PICTURE EXCLUSIVE: Sir Elton John steps onto yacht with husband David Furnish in the South of France

Sir Elton John enjoyed a boat trip along the Mediterranean with his husband David Furnish during their holiday in the South of France on Wednesday. Holiday: Sir Elton John debuted his freshly-dyed auburn locks as he enjoyed a boat trip along the Mediterranean with his husband David Furnish in the South of France on Wednesday Helping hand: Elton was helped onto the boat by members of his entourage who joined the couple for the trip The musical icon also sported white trainers while he put safety first with a white face mask as he boarded the yacht. Radiant redhead: Sir Elton displayed fiery red tresses in a much more vibrant hue than his typical strawberry blonde locks Casual: David opted for a laid back look for the trip, sporting a dark green short-sleeved shirt with a blue patterned print and matching trousers Style: The music icon looked as stylish as ever as he walked along on his holiday Luxury: The singer and his husband arrived at the port with their entourage before boarding the yacht, named Hercules II Outfit: Elton was dressed head to toe in Gucci for his day out as he donned a navy and orange shirt with a pair of matching shorts Sir Elton has previously hosted the likes of David and Victoria Beckham, comedian David Walliams and actor couple Neil Patrick Harris and David Burtka at the property which was once dubbed his 'Pink Villa'. Family: Elton and David are parents to sons Zachary, nine, and Elijah, seven Staying safe: The singer put safety first as he sported a face mask while climbing aboard Vacation: Elton was seen strolling along the pavement prior to his boat trip Stars: Sir Elton is one of many celebrities who enjoy Nice as a playground of the rich Seeing the sights: The hitmaker was careful while stepping on board Sir Elton is one of many celebrities who enjoy Nice as a playground of the rich – with others including actress Dame Joan Collins, U2 frontman Bono, Microsoft founder Bill Gates, actor Sean Connery and singer Tina Turner.