September 13, 2026
13-Night Arctic & Greenland Cruise
Departing from Iqaluit
From
$11,445
Price / day
$880
Silver Wind|Silver Shadow
Silver Wind vs Silver Shadow
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Silver Wind
Silversea Cruises
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Newer Ship
Silver Shadow
Built in 2000
5 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Silver Wind
$1,039 / day
$479 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Silver Shadow
72.2 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Silver Wind vs Silver Shadow: Quick Comparison
Silver Shadow is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2000, it is 5 years newer than Silver Wind, which entered service in 1995. Silver Shadow is approximately 62% larger by gross tonnage at 28,000 GT. Silver Shadow also carries 74 more passengers. Silver Wind has upcoming sailings in Arctic & Greenland and Antarctica, while Silver Shadow has sailings in Canada & New England. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Silver Wind 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 Shadow |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 1995 | 2000Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 17,235 GT | 28,000 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 314 | 388 |
| Space per Passenger | 54.9 GT | 72.2 GT |
| Length | 155.75 m | 186 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Silver Wind vs Silver Shadow
Age
Silver Shadow was built in 2000, making it 5 years newer than Silver Wind, which was built in 1995.
Size
At 28,000 GT, Silver Shadow is approximately 62% larger by gross tonnage than Silver Wind at 17,235 GT.
Passenger capacity
Silver Shadow carries up to 388 passengers compared with 314 aboard Silver Wind, a difference of 74 passengers.
Passenger space
Silver Shadow offers more space per passenger: 72.2 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 Shadow (Canada & New England) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Silver Wind has the lower average starting price per day at $1,039 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 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 Wind
October 20, 2026
9-Night Antarctica Cruise
Departing from Puerto Williams
From
$10,780
Price / day
$1,198
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 Wind
Average
$1,039 / day
VS
Silver Shadow
Average
$1,518 / day
Silver Wind has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$1,039/day vs $1,518/day
About $479 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 ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Arctic & Greenland and Antarctica.
- Departing from Iqaluit and Puerto Williams 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.
Choose Silver Shadow 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 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.
Silver Wind vs Silver Shadow: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Silver Shadow
Built in 2000
5 years newer
Bigger
Silver Shadow
28,000 GT
62% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Silver Wind
$1,039 / day
About $479 less per day
- Silver Shadow is 5 years newer.
- Silver Shadow is 62% larger by gross tonnage.
- Silver Shadow carries 74 more passengers.
- Silver Shadow offers more space per passenger (72.2 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Silver Wind or Silver Shadow?
Silver Shadow is newer. It was built in 2000, while Silver Wind was built in 1995, making Silver Shadow 5 years newer.
Which is bigger, Silver Wind or Silver Shadow?
Silver Shadow is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 28,000 GT compared with Silver Wind at 17,235 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Silver Shadow has a passenger capacity of approximately 388, compared with 314 for Silver Wind.
Which ship is more spacious, Silver Wind or Silver Shadow?
Silver Shadow has the higher passenger space ratio at 72.2 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 Shadow?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Silver Wind has the lower average starting price per day at $1,039 per day versus $1,518 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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