Bilbao, Spain

Bilbao is a municipality and city in Spain, the capital of the province of Biscay in the autonomous community of the Basque Country. With a population of 353,187 as of 2010,it is the largest city of its autonomous community and the tenth largest in Spain. With roughly 1 million inhabitants, Bilbao lies within one of the most populous metropolitan areas in northern Spain. The Bilbao metropolitan area includes the comarca of Greater Bilbao (875,552) plus satellite towns, ranking the fifth largest in Spain.

Bordeaux, France

Bordeaux is an elegant and historic city in southwestern France, world-renowned for its exceptional wines and rich architectural heritage. Situated along the Garonne River, the city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, known for its stunning 18th-century buildings and vibrant cultural scene. It offers a perfect blend of tradition and modern living, with charming squares, lively pedestrian streets, and the iconic Cité du Vin, a museum dedicated to the world of wine. Bordeaux is a destination full of sophistication, gastronomy, and authentic French flair.

Cherbourg, France

Cherbourg is a picturesque town of Normandy on Atlantic Coast. Cherbourg was being an important naval port of France for centuries, and an important religious center, too. You can visit some of the numerous churches, to discover a wide range of treasures. The steeple of St. Martin of Oktevil, the instrument and sculptures of the Basilica of the Holy Trinity, are some of the highlights in the historical center of this beautiful city.
 

Copenhagen, Denmark

Copenhagen, the largest city in Scandinavia, is home to the oldest kingdom in the world. Since the bronze life-size statue of the "Little Horn" of Hans Christian Andersen, Town Hall Square and the Castle of Kristianmporgk, Copenhagen has cultural and historical wealth and is a wonderful city for walking . Tour the shopping center or enjoy the lush gardens of Tivoli and entertainment venues in the surrounding area. Visit the port Nichavn and relax in an outdoor cafe or wander boat canals of Copenhagen.

Saint Malo (Brittany)

Saint-Malo, located in Brittany, France, is a historic seaside city known for its well-preserved ramparts and picturesque old town. Built on a peninsula, it offers stunning views of the Atlantic and has a rich maritime heritage, having once been a port for explorers and privateers. Today, Saint-Malo attracts visitors with its sandy beaches, impressive architecture, and renowned gastronomy, making it one of Brittany’s most charming destinations.

Lisbon, Portugal

Discover the captivating views of the city and harbor from the Alto do Parque Belvedere Park. Take a bike and go for a walk along the beautiful Atlantic Ocean. See the fascinating marine life to the aquarium in Lisbon. Visit the charming village of Fatima, where is said that Virgin Mary had been seen by many people. Visit the St George Kasteo with multimedia reports of the city's history and breathtaking views of Lisbon and the Tagus River.

Porto (Leixoes), Portugal

Porto is one of the oldest European centres and the second largest city in Portugal. Many archaeological ruins from the Roman times indicate its interesting history. Baroque carvings, the Douro Valley and the Porto river make the city one of the most charming cities in Europe. Its beautiful monuments by well-known architects such as Gustave Eiffel's Dona Maria Bridge make the city an atmospheric place. Do not miss to taste the sweet local wine, the famous Porto. 

Rouen, France

Rouen is located in northwestern France on the Seine River and is the regional capital of Upper Normandy. The medieval city center is filled with tall spiers and half-timbered houses. Major attractions in addition to the city's cathedral,  where is one of the tombs of England's King Richard the Lionheart, where his heart is, is also the church of Joan of Arc, as well as the Museum of Fine art and maritime history.

Silver Dawn
A new Dawn has arrived!

A new world of luxury is waiting aboard Silver Dawn. Elegant and modern, Silver Dawn is the natural evolution of Silversea's fleet. Large enough to offer eight dining options – including the superb Sea and Land Taste (S.A.L.T.) programme – yet small enough for the famed Silversea onboard ambience, Silver Dawn inherits the best features of her sister ships Silver Muse and Silver Moon, but is in a class all of her own. With sumptuous suites, outstanding itineraries, plus cutting-edge design and technology and the outstanding OTIVM wellness concept, Silver Dawn sets new standards of luxury. Isn’t it time you woke up to a new dawn with Silversea?

