Beppu, Japan

Beppu is located on Kyushu Island, Japan. It is a city known for its hot springs. Therefore many modern spa resorts have developed in the area. The highlight attraction are eight geothermal sources of boiling water and mud, known as "Hells of Beppu".
 

Hiroshima

Hiroshima is the capital of Hiroshima Prefecture, and the largest city in the Chūgoku region of western Honshu, the largest island of Japan. It is best known as the first city in history to be targeted by a nuclear weapon when the United States Army Air Forces (USAAF) dropped an atomic bomb on it at 8:15 A.M. on August 6, 1945, near the end of World War II.

Seoul (Incheon) (South Korea)

Incheon is a coastal city in South Korea, located near Seoul, and serves as a major gateway to the country thanks to its world-class international airport. Although close to the capital, Incheon maintains its own distinct identity, featuring modern infrastructure, the international business hub of Songdo, and historical areas like Chinatown and its busy port. It blends technology, urban innovation, and cultural diversity, acting as a key bridge between the West and the Korean metropolis.

Komatsushima, Japan

Komatsushima is located in Tokushima Prefecture, on the eastern side of Shikoku Island in Japan, close to Tokushima City and overlooking the Kii Channel. The area is known for its port, which serves as an important maritime connection between Shikoku and other parts of Japan.

Beyond its seaside character, Komatsushima offers a calm local atmosphere, views from Mount Hinomine, historic sites connected to Minamoto no Yoshitsune, and temples that form part of the famous Shikoku Eighty-Eight Temple Pilgrimage. It is an interesting stop for visitors seeking authentic Japanese daily life, history, and gentle exploration away from busier destinations.

Shimizu

Shimizu is a coastal city in Japan, today part of Shizuoka City. It lies on the shores of Suruga Bay and is famous for its port, considered one of the most beautiful in the country, with the majestic Mount Fuji as a backdrop. The area is well known for its green tea production and fresh seafood, while it is also a popular stop for cruise ships. Visitors often enjoy excursions to Mount Fuji and the Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park, combining natural beauty with traditional Japanese culture.

Kagoshima, Japan

Kagoshima is the capital city of Kagoshima Prefecture at the southwestern tip of the island of Kyushu in Japan, and the largest city in the prefecture by some margin.Kagoshima is approximately 40 minutes from Kagoshima Airport, and the city features large shopping districts and malls, is served by trams, and has many restaurants featuring Satsuma Province regional cuisine.

Nagoya, Japan

Nagoya is the largest city in the Chūbu region of Japan. It is the third-largest incorporated city and the fourth most populous urban area in Japan. Nagoya lies north of Ise Bay on the Nōbi Plain. Nagoya's two most famous sightseeing spots are Atsuta Shrine and Nagoya Castle. Atsuta Shrine is known as the second-most venerable shrine in Japan. The Nagoya City Science and Art Museums, located in Shirakawa Park, not far from Fushimi Subway Station.

Tokyo

Tokyo is the capital of Japan. At over 12 million people in the official metropolitan area alone, Tokyo is the core of the most populated urban area in the world, Greater Tokyo (which has a population of 35 million people). This huge, wealthy and fascinating metropolis brings high-tech visions of the future side by side with glimpses of old Japan, and has something for everyone.

Sasebo, Japan

Sasebo is a lively coastal city in southwestern Japan, known for its scenic bay and strong naval heritage. The nearby Kujukushima Islands form a striking cluster of small islets that create a distinctive natural landscape. The city blends modern life with rich local culture and characteristic cuisine. A popular attraction is Huis Ten Bosch, a theme park inspired by Dutch architecture. Overall, Sasebo offers a calm yet memorable experience for visitors who appreciate maritime scenery and authentic Japanese atmosphere.

Kobe

Kobe is the capital of Hyogo Prefecture and one of Japan's ten largest cities. Located between the sea and the Rokko mountain range, Kobe is also considered one of Japan's most attractive cities.Kobe has been an important port city for many centuries. Its port was among the first to be opened to foreign trade in the 19th century alongside the ports of Yokohama, Nagasaki, Hakodate and Niigata.In 1995, Kobe was hit by the Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake, which killed over 5000 people and destroyed tens of thousands of buildings. Today the city is completely rebuilt, and few signs of the terrible event remain.

Silver Muse
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With her eight dining venues, spacious outdoor areas and up-to-the-minute technology, she’s the best place between sea and sky. Silver Muse marked a new era of ultra-luxury ocean travel  - enhancing the small-ship intimacy and spacious all-suite accommodation  but raising the bar in terms of luxury. Silver Muse offers a wealth of enhancements to the onboard experience while satisfying ouncompromising requirements for comfort, service, dining and quality of the world's most discerning travellers.

Ship's Specifications

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.