipse glasses or solar viewer before looking up at the bright Sun. After looking at the Sun, turn away and then remove your filter - do not remove it while looking at the Sun.
• Do not look at the uneclipsed, or partially eclipsed Sun through an unfiltered camera, telescope, binoculars, or other optical device.
• Similarly, do not look at the Sun through a camera, telescope, binoculars, or any other optical device while using your eclipse glasses or handheld solar viewer - the concentrated solar rays could damage the filter and enter your eye(s), causing serious injury.

Other methods of experiencing the partial phases of the eclipse are by viewing a projected image of the Sun. This can be safe because no one is looking directly at the Sun. This includes pinhole projection, mirror projection, binocular or telescope projection or commercially produced projection devices. For details of these methods and how to use them safely and other eye safety information see Eye Safety .

It is safe, and awe-inspiring, to watch the eclipse without using eye protection during the brief period of totality, while the Moon is completely covering the Sun – that is the excitement of this event! However, you must be sure that you are watching at the correct time and place and are in totality. Refer to Figures 3 and 4 and Table 2 above to check where to be and when. If you are inside the path of totality, remove your solar filter only when the Moon completely covers the Sun’s bright face, and it suddenly gets quite dark. Wait until the last bright spots around the edge of the Sun as viewed through your filter have disappeared. Experience totality, then, as soon as the bright Sun begins to reappear in the “diamond ring”, look away or replace your solar viewer to watch the remaining partial phases. It should be noted that certified “eclipse glasses” and filters are intended to be used for the partial phases of the eclipse. They MUST be removed to experience totality. If using the pinhole method to watch the progress of the eclipse, be aware that it cannot be used to determine the start of totality as the image will fade out well before the start of totality and viewing with a properly certified solar filter is a more effective method.

• Weather prospects for the 2028 total eclipse

Weather on the day of the eclipse cannot be predicted far in advance of the time of the eclipse. However, statistics of climate observations can give an indication of average weather.

An excellent resource for eclipse weather is Jay Anderson’s eclipse weather website which has information on weather for the 2028 eclipse https://eclipsophile.com/future-eclipses-2024-2028/ . Figure 7 is from that site and shows the mean July cloud cover as measured by satellite over an 18-year period together with the path of totality. The lowest cloud amounts are in northwestern Australia where there is an excellent probability of clear skies. The chance of cloud increases as the eclipse moves to the south-east but is still only at a moderate level towards the east coast.

Despite the encouraging statistics, there is always the possibility of cloud on the day.

Where to observe the 2028 total eclipse

To experience the total solar eclipse, you must be located on the path of totality. Anywhere outside the path of totality will only experience a partial eclipse. As the path of totality for this eclipse stretches from coast to coast there are many suitable locations for viewing. Here are some of the things you may consider when deciding where to observe from.

• Weather prospects

Clear skies are essential for the best view of totality. The map of figure 7 shows that the best prospects for clear weather are in north-west Australia. However, there are also good prospects across central Australia and into western New South Wales. Chances of clear skies decrease closer to the east coast and into Sydney.

However, what is more important is the actual weather on the day of the eclipse. A good idea is to check on the weather forecast in advance of eclipse day. A good forecast of clear skies in one area can influence the choice of observing site. The Bureau of Meteorology forecasts can be consulted as well as international weather models. If there is consistency between the various models, then that will increase the confidence in the forecast.

If there is thin cloud at the time of the eclipse, then it will still be spectacular. If cloud cover is thicker then you may not see the dramatic sight of the Sun in total eclipse, but the sky will go very dark as the Moon’s shadow passes over. If there is cloud in the time before the eclipse, the temperature drop caused by the Moon’s shadow approaching may reduce the cloud cover in a phenomenon called “eclipse cooling”.

