Silversea was founded and run by one family - the Lefebvres of Rome, who pioneered the all-inclusive ultra-luxury cruise concept. This meant the true Italian passion for embracing the best of life and a personal commitment to maintain the high standards of cruise excellence that has been the cornerstone of Silversea ever since. Silversea has recently partnered with Royal Caribbean Cruises bringing together two companies with bold, long-term visions for the luxury cruise industry.
The cruise line was born of a vision to create a whole new category of ultra-luxury cruising: smaller ships with an unmatched, all-inclusive lifestyle and the ability to slip into smaller, more exotic ports worldwide.
In 2008 the company introduced Silversea Expeditions and Silver Explorer, a purpose-built expedition ship that combines adventure cruising with Silversea’s signature lifestyle. After an extensive refurbishment, Silversea’s matriarch ship Silver Cloud became an ice-strengthened expedition ship in 2017.
Today Silversea operates a fleet of ten ships and a cruise programme that encompasses all seven continents and over 900 destinations. With a capacity of just 100 to 608 guests, Silversea ships are small in comparison to mass-market vessels, yet inordinately spacious in feel and appearance thanks to their unexcelled space ratios. Exceptional service is also a distinction. All accommodations are spacious, ocean-view suites with butler service and most include private verandas.
With its Italian heritage and elegant European ambience, Silversea’s all inclusive cruises attract a sophisticated audience of worldly travellers.
Reasons to book
Infinite Possibilities
Silversea voyages and cruise expeditions sail to over 900 destinations on all seven continents, more than any other cruise line — large or small. Their itineraries include many ports with late-night and overnight departures providing you with more time to experience the local colours and cultures. For those who want to explore beyond the shore, an extensive collection of land adventures offer a convenient, seamless way to extend your travels.
All-Inclusive, Nothing Extra
Enjoy the ease, convenience and value of an all-inclusive cruise fare that includes almost all of your discretionary onboard expenses such as gratuities, room service, and both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages – those extra charges that can add up to so much more.
Global Flavours for Wordly Travellers
Renowned for culinary excellence and innovative spirit, Silversea’s luxury cruises offer a choice of open-seating dining options throughout the fleet, as well as several specialty venues aboard all non-expedition ships. In fact Silver Muse has eight restaurants to choose from; more dining options than any other ultra-luxury ship at sea. Daily changing menus present a wide range of offerings including Continental, vegetarian and CuislineLite™ selections, as well as regional specialities unique to the destination.
Your Suite is Your Sanctuary
Silversea’s suites offer one of the highest space-per-guest ratios of any luxury cruise accommodations. All of their suites feature ocean views, and many with a private teak veranda. That’s why every Silversea suite is indulgently spacious, and beautifully furnished. Freshen up in your Italian marble bathroom with a choice of luxury amenities to suit your personal taste.
Members Club
Venetian Society
A special circle of friends. Exclusive privileges and prestigious cruise rewards. When you complete your first Silversea voyage, you become part of an exclusive circle of friends — the Venetian Society. Membership in Silversea's cruise loyalty programme is an open door to a world of exclusivity, an extraordinary fellowship of international travellers who enjoy the Silversea lifestyle while exploring the world in luxurious fashion and receiving members-only benefits and cruise rewards.
Membership Privileges and Milestone Rewards
The Venetian Society is an Onboard recognition and private parties extended club of family and friends revered the world over, with membership privileges and milestone rewards gained on every sailing. This could include onboard recognition and invitations to private events, ship visitation privileges and an additional 5% off on select sailings. Look for the Venetian Society icon when choosing your next voyage. Also, join the annual Venetian Society Voyage and enjoy special events and activities exclusively designed for our dearest members only.
The more you sail, the more you receive:
- All Venetian Society Members: 5% savings on selected future sailings. Find out more here.
- 100 VS days or more: 5% savings on all future sailings
- 250 VS days or more: 10% savings on all future sailings
- 350 VS days: complimentary 7-day voyage
- 500 VS days: complimentary 14-day voyage
- After 500 VS days, complimentary 7-day voyage for each 150 days sailed
All of the above milestones include complimentary laundry service (excludes dry cleaning and "press only").
Please note that Port-to-Port All-Inclusive fares are excluded from the Venetian Society milestone rewards above. For more details please refer to the Terms and Conditions page.
Venetian Society Reunion Cruises
Exclusive voyages where members will have the opportunity to meet up with past like-minded guests, attend unique one-of-a-kind events and receptions and experience few surprises along the way. View Voyages.
Exclusive Referral Promotion for our Venetian Society Members.
Sail With Us. For you, for friends, for travellers.
For a limited time, when you refer a friend who has never sailed with Silversea, and they book a new voyage, you BOTH enjoy special savings. Click here to learn more.