THE RITZ-CARLTON YACHT COLLECTION

Where legendary Ritz-Carlton service meets the open sea. Purpose-built luxury yachts carrying fewer than 300 guests, all-suite accommodations with private terraces, Michelin-starred dining, and access to exclusive ports that larger ships simply cannot reach.

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ULTRA-LUXURY YACHTING, REDEFINED

The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection brings the legendary service and refined elegance of The Ritz-Carlton brand to the open ocean. With purpose-built luxury yachts carrying fewer than 300 guests, this is an entirely new category of cruising – one that feels more like a private yacht experience than a traditional cruise. Every suite features a private terrace, and the intimate scale means deeply personalized service with one of the highest staff-to-guest ratios in the industry.

AT A GLANCE

Cruise Line: The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection – Ultra-Luxury, All-Suite Yachting

Fleet: Purpose-built luxury yachts including Evrima (298 guests), Ilma (launched 2024), and Luminara (launching 2025)

Destinations: Mediterranean, Caribbean, Northern Europe, Transatlantic, and beyond

Service: Among the highest staff-to-guest ratios at sea with signature Ritz-Carlton service

Signature Feature: All-inclusive luxury yachting with every suite featuring a private terrace, multiple dining venues by Michelin-starred chefs, premium beverages, gratuities, Wi-Fi, and curated shore experiences

  • All-suite accommodations with private terraces and personalized minibar
  • Multiple dining venues including cuisine by Michelin-starred chef Sven Elverfeld
  • Premium wines, champagne, spirits, and beverages throughout the yacht
  • Gratuities and onboard Wi-Fi
  • Onboard marina with water sports equipment
  • 24-hour in-suite dining
  • Entertainment and enrichment programming
  • Fitness center, spa facilities, and wellness experiences

*Shore excursions and some spa treatments are available at additional cost. Select promotions may include additional inclusions.

  • The renowned Ritz-Carlton service philosophy – where every need is anticipated and every detail perfected – brought to sea
  • Intimate yacht experience with fewer than 300 guests for a truly exclusive atmosphere
  • Purpose-built yachts designed to access harbors and ports that larger ships cannot reach
  • Onboard marina platform for kayaking, swimming, jet skiing, and water sports directly from the yacht

S.E.A.: The signature restaurant by Michelin-starred chef Sven Elverfeld, offering refined contemporary cuisine

The Evrima Room: Elegant main dining with open seating and seasonal menus

Talaat Nam: Asian-inspired cuisine in an intimate setting

The Pool House: Relaxed outdoor dining by the pool

Mistral: Al fresco Mediterranean-inspired dining

Plus 24-hour in-suite dining with curated menus, ensuring exceptional cuisine whenever and wherever you desire.

The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection fleet is purpose-built for ultra-luxury yachting. Evrima, the inaugural yacht, carries just 298 guests in 149 suites, each with a private terrace. Ilma and Luminara are the next generation of yachts, slightly larger but maintaining the intimate atmosphere with approximately 224 suites each.

Every yacht features a retractable marina platform, multiple dining venues, a full-service Ritz-Carlton Spa, a fitness center, and elegant social spaces designed for relaxed sophistication.

The yachts’ sleek design and smaller size allow them to dock in the heart of coveted ports, giving you direct access to destinations that larger cruise ships simply cannot reach.

At a Glance

ALL-INCLUSIVE YACHTING

BESPOKE LUXURY

Ritz-Carlton elegance on the open sea

  • All-suite accommodations with private terraces
  • Michelin-starred chef dining experiences
  • Premium beverages & gratuities
  • Onboard marina with water sports
  • Intimate yachts with fewer than 300 guests
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi
  • 24-hour in-suite dining

SIGNATURE RITZ-CARLTON SERVICE AT SEA

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THE “LADIES AND GENTLEMEN” PHILOSOPHY, NOW AT SEA

The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection delivers the brand’s legendary “Ladies and Gentlemen serving Ladies and Gentlemen” philosophy on the open ocean. With an exceptionally high staff-to-guest ratio, every interaction is personal, intuitive, and gracious. From the moment you step aboard, every detail is anticipated – your preferences remembered, your suite meticulously prepared, and your experience tailored to your desires. It’s the kind of deeply personal service that transforms a voyage into something you carry with you long after you’ve returned home.

MICHELIN-INSPIRED CULINARY EXCELLENCE

Dining aboard The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection is a culinary journey guided by Michelin-starred chef Sven Elverfeld. The signature restaurant S.E.A. showcases his visionary cuisine with artfully composed dishes that celebrate the finest ingredients from each region visited. Beyond S.E.A., guests enjoy a collection of distinctive venues – from the elegant Evrima Room to the vibrant flavors of Talaat Nam and relaxed al fresco options at Mistral and The Pool House. No reservations required at any of them. And 24-hour in-suite dining ensures exquisite cuisine is always just a request away.

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A sophisticated modern yacht with sleek design, featuring multiple wooden decks and lounging areas against a soft seascape during golden hour light.

YOUR PRIVATE MARINA ON THE WATER

One of the most distinctive features of The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection is the retractable marina platform at the stern of each yacht. When conditions permit, the marina opens to reveal a private playground on the water – offering complimentary kayaking, swimming, paddleboarding, and jet ski experiences directly from the yacht. It’s an experience you simply won’t find on traditional cruise ships, and it perfectly captures the spirit of intimate, yacht-style cruising. Imagine anchoring in a secluded Mediterranean cove and stepping directly from your yacht into crystal-clear waters.

WHAT SETS THIS EXPERIENCE APART

LEGENDARY SERVICE

The world-renowned Ritz-Carlton service philosophy at sea – attentive, personalized, and seamless. With one of the highest staff-to-guest ratios in the industry, every moment is crafted around you.

