September 5, 2026
12-Night Mediterranean Cruise
Departing from Barcelona
From
$8,820
Price / day
$735
Silver Ray|Vasco da Gama-Nicko
Silver Ray vs Vasco da Gama-Nicko
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Silver Ray
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Vasco da Gama-Nicko
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Check prices on CruiseDirectNewer Ship
Silver Ray
Built in 1999
6 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
Silver Ray vs Vasco da Gama-Nicko: Quick Comparison
Silver Ray is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 1999, it is 6 years newer than Vasco da Gama-Nicko, which entered service in 1993. Vasco da Gama-Nicko is approximately 1% larger by gross tonnage at 55,877 GT. Silver Ray has upcoming sailings in Mediterranean. 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 Ray | Vasco da Gama-Nicko |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 1999Newer | 1993 |
| Gross Tonnage | 55,355 GT | 55,877 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | — | 1,613 |
| Space per Passenger | — | 34.6 GT |
| Length | 179 m | 219.21 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Silver Ray vs Vasco da Gama-Nicko
Age
Silver Ray was built in 1999, making it 6 years newer than Vasco da Gama-Nicko, which was built in 1993.
Size
At 55,877 GT, Vasco da Gama-Nicko is approximately 1% larger by gross tonnage than Silver Ray at 55,355 GT.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Silver Ray (Mediterranean) and Vasco da Gama-Nicko currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Compare Ports of Call
Silver Ray
Spain Featuring Málaga & Ibiza
- Departure Port
- Barcelona
- Region
- Mediterranean
- Nights
- 12
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 5, 2026Barcelona
- Day 2 · Sep 6, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 7, 2026Gibraltar
- Day 4 · Sep 8, 2026Malaga
- Day 5 · Sep 9, 2026Malaga
- Day 6 · Sep 10, 2026Cartagena
- Day 7 · Sep 11, 2026Valencia
- Day 8 · Sep 12, 2026Alicante
- Day 9 · Sep 13, 2026Ibiza
- Day 10 · Sep 14, 2026Alcudia
- Day 11 · Sep 15, 2026Palamos
- Day 12 · Sep 16, 2026At Sea
- Day 13 · Sep 17, 2026Monte Carlo
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Silver Ray
September 17, 2026
11-Night Mediterranean Cruise
Departing from Monte Carlo
From
$11,340
Price / day
$1,031
Vasco da Gama-Nicko
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Silver Ray
Average
$883 / day
VS
Vasco da Gama-Nicko
Average
$0 / day
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Silver Ray if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You want to sail in Mediterranean.
- Departing from Barcelona and Monte Carlo works for your plans.
Choose Vasco da Gama-Nicko if…
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Silver Ray.
Silver Ray vs Vasco da Gama-Nicko: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Silver Ray
Built in 1999
6 years newer
Bigger
Vasco da Gama-Nicko
55,877 GT
1% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Silver Ray is 6 years newer.
- Vasco da Gama-Nicko is 1% larger by gross tonnage.
- Passenger capacity is not available for both ships.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Silver Ray or Vasco da Gama-Nicko?
Silver Ray is newer. It was built in 1999, while Vasco da Gama-Nicko was built in 1993, making Silver Ray 6 years newer.
Which is bigger, Silver Ray or Vasco da Gama-Nicko?
Vasco da Gama-Nicko is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 55,877 GT compared with Silver Ray at 55,355 GT.
Where does Silver Ray sail?
The upcoming Silver Ray sailings currently listed cover Mediterranean, departing from Barcelona and Monte Carlo.
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