Bolungarvik, Iceland

Bolungarvík is the northernmost village in the Westfjords, situated on an eponymous cove. The village has been a fishing port since settlement, so naturally the most popular tourist attraction in Bolungarvík is the Ósvör museum, a fascinating replica of an old fishing outpost. There, the museum curator greets visitors wearing a skin suit similar to the one Icelandic sailors wore in the 19th century. In addition there is a natural history museum in town that hosts an extensive bird and mammal collection, including a polar bear.

Djupivogur, Iceland

Djupivogur, a town with history of trading since 1589 and a long history of fishing, lies in a region of incomparable natural beauty. Djupivogur is a small town located on a peninsula in eastern Iceland, near the island of Papey. The town is famous in Iceland for being the place with the highest temperature ever recorded in the island, 30.5°C (87°F) in June 1939.          

Eskifjordur, Iceland

Eskifjordur is a town and port in eastern Iceland with a large fishing industry. A sculpture by Ragnar Kjartansson is located along the main road in Eskifjordur, commemorating the mariners who drowned at sea. Also, the mountain Hólmatindur is considered by the locals to be one of the most naturally beautiful in the area.

Flatey Island, Iceland

Flatey is an island in Breiðafjörður, northwestern of Iceland. It is part of the western islands which traditionally deemed to originate from the Ice Age. Flatey means flat island in Icelandric. The population of the island is virtually nil, since in the winter it has only five inhabitants. However, during the summer, the population rises massively as a lot of people have second houses on the island that are mostly visited that season. The area is surrounded by old villages with restored buildings as well as the old port from which visitors travel to and from the island is impressive.

Husavik, Iceland

Husavik is a town situated in Norðurþing Municipality, northeastern Iceland. Skjálfandi bay gives the opportunity to watch multiple species of whales that inhabit there, while there is the Husavik Whale Museum in the centre of the town. The wooden church Húsavíkurkirkja built in 1907 is a popular tourist attraction.

Klaksvik, Faroe islands

Klaksvík is the second largest town of the Faroe Islands.The first settlement at Klaksvík dates back to Viking times, but it was not before the 20th century that the district merged to form a large, modern Faroese town that became the cultural and commercial centre for the Northern Isles and the Faroe Islands as a whole.Klaksvík is physically linked with the mainland of the Faroe Islands and can now be considered one of its key ports. It is home to Summarfestivalurin, the largest music festival in the Faroe Islands.The town offers the tourists to do multiple activities such as historic sightseeing tours of Klaksvík, diving expeditions as the sea around the Faroe Islands is said to be one of the cleanest in the world, sea angling and perhaps a boat trip to the one of the world’s highest headlands. 

Reykjavik, Iceland

Reykjavik is a perfect town, with plenty of room, clean air, vibrant culture and beautiful environment. The southernmost capital of the world has it all. To enrich your knowledge of the Norwegian and Icelandic culture, visit the National Museum and the wooden buildings of the old city of Reykjavik. Afterwards leave the city behind and drive across landscapes of fire, ice and geysers to indulge in spas, that steam gushes.Don't miss such an ethereal experience.

Stykkisholmur, Iceland

Stykkisholmur is a small town located on the western coast of Iceland, in the western part of the Snaefellsnes Peninsula. The town is known for its picturesque harbor and historic buildings.

One of the most popular attractions in Stykkisholmur is the harbor area, which is home to a variety of colorful fishing boats and offers great views of the surrounding mountains and islands

Nearby natural attractions include the Snaefellsjokull National Park, which is home to a glacier-topped volcano that was the setting for Jules Verne's "Journey to the Center of the Earth.

Cruise Surtsey, Iceland

Surtsey is a volcanic island located off the southern coast of Iceland. It was formed by a volcanic eruption that began in 1963 and continued for four years. The island is part of a group of volcanic islands collectively known as the Vestmannaeyjar archipelago. Surtsey is uninhabited and is designated as a nature reserve, which means that access to the island is strictly limited to scientific research and monitoring purposes. The island is of great interest to scientists because it is one of the world's youngest islands and offers a unique opportunity to study the process of island colonization and ecosystem development.

Thorklakshofn, Iceland

Thorklakshofn, is a small town located on the southern coast of Iceland. The town is known for its geothermal pools and hot springs, as well as its access to hiking and outdoor activities in the surrounding area. Thorklakshofn is also a popular spot for birdwatching, with many species of seabirds and waterfowl found in the nearby wetlands and coastlines.

Vestmannaeyjar, Iceland

Vestmannaeyjar is a town and archipelago located off the south coast of Iceland. The name "Vestmannaeyjar" means "the Westman Islands" in Icelandic, and refers to the fact that the islands were originally settled by Irish slaves or servants, whom the Norse called "west men" due to their location west of Norway.

Vestmannaeyjar is also known for its natural beauty and unique geography, with rugged cliffs and volcanic formations making up much of the landscape.

Vigur Island, Iceland

Vigur island is situated on Iceland, one hour by boat away from Isafjordur. The island is popular for its birdlife species that inhabit there, while it has only five residents.

Silver Wind
Break new waters with Silver Wind

A major upgrade in December 2018 saw Silver Wind looking better than ever. A second refurbishment in November 2021 saw her benefitting from a strengthened ice-class hull and made her one of the most adaptable ships in our fleet. Still timelessly elegant, still luxuriously relaxed, Silver Wind’s improved cruising versatility means she can whizz from Polar Regions to iconic ports with fluid ease. Whether you want to get up close and personal to penguins in Antarctica or laze on the golden sands of the Caribbean, get ready for a wealth of diverse destination experiences aboard Silver Wind.

Ship's Specifications

Refurbished in November 2021, Silver Wind is an intimate yet spacious ice-class ship that offers one of the best luxury expedition cruise experiences there is.

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.