Scotland, Ireland & British Isles: Edinburgh and Kirkwall
Nordic impressions and Celtic coasts
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Copenhagen to Southampton
Twelve nights from late-summer Copenhagen across the northern islands and the Irish Sea to Southampton. Silver Dawn bridges the Scandinavian and Celtic worlds: Scottish island groups, Irish ports such as Cobh and English coastal towns such as Falmouth combine into a varied line. Butler service, premium wines, Wi-Fi and gratuities are available throughout. The route suits guests who want to combine Scandinavia and the British Isles in a single voyage.
Route highlights
- Copenhagen with Nyhavn and Amalienborg
- Skagen or a north Jutland port as the transition into the North Sea
- Shetland and Orkney with prehistoric sites
- Liverpool or Belfast with maritime heritage
- Cobh as the gateway to Cork
- Falmouth in Cornwall with its harbour fort
- Saint Helier on Jersey before arrival in Southampton
Early booking advantage: Voyages in 2027 fill quickly - premium cabins are often reserved 18-24 months in advance. An early booking enquiry is non-binding and secures your preferred cabin category.
The Route
Copenhagen
12 nights
Southampton
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FRI · 03 Sep 2027Kopenhagen · EmbarkationDeparture 19:00
Nyhavn - the colourful harbour row - Christiansborg Palace, and the kitchen that brought New Nordic Cuisine to the world: Copenhagen is one of the most liveable cities anywhere. Kronborg, the model for Shakespeare's Hamlet residence, lies one hour away.
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SAT · 04 Sep 2027SkagenArrival 08:00 Departure 16:00
Skagen lies at the northern tip of Jutland, where the North Sea and the Baltic visibly meet. The fishing and artists' town with its yellow houses became world-famous in the 19th century thanks to the Skagen Painters.
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SUN · 05 Sep 2027At sea
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MON · 06 Sep 2027Newhaven (Edinburgh)Arrival 07:00 Departure 18:00
Edinburgh is the capital of Scotland and lies on the east coast on the Firth of Forth. The UNESCO-listed Old Town around the Royal Mile with Edinburgh Castle on its extinct volcanic plug, and the 18th-century Georgian New Town together form a unique urban ensemble that hosts the world's largest cultural festival every August.
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TUE · 07 Sep 2027AberdeenArrival 08:25 Departure 18:00
Aberdeen lies on Scotland's North Sea east coast and has been the oil capital of Europe since the North Sea finds of the 1970s. Built from the silver-grey granite of nearby Rubislaw Quarry, it carries the nickname Granite City.
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WED · 08 Sep 2027InvergordonArrival 08:00 Departure 18:00
Invergordon on the Cromarty Firth is the gateway to the Scottish Highlands. Excursions lead to Urquhart Castle on the shore of Loch Ness - legendary home of the monster - as well as to Inverness, capital of the Highlands, and to the battlefield of Culloden (1746), the last pitched battle fought on British soil.
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THU · 09 Sep 2027Stornoway (Isle of Lewis)Arrival 09:00 Departure 18:00
On the Isle of Lewis in Scotland's Outer Hebrides, Stornoway serves as the archipelago's main harbour. The Neolithic Callanish Standing Stones rank among Europe's most important megalithic monuments.
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FRI · 10 Sep 2027GreencastleArrival 08:00 Departure 18:00
At the entrance to Lough Foyle in County Donegal lies Greencastle on Ireland's northernmost coast. The fishing village houses the Inishowen Maritime Museum with exhibits on emigration and shipwrecks, and the 14th-century Norman ruin of Greencastle keeps watch over the harbour entrance.
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SAT · 11 Sep 2027Greenock (Glasgow)Arrival 08:00 Departure 18:00
Greenock lies on the Firth of Clyde and serves as the gateway port for Glasgow. Shaped by its shipbuilding and maritime history, the town is also a starting point for Loch Lomond and the Scottish Highlands.
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SUN · 12 Sep 2027LiverpoolArrival 09:00 Departure 23:00
Port city at the mouth of the Mersey on the north-west English Irish Sea coast. Famed as the home of the Beatles, with the UNESCO-listed Pier Head, the Albert Dock and one of the world's most important European emigration port histories.
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MON · 13 Sep 2027FishguardArrival 10:30 Departure 17:30
On the Pembrokeshire coast in western Wales lies the small harbour of Fishguard in a sheltered bay. Ferries depart from here across the Irish Sea to Rosslare in Ireland, and the Pembrokeshire Coast Path leads through dramatic cliff scenery in both directions.
