--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: 18242dd4-7097-4069-84f6-685ec04874c4 slug: 2364397 voyage_code: SS280411012 cruise_line: Silversea ship: Silver Shadow departure_date: return_date: nights: 12 embarkation_port: Fusina (Venice) disembarkation_port: Istanbul, Turkey starting_price_usd: bookable: false last_updated: 2026-10-19T18:26:41Z --- # Venice to Istanbul > Silversea · Silver Shadow · Apr 11 – 23, 2028   (12 nights) ## Quick Facts | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | **Cruise Line** | Silversea | | **Ship** | Silver Shadow | | **Duration** | 12 nights | | **Departure Date** | N/A | | **Return Date** | N/A | | **Embarkation Port** | Fusina (Venice) | | **Disembarkation Port** | Istanbul, Turkey | | **Starting Price** | N/A USD per person | | **Voyage Code** | SS280411012 | ## Itinerary ### Day 1: Fusina (Venice) **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM Losing none of its allure over the years, this floating city of canals, bridges and masks is a place of eternal beauty and enduring elegance. The lagoon of more than 100 islands is a heavenly sight, transporting visitors on a journey through time - from its Roman inception, through centuries of trade to the modern face we see today. Navigate Venice’s sparkling waterways by romantic gondola, or on cruises along wide canal boulevards. Span the Grand Canal over its iconic original crossing, the Ria... ### Day 2: Trieste, Italy **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM A city happy to keep one foot resolutely in its beautiful, illustrious past, Trieste is a treasure, which sits on a historical frontier of civilisations and cultures. Nestled on the coast by the Slovenian border, the city soaked up many influences before returning to Italy in 1954. Wealth as a trading hub helped to shape Trieste's grand piazzas and soaring artistic architectural achievements. The legendary Bora wind is greeted like an old friend, and it buffs the city in winter. Just like Triest... ### Day 3: Ravenna, Italy **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Ravenna is a city in Emilia-Romagna, Italy. It's known for the colorful mosaics adorning many of its central buildings, like the octagonal Basilica di San Vitale, the 6th-century Basilica di Sant'Apollinare Nuovo and the cross-shaped Mausoleo di Galla Placidia. North of the center, the Mausoleo di Teodorico built in the 6th century for King Theodoric the Great, is a Gothic, circular stone tomb with a monolithic dome ### Day 4: Ravenna, Italy **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM Ravenna is a city in Emilia-Romagna, Italy. It's known for the colorful mosaics adorning many of its central buildings, like the octagonal Basilica di San Vitale, the 6th-century Basilica di Sant'Apollinare Nuovo and the cross-shaped Mausoleo di Galla Placidia. North of the center, the Mausoleo di Teodorico built in the 6th century for King Theodoric the Great, is a Gothic, circular stone tomb with a monolithic dome ### Day 5: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 6: Brindisi **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM Life continues in Brindisi as if the 21st century hadn’t arrived. Visually, the landscape is as stunning as one would expect in southern Europe. Villages set on sunlit hilltops rise like islands above a rolling landscape of olive groves and vineyards. The coastline is a striking mixture of ruggedly beautiful cliffs and grottoes interspersed with a scattering of long, sandy beaches. Together with the wealth of historical artefacts and spectacular landscapes, Brindisi is one of Italy’s best kept s... ### Day 7: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 8: Heraklion , Greece **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM It may not be the prettiest place in Crete, but Heraklion's patchwork of history, bustling activity and cultural intrigue makes it the perfect change of pace. This is certainly no sleepy island fishing village, and Greece's fifth-largest city is adorned with a rich collection of quality museums, ancient ruins from antiquity, and a lively culture of its own. View less A refreshing shift-up from the many quaint beach towns and fishing villages you'll encounter in the Greek islands, Heraklion – ... ### Day 9: Patmos, Greece **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 07:00 PM The Holy Isle of Patmos, one of the smaller Dodecanese Islands, occupies a narrow strip of land with numerous rocky hills and scant vegetation. The interior is sparsely populated with mostly shepherds and fishermen. In contrast, the waterfront areas see plenty of tourists during the summer months. There are only two main villages, Chora and Scala; whitewashed houses face Scala harbor or are scattered over the hillsides. The island's mild, healthy climate, year-round sunshine, delightful coves... ### Day 10: Mykonos, Greece **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM The island of Mykonos is the most easterly of the northern Cyclades. Its attractive setting and other captivating attributes make it one of the most celebrated