Cannes or Antibes base
Express Cruiser · 40ft
Sporty and swift — day charter specialist
- Up to 8 guests
- Full-day or half-day
- Captain included · Cooler provisions
✦ Motor Yachts · French Riviera ✦
Motor Yacht Charter French Riviera
Private motor yacht charters along the Côte d'Azur — speed, comfort, and the full length of the Riviera at your command.
A motor yacht charter on the French Riviera gives you command of 180km of coastline — from the Italian border to the Var islands. Opera Prestige offers a curated selection of motor yachts from 40 to 120ft, each crewed, provisioned, and ready to depart from Cannes, Nice, Monaco, or Antibes. Day charter or extended blue-water voyage: we match vessel to occasion.
Motor yachts offer something sailing vessels cannot: speed and schedule independence. Cross from Cannes to Saint-Tropez in under two hours. Anchor for lunch in Villefranche-sur-Mer’s extraordinary bay. Arrive in Monaco in time for evening at the casino. Our captains know every anchorage, bay, and berth along the coast.
All charters are private — your vessel, your crew, your itinerary. We do not operate shared or seat-sale charters. Every departure is exclusive to your party.
✦ Motor Yacht Selection ✦
Featured Motor Yachts — Riviera Fleet
Three categories of vessel to match group size, duration, and ambition.
Cannes or Monaco base
Motor Yacht · 65ft
Sundeck, saloon, 3 cabins — ideal for 2–3 night voyages
- Up to 12 guests day · 6 overnight
- 3 cabins · Full galley
- Captain, hostess & chef on request
Monaco or Cannes base
Luxury Motor Yacht · 95ft
5-cabin flagship — week-long voyages to Italy and beyond
- Up to 20 guests day · 10 overnight
- 5 cabins · Jacuzzi · Tender
- Full crew of 5 · Private chef
Motor Yacht Charter Services
Day & Half-Day Charters
Private coastal day charters from Cannes, Monaco, or Antibes — with catered lunch and swim stops.
Riviera Voyages (3–7 nights)
Extended motor yacht voyages along the Riviera with overnight anchorages and port-stop concierge.
Fly & Yacht Packages
Arrive by <a href="https://operaprestige.com/private-aviation-french-riviera/">private jet</a> to Nice, transfer directly to your yacht. We coordinate both seamlessly.
✦ Our Commitment ✦
Motor Yacht Charter — Why Opera Prestige
Our marine team has been arranging Riviera motor yacht charters for fifteen years. We know the vessels, the captains, and the coast intimately.
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Curated Fleet
We do not list every available yacht. We work with a selected fleet whose vessels and crews meet our standards — so every charter exceeds expectations.
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Provisioning Excellence
Champagne on departure, gourmet provisions, custom menus, and a fully stocked bar — all arranged in advance to your preferences.
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Flexible Itineraries
We plan as much or as little as you want. A loose itinerary with captain's recommendations, or a fully programmed voyage — your preference.
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Full Riviera Coverage
From Saint-Tropez to the Italian border, our marine network covers every berth, anchorage, and fuelling stop on the coast.
✦ Expert Guide ✦
Motor Yacht Charter on the French Riviera
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Choosing
Selecting Your Motor Yacht
Group size, duration, and overnight requirements determine the right vessel. We guide you through the selection — presenting 2–3 options with full crew profiles and recent photos before you confirm.
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Departure
Departure Ports
Our motor yachts are based in Cannes, Antibes, Nice, and Monaco. We select the departure port that best matches your villa location and planned itinerary.
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Itinerary
Suggested Riviera Itineraries
Day: Cannes → Île Sainte-Marguerite → Antibes → return. 3 nights: Cannes → Villefranche-sur-Mer → Monaco → Cap d’Ail → return. 7 nights: Full Riviera from Saint-Tropez to Italian border.
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Shore
Shore Concierge Integration
At every port stop, our shore concierge team can arrange restaurant reservations, hotel access, transfers, and any request made from the water.
✦ Planning ✦
Motor Yacht Charter Seasons
May – June
Spring Voyages
Quieter anchorages, lower prices, and exceptional spring light. Our preferred season for week-long voyages.
July – Aug
Peak Season
The Riviera at its busiest and most beautiful. Water temperatures peak and anchorages are vibrant. Reserve your yacht by January.
Sept – Oct
Autumn Cruising
The sea is at its warmest in September. Ports are quieter, prices are lower, and the atmosphere is more relaxed — outstanding value.
✦ FAQ ✦
Motor Yacht Charter Riviera — FAQ
Motor yachts prioritise speed, stability, and schedule flexibility — you are not dependent on wind conditions or sailing angles. Sailing yachts offer a quieter, more traditional experience and are often better suited for those seeking an authentic sailing journey. We offer both — see our sailing yacht charter page.
For day charters, our motor yachts accommodate between 8 guests (40ft express cruisers) and 20 guests (95ft+ motor yachts). For overnight charters, maximum guest capacity reduces to cabin count — typically 6–10 guests on vessels we recommend for extended voyages.
Yes — motor yachts make exceptional corporate event venues. Our 65ft+ vessels can accommodate client entertainment, product presentations, and team days on the water. We integrate catering, AV capability, and branded elements through our events team.
All vessels in our recommended fleet are fully air-conditioned and have satellite Wi-Fi connectivity, at least in harbour and within coastal range. For extended offshore passages, connectivity may vary by vessel and location.
This is our most popular combination. We coordinate your villa and yacht through a single team — shore transfers to the port, catering aligned between villa kitchen and galley, and any day-of changes managed seamlessly.
✦ Let's Talk ✦
Reserve Your Motor Yacht
Tell us your dates and group — we'll present the right vessel within 24 hours.