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Orient Express Yacht Cruises launch June 2026 with the maiden voyage of the 766-foot Orient Express Corinthian, dubbed the world's largest luxury sailing yacht. Carrying up to 110 guests in 54 suites, and served by 170 crew, this is even a lower level of passengers to crew, at .64 to 1, than the 1 to 1 passenger to crew ratio of Four Seasons Yachts and the close to 1 to 1 ratio of Crystal Cruises, Regent Seven Seas, and Silversea.
The yacht's interior, designed by Orient Express artistic director Maxime d’Angeac, nods to the golden age of rail travel and ocean cruising with contemporary decor. Each suite offers panoramic ocean views, starting with the Suite Panoramique (506 sq. ft.) and the Suite Panoramique Prestige (764 sq. ft.). Higher suite categories have private terraces.
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For couples or families traveling together, two-bedroom Penthouse Suites are ideal.
- Agatha Christie Suite: Inspired by the famous novelist, this two-bedroom suite spans 2422 square feet with an additional 1938-square-foot terrace with jacuzzi. Featuring king-size beds, marble bathrooms, and literary-themed artwork, it provides a serene retreat for up to four adults.
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- Zephyr Suite: Inspired by the west wind, this spacious two-bedroom retreat spans 2486 square feet with a 1206-square-foot terrace with jacuzzi. It features coastal tones, luxurious textiles, custom artwork, king-size beds, and an Orient Express Heritage stateroom within the suite that can accommodate up to four adults or two adults and two children.
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- Meltem Suite: Reminiscent of the Greek breeze, this sanctuary features two bedrooms within 1916 square feet and a 1206-square-foot terrace with jacuzzi. The suite offers absolute serenity with its abundant natural light, minimalist style and floor-to-ceiling windows, and accommodates up to four adults.
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Orient Express Yacht Dining
As expected for a luxury yacht, dining promises to be elevated, akin to the Four Seasons Yacht and a considerable step above luxury cruise lines such as Regent Seven Seas, Silversea, and Seabourn.
La Table de l'Orient-Express by Yannick Alléno (additional fee, reservations required) will offer a menu crafted by the Michelin-star chef, known for his Pavillon Ledoyen restaurant in Paris and Le 1947 at Cheval Blanc Courchevel.
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La Terrasse is a light-filled, Art Deco space with contemporary, international cuisine, while L'Ecrin emphasizes fresh seafood dishes, as does L'Encre, in a more intimate seafood counter setting.
La Piscine offers light meals and drinks by the pool, while Le Yacht Club is inspired by East Coast pubs, offering darts and camaraderie over a crab sandwich and cold beer.
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Steal away to the Roaring Twenties at Le Speakeasy, where an elegant setting and low lights set the mood for a cocktail or postprandial digestif.
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Orient Express Yacht Wellness
The Corinthian will offer a 5000-square-foot wellness area (Le Spa by Guerlain) with spa treatment rooms (including a couple's treatment room), tepidarium, and relaxation areas. There's also a gym, with a fitness room and yoga studio, both with sea views.
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And swimmers will be glad to discover a 54-foot lap pool, Le Couloir de Nage, with views of the yacht's mast.
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Activities and Entertainment
In addition to exploring fascinating ports of call, Orient Express Yacht guests have plenty of activities and entertainment onboard:
- La Marina, for water sports such as kayaks, paddleboards, and motorized water toys
- La Salle des Cartes for poker, chess, backgammon, and other games
- La Bibliothèque is the yacht's library, with 1500 books and a quiet lounge for reading
- Le Cinema is the yacht's movie theater
- Le Salon de Musique offers concerts from the yacht's resident music trio
- Le Caberet draws inspiration from Parisian caberets such as the Lido
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Virtuoso Voyages Benefits
TravelSort Clients enjoy $250 per person shipboard credit ($500 per couple) on select sailings. Check with us for your preferred Mediterranean or Caribbean voyage on an Orient Express sailing yacht.
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