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Total Solar Eclipse of 2026: Northern Spain

Spain

5 Days

From $9,495

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    Overview

    Join us in northern Spain in 2026 to experience a Total Solar Eclipse as it sweeps across the Iberian Peninsula. Our exclusive-viewing location atop a hilltop winery aligns with the eclipse’s centerline. Chosen in collaboration with esteemed eclipse meteorologist, Jay Anderson, it promises the finest weather and sweeping views across the flat Meseta Norte—we should be in for a visual treat. Because the Total Eclipse will occur low on the horizon just one hour shy of sunset, look forward to a number of effects being different from when totality is high overhead. Intensified atmospheric scattering should greatly enhance the colors of the surrounding horizon, and the sun will be seemingly magnified by the “moon illusion.” Throughout the program, enjoy insightful talks on eclipses and cosmic wonders, curated by our distinguished lecturer, Dr. Alex Filippenko, Professor of Astronomy at UC Berkeley.

    After the eclipse program, designed to accommodate 120 participants, you’ll embark on your choice of one of the tours below, each limited to 12-15 participants—there’s something for every type of traveler! We hope you’ll join us, but don’t wait too long—space is limited. Visit the weblinks below and download the Detailed Itineraries of the Post-Eclipse Adventures for more information:

    Arrive: Bilbao, Spain

    Depart: Lerma, Spain

    Highlights

    • Witness the dramatic phenomena of a total solar eclipse with renowned astrophysicist Dr. Alex Filippenko (veteran of 14 eclipse events with WT!)
    • Enjoy a stay in the fabulous Parador de Lerma, one of Spain's most historic lodgings
    • See the eclipse from our private eclipse-viewing site on a hilltop winery—perfectly aligned with the eclipse path
    • Explore on private walking tours of Bilbao's Old Town and charming Burgos, with its stunning Gothic cathedral
    • Hear fascinating talks on Basque heritage and cuisine from local historian Professor Alberto Santana

    Overview

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      Call 1-800-368-2794 or contact us for any questions

      Itinerary

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      Arrive in Bilbao, and gather together for a welcome reception and dinner to the tune of a live Basque Jazz Quartet
      Full day exploring Bilbao, walking the city streets, cruising down the Nervion River, and touring the Guggenheim. Our Astronomer, Dr. Alex Filippenko, will begin his series of talks on eclipses and other celestial phenomena, and Professor Alberto Santana will regale us with stories of the Basque people.
      Traveling from Bilbao to Lerma, we'll visit one of the most important paleoanthropological sites in Europe, the UNESCO World Heritage site of Atapuerca, where Europe's earliest known hominins were discovered. In charming Burgos, we'll walk the historic old town and visit the famed cathedral “Our Lady of Burgos,” known for its imposing Gothic architecture. Our home base for the eclipse is the historic Parador de Lerma, the 17th century Ducal palace that is today one of the most important historical buildings in the region.
      There will be time to explore Lerma on your own before heading to our private eclipse-viewing site on a hilltop winery overlooking the Meseta Norte. You'll have plenty of space and time to find your preferred viewing spot. Refreshments will be available, and if you'd like, you can take a winery tour and indulge in a wine tasting. After the eclipse, we'll gather for a celebratory dinner in the winery dining room.
      This morning you'll depart for one of the following six tours we've paired with the eclipse to enrich our experience in this diverse region:

      Dates & Pricing

      Hiking the Spanish Pyrenees</a> from: $11,495</li><li><a href=https://www.wildernesstravel.com/trip/total-solar-eclipse-2026-northern-spain/"https://wildernesstravel.com/spain-eclipse-basque-country-walking ">From France to Spain: Hiking in the Basque Country</a> from: $11,595</li><li><a href=https://www.wildernesstravel.com/trip/total-solar-eclipse-2026-northern-spain/"https://wildernesstravel.com/trip/spain-eclipse-camino-de-santiago-hiking ">Pilgrim's Way: El Camino de Santiago</a> from: $9,495</li><li><a href=https://www.wildernesstravel.com/trip/total-solar-eclipse-2026-northern-spain/"https://wildernesstravel.com/trip/spain-eclipse-northern-coast-walking-tour ">Treasures of Spain's Northern Coast</a> from: $10,895</li><li><a href=https://www.wildernesstravel.com/trip/total-solar-eclipse-2026-northern-spain/"https://wildernesstravel.com/trip/spain-eclipse-portugal-madeira-hiking ">Hiking the Isle of Madeira</a> from: $9,595</li><li><a href=https://www.wildernesstravel.com/trip/total-solar-eclipse-2026-northern-spain/"https://wildernesstravel.com/trip/spain-eclipse-portugal-azores-hiking ">Hiking in the Azores</a> from: $11,495</li></ul></div>" data-this-year-2="<p></p>" data-next-year-1="<p></p>" data-next-year-2="<p></p>" data-this-year-title="2026" data-next-year-title="" data-inclusions="[]">

      Payment & Cancel Schedule

      At time of reservation $1,000 per person
      Due 180 days prior to departure: 25% of land cost
      Due 90 days prior to departure: Balance

      Please note that this differs from our standard policy.

      Cancellation & Transfer Schedule

      Minimum cancellation fee: $500 per person
      365-181 days prior to departure: $1,000 per person
      180-91 days prior to departure: 25% of land costs
      90 days or less prior to departure: 100% of land costs

      We reserve the right to treat the reservation as canceled if payments are not received when due.

