North Borneo Heritage Train: Papar Culture, History & Local Life

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6 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Step back in time with a nostalgic journey on the Papar Train, part of Sabah’s historic railway network and the only rail transport system operating on the island of Borneo. Originally built in the 1890s by the British North Borneo Company, the railway played an important role in transporting local produce, including tobacco, to the port at Kota Kinabalu, formerly known as Jesselton.

Combine the train ride with a guided Heritage Walking Tour through Papar. Explore the local Tamu (wet and dry market), Papar Centre Market or historic streets, accompanied by a professional heritage guide who will share stories about the town’s history, culture and everyday life.

Highlights:

- Enjoy a nostalgic ride on the historic Papar Train
- Discover Sabah’s railway heritage dating back to the 1890s
- Explore Papar’s Tamu or Central Market
- Walk through the town’s historic streets
- Learn about Papar’s history and local culture with a professional heritage guide

What's Included

Return Train Transfer
Professional Heritage Tourist Guide
Simple noodle lunch
optional

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet up at Tanjung Aru Railway Station at 7.15 AM

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 6 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    The itinerary may be adjusted due to traffic or weather conditions. Please follow the guide’s instructions. 7.15AM - Meet up at Tanjung Aru Railway Station 7.35AM - Prepare to board the train. 7.45AM - Depart to Papar Train Station. Commentary from Professional Tour Guide on the historical train and events related to the 124+ years railway and the first and only railway in North Borneo!

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    8.40AM - Arrive in Papar Train Station. Welcome Traditional Musical Performance. You may try out the traditional instruments as well!

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    - Visit the Central Market and /or Tamu, a weekly open market (Only on Thursday) - Begin Historical Heritage Walk along the oldest streets of Papar. - Enjoy simple noodles for lunch at local coffee shop. - Free and leisure for some quick shopping on traditional handmade buns and souvenirs.

    3 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 4

    11.45AM - Re-board train for a return journey 12.15PM - Train departs from Papar Station. Experience and mingle with locals on the way back.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5

    1.30PM - Arrive back at Tanjung Aru Train Station. End of the tour. The itinerary may be adjusted due to traffic or weather conditions. Please follow the guide’s instructions.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Refunds will not be issued if tour activity is missed due to late or no show
  • A minimum of 2 traveler(s) are required for the tour to depart. If the number of participants does not reach the minimum requirement, the tour will be canceled. An email regarding tour cancellation will be sent 3 day(s) before the departure date
Supplied by Asni Tours & Travel (M) Sdn Bhd
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Day Trips
Half-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Rail Tours
City Tours

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