September 19, 2026
12-Night NORTHERN EUROPE & BRITISH ISLES Cruise
Departing from Southampton
From
$10,500
Price / day
$875
Silver Dawn|Silver Ray
Silver Dawn vs Silver Ray
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Silver Dawn
Built in 2021
22 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Silver Ray
$750 / day
$21 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
Silver Dawn vs Silver Ray: Quick Comparison
Silver Dawn is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2021, it is 22 years newer than Silver Ray, which entered service in 1999. Silver Ray is approximately 36% larger by gross tonnage at 55,355 GT. Silver Dawn has upcoming sailings in NORTHERN EUROPE & BRITISH ISLES, while Silver Ray has sailings in Mediterranean. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Silver Ray 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 Dawn | Silver Ray |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2021Newer | 1999 |
| Gross Tonnage | 40,844 GT | 55,355 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | — | — |
| Space per Passenger | — | — |
| Length | 212.8 m | 179 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Silver Dawn vs Silver Ray
Age
Silver Dawn was built in 2021, making it 22 years newer than Silver Ray, which was built in 1999.
Size
At 55,355 GT, Silver Ray is approximately 36% larger by gross tonnage than Silver Dawn at 40,844 GT.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Silver Dawn (NORTHERN EUROPE & BRITISH ISLES) and Silver Ray (Mediterranean) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Silver Ray has the lower average starting price per day at $750 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
Silver Dawn
France & Spain Featuring the Autumn Grape Harvest
- Departure Port
- Southampton
- Region
- NORTHERN EUROPE & BRITISH ISLES
- Nights
- 12
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 19, 2026Southampton
- Day 2 · Sep 20, 2026St Helier
- Day 3 · Sep 21, 2026Saint Malo
- Day 4 · Sep 22, 2026At Sea
- Day 5 · Sep 23, 2026Bordeaux
- Day 6 · Sep 24, 2026Bordeaux
- Day 7 · Sep 25, 2026Bordeaux
- Day 8 · Sep 26, 2026Bilbao
- Day 9 · Sep 27, 2026Santander
- Day 10 · Sep 28, 2026At Sea
- Day 11 · Sep 29, 2026Vigo
- Day 12 · Sep 30, 2026Porto
- Day 13 · Oct 1, 2026Lisbon
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Silver Ray
Spain & the French Riviera Featuring Málaga
- Departure Port
- Barcelona
- Region
- Mediterranean
- Nights
- 10
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 28, 2026Barcelona
- Day 2 · Sep 29, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 30, 2026Malaga
- Day 4 · Oct 1, 2026Malaga
- Day 5 · Oct 2, 2026Cartagena
- Day 6 · Oct 3, 2026Valencia
- Day 7 · Oct 4, 2026Palma de Mallorca
- Day 8 · Oct 5, 2026Porto Mahon
- Day 9 · Oct 6, 2026Marseille
- Day 10 · Oct 7, 2026Saint Tropez
- Day 11 · Oct 8, 2026Monte Carlo
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Silver Dawn
October 1, 2026
12-Night NORTHERN EUROPE & BRITISH ISLES Cruise
Departing from Lisbon
From
$8,000
Price / day
$667
Silver Ray
September 28, 2026
10-Night Mediterranean Cruise
Departing from Barcelona
From
$8,400
Price / day
$840
October 29, 2026
10-Night Mediterranean Cruise
Departing from Barcelona
From
$6,600
Price / day
$660
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Silver Dawn
Average
$771 / day
VS
Silver Ray
Average
$750 / day
Silver Ray has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$750/day vs $771/day
About $21 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 Dawn if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You want to sail in NORTHERN EUROPE & BRITISH ISLES.
- Departing from Southampton and Lisbon works for your plans.
Choose Silver Ray if…
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- You want to sail in Mediterranean.
- Departing from Barcelona 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 Dawn.
Silver Dawn vs Silver Ray: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Silver Dawn
Built in 2021
22 years newer
Bigger
Silver Ray
55,355 GT
36% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Silver Ray
$750 / day
About $21 less per day
- Silver Dawn is 22 years newer.
- Silver Ray is 36% larger by gross tonnage.
- Passenger capacity is not available for both ships.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Silver Dawn or Silver Ray?
Silver Dawn is newer. It was built in 2021, while Silver Ray was built in 1999, making Silver Dawn 22 years newer.
Which is bigger, Silver Dawn or Silver Ray?
Silver Ray is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 55,355 GT compared with Silver Dawn at 40,844 GT.
Which ship is cheaper, Silver Dawn or Silver Ray?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Silver Ray has the lower average starting price per day at $750 per day versus $771 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Silver Dawn sail?
The upcoming Silver Dawn sailings currently listed cover NORTHERN EUROPE & BRITISH ISLES, departing from Southampton and Lisbon.
Where does Silver Ray sail?
The upcoming Silver Ray sailings currently listed cover Mediterranean, departing from Barcelona.
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