Monaco Grand Prix & Riviera Events Yacht Charter

Monaco Grand Prix yacht charter at a glance

The 2027 Monaco Grand Prix is provisionally scheduled for 4–6 June 2027. Trackside berths in Port Hercule are extremely limited and berth applications open around 1 December, so the best yachts are typically secured 6–12 months ahead. Event weeks carry a premium over normal Riviera rates of about €135,000–€300,000 per week for a 35–49 m superyacht.

Detail	What to expect
Monaco Grand Prix 2027	Provisionally 4–6 June 2027, Port Hercule
Monaco E-Prix 2027	Provisionally 15–16 May 2027
Cannes Film Festival	Every May, Cannes
Monaco Yacht Show	Every September, Port Hercule
Viewing options	Trackside berth in Port Hercule, harbour access, or anchoring off Monaco
Taxes	20% French VAT applies to charters starting in Monaco or France

Watching the Monaco Grand Prix from your own yacht in Port Hercule is one of the great experiences in sport. The circuit wraps around the harbour, so guests see the cars from the sundeck, entertain between sessions and step ashore to the paddock and the parties.

The same Riviera season brings the Cannes Film Festival in May and the Monaco Yacht Show in September. A private yacht gives you a base in the centre of the action, with your own chef, crew and complete privacy.

Sample 7-day Monaco Grand Prix itinerary

This sample week combines the Grand Prix weekend with the best of the Riviera before and after the race.

Day	Route	Highlights
Day 1	Embark in Monaco or Cap d’Ail	Settle aboard and take up position for race week
Day 2	Monaco	Practice sessions from the sundeck, dinner in Monte-Carlo
Day 3	Monaco	Qualifying, paddock hospitality and evening parties
Day 4	Monaco	Race day in Port Hercule
Day 5	Villefranche and Cap Ferrat	A calm anchorage and lunch at a cape-side beach club
Day 6	Antibes and the Lérins Islands	Swimming off Île Sainte-Marguerite and dinner in Cannes
Day 7	Return to Monaco or Nice	Disembark refreshed after race week

Every itinerary is fully flexible. Your captain adjusts the route each day for weather, and we tailor it entirely to your group.

Where to cruise

Port Hercule, Monaco: trackside berths for the Grand Prix and the home of the Monaco Yacht Show.
Cap d’Ail and Fontvieille: nearby marinas with easy access to the circuit.
Villefranche and Cap Ferrat: sheltered anchorages minutes from Monaco.
Cannes: the Film Festival every May, with yachts moored along the Croisette.
Antibes and Saint-Tropez: the Riviera’s superyacht capitals, ideal before or after an event.

Best time to charter

Month	Conditions	Best for
May	Cannes Film Festival; Monaco E-Prix	Events, couples
June	Monaco Grand Prix; long, warm days	Race week, entertaining
July–August	Hottest and busiest Riviera weeks	Beach clubs, Saint-Tropez
September	Monaco Yacht Show; warm sea	Industry events, swimming
October	Mild weather, quiet harbours	Late-season escapes

Monaco Grand Prix yacht charter prices by yacht type

Yacht type	Guests	Typical weekly base rate (high season)
Luxury motor yacht, 25–34 m	8–10	€45,000–€120,000 (event premium applies)
Superyacht, 35–49 m	10–12	€135,000–€300,000 (event premium applies)
Superyacht, 50–60 m	12	€260,000–€450,000 (event premium applies)
Superyacht, 60 m and above	12	€450,000+

Ranges reflect 2026 market rates for well-maintained, fully crewed yachts. Shoulder-season weeks are often lower. We quote each yacht with transparent, itemised figures, with no hidden fees.

What is included, and what is extra

Included in the charter fee

The yacht and its full professional crew
Yacht insurance and crew wages
Use of the water toys and tenders listed in the yacht’s brochure

Added to the charter fee

APA (Advance Provisioning Allowance), usually 30–35%, for fuel, food, drinks and marina fees
Event berthing fees and race-week supplements
20% French VAT for charters starting in Monaco or France
A crew gratuity at your discretion, customarily 10–15%
A delivery fee if you embark or disembark away from the yacht’s home port

Monaco Grand Prix yacht charter FAQ

When is the 2027 Monaco Grand Prix?

The 2027 Monaco Grand Prix is provisionally scheduled for 4–6 June 2027 in Monte-Carlo. Final dates are confirmed by the organisers closer to the event.

How do I get a trackside berth in Port Hercule?

Trackside berths are allocated through an application process that opens around 1 December for the following year. Because berths are so limited, we recommend starting your plans as early as possible.

How much does a Monaco Grand Prix yacht charter cost?

Race-week rates carry a premium over normal Riviera rates, which run from about €135,000–€300,000 per week for a 35–49 m superyacht. Event berthing fees, APA and 20% VAT are added.

Can I charter a yacht for just the race weekend?

Most Grand Prix charters run for the full week because of berth logistics, but shorter charters are sometimes available. We will confirm the options for your dates.

Can I charter for the Cannes Film Festival or Monaco Yacht Show?

Yes. Both events take place every year, in May and September respectively, and yachts moored in Cannes or Port Hercule make an exceptional base for entertaining.

How far in advance should I book?

Book 6–12 months ahead for the Grand Prix and Cannes, and earlier still for the largest yachts and best trackside positions.

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Plan your Monaco Grand Prix charter with Sneed Charters

Your charter is arranged personally by Hansel Sneed, founder of Sneed Charters, and Adrian Sneed, with over 30 years of experience in private crewed yacht charters worldwide. Tell us your dates, your group and the places you dream of, and we will send a curated shortlist of yachts with a tailored itinerary.

Call +1 561-463-6840 or email info@mediterraneanyachtcharters.com. Sail Beyond Luxury.

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