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Silversea Cruises 2027 Silver Muse Itinerary

Incheon (Seoul) to Hong Kong

Voyage SM271025013 | 13 daysDates October 25-November 7 2027Ship Silver Muse

Review this Silversea itinerary with Deluxe Cruises for ship selection, suite guidance, availability, preferred rates, and special amenities before you reserve.

Silver Muse Incheon (Seoul) to Hong Kong voyage SM271025013 itinerary map
Incheon (Seoul) to Hong Kong itinerary map for voyage SM271025013

October 25-November 7 2027 · Voyage SM271025013

Ports & shore experiences

Each destination is shown once. Select a city to reveal its description and verified voyage-specific shore experiences; repeated calls are combined in one panel.

October 25 2027 Incheon (Seoul) South Korea · Departure 19:00

About Incheon (Seoul)

Incheon (Seoul) in South Korea brings together urban architecture during this scheduled port call. These verified features help explain the character of the destination and the range of sightseeing available nearby. Travelers can use the published schedule to plan their time ashore and confirm final arrangements closer to departure.

Shore planning

No voyage-specific shore-experience list is available in the current verified data for this call. Deluxe Cruises can help review suitable independent or cruise-program options closer to departure.

October 26 2027, November 3 2027 & November 6 2027 Day at sea International waters · No port call

A day aboard Silver Muse

October 26, 2027, November 3, 2027, November 6, 2027 are scheduled without a port call. Guests can follow the ship's published onboard program during these passages.

Planning note

Daily onboard activities and their times are confirmed aboard the ship and may change, so no unverified program details are shown here.

October 27 2027 Jeju South Korea · 08:00-17:00 · 10 listed experiences

About Jeju

Jeju in South Korea brings together island scenery, volcanic landscapes, and mountain scenery during this scheduled port call. These verified features help explain the character of the destination and the range of sightseeing available nearby. Travelers can use the published schedule to plan their time ashore and confirm final arrangements closer to departure.

Shore experiences currently listed

  • Jeju City Highlights — moderate activity
  • Jeju's Natural Wonders — extensive activity
  • Forest Park, Green Tea & Foot Bath Experience — moderate activity
  • Taekwondo Performance & Local Lunch — minimal activity
  • Jeju by Private Car with Guide - Half Day — minimal activity
  • Jeju by Private Car with Guide - Full Day — minimal activity
  • Jeju by Private Van with Guide - Half Day — minimal activity
  • Jeju by Private Van with Guide - Full Day — minimal activity
  • Scenic Jeju and Seongsan Sunrise Peak — extensive activity
  • S.A.L.T. Meet Korea's Famed Female Free Divers with Traditional Lunch — moderate activity
October 28 2027 Busan South Korea · 09:30-19:00 · 11 listed experiences

About Busan

Busan in South Korea brings together mountain scenery, local traditions, and sacred architecture during this scheduled port call. These verified features help explain the character of the destination and the range of sightseeing available nearby. Travelers can use the published schedule to plan their time ashore and confirm final arrangements closer to departure.

Shore experiences currently listed

  • Introduction to Busan — moderate activity
  • Local Markets and Hands-On Cuisine — moderate activity
  • UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Gyeongju — extensive activity
  • Highlights of Busan — moderate activity
  • Gamcheon Cultural Village & Local Market — extensive activity
  • Treasures of Busan — extensive activity
  • Busan by Private Car with Guide - Full Day — minimal activity
  • Busan by Private Car with Guide - Half Day — minimal activity
  • Busan by Private Van with Guide - Full Day — minimal activity
  • Busan by Private Van with Guide - Half Day — minimal activity
  • S.A.L.T. Intimate Korean Temple Food Experience at Historic Buddhist Temple — extensive activity
October 29 2027 Nagasaki Japan · 08:00-18:00 · 11 listed experiences

About Nagasaki

Nagasaki in Japan brings together island scenery, mountain scenery, and cultural attractions during this scheduled port call. These verified features help explain the character of the destination and the range of sightseeing available nearby. Travelers can use the published schedule to plan their time ashore and confirm final arrangements closer to departure.

