Silversea Cruises has smashed all its bookings records with the arts-inspired 2023 World Cruise on Silver Shadow selling out on the first day.
Over the course of 139 days, the voyage, entitled South Side Story – All the World’s a Stage, will sail from the South Seas to the Amazon Rainforest and beyond for the very first time, visiting 66 destinations in 34 countries across five continents.
“The most successful World Cruise launch in the history of our cruise line, this triumph pays testament to the strong demand we are seeing in the market, particularly from affluent, sophisticated travellers,” said says Roberto Martinoli, Silversea’s President and CEO
The price of a full-cruise ticket ranges from $74,000 to a staggering $278,000 per guest, based on double occupancy.
Exclusive World Cruise events will open the doors to the sights, tastes and rhythms of local life, and shine a light on regional music, art, theatre, and dance traditions with authentic performances. Recently previewed through Silversea’s largest-ever creative production, this exceptional world journey will provide an epic stage for discovery, with each guest enjoying the role of both spectator and storyteller.
Silver Shadow will depart Sydney on 10 January and arrive in Fort Lauderdale on 28 May having visited an extraordinary mix of destinations, from the remote wonders of Papua New Guinea, Mauritius, Réunion Island, and Cape Verde to iconic regions and cities including 10 days spent exploring Tasmania and New Zealand, three days in Myanmar, and a full week in South Africa.
In another first for Silversea, each guest will enjoy a seamless World Cruise journey that starts and ends at their doorstep, with private executive transfers to and from their local airport.
Cruise Highlights
MYSTICAL LANDS AND NATURAL TREASURES IN AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND
Tracing a southward and then easterly route from Sydney to Auckland, this 10-day exploration of the natural history of Tasmania and New Zealand is a first on a Silversea World Cruise. Stops in Hobart, Dunedin, Akaroa, Picton, Wellington, Napier and Tauranga are complemented by a cruise through the stunning Milford Sound.
MYTHS AND RITUALS IN MELANESIA
The itinerary continues from Auckland through the Bay of Islands to explore a string of island gems in Melanesia, Micronesia and the Philippines, before arriving in Manila. Through specially designed World Cruise events, guests will gain insight on the life and traditions of these remote island communities.
MODERN CITIES AND ANCIENT TRADITIONS OF SOUTHEAST ASIA
From Manila, Silver Shadow will set a winding course through the South China Sea in search of new adventures and exotic cultures en route to Singapore. Along the way, intriguing places like Hong Kong, Ha Long Bay, Ho Chi Minh City, and Bangkok will be showcased with overnight or multi-night stays.
A WEALTH OF CIVILISATIONS IN MYANMAR AND THE INDIAN OCEAN
From Singapore for Mahé, a trove of storied lands will welcome guests along an amazing stretch of the Indian Ocean, from the Bay of Bengal to glistening isles off Africa’s eastern coastline. The countries of Malaysia, Thailand, Myanmar, Sri Lanka, the Maldives and the Seychelles are the headliners for this segment.
AFRICAN ENCOUNTERS IN THE WEST INDIAN OCEAN
The iconic Table Mountain in Cape Town
On this 23-day journey from Mahé to Cape Town, some of the world’s most fascinating natural and cultural treasures will take center stage – from the Spice Island heritage of Tanzania and the rich biodiversity of Madagascar to the rugged natural beauty of Mauritius and Réunion, and the Big Five of South Africa.
TREASURES AND TRADITIONS OF WEST AFRICA
Namibia, Angola, Ghana, Ivory Coast and Gambiaare the stars of Silver Shadow’s first voyage in the Atlantic, as the ship’s odyssey continues from Cape Town to Dakar, along the western shores of Africa. Windswept sand dunes, colorful colonial architecture, historic castles, lush rainforests and voodoo spirituality are among the discoveries that await guests in this corner of the world.
WELCOME TO CAPE VERDE AND THE AMAZON
This transatlantic segment from Dakar to Manaus spends three days exploring the volcanic archipelago of Cape Verde, with its striking mountain scenery, picturesque beaches and bustling markets, enriched by a unique blend of African and European cultures. Then, five leisurely days at sea provide a relaxing prelude to the adventure that lies ahead – a cruise on the Amazon River, for the first time on a Silversea World Cruise.
A KALEIDOSCOPE OF CULTURES IN THE CARIBBEAN
Stretching from Manaus to Fort Lauderdale, the closing act for the cruise takes place in the glistening waters of the Caribbean. Following three days cruising the Amazon, with visits to two Brazilian towns situated along the river, and then a stop at tiny Île Royale in French Guiana, the pastel-hued townscapes and sun-kissed beaches of the Caribbean will soon come into view. Mayreau, St. John’s, Gustavia, and San Juan are among the final stops.