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A Ritz-Carlton superyacht anchored off a Mediterranean coastline
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The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection

The service and polish of The Ritz-Carlton, translated to three intimate superyachts.

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The line

The Ritz-Carlton, at sea

The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection brings the hotel brand’s legendary service to the water. Its ships are true superyachts, small and sleek, built to slip into smaller harbors and yachting hideaways that larger vessels cannot reach, then linger there with overnight and late-evening stays.

Operated under The Ritz-Carlton name, part of Marriott International’s luxury portfolio, the collection debuted in 2022 with Evrima and has since added Ilma in 2024 and Luminara in 2025. Every accommodation is a suite with a private terrace, and the tone aboard is relaxed, contemporary and unmistakably yacht rather than cruise.

Style
Ultra-luxury yachting
Fleet
3 superyachts
Guests
298 to 452
Fares
Largely inclusive
Sails to
Med, Caribbean, N. Europe
Launched
2022
In a word

“It reads less like a cruise and more like your own yacht, run with the instincts of The Ritz-Carlton.”

A Ritz-Carlton yacht suite opening onto a private terrace

Three superyachts, all-suite living

The fleet is small by design. Evrima, the first yacht, carries around 298 guests across 149 suites, while the newer and slightly larger Ilma and Luminara each offer roughly 224 to 226 suites and airy, light-filled public spaces. Every suite has its own private terrace.

Because the yachts are so intimate, the spaces never feel crowded and the crew comes to know you quickly. The look is modern and residential rather than gilded, closer to a private yacht than a grand hotel lobby.

The pool deck aboard a Ritz-Carlton yacht

Dining, spa and a marina off the stern

Dining carries real pedigree, anchored by S.E.A., a signature restaurant developed with three-Michelin-star chef Sven Elverfeld, alongside relaxed all-day venues and open-air tables on deck. Wines, spirits, gratuities and most dining are included in the fare.

Each yacht has a Ritz-Carlton spa and a watersports marina that folds out from the stern, so on calm days guests can swim, paddle and play straight off the ship. It is a genuinely yacht-like way to spend a sea day.

Guests relaxing on the open deck of a Ritz-Carlton yacht at sunset

Yachting harbors and unhurried stays

The collection sails the Mediterranean and the Caribbean, with Northern Europe and transatlantic crossings in the mix. Itineraries favor smaller ports and glamorous yachting harbors, often with overnight or late stays so evenings ashore are yours.

This is cruising built around the rhythm of a yacht rather than a schedule. We help you match the right yacht and season to the coastline you most want to explore.

Since The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection sails Italian waters, it is easy to add a Sicily food and wine tour to your trip.

Booking The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection with CDV

Why book through us

Exclusive Ritz-Carlton Yacht value

Group amenities and onboard credit on the collection’s sailings that you will not find booking direct.

Combinable offers

Our exclusive value can usually be layered with the collection’s current promotions, plus your loyalty recognition.

Luxury specialists

Advisors who know all three yachts suite by suite and match the right ship, category and voyage to you.

Seamless land and sea

Because we run our own tours ashore, we make it easy to add a CDV land tour where your voyage begins or ends.

Pair your voyage with a land tour

Sail the Mediterranean, then dig into Sicily

Ritz-Carlton yacht itineraries thread the Italian coast and its islands, which pairs beautifully with our own culinary tours. Add a Sicily food tour with Culture Discovery and follow the markets, vineyards and coastline of the island at your own pace.

See the Sicily food tour
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Frequently asked questions

What is The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection?

It is the seagoing brand of The Ritz-Carlton, offering ultra-luxury voyages aboard three intimate superyachts. The idea is to pair the hotel company’s service with the freedom of a private yacht, sailing smaller harbors with relaxed, all-suite living.

How many yachts are in the collection?

There are three: Evrima, which launched in 2022, Ilma, which followed in 2024, and Luminara, which debuted in 2025. Evrima is the smallest at about 298 guests, while Ilma and Luminara are a little larger.

Who owns and operates the collection?

The yachts sail under The Ritz-Carlton brand, part of Marriott International’s luxury portfolio, operated as The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection. That connection is why the onboard service and standards feel so close to the hotels.

What is included in the fare?

Fares are largely inclusive, typically covering suite accommodations, most dining, wines and spirits, gratuities and use of the marina and onboard facilities. Some specialty experiences and shore excursions are extra. We confirm the exact inclusions for your voyage before you book.

Can I use Marriott Bonvoy points or benefits?

The collection is tied to Marriott’s Ritz-Carlton brand, and loyalty recognition has featured in its program, though the specifics can change. We confirm the current Bonvoy earning and recognition details for your sailing when we quote it.

What is the dress code aboard?

The style is refined yacht casual. Days are relaxed and evenings are polished but never black-tie, in keeping with the yachting mood. We can outline what to pack for your specific itinerary.

Where do the yachts sail?

The collection focuses on the Mediterranean and the Caribbean, with Northern Europe and transatlantic crossings as well. Itineraries favor smaller ports and yachting harbors, often with overnight or late stays.

How much does a Ritz-Carlton yacht voyage cost?

Fares vary by yacht, suite category, season and voyage length, and much is included, so the headline number is not comparable to a mainstream cruise. Rather than quote a misleading range, we price your specific voyage and secure the best available CDV value. Request a complimentary quote and we will lay out the real numbers.

Ready to sail with The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection?

Complimentary quote, exclusive CDV value, and a specialist who plans it around you.

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