MICHELIN-STARRED DINING

Extraordinary cuisine crafted under the guidance of Michelin-starred chef Sven Elverfeld across multiple distinctive venues – from the signature S.E.A. restaurant to intimate al fresco dining and 24-hour in-suite service.

EXCLUSIVE DESTINATIONS

The yachts’ intimate size allows access to coveted harbors and secluded ports that larger ships cannot reach – from the Mediterranean’s hidden gems to the Caribbean’s most exclusive anchorages and beyond.

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ALL-SUITE ACCOMMODATIONS WITH PRIVATE TERRACES

Every suite aboard The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection features a private terrace – there are no inside cabins or ocean-view rooms without outdoor space. Suite categories range from the Terrace Suite to the larger Grand Suite, the Loft Suite with two-story living, and the expansive Owner’s Suite. All suites include premium bedding, marble bathrooms, personalized minibar, and thoughtful Ritz-Carlton amenities. It’s worth noting that suite sizes and layouts vary by yacht and category, and our advisors can walk you through the differences to find the right fit for your voyage.

GALLERY

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A sleek, multi-deck white luxury yacht sailing on calm blue waters with a mountainous coastline
A sophisticated modern yacht with sleek design, featuring multiple wooden decks and lounging areas

THE YACHT FLEET

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection is not a traditional cruise line – it’s a luxury yachting experience that brings the legendary Ritz-Carlton brand to the open sea. With purpose-built yachts carrying fewer than 300 guests, every suite featuring a private terrace, Michelin-starred chef dining, an onboard marina for water sports, and one of the highest staff-to-guest ratios at sea, it represents an entirely new category of ultra-luxury ocean travel. The intimate scale and Ritz-Carlton service philosophy create an experience that feels more like sailing on a private yacht.

Your voyage includes all-suite accommodations with a private terrace, multiple dining venues featuring cuisine by Michelin-starred chef Sven Elverfeld, premium wines, champagne, spirits, and beverages, gratuities, Wi-Fi, use of the onboard marina and water sports equipment, 24-hour in-suite dining, entertainment and enrichment programming, and access to spa and fitness facilities. When you book through RiverSea Cruises, you also benefit from our exclusive group rates, weekly price monitoring, and no booking fees – ever.

The fleet currently includes Evrima, the inaugural yacht carrying 298 guests in 149 suites. Ilma and Luminara are the next-generation yachts, slightly larger with approximately 224 suites each while maintaining the intimate atmosphere. Every yacht is purpose-built for luxury yachting with a retractable marina platform, multiple dining venues, a Ritz-Carlton Spa, and elegant social spaces designed for relaxed sophistication.

Every suite aboard The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection features a private terrace – there are no inside cabins or ocean-view rooms without outdoor space. Suite categories range from the Terrace Suite to the larger Grand Suite, the Loft Suite with two-story living, and the expansive Owner’s Suite. All suites include premium bedding, marble bathrooms, personalized minibar, and thoughtful Ritz-Carlton amenities. Suite sizes and layouts vary by yacht and category.

Dining is a highlight of the experience, with all restaurants included in your fare and no reservations required. S.E.A. is the signature restaurant by Michelin-starred chef Sven Elverfeld, offering refined contemporary cuisine. The Evrima Room serves elegant seasonal menus, Talaat Nam features Asian-inspired dishes, Mistral offers al fresco Mediterranean fare, and The Pool House provides relaxed outdoor dining. In-suite dining is available 24 hours with curated menus.

The yachts sail to coveted destinations across the Mediterranean, Caribbean, Northern Europe, and Transatlantic routes, with itineraries expanding to new regions. The yachts’ smaller size allows access to exclusive harbors and intimate ports that larger cruise ships cannot reach – from charming Mediterranean coastal towns to secluded Caribbean anchorages and iconic European waterfront cities.

Each yacht features a retractable marina platform at the stern that opens when the yacht is at anchor. This unique feature allows guests to enjoy complimentary water sports – including kayaking, paddleboarding, swimming, and jet skiing – directly from the yacht into the surrounding waters. It’s an experience exclusive to The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection and captures the spirit of intimate, yacht-style adventure.

The atmosphere aboard The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection is casually elegant. During the day, resort-casual attire is perfectly appropriate – think poolside chic and relaxed sophistication. In the evenings, the ambiance shifts to evening casual or elegant casual, similar to what you’d wear at an upscale restaurant. There are no formal nights. The overall feeling is relaxed luxury – polished but never stuffy.

Absolutely. The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection is an exceptional choice for honeymoons, anniversaries, milestone birthdays, and other special celebrations. The intimate setting, world-class dining, and legendary Ritz-Carlton service create an unforgettable backdrop for life’s most important moments. Our expert advisors at RiverSea Cruises can help arrange special touches and select the perfect suite and itinerary for your celebration.

When you book The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection through RiverSea Cruises, you get access to exclusive group rates with significant savings – with just one room. Our team of expert advisors, many with real cruise ship experience, provides personalized suite selection advice, itinerary planning, and insider guidance on the best voyages. We perform weekly price monitoring on every booking and automatically adjust your rate if the price drops. Plus, we never charge booking, consultation, or change fees – ever. With 365-day support, you’re never on your own from the moment you inquire to the moment you disembark.

YOUR EXTRAORDINARY VOYAGE STARTS HERE

The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection offers intimate luxury and legendary service unlike anything else at sea. When you’re ready to explore what’s possible, our expert advisors at RiverSea Cruises are here to guide you through every detail – from suite selection to itinerary planning. With exclusive group rates, weekly price monitoring, and no fees – ever – your next voyage begins with a conversation. Call us at (941) 941-8785 or email info@riverseacruises.com to get started.