Discover everything a diver, sun, sea and nature-lover could dream of and more on this six-night adventure to Katramonisi Island.
There is no where like the South of France in summer. It’s an intoxicating and hedonistic mix of beautiful people, glamour and celebrity, all concentrated into the eternally chic, elegant, graceful and stylish small towns and villages of this corner of South-Eastern France. The small village of Saint Tropez is the epitome of this. Made famous by Brigitte Bardot in the 1950’s, this sleepy little town is transformed each summer. It is still as charming as ever, a luxury location with extraordinary villas, boutique hotels, designer shops and the world’s biggest and best yachts anchored across its bay. Not forgetting its beautiful beaches, where you can experience the best clubs and restaurants all summer long.
One day is never enough in St Tropez! After a first day onboard recovering from your flight with a massage, fresh seafood and whatever is your preference on ice, today is the day to move anchorage around to the West of St Tropez and go ashore to the famous Pampellone Beach where there are some equally famous beach bars and restaurants. Later on venture into St Tropez to soak up the buzz of the quant streets, enjoy the many art galleries, and maybe look inside one or two of the designer boutiques to find something suitable for the evening. What an evening it is ashore in St Tropez!
After a night ashore in St Tropez, there is no better sanctuary to retreat to than the tranquillity and serenity of a Superyacht, with chefs and crew on hand to get your day off to an amazing start with your favourite smoothie, breakfast or cocktail. This is the perfect morning to relax and lounge on the sundeck as the yacht makes its passage East along the Cote D’Azur.
12KTS . 24NM . 2H5M
From its humble origins as a quiet fishing village, Cannes has become one of the world’s most prestigious destinations. The epitome of French Riviera glamour, pristine beaches line its bay, behind which the main street, La Croisette, is a hive of high-end boutiques, exclusive restaurants and nightclubs.
Off the coast of Cannes, the Lérins Islands are two true jewels of the Mediterranean where exceptional flora and fauna are preserved. Sainte-Marguerite and Saint-Honorat both have a rich history, the former having been home to a Royal Fort, which remains intact, whilst the latter has been occupied for several centuries by the Monks of the Lerins Abbey. The shallow turquoise blue waters between the islands make for one of the best areas to swim, snorkel, recover and relax away from the bustle of the Riviera.
12KTS . 5NM . 30M
To the south of Antibes, and a short passage East from Cannes, sits the magnificent Cap d’Antibes, with its jutting peninsula, lush vegetation, and sheltered bay blessed with fine white sands. Serving as one of the most exclusive spots on the French Riviera and home to the famous Hotel Eden Rock, Cap d’Antibes boasts all the glitz and glamor of the Hollywood era. One of the best beaches to visit is the impressive La Garoupe, where you can kick back on sands with mountain views on the horizon.
There is a gorgeous cliff walk which runs around the coast of Cap D’Antibes, the ‘Tirepoil’ trail, which for a large part is cut directly into the rocks. As well as the beatiful views of the bay of Cap D’Antibes, the trail passes 19th-century villas, and beautiful gardens (including the Thuret Gardens created by the botanist Gustave Thuret in 1857). A dazzling way to start your day.
12KTS . 13NM . 1H10M
Villefranche-sur-Mer lies between Nice and Monaco, sheltered at the back of a deep bay. Hidden there from any strong winds, the bay remains very calm, particularly so in the mornings and evenings where there is a magical stillness. The town has remained fairly removed from the glitz and the glamour which this coastline is so famous for. It’s a unique place along this stretch of coastline, still in its charming, picturesque and romantic original form, with quaint narrow streets and beautiful old buildings. The evenings are a little quieter here, which is one of it’s attractions, but a short transfer away is Nice, where the evenings are rarely quiet.
The peninsula which forms the Eastern side of the bay of Villefranche is the famous St Jean-Cap Ferrat, and it is a short passage around its Southern shore to reach the Eastern side where the town of Cap Ferrat itself is, next to Beaulieu-Sur-Mer. There are some beautiful beaches on the Western and Southern side for your morning swim.
12KTS . 4NM . 30M
A Belle-Epoque gem, Beaulieu-Sur-Mer has a low key charm and elegance. The two main beaches, La Petite Afrique and the Plage des Fourmis are family favourites. The bay is an ideal spot to enjoy some watersports. Beaulieu Port is lined with a choice of fabulous restaurants, perfect for a relaxing lunch. Alternatively, a livelier lunch is further east in the bay, at the Anjuna Beach Club, Eze-Sur-Mer.
The bay off Beaulieu-Sur-Mer is a special place as the sun rises behind the high hills at the eastern side of the bay. Perched atop those hills, at an altitude of 426m above sea level, is the medieval town of Eze, the view from which is one of these best anywhere on the Cote D’Azure. It is an hour’s walk from Eze-Sur-Mer up to Eze, or a short transfer.
12KTS . 4NM . 30M
Monaco is the French Riviera’s most renowned destination and one of the most glamorous in the world. The summer season sets off with the Formula 1 Grand Prix at the end of May where the principality’s pristine streets are transformed in to a racing circuit, and the world’s sporting elite, celebrities & car enthusiasts enjoy 5 days of non stop racing and partying from aboard their yachts and hotel balconies. There is designer brands aplenty, , set alongside the world famous Casino de Monte Carlo and Hotel de Paris. Here you’ll also find a handful of Michelin Star restaurants, luxury hotels,