Avanti Destinations is spotlighting a growing niche in experiential travel with a collection of astrotourism experiences for 2026, giving travel advisors new options for clients interested in celestial events, dark sky destinations and astronomy-themed vacations.
Spain’s Solar Eclipse Takes Center Stage
Leading the portfolio is a 7-day itinerary built around the Aug. 12 total solar eclipse, the first visible in Europe since 1999. The customizable Stars, Wine, and Castles – Eclipse in Spain package combines eclipse viewing with guided astronomy experiences, visits to the Ribera del Duero and La Rioja wine regions, medieval towns and luxury accommodations. Travelers will also have an opportunity to view the annual Perseid meteor shower during the journey.
Beyond Spain, Avanti has expanded its collection of astronomy-focused experiences across several destinations known for exceptional night skies.
In New Zealand, travelers can visit the Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve, one of the world’s premier stargazing locations, while Chile’s Atacama Desert offers more than 320 clear nights annually for guided astronomy excursions. In Peru, guests can explore the relationship between ancient Andean civilizations and the cosmos through an evening experience at the Cusco Planetarium.
Northern Lights Experiences for Every Traveler
For clients hoping to see the Aurora Borealis, Avanti offers a variety of Northern Lights excursions throughout Northern Europe. Experiences include snowmobile safaris, snowshoe hikes, dogsled adventures and SuperJeep excursions in Finland, Sweden, Norway and Iceland.
The operator also features photography-focused departures and overnight stays at Sweden’s Icehotel paired with Northern Lights viewing experiences.
For travel advisors, the collection provides customizable FIT options that can be tailored around major astronomical events or incorporated into broader itineraries.
For more information, visit book.avantidestinations.com.