Shore experiences currently listed

  • Nagasaki by Private Car with Guide - Half Day — minimal activity
  • Peace Memorial Park & Mt.Inasa — minimal activity
  • Nagasaki by Private Van with Guide - Full Day — minimal activity
  • Shimabara Peninsula — extensive activity
  • Historical Nagasaki — moderate activity
  • Nagasaki by Private Car with Guide - Full Day — minimal activity
  • Nagasaki Memorial — moderate activity
  • Arita Porcelain Town — moderate activity
  • Highlights of Nagasaki — extensive activity
  • Nagasaki by Private Van with Guide - Half Day — minimal activity
  • S.A.L.T. Nagasaki's Multicultural Heritage with Lunch at Historic Restaurant — extensive activity
October 30 2027 Kagoshima (Kyushu Island) Japan · 09:30-19:00 · 11 listed experiences

About Kagoshima (Kyushu Island)

Kagoshima (Kyushu Island) in Japan brings together volcanic landscapes, gardens, and urban architecture during this scheduled port call. These verified features help explain the character of the destination and the range of sightseeing available nearby. Travelers can use the published schedule to plan their time ashore and confirm final arrangements closer to departure.

Shore experiences currently listed

  • Kagoshima by Private Car with Guide - Full Day — minimal activity
  • Ibusuki Sand Bath - Japanese Style Hot Springs Experience — minimal activity
  • Views of Kagoshima — moderate activity
  • Iso Garden & Sushi Experience — moderate activity
  • Kagoshima by Private Van with Guide - Half Day — minimal activity
  • Chiran Samurai Residence & Peace Museum — moderate activity
  • Sakurajima Active Volcano & Iso Garden — moderate activity
  • Kagoshima by Private Van with Guide - Full Day — minimal activity
  • Landscapes of Kagoshima — moderate activity
  • Kagoshima by Private Car with Guide - Half Day — minimal activity
  • Sakurajima Volcano & Arimura Observatory — moderate activity
October 31 2027 Aburatsu Japan · 08:00-17:00 · 10 listed experiences

About Aburatsu

Aburatsu in Japan is a confirmed call with published shore options centered on forest scenery, coastal scenery, and island scenery. Published shore choices include Inohae Gorge Forest Walk and Scenic Nichinan Coast's Treasures, offering concrete ways to experience the destination. The listed choices and activity levels help guests compare suitable ways to spend their available time ashore.

Shore experiences currently listed

  • Aoshima Sacred Island and Shochu Experience — moderate activity
  • Inohae Gorge Forest Walk — extensive activity
  • Best of Aburatsu — extensive activity
  • Aburatsu by Private Van with Guide - Full Day — minimal activity
  • Aburatsu by Private Van with Guide - Half Day — minimal activity
  • Scenic Nichinan Coast's Treasures — extensive activity
  • Mystical Udo Shrine and Historic Obi Samurai Castle Town — extensive activity
  • Aburatsu by Private Car with Guide - Full Day — minimal activity
  • Cape Toi Wild Horse Discovery — moderate activity
  • Aburatsu by Private Car with Guide - Half Day — minimal activity
November 1 2027 Naze, Amani Oshima Japan · 09:30-19:00 · 9 listed experiences

About Naze, Amani Oshima

Naze, Amani Oshima brings together historic landmarks, island scenery, and wildlife during this scheduled port call. These verified features help explain the character of the destination and the range of sightseeing available nearby. Travelers can use the published schedule to plan their time ashore and confirm final arrangements closer to departure.

Shore experiences currently listed

  • Amami Nature Forest Walk — moderate activity
  • Amami Snorkeling Adventure — physically fit
  • Essence of Amami Oshima — moderate activity
  • Canoeing in the Mangrove — physically fit
  • Highlights of Amami Oshima — moderate activity
  • Naze by Private Van with Guide - Full Day — minimal activity
  • Naze by Private Car with Guide - Half Day — minimal activity
  • Naze by Private Car with Guide - Full Day — minimal activity
  • Naze by Private Van with Guide - Half Day — minimal activity
November 2 2027 Naha Okinawa Japan · 10:00-21:00 · 10 listed experiences

About Naha Okinawa

Naha Okinawa in Japan brings together culinary traditions, historic landmarks, and island scenery during this scheduled port call. These verified features help explain the character of the destination and the range of sightseeing available nearby. Travelers can use the published schedule to plan their time ashore and confirm final arrangements closer to departure.

