Saudi Arabia's Dream of the Desert Luxury Train Launch

SOURCE www.cnn.com
Saudi Arabia is set to launch its first five-star luxury train, the Dream of the Desert, in fall 2026. The train will feature 34 suites across 14 carriages, curated by Italian luxury brand Arsenale S.p.A. and designed by architect Aline Asmar d’Amman to reflect Saudi culture and heritage. The route will cover 1,300 kilometers from Riyadh to Qurayyat, offering luxury train cruise journeys with curated cultural programs and unique tourism itineraries.

Key Points

  • Designed to offer a fully immersive travel experience
  • Route covers 1,300 kilometers from Riyadh to Qurayyat
  • Reception lounges modeled after a majlis with Saudi cultural motifs
  • Art Deco styling in bedrooms with emerald-colored accents

Pros

  • First five-star luxury train in the Middle East
  • Designed to reflect Saudi culture and heritage
  • Curated by Italian luxury brand Arsenale S.p.A.
  • 34 suites across 14 carriages

Cons

  • Specific details about cultural programs and tourism itineraries not yet revealed