Orient Express Sailing Yachts

Orient Express Sailing Yachts is a new name in luxury small-ship travel, reworking ocean exploration around elegance, sustainability, and an immersive onboard experience. Launching in 2026, the debut sailing yacht, Orient Express Corinthian, blends the heritage of the Orient Express with modern design. The result is a refined, intimate route along some of the world's most striking coastlines. As the largest sailing yacht in the world, Corinthian is built for travellers who value design, culture, and style at sea.

A Yacht That Marries Heritage and Innovation

Orient Express Corinthian spans 220 metres (721 feet) and uses a wind-assisted rig of carbon-fibre rigid sails, so it can travel quietly under sail when conditions allow. The yacht carries just 54 suites, each a private space with ocean views and refined interiors. Guests can expect:

All-suite accommodation, including expansive top-tier penthouse suites with large private terraces

Personal service and bespoke onboard experiences

Restaurants under the culinary direction of multi-Michelin-starred chef Yannick Alleno

Le SPA by Guerlain, with wellness treatments in a calm oceanfront setting

Distinctive amenities including swimming pools, a cabaret lounge, a speakeasy bar, and an onboard recording studio

With its sleek profile, carbon-fibre sails, and modern engineering, Corinthian pairs comfort with a forward-looking approach to sailing under wind power.

Curated Itineraries and Immersive Experiences

Built for slow travel and cultural depth, Orient Express Corinthian sails itineraries to coveted and remote destinations. Each voyage balances comfort and exploration so guests connect with each place they visit.

Shore experiences range from private beach dinners to guided cultural excursions and access to quiet coastal spots

Cultural enrichment comes through onboard performances, curated events, and culinary experiences that bring each destination to life

Days at sea stay relaxed and engaging, with open-air lounges, pools, and wellness programmes

Every itinerary is designed to evoke the golden age of travel, unhurried and full of discovery.

A Commitment to Responsible Luxury

Orient Express Corinthian backs its sustainability case with a wind-powered sail system and a low-impact approach to cruising. The yacht's operations emphasise environmental responsibility and thoughtful engagement with local cultures and communities, so guests can explore without compromising the places they visit.

A Curated Selection by Small Ship Travel

At Small Ship Travel, we focus on the finest small-ship experiences, choosing cruise lines that meet our standards for quality, authenticity, and innovation. After careful review, we are glad to include Orient Express Sailing Yachts in our collection.

Through our partnership we offer access to inaugural sailings, personalised pre- and post-cruise planning, and concierge-level support throughout. Whether you want to sail the Mediterranean or explore quiet harbours in the Adriatic, Small Ship Travel works directly with Orient Express to plan a voyage that runs smoothly.

Book with Confidence

Booking through Small Ship Travel means expert guidance, considered perks, and peace of mind. From itinerary selection to private excursions and travel arrangements, we handle the detail so you can focus on the voyage ahead.

Set sail with Orient Express Sailing Yachts and Small Ship Travel, where heritage, innovation, and oceanfront luxury come together. Contact us to plan your next voyage.