Description
An Atlantic-to-Italian Coast Charter with Classic French and Mediterranean Style
This 16-day private charter begins in Brest and unfolds through Brittany, Normandy, northern Spain, the French Mediterranean and the Italian Riviera, creating a route that is both elegant and highly varied. Guests board in Brest Marina, where modern Atlantic infrastructure, secure berths, excellent accessibility and refined harbor services deliver a composed departure experience from one of France’s most respected sailing centers. That confident start is followed by a journey shaped by historic French ports, practical offshore passages and some of the most desirable coastal arrivals in the western Mediterranean.
The charter is fully crewed and carefully personalized, with a 40-member team overseeing every aspect of the guest experience. Service on board is discreet, professional and responsive, making it easy to move from day to day without friction while still enjoying a strong sense of individuality. Some clients are drawn to the heritage and scenery of the route, others to the atmosphere of the yacht itself, and many to the privacy of traveling between exceptional destinations with every arrangement handled for them. This itinerary is designed to satisfy all three.
About Our Service in Brittany, Normandy, Northern Spain, the French Riviera and Liguria
Day 1 - Brest to La Trinité-sur-Mer: Your charter opens with a scenic departure from Brest along Brittany’s rugged Atlantic coastline. The first day is all about settling into the yacht’s rhythm while enjoying dramatic maritime views, well-paced service and the comfort of a highly experienced crew. Arrival at La Trinité-sur-Mer brings a classic Breton marina setting and a refined first night afloat.
Day 2 - La Trinité-sur-Mer to Saint-Malo: The route continues north toward Saint-Malo, revealing more of Brittany’s striking coastal character before entering one of France’s most memorable fortified harbors. This stop introduces strong heritage appeal and a sense of destination depth early in the itinerary, while the yacht remains a private sanctuary of elegance and calm after time ashore.
Day 3 - Saint-Malo, Dinard and Cancale: The yacht makes the most of local geography with short and stylish passages between Saint-Malo, Dinard and Cancale. Dinard offers polished resort charm, while Cancale delivers a more intimate coastal personality. The day is varied but never rushed, and returning to a peaceful anchorage nearby preserves the charter’s relaxed, exclusive mood.
Day 4 - Saint-Malo to Granville: Moving east toward Granville, the charter begins to shift into Normandy. Scenic Channel navigation, a secure marina approach and the understated charm of this harbor town create a pleasing middle ground between the dramatic fortified coast behind you and the quieter shores still to come.
Day 5 - Granville to Barneville-Carteret or Portbail: Normandy’s western edge offers softer scenery and a slower tempo. Depending on conditions, the yacht positions at Barneville-Carteret or near Portbail, both of which provide peaceful surroundings and an appealing sense of seclusion. It is an excellent day for long lunches, deck relaxation and enjoying the yacht’s spacious leisure areas.
Day 6 - Barneville-Carteret to Cherbourg: Cherbourg marks a return to major harbor scale, with deep-water access and full-service maritime support making it an important operational step before the Biscay crossing. For guests, however, it remains part of the luxury experience - a distinguished port where maritime heritage and smooth coordination work together perfectly.
Day 7 - Cherbourg to Bilbao: The crossing to Bilbao signals the Atlantic offshore phase of the charter. Supported by a capable crew and the comfort of a substantial superyacht, the passage becomes an enjoyable stretch of uninterrupted onboard living rather than a mere transfer. Guests can dine, relax, train, read or simply enjoy the open sea while the yacht advances toward Spain’s northern coast.
Day 8 - Bilbao to Barcelona: This stage carries the itinerary decisively toward the Mediterranean, connecting northern Spain to Barcelona through a substantial but operationally realistic passage. Barcelona arrives as a major yachting center with cosmopolitan energy, world-class marina services and a fresh urban atmosphere that contrasts beautifully with the earlier Atlantic stops.
Day 9 - Barcelona to Marseille: Crossing toward Marseille expands the route into southern France and restores a sense of historical Mediterranean depth. The passage is comfortable at steady cruising speed, and the arrival into this iconic French port adds character, culture and an appealing waterfront setting.
