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Be the preferred land transportation system by providing safe, efficient and reliable integrated rail services for people and goods
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Be competitive and responsive to market needs
Achieve our goals through a highly trained and motivated workforce using modern technology and process innovation
Provide reasonable profit and long term growth to shareholders
Malaysia - A "Rail" Holiday Adventure
Welcome to Malaysia, the land of eternal summer where diverse cultures live in peace and harmony. Warm sun, clear blue sea, isolated mountains, verdant rain forests, laid back villages, bustling cities – all await your arrival. Whether you are a thrill-seeker, culture buff, naturalist or gourmand, there is always a part of Malaysia that you will fall in love with.
With an extensive rail track grid covering the length of the Peninsula, what better way to see the country than via the rail service.KTM Berhad has a variety of services which runs from Kuala Lumpur to various parts of the Peninsula.From bustling, oriental Penang to quaint, traditional Tumpat to metropolitan Johor Bahru, KTM Berhad will take you there.Once aboard, you will agree that there is no better way of discovering Malaysia’s myriad of attractions than by rail.
Enjoy panoramic views in the comfort of the air-conditioned coaches. Stretch out and relax as your train takes you to the various places of interest.
Penang, Pearl of The Orient
From Kuala Lumpur, you can take the train to Butterworth. A short walk from the Butterworth railway station is the Seberang Perai ferry terminal, where you can take the famous Penang ferry to the island. There’s one ferry approximately every 20 minutes. Once on the another side, you can take the taxi, bus, or, if you are particularly adventurous, the trishaw, to your destination.
Alternatively, you can board a taxi or bus from the ferry terminal to cross the narrow straits to the island via the 13km Penang Bridge, the third longest in Asia.
Kuala Lumpur, the Garden City of Lights
Kuala Lumpur, the capital city of Malaysia, boasts a myriad of attractions. From traditional family attractions (i.e. museums and parks) to thrill-seekers’ paradise (i.e. theme parks), the city has it all.
Everything is here in Kuala Lumpur – the tallest building in the world, little India, little China, one of Asia’s tallest towers, mega shopping malls, secluded parks - even the best food from various corners of the country can be found here! However, Kuala Lumpur’s bustling façade belies its ageless charm. Go for a walkabout in Kuala Lumpur, and you’ll see. KTM Berhad’s main railway station is located here, making Kuala Lumpur easily accessible from anywhere in the country.
Historical Malacca
Malacca is an age-old city, established sometime in the 14th century by a vagabond Indonesian prince named Parameswara, who decided to settle down in the area after witnessing an episode where a kancil, a small local animal, beat the Prince’s own hunting dog. From that day, Malacca grew and became one of the largest trading ports in Asia.
For more than 100 glorious years, Malacca became the world’s trade centre, where people from every corner of the globe came to exchange silk for spices and many more. Malacca is accessible by road from Kuala Lumpur, Seremban or Tampin railway station.
Langkawi, Isle of Legends
KTM Berhad provides comfortable and economical rail services from Kuala Lumpur to Alor Setar and Arau. From Alor Setar or Arau, you can take a taxi to Kuala Perlis where you can proceed by ferry to the Isle of Legends.
Among Langkawi’s major attractions are the seven-tier waterfall Telaga Tujuh; Pulau Payar, Malaysia’s first underwater marine park; the legendary Tasik Dayang Bunting (Lake of Pregnant Maiden) and duty-free shopping in its main town, Kuah. Of course not forgetting its breathtaking white sandy beaches and crystal-clear blue waters.
Taman Negara (National Park)
Taman Negara is one of the world's oldest tropical rainforest, being in existance since ove 130 million years ago. A totally protected area of 4,343 sq km, the park is a perfect destination for trekking. Its biodiversity is remarkable, and has equally impressive network of jungle trails which you can enjoy with the help of expert guides.
Apart from trekking, Taman Negara is also the most ideal place for fishing enthusiasts, white water rafting experts and mountain climbers. Climbing its 2,187m Gunung Tahan proves to be a challenge even to seasoned climbers due to water scarcity and its rough trail. Train services are available from Kuala Lumpur to Singapore, and passes through the town of Kuala Tembeling. From the town, a 30-minute walk will take you to the Kuala Tembeling jetty, the gateway to the natural serenity of Taman Negara.
Cameron Highlands
The cool climate of the highlands makes it an excellent tea growing area and indeed the Cameron tea is highly priced in the market. The small town of Tapah at the foot of Cameron Highlands is the gateway to the resort and can be reached by taking the train service either from Kuala Lumpur or Penang.
From Tapah, regular bus and taxi services are available to the highlands.
Kota Bharu, the Malay Cultural Heartland
The East Coast night train will take you to Wakaf Bharu and right to the heart of Malaysia's culture trove. Discover the batik-making industries and visit the town’s renowned market, the Pasar Siti Khadijah, which is dominated by women entrepreneurs.
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