September 26, 2026
7-Night Galapagos Islands Cruise
Departing from San Cristobal
From
$11,340
Price / day
$1,620
Silver Origin|Silver Shadow
Silver Origin vs Silver Shadow
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Silver Origin
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Newer Ship
Silver Origin
Built in 2020
20 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Silver Shadow
$1,518 / day
$1,941 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Silver Shadow
72.2 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Silver Origin vs Silver Shadow: Quick Comparison
Silver Origin is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2020, it is 20 years newer than Silver Shadow, which entered service in 2000. Silver Shadow is approximately 383% larger by gross tonnage at 28,000 GT. Silver Shadow also carries 288 more passengers. Silver Origin has upcoming sailings in Galapagos Islands, while Silver Shadow has sailings in Canada & New England. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Silver Shadow 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 Shadow |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2020Newer | 2000 |
| Gross Tonnage | 5,800 GT | 28,000 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 100 | 388 |
| Space per Passenger | 58 GT | 72.2 GT |
| Length | 101.01 m | 186 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Silver Origin vs Silver Shadow
Age
Silver Origin was built in 2020, making it 20 years newer than Silver Shadow, which was built in 2000.
Size
At 28,000 GT, Silver Shadow is approximately 383% larger by gross tonnage than Silver Origin at 5,800 GT.
Passenger capacity
Silver Shadow carries up to 388 passengers compared with 100 aboard Silver Origin, a difference of 288 passengers.
Passenger space
Silver Shadow offers more space per passenger: 72.2 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 Shadow (Canada & New England) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Silver Shadow has the lower average starting price per day at $1,518 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 Shadow
Canada & New England Featuring Quebec City
- Departure Port
- Cape Liberty
- Region
- Canada & New England
- Nights
- 11
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Oct 13, 2026Cape Liberty
- Day 2 · Oct 14, 2026Newport
- Day 3 · Oct 15, 2026At Sea
- Day 4 · Oct 16, 2026Boston Massachusetts
- Day 5 · Oct 17, 2026Portland, Maine
- Day 6 · Oct 18, 2026At Sea
- Day 7 · Oct 19, 2026Halifax
- Day 8 · Oct 20, 2026At Sea
- Day 9 · Oct 21, 2026Charlottetown
- Day 10 · Oct 22, 2026At Sea
- Day 11 · Oct 23, 2026Saguenay
- Day 12 · Oct 24, 2026Quebec City
- Day 13 · Oct 25, 2026Montreal
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 Shadow
October 13, 2026
11-Night Canada & New England Cruise
Departing from Cape Liberty
From
$21,330
Price / day
$1,939
October 24, 2026
14-Night Canada & New England Cruise
Departing from Montreal
From
$15,360
Price / day
$1,097
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Silver Origin
Average
$3,459 / day
VS
Silver Shadow
Average
$1,518 / day
Silver Shadow has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$1,518/day vs $3,459/day
About $1,941 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 Shadow 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 Canada & New England.
- Departing from Cape Liberty and Montreal 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 Shadow: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Silver Origin
Built in 2020
20 years newer
Bigger
Silver Shadow
28,000 GT
383% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Silver Shadow
$1,518 / day
About $1,941 less per day
- Silver Origin is 20 years newer.
- Silver Shadow is 383% larger by gross tonnage.
- Silver Shadow carries 288 more passengers.
- Silver Shadow offers more space per passenger (72.2 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Silver Origin or Silver Shadow?
Silver Origin is newer. It was built in 2020, while Silver Shadow was built in 2000, making Silver Origin 20 years newer.
Which is bigger, Silver Origin or Silver Shadow?
Silver Shadow is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 28,000 GT compared with Silver Origin at 5,800 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Silver Shadow has a passenger capacity of approximately 388, compared with 100 for Silver Origin.
Which ship is more spacious, Silver Origin or Silver Shadow?
Silver Shadow has the higher passenger space ratio at 72.2 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 Shadow?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Silver Shadow has the lower average starting price per day at $1,518 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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