Day 10 - Marseille to Saint-Tropez: The move eastward to Saint-Tropez introduces a lighter, more glamorous Riviera mood. The cruising distance is moderate, the scenery inviting and the arrival naturally elegant. This is where the charter begins to feel distinctly Mediterranean in style, with sun-filled decks and refined coastal ambiance taking center stage.
Day 11 - Saint-Tropez to Cannes: A shorter scenic leg leads to Cannes, another celebrated waterfront destination known for its polished marina life, promenades and social energy. Guests may enjoy stepping ashore or simply appreciating the contrast between these famous Riviera settings and the quiet grandeur of their private yacht.
Day 12 - Cannes to Genoa: Continuing along the Italian Riviera corridor, the yacht reaches Genoa, a city with serious maritime pedigree and strong harbor character. This transition into Italy brings a new cultural tone to the charter while preserving the easy continuity that only a well-designed private route can deliver.
Day 13 - Genoa to La Spezia: The cruise then moves southeast to La Spezia, a protected and practical harbor that also opens the door to the broader beauty of Liguria. The leg is comfortably paced, giving guests another opportunity to enjoy meals on deck, conversation in panoramic lounges and the unhurried advantages of custom cruising.
Day 14 - La Spezia Coastal Leisure: A leisure day along the Ligurian coast provides welcome flexibility after the major offshore movements earlier in the itinerary. Guests may remain in marina comfort, enjoy local cruising or dedicate the day fully to onboard wellness and relaxation. The schedule is intentionally generous here, allowing the yacht itself to become the destination.
Day 15 - La Spezia to Western Mediterranean Positioning: This penultimate day maintains steady progress along the western Mediterranean while preserving a refined onboard atmosphere. It is a day for enjoying the vessel’s amenities, the attentiveness of the crew and the sense of ease that comes from chartering on such a spacious and characterful platform.
Day 16 - Mediterranean Completion: The final morning brings the journey to a graceful close after a route that has linked Brittany, Normandy, Spain and the French and Italian coasts in one fluid charter. It ends as it has been throughout - composed, polished and rich in maritime atmosphere.
About Our Yacht - 99m Heritage Yacht | Refit 2022 | 34 Guests in 17 Cabins
The yacht is one of the rare few capable of making such an itinerary feel not only practical, but extraordinary. Built in 1943 and meticulously refitted in 2022, this 99-meter Canadian Vickers heritage yacht combines old-world grandeur with the comfort, service flow and leisure standards expected by modern luxury charter guests. Its restored detailing, expansive decks and elegant interiors create an onboard world of timeless sophistication inspired by classic Hollywood-era glamour, yet everything is configured to support contemporary private use with confidence and ease.
Up to 34 guests can be accommodated in 17 refined cabins, with a mix of double and convertible arrangements that bring welcome flexibility to private group planning. The master suite is especially notable, distinguished by artistic heritage and opulent design. Beyond the accommodation, guests enjoy an elegant dining salon, generous indoor lounges and outdoor spaces that feel cinematic in both scale and atmosphere.
The mosaic pool deck with Jacuzzi enhancement serves as one of the yacht’s most attractive focal points, while panoramic sunbathing areas, a fully equipped gym, a beauty parlour and a richly atmospheric library create a guest experience that goes far beyond standard charter expectations. The yacht’s comfortable cruising speed and vast lounging decks are especially valuable on a mixed itinerary like this one, where scenic coastal days and longer passages need to feel equally pleasurable. With 40 professional crew members delivering world-class hospitality, privacy and attentive care, every moment onboard is elevated by genuine expertise.
A Distinguished Way to Cruise from the Atlantic Coast of France to the Italian Riviera
This charter appeals to travelers who want more than a familiar regional itinerary. It begins in the prestige of Brest, explores Brittany and Normandy with depth, crosses to northern Spain, then carries guests into the glamour of Barcelona, Marseille, Saint-Tropez, Cannes, Genoa and La Spezia. That combination of Atlantic history, French coastal beauty and Mediterranean sophistication is difficult to replicate, especially aboard a heritage yacht of such scale and character. With 17 guest cabins, accommodation for 34, lavish deck spaces, wellness amenities and a 40-member crew providing highly tailored service, the charter offers both grandeur and genuine ease. For clients seeking an iconic yacht, a varied route and a private experience shaped around comfort and prestige, this journey deserves early reservation while prime availability remains open.
