The back story
Yacht: Orient Express Corinthian: 220 m (721 ft), 16,000 metric tons, 54 suites, 110 guests, French flag (orient-express.com, Oct 2026) · Sails: Three SolidSails, 1,500 m² (16,145 sq ft) each, engineered by Chantiers de l’Atlantique · In service: Named in Saint-Nazaire on 29 April 2026; inaugural voyages since May 2026 · Next yacht: Orient Express Olympian, keel laid November 2025; first journeys in summer 2027 (orient-express.com FAQ, Oct 2026) · Fares from: €16,500 per suite including taxes, French Icon, 3 nights, 11–14 Dec 2026 (orient-express.com, Oct 2026) · What’s included: Butler service, dining (except La Table), bars, entertainment, wellness, Wi-Fi, gratuities, private transfers and a collection of included excursions (orient-express.com, Oct 2026)
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The back story
Orient Express Sailing Yachts·In depth
The most famous name in rail travel goes to sea, under three sails taller than most buildings.
The fleet
Who it suits. On a budget: The shortest voyages are the best way in: three nights in the Caribbean or on the Adriatic from €16,500–€17,100 per suite including taxes (orient-express.com, Oct 2026), with gratuities, transfers, most drinks and included excursions in the fare. Mid-range: The Suites with Terrace on Decks 5 and 6, with a private terrace, high ceilings and Art Deco detail, on a five- to seven-night Mediterranean voyage. Luxury: One of the six Penthouse Suites with Terrace on Deck 7, which can be combined into one large private deck, with dinner at La Table de l’Orient-Express by Yannick Alléno.
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54 suites · 110 guests
Orient Express Sailing Yachts·Sailing yacht · in service since May 2026·€€€€
A 220-metre sailing yacht with three rigid SolidSails, 54 suites for 110 guests and interiors by Maxime d’Angeac.
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Due summer 2027
Orient Express Sailing Yachts·Sailing yacht · first journeys summer 2027·€€€€
Corinthian’s sister, under construction at Chantiers de l’Atlantique, with Northern Europe routes and a family pool on Deck 7.
