The Eastern & Oriental Express 31dn makes a technical stop at Ipoh Railway Station on its way back to Woodlands CIQ, Singapore. Earlier in the day, the train was scheduled to have a morning tour of Georgetown before departing from Butterworth Railway Station at 1.30pm.
The Eastern & Oriental Express luxury train comprises of 8 sleeping cars, 2 restaurant cars, and a Piano Bar and open-air Observation Car. These cars feature beautiful marquetry, traditional Malaysian and Thai embroidery, and luxurious oriental silks, along with cherry wood paneling.
The Eastern & Oriental Express offers 3 cabin categories: Pullman, State, and Presidential. Each cabin is air-conditioned and equipped with private bathrooms, ensuring the utmost comfort and privacy. The Pullman cabins are furnished with red sofas, blue cushions, and drapery reflecting the dramatic skies. The State cabins feature a bright blue and green color palette. The Presidential cabins exude regional opulence, adorned with golden accents and embroidered pieces.
*Essence of Malaysia*
Essence of Malaysia is a new 2024 itinerary of the Eastern & Oriental Express luxury train. It operates in February, November, and December 2024, which are also notably during the monsoon season in Malaysia. The Essence of Malaysia journey plies from Singapore through Kuala Lumpur to Langkawi (via Alor Setar), Penang (via Butterworth), and back.
*Wild Malaysia*
Wild Malaysia is a new 2024 itinerary of the Eastern & Oriental Express luxury train. It operates in March, April, May, July, August, September, and October 2024, which are also notably during the dry season in Malaysia. The Essence of Malaysia journey plies from Singapore to Taman Negara National Park (via Merapoh), through Kuala Lumpur, Penang (via Butterworth), and back.
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Special thanks to the station staff of Ipoh Railway Station and Ejay for permission to enter the platform for trainspotting purposes.
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