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TUE · 14 Sep 2027FalmouthArrival 08:00 Departure 16:00
In south-west England's Cornwall, Falmouth opens onto one of the world's largest natural harbours. The National Maritime Museum Cornwall and the mighty Tudor-era Pendennis Castle define this maritime port town, a starting point for transatlantic crossings for centuries.
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WED · 15 Sep 2027Southampton · DisembarkationArrival 07:00
Climate & best time to sail
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air °C | -1 | -1 | 3 | 9 | 16 | 20 | 22 | 20 | 15 | 9 | 4 | 1 |
| Sea °C | 3 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 7 | 12 | 17 | 18 | 15 | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Rain mm | 39 | 27 | 26 | 30 | 30 | 45 | 72 | 66 | 55 | 50 | 53 | 46 |
Long-term monthly normals · Reference: Baltic Sea (Stockholm)
Silver Dawn
Silver Dawn is the third ship of the Muse class and combines the strengths of her predecessors: the S.A.L.T. culinary programme, 298 suites with butler service, nine restaurants. Ultra-luxury with an Italian soul.
The Ship
Cabins
Owner's Suite
The Owner's Suite is the finest address on board: a separate bedroom, a generous living salon and a private veranda from which the horizon seems to belong to you alone. Your personal butler attends to every wish, from the evening champagne to carefully prepared evening attire. Marble bathroom, walk-in wardrobe and the finest materials make the suite a home at sea.
Price category as per price list: O1 / O2.
Grand Suite
The Grand Suite impresses with stately proportions, an elegant living salon and an expansive veranda from which the world seems to lie at your feet. The finest materials and a generous marble bathroom meet the highest expectations. Your personal butler turns the stay into an experience of consummate hospitality.
Price category as per price list: G1 / G2.
Royal Suite
Living as if on a private yacht: the Royal Suite unites a separate bedroom, a distinguished living salon and a generous veranda into a retreat of rare spaciousness. The finest furnishings and a luxurious marble bathroom set the standard. Your personal butler attends to every detail, from dinner in the suite to a perfectly coordinated wardrobe.
Price category as per price list: R1 / R2.
Silver Suite
The Silver Suite is a generous retreat with separate sleeping and living areas and an expansive veranda above the sea. Fine materials, an opulent marble bathroom and the most refined amenities make every day on board a pleasure. Your personal butler accompanies you attentively throughout the entire voyage.
Price category as per price list: SL.
Medallion Suite
More space, more light, more peace: the Medallion Suite expands the sense of living with an inviting salon and a generous veranda. High-quality fabrics and an elegant marble bathroom underline its exclusive character. Your personal butler ensures a stay entirely to your wishes.
Price category as per price list: ME.
Deluxe Veranda Suite
Positioned centrally on the accommodation decks, the Deluxe Veranda Suite combines a quiet location with a private veranda and a generous sense of space. A marble bathroom, fine materials and thoughtful details create an atmosphere of quiet elegance. A personal butler fulfils every wish, often before it is even spoken.
Price category as per price list: DX.
Superior Veranda Suite
Situated on one of the upper decks, this suite offers the same comfort as the Classic Veranda Suite, along with a particularly wide view across the sea. The private veranda quickly becomes a favourite spot for sunrises and sunsets. Your personal butler completes the stay to perfection.
Price category as per price list: SV.
Classic Veranda Suite
Floor-to-ceiling glass doors open onto your private veranda, where sea and sky become your daily companions. Living area, comfortable bed and elegant marble bathroom combine a sense of space with a feeling of security. And here too, of course: a personal butler who makes the day as light as the sea air.
Price category as per price list: CV.
Panorama Suite
Floor-to-ceiling windows frame the horizon like a painting that changes with every nautical mile. The elegant living area invites you to linger, while the marble bathroom pampers you with fine amenities. A personal butler discreetly attends to every wish.
Price category as per price list: PA.
Vista Suite
A floor-to-ceiling panoramic window brings the play of light over the ocean directly into your suite. The living area, bed and marble bathroom follow the same sense of elegance that distinguishes Silversea. Your personal butler ensures that you feel cared for from the very first moment.
Price category as per price list: VI.
