Villefranche-sur-Mer
A deep, sheltered bay just east of Nice, with an old waterfront town and a 16th-century citadel.
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Nice Yacht Charter: Yachts, Marinas & Cruising Routes
Start your private yacht charter from Nice in France.
Explore catamarans, motor yachts and motor sailers, discover nearby cruising areas, understand embarkation arrangements and request tailored charter options for your preferred dates.
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Nice at a Glance
Yacht Cloud lists 4 private charter yachts from Nice: 2 catamarans, 1 motor yacht and 1 motor sailer. Charters from Nice run mainly from May to October.
- Port
- Nice
- Country
- France
- Fleet
- 4 yachts
- Guests
- 6-8 guests
- Cabins
- 3-4 cabins
- Yacht Types
- Catamaran, Motor Yacht
Find your yacht
Explore Yacht Charters Departing from Nice
Search 4 yachts operating from Nice. Dates filter by availability, and final terms are confirmed before booking.
Explore the fleet
Discover Yachts Available for Charter from Nice
Rates are published weekly base fees, not totals. The exact boarding marina is confirmed per yacht.
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Discover Nice
Why Start Your Yacht Charter in Nice?
Nice is one of the simplest places on the Riviera to start a charter. The airport sits on the western edge of the city by the sea, and the harbour, Port Lympia, is beside the old town below Castle Hill. Your yacht's exact boarding point is confirmed before departure.
East of Nice lie Villefranche-sur-Mer, Cap Ferrat, Monaco and Menton, all close together. West are Antibes, the Lérins Islands off Cannes, the red rocks of the Esterel and the Gulf of Saint-Tropez. Corsica is a longer crossing for settled weather.
Nice is one of three French departure points we arrange charters from, alongside Cannes and Ajaccio in Corsica. Read the France yacht charter guide.
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ARRIVAL
Nice airport (NCE)
On the western side of the city. Tram line 2 runs from the airport to the port.
02
HARBOUR
Port Lympia
Nice's old harbour, beside the old town, with ferries to Corsica and berths for private yachts.
03
YACHTS
Catamarans and motor yachts
Catamarans give space at anchor; motor yachts cover longer runs in a day.
04
CRUISING
Riviera and Corsica
Short hops to Villefranche and Monaco, longer runs to Saint-Tropez or Corsica.
Getting there
Getting to Nice for Your Yacht Charter
Fly into Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE), with direct flights from across Europe and some long-haul routes. Tram line 2, taxis and private transfers link the airport to Port Lympia, and Nice-Ville station serves arrivals by train.
- Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE)
- Tram line 2 from airport to port
- Nice-Ville railway station
- Port Lympia beside the old town
Departure checklist
Find your style
Which Yacht Type Suits Your Nice Charter?
Catamaran
Twin-hulled yachts with wide decks and level living spaces, which some groups prefer to a monohull layout.
Often suits
- Guests who want a stable, wide deck
- Groups who like a different onboard layout
Worth knowing
- Availability must be checked case by case
Motor Yacht
Contemporary yachts powered by engines, with facilities that depend entirely on the individual vessel.
Often suits
- Covering more coastline in a week
- Guests who want modern interiors
- Shorter transfers between stops
Worth knowing
- Fuel can be a significant extra
- Higher published base fees
Motor Sailer
A blend of sailing-yacht character and motor-powered cruising. How often a yacht actually sails depends on the vessel and the weather.
Often suits
- Guests who want sails up when conditions allow
- Groups wanting a sleeker profile than a classic gulet
- Week-long coastal cruising
Worth knowing
- Sailing time is never guaranteed
- Layouts range from classic to contemporary
- Check APA and fuel terms per yacht
Where you can sail
Explore the Coast Around Nice
Routing is indicative. Final itinerary depends on yacht availability, weather, marina conditions, and your preferred pace.
Popular stops and cruising ideas
Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat
Peninsula home to the Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild and its gardens, with swimming spots along its shore.
Monaco
Port Hercule sits below Monte-Carlo. Berths are in high demand in summer and during the Grand Prix.
Antibes
Old town behind sea walls, the Picasso Museum and Port Vauban, with the coves of Cap d'Antibes just south.
Lérins Islands
Sainte-Marguerite and Saint-Honorat lie off Cannes. The channel between them is a popular day anchorage.
Gulf of Saint-Tropez
A longer run west past the Esterel to Saint-Tropez and Pampelonne beach, busiest in July and August.
Plan your route
Discover Cruising Ideas from Nice
Route ideas to start a conversation. The captain shapes the final plan around your yacht, dates and the weather.
Day charter
Villefranche and Cap Ferrat
Swim off Cap Ferrat, lunch at anchor in the bay of Villefranche and be back in Nice by evening.
3 Nights
Monaco and Menton
Short runs east via Beaulieu-sur-Mer, an evening in Monaco and a stop at Menton, the last French town before Italy.
