Silversea Cruises "Transoceanic Crossings" Now Made Even More Appealing with Exclusive Land Programs
June 15, 2005
Silversea Cruises polished off their 2005-2006 itineraries for the cruise line's luxury vessels with six leisurely Transoceanic Crossings that grace some of the most captivating destinations in the world. And like strawberries with champagne, offered as the perfect accompaniment to Silversea Cruises' Transoceanic Crossings are optional pre- and post-cruise land programs.
Guests aboard Silversea Cruises experience the perfection of six-star, relaxed luxury. The transoceanic crossings, ranging from 12 to 16-day voyages, travel along the grand ocean paths connecting faraway continents and cultures, linking Europe with America or the Caribbean, the Far East with Australia, and the distant ends of the Pacific from Japan to Alaska.
"Our Transoceanic Crossings are an excellent option for those sophisticated travelers who have the time to indulge in luxury and worldwide adventure at a leisurely pace," said David Morris, Senior Vice President for Silversea Cruises' North America sales.
"In addition to experiencing the award-winning hospitality, comfort and personalized service offered aboard our intimate, ultra-luxury ships, guests on the transoceanic voyages can extend their cruise vacation with optional land programs carefully designed to reveal the fascinating people, history and culture of some of the world's most diverse and intriguing destinations."
Silversea Cruises' land programs include deluxe room accommodations, transportation, experienced guides and some meals. Featured special events and adventures, profound and planned exclusively for Silversea Cruises, capture the magnificence of each one of these captivating destinations.
Highlights of these incredible land programs include personalized tours of landmark estates and medieval castles, camel safaris, pre-dawn hot air balloon adventures and guided jungle journeys to the mysterious ruins of Angkor Wat and Angkor Thom. Prices start at $2,095 per guest.
Below is a complete listing of Silversea Cruises' six Transoceanic Crossings aboard Silver Whisper, Silver Cloud and Silver Shadow. For more information or to make a reservation on these or other Silversea Cruises and optional land programs, call one of our certified Cruise Specialists at 888-267-1232.
2005 Silversea Cruises Transoceanic Crossings
Silver Whisper departs August 29, 2005 on a 12-day "Classic Crossing" from London (Southampton) to Boston calling on Falmouth, U.K.; Waterford and Cork, Ireland; St. John's, Newfoundland; and Halifax, Nova Scotia. Fares start at $4,346 per person.
Silver Cloud departs October 17, 2005 on a 14-day "Islands in the Sun" voyage from Lisbon to Barbados with calls in Porto Santo and Funchal (Madeira), Portugal; Santa Cruz de la Palma and Tenerife, Canary Islands; and Cape Verde Islands. Fares start at $3,298 per person.
Silver Shadow departs December 6, 2005 on a 16-day "Passage Down Under," from Singapore to Sydney calling on Semarang, Indonesia; Darwin, Cairns, Townsville, Whitsunday Islands and Brisbane, Australia. Fares start at $6,857 per person.
2006 Silversea Cruises Transoceanic Crossings
Silver Cloud departs April 8, 2006 on a 14-day "Tropical Passage" from Barbados to Lisbon with calls in Castries, St. Lucia; St. John's, Antigua; Funchal (Madeira), Portugal; Cadiz, Spain; and Portimao, Portugal. Fares start at $4,352 per person.
Silver Whisper departs April 20, 2006 on a 14-day "Atlantic Passage" from San Juan to Las Palmas with calls in Road Town, Tortola; St. John's, Antigua; Porto Santo and Funchal (Madeira), Portugal; and Santa Cruz de la Palma, Arrecife and Tenerife, Canary Islands. Fares start at $4,352 per person.
Silver Shadow departs May 29, 2006 on a 14-day "Across the Bering Sea" cruise from Tokyo to Anchorage with calls in Hakodate and Otaru (Sapporo), Japan; Petropavlosk (Kamchatka), Russia; and Dutch Harbor, Kodiak and Homer, Alaska. Fares start at $6,956 per person.
