Belfast is the largest city in Northern Ireland, situated at the mouth of the River Lagan and is surrounded by mountains. Belfast had been and remains the industrial and financial center of Northern Ireland, with a high level in fields such as the arts, higher education and business. It is a green city with many Parks and Gardens. Don't miss the top city's attraction, the Belfast Zoo, with animals in danger in their natural environment.
Bruges is the capital of the Flemish area in Belgium. Due to the physical connection to the sea, became a commercial center for European trade on early medieval times and the harbor was filled with goods, even from the Mediterranean countries. Bruges became soon a very wealthy city and a global banking market in those years. At the Historical Center, which is a World Cultural Heritage of Unesco, visitors will see majestic temples of 15th and 16th centuries, mainly of Gothic style. In the main square of Bruges, the Markt, which is filled with quaint cafes and restaurants,dominate two main attractions, the Old Government House and the Steeple-Castle of Belfort.
Cardiff is Wales' capital city since 1955 and it is one of the largest cities in the United Kingdom. It is considered a wondrous commercial centre as there are major tourist attractions in the city, such as the Cardiff Castle, the Cardiff Bay and the Millenium Stadium. Recently, National Geographic ranked Cardiff sixth among other alternative tourist destinations. The transport of coal, in the 19th century, via the city's port contributed significantly to the spectacular growth of the city.
Cardiff offers a wide range of thrilling attractions, entertainment as well as shopping for the whole family. The innovative and sensational architecture of the buildings and the Cardiff Bay give a romantic touch to this ancient city. Some of the most significant landmarks are the Cardiff Castle that is located on the city centre, the Millenium Stadium that hosts so sports as musical events, the National History Museum and the Castell Coch, also known as the Red Castle. Cardiff University founded in 1883 is also regarded as one of the best universities in the United Kingdom.
Copenhagen, the largest city in Scandinavia, is home to the oldest kingdom in the world. Since the bronze life-size statue of the "Little Horn" of Hans Christian Andersen, Town Hall Square and the Castle of Kristianmporgk, Copenhagen has cultural and historical wealth and is a wonderful city for walking . Tour the shopping center or enjoy the lush gardens of Tivoli and entertainment venues in the surrounding area. Visit the port Nichavn and relax in an outdoor cafe or wander boat canals of Copenhagen.
Dublin is the capital of Ireland and has great cultural tradition. Many great writers come from here. In Dublin there are many museums, theaters and nightclubs, with traditional Irish music.The city has also many green areas, like the Phoenix Park, the largest in town. Other attractions include the imposing castle of Dublin, the library and art gallery Chester Beatty and the medieval district.
Falmouth is a town and port in Cornwall in the United Kingdom. It is a commercial port that transfers cargoes and it is also popular to cruise lines. As the largest port in the area, Falmouth is a tourist destination of great popularity to those that desire to swim to its clean beaches. The Pendennis Castle, the National Maritime Museum Cornwall as well as the Falmouth Art Gallery are some of the landmarks in Falmouth.
Fishguard consists of two little towns: the one high above the cliffs has the pubs and shops; the older lower town is clustered around the quayside and was famously featured in the films Moby Dick, and Under Milk Wood.
Gothenburg is a city and municipality in the western coast of Sweden. Due to the naturally advantageous location of Gothenburg has the largest and most important port facility in Scandinavia. Gothenburg has a wide selection of cultural institutions, including theaters and museums. The Gothenburg Botanical Garden is considered one of the remarkable botanical gardens in Europe.
Douglas is the capital town of the Isle of Man, situated in the British Isles. The estuary of the River Douglas covers the commercial port of the town, while the Douglas Bay offers superb view to visitors. The best places to visit considered to be some of the following:
i) the Tower of Refuge, a small castle built in Douglas Bay as a haven to shipwrecked sailors,
ii) the Peel Castle, located on St. Patrick's Isle,
iii) the Manx Museum, that also contains the National Art Collection,
iv) the Jubilee clock, built in 1887.
Douglas also hosts the annual Isle of Man TT motorcycle races.
Liverpool is a city and metropolitan borough of Merseyside, England, United Kingdom along the eastern side of the Mersey Estuary. It is the fourth most populous British city, and third most populous in England, with a 2011 population of 466,400 and is at the centre of a wider urban area, the Liverpool City Region, which has a population of around 2 million people.Liverpool is noted for its rich architectural heritage and is home to many buildings regarded as amongst the greatest examples of their respective styles in the world. Liverpool is also well known for its strong sporting identity. The city is home of two Premier League football clubs, Liverpool F.C. and Everton F.C.
Portland is a part of Dorset like no other! Wild, natural and ruggedly beautiful!
This unique island marks the southernmost point on the Jurassic Coast and is joined to the mainland by Chesil Beach. Its isolated location, quaint villages and rocky, coastal scenery give the island its own special atmosphere, perfect for exploring.
Steeped in maritime history and heritage, there are museums, castles and not one but three lighthouses to explore, not to mention the folklore and tales of pirates and smugglers to discover.
Portland’s unique geology and position makes it home to an extraordinarily rich variety of birds, animals and plant life.
All over the Isle you'll find great little cafes, restaurants and pubs.
Rouen is located in northwestern France on the Seine River and is the regional capital of Upper Normandy. The medieval city center is filled with tall spiers and half-timbered houses. Major attractions in addition to the city's cathedral, where is one of the tombs of England's King Richard the Lionheart, where his heart is, is also the church of Joan of Arc, as well as the Museum of Fine art and maritime history.
Rotterdam is the second largest city in the Netherlands and lies on a strategic position at the Rhine-Meuse-Scheldt delta. Rotterdam is one of the largest and busiest ports in the world. The city is renowned for its architecture and modern buildings of twentieth century. Many museums, nightlife and summer festivals, will fascinate every visitor.