• The totality experience

As long as the sky is clear the view of the eclipse from anywhere in the path of totality will be spectacular. However, the experience will vary depending on where you are in the path. Some people seek out the longest time in totality. The maximum duration of totality for this eclipse will be 5 minutes and 10 seconds on the centreline in the Kimberley area. The Greatest Eclipse Point is marked on Figure 3. East or west from here on the path of totality the duration will decrease but it is still a very creditable 3 minutes and 44 seconds in metropolitan Sydney. See how totality duration varies along the path of totality centreline in the animation of Figure 1.

The duration of totality will also vary depending on where across the path of totality you are. It will be a maximum in the area of the centreline but will still be significant across most of the path. Some experienced eclipse enthusiasts choose a location close to the edge of the path of totality. This will give a reduced time in totality but normally produces an enhanced experience of the transition effects at the start and end of totality with Baily’s Beads, diamond ring and chromosphere typically persisting for a longer time.

• How far to travel

If you are lucky enough to live within the path of totality, then the best place to view totality is probably from home. You can invite family and friends and you have access to all facilities. If not in the path of totality, you can travel to the closest part of the path if the weather forecast for that area is favourable. Otherwise, you may need to travel to an area with a better forecast. If planning on travelling to the path in central Australia this can be remote country and you would be wise to be relatively self-sufficient carrying adequate fuel, food and water and allowing for contingencies.

If the weather for the area you have chosen to go to is uncertain with, for example, the possibility of cloud, there is benefit of being in an area where there are options to relocate in the day before or in the period leading up to the eclipse. A site that has a road that is aligned in the direction of the path of totality for example can be helpful if travelling in a vehicle or other similar method of transport.

• Photography options

If photographing the eclipse against a great foreground is a priority, then there are many options to choose from for this eclipse. Some examples include Mitchell Falls and the gorges in the Kimberley region, Devils Marbles in the Northern Territory, outback areas in Northern Territory, Queensland or New South Wales and iconic locations in Sydney such as Sydney Harbour Bridge or the Opera House. For more information on eclipse photography see Eclipse Photography .

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COUNTDOWN TO TOTALITY* 22.07.28

The australian solar eclipse 22 july 2028.

A   total solar eclipse   will occur right across Australia on 22 July 2028. This is the second in a series of five total solar eclipses in Australia between 2023 and 2028. The first was on 20 April 2023.

*The countdown timer above is set for 22 July 2028.

The path of the total eclipse on the Australian mainland will cross the Kimberley region of Western Australia then continue on across the Northern Territory, south-west Queensland and into New South Wales passing directly over Sydney. The eclipse will be total at around 11am (AWST) in the Kimberley area, around 12:45pm (ACST) in the Northern Territory and around 2pm (AEST) in Sydney.

The process of the moon moving across the face of the Sun takes up to about three hours, but the time of totality, when the Sun is completely obscured by the moon will only last for up to a little over 5 minutes in the Kimberley area to up to 3 minutes and 45 seconds in the Sydney area (exact times depend on your location).

Check the interactive map further down the page to see the path of the total eclipse across Australia and the time of the eclipse at any observing location on the path. Zoom in and click on the location to show a pop up box with the time and duration of the total eclipse as well as the times of the start and end of the partial phases. Note that the times are in Universal Time, but that can be changed to local time by clicking on the clock icon on the left hand side of the screen. The altitude of the Sun as well as its direction is also shown.

The timing of the total eclipse at selected locations along the path of totality are listed HERE .

This rare and spectacular phenomenon is probably the most awe inspiring event in the natural world.

Observers at the 2028 Total Eclipse can expect to see the Sun’s bright disc slowly being covered by the silhouette of the moon to produce a diminishing solar crescent.

Just as the last of the Sun disappears behind the moon, two interesting optical phenomenon will occur, known as Baily’s Beads and the Diamond Ring Effect. This is when the final rays of sunlight pass between the rugged lunar topography.

See HERE for a description of the total solar eclipse experience.

