Malaysia · TRAIN EXPERIENCES
A shortlist you could send a friend: 7 train experiences that earn their place, with the price, the traveller verdict and the one thing worth knowing before you commit.
Ride Sabah’s North Borneo Heritage Train from Kota Kinabalu to Papar for scenery, local food, railway history, and hands-on town activities.
“Treinreis geeft een andere kijk op Borneo. Lunchen op de trein is origineel, en de lunch is lekker Wandelen door Papar is snel afgehandeld.”
Review of Penang’s six-hour city and temple tour, including Penang Hill fast-lane train access, George Town sights, value, timing, and tips.
“The tour is advertised with an itinerary that cannot be met due to the time restrictions. I was disappointed because we paid alot of money for this tour and at certain points it was very rushed I don’t recommend this tour”
Review of the KLIA Ekspres airport train, covering fares, schedules, journey times, comfort, ticket tips, and KL Sentral connections.
“Used this service for first time. As promised at baggage reclaim my name was displayed on their desk, and we were introduced to our porter, a very pleasant young man. He pushed our trolley to await the train and then showed us to the Read more”
Ride Sabah’s vintage railway to Benoni Beach for village views, a sunset stop, and dinner on the return journey.
Ride Penang Hill’s historic funicular to a romantic garden dinner at David Brown’s Restaurant, with hotel pickup and sweeping night views.
“Three hours is not long enough to enjoy this tour, luckily our driver was happy to give us another hour, which made the experience much more enjoyable. Fast track tickets for the train worked well, but with no vouchers for David Browns restaRead more”
Review the Benoni Sunset Train Tour in Sabah, with sunset views, henna, batik painting, dinner, practical tips, and value advice.
Combine Batu Caves, Kuala Lumpur heritage sites, local trains, lunch, and a private guide in one practical eight-hour city tour.
“The views are amazing , and we took so many photos . And our guide Sara was very friendly as well . And also all the people in Malaysia are wonderful”
From cave temples to reef islands, grouped by the shape of the day.
