French Riviera · Côte d'Azur · Private crewed charter
A week on the French Riviera
Sun, sea, gastronomy and plenty of glamour. Sail from Nice to Monaco, Cannes and Saint-Tropez, with quiet islands and wooded coves in between.
Sample itinerary
Nice to Antibes, seven nights
A classic Côte d'Azur week, from small fishing villages and wooded islands to the bright lights of the Riviera's most famous ports.
- Day1
Nice to Villefranche-sur-Mer
Embark in Nice and sail a few miles to the bay of Villefranche for a peaceful lunch at anchor, then on to Beaulieu-sur-Mer for the night.
Lunch at anchor · Swim - Day2
Monaco
Wake to sunrise over the cliffs framing Monaco. Enjoy water sports in the bay, then shopping, the Oceanographic Museum or the Casino de Monte-Carlo.
Water sports · Shopping · Casino - Day3
Cannes & the Lérins Islands
Swim in the clear channel between Sainte-Marguerite and Saint-Honorat, lunch at a famous island restaurant, then enjoy Cannes's gourmet dining and nightlife.
Swim · Dine ashore · Nightlife - Day4
Saint-Tropez via the Esterel
Pass the dramatic red rocks of the Esterel on the way to Saint-Tropez. Berth or anchor nearby and enjoy the village's boutiques, bars and restaurants.
Scenic sail · Village · Nightlife - Day5
Pampelonne & the Golden Isles
Relax at Pampelonne's famous beach clubs, then sail to Porquerolles and Port-Cros National Park, scented with pine forest.
Beach clubs · National park · Swim - Day6
Juan-les-Pins & Cap d'Antibes
Cruise to Cap d'Antibes to explore the old town of Antibes and the Picasso Museum, with excellent restaurants nearby.
Art · Old town · Dining - Day7
Antibes
A final swim in the Baie de l'Argent Faux between the cliffs and grand villas of Cap d'Antibes, followed by a farewell dinner.
Final swim · Farewell dinner
This is a sample route. Every charter is tailored: your captain will adapt the plan around wind, weather and what your group enjoys most.
Charter area
Where you'll sail
- Start · Nice
- Finish · Antibes
- Nearest airport · Nice Côte d'Azur (NCE)
- Best season · May to October
Make it yours
More of the South of France
Corsica
A wilder, mountainous island a day's sail south, with Bonifacio's cliffs and the Scandola reserve.
Marseille & the Calanques
Limestone fjords and Marseille's Vieux-Port, home of bouillabaisse.
Event weeks
The Cannes Film Festival and Monaco Grand Prix in May bring a unique atmosphere. Book well ahead.
What to expect
What is included
Usually included
- The yacht, captain and crew
- Linens, towels and water toys
- Your private chef on fully crewed yachts
Usually extra
- APA (Advance Provisioning Allowance), typically 25 to 35% of the charter fee, which covers food, drinks, fuel and berthing, with a full account at the end
- VAT on the charter fee, at the local rate
- Crew gratuity, typically 10 to 15%
- Flights and transfers
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
How much does a crewed yacht charter in the French Riviera cost?
Rates depend on the yacht, season and group size. Charters here are usually priced for the yacht and crew, plus an APA (typically 25 to 35%) for food, drinks, fuel and berthing, and local taxes. Your broker gives you a full, transparent quote.
What is APA?
APA stands for Advance Provisioning Allowance. In the Mediterranean, charters are usually priced for the yacht and crew only. The APA is paid in advance and covers food, drinks, fuel, marina fees and similar running costs. Your captain keeps a full record and any unspent balance is returned to you.
When is the best time to charter on the French Riviera?
The season runs from May to October. June and September offer warm weather with fewer crowds; July and August are the busiest months.
Can we berth in Saint-Tropez and Monaco?
Berths in the busiest ports are limited in peak season. Your broker and captain book them in advance or arrange nearby anchorages.
Your week, your way
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