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A lifetime spent cruising the Western Mediterranean Sea is not enough to uncover its endless charm. From the sophisticated port of Monaco to the smallest unassuming fishing village along Corsica's coastline, the richness and diversity of this region are unmatched anywhere else in the world.
For those wishing to 'see and be seen,' we have met very few people who do not get a buzz out of the Cote d'Azur.
Encompassing the village appeal of St. Jean-Cap Ferrat to the ultra-chic ports of Monaco, St. Tropez and Cannes, the Cote d'Azur is truly a yachtsman's paradise.
Experienced charterers often book yachts to coincide with special events such as the Cannes Film Festival or the Grand Prix of Monaco, so we suggest you start planning your charter enough time in advance.
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Sample 7-day itinerary |
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Day 1 – Varazze to Monaco (65 NM – 3 hours)
After some champagne and hors d’oeuvres, leave berth and cruise to the beautiful coves of Cap Martin, just next to Monaco. Drop anchor and swim. As the sun goes down, weigh anchor and cruise along the coast of Cap Martin to arrive in the glittering principality of Monaco. After cocktails and a “Haute Cuisine” dinner, venture up to the Casino in the famous Casino square and enjoy the Monaco nightlife.
Day 2 - Monaco, Cannes Islands, St. Tropez (45 NM - 2 hours)
After breakfast, leave the berth to the west for the Iles de Lerins. Enjoy an hour’s cruise, taking note of the beautiful Cap d’Antibes, its famous homes and hotels. Anchor between the islands in crystal blue waters. Visit the local monastery or see the tower where it is rumored that the “Man in the iron mask” was kept imprisoned. After a siesta and a swim, weigh anchor and cruise west past the red Esterel mountains rising from the sea towards St. Tropez. Enjoy cocktails watch the marvel of an evening in St. Tropez goes by.
Day 3 - St. Tropez, Pampelone Beach, Port Grimaud (17 NM – 30 min)
After breakfast, while the crew buys fresh fish from the market, slip your berth and cruise around the Cap de St. Tropez, past many of the spectacular villas to Pampelone beach. This beach is a popular spot for the yachts of St. Tropez: one mile of perfect white beach, five star restaurants in wild rock bars. As the sun goes down, tie up stern-to by the old church in Port Grimaud.
Day 4 – Port Grimaud, Cap Taillat, Porquerolles Islands (40 NM - 2 hours)
Leave St Tropez from beach Taillat, a beautiful small and quiet beach west of St Tropez. Drop anchor, swim and have lunch. Late afternoon, weigh anchor and head west for Porquerolles. These beautiful islands lie a half mile off the coast and are a protected nature reserve. Delight in a superb fish barbecue and have dinner on the top deck under the stars.
Day 5 – Porquerolles to St Raphael (38 NM - 2 hours)
In the morning, the local bakery delivers croissants and bread to the yacht by small boat. Spend the day swimming and relaxing, or visiting the local town. You can also hire mountain bikes and tour the vineyards and gardens of the islands, or take a guided tour of the underwater marine park. Late afternoon, cruise to St. Raphael.
Day 6 - St. Raphael to Cannes (17 NM – 30 min)
Depart from the port and cruise east. Anchor off the Red Esterel mountain range in the bay of La Napoule for lunch. Swim and ski during the afternoon. Early evening, anchor the yacht off the town of Cannes and watch the evening firework display. At midnight moor stern-to in the old port of Cannes and enjoy the late nightlife or casinos.
Day 7 - Cannes, Cap D’Antibes, Antibes (13 NM – 30 min)
After breakfast, the yacht will be anchored off the famous Eden Rock restaurant, where you can have lunch in this five star establishment. On your last day take a final swim, and cruise leisurely back to Antibes.
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Start bases
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Here is the list of departure bases:
Ajaccio
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Bastia
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Attention: not all boats will depart from all bases. Please ask your Yacht Vacation Specialist for further details.
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