Shore experiences currently listed

  • Naha by Private Car & Guide - Half Day — minimal activity
  • Naha Sightseeing — minimal activity
  • Naha by Private Van & Guide - Full Day — moderate activity
  • Okinawa Exploration with Japanese Lunch — extensive activity
  • Battle of Okinawa – A Remembrance — extensive activity
  • Introduction to Okinawa — extensive activity
  • Gyokusen-do Cave & Peace Memorial Museum — extensive activity
  • Sefa Utaki & Valley of Gangala Nature Walk — extensive activity
  • Naha Private Van & Guide - Half Day — minimal activity
  • Naha by Private Car & Guide - Full Day — moderate activity
November 4 2027 Ishigaki-jima Japan · 07:00-17:00

About Ishigaki-jima

Ishigaki-jima in Japan brings together island scenery, coral reefs, and mountain scenery during this scheduled port call. These verified features help explain the character of the destination and the range of sightseeing available nearby. Travelers can use the published schedule to plan their time ashore and confirm final arrangements closer to departure.

Shore planning

No voyage-specific shore-experience list is available in the current verified data for this call. Deluxe Cruises can help review suitable independent or cruise-program options closer to departure.

November 5 2027 Keelung, Taiwan China · 07:00-17:00 · 11 listed experiences

About Keelung, Taiwan

Keelung, Taiwan brings together island scenery, coastal scenery, and wildlife during this scheduled port call. These verified features help explain the character of the destination and the range of sightseeing available nearby. Travelers can use the published schedule to plan their time ashore and confirm final arrangements closer to departure.

Shore experiences currently listed

  • Zhi Nan Temple & Tea Time — moderate activity
  • Taipei On Your Own Exploration — moderate activity
  • Taiwanese Market & Cooking Experience — moderate activity
  • Keelung Highlights & The Natural Wonders of Yehliu Geopark — moderate activity
  • Shifen Waterfall & Sky Lantern Ceremony — extensive activity
  • Temples of Taipei — moderate activity
  • The Mountain Village of Jiufen & Old Street — extensive activity
  • Keelung by Private Car with Guide - Half Day — moderate activity
  • Keelung by Private Car with Guide - Full Day — moderate activity
  • Keelung by Private Van with Guide - Half Day — moderate activity
  • Keelung by Private Van with Guide - Full Day — moderate activity
November 7 2027 Hong Kong China · Arrival 07:00 · 11 listed experiences

About Hong Kong

Hong Kong in China brings together waterfront landmarks, mountain scenery, and sacred architecture during this scheduled port call. These verified features help explain the character of the destination and the range of sightseeing available nearby. Travelers can use the published schedule to plan their time ashore and confirm final arrangements closer to departure.

Shore experiences currently listed

  • The New Territories - Heritage & Tradition — moderate activity
  • Tai Chi, Tea & Dim Sum — moderate activity
  • Hong Kong by Private Van with Guide - Half Day — minimal activity
  • Chinese Cooking Lesson – Private Kitchen — moderate activity
  • Hong Kong by Private Car with Guide - Half Day — minimal activity
  • Classic Highlights of Hong Kong — moderate activity
  • Hong Kong Old & New On Foot — extensive activity
  • Herbs & Tonic Lunch Experience — moderate activity
  • Highlights of Hong Kong (Tour & Airport Transfer) — moderate activity
  • Hong Kong Exploration (Tour & Airport Transfer) — moderate activity
  • Glimpse of Hong Kong — moderate activity

Please note: Shore-experience names, activity levels, availability, and schedules can change before departure. Confirm the final program with Deluxe Cruises closer to sailing. No excursion prices or cruise-line links are included on this page.

A closer look at this sailing

Incheon (Seoul) to Hong Kong aboard Silver Muse

Silversea presents Incheon (Seoul) to Hong Kong aboard Silver Muse on 25 October–7 November 2027, travelling from Incheon (Seoul) to Hong Kong.