7 Nights
Into the Italian Riviera
East past Monaco to Sanremo and Imperia, as a round trip or one-way where the yacht's licence allows.
Best routes from Nice
4 nights
Nice to the Lérins Islands and Cannes
West past Cap d'Antibes to the Lérins Islands, with nights in Antibes and Cannes, then back along the coast.
Suits: Short breaks with swimming and evenings ashore
7 nights
Riviera week to Saint-Tropez
Start east at Villefranche and Cap Ferrat, run west past Cannes and the Esterel to Saint-Tropez, and return via the Lérins Islands and Antibes.
Suits: A full week of the best-known Riviera stops
7 nights
Nice to Corsica
In settled weather, cross to Calvi, then south past Scandola to Girolata and the Gulf of Porto. Can finish in Ajaccio where the yacht allows.
Suits: Quieter anchorages and wilder coast
Share your dates and interests; the captain shapes the final plan.
Plan your budget
How Much Does a Yacht Charter in Nice Cost?
The final cost depends on the yacht, travel dates, length of charter, services you choose and any additional expenses. Published weekly prices are base fees, not all-inclusive totals.
Potentially included
- Use of the yacht and its standard equipment
- Crew on crewed charters, or a skipper if booked
- Bed linen and towels
- Yacht insurance
- Tender and water toys where carried
Potential additional charges
- Fuel
- Food and drinks
- Port and marina fees
- APA on crewed charters
- VAT where it applies
- Crew gratuity
- Airport transfers
Categories to ask about, not universal contract terms.
When to go
When Is the Best Time for a Nice Yacht Charter?
Charters from Nice run mainly from May to October. The eastern Riviera is sheltered from much of the Mistral that hits Provence further west, and summer usually brings light sea breezes. Event weeks, such as the Cannes Film Festival, the Monaco Grand Prix and the Monaco Yacht Show, push up demand.
May
Warm days and a fresh sea.
June
Long days, warming sea, quieter than high summer.
July
Hot and settled. Popular anchorages get busy.
August
Busiest month and warmest sea. Book early.
September
Warm sea, fewer crowds, Monaco Yacht Show.
October
Mild and quiet, with more changeable weather.
Is it right for you?
Is Nice the Right Departure Area for Your Group?
A decision guide, not a sales pitch.
First-time charter guests
Close airport, short passages and harbours all along the coast.
Families
Catamarans give deck space and a stable base for swimming, with easy travel days.
Couples
Short runs leave time for dinners ashore and quiet mornings at anchor.
Celebrations
Birthdays and group trips suit a day charter or a few nights on the eastern Riviera.
Longer routes
Start a week to Saint-Tropez, a crossing to Corsica or a one-way route into Italy.
Good to know
Frequently Asked Questions About Nice Yacht Charters
When is the best time to charter from Nice?
June and September suit most guests: the sea in the Baie des Anges is warm enough for long swims, and the anchorages at Villefranche and Cap Ferrat are less crowded than in July and August.
What yachts can I charter from Nice?
The yachts we list in Nice include catamarans and motor yachts. Catamarans suit families and groups who want space at anchor; motor yachts cover more distance in a day. Tell us your group and plans and we will shortlist options.
Can we do a day charter from Nice?
Yes, on yachts that offer them. A typical day heads east to Villefranche and Cap Ferrat for swimming and lunch at anchor.
Can we anchor off the Riviera beaches?
The Baie des Anges in front of Nice is open, so crews usually head for the shelter of Villefranche, the coves of Cap Ferrat or the channel between the Lérins Islands. Seagrass protection and summer swimming zones decide exactly where a yacht can drop anchor.
How do I book a charter from Nice with Yacht Cloud?
Send us your dates, group size and the trip you have in mind. We check which yachts are available, suggest a route and handle the booking with the yacht.
Stops and itinerary planning
How far can we go from Nice in a week?
A week easily covers Menton to Saint-Tropez. Corsica is possible, but the crossing is a long open-water passage that needs settled weather, so it works best as the focus of the week.
Can we spend a night in Monaco?
Often, but berths in Port Hercule are limited in summer and during events. If Monaco is full, the crew may use Beaulieu-sur-Mer or Cap-d'Ail nearby.
Are one-way charters from Nice possible?
Yes, depending on the yacht. Cannes, Saint-Tropez, Ajaccio and the Italian Riviera are common finishes. A delivery fee may apply.
Continue planning
Explore More of France Yacht Charter Coast
Cannes
Two harbours, with the Lérins Islands just offshore.
Ajaccio
Corsica's capital, base for the west coast gulfs.
Monte Carlo
Monaco's Port Hercule, a short run east of Nice.
Nearby ports
Plan your charter
Find the Right Yacht for Your Nice Holiday
Share your travel dates, guest count and preferred cruising area. Yacht Cloud can help you explore suitable private charter options and request confirmed, yacht-specific availability and pricing.
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