Silver Moon - Auckland to Sydney
Silver Moon reverses the classic Tasman route, departing Auckland for boutique New Zealand calls like Gisborne and Akaroa, Fiordland scenic cruising, an overnight in Hobart and a Sapphire Coast finale at Eden before Sydney.
Price Range
$$$$$
Ultra-Luxury
*Prices vary by cabin type, sailing date, and availability. Confirm rates with Silversea before booking.
Ship Details — Silver Moon
View full Silver Moon detailsYear Built
2020
Tonnage
40,700 GT
Passengers
596
Crew
411
Decks
9
Class
Muse
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Onboard Amenities
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About the Ship
What Travelers Say About Silver Moon
Reviews of the ship itself — the same for every Silver Moon sailing. Based on 850 discussions.
Silver Moon, a 596-guest Muse-class ship that debuted in 2021, is Silversea's culinary flagship and the first vessel built around the line's signature S.A.L.T. (Sea And Land Taste) program. What stands out is the marriage of small-ship intimacy with destination-driven food: a dedicated S.A.L.T. Kitchen restaurant rewrites its menu in every port, while a S.A.L.T. Bar and S.A.L.T. Lab turn dining into cultural enrichment. The vibe is understated, refined luxury - quiet elegance over flash - aimed at well-traveled couples who care more about service, space and gastronomy than nightlife or kids' clubs.
What People Love
- Intimate small-ship feel at just 596 guests with 411 crew (near 1:1.5 crew ratio) means no lines to eat, disembark, or get a drink
- Butler service in every suite is standard, even at the entry-level Vista and Classic Veranda categories
- Industry-leading S.A.L.T. (Sea And Land Taste) culinary program with a dedicated S.A.L.T. Kitchen restaurant that rewrites its menu for every port
Common Complaints
- Several 2025-2026 reviewers feel food quality has slipped and was 'not as good as we were led to believe,' some comparing it unfavorably to Celebrity
- Post-Royal Caribbean acquisition perception that Silversea is 'no longer a 6-star experience,' including cheaper in-suite toiletries
- High price point that some guests felt delivered too little differentiation from mass-market lines on certain sailings
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