In published order, the route includes Incheon (Seoul), Jeju, Busan, Nagasaki, Kagoshima (Kyushu Island), Aburatsu, Naze, Amani Oshima, Naha Okinawa, Ishigaki-jima, Keelung, Taiwan, Hong Kong. The itinerary includes 3 sea days.

Personalized cruise planning with Silversea

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Silver Muse | Voyage SM271025013 | October 25-November 7, 2027 | 13 days Incheon (Seoul) to Hong Kong

Luxury cruise planning summary

Silver Muse October 25-November 7 2027: is Voyage SM271025013 right for you?

This 13-day voyage aboard Silver Muse sails Incheon (Seoul) to Hong Kong, with calls including Jeju, Busan, Nagasaki, and Kagoshima (Kyushu Island) and 3 published sea days. Voyage SM271025013 matches the latest verified voyage-search dataset used by this website. Before reserving, ask Deluxe Cruises to compare accommodations, deck location, inclusions, current availability, and any family, medical, dietary, or accessibility arrangements for this exact departure.

Best for
Travelers considering a 13-day Incheon (Seoul) to Hong Kong aboard Silver Muse, including Jeju, Busan, Nagasaki, and Kagoshima (Kyushu Island).
Why Deluxe Cruises
Personal guidance for Voyage SM271025013, including accommodation, deck location, itinerary, inclusion, and special-request comparisons.
Before you book
Confirm current availability, exact itinerary details, accommodation benefits, applicable preferred-rate opportunities, and documented guest requirements.

Questions travelers ask

Why book Silver Muse Voyage SM271025013 with Deluxe Cruises?

Deluxe Cruises provides personal planning for Voyage SM271025013, including accommodation and deck-location comparisons, current availability and preferred-rate guidance, and help documenting family, medical, dietary, or accessibility requests before departure.

What should travelers compare for Voyage SM271025013?

For the October 25-November 7 2027 Incheon (Seoul) to Hong Kong, compare the published schedule, accommodation category and location, included services, current availability, and any special requirements before you reserve.

How do I request a personalized luxury cruise quote?

Email info@deluxecruises.com, call +1-702-501-7105, or use WhatsApp +1-702-900-9975 and mention Voyage SM271025013 to request a personalized quote from Deluxe Cruises.

What is included and not included on Silver Muse Voyage SM271025013?

Silver Muse's published core onboard inclusions cover butler service in every suite, dining and 24-hour in-suite dining, selected champagne, wines and spirits, coffee and tea, enrichment and entertainment, Wi-Fi at the applicable suite tier, onboard gratuities, and port taxes and fees. Because Silver Muse operates Classic voyages, the shore benefit for the October 25-November 7 2027 Incheon (Seoul) to Hong Kong depends on the selected fare and final booking. Optional air, transfers and hotels are included only when stated in the booking. Premium beverages, spa and salon treatments, selected classes or dining, Wi-Fi upgrades, laundry unless attached to the category or voyage, telephone service, medical care and insurance, and personal purchases can cost extra. The exact fare and booking confirmation control.

What bed is provided for a child or third guest on Silver Muse Voyage SM271025013?

For the October 25-November 7 2027 Incheon (Seoul) to Hong Kong, Silver Muse uses twin or king beds in upper-suite primary bedrooms and twin or queen beds in connecting bedrooms and Veranda categories. Grand, Royal, Silver and Medallion Suites publish a convertible sofa for an additional guest. Selected Veranda Suites accommodate three guests without identifying the third-bed type. Deluxe Cruises will confirm the exact suite number, occupancy, sleeping arrangement and child eligibility before booking; no rollaway, Pullman or sofa bed is assumed unless the ship's current deck plan identifies it.

Are shore excursions included on Silver Muse Voyage SM271025013, and can Deluxe Cruises help with alternatives?

For the October 25-November 7 2027 Incheon (Seoul) to Hong Kong, Silversea's current Classic-voyage structure gives All-Inclusive Plus a voyage-dependent shore-excursion credit; All-Inclusive and Last-Minute fares do not include that credit, so no individual excursion is assumed included until the fare and tour selection are confirmed. The final program remains subject to availability, weather and operating conditions. If a preferred experience falls outside the included benefit, Deluxe Cruises can compare independent alternatives and check whether a lower price or better value is available than booking through the cruise line. Availability and savings vary and are confirmed before purchase.

