September 8, 2026
11-Night Cruise Cruise
Departing from Budapest
From
$8,790
Price / day
$799
ms Joy|Silver Origin
ms Joy vs Silver Origin
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
ms Joy
Tauck
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Newer Ship
Silver Origin
Built in 2020
4 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
ms Joy
$799 / day
$2,660 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
ms Joy vs Silver Origin: Quick Comparison
Silver Origin is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2020, it is 4 years newer than ms Joy, which entered service in 2016. ms Joy also carries 30 more passengers. Silver Origin has upcoming sailings in Galapagos Islands. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, ms Joy 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 Joy | Silver Origin |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2016 | 2020Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | — | 5,800 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 130 | 100 |
| Space per Passenger | — | 58 GT |
| Length | 135.03 m | 101.01 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: ms Joy vs Silver Origin
Age
Silver Origin was built in 2020, making it 4 years newer than ms Joy, which was built in 2016.
Passenger capacity
ms Joy carries up to 130 passengers compared with 100 aboard Silver Origin, a difference of 30 passengers.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for ms Joy and Silver Origin (Galapagos Islands) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, ms Joy has the lower average starting price per day at $799 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
ms Joy
The Blue Danube
- Departure Port
- Budapest
- Region
- Cruise
- Nights
- 11
- Round Trip
- No
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Silver Origin
The Galápagos: Exploring the Outer Loop
- Departure Port
- San Cristobal
- Region
- Galapagos Islands
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 26, 2026San Cristobal
- Day 2 · Sep 27, 2026Prince Philips Step's
- Day 3 · Sep 28, 2026Darwin Bay
- Day 4 · Sep 29, 2026North Seymour
- Day 5 · Sep 30, 2026Sullivan Bay
- Day 6 · Oct 1, 2026At Sea
- Day 7 · Oct 2, 2026Punta Mangle
- Day 8 · Oct 3, 2026Punta Moreno
- Day 9 · Oct 4, 2026Santa Cruz Highlands
- Day 10 · Oct 5, 2026Fausto Llerena Breeding Center
- Day 11 · Oct 6, 2026Gardner Bay
- Day 12 · Oct 7, 2026Punta Suarez
- Day 13 · Oct 8, 2026San Cristobal
- Day 14 · Oct 9, 2026Kicker Rock
- Day 15 · Oct 10, 2026Cerro Brujo
- Day 16 · Oct 11, 2026San Cristobal
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
ms Joy
September 15, 2026
11-Night Cruise Cruise
Departing from Prague
From
$8,790
Price / day
$799
Silver Origin
September 26, 2026
7-Night Galapagos Islands Cruise
Departing from San Cristobal
From
$11,340
Price / day
$1,620
November 7, 2026
7-Night Galapagos Islands Cruise
Departing from San Cristobal
From
$37,080
Price / day
$5,297
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
ms Joy
Average
$799 / day
VS
Silver Origin
Average
$3,459 / day
ms Joy has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$799/day vs $3,459/day
About $2,660 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 Joy if…
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- Departing from Budapest and Prague 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 Origin.
Choose Silver Origin if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Galapagos Islands.
- Departing from San Cristobal works for your plans.
ms Joy vs Silver Origin: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Silver Origin
Built in 2020
4 years newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
ms Joy
$799 / day
About $2,660 less per day
- Silver Origin is 4 years newer.
- Gross tonnage is not available for both ships.
- ms Joy carries 30 more passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, ms Joy or Silver Origin?
Silver Origin is newer. It was built in 2020, while ms Joy was built in 2016, making Silver Origin 4 years newer.
Which ship carries more passengers?
ms Joy has a passenger capacity of approximately 130, compared with 100 for Silver Origin.
Which ship is cheaper, ms Joy or Silver Origin?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, ms Joy has the lower average starting price per day at $799 per day versus $3,459 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Silver Origin sail?
The upcoming Silver Origin sailings currently listed cover Galapagos Islands, departing from San Cristobal.
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