‘Dream of the Desert’ a luxury train to be built in Saudi Arabia

RIYADH: The ‘Dream of the Desert’ train service is set to begin operations, according to a Saudi announcement. An unprecedented event in the Middle East and North Africa. According to SPA, the 40-cabin luxury train will expand the kingdom’s transportation alternatives and quality services.

Launching the ‘Dream of the Desert’ service, Saudi Arabia Railways (SAR) teamed up with the Italian Arsenale Group, an expert in managing opulent train excursions. Reservations for the 40-cabin “Dream of the Desert” train will open at the end of 2024, and service is scheduled to start in the fourth quarter of 2025. The initial journeys will begin at Riyadh’s North rail Station, travel through Hail, and conclude at the Al Qurayyat rail station.

This is one of the steps the National Strategy for Transport and Logistics has taken to enhance the quality of life and support leading national strategies, according to Saudi Minister of Transport and Logistic Services and Chairman of the Saudi Arabia Railways (SAR), Engineer Saleh bin Nasser Al Jasser. The signing event that took place in Riyadh.