holiday destinations in Greece. Mykonos Town is a colorful maze of narrow streets lined by whitewashed houses with bright blue doors and shutters. During the 1960s, it was the Bohemian jet set that discovered Mykonos. Many old houses along the waterfront are now restaurants, bars and discos, catering to an international yachting crowd. Th... ### Day 11: Volos, Greece **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 07:00 PM Volos is a commercial and industrial city; it is Greece's third-largest port. Much of it has been rebuilt after a severe earthquake in 1955. The location in the gulf of the same name and near scenic Mount Pelion ensures this town an attractive setting. Interesting sites in the surrounding areas include imposing monasteries perched atop craggy mountains and a fine Archaeological Museum. Volos was founded in the 14th century in an area which has been occupied by man since the Neolithic era. A shor... ### Day 12: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 13: Istanbul, Turkey **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM A chaotic, colossal collision of east and west – start your day in Europe and end it in Asia, all without breaking a sweat. Sprawling across two continents, the city has been toed, froed and yanked between countless civilisations over its history, leaving a multi-layered, majestic tapestry of culture to untangle. An army of narrow minarets puncture the skyline, while the soaring towers of palaces and labyrinths of bazaars - where bargains are the reward for brave hagglers - fill up this dynamic ... ## Pricing Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy in USD. | Cabin Type | Starting Price | |------------|----------------| | Suite | $7,300 | ## Cabin Options ### Suite Cabins **Royal 2 Suite** (Code: R2) Stately describes the Royal Suite. Commanding and majestic. Perfect for entertaining. Enough living space to roam. The pinnacle of good living. Available as a one-bedroom configuration or as two-bedrooms (as illustrated) by adjoining with a Veranda Suite. Large veranda with patio furniture and floo... **Grand 2 Suite** (Code: G2) Expertly designed and exquisitely appointed. Ideal for entertaining friends while you cruise or enjoying a quiet dinner “at home”. Available as a one-bedroom configuration or as two-bedrooms (as illustrated) by adjoining with a Silversea Veranda Suite. Large veranda with patio furniture and floor-t... **Veranda Suite** (Code: B1) A Silversea signature, the Veranda Suite is spacious and welcoming. Floor-to-ceiling glass doors open onto a furnished private teak veranda along the suite. Each spectacular sunset feels like it is yours alone. Some Veranda Suites accommodate three guests. Veranda 3 and 4 offer preferred central loc... **Silver Suite** (Code: SL) Stylish and sophisticated. Separate dining and living rooms. Larger verandas. Situated midship. Perfection in design for comfortable living. Silver Suites accommodate three guests. Veranda with patio furniture and floor-to-ceiling glass doors. Living room (with convertible sofa to accommodate an ad... **Medallion Suite** (Code: ME) A mark of distinction. Sumptuous. Spacious. Rich textures and panoramic views surround you with distinguished luxury. An extravagant suite for an extravagant cruise. Veranda with patio furniture and floor-to-ceiling glass doors. Living room with sitting and dining area. Twin beds or queen-sized bed... **Grand 1 Suite** (Code: G1) Expertly designed and exquisitely appointed. Ideal for entertaining friends while you cruise or enjoying a quiet dinner “at home”. Available as a one-bedroom configuration or as two-bedrooms (as illustrated) by adjoining with a Silversea Veranda Suite. Large veranda with patio furniture and floor-t... **Owner's 2 Suite** (Code: O2) The name Owner's Suite says it all. A stylish apartment. Prestigious and classic. For those who seek the superlative level of space, comfort and service on board. Available as a one-bedroom configuration or as two-bedrooms (as illustrated) by adjoining with a Vista Suite. Large veranda with patio ... **Deluxe Veranda Suite** (Code: DX) The Deluxe Veranda Suite offers a comfortable living space, close to the heart of the ship. With its preferred mid-ship location and all the comfort and attention to detail that you can expect aboard, the Deluxe Veranda Suite is the savvy traveller’s paradise— both inside and out. Elegant décor, stu... **Vista Suite** (Code: VI) A quiet sanctuary. The sitting area of the Vista Suite has plenty of room to relax. Large picture windows frame panoramic ocean views. The perfect backdrop for breakfast in bed. One bedroom: 287 ft² / 27 m² Large picture window providing panoramic ocean views. Sitting area. Twin beds or queen-size... **Royal 1 Suite** (Code: R1) Stately describes the Royal Suite. Commanding and majestic. Perfect for entertaining. Enough living space to roam. The pinnacle of good living. Available as a one-bedroom configuration or as two-bedrooms (as illustrated) by adjoining with a Veranda Suite. Large veranda with patio furniture and floo... **Veranda Suite** (Code: B2) A Silversea