October 13, 2026
11-Night Canada & New England Cruise
Departing from Cape Liberty
From
$21,330
Price / day
$1,939
Silver Shadow|MS Europa 2
Silver Shadow vs MS Europa 2
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Silver Shadow
Built in 2000
1 year newer
Lower Price Per Day
MS Europa 2
$1,320 / day
$198 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Silver Shadow
72.2 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Silver Shadow vs MS Europa 2: Quick Comparison
Silver Shadow is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2000, it is 1 year newer than MS Europa 2, which entered service in 1999. MS Europa 2 is approximately 3% larger by gross tonnage at 28,890 GT. MS Europa 2 also carries 20 more passengers. Silver Shadow has upcoming sailings in Canada & New England. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, MS Europa 2 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 Shadow | MS Europa 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2000Newer | 1999 |
| Gross Tonnage | 28,000 GT | 28,890 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 388 | 408 |
| Space per Passenger | 72.2 GT | 70.8 GT |
| Length | 186 m | 198.6 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Silver Shadow vs MS Europa 2
Age
Silver Shadow was built in 2000, making it 1 year newer than MS Europa 2, which was built in 1999.
Size
At 28,890 GT, MS Europa 2 is approximately 3% larger by gross tonnage than Silver Shadow at 28,000 GT.
Passenger capacity
MS Europa 2 carries up to 408 passengers compared with 388 aboard Silver Shadow, a difference of 20 passengers.
Passenger space
Silver Shadow offers more space per passenger: 72.2 GT per guest, compared with 70.8 aboard MS Europa 2. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Silver Shadow (Canada & New England) and MS Europa 2 currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, MS Europa 2 has the lower average starting price per day at $1,320 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
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.
MS Europa 2
From the Acropolis to the Blue Mosque
- Departure Port
- Piraeus
- Region
- Cruise
- Nights
- 10
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 6, 2026Piraeus
- Day 2 · Sep 7, 2026Adamas
- Day 3 · Sep 8, 2026Syros
- Day 4 · Sep 9, 2026Mykonos
- Day 5 · Sep 10, 2026At Sea
- Day 6 · Sep 11, 2026Volos
- Day 7 · Sep 12, 2026Skiathos
- Day 8 · Sep 13, 2026Kavala
- Day 9 · Sep 14, 2026At Sea
- Day 10 · Sep 15, 2026Istanbul 1
- Day 11 · Sep 16, 2026At Sea
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Silver Shadow
October 24, 2026
14-Night Canada & New England Cruise
Departing from Montreal
From
$15,360
Price / day
$1,097
MS Europa 2
September 6, 2026
10-Night Cruise Cruise
Departing from Piraeus
From
$12,969
Price / day
$1,297
October 18, 2026
11-Night Cruise Cruise
Departing from Lisbon
From
$14,762
Price / day
$1,342
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Silver Shadow
Average
$1,518 / day
VS
MS Europa 2
Average
$1,320 / day
MS Europa 2 has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$1,320/day vs $1,518/day
About $198 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 Shadow if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the ship with the lower 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.
Choose MS Europa 2 if…
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- Departing from Piraeus and Lisbon 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 Shadow.
Silver Shadow vs MS Europa 2: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Silver Shadow
Built in 2000
1 year newer
Bigger
MS Europa 2
28,890 GT
3% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
MS Europa 2
$1,320 / day
About $198 less per day
- Silver Shadow is 1 year newer.
- MS Europa 2 is 3% larger by gross tonnage.
- MS Europa 2 carries 20 more passengers.
- Silver Shadow offers more space per passenger (72.2 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Silver Shadow or MS Europa 2?
Silver Shadow is newer. It was built in 2000, while MS Europa 2 was built in 1999, making Silver Shadow 1 year newer.
Which is bigger, Silver Shadow or MS Europa 2?
MS Europa 2 is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 28,890 GT compared with Silver Shadow at 28,000 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
MS Europa 2 has a passenger capacity of approximately 408, compared with 388 for Silver Shadow.
Which ship is more spacious, Silver Shadow or MS Europa 2?
Silver Shadow has the higher passenger space ratio at 72.2 GT per passenger, versus 70.8 for MS Europa 2. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Which ship is cheaper, Silver Shadow or MS Europa 2?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, MS Europa 2 has the lower average starting price per day at $1,320 per day versus $1,518 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Silver Shadow sail?
The upcoming Silver Shadow sailings currently listed cover Canada & New England, departing from Cape Liberty and Montreal.
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