Michael Zeiler / GreatAmericanEclipse.com

The path across australia of the solar eclipse on 22 july 2028., the path of totality is highlighted in yellow with the duration of totality indicated. yellow lines roughly parallel to the path of totality show the maximum amount of obscuration of the sun away from the path of totality. obscuration is the percentage area of the sun covered and is an indication of the degree of reduction in sunlight..

At the same time, the whole of Australia will experience a partial solar eclipse – a solar eclipse seen from within the Moon’s penumbra, where the Moon appears to block part (but not all) of the Sun’s surface (the photosphere).

During a partial eclipse there is some reduction in brightness due to the Moon covering the Sun’s disc. However this is usually not noticeable unless the reduction is large.

The interactive map below will show you how much of the Sun’s disc will be blocked at any location across Australia. Zoom in and click on any location outside the path of totality to show a pop up box with the timing of the start and end of the partial eclipse and maximum coverage of the Sun. Note that the times are in Universal Time, but that can be changed to local time by clicking on the clock icon on the left hand side of the screen. The altitude of the Sun as well as its direction is also shown. The magnitude figure is the maximum coverage of the diameter of the Sun at the location.

The timing and maximum coverage of the Sun for the partial eclipse at capital cities are listed HERE .

Do not look at a partial eclipse or the partial phases of a total eclipse – use eclipse glasses or a projection method as described HERE .

See HERE for what to expect during a partial eclipse.

Interactive Google Map – showing the path of the eclipse (map opens in new window)

Google Maps / Xavier M. Jubier

Australia’s eclipse quintet: 2023-2038.

There are five total solar eclipses visible in Australia over the 15 year period 2023 to 2038. Following the recent 20 April eclipse the next four will be:

1) 22 July 2028 crossing the Kimberley in WA, NT, southwest Qld, NSW and passing centrally through Sydney;

2) 25 November 2030 across SA, northwest NSW, southern Qld ending at sunset in southeast Qld;

3) 13 July 2037 through southern WA, southern NT, western Qld and finally passing over Brisbane and the Gold Coast;

4) 26 December 2038 through central WA, SA, and along the NSW/Vic border.

The image below shows the paths of these eclipses across Australia.

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Eclipse Tour #57-C “Total Solar Eclipse” – Southern Mediterranean Cruise

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Tour details, join  paul d. maley  of the nasa johnson space center astronomical society on what will be his 91st trip to see an eclipse of the sun.

Join us to witness the total solar eclipse on August 2, 2027, which will have its greatest duration of totality (6 minutes 23 seconds) from our viewing site. This rare and remarkable natural phenomenon is not to be missed, as the next eclipse offering this much totality won’t occur until 2114. With an 80% likelihood of clear skies on the day of the eclipse, this region is the perfect location to experience this awe-inspiring event. Don’t miss the chance to be part of this extraordinary moment in history.

Our Ship: Windstar Cruises “Star Legend”

This 312 guest all-suite yacht completed renovation as part of the $250 Million Star Plus Initiative to provide more of what guests love. New public areas, including two new dining venues, a new spa, elevated pool, and fitness area. The yacht also boasts all new bathrooms in every suite and a new category of Star suites, featuring a new layout. With ocean views and at least 277 square feet of suite comfort, Star Legend is the perfect yacht for cruising the Southern Mediterranean.

Itinerary is for illustration purposes only.  The final itinerary may be modified by the cruise operator at any time.  Note that changes to cruise ports of call and/or routings may occur at any time at the sole discretion of the vessel operator for any factors such as mechanical requirements, weather, world events, government mandates etc. and any factors beyond the control of Eclipse Tours, Direct Travel Inc.  Changes can be made at the sole discretion of the cruise line and may occur without notice.

Viewing the total solar eclipse will be weather dependent, and there is always a chance that passengers will not be able to view totality or view it only for a short period of time. Neither Eclipse Tours.com nor Direct Travel makes any guarantee as to the viewing of the total solar eclipse. Keep in mind that unexpected schedule changes could affect the program. Your Tour Director will keep you fully informed of any changes to planned activities. 

