September 5, 2026
12-Night Mediterranean Cruise
Departing from Barcelona
From
$8,820
Price / day
$735
Silver Ray|Veendam
Silver Ray vs Veendam
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Silver Ray
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Newer Ship
Silver Ray
Built in 1999
3 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
Silver Ray vs Veendam: Quick Comparison
Silver Ray is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 1999, it is 3 years newer than Veendam, which entered service in 1996. Veendam is approximately 3% larger by gross tonnage at 57,092 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 | Veendam |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 1999Newer | 1996 |
| Gross Tonnage | 55,355 GT | 57,092 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | — | 1,350 |
| Space per Passenger | — | 42.3 GT |
| Length | 179 m | 220 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Silver Ray vs Veendam
Age
Silver Ray was built in 1999, making it 3 years newer than Veendam, which was built in 1996.
Size
At 57,092 GT, Veendam is approximately 3% larger by gross tonnage than Silver Ray at 55,355 GT.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Silver Ray (Mediterranean) and Veendam 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
Veendam
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Silver Ray
Average
$883 / day
VS
Veendam
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 Veendam 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 Veendam: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Silver Ray
Built in 1999
3 years newer
Bigger
Veendam
57,092 GT
3% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Silver Ray is 3 years newer.
- Veendam is 3% larger by gross tonnage.
- Passenger capacity is not available for both ships.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Silver Ray or Veendam?
Silver Ray is newer. It was built in 1999, while Veendam was built in 1996, making Silver Ray 3 years newer.
Which is bigger, Silver Ray or Veendam?
Veendam is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 57,092 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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