This December, discerning travellers will have the rare opportunity to combine luxury yachting and island indulgence as The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands welcomes Luminara, the newest superyacht in The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection, for an exclusive Sail and Stay experience in the Indian Ocean.
Launched in July 2025, Luminara brings a new level of elegance to sea travel with 226 impeccably designed suites, curated wellness spaces, and culinary programmes led by Michelin-starred chefs Fabio Trabocchi and Michael Mina. The yacht will offer two specially curated itineraries—Mauritius to Maldives and Maldives to Singapore—each paired with a two-night stay at The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, one of the Indian Ocean’s most celebrated luxury island resorts.
Two curated itineraries for a seamless voyage
Mauritius to Maldives
Departs December 3, 2025 – Nine nights plus two-night resort stay
Guests begin their journey sailing from Mauritius, calling at Mahé and La Digue in the Seychelles before arriving in the Maldives. The experience ends with one final night aboard Luminara, followed by a two-night stay in an Ocean Pool Villa at The Ritz-Carlton Maldives.
Maldives to Singapore
Departs December 10, 2025 – Eleven nights plus two-night resort stay
Beginning with two nights immersed in Maldivian island life, guests board Luminara from the resort’s private jetty and set sail to Colombo, Galle Fort, the Andaman Islands, and through the iconic seascapes of Phuket and Langkawi, before arriving in Singapore.
A voyage defined by luxury and artistry
Onboard Luminara, guests enjoy one of the highest employee-to-guest and space-to-guest ratios in the industry. Highlights include:
- Fine dining by world-renowned chefs
- The Ritz-Carlton Spa with treatments by 111SKIN, ESPA, and Pisterzi
- A curated art collection featuring works by Paul Klee, David Hockney, and Alexander Calder
- Elegant public spaces designed for connection, reflection, and cultural discovery
The Ritz-Carlton Maldives: where the sea meets design
Guests staying at The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands will enjoy:
- Two nights in an Ocean Pool Villa, with expansive sundecks, private infinity pools, and panoramic Indian Ocean views
- Bamford Spa treatments, guided snorkelling and diving with marine naturalists, and elevated cuisine including Japanese omakase, Lebanese mezze, and Southern Italian fare
- Access to Fari Marina Village, home to James Turrell’s Amarta installation, art galleries, and culinary venues like Arabesque and Tum Tum
Exclusive pricing and availability
Rates for this once-in-a-lifetime experience begin at $12,400 USD per person, including:
- Two-night stay at The Ritz-Carlton Maldives with daily breakfast
- Full voyage aboard Luminara with all meals, amenities, and curated programming
Packages are limited and offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Villa upgrades and bespoke excursions are available for an additional cost.
To explore or reserve your voyage, visit: ritzcarltonyachtcollection.com/trc-maldives-collaboration