Day 1 July 28, 2027: Rome, Italy

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Day 2 July 29, 2027: Ponza, Italy

Day 3 july 30, 2027: sorrento, italy, day 4 july 31, 2027: catania, sicily, day 5 august 1, 2027: at sea, day 6 august 2, 2027: solar eclipse viewing day.

Observe the total solar eclipse from the southern Mediterranean Sea. Approximately 6 minutes 08 seconds of totality will be seen.

Day 7 August 3, 2027: Gythion, Greece

Day 8 august 4, 2027: monemvasia, greece, day 9 august 5, 2027: disembark in athens, greece, price includes.

• Luxury Cruise Accommodations
• Viewing Glasses for the Eclipse
• Hosted by Eclipse Experts
• All Meals in the ship’s venues, including 24-hour complimentary in-room dining
• Non-alcoholic beverages
• Watersports Platform right off the back of the ship, including all watersports equipment featuring complimentary kayaks, paddleboards, water trampoline, and more (dependent on port and weather conditions)
• Windstar’s Signature Onboard Barbecue (dependent on port and weather conditions)
• Time with the Captain or officers learning about navigation on our Open Bridge
• Cooking demonstrations powered by the James Beard Foundation and recipes developed by James Beard Foundation chefs
• Champagne welcome reception
• Signature Sail Away ceremony
• Digital newsstand offering more than 50 premium daily newspapers and magazines to read on a phone or tablet
• Watch hundreds of popular movies on demand from the comfort of your stateroom

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• Passport/Visa Fees (if required)
• Private or Group Transfers between Airports and Ship
• Trip cancellation and delay insurance (cancel for any reason is recommended) and out of country medical insurance (to include $1 million emergency evacuation insurance). Direct Travel requires proof of purchase if you have your own insurance.
• Alcoholic Beverages and Specialty Coffees and Teas
• Personal items such as Laundry, WiFi, and Telephone Calls
• Medical Services & Fees
• Tipping & Gratuities
• Fuel Surcharges
• All-in Package with unlimited alcoholic beverages, WiFi, and all gratuities (package will be available for purchase onboard the ship)
• Any items not listed under "Price Includes"
• Excess Baggage Fees

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• Star Porthole comes with a porthole window.
• Star Ocean View Suites and Ocean View Suites come with a picture window.
• Star Balcony Suites and  Balcony Suites come with a French-Style Balcony.
• Deluxe Suites come with a French-Style Balcony except for Cabin #431 which has 2 picture windows only.
• Owner’s Suites and Classic Suites come with a private veranda.

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Port Fees & Taxes

As this charter takes place in 2027, port fees & taxes are not yet known.  As per below Terms & Conditions, such fees are mandatory and they will be added all bookings once confirmed by government entities and local authorities.  Pricing above does not include such fees.

For guidance purposes, we inform guests that based on 2024 fee structure, anticipated port fees & taxes will run approximately $445 per person (subject to change). 

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Cruise Fare does not include fuel supplement charges, security surcharges, or similar incidental surcharges (“surcharges”); subject to applicable laws, Eclipse Tours/Direct Travel reserves the right to impose or pass any of these surcharges and no right of cancellation shall be implied. “Fuel supplement” shall mean any additional charge to defray a portion of the ship operator’s fuel costs. The amount of fuel supplements and government fees and taxes collected are subject to change. Eclipse Tours/Direct Travel reserves the right to charge a fuel supplement on a per person per day basis with prior notice, in the event that the price of light sweet crude oil according to the NYMEX (New York Mercantile Exchange Index) is greater than $70.00 USD per barrel of oil.  Eclipse Tours/Direct Travel may collect any fuel supplement in effect at the time of sailing, even if the cruise fare has been paid in full.

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