signature, the Veranda Suite is spacious and welcoming. Floor-to-ceiling glass doors open onto a furnished private teak veranda along the suite. Each spectacular sunset feels like it is yours alone. Some Veranda Suites accommodate three guests. Veranda 3 and 4 offer preferred central loc... **Owner's 1 Suite** (Code: O1) The name Owner's Suite says it all. A stylish apartment. Prestigious and classic. For those who seek the superlative level of space, comfort and service on board. Available as a one-bedroom configuration or as two-bedrooms (as illustrated) by adjoining with a Vista Suite. Large veranda with patio ... **Classic Veranda Suite** (Code: CV) The Classic Veranda Suite provides generous living space for voyagers. Located lower bow, the Classic Veranda Suite offers all the comfort and attention to detail that you can expect aboard — both inside and out. A generous expanse of interior comforts — elegant décor, stunning marble bathroom and a... **Superior Veranda Suite** (Code: SV) Located on the upper deck, and offering spectacular sunset views, the Superior Veranda Suite has all the comforts and luxury that you can expect aboard. A comfortable living space, attention to detail and a generous expanse of amenities, this stunning suite makes for a cosy home while on the seas. B... ## Ship Information ### Silver Shadow Award-winning Silver Shadow has all the hallmarks of extreme luxury at sea. With one of the highest space-to-guest ratios at sea, Silver Shadow is a firm favourite in the Silversea fleet. Authentic experiences. Simple pleasures. Shared moments. Silversea’s Millennium Class luxury cruise ships Silver Shadow and Silver Whisper offer you freedom and space to design your day. Slightly larger in size than ships Silver Cloud and Silver Wind, Silver Shadow retains Silversea’s essence – spacious suites, a complement of only 388 guests, superior service – paired with a lively cosmopolitan atmosphere and enhanced amenities. Aboard the Silver Shadow, energize body and soul with complimentary Pilates and yoga in the expanded fitness center. Savour fine wines and French gastronomy in La Dame, enjoy authentic Italian cuisine in La Terrazza, or simply gaze at endless ocean views from The Grill. Not forgetting the regional-inspired The Restaurant, dining at sea has never been so good. #### Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Passenger Capacity | 388 | | Crew | 302 | | Gross Tonnage | 28,258.0 | | Length | 610.0 ft | | Total Cabins | 194 | ## Onboard Amenities ### Relaxation - **Pool Deck**: Chaise lounges arranged in the sun or shade. Bubbling whirlpools. The pool water is refreshing in warmer climates and heated for cooler weather. Atten... - **Zagara Beauty Spa**: Relax your body and mind in this luxury cruise ship’s soothing sanctuary. Indulge in a wide range of invigorating therapies, including facials, body w... ### Food and Drink - **The Restaurant**: Sparkling with silver, crystal, and candlelight, Silversea’s main dining room serves contemporary, international cuisine with sophisticated elegance a... - **The Grill**: A Silversea staple, The Grill is where casual dining meets impeccable taste. Savour the best of land and sea, from marbled steaks to seared branzino i... - **La Dame**: La Dame features a bespoke menu by our top chefs, and it is the highest expression of excellence in French dining. The ambience is one of chic, contem... - **Atrium**: The Atrium aboard provides a unique space at the heart of deck 5. Filled with natural light, a beautiful and spacious bar blurs the line between tradi... - **La Terrazza**: On board this luxury cruise ship, a divine selection of Italy’s best cuisine is served à la carte in La Terrazza. Authentic recipes and the freshest i... ### Other - **Zagara Beauty Salon**: A full range of salon services, including hairstyling, manicures, and pedicures, is available on board this luxury cruise ship for both men and women.... - **Reception**: This central lobby area welcomes guests to speak with a Guest Relations specialist should they have a question or require any service. Assistance is a... - **Boutique**: Exceptional shopping experiences do not end in the cosmopolitan cities we visit. Silversea’s striking new shipboard boutiques, reimagined and redesign... ### Entertainment - **Panorama Lounge**: The Panorama Lounge is specially designed to provide an uninterrupted view of the day’s destination from the comfort of the luxury cruise ship’s inter... - **Card Room/conference Room**: The Card Room on board this luxury cruise ship is where bridge games and tournaments take place most days. On days at sea, newcomers to the game can l... - **The Show Lounge**: Every seat in this multitiered venue enjoys a clear view of the stage. Enjoy a broad spectrum of entertainment presented during the cruise—from full-s... ### Recreational - **Observation Library**: The eponymous lounge carries its name well. Set on the highest level at the very top of the ship, this is a quiet space for reading and reflection whi... ### Fitness - **Fitness Center**: The Fitness Center on board this luxury cruise ship is