September 6, 2026
23-Night FRENCH POLYNESIA & PACIFIC Cruise
Departing from Darwin
From
$21,870
Price / day
$951
Silver Cloud|Silver Shadow
Silver Cloud vs Silver Shadow
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Silver Cloud
Silversea Cruises
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Newer Ship
Silver Shadow
Built in 2000
6 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Silver Cloud
$865 / day
$653 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Silver Shadow
72.2 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Silver Cloud vs Silver Shadow: Quick Comparison
Silver Shadow is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2000, it is 6 years newer than Silver Cloud, which entered service in 1994. Silver Shadow is approximately 65% larger by gross tonnage at 28,000 GT. Silver Shadow also carries 92 more passengers. Silver Cloud has upcoming sailings in FRENCH POLYNESIA & PACIFIC, while Silver Shadow has sailings in Canada & New England. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Silver Cloud 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 | Silver Cloud | Silver Shadow |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 1994 | 2000Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 16,927 GT | 28,000 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 296 | 388 |
| Space per Passenger | 57.2 GT | 72.2 GT |
| Length | 155.75 m | 186 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Silver Cloud vs Silver Shadow
Age
Silver Shadow was built in 2000, making it 6 years newer than Silver Cloud, which was built in 1994.
Size
At 28,000 GT, Silver Shadow is approximately 65% larger by gross tonnage than Silver Cloud at 16,927 GT.
Passenger capacity
Silver Shadow carries up to 388 passengers compared with 296 aboard Silver Cloud, a difference of 92 passengers.
Passenger space
Silver Shadow offers more space per passenger: 72.2 GT per guest, compared with 57.2 aboard Silver Cloud. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Silver Cloud (FRENCH POLYNESIA & PACIFIC) and Silver Shadow (Canada & New England) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Silver Cloud has the lower average starting price per day at $865 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
Silver Cloud
South Pacific: Exploring Indonesia & Papua New Guinea
- Departure Port
- Darwin
- Region
- FRENCH POLYNESIA & PACIFIC
- Nights
- 23
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 6, 2026Darwin
- Day 2 · Sep 7, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 8, 2026Pulau Nai
- Day 4 · Sep 9, 2026Kokas
- Day 5 · Sep 10, 2026Misool Island
- Day 6 · Sep 11, 2026Sanwinggrai
- Day 7 · Sep 12, 2026Pulau Num
- Day 8 · Sep 13, 2026Pulau Swande
- Day 9 · Sep 14, 2026Kwatisore
- Day 10 · Sep 15, 2026Aisandami Village
- Day 11 · Sep 16, 2026Tanjung Mannguar
- Day 12 · Sep 17, 2026Pulau Rouw
- Day 13 · Sep 18, 2026Maransabadi Island
- Day 14 · Sep 19, 2026At Sea
- Day 15 · Sep 20, 2026Vanimo
- Day 16 · Sep 21, 2026Ali Island
- Day 17 · Sep 22, 2026Madang
- Day 18 · Sep 23, 2026Garove Island
- Day 19 · Sep 24, 2026Rabaul
- Day 20 · Sep 25, 2026At Sea
- Day 21 · Sep 26, 2026Kennedy Island
- Day 22 · Sep 27, 2026Kolo Hite Island
- Day 23 · Sep 28, 2026Santa Ana
- Day 24 · Sep 29, 2026At Sea
- Day 25 · Sep 30, 2026Ambrym Island
- Day 26 · Oct 1, 2026At Sea
- Day 27 · Oct 2, 2026Lautoka
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
Silver Cloud
October 12, 2026
23-Night FRENCH POLYNESIA & PACIFIC Cruise
Departing from Papeete
From
$17,920
Price / day
$779
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?
Silver Cloud
Average
$865 / day
VS
Silver Shadow
Average
$1,518 / day
Silver Cloud has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$865/day vs $1,518/day
About $653 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 Silver Cloud if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in FRENCH POLYNESIA & PACIFIC.
- Departing from Darwin and Papeete 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 larger ship by gross tonnage.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher 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.
Silver Cloud vs Silver Shadow: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Silver Shadow
Built in 2000
6 years newer
Bigger
Silver Shadow
28,000 GT
65% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Silver Cloud
$865 / day
About $653 less per day
- Silver Shadow is 6 years newer.
- Silver Shadow is 65% larger by gross tonnage.
- Silver Shadow carries 92 more passengers.
- Silver Shadow offers more space per passenger (72.2 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Silver Cloud or Silver Shadow?
Silver Shadow is newer. It was built in 2000, while Silver Cloud was built in 1994, making Silver Shadow 6 years newer.
Which is bigger, Silver Cloud or Silver Shadow?
Silver Shadow is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 28,000 GT compared with Silver Cloud at 16,927 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Silver Shadow has a passenger capacity of approximately 388, compared with 296 for Silver Cloud.
Which ship is more spacious, Silver Cloud or Silver Shadow?
Silver Shadow has the higher passenger space ratio at 72.2 GT per passenger, versus 57.2 for Silver Cloud. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Which ship is cheaper, Silver Cloud or Silver Shadow?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Silver Cloud has the lower average starting price per day at $865 per day versus $1,518 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Silver Cloud sail?
The upcoming Silver Cloud sailings currently listed cover FRENCH POLYNESIA & PACIFIC, departing from Darwin and Papeete.
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