Cannes to Porto Cervo: Tyrrhenian Crossing
The sun warms the teak deck as you depart the glamour of Cannes, the heart of the French Riviera. Your course is set south, a luminous thread connecting Europe’s most dazzling coastlines. Ahead lies the wild, herb-scented maquis of Corsica, its Genoese citadels standing sentinel over turquoise bays. The voyage culminates in Sardinia’s Costa Smeralda, a billionaire’s enclave where granite mountains meet emerald seas. This is the Tyrrhenian at its most seductive, a passage from cinematic splendour to raw, natural beauty and exclusive luxury.
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- DAY 01
Cannes, French Riviera
Embark in the cinematic heart of the Côte d'Azur. The yacht awaits in the Vieux Port, with the iconic Palais des Festivals and the sun-drenched Boulevard de la Croisette forming your immediate backdrop. Settle into your new home on the water as the crew pour chilled rosé, the perfect start to your Riviera adventure.
- Stroll the palm-lined Boulevard de la Croisette
- Explore the winding, cobbled streets of Le Suquet, the old town
- Take a tender to Île Sainte-Marguerite for a swim
- Browse the designer boutiques on Rue d'Antibes
- Anchorage
- Port de Cannes (Vieux Port)
- Dining
- La Palme d'Or at Hôtel Martinez
- DAY 02
Saint-Tropez, French Riviera
A short, glittering cruise delivers you to the legendary Pampelonne Beach. Drop anchor in the turquoise bay, surrounded by the world's most famous beach clubs. Later, the tender whisks you to the iconic harbour of Saint-Tropez, where artists' easels and gleaming superyachts vie for space along the ochre-fronted quayside.
- Lunch and people-watching at Club 55 on Pampelonne Beach
- Explore the pastel-hued old port and its vibrant waterfront
- Discover the post-impressionist art at Musée de l'Annonciade
- Climb to the Citadelle de Saint-Tropez for panoramic views
- Anchorage
- Mouillage de Pampelonne (Pampelonne Bay Anchorage)
- Dining
- L'Opéra Saint-Tropez or Sénéquier for waterfront aperitifs
- DAY 03
Calvi, Corsica
An early start sees you crossing the Ligurian Sea, with dolphins often joining the yacht's wake. Your first sight of Corsica is the immense Genoese citadel of Calvi, perched on a rocky promontory. The air changes here, carrying the wild, herbal scent of the maquis as you moor in the sheltered, crescent-shaped bay.
- Explore the labyrinthine streets of the Calvi Citadel
- Walk the bustling Quai Landry, lined with cafes and restaurants
- Relax on the long, white-sand arc of Plage de Calvi
- Take a coastal hike towards the Revellata lighthouse
- Anchorage
- Port de Calvi or anchorage in Baie de Calvi
- Dining
- A Piazzetta for authentic Corsican cuisine
- DAY 04
Scandola Nature Reserve & Girolata
Cruise south into a UNESCO World Heritage site, where nature's artistry is on full display. The Scandola Reserve's crimson rhyolite cliffs, sculpted by wind and sea, plunge into impossibly blue water. Explore sea caves by tender before dropping anchor in the secluded bay of Girolata, a tiny village accessible only by sea or foot.
- Tender exploration of the sea caves and grottos
- Spotting ospreys nesting on dramatic rock formations
- Snorkelling in the protected, fish-rich waters of the reserve
- Visiting the isolated fishing hamlet of Girolata
- Anchorage
- Anchorage in the Golfe de Girolata
- Dining
- Dinner aboard prepared by your private chef, using local produce
- DAY 05
Cargèse, Corsica
Arrive at the port of Cargèse, a town with a unique dual identity. Founded by Greek immigrants in the 17th century, it features two remarkable churches—one Latin, one Greek Orthodox—that face each other across a small valley. The serene port and beautiful surrounding beaches offer a peaceful respite.
