September 14, 2026
10-Night Mediterranean Cruise
Departing from Civitavecchia
From
$10,800
Price / day
$1,080
Silver Muse|Silver Wind
Silver Muse vs Silver Wind
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Silver Muse
Silversea Cruises
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Newer Ship
Silver Muse
Built in 2017
22 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Silver Muse
$1,033 / day
$201 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Silver Muse
68.4 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Silver Muse vs Silver Wind: Quick Comparison
Silver Muse is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2017, it is 22 years newer than Silver Wind, which entered service in 1995. Silver Muse is approximately 137% larger by gross tonnage at 40,791 GT. Silver Muse also carries 282 more passengers. Silver Muse has upcoming sailings in Mediterranean, while Silver Wind has sailings in Antarctica. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Silver Muse 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 Muse | Silver Wind |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2017Newer | 1995 |
| Gross Tonnage | 40,791 GT | 17,235 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 596 | 314 |
| Space per Passenger | 68.4 GT | 54.9 GT |
| Length | 212.8 m | 155.75 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Silver Muse vs Silver Wind
Age
Silver Muse was built in 2017, making it 22 years newer than Silver Wind, which was built in 1995.
Size
At 40,791 GT, Silver Muse is approximately 137% larger by gross tonnage than Silver Wind at 17,235 GT.
Passenger capacity
Silver Muse carries up to 596 passengers compared with 314 aboard Silver Wind, a difference of 282 passengers.
Passenger space
Silver Muse offers more space per passenger: 68.4 GT per guest, compared with 54.9 aboard Silver Wind. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Silver Muse (Mediterranean) and Silver Wind (Antarctica) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Silver Muse has the lower average starting price per day at $1,033 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
Silver Muse
Italy & Croatia Featuring Dubrovnik
- Departure Port
- Civitavecchia
- Region
- Mediterranean
- Nights
- 10
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 14, 2026Civitavecchia
- Day 2 · Sep 15, 2026Naples
- Day 3 · Sep 16, 2026Palermo
- Day 4 · Sep 17, 2026Giardini Naxos
- Day 5 · Sep 18, 2026At Sea
- Day 6 · Sep 19, 2026Kotor
- Day 7 · Sep 20, 2026Bari
- Day 8 · Sep 21, 2026Dubrovnik
- Day 9 · Sep 22, 2026Hvar
- Day 10 · Sep 23, 2026Zadar
- Day 11 · Sep 24, 2026Venice
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Silver Wind
Antarctica: Sail & Fly the Drake Passage
- Departure Port
- Puerto Williams
- Region
- Antarctica
- Nights
- 9
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Oct 20, 2026Puerto Williams
- Day 2 · Oct 21, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Oct 22, 2026At Sea
- Day 4 · Oct 23, 2026Antarctic Sound
- Day 5 · Oct 24, 2026Antarctic Peninsula
- Day 6 · Oct 25, 2026Antarctic Peninsula
- Day 7 · Oct 26, 2026Antarctic Peninsula
- Day 8 · Oct 27, 2026Antarctic Peninsula
- Day 9 · Oct 28, 2026South Shetland Islands
- Day 10 · Oct 29, 2026King George Island
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Silver Muse
October 7, 2026
7-Night Mediterranean Cruise
Departing from Venice
From
$6,900
Price / day
$986
Silver Wind
October 20, 2026
9-Night Antarctica Cruise
Departing from Puerto Williams
From
$10,700
Price / day
$1,189
October 29, 2026
9-Night Antarctica Cruise
Departing from King George Island
From
$11,500
Price / day
$1,278
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Silver Muse
Average
$1,033 / day
VS
Silver Wind
Average
$1,234 / day
Silver Muse has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$1,033/day vs $1,234/day
About $201 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 Muse 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 Mediterranean.
- Departing from Civitavecchia and Venice works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
Choose Silver Wind if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Antarctica.
- Departing from Puerto Williams and King George Island works for your plans.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Silver Muse.
Silver Muse vs Silver Wind: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Silver Muse
Built in 2017
22 years newer
Bigger
Silver Muse
40,791 GT
137% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Silver Muse
$1,033 / day
About $201 less per day
- Silver Muse is 22 years newer.
- Silver Muse is 137% larger by gross tonnage.
- Silver Muse carries 282 more passengers.
- Silver Muse offers more space per passenger (68.4 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Silver Muse or Silver Wind?
Silver Muse is newer. It was built in 2017, while Silver Wind was built in 1995, making Silver Muse 22 years newer.
Which is bigger, Silver Muse or Silver Wind?
Silver Muse is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 40,791 GT compared with Silver Wind at 17,235 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Silver Muse has a passenger capacity of approximately 596, compared with 314 for Silver Wind.
Which ship is more spacious, Silver Muse or Silver Wind?
Silver Muse has the higher passenger space ratio at 68.4 GT per passenger, versus 54.9 for Silver Wind. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Which ship is cheaper, Silver Muse or Silver Wind?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Silver Muse has the lower average starting price per day at $1,033 per day versus $1,234 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Silver Muse sail?
The upcoming Silver Muse sailings currently listed cover Mediterranean, departing from Civitavecchia and Venice.
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