5 epic train journeys in Malaysia you should get on track for

The Sabah State Railway train is seen here passing through the Padas river valley. — UWE ARANAS/CEPhoto

Travelling by train is an adventurous way to explore a destination. Some might even consider long train journeys to be romantic or idyllic.

This is because on many scenic train journeys, passengers are often taken through the countryside, hills and valleys.