Two Silversea Cruises ships, head to head — specs, amenities, and what each one is genuinely better at.
Silver Dawn (2021) is the newer ship by 20 years versus Silver Whisper (2001). Silver Dawn is the larger hull at 40,700 GT (~44% bigger). Silver Whisper sails with fewer guests at double occupancy (388 vs 596).
| Spec | Silver Dawn | Silver Whisper |
|---|---|---|
| Year built | 2021 | 2001 |
| Tonnage | 40,700 GT | 28,258 GT |
| Guests (double occupancy) | 596 | 388 |
| Guests (max) | 596 | 392 |
Trophy marks the ship that wins each row. Smaller capacity = more space per guest.
Silver Dawn has one thing the other doesn't: Accessible pool lift.
Distinct ports each ship visits in the next 12 months.
No ports in common in the next 12 months.
None unique — everywhere this ship goes, the other does too.
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