CHRISTINA O is a 99-metre classic superyacht accommodating 34 guests in 17 cabins with a crew of 39, chartering from €700,000 per week. Converted by Aristotle Onassis from a 1943 Canadian-built frigate and most recently refitted in 2020, she is the most historically significant yacht available for charter anywhere, and a regular of the French Riviera season.
CHRISTINA O at a Glance
- Length: 99 m (325 ft)
- Built: Canadian Vickers 1943, converted 1954, refit 2020
- Guests: 34 in 17 cabins, the largest guest capacity in the charter fleet
- Crew: 39
- 2027 weekly rate: from €700,000 + APA & VAT
- Charter area: West Mediterranean
The Most Famous Yacht in the World
No charter yacht carries history like this one. As Onassis's private yacht, CHRISTINA O hosted Winston Churchill, Maria Callas, Grace Kelly and John F. Kennedy; Ari's Bar and the famous mosaic swimming pool that rises to become a dance floor are still the heart of the yacht. Successive refits, most recently 2020, keep her fully modern beneath the heritage.
Why Charter CHRISTINA O
Capacity. Where almost every superyacht is limited to 12 guests, CHRISTINA O takes 34 overnight, which makes her the Riviera's premier venue for milestone birthdays, weddings and corporate charters, with the service depth of a 39-person crew. For events during the Monaco Grand Prix or Cannes Film Festival, she is in a category of one.
2027 Charter Rates
From €700,000 per week plus APA and VAT. Per guest, that makes one of history's great yachts surprisingly comparable to a 12-guest superyacht, see our charter cost guide. Event weeks book far in advance.
How to Book
Enquire with Navélia for 2027 availability. Compare alternatives in our 10 best Riviera charter yachts, including GRAND OCEAN (24 guests) and BLEU DE NIMES (28 guests) for large groups.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to charter CHRISTINA O?+
CHRISTINA O charters from €700,000 per week in 2027, plus APA (25 to 35%) and VAT where applicable. With 34 guest berths, her per-guest cost is among the most reasonable in the superyacht fleet.
How many guests can CHRISTINA O take?+
34 guests sleeping in 17 cabins, with a crew of 39, the largest overnight guest capacity of any classic charter yacht, which makes her ideal for weddings and events.
What is the history of CHRISTINA O?+
She was built in 1943 by Canadian Vickers as a frigate and converted by Aristotle Onassis into the world's first true superyacht in 1954. She hosted figures from Churchill to Grace Kelly, and was fully refitted in 2020.
Where does CHRISTINA O cruise?+
She charters in the West Mediterranean, with the French Riviera, Monaco and the Italian coast as her traditional summer grounds.
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