Almosafer, Saudi Arabia’s leading travel company, has signed a partnership agreement with Saudi Arabia Railways (SAR) to enhance travel across the Haramain High-Speed Railway network and expand offerings to Almosafer travelers.
Under the agreement, Almosafer will promote the train’s offerings as a truly convenient means of transport for travelers exploring the Kingdom, as well as for pilgrims, tourists, and other travelers visiting the two holy cities. Further, it serves as the first distribution partnership for Haramain High-Speed Railway.
The high-speed luxury train provides a safe and fast method of traveling, linking the two Holy Mosques in Makkah and Madinah through Jeddah, King Abdulaziz International Airport, and King Abdullah Economic City, along a 450 km route.
Muzzammil Ahussain CEO – Almosafer
“Rail travel is a truly great way to explore the Kingdom in comfort and Haramain High-Speed Railway facilitates seamless travel between the Holy sites and major cities in KSA. This partnership is an exciting opportunity that enables more of our customers to experience high-end rail travel and underlines our commitment to creating opportunities for sustainable ways of travel, in support of Saudi Vision 2030.”
The agreement will offer the option of high-speed railway travel via platforms across Almosafer’s portfolio of businesses including the consumer segment; Discover Saudi, the destination management company; and Mawasim, the Hajj and Umrah tour operator.
Rayan Alharbi, VP of Haramain High-Speed Railway, said that, “This partnership affirms our commitment to establishing strategic partnerships with leading national entities that contribute directly to making the Haramain High-Speed Railway services a safe, fast and convenient transport option for a larger base of customers. As the volume of people traveling to the holy cities continues to rise, this partnership will contribute to enhancing our reach among residents and visitors in the Kingdom.”
