September 6, 2026
10-Night Cruise Cruise
Departing from Piraeus
From
$12,969
Price / day
$1,297
MS Europa 2|Silver Shadow
MS Europa 2 vs Silver Shadow
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Silver Shadow
Built in 2000
1 year newer
Lower Price Per Day
MS Europa 2
$1,320 / day
$198 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Silver Shadow
72.2 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
MS Europa 2 vs Silver Shadow: Quick Comparison
Silver Shadow is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2000, it is 1 year newer than MS Europa 2, which entered service in 1999. MS Europa 2 is approximately 3% larger by gross tonnage at 28,890 GT. MS Europa 2 also carries 20 more passengers. Silver Shadow has upcoming sailings in Canada & New England. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, MS Europa 2 has the lower average starting price per day. The sailings shown cover different itineraries, so the price per day figures are not a like-for-like comparison. Cruise fares vary significantly by itinerary, departure date and cabin availability, so any price difference should be treated as a snapshot rather than a permanent gap.
Ship Comparison
| Spec | MS Europa 2 | Silver Shadow |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 1999 | 2000Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 28,890 GT | 28,000 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 408 | 388 |
| Space per Passenger | 70.8 GT | 72.2 GT |
| Length | 198.6 m | 186 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: MS Europa 2 vs Silver Shadow
Age
Silver Shadow was built in 2000, making it 1 year newer than MS Europa 2, which was built in 1999.
Size
At 28,890 GT, MS Europa 2 is approximately 3% larger by gross tonnage than Silver Shadow at 28,000 GT.
Passenger capacity
MS Europa 2 carries up to 408 passengers compared with 388 aboard Silver Shadow, a difference of 20 passengers.
Passenger space
Silver Shadow offers more space per passenger: 72.2 GT per guest, compared with 70.8 aboard MS Europa 2. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for MS Europa 2 and Silver Shadow (Canada & New England) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, MS Europa 2 has the lower average starting price per day at $1,320 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
MS Europa 2
From the Acropolis to the Blue Mosque
- Departure Port
- Piraeus
- Region
- Cruise
- Nights
- 10
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 6, 2026Piraeus
- Day 2 · Sep 7, 2026Adamas
- Day 3 · Sep 8, 2026Syros
- Day 4 · Sep 9, 2026Mykonos
- Day 5 · Sep 10, 2026At Sea
- Day 6 · Sep 11, 2026Volos
- Day 7 · Sep 12, 2026Skiathos
- Day 8 · Sep 13, 2026Kavala
- Day 9 · Sep 14, 2026At Sea
- Day 10 · Sep 15, 2026Istanbul 1
- Day 11 · Sep 16, 2026At Sea
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Silver Shadow
Canada & New England Featuring Quebec City
- Departure Port
- Cape Liberty
- Region
- Canada & New England
- Nights
- 11
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Oct 13, 2026Cape Liberty
- Day 2 · Oct 14, 2026Newport
- Day 3 · Oct 15, 2026At Sea
- Day 4 · Oct 16, 2026Boston Massachusetts
- Day 5 · Oct 17, 2026Portland, Maine
- Day 6 · Oct 18, 2026At Sea
- Day 7 · Oct 19, 2026Halifax
- Day 8 · Oct 20, 2026At Sea
- Day 9 · Oct 21, 2026Charlottetown
- Day 10 · Oct 22, 2026At Sea
- Day 11 · Oct 23, 2026Saguenay
- Day 12 · Oct 24, 2026Quebec City
- Day 13 · Oct 25, 2026Montreal
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
MS Europa 2
October 18, 2026
11-Night Cruise Cruise
Departing from Lisbon
From
$14,762
Price / day
$1,342
Silver Shadow
October 13, 2026
11-Night Canada & New England Cruise
Departing from Cape Liberty
From
$21,330
Price / day
$1,939
October 24, 2026
14-Night Canada & New England Cruise
Departing from Montreal
From
$15,360
Price / day
$1,097
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
MS Europa 2
Average
$1,320 / day
VS
Silver Shadow
Average
$1,518 / day
MS Europa 2 has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$1,320/day vs $1,518/day
About $198 less per day
This comparison is based on the upcoming sailings currently shown and may not represent like-for-like itineraries.
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose MS Europa 2 if…
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- Departing from Piraeus and Lisbon works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Silver Shadow.
Choose Silver Shadow if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You value having more space per passenger (higher GT-per-guest ratio).
- You want to sail in Canada & New England.
- Departing from Cape Liberty and Montreal works for your plans.
MS Europa 2 vs Silver Shadow: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Silver Shadow
Built in 2000
1 year newer
Bigger
MS Europa 2
28,890 GT
3% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
MS Europa 2
$1,320 / day
About $198 less per day
- Silver Shadow is 1 year newer.
- MS Europa 2 is 3% larger by gross tonnage.
- MS Europa 2 carries 20 more passengers.
- Silver Shadow offers more space per passenger (72.2 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, MS Europa 2 or Silver Shadow?
Silver Shadow is newer. It was built in 2000, while MS Europa 2 was built in 1999, making Silver Shadow 1 year newer.
Which is bigger, MS Europa 2 or Silver Shadow?
MS Europa 2 is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 28,890 GT compared with Silver Shadow at 28,000 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
MS Europa 2 has a passenger capacity of approximately 408, compared with 388 for Silver Shadow.
Which ship is more spacious, MS Europa 2 or Silver Shadow?
Silver Shadow has the higher passenger space ratio at 72.2 GT per passenger, versus 70.8 for MS Europa 2. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Which ship is cheaper, MS Europa 2 or Silver Shadow?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, MS Europa 2 has the lower average starting price per day at $1,320 per day versus $1,518 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Silver Shadow sail?
The upcoming Silver Shadow sailings currently listed cover Canada & New England, departing from Cape Liberty and Montreal.
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