October 5, 2026
7-Night Mediterranean Cruise
Departing from Piraeus
From
$6,400
Price / day
$914
Silver Nova|Silver Ray
Silver Nova vs Silver Ray
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Silver Nova
Built in 2023
24 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Silver Ray
$750 / day
$150 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
Silver Nova vs Silver Ray: Quick Comparison
Silver Nova is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2023, it is 24 years newer than Silver Ray, which entered service in 1999. Silver Nova has upcoming sailings in Mediterranean, 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 Nova | Silver Ray |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2023Newer | 1999 |
| Gross Tonnage | — | 55,355 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | — | — |
| Space per Passenger | — | — |
| Length | — | 179 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Silver Nova vs Silver Ray
Age
Silver Nova was built in 2023, making it 24 years newer than Silver Ray, which was built in 1999.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Silver Nova (Mediterranean) 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 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 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 Nova
October 12, 2026
7-Night Mediterranean Cruise
Departing from Piraeus
From
$6,200
Price / day
$886
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 Nova
Average
$900 / day
VS
Silver Ray
Average
$750 / day
Silver Ray has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$750/day vs $900/day
About $150 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 Ray if…
- 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 Nova.
Silver Nova vs Silver Ray: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Silver Nova
Built in 2023
24 years newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
Silver Ray
$750 / day
About $150 less per day
- Silver Nova is 24 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 Ray?
Silver Nova is newer. It was built in 2023, while Silver Ray was built in 1999, making Silver Nova 24 years newer.
Which ship is cheaper, Silver Nova or Silver Ray?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Silver Ray has the lower average starting price per day at $750 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 Ray sail?
The upcoming Silver Ray sailings currently listed cover Mediterranean, departing from Barcelona.
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