Deck plan · Silver Dawn
Cabin prices
Prices per person in double cabin (suites: based on double occupancy), all-inclusive. Subject to availability.
| Category | Price p.P. | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vista Suite | € 10.648 | Available | Enquire |
| Panorama Suite | € 11.152 | Available | Enquire |
| Classic Veranda Suite | € 12.184 | Available | Enquire |
| Superior Veranda Suite | € 12.656 | Available | Enquire |
| Deluxe Veranda Suite | € 13.008 | Available | Enquire |
| Silver Suite | € 19.476 | Available | Enquire |
| Royal 1 Suite | € 27.423 | Available | Enquire |
| Silver Suite | € 28.980 | Available | Enquire |
| Grand 1 Suite | € 29.835 | Available | Enquire |
| Owner's 1 Suite | € 32.562 | Available | Enquire |
| Royal 2 Suite | € 38.331 | Available | Enquire |
| Grand 2 Suite | € 40.743 | Available | Enquire |
| Owner's 2 Suite | € 42.066 | Available | Enquire |
Prices as of: 14.08.2026
Standard inclusions of the ship voyage
On board
- Luxurious suite with ocean view or veranda, every category with personal butler service
- Full board in all onboard restaurants (main restaurant, speciality restaurants, casual dining) at no extra charge
- 24-hour room service and an individually stocked minibar in the suite
- Premium beverages on board: selected wines, champagne, international spirits, cocktails, beer, soft drinks, speciality coffees, tea and water
- Gratuities for the entire crew are included in the fare
- Unlimited Wi-Fi on board for all guests
- Use of pool, gym, sauna, steam bath and classes (yoga, stretching)
- Evening programme: live music, shows, themed lectures and onboard events
Not included
- Personal expenses on board (boutique, hairdresser, photos)
- Spa and wellness treatments, massages and personal trainer
- Laundry and pressing service (partly included in higher suite categories)
- Premium restaurants with a reservation or cover charge (e.g. La Dame, Kaiseki/Seishin, Silver Note on repeat visits)
- Selected fine spirits, rare wines and vintage champagnes beyond the standard premium package
- Shore excursions or private tours, unless explicitly stated in your booking confirmation.
- Medical care on board, doctor consultations and medication
- Travel insurance (cancellation, international health cover)
- Visa fees, entry taxes and biometric registration in the destination
- Airport taxes and security fees when arriving under your own arrangements
- Travel to the home airport outside the Door-to-Door radius
- Flight upgrades to Premium Economy or Business Class (bookable for a surcharge on the Door-to-Door fare)
- Personal telephone calls and satellite calls from the suite
Further options
Additionally included depending on the fare booked:
- Shore excursions: on classic cruises at least one excursion per port depending on the fare; on expedition voyages all Zodiac outings and guided landings
- On expedition voyages additionally: lectures by the expedition team experts, a parka to keep and rubber boots on loan
- Economy-class flights from and to your home airport on Door-to-Door and many All-Inclusive fares (business upgrade for a surcharge)
- Airport transfers between airport and ship on the Door-to-Door and All-Inclusive Plus fares
- On Door-to-Door and selected expedition voyages: a hotel night before and after the cruise
- On Door-to-Door (home airport within about 80 km): private chauffeur service from your door to the airport and back
Frequently asked questions
How do I book this voyage?
Send us a non-binding enquiry via the form on this page. Our team replies personally within 24 hours with availability, cabin options and a tailored offer. No enquiry fee, no upfront payment.
What is included in the price?
The base price per person (twin cabin) includes the cabin in your chosen category, full board, all port fees and the onboard programme. Flights and transfers are quoted separately. 12 nights from EUR 9.040 p.p. With Silversea, selected wines and beverages at meals are included.
How many guests sail on the Silver Dawn?
A maximum of 596 guests - extraordinarily intimate compared to standard cruise ships. The high crew-to-guest ratio ensures personal attention throughout the voyage.
Can the itinerary change?
Yes - all itineraries are subject to weather, port availability and the captain's decisions. This is part of the charm of small-ship cruising: flexibility allows for unexpected discoveries.
Are there specials for early bookers or solo travellers?
Yes. Early bookers receive discounts for timely booking. Solo travellers often benefit from a reduced or waived single supplement. Simply mention your preferences in the enquiry.
Is my booking protected?
Yes. As a German tour operator, ivent-sailing provides a travel protection certificate (Reisesicherungsschein) under German law. Your payment is fully insured.
What about flights and transfers?
We arrange flights and transfers on request as part of your personal offer. This allows us to find the best connections for your specific departure date and home airport.
Are there shore excursions?
Yes. All cruise lines offer shore excursions - from guided cultural tours to nature experiences. The concepts vary by fleet. We are happy to provide details on available excursions for your chosen voyage.
What water sports and activities are available?
Depending on the ship and route: snorkelling, kayaking, stand-up paddling, diving, and Zodiac landings (on expedition voyages). Many ships have a marina platform for direct access to the water. We will be happy to tell you exactly what is available on your voyage.
When is the best time to sail this voyage?
For embarkation in Kopenhagen the best time to sail is June to August; for disembarkation in Southampton it is June to September.
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