The Blue Jasmine, a restored heritage train from the 1960s, has begun operating cultural rail journeys from Bangkok’s Hua Lamphong Station, travelling through key historical destinations across Thailand.
In a collaboration with DTH Travel, Jim Thompson has developed a series of travel experiences linked to the journey, including onboard design elements and pre-departure activities.
The Blue Jasmine consists of 10 wagons and accommodates up to 36 passengers. The route connects Bangkok with Ayutthaya, Uthai Thani, Sukhothai and Chiang Mai. The programme focuses on slower travel, with scheduled stops that allow guests to visit UNESCO-listed sites, meet local communities, observe craft practices and sample regional food.
The experience begins with a dining event at Jim Thompson, A Thai Restaurant, located within the Jim Thompson Heritage Quarter. A five-course menu presents dishes influenced by regional Thai cooking and seasonal produce. Guests also visit the Jim Thompson House Museum, which comprises six teak houses built in 1958, and the Jim Thompson retail store, before boarding the train at Hua Lamphong Station.
Onboard, the train interiors incorporate more than 2,000 Jim Thompson design items across all wagons. These include furnishings, textiles and accessories used in accommodation, dining and shared areas. Items include curtains, cushions, bed runners and table runners, as well as placemats, napkins, coasters and amenity kits. Designs reference botanical patterns and traditional weaving techniques.
The train also includes the first Jim Thompson showroom on a train, featuring silk products and selected fashion and lifestyle items. Purchases can be made via QR code, with delivery arranged at the end of the journey.
Following its first journey in November 2025, further departures are scheduled for January, February, July, November and December 2026.
Details for 2027 departures will be announced later.
For more information, visit The Blue Jasmine.
