Yesterday, Orient Express Sailing Yachts officially opens reservations for Orient Express Corinthian, the largest sailing yacht in the world, setting sail in summer 2026. Inviting travelers to embark on her first sailing season between May to October 2026, guests can expect an unprecedented sailing experience of the highly anticipated yacht.
Tracing a course shaped by the wind, each voyage offers discovery through the Mediterranean and Adriatic with an unprecedented freedom to explore. Offering sailings from two to eight-nights, or combined into longer experiences, each voyage is created to reveal coastal panoramas of striking beauty. Orient Express Corinthian follows the most favorable winds to minimize its impact on the ecosystem and provides an authentic sailing experience in luxury synonymous with the legendary brand.
The vessel will call at storied ports whose very names evoke indulgence and beauty, such as Monte-Carlo, Portofino and Saint-Tropez. Beyond these iconic stops, she unveils more discreet, picturesque harbors: Portoferraio, Napoleon’s secret island retreat; Saint-Florent, with its fishing port nestled deep in the Corsican maquis; and Lerici, a jewel of the Gulf of La Spezia, long known as the Gulf of Poets.
A journey tracing the shores that have long captivated aesthetes and stirred the imagination of artists. Thirty-five ports, each an ode to a Mediterranean at its most luminous, where unspoiled nature meets effortless elegance, where antiquity lingers amid the rhythms of the art of living.
Orient Express Corinthian is more than a journey through history—it is a voyage into the heart of the Mediterranean’s most vibrant moments. From Venice, alive with artistic brilliance during the Biennale and the Mostra, to St. Tropez, where sails dance across the horizon during Les Voiles, and Monaco, where the world’s finest yachts gather in a dazzling display at the Yacht Show, each destination is carefully chosen to immerse guests in a seamless blend of heritage and modern grandeur.
With just 54 suites, ranging from 45 to 230 square meters (463 to 2422 feet), space is a luxury unto itself, Orient Express Corinthian offers a world of handcrafted experiences designing every moment on board to be unforgettable. Where an all-inclusive philosophy ensures a seamless balance of pleasure, enlightenments and reconnection.
Architect Maxime d’Angeac, Artistic Director of Orient Express, has envisioned interiors that reimagine the golden age of travel with a contemporary and elevated sensibility. From railways to the open sea, the journey remains a study in movement, an ever-changing panorama and a masterclass in hospitality, where service is intuitive and every element is meticulously curated. Each moment on board feels immediate and timeless.
With multiple restaurants under the culinary direction of multi-Michelin-starred Michelin chef Yannick Alléno, to plentiful bars and lounges, including an intimate Art Deco-inspired speakeasy, guests are further invited to savor each moment. A 115-seat cabaret and a state-of-the-art recording studio, two pools and marina complete this world of sophisticated revelry, where every evening carries the promise of a new experience.
Additionally, in several ports of call, Orient Express Corinthian transforms destinations into unforgettable encounters with culture, history, and craftsmanship through inclusive experiences. Whether it’s exclusive access to archaeological wonders in Pompeii, a private tour and dinner atop the Peggy Guggenheim Museum in Venice, or the thrill of driving a race car on the legendary Circuit Paul Ricard, each moment creates memories that last a lifetime.
With reservations now open, the world’s most discerning travelers are invited to embark on a sailing experience like no other—an odyssey of elegance, innovation, and timeless adventure on board.
Book your exclusive journey today.
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ABOUT ORIENT EXPRESS SAILING YACHTS
The result of an exceptional French partnership between Accor, the world leader in hospitality, and Chantiers de l’Atlantique, a leading global builder of cruise liners, the futuristic Orient Express Corinthian and Orient Express Olympian, two exceptional sailing yachts boasting spectacular interiors will set sail in 2026 and 2027. Capitalizing on the experience gained in the world of ocean racing, Orient Express Corinthian and Orient Express Olympian will be propelled by sails designed with the revolutionary ‘SolidSail’ technology: three rigid sails, each spanning 1,500 m², will be mounted with sprit sail rigging on three inclinable masts towering over 100 m high, allowing up to 100% propulsion under suitable weather conditions.
About Accor, a world-leading hospitality group
Accor is a world-leading hospitality group offering stays and experiences across more than 110 countries with over 5,600 hotels and resorts, 10,000 bars & restaurants, wellness facilities and flexible workspaces. The Group has one of the industry’s most diverse hospitality ecosystems, encompassing around 45 hotel brands from luxury to economy, as well as Lifestyle with Ennismore. ALL, the booking platform and loyalty program embodies the Accor promise during and beyond the hotel stay and gives its members access to unique experiences. Accor is focused on driving positive action through business ethics, responsible tourism, environmental sustainability, community engagement, diversity, and inclusivity. Accor’s mission is reflected in the Group’s purpose: Pioneering the art of responsible hospitality, connecting cultures, with heartfelt care. Founded in 1967, Accor SA is headquartered in France. Included in the CAC 40 index, the Group is publicly listed on the Euronext Paris Stock Exchange (ISIN code: FR0000120404) and on the OTC Market (Ticker: ACCYY) in the United States. For more information, please visit group.accor.com or follow us on X, Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok.
