The first of the two Orient Express yachts will set sail in June 2026 to cruise the Mediterranean, Adriatic and Caribbean seas.
Designed by Chantiers de l’Atlantique, Orient Express Corinthian will be the world’s largest sailing yacht. Spanning 720 feet and sporting 48,438 square feet of sails mounted on three inclinable masts, the ship will be able to reach a speed of 17 knots propelled solely by the wind.
Designed by architect Maxime d’Angeac, artistic director of Orient Express, the yacht will feature decor inspired by the golden age of the Orient Express. It will offer a new perspective for discovering the land from the sea, with experiences around iconic moorings and stopovers.
Orient Express Corinthian houses 54 suites measuring between 485 square feet and 2,475 square feet, each one comprising a luxurious bubble offering passengers total intimacy and comfort. Forty-eight of the suites are located on decks 4, 5 and 6, while six premium class suites are situated on deck 7. Featuring panoramic bay windows guaranteeing stunning views, Orient Express Corinthian’s suites have all been designed as cocoons opening onto the sea. These suites offer passengers intimate surroundings in which to read, write, eat and drink, or simply chill out while admiring the view. All of the rooms are decorated with wood, leather and marble fashioned by selected craftsmen and women.
The yacht also offers five restaurants adorned with warm and timeless decor. Eight bars including a 1930s-style speakeasy, a 115-seat cabaret exuding a Parisian atmosphere with art deco overtones, a recording studio, a cinema, a pool and a spa rounds out the range of services available to passengers.
The marina at the stern of the boat offers a prestigious setting, far from crowds, to enjoy dinners and sea activities right at the water’s edge.
140 years after the launch of the first luxury trains and a century after the maiden voyage of the Normandie steamer, Orient Express Corinthian continues to write history.
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