September 13, 2026
13-Night Arctic & Greenland Cruise
Departing from Iqaluit
From
$11,445
Price / day
$880
Silver Wind|Silver Cloud
Silver Wind vs Silver Cloud
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Silver Wind
Silversea Cruises
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Newer Ship
Silver Wind
Built in 1995
1 year newer
Lower Price Per Day
Silver Cloud
$865 / day
$174 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Silver Cloud
57.2 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Silver Wind vs Silver Cloud: Quick Comparison
Silver Wind is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 1995, it is 1 year newer than Silver Cloud, which entered service in 1994. Silver Wind is approximately 2% larger by gross tonnage at 17,235 GT. Silver Wind also carries 18 more passengers. Silver Wind has upcoming sailings in Arctic & Greenland and Antarctica, while Silver Cloud has sailings in FRENCH POLYNESIA & PACIFIC. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Silver Cloud 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 Wind | Silver Cloud |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 1995Newer | 1994 |
| Gross Tonnage | 17,235 GT | 16,927 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 314 | 296 |
| Space per Passenger | 54.9 GT | 57.2 GT |
| Length | 155.75 m | 155.75 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Silver Wind vs Silver Cloud
Age
Silver Wind was built in 1995, making it 1 year newer than Silver Cloud, which was built in 1994.
Size
At 17,235 GT, Silver Wind is approximately 2% larger by gross tonnage than Silver Cloud at 16,927 GT.
Passenger capacity
Silver Wind carries up to 314 passengers compared with 296 aboard Silver Cloud, a difference of 18 passengers.
Passenger space
Silver Cloud offers more space per passenger: 57.2 GT per guest, compared with 54.9 aboard Silver Wind. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Silver Wind (Arctic & Greenland and Antarctica) and Silver Cloud (FRENCH POLYNESIA & PACIFIC) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Silver Cloud has the lower average starting price per day at $865 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
Silver Wind
Canadian Arctic: Exploring Baffin Island & Newfoundland
- Departure Port
- Iqaluit
- Region
- Arctic & Greenland
- Nights
- 13
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 13, 2026Iqaluit
- Day 2 · Sep 14, 2026Lady Franklin Island
- Day 3 · Sep 15, 2026Lower Savage Islands
- Day 4 · Sep 16, 2026Whale Island
- Day 5 · Sep 17, 2026Kangalaksiorvik Fjord
- Day 6 · Sep 18, 2026Nachvak Fjord
- Day 7 · Sep 19, 2026Saglek Bay
- Day 8 · Sep 20, 2026Hebron Fjord
- Day 9 · Sep 21, 2026Hopedale
- Day 10 · Sep 22, 2026Red Bay
- Day 11 · Sep 23, 2026Woody Point
- Day 12 · Sep 24, 2026At Sea
- Day 13 · Sep 25, 2026Yarmouth
- Day 14 · Sep 26, 2026Grand Manan
- Day 15 · Sep 27, 2026Boston Massachusetts
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Silver Cloud
South Pacific: Exploring Indonesia & Papua New Guinea
- Departure Port
- Darwin
- Region
- FRENCH POLYNESIA & PACIFIC
- Nights
- 23
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 6, 2026Darwin
- Day 2 · Sep 7, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 8, 2026Pulau Nai
- Day 4 · Sep 9, 2026Kokas
- Day 5 · Sep 10, 2026Misool Island
- Day 6 · Sep 11, 2026Sanwinggrai
- Day 7 · Sep 12, 2026Pulau Num
- Day 8 · Sep 13, 2026Pulau Swande
- Day 9 · Sep 14, 2026Kwatisore
- Day 10 · Sep 15, 2026Aisandami Village
- Day 11 · Sep 16, 2026Tanjung Mannguar
- Day 12 · Sep 17, 2026Pulau Rouw
- Day 13 · Sep 18, 2026Maransabadi Island
- Day 14 · Sep 19, 2026At Sea
- Day 15 · Sep 20, 2026Vanimo
- Day 16 · Sep 21, 2026Ali Island
- Day 17 · Sep 22, 2026Madang
- Day 18 · Sep 23, 2026Garove Island
- Day 19 · Sep 24, 2026Rabaul
- Day 20 · Sep 25, 2026At Sea
- Day 21 · Sep 26, 2026Kennedy Island
- Day 22 · Sep 27, 2026Kolo Hite Island
- Day 23 · Sep 28, 2026Santa Ana
- Day 24 · Sep 29, 2026At Sea
- Day 25 · Sep 30, 2026Ambrym Island
- Day 26 · Oct 1, 2026At Sea
- Day 27 · Oct 2, 2026Lautoka
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Silver Wind
October 20, 2026
9-Night Antarctica Cruise
Departing from Puerto Williams
From
$10,780
Price / day
$1,198
Silver Cloud
September 6, 2026
23-Night FRENCH POLYNESIA & PACIFIC Cruise
Departing from Darwin
From
$21,870
Price / day
$951
October 12, 2026
23-Night FRENCH POLYNESIA & PACIFIC Cruise
Departing from Papeete
From
$17,920
Price / day
$779
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Silver Wind
Average
$1,039 / day
VS
Silver Cloud
Average
$865 / day
Silver Cloud has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$865/day vs $1,039/day
About $174 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 Wind if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Arctic & Greenland and Antarctica.
- Departing from Iqaluit and Puerto Williams works for your plans.
Choose Silver Cloud if…
- 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 FRENCH POLYNESIA & PACIFIC.
- Departing from Darwin and Papeete 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 Wind.
Silver Wind vs Silver Cloud: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Silver Wind
Built in 1995
1 year newer
Bigger
Silver Wind
17,235 GT
2% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Silver Cloud
$865 / day
About $174 less per day
- Silver Wind is 1 year newer.
- Silver Wind is 2% larger by gross tonnage.
- Silver Wind carries 18 more passengers.
- Silver Cloud offers more space per passenger (57.2 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Silver Wind or Silver Cloud?
Silver Wind is newer. It was built in 1995, while Silver Cloud was built in 1994, making Silver Wind 1 year newer.
Which is bigger, Silver Wind or Silver Cloud?
Silver Wind is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 17,235 GT compared with Silver Cloud at 16,927 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Silver Wind has a passenger capacity of approximately 314, compared with 296 for Silver Cloud.
Which ship is more spacious, Silver Wind or Silver Cloud?
Silver Cloud has the higher passenger space ratio at 57.2 GT per passenger, versus 54.9 for Silver Wind. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Which ship is cheaper, Silver Wind or Silver Cloud?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Silver Cloud has the lower average starting price per day at $865 per day versus $1,039 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Silver Wind sail?
The upcoming Silver Wind sailings currently listed cover Arctic & Greenland and Antarctica, departing from Iqaluit and Puerto Williams.
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