With the Silver Ray's from Lisbon on April 15, Silversea began its biggest Mediterranean season to date. Five Silversea ships will sail on 71 voyages throughout the region before the end of 2025, taking guests to 95 destinations. For the first time in its history, Silversea will operate in the Mediterranean during the winter season, with the Silver Muse remaining in the region until November 2026.
“With its renowned diversity of iconic cultural experiences, captivating history, and beautiful architecture, the Mediterranean is one of the richest cruising regions in the world. Our guests’ continued interest in its allure has inspired our most ambitious deployment to date for summer 2025,” said Bert Hernandez, President of Silversea. “With five ships of varying classes, Silversea’s range of travel options in the Mediterranean is truly unique and perfectly caters to our guests’ preferred experiences.”.
The Silver Ray, Silver Dawn, Silver Muse, Silver Spirit , and Silver Whisper will connect travelers with the most authentic Mediterranean experiences from April 2025 to November 2026. In addition to visiting the region's most iconic cities, featured destinations will include locations inaccessible to larger ships, such as Saint Tropez, Seville, Sète, Monopoli, and Menton, among others.
Examples of trips around the Mediterranean in 2025/2026 include:
- SILVER MUSE – ATHENS (PIRAEUS) TO ATHENS (PIRAEUS) – October 17-25, 2025
The Silver Muse will explore the highlights of the Greek islands on an eight-day cruise from Athens (Piraeus) with stops in Monemvasia (Laconia); Katakolon (Olympia); Souda Bay (Crete) with an overnight stay; Santorini; Marmaris, Turkey; and Patmos. Guests will connect with Greek culture at the archaeological site of Mystras in Monemvasia, visit the birthplace of the Olympic Games in Olympia, and sample local wines at wineries in Souda Bay and Santorini.
- SILVER RAY – MONTECARLO TO CIVITAVECCHIA (ROME) – October 31 to November 7, 2025
Silversea's newest ship, the Silver Ray, will depart from Monte Carlo for a seven-day exploration of the Western Mediterranean, with stops in Toulon, Genoa, Livorno (Tuscany), Porto Santo Stefano, and an overnight stay in Naples, before arriving in Civitavecchia on November 7. In Livorno (Tuscany), Silversea guests will experience the medieval beauty and legacy of Castagneto Carducci Castle on an exclusive tour. From Naples, they can discover the famous archaeological site of Pompeii, considered one of the finest examples of an ancient Roman city.
- SILVER DAWN – LISBON TO LISBON – November 26 to December 8, 2025
Setting sail on a round trip from Lisbon on November 26, guests aboard the Silver Dawn will explore the best of the Atlantic islands, from Madeira to the Canary Islands, and then discover destinations in Spain, Gibraltar, and mainland Portugal. Ports of call will include Funchal (Madeira); Santa Cruz de Tenerife; Las Palmas; Arrecife (Canary Islands); Cádiz (Spain), with an overnight stay; and Gibraltar. In Funchal, golf enthusiasts can play at Palheiro, considered one of the most beautiful golf courses in the world. Other experiences offered include exploring the Laurisilva Forest (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) by 4x4, a food tour, and a cable car ride to the picturesque Monte.
To further enrich the experience, Silversea's innovative culinary program, SALT (Sea and Land Taste), will offer the most authentic gastronomic experiences in destinations such as Livorno (Tuscany), Cádiz, and Marseille (Provence), among others. Some highlights include:
- LIVORNO (TUSCANY), ITALY – Wine and food pairing with a natural wine expert during an exclusive luncheon hosted by Emiko Davies
Guests will enjoy a special day in the enchanting countryside of San Miniato, visiting the 14th-century biodynamic winery, Fattoria Collebrunacchi, where they will taste organic and biodynamic wines. During an exclusive lunch prepared by award-winning cookbook author Emiko Davies at Enoteca Marilu, they will learn about wine and food pairings with her husband, wine expert Marco Lami.
- CADIZ, SPAIN – Tasting of rare barrels and gourmet lunch at an eight-generation family winery
Sanlúcar de Barrameda is a picturesque coastal town in southwest Spain with a rich cultural and culinary heritage. Its high-quality seafood is renowned throughout the country. Inland, vineyards of Palomino grapes produce exceptional sherry. This experience celebrates the sun, salt, wind, and earth, inviting guests of the SALT program to a unique barrel tasting and a multi-course gourmet lunch at the spectacular 18th-century Bodega Hidalgo, managed by the eighth generation of the family.
- MARSEILLE (PROVENCE), FRANCE – Seasonal multi-course lunch at chef Paul's Provençal farmhouse
Guests can join Chef Paul Griffon, co-owner of one of Marseille's most popular bistros, for a seasonal lunch at the family's 17th-century estate, surrounded by centuries-old olive trees in the Provençal countryside. They will discover the essence and flavors of Provençal cuisine, featuring ingredients straight from the family garden, extra virgin olive oil, and local honey. They will learn the cornerstones of the region's cooking from Chef Paul, from classics like anchovies and fennel to ratatouille and almond croquant. Paul worked for three years in a Michelin-starred restaurant.
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