Motor Yacht Charters: Our Top 15

1.Berlin: Boat Sightseeing Tour on Electric Motor Yacht

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 767 reviews · from $44 a seat Our pick

Step aboard Fitzgerald, a 1920s-style electric yacht, for a quiet 60 to 75 minute cruise from Berlin Cathedral. You’ll pass Museum Island, the Reichstag, Chancellery, Bellevue Palace, and more, with German and English commentary, lounge seating, blankets, music, and drinks available to buy.

“Despite our route having to be changed last minute they made sure we got to see as many sights as possible and for the allocated time. It’s German followed by English narration. Gorgeous yacht, with blankets and drinks/snacks available. Really worth booking this over a bigger boat if you’re after a more attentive and relaxing experience.”

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2.Tour of Ischia Island with Motor Yacht Rocca Corsa

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 181 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $96 a seat Top rated

Spend 7 to 8 hours circling Ischia aboard the Rocca Corsa from Forio. Stephanie may provide English island commentary while the crew serves drinks, seafood, fresh sfogliatella, wine, and limoncello. You will stop to swim near San Pancrazio, visit the Grotta dell’Amore, see the Fungo rock, and pass Ischia Ponte and Citara Bay.

“we took a trip around Ischia, stopping to swim, and eat. Great captain, who also was a chef, and excellent hostess who pointed out all the island sights. DO IT!”

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3.Scenic Cruise & Guided Walk on Historic Motor Yacht Lake Te Anau

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 165 reviews · from $102 a seat

Spend about three hours on Lake Te Anau aboard the historic motor yacht Faith, with live commentary, afternoon tea, and a guided walk to a clear forest lake. The small group, usually capped at 16, keeps the outing personal. Crew members such as Adam, Megan, Paul, and Jackie share the boat’s story and Fiordland’s natural details, though the exact crew may vary.

“The day was perfect - clear and sunny skies, the water was fairly smooth, the boat ride was relaxing and a little breezy! Paul and Jackie were a blast! Jackie’s commentary along the hike was great! Funny and she pointed out fun tips of plantsRead more”

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4.Private Motor Yacht Cruise with BBQ, Open Bar & Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 144 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $1,149 a seat

Sail Santorini’s volcanic coast aboard a private motor yacht with hotel pickup, a BBQ meal, open bar, and crew-led sightseeing. Swim at White Beach, Palea Kameni, Nea Kameni, and Thirassia, then watch the sunset near Oia on the afternoon departure. Crew members such as Captain Janos, Spiros, Hector, and Ada may vary by sailing.

“We had the best private yacht cruise possible. We had Captain Tellis and deckhand Nobi. They took care of us in an amazing way. The best way to see Santorini. We wish we had booked them for the whole day not just for 5 hours”

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5.Northern Lights Motor Yacht Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 133 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $99 a seat

Sail from Reykjavík Old Harbor into Faxaflói Bay for 2.5 hours in search of the aurora. You may ride the 35-seat MY Harpa or 95-seat MY Amelia Rose. Expect an English or Icelandic guide, indoor seating, Wi-Fi, blankets, city views, and a bar serving hot drinks.

“Clean,cosy jacht ,nice staff.We saw the Northen light,unforgivable experience.”

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6.Scenic Cruise & Guided walk on Historic Motor Yacht Lake Te Anau

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 76 reviews · from $102 a seat

Set out from Te Anau on the restored historic yacht Faith with a crew that may include Adam, Jackie, or George. Cruise into the South Fiord, walk 15 minutes to a Hidden Lake, enjoy tea and snacks, then sail back when the wind allows. The half-day trip carries no more than 16 people.

“Captain Adam and First Mate Jackie were wonderful! They were so welcoming and told us to pretend their boat was ours for the journey. My husband and brother-on-law poked around the vessel and helped raise and lower the sails. All oRead more”

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7.Private Full-Day Motor Yacht Cruise with Meal, Open Bar+Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 64 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $2,232 a seat

Spend about 10 hours on a private motor yacht from Vlychada, with stops at Red Beach, White Beach, the volcano, hot springs, Thirasia, and Oia. Transfers, lunch, snacks, drinks, and snorkel gear are included. Crew members such as Captain Leo, Niki, and Nobbi have earned warm praise for attentive service, though the route can change with weather.

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8.Evening Champagne Cruise on Historic 1935 Motor Yacht.

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 48 reviews · 1h 30m · from $86 a seat

Board Faith, a lovingly preserved 1935 Scottish motor yacht, at Te Anau’s historic wharf. Captain Adam and the crew guide you across Lake Te Anau for 90 minutes, with unlimited drinks, canapés, boat stories, a sheltered cove stop, and the chance to help steer or handle the sails.