      Included
      • Presentations by Guest Speakers
      • Expert Trip Leaders and local guides on post-eclipse tours
      • All accommodations based on double-occupancy
      • All meals as indicated in Detailed Itinerary
      • All ground transportation and baggage handling from meeting until departure
      • All activities as indicated in Detailed Itinerary
      • Entrance fees to museums and archaeological sites
      • Gratuities during the Eclipse Program portion of your journey
      Not Included
      • Travel to and from the arrival and departure location as indicated in Detailed Itinerary
      • Airport transfers if not arriving or departing on scheduled dates
      • Additional hotel nights outside the trip's scheduled dates
      • Optional gratuities to local guides, drivers, Trip Leaders, or other staff on the post-eclipse tours
      • Optional travel insurance
      • Other expenses of a personal nature (some alcoholic beverages, laundry, etc.)

      Accommodations

      Scroll through our signature accommodations for this trip below. Although it is highly unlikely, we may make substitutions when necessary.

      Hotel Carlton

      Bilbao, Spain

      Days 1-2 (2 nights)

      The Hotel Carlton, built in 1919, is an impressive Beaux Arts monument in the grand style of its era. It is centrally located in the Old Town on Plaza de Federico Moyúa and just a short walk to the Guggenheim Museum. The hotel was the seat of the Basque government...

      Parador de Lerma

      Lerma, Spain

      Days 3-4 (2 nights)

      Built in the 17th century atop a medieval castle, this former Ducal Palace was built by the Duke of Lerma as a place of lodging, rest, and general enjoyment for his close friend, King Felipe III. The palace has a central courtyard surrounded by stately columned galleries, and features interiors...

      Trip Leaders

      Wilderness Travel Trip Leaders have a passion and a joy for creating an unforgettable journey. We are extremely proud of them and the incredible travel experiences they make possible. For more information, including client comments about them and which specific trips they will be leading, please click on their profiles below.

      Dr. Alex Filippenko

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      Trip Levels

      With more than 200 different adventures to choose from, we want to help you find the trip that’s right for you. Our Trip Level system ranks each trip in two ways: a number rating from 1 to 6 according to the activity, and general travel rigors. 1 is the easiest and 6+ the most difficult—see descriptions below for explanations of each number. A plus (+) sign means the trip is a bit more strenuous than other trips of that level. The detailed explanation of each trip—below the bar with the number rating—is perhaps more important, specifying activities, altitudes, hiking, and travel conditions. The Detailed Itinerary, available by download or mail, gives further information. Our Area Managers can also answer questions and guide you to the trip that best suits your interests.

      Level 1 – Easiest

      Non-camping journeys, optional walks, little elevation gain or loss.

      Level 2 – Easy to Moderate

      Hotel nights and/or safari-style camping, hikes of two to four hours on some days. Other physical activities are sometimes included, such as optional sea kayaking.

       

      Level 3 – Moderate

      Half- to full-day hikes (3-6 hours) over rolling countryside on most days, occasional steep trails. Many of our hotel-based walking tours are in this category, as are our snorkeling adventures.

      Level 4 – Moderate to Strenuous

      Full-day hikes (4-6 hours), mountainous terrain, significant elevation gains and losses (hiking up or down as much as 3,000 feet) on many days. Altitudes no greater than about 10,000 feet.

       

      Level 5 – Strenuous

      Full-day hikes (4-8 hours), mountainous, steep terrain (hiking up or down as much as 3,500 feet) on many days. Trips with hiking at average altitudes of 10,000 to 12,000 feet are in this category.

      Level 6 – Very Strenuous

      Full-day hikes (5-8 hours), mountainous, steep terrain (hiking up or down as much as 3,500 feet) on many days. Most hikes take place at altitudes above 10,000 feet, with some days ascending as high as 18,000 feet.

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While many travelers choose to book this tour as is, our Area Specialists are also happy to work with you to customize this Private Journey to suit your specific interests and style of travel. We can arrange for longer or shorter stays, offer hotel upgrades (see below for sample costs), or add an extension to additional places of interest. We can even add special activities or customize excursions depending on your interests. We invite you to contact us to discuss your options!<\/p>","System_Signing_up_for_a_Trip":"<!-- Generated by XStandard version 3.0.0.0 on 2023-03-29T11:44:42 --><p>Early reservations are recommended since accommodations often sell out far in advance. Please call 1-800-368-2794 and ask for our [Africa Manager] or email us at [africa@ wildernesstravel.com] with any questions that you may have about this trip. To reserve your Private Journey, we will need to know your preferred dates of travel. We will then check availability and send you a proposed itinerary with exact pricing for your adventure. We can typically hold a provisional booking for one week. At that time, we must collect your initial deposit or accommodations will be released. We accept Visa, Mastercard, or American Express card. Upon receipt of your deposit, we will send you a Welcome Packet that includes a letter of confirmation, Detailed Itinerary, Trip Application, Medical Form, and Pre-Departure Information Booklet with information to help you prepare for your adventure. Please see our Cancellations and Transfer Fee Schedule for specific payment information.<\/p>","System_Trip_Leaders":"<p>Wilderness Travel Trip Leaders have a passion and a joy for creating an unforgettable journey. We are extremely proud of them and the incredible travel experiences they make possible. 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