equipped with free weights, weight machines, state-of-the-art treadmills, elliptical trainers, ... ## Ports of Call ### Fusina (Venice) *Coordinates: 45.4191, 12.2568* Losing none of its allure over the years, this floating city of canals, bridges and masks is a place of eternal beauty and enduring elegance. The lagoon of more than 100 islands is a heavenly sight, transporting visitors on a journey through time - from its Roman inception, through centuries of trade to the modern face we see today. Navigate Venice’s sparkling waterways by romantic gondola, or on ... ### Trieste, Italy *Coordinates: 45.6895, 13.7833* A city happy to keep one foot resolutely in its beautiful, illustrious past, Trieste is a treasure, which sits on a historical frontier of civilisations and cultures. Nestled on the coast by the Slovenian border, the city soaked up many influences before returning to Italy in 1954. Wealth as a trading hub helped to shape Trieste's grand piazzas and soaring artistic architectural achievements. The ... ### Ravenna, Italy *Coordinates: 44.4157, 12.1966* Ravenna is a city in Emilia-Romagna, Italy. It's known for the colorful mosaics adorning many of its central buildings, like the octagonal Basilica di San Vitale, the 6th-century Basilica di Sant'Apollinare Nuovo and the cross-shaped Mausoleo di Galla Placidia. North of the center, the Mausoleo di Teodorico built in the 6th century for King Theodoric the Great, is a Gothic, circular stone tomb wit... ### Brindisi *Coordinates: 40.6362, 17.939* Life continues in Brindisi as if the 21st century hadn’t arrived. Visually, the landscape is as stunning as one would expect in southern Europe. Villages set on sunlit hilltops rise like islands above a rolling landscape of olive groves and vineyards. The coastline is a striking mixture of ruggedly beautiful cliffs and grottoes interspersed with a scattering of long, sandy beaches. Together with t... ### Heraklion , Greece *Coordinates: 35.2831, 25.1296* It may not be the prettiest place in Crete, but Heraklion's patchwork of history, bustling activity and cultural intrigue makes it the perfect change of pace. This is certainly no sleepy island fishing village, and Greece's fifth-largest city is adorned with a rich collection of quality museums, ancient ruins from antiquity, and a lively culture of its own. View less A refreshing shift-up from ... ### Patmos, Greece *Coordinates: 37.3034, 26.5492* The Holy Isle of Patmos, one of the smaller Dodecanese Islands, occupies a narrow strip of land with numerous rocky hills and scant vegetation. The interior is sparsely populated with mostly shepherds and fishermen. In contrast, the waterfront areas see plenty of tourists during the summer months. There are only two main villages, Chora and Scala; whitewashed houses face Scala harbor or are sca... ### Mykonos, Greece *Coordinates: 37.4415, 25.3667* The island of Mykonos is the most easterly of the northern Cyclades. Its attractive setting and other captivating attributes make it one of the most celebrated holiday destinations in Greece. Mykonos Town is a colorful maze of narrow streets lined by whitewashed houses with bright blue doors and shutters. During the 1960s, it was the Bohemian jet set that discovered Mykonos. Many old houses along ... ### Volos, Greece *Coordinates: 39.3646, 22.9332* Volos is a commercial and industrial city; it is Greece's third-largest port. Much of it has been rebuilt after a severe earthquake in 1955. The location in the gulf of the same name and near scenic Mount Pelion ensures this town an attractive setting. Interesting sites in the surrounding areas include imposing monasteries perched atop craggy mountains and a fine Archaeological Museum. Volos was f... ### Istanbul, Turkey *Coordinates: 41.0124, 28.9759* A chaotic, colossal collision of east and west – start your day in Europe and end it in Asia, all without breaking a sweat. Sprawling across two continents, the city has been toed, froed and yanked between countless civilisations over its history, leaving a multi-layered, majestic tapestry of culture to untangle. An army of narrow minarets puncture the skyline, while the soaring towers of palaces ... ## Booking Information - **Book This Cruise:** https://pirate.travel/cruise/2364397 - **Compare Prices:** CruisePirate compares prices across multiple booking channels - **Price Alerts:** Set up alerts for price drops on this sailing - **Support:** Contact our AI-powered cruise assistant for personalized recommendations ### Why Book with CruisePirate? - Real-time price comparison across booking channels - AI-powered cruise recommendations - Transparent pricing with no hidden fees - Expert cruise search and filtering --- ## Technical Metadata - **Canonical URL:** https://pirate.travel/cruise/2364397 - **Markdown URL:** https://pirate.travel/cruise/2364397.md - **API Endpoint:** https://pirate.travel/api/cruises/2364397/ - **Primary Image:** https://images.cruisepirate.ai/v3/static/cruise-lines/silversea/silver-shadow/other/59150.webp - **Data Source:** CruisePirate Cruise Database - **Last Updated:** 2026-10-19 18:26:41 UTC