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Cote d'Azur travel 2021
This autumn we are going to the French Riviera, where we hasten to invite you too. This time of the year there are almost ideal conditions for yachting.
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September 4 – 18, 202115 days
- Start and finish
- Antibes, France
- Level
- Beginners, Experienced
- Languages
- Russian, English
- Organizer
About the event
This autumn we are going to the French Riviera, where we hasten to invite you too. This time of the year there are almost ideal conditions for yachting. The "hellish hell" of the local summer is already losing ground, and the velvet season begins, when you can still annoy your followers on Instagram and Facebook with a bronze tan, but the breeze is already beginning to fill the sails. A multitude of cozy coves, islets, marinas and a rich nautical history have turned many local towns and villages into the world's sailing capitals and popular yachting destinations. That is why in September we make our way to the homeland of frog lovers.
We divided our trip into two stages. In the first week there will be more relaxation on the yacht, promenade and parties, and we plan to devote the second week to longer crossings, and as a result, there will be more opportunities to work with a sail for everyone. And in addition to all of the above, of course, you will find excellent sailing, snow-white beauties of the yacht, sails full of wind, experienced and charismatic skippers, a cheerful team and coastal parties!
Offers and pricing
One week on a yacht
€650per person · whole trip
Two weeks on a yacht
€1,300per person · whole trip
- Paid separately
Shared expenses
€100per person
Refundable security deposit
€500per person
What the price covers
INCLUDED Weekly accommodation on a sailing yacht in a 2-bed cabin, registration fees, household options (bed linen, gas), skipper services, photo support. NOT INCLUDED Travel to the venue, meals, personal health insurance, fuel and port taxes, visa fees.
Itinerary
- Saturday
DAY 1 Saturday. Antibes. Antibes was the very first city built by the Greeks on the Cote d'Azur. We will also begin our wanderings from him. Collection at the marina at 15-00. Food purchase. Acceptance of yachts. Registration of documents. Accommodation of crews. Brief safety briefing. And only after that the exit to the city. Ironically, this ancient city has now become the youngest city in the Riviera, which is very useful for us. After all, those who arrive early will have the opportunity to enjoy its ancient architecture, and in the evening we will enjoy its "nightlife" with the whole flotilla.
- Sunday
Day 2 Sunday. Crossing Antibes - Monaco - 15 miles. Immediately on the very first sailing out to sea, we leave the waters of France and set sail for the Principality of Monaco. And we are going to the very pretentious marina with expensive and stunningly beautiful yachts that you could watch the Formula 1 racing championship. Instead of the national flag of Monaco, you can safely hang out a golden LUXURY plaque, because this is a state of exclusively high society interests: expensive cars, yachts, casinos. In which we must definitely go to make a couple of bets, as well as see the Prince's Palace, stroll through the enchanting gardens and cozy streets, and be sure to visit the best restaurants on the Cote d'Azur. Undoubtedly, this toy state in its size is one of the most famous and beautiful in the world, and how could it be otherwise. If you have not been here, then once you find yourself, I think you will agree with us.
- Monday
DAY 3 Monday. Crossing Monaco - Sanremo - 20 miles And again we make the transition from one country to another, no, we are not returning to France, but heading to Italy. Sanremo is one of the most respectable and sedate resorts in Liguria. People come here not for parties, but for a calm and measured rest on the beaches and in the SPA. The Russian aristocracy left a big imprint on the city, for example, the main Imperatrice Embankment, which you should definitely walk along, is named after the wife of Alexander II, Maria Alexandrovna.
- Tuesday
DAY 4 Tuesday. Crossing San Remo - Nice - 25 miles It's time to return to France, and we go to one of the famous cities of the Côte d'Azur in Nice, a city between the waters of the Mediterranean Sea and the foothills of the Alps, located in the "Bay of Angels" (Bayeux-des-Ange). Once Nice was a major maritime and commercial center and gained its tourist fame at the beginning of the 19th century. The city will surely please you with its coziness and resort rhythm of life, stunning architecture, the Promenade des Anglais and the atmosphere of the Old Town.
