Silversea Unveils Details of Cruises and Expeditions Planned for 2017

Silversea Cruises has launched its new 2017 Voyages and Expeditions digital brochure showcasing a program of over 260 itineraries, exploring seven continents and more than 800 destinations aboard its fleet of nine ocean and expedition ships.

"Whether you're looking for a relaxing voyage to picturesque shores or an exhilarating adventure in exotic lands, our new brochure presents a remarkable range of inspired itineraries and enriching programs that will help you create the perfect luxury vacation experience," said Karen Christensen, Silversea’s General Manager & Director Sales / Marketing, Australasia.

Silversea Ocean Voyages 2017 a Few Highlights

Silver Muse

Launching in April 2017, Silver Muse has room for just 596 guests. During her inaugural year, she will visit 34 countries and over 130 ports, offering the chance to visit a remarkable 52 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, from ancient Greek temples through to historic Caribbean fortresses.

World Cruise 2017

Departing 6 January 2017, Silver Whisper's 116-day World Cruise will sail from San Francisco Bay for the idyllic isles of Hawaii and cross the international date line to the South Pacific, New Zealand, and Australia. Then, weaving her way through such tropical wonderlands as Bali and Sandakan, she will arrive at the shores of vibrant Shanghai, Hong Kong, and Singapore, before setting a course for the ancient temples of India, the Middle East's enchanting desert dunes, and the storied capitals of the Mediterranean.

Grand Voyages 2017

Guests of Silversea may discover the dramatic diversity of South America while sailing round trip from Fort Lauderdale aboard one of two bespoke voyages: a 63-day Silver Spirit cruise departing on 16 January 2017, and a 66-day cruise aboard the line's newest ship, Silver Muse, departing on 13 October 2017.

Monte Carlo Grand Prix

Silver Spirit will overnight in Monte Carlo on 27 May 2017, during the city's famous Grand Prix Formula One racing event.

Festa del Redentore

Silver Spirit will overnight in Venice on 15 and 16 July, during the celebrations of the Festa del Redentore, offering guests the opportunity to experience the city's amazing display of fireworks and other festivities.

Cruise Days - Hamburg

Two Silver Wind voyages in September will overnight in Hamburg during the historic port's annual Cruise Days event, when the city welcomes the world of cruises with special attractions and entertainment.

Thames River & Corinth Canal

Unique small ship privileges are highlighted on nine cruises when Silver Cloud and Silver Wind sail the Thames River to dock near (or depart from) Tower Bridge in the heart of historic London, and on three voyages when Silver Cloud and Silver Wind transit the Mediterranean's narrow Corinth Canal, journeys most cruise ships are too large to navigate.

Alaska

Silver Shadow returns to explore the majestic natural wonders of Alaska on 16 seven-day voyages between Seward and Vancouver.

Silversea Expeditions 2017 a Few Highlights

Silver Cloud

Silversea's luxury expedition fleet will expand to four ships in November 2017 when Silver Cloud joins Silver Explorer, Silver Discoverer, and Silver Galapagos.

Fresh from an extensive refurbishment and conversion to an ice-class expedition ship, Silver Cloud launches a series of Antarctica voyages in November and December, featuring itineraries from 10 to 19 days, and sailing mostly round trip from Ushuaia.

Bangladesh

Silver Discoverer's new 16-day, Colombo-to-Kolkata cruise departs 11 February 2017 to explore the Andaman Islands and make the first-ever cruise ship visit to Bangladesh, with explorations of Chittagong, Maheshkhali Island, and the Sundarbans, one of the world's largest mangrove forests and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Torngat Mountains National Park

A rare visit to Canada's remote Torngat Mountains National Park, renowned for its spectacular natural scenery, highlights a 31 August 2017 Silver Explorer expedition focused on Greenland and the Canadian Arctic, sailing 15 days from Kangerlussuaq to St. John's.

Galápagos Islands

The expert guides of Silver Galapagos will continue to share their passion for these pristine and biologically diverse islands on two alternating seven-day itineraries exploring the north central and western isles.

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