Introducing OTIVM

Inspired by the traditions of the Ancient Rome, Otium creates a world of combined leisure and pleasure. Otium is based on the concept where everything from sumptuo­us food to spa experiences to socialising became a part of daily life for the elite. Otium takes this concept and introduces it to our onboard guests. From curated signature experiences that go from spa to suite to wellness treatments that will have you looking good and feeling better, we guarantee our memorable sensory journeys will take you away from the every day. Join the Otium revolution of leisure and luxury, where living well and being well are never mutually exclusive.

Ship's Specifications

*Wheelchair Accessible Suites are included

Let us take you on a personal journey of discovery. Amid the tranquillity of the sea and the exuberance of distant lands, we will arouse your curiosity and seduce your senses. We will stimulate your imagination and spark new insights. Our aim is to create experiences that will enrich your life for years to come. From the moment you step onboard to the time you say "Arrivederci", our Italian sense of style will shine. The ebullience of our hospitality, the genuine warmth of our service and our evident appreciation of the finer things in life are genial qualities of our founders and owners. They are the principles on which Silversea were founded.

Small is beautiful and bountiful. With fewer guests and a high staff to guest ratio, we can tailor our unobtrusive service to individual needs. And you can join a select on board community of travellers with similar aspirations. The intimate ambience on our shιps has parallels with the atmosphere of a refined club. We are happy to sail against the tide. While most cruise lines build larger and ever-larger ships, we prefer to stay small. In this way we can preserve the special Silversea experience our guests have come to expect ... the intimate ambience, personal service and access to more intriguing secluded ports.

SMALLER GETS YOU CLOSER

Our small ships are agile enough to visit more remote, lesser-known ports and to bring you closer to some of the world's greatest destinations. They can sail up narrow waterways into the heart of a city, they can navigate around tiny islands and they can tie up right at the dock while others must anchor offshore. In the world of upscale cruising, less is more... considerably more, as our seven small ships offer infinite opportunities across all seven continents.

SILVERSEA CLASSIC FLEET

Silver Cloud - 296 Guests Resembling a private yacht, Silver Cloud sets the standard of excellence as the inaugural ship. Recently refurbished in 2012, she provides the most intimate sailing experiences, the luxury of space and the ability to slip into exotic ports off the beaten path.

Silvel Wind - 296 Guests Embraces Silversea's most lauded features ... fewer guests, more space and highly personalised service. One of the most intimate ships, afloat, she is still large enough to offer multiple entertainment venues, plenty of room on deck and a spacious spa.

Silver Shadow - 382 Guests takes award-winning, all-suite luxury to the next level while maintaining Silversea's genuine hospitality and intimate, elegant ambience. This ship features one of the highest space-to-guest ratios in cruising.

Silver Whisper - 382 Guests Maintaining an intimate ambience offers many amenities usually found only on larger ships. She reinforces Silversea's reputation for combining small-ship service with a choice of wide-ranging facilities.

Silver Spirit - 540 Guests combines our distinctive luxuries and celebrated lifestyle with new enhancements, including six dining venues, an expansive 8,300 square foot spa, a resort-style pool, four whirlpools, and the largest suites in the Silversea fleet - 95% with private verandas.

SILVERSEA EXPEDITION FLEET

Silver Explorer - 132 Guests Designed for navigating waters in some of the world's most remote destinations, including both polar regions, our purpose-built expedition ship can push through ice floes with ease. She offers a level of luxury and service unmatched in expeditiong cruising.

NEW Silver Galapagos - 100 Guests With a proven skill for navigating the waterways throughout the Galapagos Islands, the newest addition to our fleet is naturally suited for in-depth explorations of this spectacular region. Rest assured, she offers Silversea's intimacy and elefgant sophistication.