- Wednesday
Day 5 Wednesday. Crossing Nice - Cannes - 25 miles Cannes, the town located in the Bay of Naples, is certainly associated with the Cannes Film Festival. And this is without a doubt so, the heart of the film festival, the Palais des Festivals is located on the most important street of the city - the iconic Croisette, which is definitely worth a stroll along. But it's worth coming here, just after all the bustle of the cinema in May, so that you can enjoy just its real atmosphere, stroll through the Old Town of Le Suquet, wander the winding streets and go to the Liberty Avenue, look at the antiques of junk dealers, continue your way to the bustling market in quarter Forville and lie for a few hours on one of the beaches.
- Thursday
DAY 6 Thursday. Cannes - Saint-Tropez - 25 miles Saint-Tropez, a town known among yachtsmen primarily for one of the most "major" sailing regattas in the world, the Giraglia Rolex Cup, is one of the yacht capitals of the Mediterranean. This sunny seaside town has rightfully earned itself the title of a fashionable "star" resort. Once a secluded provincial town, the town gained fame of endless youth and fun, a city of show business stars and yachtsmen, in the heart of which there is a cobbled promenade with many cafes, always full of passers-by, enjoying sunbathing and views of parked yachts, and turning into a fashion catwalk in the evening ...
- Friday
DAY 7 Friday. Crossing Saint-Tropez - Antibes - 30 miles And now we are returning to Antibes, our first week of travel is coming to an end. From the marina, you can go sightseeing, contemplate the once impregnable Fort Carré, take a photo against the backdrop of the Garoupe lighthouse or go to the longest beach of La Salis to relax after a week of yachting, and in the evening go to one of the cozy restaurants with first-class seafood. And of course, mark the travel equator in one of Antibes' nightclubs or bars.
- Saturday
DAY 8 Saturday. Antibes Unfortunately, the time has come to part with those who went on a trip only for the first week, and to meet new participants in the trip. Collection of new arrivals in the Marina of Antibes at approximately 15-00. For those who went on a trip for two weeks, Saturday is a free day, and the whole city is at your disposal. You can soak up one of the city's beaches, or continue your sightseeing, but we recommend visiting the Marineland Marine Park, which combines a water park and a dolphinarium.
- Sunday
DAY 9 Sunday. Crossing Antibes - Toulon - 25 miles Toulon is primarily the largest commercial port and military harbor in France, so the city has a slightly different atmosphere from tourist resorts, which absorbs many cultures of different peoples. The city has a lot of greenery, the Alexander I garden deserves special attention. Also in the city we would like to highlight the Toulon Cathedral and the Royal Tower with the Maritime Museum.
- Monday
DAY 10 Monday. Crossing Toulon - Marseille - 40 miles Marseille is the second largest city in France, the largest commercial port, and an industrial center. Of course, there are many attractions in Marseille - these are two fortresses in the harbor of Saint-Jean and Saint-Nicolas, the Old Port and the Old Town, a huge number of all kinds of cathedrals and churches. But we would like to draw your attention to the many clubs with live music and music venues, where we can add some good music and great energy to our hiking trips.
- Tuesday
DAY 11 Tuesday. Marseille (island hopping) - 10-20 miles On this day, we will go for a short walk along the islands nearby from Marseille. The main pearl of this trip will be the Isle of If, known from the books of Alexandre Dumas, with the castle of the same name located on it. On the island, you can book a guided tour of the castle, and then dine in a cafe with a stunning view of Marseille.
- Wednesday
DAY 12 Wednesday. Crossing Marseille - Hyères - 50 miles Hyères is one of the oldest resorts on the French Riviera. Historical figures such as Napoleon and Queen Victoria used to promenade along the main street of Gambetta Avenue. I call Hyères the city of eternal summer, and you should definitely stroll through its gardens and parks, see the local architecture, several ancient churches and dine after a busy day in one of the restaurants in the old city.
- Thursday
DAY 13 Thursday. Hyeres - Port Grimaud - 30 miles Port Grimaud is somewhat reminiscent of miniature Venice, the town is cut by canals, and local residents keep boats and boats instead of cars near the house. In addition to this feature, the city is famous for its medieval castle and stone fountain in the central square.
- Friday
DAY 14 Friday. Saint-Tropez - Antibes - 20 miles Return to Antibes. Delivery of boats around 17-00. After that, the final party in one of the bars on the waterfront, followed by a continuation on the yachts.
- Saturday
DAY 15 Saturday. Antibes. In the morning the crews leave the yachts.
Location
Antibes - Monaco - Sanremo - Nice - Cannes - Saint-Tropez - Toulon - Marseille - Isle of If - Hyères - Port Grimaud - Antibes