Saudi desert train operator opens 2027 bookings

Saudi Arabia's desert train operator has opened advance bookings for journeys scheduled to begin in 2027. The service will offer private trips ranging from one-day excursions to multi-day stays in the Aja Mountains.

Private journey options from 2027#

The operator is accepting reservations for private journeys ahead of the 2027 launch. Options include a one-day Signature Escape and a two-day, one-night Desert Odyssey in the Aja Mountains, according to Arabian Business. Bookings are now open for the scheduled start date. No pricing or capacity figures were disclosed in the announcement. The operator has not stated whether additional journey formats will be available at launch or added after the initial service begins.

Aja Mountains as destination#

The Aja Mountains will serve as the location for the multi-day journeys. The two-day, one-night Desert Odyssey is among the itineraries available for advance booking. The operator has not published details on route length, departure points or the number of carriages in service. The focus is on private journeys rather than scheduled departures. No information was provided on whether the one-day Signature Escape will also operate in the Aja Mountains or from a different location. The announcement did not specify facilities or stops along the routes.

2027 launch timeline#

The operator has set 2027 as the launch year for the service. Bookings are being accepted in advance of that date. No month or quarter within 2027 was specified for the start of operations. The announcement did not state whether the 2027 date applies to all journey types or to a phased rollout. No construction timeline or testing schedule was disclosed. The operator has not indicated whether any trial runs or preview journeys will precede the public launch.

Booking process and availability#

Advance bookings are now open through the operator's channels. The announcement did not specify minimum booking lead times, deposit requirements or cancellation terms. No figures were given for the number of journeys available per month or the maximum party size for private trips. The operator has not stated whether bookings are limited to certain periods within 2027 or open for the full year.