Riyadh: Saudi Arabia Railways (SAR) and the Italian hospitality firm Arsenale have formally unveiled the ultimate designs for the ‘Dream of the Desert’, the primary five-star luxurious prepare within the Center East.
This milestone follows the 2024 settlement between SAR and Arsenale to carry this groundbreaking undertaking to life.
Designed by architect and inside designer Aline Asmar d’Amman and her studio, Tradition in Structure, the prepare’s interiors draw inspiration from desert landscapes and conventional Saudi structure. The design options beautiful craftsmanship, earthy tones, luxurious textiles, and complex particulars, evoking iconic landmarks resembling Hegra and Hail.
The prepare contains 14 carriages, together with 34 luxurious suites, providing a one-of-a-kind expertise for vacationers. Departing from Riyadh, it is going to traverse the Northern Railway community, permitting passengers to discover Saudi Arabia’s wealthy heritage and gorgeous pure websites.
Onboard, company will get pleasure from specifically curated cultural packages developed in collaboration with the Ministry of Tradition, reworking the journey into an immersive celebration of Saudi traditions.
Set to launch by late 2026, Dream of the Desert isn’t just a luxurious prepare—it symbolizes Saudi Arabia’s daring imaginative and prescient for the way forward for tourism.