Yacht Charter French Riviera

Charterers often debate whether to opt for a French Riviera or an Italian yacht charter. Both destinations offer unmatched experiences and refined offerings guaranteed to delight and deliver the holiday of a lifetime. Just some of the highlights that the French Riviera includes: 

• Michelin-starred restaurants and superb local eateries serving up French and international cuisine made with the very best local ingredients
• Picturesque coastlines and pretty bays and coves accessible only by boat
• Exclusive beach clubs frequented by VIPs and celebrities
• Award-winning wineries offering fantastic private tours
• Pretty towns and villages steeped in history and culture
• World-class museums and galleries to explore
• Spectacular underwater marine life and dive sites

Whatever type of luxury holiday you want, whether it’s one filled with action or you want to escape the crowds and spend your days soaking up the sun on exclusive beaches, Northrop & Johnson’s charter specialist can craft an itinerary that meets your precise needs. Contact our team today.

There are many highlights to enjoy on a yacht charter in the French Riviera. Refined ports of call with superyachts include: 

• Monaco
• Nice
• Saint Tropez
• Cannes
• Eze
• Ville Franche
• Antibes
• The Porquerolles Islands
• Saint Jean Cap Ferrat

Of course, beyond these elegant ports of call, the French Riviera offers multiple under-the-radar destinations and hidden coves and beaches to explore. If you want to charter a boat on the French Riviera, then contact the team at Northrop & Johnson. We can tailor an incredible charter itinerary tailored to your precise needs for a once-in-a-lifetime vacation.

There are so many wonderful things to do and see on a Cote d’Azur yacht charter. Highlights include: 

• Soaking up the sun on white-sandy beaches
• Enjoying some of the world’s best and most exclusive beach clubs, such as Club 55 on Pampelonne Beach in St Tropez
• Gourmet dining at Michelin-starred restaurants and refined local eateries
• Private wine-tasting and vineyard tours
• Superb selection of designer and local boutiques
• World-class galleries and museums
• Renowned events, including the F1 Grand Prix, the Monaco Yacht Show, the Monte-Carlo Masters, and the Cannes Film Festival
• Crystal clear waters, ideal for using your  yacht’s water toys
• Fantastic hiking and cycling trails
• Amazing nightspots, with celebrity DJs and a VIP crowd

The best time to enjoy a yacht charter along the French Riviera is from May to September when the weather is hottest and the Mediterranean Sea is welcoming – ideal for making the most of your yacht’s water toys. The peak season runs from June to the end of August and is the busiest. May and September are considered the shoulder seasons and are great months to escape the crowds but enjoy wonderful weather.

Whether you opt for a motor boat or sailing yacht charter in Southern France depends on your preferences. A motor yacht typically offers larger volume, more onboard amenities, and enhanced comfort levels than a comparatively sized sailing yacht. On the other hand, sailing yachts are desired for the romance they offer and the enhanced connection charterers enjoy with the ocean. Of course, sailing yachts are more sustainable than motor yachts, using less fuel as they instead harness the power of the wind.

Northrop and Johnson have a superb fleet of sailing yachts and motor boats for charter in Southern France, from 30 meters (98-foot) to more than 100 meters (382-foot). Contact our charter experts for the best selection of charter yachts on the French Riviera. 

The French Riviera is one of the most popular sailing destinations in the Mediterranean, thanks to its superb sailing conditions, refined ports-of-call, picturesque coastline, and world-class marinas and service providers. The South of France boasts a minimal tidal range and calm winds from May to September, making it an excellent sailing destination.

Northrop & Johnson has access to a spectacular selection of sailing boats for charter in the French Riviera, including the world’s finest vessels. Contact our team today. 

The French Riviera has long been the favored destination for celebrities, VIPs, royalty, and tech titans. The most exclusive destinations to see and be seen during a superyacht charter include: 

• Les Caves du Roy (St. Tropez)
  
• Club 55 (St. Tropez)
  
• La Guérite (Ile Sainte Marguerite, off of the coats of Cannes)
  
• Club Dauphin (Cap Ferrat)
  
• Jimmy’z Monte Carlo (Monaco)
  
• Monte Carlo Beach (Monaco)
  

Some of the best events to attend during a South of France yacht rental include:

• Rolex Masters Monte Carlo
  
• Cannes Film Festival
  
• Monaco Grand Prix
  
• Les Voiles d’Antibes
  
• Monaco Red Cross Ball
  
• Cannes Yachting Festival
  
• Monaco Yacht Show
  
• Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez
  

The best yachts are in high demand during these sought-after events, with many hosting extravagant parties. Contact Northrop & Johnson’s team to reserve your vessel if you want to attend any of these events. 

As one of the most sought-after cruising destinations in the Mediterranean, the best charter yachts are typically booked months in advance. Marina berths are also often booked months in advance, especially around key events such as the F1 Monaco Grand Prix, the Cannes Film Festival, and the Monaco Yacht Show. To be sure that you take advantage of the best selection of yachts and marina berths, especially those in the most exclusive such as Port Hercules and St Tropez, be sure to reserve your yacht rental in advance. Contact the team at Northrop & Johnson and let us curate a holiday of a lifetime along the Cote d’Azur.

It’s best to book your South of France boat rental as far in advance as possible to ensure the best selection of charter vessels and marina berths. Typically crewed luxury yachts are booked around six months in advance. However, some charter yachts do have last-minute availability, although itineraries might be more limited in their scope. If you want to rent a luxury yacht in the South of France, contact the charter experts at Northrop & Johnson. 

Berths in the St. Tropez Port are booked months in advance. The best way to secure a berth in the St. Tropez Port is to book on the 1st of January when the booking system opens for the coming season. It’s essential to book quickly as the harbor is small. If you cannot secure a berth, you must anchor outside the harbor and tender into town.

The best way to secure mooring in Monaco is through a reputable yacht brokerage, such as Northrop & Johnson. Mooring in Monaco is always in high demand, especially during key events such as the F1 Grand Prix. Monaco has two ports; Port Hercules in the district of La Condamine and Port Fontvieille in the district of Fontvieille. A third port, Cala del Forte, is located in Ventimiglia, Italy and is operated by Monaco Ports. Those berthing at the port can enjoy direct boat transfers to and from the principality.

Contact luxury yacht brokerage Northrop & Johnson. Our team of charter specialists boasts excellent connections along the French Riviera, ensuring we can secure your reservations at the most exclusive clubs and restaurants. 

You can embark your charter yacht at almost any destination along the Cote d’Azur. However, popular embarkation spots include Monaco, Nice, St Tropez, and Cannes. All of these destinations are easily accessible and are close to private jet terminals and heliports.

The following airports and heliports are located along the French Riviera: 

• L’ Aéroport de Nice Côte d’Azur (International Airport)
  
• Marseille Provence Airport (International Airport)
  
• Aéroport du Golfe de Saint-Tropez (Private aviation only)
  
• Cannes Mandelieu Airport (Private aviation only)
  
• Toulon–Hyères Airport
  
• Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport (International Airport)
  
• Monaco Heliport
  

The cost of a yacht rental in the French Riviera will depend on the size of the boat, the shipbuilder, the yacht’s onboard amenities, your itinerary, and whether your yacht charter is during the peak season. Expect to pay a minimum of US$50,000 per week for smaller boats and up to 1 million plus for the world’s finest superyachts. Northrop & Johnson’s charter specialists can work within your budget to secure the best yacht that meets your needs. Contact us today. 

The VAT – Value Added Tax – for a yacht charter in France is 20%. The VAT will be automatically added to your charter fee by your charter broker, so all you need to do is relax and enjoy a vacation of a lifetime.