October 5, 2026
7-Night Mediterranean Cruise
Departing from Piraeus
From
$6,400
Price / day
$914
Silver Nova|Silver Dawn
Silver Nova vs Silver Dawn
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Silver Nova
Built in 2023
2 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Silver Dawn
$771 / day
$129 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
Silver Nova vs Silver Dawn: Quick Comparison
Silver Nova is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2023, it is 2 years newer than Silver Dawn, which entered service in 2021. Silver Nova has upcoming sailings in Mediterranean, while Silver Dawn has sailings in NORTHERN EUROPE & BRITISH ISLES. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Silver Dawn 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 Nova | Silver Dawn |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2023Newer | 2021 |
| Gross Tonnage | — | 40,844 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | — | — |
| Space per Passenger | — | — |
| Length | — | 212.8 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Silver Nova vs Silver Dawn
Age
Silver Nova was built in 2023, making it 2 years newer than Silver Dawn, which was built in 2021.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Silver Nova (Mediterranean) and Silver Dawn (NORTHERN EUROPE & BRITISH ISLES) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Silver Dawn has the lower average starting price per day at $771 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
Silver Nova
Greece & Turkey Featuring Mykonos
- Departure Port
- Piraeus
- Region
- Mediterranean
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Oct 5, 2026Piraeus
- Day 2 · Oct 6, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Oct 7, 2026Heraklion
- Day 4 · Oct 8, 2026Rhodes
- Day 5 · Oct 9, 2026Kusadasi
- Day 6 · Oct 10, 2026Mykonos
- Day 7 · Oct 11, 2026Nafplion
- Day 8 · Oct 12, 2026Piraeus
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
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.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Silver Nova
October 12, 2026
7-Night Mediterranean Cruise
Departing from Piraeus
From
$6,200
Price / day
$886
Silver Dawn
September 19, 2026
12-Night NORTHERN EUROPE & BRITISH ISLES Cruise
Departing from Southampton
From
$10,500
Price / day
$875
October 1, 2026
12-Night NORTHERN EUROPE & BRITISH ISLES Cruise
Departing from Lisbon
From
$8,000
Price / day
$667
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Silver Nova
Average
$900 / day
VS
Silver Dawn
Average
$771 / day
Silver Dawn has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$771/day vs $900/day
About $129 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 Nova if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You want to sail in Mediterranean.
- Departing from Piraeus works for your plans.
Choose Silver Dawn if…
- You want to sail in NORTHERN EUROPE & BRITISH ISLES.
- Departing from Southampton 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 Nova.
Silver Nova vs Silver Dawn: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Silver Nova
Built in 2023
2 years newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
Silver Dawn
$771 / day
About $129 less per day
- Silver Nova is 2 years newer.
- Gross tonnage is not available for both ships.
- Passenger capacity is not available for both ships.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Silver Nova or Silver Dawn?
Silver Nova is newer. It was built in 2023, while Silver Dawn was built in 2021, making Silver Nova 2 years newer.
Which ship is cheaper, Silver Nova or Silver Dawn?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Silver Dawn has the lower average starting price per day at $771 per day versus $900 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Silver Nova sail?
The upcoming Silver Nova sailings currently listed cover Mediterranean, departing from Piraeus.
Where does Silver Dawn sail?
The upcoming Silver Dawn sailings currently listed cover NORTHERN EUROPE & BRITISH ISLES, departing from Southampton and Lisbon.
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