“A fabulous evening in stunning scenery with a lovely host.”

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9.Private Diamond 36 Motor Yacht Caldera Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 40 reviews · 3 - 5 hours · from $147 a seat

You’ll cruise Santorini’s caldera aboard the new Diamond 36 motor yacht with your own private group. Choose a 3, 4, or 5-hour route, swim near Thirassia and the volcano, snorkel by White Beach, and eat a fresh BBQ with Greek wine. Captains such as George, Adam, and Phillip handle the boat and meal service.

“Our crew was amazing - accommodating, knowledgeable and friendly. The excursion itself was amazing, worth every penny and more!! A must do if visiting Santorini.”

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10.Diamond 36 Private Motor Yacht Caldera Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 37 reviews · 3 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $395 a seat

You’ll sail the Santorini caldera aboard the Diamond 36 with a private crew, often including Captain Phillip and George. Swim near the volcano’s hot springs, stop at White and Red beaches on the longer cruise, and enjoy a Greek meal with drinks prepared onboard. Hotel pickup and drop-off handle the day’s logistics.

“This was an amazing cruise. Both the captain and first mate were awesome. They took us to a few spots where we got to snorkel and swim in the hot springs. They were knowledgeable about the area and history behind them. The meal they prepared was delicious and probably one of the best meals we had this far. Unfortunately weather was starting to get bad so we had to come in early and forgo the sunset but ultimately they got us back safely. Also I need to thank the driver who picked us up on time and brought us back to our hotel! I highly recommend this, you will not…”

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11.Coron: Private Island-Hopping Tour on a Yacht or Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 36 reviews · 9 hours · whole boat $360, up to 1

Spend nine hours on a private Coron island-hopping boat with an English or Tagalog guide. Visit Kayangan Lake, Barracuda Lake, Twin Lagoon, Banol Beach, CYC Beach, and Coral Garden, with lunch, snorkeling gear, and optional hotel pickup. A photographer and drone package is also available.

“The yacht is great, there were five of us and plenty of room in the rear open area. Very friendly crew, captain and guide. A varied and plentiful lunch is included. Not mentioned in the description is the fact that a maximum of six destinations are visited, further destinations, even within the planned time frame, are charged extra.”

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12.New York City: Holiday Jazz Classic Motor Yacht Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 35 reviews · 1h 30m · from $134 a seat

Spend 90 minutes aboard the classic Manhattan or Manhattan II, a heated, holiday-decorated yacht sailing from Chelsea Piers. You’ll hear a live jazz trio, enjoy homemade cookies and one included drink, and see the Financial District, Governors Island, Ellis Island, and the Statue of Liberty after dark.

“Amazing experience. The jazz music what great and the staff were lovely. Amazing views of the Statue of Liberty”

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13.Evening aperitif tour aboard the motor yacht Fitzgerald

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 35 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $71 a seat

Spend about 75 minutes aboard the motor yacht Fitzgerald, cruising from Berlin Cathedral through the central waterways. You’ll pass the Humboldt Forum, Nikolaiviertel, Reichstag, Federal Chancellery, and Berlin Victory Column with a glass of wine and lounge music. This is a relaxed sightseeing cruise, not a guided tour with spoken commentary.

“We sat at the front of the boat and it was very relaxing. The boat is beautiful and crew took care of us. A great way to end our last night in Berlin.”

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14.Motor Yacht Sunset Cruise with 5-Course Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 35 reviews · from $80 a seat

Set out from Vlihada at about 3:30 pm aboard the Oniro yacht for a five-hour cruise past Santorini’s beaches, lighthouse, caldera, and volcanoes. Swim near the volcano and Mesa Pigadia, enjoy a five-course meal cooked onboard, and watch the sunset at sea. Pickup, drinks, and groups of up to 14 are included.

“Staffs are accommodating, trustworthy, respectful and friendly. The ride was excellent with so much care. Food was okay . It the best and we (myself and my girls )have a lot of fun. I hope to have another cruise ride with them whenever I visit Santorini. Thank you all so much. I’ll recommend it over and over to anyone coming to Santorini to try it and enjoy the fun.”

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15.Half-Day Luxury Motor Yacht Cruise in Granada

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 29 reviews · from $160 a seat

Sail La Herradura Bay to La Cantarrijan beach aboard a luxury catamaran or motor yacht. With a maximum of 10 people, your four-hour cruise includes cava, other drinks, an onboard meal, snorkeling gear, kayaks, and paddleboards. Hotel or apartment minibus transfers are available for an extra fee.

“Celebramos el 20 cumpleaños de nuestra hija en un yate espectacular y con una tripulación inmejorable”

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