How does Internet and Wi-Fi work aboard Silver Muse for Voyage SM271025013?

For the October 25-November 7 2027 Incheon (Seoul) to Hong Kong, Wi-Fi follows Silver Muse's current suite-category rules. Current Classic-fleet guidance lists Premium Wi-Fi for Silver Muse's Medallion, Silver, Royal, Grand and Owner's Suites and Standard Wi-Fi for Vista, Panorama and Veranda categories. Standard service is intended for browsing, messaging and email; Premium is designed for social posting, streaming, and voice or video calls. Additional packages or upgrades can cost extra, and satellite availability and performance are not guaranteed.

What are Silver Muse's verified headline statistics?
632Guests
415Crew
316Suites
40,700 GTGross tonnage
2017Year built
2025Last published refurbishment
What clothes should I bring for this October itinerary?

Deluxe Cruises packing guidance for this October itinerary

  • Pack versatile layers suited to the route and season, including a light sweater and compact wind- and water-resistant outer layer.
  • Bring comfortable, supportive, non-slip walking shoes for piers, steps, cobbled streets, and longer touring days.
  • Add sun protection, a compact umbrella, and clothing that covers shoulders and knees where local religious or cultural sites require modest dress.

Silversea dress guidance

  • For sailings on or after June 1, 2026, daytime dress is relaxed resort wear and indoor evening dress after 6:00 PM is Elegant Casual. Refined denim and dress sneakers are accepted; distressed denim, athletic shoes, shorts, hats and flip-flops are not appropriate in evening indoor spaces.
  • Classic voyages of seven days or fewer have no Formal Optional evening; voyages of eight to 14 days may have up to two, and longer voyages may have two or more. Elegant Casual remains acceptable on Formal Optional nights.
  • Expedition voyages use Elegant Casual every evening rather than Formal Optional nights. Destination-specific outdoor and expedition packing lists still control ashore.

Packing suggestions are Deluxe Cruises editorial guidance; the cruise line's final documents and the weather forecast control the last check.

What services and amenities are available aboard Silver Muse?
  • Published core onboard inclusions include butler service for every suite, dining, selected beverages, Wi-Fi, entertainment, fitness facilities and gratuities.
  • Air, transfers, hotels, shore excursions, expedition gear and other benefits depend on the selected fare, product and itinerary; verify the exact booking rather than describing them as fleetwide.

Venues, hours, inclusions, equipment, and operating conditions can vary by ship and sailing. Deluxe Cruises will reconfirm the details for this departure.

What fitness, sports, or wellness facilities does Silver Muse have?
  • Current Silversea ships publish a fitness center, with equipment, classes and wellness facilities varying by ship. Sauna, steam and relaxation areas are associated with the onboard spa where fitted.
  • Private instruction, specialty classes, treatments, hours and participation rules can differ or carry an additional charge and should be reconfirmed.

Class schedules, age rules, treatment access, operating hours, and equipment availability are confirmed for the exact ship and voyage.

What accommodation features and services can Silver Muse guests expect?
  • Silversea accommodations are ocean-view suites, almost all with a private veranda, and every suite has butler service. Published service includes in-suite dining, with menu and hours governed by the ship's current guide.
  • Suite size, veranda, occupancy, bath arrangement, connected options, accessible layout and category benefits differ by ship and suite number; use the exact deck plan.

Review the exact room or suite number, category, deck position, layout, and benefits for Voyage SM271025013 before reserving.

Can children and babies sail aboard Silver Muse?
  • The current published minimum is six months for most Classic voyages, one year for ocean crossings and five years for Expedition voyages. Zodiac and expedition activities can impose higher participation limits.
  • A guest under 18 must travel with a parent, legal guardian or responsible adult over 21 and meet the applicable berthing and consent-document rules.
  • Do not promise childcare, babysitting or children's programming; availability is not fleetwide and many expedition operations require an adult family member to remain with a child.
  • A guest who will enter the 24th week of pregnancy or later at any time during the voyage is not eligible to sail. The applicable booking conditions and any medical-certificate requirement should be confirmed before booking.

