September 26, 2026
7-Night Galapagos Islands Cruise
Departing from San Cristobal
From
$11,340
Price / day
$1,620
Silver Origin|Silver Muse
Silver Origin vs Silver Muse
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Silver Origin
Silversea Cruises
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Newer Ship
Silver Origin
Built in 2020
3 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Silver Muse
$1,033 / day
$2,426 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Silver Muse
68.4 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Silver Origin vs Silver Muse: Quick Comparison
Silver Origin is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2020, it is 3 years newer than Silver Muse, which entered service in 2017. Silver Muse is approximately 603% larger by gross tonnage at 40,791 GT. Silver Muse also carries 496 more passengers. Silver Origin has upcoming sailings in Galapagos Islands, while Silver Muse has sailings in Mediterranean. 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 Origin | Silver Muse |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2020Newer | 2017 |
| Gross Tonnage | 5,800 GT | 40,791 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 100 | 596 |
| Space per Passenger | 58 GT | 68.4 GT |
| Length | 101.01 m | 212.8 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Silver Origin vs Silver Muse
Age
Silver Origin was built in 2020, making it 3 years newer than Silver Muse, which was built in 2017.
Size
At 40,791 GT, Silver Muse is approximately 603% larger by gross tonnage than Silver Origin at 5,800 GT.
Passenger capacity
Silver Muse carries up to 596 passengers compared with 100 aboard Silver Origin, a difference of 496 passengers.
Passenger space
Silver Muse offers more space per passenger: 68.4 GT per guest, compared with 58 aboard Silver Origin. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Silver Origin (Galapagos Islands) and Silver Muse (Mediterranean) 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 Origin
The Galápagos: Exploring the Outer Loop
- Departure Port
- San Cristobal
- Region
- Galapagos Islands
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 26, 2026San Cristobal
- Day 2 · Sep 27, 2026Prince Philips Step's
- Day 3 · Sep 28, 2026Darwin Bay
- Day 4 · Sep 29, 2026North Seymour
- Day 5 · Sep 30, 2026Sullivan Bay
- Day 6 · Oct 1, 2026At Sea
- Day 7 · Oct 2, 2026Punta Mangle
- Day 8 · Oct 3, 2026Punta Moreno
- Day 9 · Oct 4, 2026Santa Cruz Highlands
- Day 10 · Oct 5, 2026Fausto Llerena Breeding Center
- Day 11 · Oct 6, 2026Gardner Bay
- Day 12 · Oct 7, 2026Punta Suarez
- Day 13 · Oct 8, 2026San Cristobal
- Day 14 · Oct 9, 2026Kicker Rock
- Day 15 · Oct 10, 2026Cerro Brujo
- Day 16 · Oct 11, 2026San Cristobal
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
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.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Silver Origin
November 7, 2026
7-Night Galapagos Islands Cruise
Departing from San Cristobal
From
$37,080
Price / day
$5,297
Silver Muse
September 14, 2026
10-Night Mediterranean Cruise
Departing from Civitavecchia
From
$10,800
Price / day
$1,080
October 7, 2026
7-Night Mediterranean Cruise
Departing from Venice
From
$6,900
Price / day
$986
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Silver Origin
Average
$3,459 / day
VS
Silver Muse
Average
$1,033 / day
Silver Muse has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$1,033/day vs $3,459/day
About $2,426 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 Origin if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Galapagos Islands.
- Departing from San Cristobal works for your plans.
Choose Silver Muse if…
- 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.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Silver Origin.
Silver Origin vs Silver Muse: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Silver Origin
Built in 2020
3 years newer
Bigger
Silver Muse
40,791 GT
603% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Silver Muse
$1,033 / day
About $2,426 less per day
- Silver Origin is 3 years newer.
- Silver Muse is 603% larger by gross tonnage.
- Silver Muse carries 496 more passengers.
- Silver Muse offers more space per passenger (68.4 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Silver Origin or Silver Muse?
Silver Origin is newer. It was built in 2020, while Silver Muse was built in 2017, making Silver Origin 3 years newer.
Which is bigger, Silver Origin or Silver Muse?
Silver Muse is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 40,791 GT compared with Silver Origin at 5,800 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Silver Muse has a passenger capacity of approximately 596, compared with 100 for Silver Origin.
Which ship is more spacious, Silver Origin or Silver Muse?
Silver Muse has the higher passenger space ratio at 68.4 GT per passenger, versus 58 for Silver Origin. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Which ship is cheaper, Silver Origin or Silver Muse?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Silver Muse has the lower average starting price per day at $1,033 per day versus $3,459 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Silver Origin sail?
The upcoming Silver Origin sailings currently listed cover Galapagos Islands, departing from San Cristobal.
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