Silversea has announced its first-ever full summer season in French Polynesia, opening an exclusive pre-sale on 17 voyages between April and September 2026 aboard Silver Whisper.
Destinations were curated by Silversea’s destination experts following an extensive scouting mission in the region.
The brand will operate two itineraries in rotation, offering deep immersion into 11 remote destinations in three of the region’s five archipelagos — the Society, Tuamotu, and the Marquesas Islands.
Conrad Combrink, Silversea’s SVP of Expeditions, Destination and Itinerary Management, said:
“Silversea’s rapid increase in capacity has opened opportunities for even deeper immersion into the world’s most enriching regions, such as French Polynesia.
“There is no better way to experience these idyllic islands and atolls than by ship, and there is no better ship to connect travelers meaningfully with each destination that Silver Whisper, which is set to become the most luxurious ship to sail in the region.
“In addition to being the most spacious ship deployed to French Polynesia, she will have the most personalised service, with a crew-to-guest ratio of 1:1.3 and butler service for every suite.
“Our all-inclusive door-to-door offering, meanwhile, will enable our guests to focus on simply immersing themselves into the destinations and savoring the experience.”
Spread over a region similar in size to continental Europe, French Polynesia comprises 118 islands and atolls, combining natural beauty with iconic wildlife experiences and unique cultural encounters.
Silver Whisper’s new voyage collection will unlock many of the most enriching experiences available in the South Pacific.
Traveling slowly to immerse guests deep into each destination, Silversea’s 392-guest ship will spend multiple nights in destinations across her seven- and 14-day sailings.
TWO IMMERSIVE ITINERARIES, 17 SAILINGS
From April 6, 2026, Silver Whisper will undertake 17 voyages in French Polynesia, homeporting out of Papeete, Tahiti.
A mark of the brand’s destination leadership, Silversea’s destination experts spent months scouting the region to identify the very best islands and atolls in which to call, as well as the most engaging experiences for guests.
Travelers can choose from seven or 14-night itineraries including 7-days The Society Islands and 14-days The Society Islands, Tuamotu and Marquesas Islands.
Additionally, a 21-day Easter Island sailing, departing Valparaiso on March 16, and two combination voyages broaden the regional offering for guests.
Agents can view all voyages in Silversea’s new French Polynesia collection:
https://www.silversea.com/lp-leader-in-luxury-cruising-french-polynesia-and-pacific-1.html
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