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The Riviera, from the sea
Few coastlines are as naturally suited to yachting as the French Riviera.
From Saint Tropez to Monaco, the Côte d’Azur brings together iconic harbours, secluded anchorages, historic towns and Mediterranean landscapes.
By yacht, the Riviera takes on a different dimension. Start the day at anchor in a quiet bay, head to Cannes for lunch, swim around the Lérins Islands, then continue towards Saint Tropez or Monaco.
Whether for a few days or several weeks, ARTA shapes your charter around the way you want to experience the coast.
An iconic coastline, seen differently.
Unmissable stops
Saint Tropez, Cannes, Antibes, Nice and Monaco are close enough to experience several sides of the Riviera within a single itinerary.
Secluded anchorages
Beyond its best known harbours, the coast reveals bays, islands and secluded coves that are best experienced from the sea.
The French Riviera Art de Vivre
Beach clubs, waterfront restaurants, historic towns, evenings ashore and long afternoons at anchor. Here, time at sea blends naturally with life along the coast.
Effortless cruising
The relatively short distances between the main stops make it easy to combine cruising, swimming, lunch on board and time ashore without spending your days in transit.
The charter season on the French Riviera
MAY TO JUNE: Early summer
The days grow longer, temperatures become pleasantly warm and the Riviera retains a quieter atmosphere before the height of the season.
JUNE TO AUGUST: High season
The liveliest time of the summer. Harbours, restaurants and beach clubs are in full swing, while the long days are particularly suited to spending time at sea.
SEPTEMBER: Summer continues
A particularly pleasant time for cruising, with the sea still warm and generally fewer visitors than during the height of summer.
Recommended season:
May to September
Peak season:
July and August
The Riviera’s iconic stops
Saint Tropez
From its harbour to Pampelonne, Saint Tropez remains inseparable from Mediterranean summers. Arrive by sea, spend the afternoon at anchor or ashore, then return to the yacht as the day turns into evening.
Cannes & les îles Lérins
Just a few minutes from Cannes, the Lérins Islands offer an immediate contrast to the energy of the Croisette. Their sheltered waters and Mediterranean setting make them an ideal stop for swimming, lunch at anchor and a few hours on board.
Antibes & Cap d’Antibes
Old Antibes and the coastline around Cap d’Antibes bring together one of the Riviera’s major marinas, beautiful properties, rocky coves and numerous anchorages.
Nice & Villefranche sur Mer
The natural bay of Villefranche offers one of the most recognisable landscapes on the Côte d’Azur. Just a few kilometres away, Nice brings restaurants, culture and the energy of its waterfront.
Monaco
A natural final stop on a Riviera itinerary. Monaco brings together yachting, gastronomy, nightlife and the instantly recognisable setting of Monte Carlo.
Seven days on the French Riviera
DAY 01 | Monaco to Villefranche sur Mer
Board in Monaco before heading to the sheltered bay of Villefranche. Enjoy your first swim and an evening at anchor.
DAY 02 | Villefranche to Cap d’Antibes
Cruise west along the coast, with time to enjoy the sea before reaching Cap d’Antibes later in the day.
DAY 03 | Antibes to Cannes & Lérins Islands
Spend the morning in Cannes, followed by an afternoon around the Lérins Islands with swimming, lunch on board and time at anchor.
DAY 04 | Cannes to Saint Raphaël / Estérel
Leave the Riviera’s cities behind as you cruise along the red rocks of the Estérel and discover its coves from the sea.
DAY 05 | Estérel to Saint Tropez
Head towards Saint Tropez, arriving by sea. Spend the afternoon around Pampelonne before heading into the village for the evening.
DAY 06 | Saint Tropez
A full day to enjoy Pampelonne, spend time in Saint Tropez or simply stay at anchor and enjoy the yacht.
DAY 07 | Saint Tropez to Cannes
Enjoy a final morning at sea before cruising back towards Cannes.
Every itinerary remains entirely flexible. It evolves according to your dates, the yacht you choose, your preferred pace, cruising conditions and what you want to prioritise during your stay.
The right yacht for exploring the Riviera
The yacht shapes the experience as much as the destination itself. The right choice depends on the number of guests on board, the time you have available and, above all, how you want to experience your charter.
To host
Generous outdoor spaces, open living areas and beautiful dining spaces for sharing time on board with family, friends or guests.
To take the time
Generous spaces to relax, comfortable cabins and good stabilisation for long days on board and at anchor.
To explore
Tenders and water toys make it easy to enjoy the anchorages, reach the beaches and explore the waters around the yacht.
Speed and flexibility
A faster motor yacht can be particularly well suited to shorter charters or for those who want to explore more stops along the Riviera.
A charter built around you
Every stay begins differently.
We start with your dates, who will be on board and what you want to do, then find the right yacht and shape the itinerary around it.
Crew, meals and drinks, water toys, activities, transfers and special requests. We coordinate every element with the yacht and its crew before you arrive.
