Silversea Cruises is returning to Asia with four ships – the Silver Shadow, the Silver Whisper, the Silver Spirit and the Silver Muse – scheduled to sail the region between December 2022 and May 2023.
The Silver Muse, with a capacity for 596 guests, will become the first Silversea ship to sail to Asia since March 2020 when it departs from Singapore on December 2, 2022. Highlights of Silversea's season will include stops in Sri Lanka, Hong Kong, and Vietnam, among others, combining in-depth exploration of both iconic cities and less-visited destinations.
“We are delighted to confirm our return to Asia from December 2022, offering guests the luxury of choosing from four ships sailing in the region,” says Barbara Muckermann, Chief Commercial Officer of Silversea Cruises. “Asia has long been an important sailing region for Silversea, and our guests are eager to return to this enriching and rewarding continent with us. Our upcoming season in Asia represents one of the final pillars of our global return to service and includes calls at destinations in Sri Lanka, Hong Kong, and Vietnam, among others, with convenient departures, many overnight stops, and late departures that maximize guests’ opportunities to experience the soul of each destination.”.
Guests will immerse themselves in the diverse cultures and landscapes of Asia, discovering the continent's most enriching experiences and engaging with local communities, all while enjoying the finest service at sea aboard Silversea's ultra-luxury ships, among the most intimate yet spacious sailing vessels in the region. Silversea's upcoming Asia season, comprising 25 voyages of 10 to 20 days, includes the following featured itineraries:
- From Mumbai to Singapore – Silver Spirit: Guests traveling aboard the Silver Spirit will enjoy insights from renowned travel writer Paul Theroux, who will accompany travelers from Mumbai to Singapore. From Mumbai, travelers will immerse themselves in India's rich culture in Cochin, before traveling to Colombo, Sri Lanka, for an overnight stop, Trincomalee, Phuket, Thailand, Port Klang (Kuala Lumpur), Malaysia, and Malacca, arriving in Singapore on January 4 for another overnight stop.
- HONG KONG to SINGAPORE – Silver Spirit After spending time in iconic Hong Kong, guests will embark on the Silver Spirit for Vietnam, with overnight stops in Ha Long Bay, two nights in Da Nang and Ho Chi Minh City, before arriving in Singapore. Over the course of 10 days, the ship will offer travelers unforgettable experiences, including a trip to the ancient city of Hoi An, a tour of the Mekong Delta, a descent into the Cu Chi Tunnels, and an optional land program to Angkor Wat in Cambodia, among others.
- HONG KONG to HONG KONG – Silver Spirit The Silver Spirit will wind its way through the labyrinthine islands of the Philippines before setting sail for Vietnam. Over 14 days, guests will have the opportunity to explore Vigan (Salomague Port), Manila with an overnight stop, Romblon Island, Coron (Palawan), Chan May (Hue/Da Nang), Da Nang, and Ha Long Bay with an overnight stay.
- SINGAPORE to MUMBAI – Silver Spirit. Aboard the Silver Spirit, travel deep into Singapore, Thailand, India, and Sri Lanka, with overnight stops in Chennai, Colombo, and Mumbai, offering the opportunity to spend more time in iconic cities. Destinations include Phuket, Chennai, Trincomalee, Colombo, Cochin, New Mangalore, Mormugao (Goa), and Mumbai.
Silversea's all-inclusive door-to-port offering is among the most comprehensive at sea, encompassing private airport transfers, international flights or upgrades , domestic flights when required, pre- and post-cruise hotel accommodations when required, transfers and baggage handling, as well as all shore excursions. Aboard Silversea's ultra-luxury ships, guests enjoy multiple restaurants serving diverse cuisine and 24-hour in-room dining, including caviar; premium beverages in their rooms and throughout the ship; butler service and onboard gratuities; and unlimited Wi-Fi.
