How long is a yacht charter season?

Yachting has two main seasons: summer (May to October) in the Mediterranean and winter (November to April) in the Caribbean, peaking at Christmas and New Year. Booking in the shoulder seasons offers crowd avoidance, flexible rates, and a wider selection.

Where can I charter a yacht?

With access to a global fleet of yachts for charter all over the world, Y.CO offers diverse yachting destinations. In the summer, the Mediterranean is a top choice, while the Bahamas and Caribbean draw many clients during the winter months.

How much does it cost to charter a yacht?

Charter rates are typically quoted by the week and prices vary depending on the model of the yacht, size, year built, and onboard amenities. Most yachts have higher rates during peak season (July, August, Christmas and New Year) with lower rates throughout the rest of the year.

How do I charter a yacht?

If you're a complete beginner when it comes to yacht charter, don't worry. Our team of experts will guide you through the entire process. From choosing the perfect yacht and negotiating the best rates to fine-tuning your exclusive itinerary, we've got you covered.

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Villefranche

Depth of colour.

Depth of Colour

Colorful buildings line a cobblestone promenade overlooking a tranquil bay dotted with sailboats.

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Down-to-earth Charm

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Secret Taverns

Villefranche is a port of two halves. The seaside promenade is a Mayfair-on-Sea of fast cars and movie stars. Yet stroll one street behind for labyrinthine streets and local eats, including chickpea socca and salade Niçoise. Villefranche is topped by a massive Citadelle. The best bit? This gigantic fortress opens until midnight as an outdoor cinema: Black Panther for kids; Tenet for grown-ups.

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A Beautiful Approach

Villefranche found fame as a freediving destination. In the protected bay hold-your-breath divers descend to 130m wearing only flippers and masks. Try the sport on board your yacht. Crew will supply monofins and instruct on breathing techniques. Or simply snorkel with sea-level octopus and gilthead bream. Too strenuous? Ask your crew to stream freediving classic The Big Blue on deck. Popcorn and Kronenbourg beers are on demand.

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Colorful buildings cascade down the hillside to a vibrant blue harbor filled with sailboats.

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Secrets To Discover

In Villefranche solace is simple to source. Jog the coastal path that has connected Villefranche to Nice since time began. Or hike up to impregnable Fort du Mont-Alban 220m above town - and WhatsApp crew with your lunch order from the top. Sunset is best spent on a rooftop bar. Want to recreate your favourite cocktail, requiring Hendrick’s gin or Mount Gay rum? Your crew will escort you back to your yacht, then set up a mixology bar on deck.

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Inspirational Itineraries in Villefranche

Monaco's glittering coastline and cityscape shimmer under the twilight sky, a jewel on the Mediterranean.

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Côte d'Azur Classic

Monaco to St Tropez. Cruise through the sybaritic history of the South of France. With a cast of painters, writers, winemakers and chefs.

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Le Jet Set

Cannes to Monaco. Experience the South of France the way it's designed to be done. With raised pulses, eyebrows and glasses.

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Secret South of France

Antibes to Menton. Y.CO sails far from the madding crowds with a seven-day sojourn through the secret South of France.

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Yachting's Favourite Playground

Monaco to Nice. Cruising the French Riviera is not a once in a lifetime experience. It's an annual, unmissable event.

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Monaco

Bars, Cars & Michelin Stars. Monaco is the city-state that never sleeps. The Principality boasts more fast cars and Michelin stars than anywhere else on earth.

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Eze

Eze is on an eagle's nest. Imagine a Disney castle sited 410m above the Mediterranean. The best panorama from this clifftop village? The once-in-a-lifetime view from San Remo to St Tropez.

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Villefranche

Depth of colour. Villefranche rings the Riviera's greatest harbour like an amphitheatre. The principle pastime? Drinking café au lait while watching the bay. That's because the 300m-deep water welcomes humble fishermen alongside the world's largest yachts.

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St Tropez

Life is rosé in this anything-goes escape. acht guests can wear flip-flops, kaftans, Panama hats or Bermuda shorts. In this former fishing village posing is considered arriviste.

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Sunlight bathes the ancient stone walls and colorful buildings of a coastal town overlooking the vibrant blue Mediterranean Sea.

Antibes

Where café culture is an art form. Antibes is one big pavement café. Sip frozen espresso in Café Marius. Dirty martinis in Le Pimm's. Or follow your steward to underground drinking den L'Absinthe Bar.

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Colorful buildings cascade down a hillside towards the sea under a brilliant blue sky.

Cannes

Capital of cool. La Croisette is Cannes’ seaside boulevard. It sparkles with boutiques from head to toe (think Ralph Lauren for sunhats, Jimmy Choo for shoes).

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Cap Ferrat

Pink Palazzi and private bays. Cap Ferrat is Europe's coolest peninsula. It punches into the Mediterranean in a succession of six sandy bays. Running along its emerald spine are Italianate palazzi and French chateaux.

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Îles de Lérins

The sunshine twins. The two Lérins islands swim in azure seas one kilometre from Cannes. Ile St Honorat and Ile Ste Marguerite are car-free, stress-free and after 5pm - solely accessible by private boat.

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Menton

Set sail to the sunniest city in France. 2,600 annual sunshine hours made Menton a holiday spot for aristocratic Russians, Italians and Brits. The idle rich planted tropical gardens like Jardin Val Rahmeh, which overflows with guavas and bananas.

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