Alishan Forest Railway & Mianyue Line Beginner Hiking Day Tour in Chianyi (Departure from Chiayi Railway Station) | Taiwan
Discover Alishan's Mianyue Line in Chiayi on a day trip from Chiayi Railway Station, renowned for its scenic beauty, abandoned railways, and ancient trees — a perfect adventure for hiking enthusiasts.
- Tour Alishan's abandoned Mianyue Line in one day with a professional guide
- Marvel at the ancient railway remnants within the forest
- Board and depart with ease on Chiayi trains, and skip the hassle of arranging transportation
- Travel in a small group or car and relax in a spacious, comfortable vehicle
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Alishan Forest Railway & Mianyue Line Beginner Hiking Day Tour
Additional Info
To access the Mianyue Line, you must apply for entry permission to the "Taiwan Pleione / Yiyelan Natural Reserve." The application can be submitted online at application website. You can apply on the website yourself or have it processed by collaborating partners before registration
What's included in Alishan Forest Railway & Mianyue Line Beginner Hiking Day Tour in Chianyi (Departure from Chiayi Railway Station) | Taiwan
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Depart from Chiayi Railway Station
Reach Alishan Tourist Service Center
Hike to Mianyue Zhushan Railway Junction
Walk along the paths of the abandoned Tashan Station
Discover the abandoned Mianyue Station
Explore the abandoned Shihou (Stone Monkey) Station
Enjoy the scenery along the Mianyue Line
Return to Zhaoping Station
Back to Chiayi Railway Station
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— What You Can Expect —
- Mianyue Line
The Alishan Mianyue Line has become a popular hiking trail in recent times. Initially established in 1913 as the Tashan Line, the route was later discontinued due to natural disasters. With a history spanning over a century, the Mianyue Line's allure is best appreciated through firsthand experience. Strolling amidst the verdant forest, surrounded by majestic ancient trees, evokes a sense of stepping into a timeless tunnel, offering a unique and enchanting journey.
- Shihou Station
Located 9.26 kilometers from the end of the Mianyue Line, the remaining station buildings and facilities are surrounded by a green environment, developing a unique look after years of neglect.
— Important Info —
- Travel Duration: Approximately 14 hours
- Departure Time: 6:30 am
- Departure Point: Chiayi Railway Station
- Return Information: Chiayi Railway Station
- Car Model: Five-seater or nine-seater car; the actual dispatch of the car will be arranged according to the dispatch status of the day
- Service Language: Chinese
Inclusions
- Fuel cost
- Toll fee
- Parking fee
- Insurance
- Local designated car models
- Driver service fee
- Free use of car accessories
- A mountain guide
- Other expenses not mentioned above
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner, meal expenses
- Additional expenses caused by force majeure reasons such as traffic delays, strikes, weather, aircraft, machine failures, flight cancellations or time changes
- Alishan Forest Recreation Area entrance ticket
- Round-trip tickets for the shuttle bus between Zhaoping Station and Alishan Visitor Service Center: NTD100/person
- A minimum of 6 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
- During the itinerary, participants must obey the instructions of the coach or guide and abide by the relevant regulations of the activity. If there is any violation, the consequences will be borne by themselves.
- Don't be late when gathering, so as not to affect the whole team's itinerary and everyone's mood. If you are late for more than half an hour, you will be deemed to have given up on the itinerary. You will leave without waiting and no refund will be given.
- Participants in the course need to bring their own rain gear and wear hiking shoes or sports shoes. If the equipment is not complete, the coach or guide has the right to refuse to lead, and there will be no refund.
- The coach or guide will do everything possible to maintain the safety of the participants, but if the participants still cause casualties due to personal negligence (such as slipping, falling, hitting a tree, slipping, leaving the team by themselves, concealing physical conditions, etc.), The travel platform cannot be held accountable.
- During the itinerary, if environmental factors change (weather, terrain, personnel status) and there are safety concerns, the participants agree that the coach has the right to change the original itinerary on the fly. Including route selection, camping location, summit or not, retreat or not, etc.
- It rains for one-third of the days in Taiwan, and the outdoor environment is inherently cloudy and cloudy. It is normal to encounter rain, so raincoats and pants are essential equipment for mountaineering. Participants agree not to request to cancel the itinerary on the grounds that it will rain. If they cancel by themselves, there will be no refund.
- If the trip is canceled due to force majeure (for example: typhoon, earthquake and other natural disasters; walruses are unable to travel due to poor road conditions; the epidemic escalates and an order prohibiting travel to cities and mountains is issued), one free extension can be made, or the necessary fees and administrative fees will be deducted After 5% of the total travel cost, the balance will be refunded.
- A line group will be created on the Tuesday of departure, please wait for the notification.
- In the case of force majeure resulting in the cancellation of the tour (e.g. natural disasters such as typhoons or earthquakes, unfavorable sea conditions preventing travel, the worsening of the epidemic resulting in the issuance of orders that prohibit travel and prompt the closure of both urban areas and mountain regions, you have the option to reschedule the trip for free once or receive a refund after deducting necessary fees and 5% for administrative expenses from the total travel cost
Meet
Venues
- Chiayi Railway Station
Policies
Purchase Summary
- The admission pass supplier will process applications collectively
- Please note all passenger information in the order, including name, ID number (for foreigners, passport number), date of birth, gender, service unit, mailing address, contact number, contact mobile phone, emergency contact name, and emergency contact phone number. (The supplier will process applications once the group size requirement is met)
- Each person is limited to one piece of carry-on luggage. Service cannot be provided if exceeding this limit
- In the event of heavy traffic, the actual pick-up time may be approximately 15 minutes later than the scheduled time
- Participants in the course must bring their own rain gear and wear hiking or sports shoes. Incomplete equipment gives the coach or guide the right to refuse participation, with no refund provided
- Mountaineering or hiking activities pose potential risks. By registering, you acknowledge understanding unforeseen emergencies in the itinerary and assume responsibility for yourself, including personal valuables. Please inform your family and relatives about the itinerary and safety precautions for this activity
- Please assess your physical fitness and health carefully. Please avoid signing up if you have poor physical fitness, had surgery within the past six months, suffer from asthma, have a history of cardiovascular disease, fear of heights, are pregnant, or have other health factors that may pose a danger
