Charter destination
West Mediterranean
The French Riviera, Corsica, Sardinia and the Italian coast.
Best season
May – September
Typical charter
7 nights
Fly into
Nice · Olbia · Naples · Palma
Why charter here
The West Mediterranean, by yacht
Every summer the world’s largest superyachts gather between Monaco and Capri, and for good reason. Within a day’s cruise you can go from the beach clubs of Saint-Tropez to a deserted cove in Corsica’s nature reserves. Italy adds Portofino, the Pontine Islands, Capri and the Amalfi Coast. Booking early matters here: July and August sell out first, and berths in the most popular harbours are reserved months ahead.
Where to cruise
Cruising areas
- 01
French Riviera
Monaco, Cap d’Antibes, Cannes and Saint-Tropez — long lunches at the beach clubs of Pampelonne and evenings in port.
- 02
Corsica
Bonifacio’s cliffs, the Lavezzi Islands and the Scandola reserve, with far fewer yachts than the mainland.
- 03
Sardinia
The Costa Smeralda and the La Maddalena archipelago: emerald water over white granite.
- 04
Amalfi Coast & Capri
Positano, Amalfi, the Faraglioni and the Blue Grotto — the most photographed coastline in Italy.
- 05
Balearic Islands
Mallorca’s calas, Ibiza’s nightlife and the quiet beaches of Formentera and Menorca.
Don’t miss
Signature experiences
- Lunch at a beach club in Pampelonne
- Swimming in the Lavezzi Islands
- Monaco Grand Prix from the water (May)
- Exploring Capri by tender at sunrise
- Wine tasting ashore in Provence or Campania
Sample itinerary
A week from Naples
Day 1
Board in Naples, cruise to Procida
Day 2
Ischia — thermal gardens and harbour dinner
Day 3
Capri — Faraglioni and the Blue Grotto
Day 4
Positano at anchor
Day 5
Amalfi and Ravello
Day 6
The Li Galli islands
Day 7
Return to Naples
Every charter is planned around your dates, the yacht and the weather; this is a starting point, not a fixed route.
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