Imagine this. Imagine being gently rocked in a blissful sleep by a pianist after an evening filled with world-class cuisine, Champagne, and new friendships. You’re aboard the Orient Express. Instead of taking the train, you sail out to sea.
After more than 140 Years of Launching the World’s First most opulent train journeyOrient Express’ name will soon appear on the largest sailing boats in the world. Orient Express Corinthian The following are some examples of how to get started: Orient Express Olympian Setting sail in 2026 or 2027?
French hospitality group Accor & the shipbuilders of At Chantiers de l’Atlantique The two companies have created a boat unlike any other. It is propelled by three sails that cover 16,000 square foot, each of which was designed using the revolutionary “SolidSail technology.” Here’s what you can expect next summer when the Corinthian We welcome the first guests aboard.
The Orient Express is a luxurious train that features French craftsmanship that has been inspired by the heritage of the legendary trains. Maxime d’Angeac is the artistic director of the Orient Express. He has reinterpreted this iconic train. golden age of rail travel While echoing the grandeur and elegance of legendary ocean liners like the SS NormandieWhen she first entered service, in 1935, it was the fastest and largest passenger ship on the water.
Orient Express CorinthianThe 54 suites on board range from 485 to 2,476 square foot, with some featuring spacious terraces and picture windows. There are two swimming pools, a cabaret with 115 seats, and a recording studio that is state-of-the art.
Whether you’re on land, sea or air, an Orient Express trip would be incomplete without a culinary experience. Multi-Michelin-starred chef Yannick Alléno is overseeing the creation of the CorinthianFive restaurants will be open for guests as well private dining rooms.
The day before the Orient Express CorinthianA series of itineraries is available to potential passengers for the inaugural sailing scheduled in June 2026.
On June 6, those who want to be the first to see these interiors can step aboard the ship in Marseille for a 6-night journey along the coastline. French RivieraWith stops in Saint Tropez The following are some examples of how to get started: Cannes. The journey along the Amalfi Coast, SicilyThe Adriatic Coast is followed throughout the summer.
In October 2026 the ship will set sail on a unique transatlantic voyage, trading the Mediterranean for Caribbean. The winter series is a dazzling spectacle Caribbean itineraries—including Barbados to St. Barts via the Tobago Cays—will navigate white-sand archipelagos and crystalline bays, as well as some of the world’s glitziest ports and marinas.
Reservations for Orient Express Corinthian Bookings can be made on the site by those interested.
The original version of this article appeared on Condé Nast Traveller UK.
