MAXIMILIAN MMIV | Luxury Crewed Motor Yacht

A charter through the Cyclades feels different when the crew around you inspires complete trust, and that is exactly what guests find aboard MAXIMILIAN MMIV. Captain James Archer brings more than thirty years of luxury yachting experience and a strong understanding of how to turn beautiful cruising grounds into a deeply personal itinerary. Alongside him, First Officer Megan Droppa, Chief Engineer Stuart Davis, and Engineer Steve Beeston provide the knowledge and reliability that help each crossing, anchorage, and day on board feel calm and well managed. Megan’s water sports and diving credentials add another layer of fun for active guests, while Stuart’s Royal Navy background and safety instruction experience, together with Steve’s long career in marine engineering and yachting, help create the kind of security that lets everyone fully relax into the Greek islands.

Chef Ioannis Karagiannis brings a global culinary background and a warm, guest-focused approach that elevate every meal on board. With formal training in Athens, London, Lausanne, and Lyon, plus years of experience in high-end kitchens and luxury private settings, he knows how to balance refined cooking with the comfort and pleasure guests actually want during a charter. In the Cyclades, that translates into menus that feel fresh, generous, and beautifully suited to long lunches, relaxed breakfasts, and atmospheric dinners on deck. His willingness to personalize each menu means guests feel that the experience is truly theirs, not something copied from one charter to the next.

Chief Stewardess Alex Scott rounds out the experience with service that feels smooth, thoughtful, and genuinely welcoming, supported by Stewardesses Emily Philips and Logan Robinson. Emily’s background in luxury hosting and high-pressure charter operations, combined with Logan’s elevated service standards and easy adaptability, helps the interior run with grace and consistency throughout the trip. On deck, Bosuns Jack Milne and Kian Carstens bring enthusiasm, a natural ease with guests, and a real passion for the water, making activities and time outdoors feel especially enjoyable. Altogether, this crew gives guests what they are really looking for in the Cyclades: confidence in the team, pleasure at the table, and days that feel as easy as the sea looks.

7-Day Sample Motor Yacht Charter Itinerary in the Cyclades Islands, Greece:
The Cyclades begin in style the moment you step aboard the Sunrise 45 luxury crewed motor yacht MAXIMILIAN MMIV in Athens. From here, your seven-day exclusive Cyclades crewed motor yacht itinerary opens with the promise of whitewashed villages, clear blue anchorages, and days shaped entirely around your preferences. Whether you picture ancient sites, long swims in sheltered bays, or leisurely lunches with the Greek islands in view, the experience quickly becomes about more than simply moving from one stop to the next. MAXIMILIAN MMIV sets the scene for a week that feels vibrant, personal, and deeply rewarding.

Whether your plans lean toward historical discovery, water sports, culinary tours, or a thoughtful mix of all three, the Boatbookings Team will work closely with your crew to shape a journey that reflects exactly how you want to experience Greece. Their understanding of the destination, combined with the onboard team’s commitment to delivering a smooth and enjoyable charter, allows each day to feel well paced and full of possibility. There is room for lively afternoons, slower scenic cruising, and those in-between moments that often become the most memorable part of the week. With the right planning and the right yacht, the Cyclades become a destination that feels both exciting and wonderfully easy to enjoy.

MAXIMILIAN MMIV also offers guests the freedom to continue their time on the water beyond Greece, with summer charter availability in the French Riviera, Italy, and Turkey. During the winter, she is available only in Greece and Turkey, offering a more focused Eastern Mediterranean experience in the cooler season. From mid-Aug onward, charter availability would be preferred in Sicily and around the Ionians, opening the door to another side of the Mediterranean for late-summer plans. That flexibility makes MAXIMILIAN MMIV especially appealing for guests who want one standout yacht and several enticing cruising possibilities.

