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Virgin Voyages Announces New ‘Marvelous’ Voyages for 2026

Virgin Voyages introduces new 2026 itineraries branded “Marvelous Voyages”. Including a very special set of Total Eclipse Voyages, as well as new British Isles and European sailings.

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Marvelous Voyages
Marvelous Voyages © Photo by Virgin Voyages

Virgin Voyages is set to offer an exciting array of new voyages in 2026, expanding their offerings across multiple ships in the fleet, including the much-anticipated Brilliant Lady, launching in September 2025. Branded “Marvelous Voyages” these are once in a life time event cruises offered by Virgin. This collection of voyages includes a variety of destinations and experiences, from the historic Panama Canal to the 2026 Solar Eclipse in Iceland. These voyages all last from 8 to 16 nights.

With twelve new ports on the schedule, highlights include Salerno (Amalfi Coast, Italy), Edinburgh (Scotland), Stockholm (Sweden), Hamburg (Germany), Oslo (Norway), Tangier (Morocco), and eventually Greenland.​

Bookings for these special sailings as well as typical voyages will open in phases throughout August and early September 2024. Notably, this marks the first time Valiant Lady will return to Europe since 2022, and it’s likely on track for a dry dock in 2026, similar to Scarlet Lady.​

Eclipse Voyages – Booking Opens August 21, 2024

One of the most anticipated offerings is the Eclipse Voyage, set to take place on August 12, 2026. This unique itinerary setting sail on August 5th 2026 on Valiant Lady will position sailors in the perfect location to witness a total solar eclipse over Iceland—a rare celestial event. An additional sailing in the Mediterranean will also celebrate the occasion. Virgin will offer a front row seat at sea to this special event.

On Virgin Voyages’ eclipse-themed cruises, passengers can enjoy a range of exceptional experiences, including lectures and discussions with astronauts and astrologers. Exclusive onboard features include dedicated eclipse observation areas, telescopes, special edition souvenirs like Virgin Voyages eclipse glasses, and cosmic cuisine such as moonpies and Milky Way milkshakes. The programming also boasts live orchestral music, moon ceremonies, and stargazing yoga, all designed to enhance the voyage and make it truly unforgettable.

Total Eclipse
Total Eclipse Voyage© Photo by Scott Szarapka
Itinerary Destinations
Eclipse in the Land of Fire and Ice (15 Nights)
Valiant Lady – 5 August 2026
  • Portsmouth, United Kingdom
  • Dublin, Ireland
  • Greenock (Glasgow), Scotland
  • Stornoway, Scotland
  • Akureyri, Iceland
  • Siglufjörður, Iceland
  • Ísafjörður, Iceland
  • Reykjavik, Iceland (Overnight)
  • Edinburgh, Scotland
  • Portsmouth, United Kingdom
Total Eclipse of the Med (12 Nights)
Scarlet Lady – 10 August 2026
  • Barcelona, Spain
  • Palma De Mallorca, Spain
  • Ibiza, Spain
  • Cannes, France
  • Ajaccio, Corsica, France
  • La Spezia, Italy
  • Amalfi Coast (Salerno), Italy
  • Catania, Sicily, Italy
  • Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy

British Isles & Baltics Voyages – Booking Opens August 28, 2024

Virgin Voyages will also introduce a special set of cruises on Valiant Lady around the British Isles and the Baltics in the summer of 2026. These voyages will explore new ports in Northern Europe, offering sailors a chance to experience the rich history and stunning landscapes of this region. From the rugged coastlines of Scotland to the cultural hubs of the Baltics, these itineraries promise to deliver a diverse range of experiences.

Hamburg, Germany
Hamburg, Germany© Photo by Moritz Kindler
Itinerary Destinations
Emerald Isles & Highland Wonders (14 Nights)
Valiant Lady – 8 July 2026
  • Portsmouth, United Kingdom
  • Cobh (Cork), Ireland
  • Belfast, Northern Ireland
  • Dublin, Ireland
  • Liverpool, England
  • Greenock (Glasgow), Scotland
  • Stornoway, Scotland
  • Kirkwall, Scotland
  • Invergordon, Scotland
  • Edinburgh, Scotland
  • Zeebrugge (Bruges), Belgium
  • Portsmouth, United Kingdom
Baltic Wonders & Nordic Nights (14 Nights)
Valiant Lady – 22 July 2026
  • Portsmouth, United Kingdom
  • Hamburg, Germany
  • Copenhagen, Denmark
  • Stockholm, Sweden (Overnight)
  • Tallinn, Estonia
  • Oslo, Norway
  • Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Europe and Beyond – Booking Opens September 4, 2024

Virgin Voyages will offer additional special sailings in the Mediterranean and Greek Isles including a repositioning to Portsmouth as well as a longer sailing visiting the Greek Isles  These voyages will visit some of the most popular ports in the region, including Mykonos, Barcelona, and Morocco.

