Embark in the Port of St Tropez, the "in" holiday spot for the chic, international jet set. Cruise along the Provençal coastline towards the quiet anchorage of Bastide Blanche. Spend the day relaxing and swimming before returning to the busy nightlife of St Tropez and dine on the lanterned terrace at Spoon.

Known as The Golden Isles, the islands of Les Iles d'Hyères seem a million miles away from the glitz of the Côte d'Azur. Anchor in the small bays bordered by heather, scented myrtles and pine trees around Ile de Porquerolles. Surrounded by an underwater reserve with protected marine life, the waters are teeming with fish.

Cruise to the lively Pampelonne Beach for a morning of watersports activities. Glide past the elegant bays of St Raphael and Agay and into the Bay of Cannes for a spectacular view of the frequent fireworks displays. Dine at the Carlton Hotel on the palm-tree-lined La Croisette. With its designer shops and sandy beaches, the area oozes glamour.

Spend a relaxing afternoon anchored off the beautiful port of St Jean Cap Ferrat, before heading on to Monte Carlo and dinner at the Grill or the infamous Louis XV Sass Café or the equally lively Jimmy'z.

Venture up to the Grimaldi Royal Palace and explore the boutiques of Monte Carlo and the famous Formula 1 street circuit. Anchor in the azure waters off Cap Martin and enjoy an afternoon of watersports before an evening apéritif and dinner prepared by your chef while cruising past San Remo and the Italian coastline. Night cruise to Canon Bay.

Awake in the beautiful Canon Bay and spend the day indulging in watersports activities. Early evening head towards Portofino and dine at the superb Hotel Splendido.

Spend your last morning exploring the boutiques and enchanting streets of Portofino. Head for the fantastic vertiginous village of Vernazza and lunch at Trattoria Gianni Franzi. For the more courageous, walk up the steps from the port to the St George Sanctuary and enjoy the breathtaking views over the town towards the open sea.