Accommodation:
Number of Cabins: 5
Cabin Configuration: 3 Double Cabins, 2 Twin Cabins
Bed Configuration: 1 King Bed, 2 Queen Beds, 4 Single Beds, 1 Pullman Bed
Number of Guests: 11

Overview:
MAXIMILIAN MMIV feels right at home in Greece, where her sleek white exterior catches the sunlight and gives her a clean, polished presence among the islands. The Sunrise 45 luxury motor yacht has been refitted with comfort and enjoyment in mind, giving guests a setting that feels both relaxed and highly considered from the start. She is arranged for recreation, social connection, and time to truly unwind, making each day on the itinerary feel full without ever feeling rushed. In the Greek islands, she becomes more than a yacht; she becomes part of the experience itself.

One of the pleasures of being on board is how naturally the exterior spaces draw guests into the destination. On the expansive flybridge, the historical landmarks and ancient temples of Athens create a remarkable scene for conversations over a bottle of Ouzo, while the flybridge jacuzzi invites a slower pace with a Mojito close by and the city slowly fading behind you. Closer to Mykonos, the port’s pale structures and lively atmosphere turn alfresco dining into one of the most memorable parts of the day, especially when the plan includes docking to wander through the island’s historic alleys afterward. Mornings start just as well on the foredeck lounging area, where breakfast and warm sun combine with wide sea views to set the tone for the day ahead.

Inside, the yacht offers a spacious and elegant retreat shaped by modern and contemporary design details that keep the atmosphere fresh and bright. Surrounding glass windows let natural light travel throughout the interior, giving every area a radiant quality that keeps the yacht feeling open and connected to the sea outside. It is a setting that supports both social downtime and private moments, depending on how guests want the day to unfold. Her luxurious cabins with private bathrooms complete that sense of comfort, providing a peaceful sanctuary for guests staying on board for a week or more.

The adventure continues beyond the main ports, especially when the tender takes guests to the quieter but equally inviting island of Sifnos, known for its appeal to foodies and culinary enthusiasts. Back on MAXIMILIAN MMIV, the assortment of water toys adds another reason to make the most of the Cyclades, which are as enjoyable for activity-filled days as they are for scenic cruising. Between island views, clear water, and the freedom to stop wherever the mood feels right, the whole region becomes a rewarding playground. MAXIMILIAN MMIV captures that balance beautifully, giving guests a Greek charter that feels lively, restorative, and full of character.

Water Toys:
The use of all personal watercraft, including jet skis, is permitted only if the operator holds the appropriate license and complies with local operating regulations. In the Mediterranean, we recommend that all guests interested in obtaining an RYA Personal Water Craft (PWC) license use the water toys onboard safely.

- Sacs Rebel 40ft Chase Boat with Twin 400HP Inboard Engines
- Sea-Doo Wake Jet Ski (170HP)
- Sea-Doo Trixx (90HP)
- 2 x SeaBob F5SR
- 2 x Fliteboard Series 3 E-Foils
- 1 x Fliteboard Series 1 E-Foil
- 1 x Flite Scooter (Suitable for Beginners)
- 2 x Jobe Inflatable Paddleboards
- 1 x 2-Person Kayak
- Jobe Wakeboard
- Connelly Waterskis
- Towable Inflatable Toys (Banana, Donut, Chair)
- Snorkeling Equipment
- 2 x Fishing Rods
- Wetsuits and Water Shoes
- Inflatable Jellyfish Pool
- Inflatable Toy Docks
- Inflatable Hamster Wheel and Tunnel
- 3 x Trek Adult Mountain Bikes
- 2 x Trek Adult Electric Mountain Bikes
- 2 x Bianchi Bikes

MYBA Charter Terms:
The Charter Fee includes the yacht's hire and insurance, crew food and wages, and the yacht’s laundry. All other expenses, including fuel for the main engine, generators, water sports, equipment, running costs, harbor fees, food, soft drinks, alcoholic beverages, communication costs, and local taxes, are additional.

The following will be added to the weekly charter fee: your expenses (or APA allowance, such as fuel, dockage, food, drink, and all other costs) are generally calculated at 30-40% of the charter fee. VAT is also due alongside gratuities (10-20% of the Charter Fee, at the Charterer's discretion).

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