Presenting a rare convergence of science, beauty,
and adventure
Totality in the Mediterranean with The Great Courses Journeys
(August 7 - 14, 2026)
On August 12, 2026, the moon will pass between the Earth and the sun, plunging the Mediterranean into an otherworldly twilight for one of nature's most breathtaking spectacles.
National Trust Tours is excited to offer you the rare opportunity to be a part of this natural phenomenon, which won’t occur again for decades. Your vantage point on the deck of the elegant small ship La Belle des Océans perfectly positions you in the path of totality, with nothing between you and the sky but open sea.
We’re pleased to partner with Great Courses Journeys, to present this once-in-a-lifetime journey guided by Dr. Sarah Rugheimer — astrophysicist, TED speaker, and Allan I Carswell Chair at York University — who will enrich your experience by bringing the science of the eclipse vividly to life.
Between celestial events, the itinerary is equally spectacular. You'll enjoy a full day in Barcelona with an exclusive after-hours visit to one of the world's oldest active astronomical observatories, a private star party at the Observatorio Astronómico de Mallorca, and leisurely exploration of the sun-drenched islands of Menorca and Mallorca — all beginning and ending in the glamorous French Riviera city of Nice.
Space is extremely limited - reserve your spot now!