Mykonos Greece
Mykonos Greece© Photo by Virgin Voyages
Itinerary Destinations
Istanbul Delights & Santorini Dreams (11 Nights)
Scarley Lady – 24 June 2026
  • Piraeus (Athens), Greece
  • Istanbul, Turkey (Overnight)
  • Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey
  • Mykonos, Greece
  • Rhodes, Greece
  • Santorini, Greece
  • Chania (Souda Bay), Crete, Greece
  • Piraeus (Athens), Greece
Moroccan Marvels & Mediterranean Wonders (10 Nights)
Valiant Lady – 28 June 2026
  • Barcelona, Spain
  • Tangier, Morocco
  • Lisbon, Portugal (Overnight)
  • La Coruña, Spain
  • Bilbao, Spain
  • Le Verdon (Bordeaux), France
  • Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Panama Canal & West Coast Voyages – Booking Open Now

As previously announced Brilliant Lady will embark on a remarkable journey through the Panama Canal in early 2026 thanks to its new lifeboat setup. These sailings have been rebranded as “Marvelous Voyages” designed as one off sailings.

Panama Canal
Panama Canal© Photo by Virgin Voyages
Itinerary Destinations
Panama Canal & Pacific Wonders (16 Nights)
Brilliant Lady – 21 March 2026
  • Miami, Florida
  • Cartagena, Colombia
  • Colon, Panama
  • Panama Canal (Cruising)
  • Puntarenas, Costa Rica
  • Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala
  • Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
  • Los Angeles, California
LA Lights & Vancouver Vistas (8 Nights)
Brilliant Lady – 3 May 2026
  • Los Angeles, California
  • Catalina Island, California
  • San Francisco, California
  • Astoria, Oregon
  • Victoria, British Columbia
  • Vancouver, British Columbia

Marvelous Itineraries at a Glance

 

Itinerary Date Ship
Panama Canal & Pacific Wonders
(16 Nights)
21 March 2026 Brilliant Lady
LA Lights & Vancouver Vistas
(8 Nights)
3 May 2026 Brilliant Lady
Istanbul Delights & Santorini Dreams
(11 Nights)
24 June 2026 Scarlet Lady
Moroccan Marvels & Mediterranean Wonders
(10 Nights)
28 June 2026 Valiant Lady
Emerald Isles & Highland Wonders
(14 Nights)
8 July 2026 Valiant Lady
Baltic Wonders & Nordic Nights
(14 Nights)
22 July 2026 Valiant Lady
Eclipse in the Land of Fire and Ice
(15 Nights)
5 August 2026 Valiant Lady
Total Eclipse of the Med
(12 Nights)
10 August 2026 Scarlet Lady

Booking Windows

Each set of voyages has its own booking window:

  • Panama Canal & West Coast Voyages: Open Now
  • Eclipse Voyages: Opens August 21, 2024
  • British Isles & Baltics Voyages: Opens August 28, 2024
  • Europe and Beyond: Opens September 4, 2024

Sailing Club Early Booking Window

Sailing Club Members will have exclusive access to advanced booking of all sailings depending on status:

Eligible sailors are encouraged to contact their First Mate (Travel Agent) or contact Virgin Voyages to book during this exclusive time window

Bookings will open at around midnight Miami time, though these times are subject to change. Voyages will be available via Virgin Voyages website or via First Mates (Travel Agents).Virgin Voyages is committed to expanding their itinerary offerings in the coming years, with more unique destinations around the globe. Keep an eye out for further announcements by subscribing to our newsletter as the full roster of 2026 itineraries continues to unfold.

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9 Comments

  1. JohnB says:

    I give these sailings the chance of actually occurring, about 50%! Virgin Voyages has a bad history of constantly cancelling sailings especially ones over 18 months in the future. The introduction of the Brilliant Lady, 21 months after her original scheduled maiden voyage in Dec 2023, is the perfect example of VV doing what fits their needs versus the needs of booked passengers. Book these “Marvelous Voyages” with caution. If you do book, purchase cancel for any reason trip insurance.

    1. Jon says:

      Other than the launch of Brilliant Lady getting cancelled and Resilient Lady changes due to not going back to Australia following the Red Sea issues what examples are there of cancellation for no reason?
      Most of the new sailings are on existing ships from ports they’ve been to before, I see no reason not to expect them to go ahead.

  2. James Vickers says:

    Noticed you mentioned ‘eventually Greenland’ – is there any more details surrounding that?

    1. Rob Sammons says:

      Hey James this was the info provided by Virgin directly it’s likely there’s some additional sailings also going on sale with these new itineraries so possibly surrounding that, hopefully we find out more soon.

  3. James says:

    I’m already booked on the LA Nights & Vancouver Vista’s itinary. This was previously called ‘From Cali to Canada’. Not sure if this sailing being included as a ‘Marvelous’ Voyage means anything otherwise?

    1. Rob Sammons says:

      Same itinerary just now called Marvelous Voyage which means “once in a lifetime” sailings really!

  4. Mr Mark Jerrom says:

    Any news on when the Alaska voyages will open up?

    1. Maria says:

      We were told on Scarlet Lady that the Brilliant Lady itinerary will be announced sometime between September and November this year.

    2. Rob Sammons says:

      Nothing yet Mark, hopefully we hear soon, we’ll be the first to let you know!

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