For Voyage SM271025013: do not assume a supervised program, babysitting, crib, or child-specific service unless it is confirmed for this sailing.

How does Silver Muse handle special needs, medical arrangements, and accessibility?
  • Notify Silversea about mobility, communication, medical-equipment and accommodation needs when booking so available arrangements can be assessed.
  • Accessible suites are limited. Guests generally bring their own approved mobility device and a capable companion for personal care; gangways, tenders, Zodiacs, piers and excursions can prevent participation.
  • Expedition access is particularly conditional on weather, landing site, small-craft transfer and the expedition team's safety decision. Never promise a landing or shore activity as accessible.
  • Silversea ships carry medical facilities for acute illness and injury, but onboard care is limited and remote voyages can delay or prevent specialist care and evacuation.
  • Bring adequate medication and required equipment, disclose special needs, and expect medical consultation, treatment, medication and transport to be charged unless a contract states otherwise.

Important: access varies by accommodation, gangway, pier, tender, shore transport, and operating conditions. Document needs when requesting the booking and reconfirm them before travel.

What is the smoking policy aboard Silver Muse?
  • Smoking and electronic cigarettes are prohibited in suites, private verandas and most indoor and public areas; use is limited to designated smoking locations.
  • Cigar and pipe use is further restricted to designated outdoor areas or a published cigar venue where available. Locations differ by ship and can change, so follow onboard signs.

Designated locations and onboard rules can change. Follow the policy, posted signs, and crew instructions in force for the voyage.

How can I find the best cruise airfare for Silver Muse Voyage SM271025013?

For flights to Incheon (Seoul) before this Silver Muse cruise and home from Hong Kong after Voyage SM271025013, compare schedules, fare rules, baggage allowances, connection times, and change options—not airfare alone. Visit the Deluxe Cruises Cruise Airfare page to explore flight options designed around your cruise and potential ways to save money. Airfares and savings vary, and Deluxe Cruises will help confirm suitable travel dates and connection time before booking.

Where can I review cruise travel insurance information?

Visit the Deluxe Cruises Cruise Travel Insurance page to prepare for a quote and compare optional protection with Travel Insured.

You can also search the Deluxe Cruises Cruise-Line Travel Insurance Directory for cruise-line-specific plan companies, insurer or administrator contacts, available policy-document links, and published pre-existing-condition purchase guidance. Plan terms and availability can change; the policy or certificate issued for your state controls.

How do I create a My Silversea account and connect Silver Muse Voyage SM271025013 after booking with Deluxe Cruises?

Before you begin: After Deluxe Cruises confirms Silver Muse Voyage SM271025013 and provides the Silversea booking number, you can connect the cruise to a guest account. The Silversea booking number—not a Deluxe Cruises invoice, receipt, or payment reference—is requested by My Silversea. Final payment is not stated as a requirement for account registration.

  1. Step 1 — Create the account: Open the official My Silversea guest portal from Silversea's website and select Register now. Enter the email address you want to use, choose the preferred language, accept the privacy policy, and continue.
  2. Step 2 — Identify yourself as a booked guest: When asked which type of user you are, choose I already have a booking. Do not choose the travel-agent option.
  3. Step 3 — Match the reservation: Enter the registering guest's first and last names exactly as shown on valid passport or government-issued identification. Then enter the Silversea booking number, country of residence, and date of birth.
  4. Step 4 — Complete registration and sign in: Follow the remaining account and password instructions shown or sent by Silversea, then sign in with the registered email address and password.
  5. Step 5 — Open the booking: Use the Bookings area to review Silver Muse Voyage SM271025013 and the reservation or voyage-planning features Silversea currently makes available.

If Silver Muse Voyage SM271025013 does not appear, recheck the guest's name, date of birth, country of residence, and Silversea booking number. If the account already exists, sign in instead of making another and use Forgot Password if needed. Contact Deluxe Cruises so your advisor can verify the number and guest record with Silversea.

Portal access and available documents or planning features depend on Silversea matching the reservation and on the booking stage. Deluxe Cruises remains your travel advisor for changes or assistance. Keep your portal password private; Deluxe Cruises does not need it.