Princess V40

A Day Aboard the Princess V40

A Princess V40 charter in Puglia begins at Cala Ponte Marina in Polignano a Mare, where your experienced captain welcomes you aboard and briefs you on the day ahead. This sporty express cruiser is the perfect yacht for couples and small groups seeking an intimate, unhurried experience on the Adriatic. With room for up to eight guests, every cruise feels personal and exclusive.

As the twin Volvo Penta engines ease the yacht out of the harbour, the dramatic cliff face of Polignano a Mare unfolds before you. The V40's sporty handling makes navigating close to the towering limestone cliffs and into narrow sea caves an exhilarating experience. Her compact 13-metre size is a genuine advantage here: she slips into hidden coves and shallow inlets that larger yachts simply cannot reach. Your captain knows every passage and will guide you to the most spectacular spots along the coast.

The route south reveals one highlight after another. You will see Grotta Palazzese from the sea, the famous cave restaurant perched above the waterline, and glide past Lama Monachile, the iconic cove framed by a Roman bridge. Continuing toward Monopoli, a string of secluded coves with turquoise water invites you to stop, swim, and snorkel near cave entrances where the light plays off the rocky walls. Back on board, stretch out on the generous bow sunbathing area while the crew prepares a light lunch and aperitivo featuring local Puglia specialties, served at the cockpit table with the coastline as your backdrop. A private boat cruise along this stretch of the Adriatic coast is, quite simply, unforgettable.

Why Choose the Princess V40

Agility is the defining quality of this yacht. At 13 metres, she is the ideal size for exploring tight coastal spots, shallow coves, and narrow cave entrances that dot the Polignano coastline. Yet she is unmistakably a Princess: the heritage of Princess Yachts, one of Britain's most respected shipyards, is evident in every detail, from the refined teak-and-leather finishing to the precise engineering of her hull.

For those looking for a yacht rental in Polignano, the V40 offers exceptional value. She delivers a premium yacht experience at an accessible price point, making her the best entry to luxury charter in Puglia. Twin Volvo Penta engines provide a responsive, smooth ride whether you are cruising at speed or idling along the coast. She is ideal for couples celebrating anniversaries or birthdays, small family outings with children, and photography tours where manoeuvrability matters. Your dedicated captain is not just a skipper but a local guide who knows exactly where to find the best hidden spots along the Adriatic coast.

Exploring Puglia's Coast on a Sport Cruiser

A sport cruiser brings a distinct advantage to coastal exploration that a larger motor yacht or sailing catamaran cannot match. The Princess V40's shallow draft lets her reach beaches and rocky inlets that are completely inaccessible to superyachts, opening up a private world of deserted swimming spots and untouched shoreline. Along the Polignano a Mare coastline alone there are more than fifty sea caves waiting to be discovered, many of them accessible only by a nimble vessel like the V40.

The charter season runs from May through October, when conditions on the Adriatic are perfect for open-cockpit cruising. Warm, settled weather and calm seas make every outing comfortable, whether you choose a half-day escape or a full-day voyage. For anyone planning a Princess V40 charter in Puglia, the combination of agile performance, British luxury, and one of the Mediterranean's most dramatic coastlines creates an experience that is hard to match anywhere else.