Silversea Cruises: Intimate Luxury from Iconic Ports to Wild Places

Silversea is ultra-luxury cruising at its most personal. Every guest stays in a suite, every suite comes with a butler, and the ships are intimate enough to slip into harbors the big ships sail right past. Picture your ship gliding beneath the cliffs of Santorini, or a Zodiac easing you toward a colony of penguins in Antarctica — Silversea takes you there in effortless style, on all seven continents.

Founded in 1994 with Italian roots and headquartered in Monaco, Silversea still carries that unmistakable Italian warmth: gracious service, beautiful design and a genuine love of good food and wine.

Why Travelers Love Silversea

• A butler for every suite. From the entry-level suites to the grandest Owner's Suite, personal butler service is standard.
• Truly all-inclusive. Fine dining, unlimited wines and spirits, onboard gratuities and Wi-Fi are all part of the fare.
• Intimate ships. Silversea's ships welcome from about 100 to just over 700 guests, so service feels personal from the moment you board, and the crew quickly learns your name — and your favorite drink.
• Remarkable reach. Smaller ships open the door to boutique harbors, overnight stays and some of the most remote places on Earth.

Who Silversea Is Perfect For

Silversea shines for couples celebrating a milestone, well-traveled explorers checking off a bucket-list destination, friends traveling together and anyone who appreciates elegance without stuffiness. It's also a wonderful choice for longer journeys — unpack once and let the world come to you. The atmosphere is refined yet relaxed, with a sophisticated, international mix of fellow guests.

Two Ways to Sail: Classic Voyages and Expeditions

Classic voyages are the ultimate luxury hotel at sea, paired with destination-rich itineraries. The newest ships, Silver Nova and Silver Ray, feature a striking asymmetrical design that opens public spaces to the sea, with light-filled lounges and expansive outdoor decks. Ships such as Silver Muse, Silver Moon, Silver Dawn and Silver Spirit offer a wonderful range of restaurants and spacious suites, while the beloved Silver Shadow and Silver Whisper deliver the intimate, classic Silversea experience — including World Cruises aboard Silver Whisper.

Expedition voyages turn the planet's wildest places into a five-star adventure. Silver Endeavour, built to PC6 polar-class standards, is a spectacular way to see Antarctica. Silver Origin, purpose-built for the Galápagos, carries just 100 guests through the islands. Silver Cloud and Silver Wind round out a fleet that reaches the Arctic, Antarctica and remote coastlines around the world. Each day brings Zodiac explorations, guided landings and lectures from an expert team of naturalists, biologists, geologists and historians, who adapt every day to the weather and wildlife to make the most of each moment. For Antarctica, Silversea's exclusive Antarctica Bridge fly-cruise lets you fly over the Drake Passage and step straight into the adventure.

Suites and Butler Service

Every Silversea suite is a private retreat, with a comfortable sitting area, a beautifully appointed bathroom and an in-suite bar stocked with your preferences. Your butler takes care of the details: unpacking and packing, dinner reservations, in-suite dining served course by course and those little touches that make you feel completely at home. Categories range from inviting Vista and Veranda suites to multi-room Owner's and Grand Suites that are simply spectacular on a longer voyage.

With so many categories across so many ships, this is where an experienced advisor adds real value. We'll help you find the suite, location and ship that suit the way you like to travel.

All-Inclusive, Your Way

Silversea offers two ways to book, and both include the luxuries that define the brand:

• All-Inclusive: your butler-serviced suite, fine dining, unlimited wines and spirits, onboard gratuities and Wi-Fi.
• All-Inclusive Plus: everything above, plus a shore excursion credit on classic voyages, a fully refundable deposit and more flexible cancellation terms. On expeditions, All-Inclusive Plus includes all landings and shore excursions, expedition gear, and pre- and post-cruise hotel stays and charter flights where the itinerary requires them.

Flights, hotels and transfers can be arranged through Silversea or tailored separately. We'll compare both fares for your voyage and help you choose the best value.

Dining: A Journey in Itself

Food is one of the great joys of a Silversea voyage. The line's celebrated S.A.L.T. program (Sea And Land Taste) brings each destination to the table through the S.A.L.T. Kitchen, a hands-on S.A.L.T. Lab and a S.A.L.T. Bar pouring regionally inspired cocktails. On Silver Nova and Silver Ray, the intimate S.A.L.T. Chef's Table takes the experience even further.

Depending on your ship, you might also enjoy Italian favorites at La Terrazza, seafood and grilled specialties at Atlantide, Japanese-inspired cuisine at Kaiseki and the refined French elegance of La Dame, Silversea's signature special-occasion restaurant. And with 24-hour in-suite dining, breakfast on your veranda is always an option.

Destinations on Every Continent

Silversea's map spans the Mediterranean, Northern Europe and the British Isles, the Caribbean, Alaska, Asia, Africa, Australia, South America and the South Pacific, along with the polar regions and the Galápagos. Many itineraries include overnight stays and extended time in port, so you can enjoy a leisurely dinner ashore or catch a city after dark. For the ultimate journey, Silversea's World Cruises and Grand Voyages string together dozens of destinations in one unforgettable adventure.

Wonderful for Solo Travelers

Silversea's intimate, social atmosphere makes it easy to meet fellow travelers, whether over cocktails before dinner or on a shared excursion ashore. Select voyages feature reduced single supplements, making Silversea an especially appealing choice for independent travelers.

Rewards for Returning Guests

Silversea's Venetian Society loyalty program rewards past guests with savings and exclusive benefits. It was enhanced in July 2026 with new milestone tiers and richer benefits at every level.

Traveling with Mobility Needs

Let us know early and we'll match the ship, suite and itinerary to your needs, from accessible suites to ports that are easy to enjoy, so every day of your voyage is comfortable.

Let Ben's Travel Plan Your Silversea Voyage

From a sun-drenched Mediterranean escape to a once-in-a-lifetime Antarctic expedition, Silversea turns great destinations into extraordinary journeys. As your travel advisor, we'll help you choose the right ship, suite and fare, arrange flights and hotels, and take care of every detail before you sail.

Ready to experience Silversea? Contact Ben's Travel and let's start planning your voyage.