- Visit the opposing Latin and Greek Orthodox churches
- Relax on the expansive sands of Plage du Pero
- Enjoy the clear waters and watersports at Plage de Chiuni
- Hike a section of the coastal path to the Genoese tower, Tour d'Omigna
- Anchorage
- Port de Plaisance de Cargèse
- Dining
- A'marena for fresh seafood overlooking the port
- DAY 06
Ajaccio & Îles Sanguinaires
Wake in the vibrant, historic capital of Corsica, the birthplace of Napoléon Bonaparte. Explore the bustling morning market and imperial architecture before an afternoon cruise out to the Îles Sanguinaires. As the sun sets, the islands glow a deep, blood-red, providing a spectacular backdrop for evening cocktails on deck.
- Visit Maison Bonaparte, Napoléon's ancestral home
- Explore the lively morning market at Place Foch
- Discover the Italian masterpieces at Palais Fesch-Musée des Beaux-Arts
- Anchor at the Îles Sanguinaires for a memorable sunset
- Anchorage
- Port Tino Rossi
- Dining
- Le 20123 for a traditional Corsican culinary experience
- DAY 07
Bonifacio, Corsica
The approach to Bonifacio is one of the world's great yachting experiences. The harbour is a narrow fjord carved into limestone cliffs, upon which the ancient citadel balances precariously. Spend the day exploring the medieval Haute Ville, with its vertiginous views over the turquoise strait that separates Corsica from Sardinia.
- Swim and have lunch at anchor in the beautiful Baie de Roccapina
- Navigate the dramatic entrance to Bonifacio's fjord-like harbour
- Explore the medieval citadel and its panoramic cliff-edge paths
- Descend the 187 steps of the Escalier du Roi d'Aragon, carved into the cliff face
- Anchorage
- Port de Bonifacio
- Dining
- L'Aria Nova, tucked away in the old town
- DAY 08
Lavezzi & La Maddalena Archipelago
Cross the Strait of Bonifacio into Italian waters, navigating the Lavezzi islands—a stunning chaos of wind-sculptured granite boulders and aquamarine pools. Continue into the heart of the La Maddalena Archipelago National Park. Drop anchor in a secluded cove, surrounded by the scent of juniper and the turquoise waters for which Sardinia is famous.
- Snorkel among the granite boulders at Cala Lazzarina, Lavezzi
- Swim in the 'Piscine Naturali' between the islands of Budelli and Santa Maria
- Explore the charming main town of La Maddalena
- Visit the Garibaldi Compendium museum on the island of Caprera
- Anchorage
- Anchorage at Cala Coticcio ('Tahiti Beach'), Caprera
- Dining
- La Scogliera, a spectacular waterfront restaurant accessed by tender
- DAY 09
Costa Smeralda, Sardinia
Today is a celebration of the Costa Smeralda, the 'Emerald Coast'. Cruise from one iconic bay to the next, from the long sands of Liscia Ruja to the exclusive perfection of Cala di Volpe. This is the Mediterranean's most glamorous playground, a carefully curated landscape of luxury villas, superyachts, and impossibly clear water.
- Enjoy watersports in the sheltered bay of Cala di Volpe
- Anchor for a swim at Spiaggia del Principe, the 'Prince's Beach'
- Relax on the fine white sands of Romazzino beach
- Explore the unique, organic architecture of Porto Cervo village
- Anchorage
- Anchorage in the bay of Cala di Volpe
- Dining
- Sunset cocktails at Phi Beach, followed by dinner at Matsuhisa at Hotel Cala di Volpe
- DAY 10
Porto Cervo, Sardinia
Enjoy a final, leisurely breakfast on the aft deck, moored in the prestigious Marina di Porto Cervo. The morning sun catches the polished hulls of neighbouring superyachts and the windows of the designer boutiques lining the Piazzetta. Reflect on a voyage of incredible contrasts before disembarking in the heart of Sardinian luxury.
- Savour a final alfresco breakfast on board
- Take a last stroll through the Piazzetta and its winding arcades
- Browse the world-class luxury boutiques
- Enjoy a final Italian espresso at a waterfront café before departure
- Anchorage
- Marina di Porto Cervo
- Dining
- A farewell cappuccino and pastry at a café in the Piazzetta
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- Sardinia Yacht Charter
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- Calvi Yacht Charter
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- Cannes Yacht Charter
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- Costa Smeralda Yacht Charter
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- La Maddalena Yacht Charter
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- Cres Yacht Charter
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- French Riviera
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- Cala del Forte
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- Cala Gavetta, La Maddalena
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