St Helier is one of the twelve parishes of Jersey, the largest of the Channel Islands in the English Channel.The town lies along St. Aubin’s Bay opposite a tidal island known as L’Islet (accessible by causeway at low tide), on the south side of Jersey Island. The town is named for St. Helier, a Frankish missionary who was reputedly martyred there in 555.
| Day | City/Port | Arrival | Departure |
| 1 | Belfast (Northern Ireland), United Kingdom | ------ | 21:00 |
| 2 | Douglas, Isle of Man, United Kingdom | 08:00 | 19:00 |
| 3 | Dublin, Ireland | 08:00 | 21:00 |
| 4 | Liverpool, United Kingdom | 08:00 | 19:00 |
| 5 | Fishguard, Wales | 08:00 | 19:00 |
| 6 | Cardiff, Wales, UK | 07:00 | 21:00 |
| 7 | Cruising | 00:00 | 00:00 |
| 8 | Saint Helier (Jersey), Channel Islands | 08:00 | 19:00 |
| 9 | Falmouth, Cornwall, USA | 08:00 | 19:00 |
| 10 | Portland, England | 08:00 | 18:00 |
| 11 | Rouen, France | 11:00 | 00:00 |
| 12 | Rouen, France | 00:00 | 13:00 |
| 13 | Brussels (Zeebrugge) | 08:00 | 19:00 |
| 14 | Rotterdam, The Nerthelands | 08:00 | 19:00 |
| 15 | Cruising | 00:00 | 00:00 |
| 16 | Gothenburg | 08:00 | ------ |
| 17 | Copenhagen, Denmark | 07:00 | 00:00 |
Silver Shadow and her sister ship Silver Whisper – are built with proportions slightly larger in size than the two earlier ships, yet retain the same level of genuine hospitality. Third in the Silversea fleet, the Silver Shadow luxury cruise ship introduced guests to the next generation of Silversea cruising while maintaining Silversea’s award-winning, all-suite luxury and trademark intimate ambience.
Ship's Specifications
Our cruisers’ favourite ship! Silver Shadow has one of the highest space-to-guest ratios at sea making her a firm favourite in the Silversea fleet. With just 388 guests, sailing aboard Silver Shadow is one of the most intimate Silversea experiences there is.
| Crew | 302 |
| Guests | 382 |
| Tonnage | 28,258 |
| Length | 610 feet / 186 metres |
| Width | 81.8 feet / 24.9 metres |
| Speed | 18.5 knots |
| Passenger Decks | 7 |
| Built | 2019 |
Let us take you on a personal journey of discovery. Amid the tranquillity of the sea and the exuberance of distant lands, we will arouse your curiosity and seduce your senses. We will stimulate your imagination and spark new insights. Our aim is to create experiences that will enrich your life for years to come. From the moment you step onboard to the time you say "Arrivederci", our Italian sense of style will shine. The ebullience of our hospitality, the genuine warmth of our service and our evident appreciation of the finer things in life are genial qualities of our founders and owners. They are the principles on which Silversea were founded.
Small is beautiful and bountiful. With fewer guests and a high staff to guest ratio, we can tailor our unobtrusive service to individual needs. And you can join a select on board community of travellers with similar aspirations. The intimate ambience on our shιps has parallels with the atmosphere of a refined club. We are happy to sail against the tide. While most cruise lines build larger and ever-larger ships, we prefer to stay small. In this way we can preserve the special Silversea experience our guests have come to expect ... the intimate ambience, personal service and access to more intriguing secluded ports.
SMALLER GETS YOU CLOSER
Our small ships are agile enough to visit more remote, lesser-known ports and to bring you closer to some of the world's greatest destinations. They can sail up narrow waterways into the heart of a city, they can navigate around tiny islands and they can tie up right at the dock while others must anchor offshore. In the world of upscale cruising, less is more... considerably more, as our seven small ships offer infinite opportunities across all seven continents.
SILVERSEA CLASSIC FLEET
Silver Cloud - 296 Guests Resembling a private yacht, Silver Cloud sets the standard of excellence as the inaugural ship. Recently refurbished in 2012, she provides the most intimate sailing experiences, the luxury of space and the ability to slip into exotic ports off the beaten path.
Silvel Wind - 296 Guests Embraces Silversea's most lauded features ... fewer guests, more space and highly personalised service. One of the most intimate ships, afloat, she is still large enough to offer multiple entertainment venues, plenty of room on deck and a spacious spa.
Silver Shadow - 382 Guests takes award-winning, all-suite luxury to the next level while maintaining Silversea's genuine hospitality and intimate, elegant ambience. This ship features one of the highest space-to-guest ratios in cruising.
Silver Whisper - 382 Guests Maintaining an intimate ambience offers many amenities usually found only on larger ships. She reinforces Silversea's reputation for combining small-ship service with a choice of wide-ranging facilities.
Silver Spirit - 540 Guests combines our distinctive luxuries and celebrated lifestyle with new enhancements, including six dining venues, an expansive 8,300 square foot spa, a resort-style pool, four whirlpools, and the largest suites in the Silversea fleet - 95% with private verandas.
SILVERSEA EXPEDITION FLEET
Silver Explorer - 132 Guests Designed for navigating waters in some of the world's most remote destinations, including both polar regions, our purpose-built expedition ship can push through ice floes with ease. She offers a level of luxury and service unmatched in expeditiong cruising.
NEW Silver Galapagos - 100 Guests With a proven skill for navigating the waterways throughout the Galapagos Islands, the newest addition to our fleet is naturally suited for in-depth explorations of this spectacular region. Rest assured, she offers Silversea's intimacy and elefgant sophistication.
