Chiayi｜Alishan Train & Sunrise Scenic Two-Day Tour｜Fully open to traffic down the mountain route
- After 15 years of restoration, the Alishan Forest Railway is now open to traffic! Slowly journey through the secret forest, weaving through the mist and clouds, immersing yourself in the natural fragrance and taking in the stunning views.
- Enjoy the five wonders of Alishan: the ever-changing Alishan sunrise, the vast sea of clouds, the colorful sunset, the lush and towering forests, and the world-famous Alishan Railway
- Accommodation is within the Alishan Forest Recreation Area, allowing for easy access to famous attractions such as the Alishan Sacred Tree Area, Sisters Pond, Zhaoping Park, Shuling Pagoda, Sandaimu, and Shouzhen Temple.
Options
Four people in a room
What's included in Chiayi｜Alishan Train & Sunrise Scenic Two-Day Tour｜Fully open to traffic down the mountain route
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Day 1
Meet at Aiwanmei Travel Agency, where a dedicated person will greet you and explain the Alishan tour itinerary and collect your relevant vouchers
Meet at Chiayi High Speed Rail Station Exit 3
Take the tourists to Alishan Forest Recreation Area by bus
Arriving at Alishan Forest Recreation Area, we recommend you go to Alishan Shopping Street for lunch (please arrange it at your own expense)
The guide led the group to the Alishan Forest Recreation Area and took a leisurely stroll along the forest trail to fully enjoy the phytoncides.
Route: Visitor Center (take the shuttle bus) → Zhaoping Station → Sisters Pond/Four Sisters/Three Brothers/Golden Pig Announcement/Eternal Love → Mulan Garden → Shouzhen Temple → Tudigong Temple → Xianglin Elementary School (the highest institution of learning) → Thousand-Year-Old Cypress → Tree Spirit Pagoda → Xianglin Sacred Tree → Jinggong Monument → Ciyun Viewing Area → Three Generations Wood/Elephant Trunk Wood/Xianglin Arch Bridge/Alishan Work Station → Shouzhen Temple (take the shuttle bus) → Alishan Visitor Center. (Total journey approximately 3 hours)
Sister Pond Landscape
Alishan Forest Park Landscape
Sunset time varies depending on the season.
The Alishan Sea of Clouds will appear depending on weather conditions.
You can enjoy Alishan style dinner at a designated restaurant
It is recommended to enjoy the night view of Alishan on your own or take a night tour of the bustling Alishan Shopping Street
Food and Drinks
Day 2
Take the sunrise viewing train to watch the sunrise (round-trip tickets are provided)
Please proceed to Alishan Train Station and take the Sunrise Train to Zhushan Train Station to enjoy Taiwan's famous sunrise and sea of clouds (approximately 25 minutes one way).
The train departure time may vary depending on the season. Please ask the counter for the exact time.
Enjoy breakfast at Alishan Hotel or restaurant
After the meal, you can enjoy free time. Two routes are recommended: (go your own way)
Route 1: Shuishan Giant Tree Trail (round trip approximately 1.5 hours)
The Shuishan Giant Tree Trail, a breathtakingly beautiful trail reminiscent of a fairyland, stretches approximately 1.6 kilometers. Its entrance is a mere five-minute walk from Zhuoping Station. Because it's recently been renovated, it's relatively untouched by tourists, creating a tranquil and ethereal experience. The trail's name, "Shuishan Giant Tree," stems from the 2,700-year-old red cypress tree at its terminus.
Route 2: Zhushan Sunrise Viewing Trail (round trip approximately 2.5 hours)
Walk to the nearby Alpine Botanical Garden, the highest landmark of Alishan. This is a hidden attraction away from the hustle and bustle and has a unique and quiet atmosphere.
Check out. Luggage can be left in the lobby, and valuables can be left on you. (Please refer to the hotel announcement for the actual check-out time.)
If you have time, you can go to Alishan Shopping Street to buy Alishan specialties and bring them back to share with your family and friends.
Take the train from Alishan Train Station to Chiayi Train Station. (Please be sure to arrive at Alishan Train Station 10 minutes early)
The Alishan train arrives at Chiayi Train Station, marking the end of the trip. (Passengers choosing to disembark at Chiayi High Speed Rail Station should wait for the Aiwanmei Travel shuttle bus at Chiayi Train Station, arriving approximately 5:10-5:15 PM. Please purchase tickets for the High Speed Rail after 6:30 PM to avoid being rushed. Thank you.)
(For passengers taking Taiwan Railways, it is recommended to take a train after 16:30)
(If you decide to go to Chiayi High Speed Rail Station at the last minute, you can take the free BRT shuttle bus from the back station of Chiayi Train Station to Chiayi High Speed Rail Station)
Food and Drinks
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Accommodation
- Guests staying at Yingshan Hotel, Wanguo Hotel, Shanshan Hotel, and Wenshan Hotel can pay the price difference and choose Alishan Pavilion Hotel, Gaofeng Hotel, and Shenmu Hotel instead. Separate quote will be given.
- Hotels cannot be specified. If the hotel is fully booked, a full refund will be given.
- Alishan Pavilion Hotel currently does not offer breakfast or other meals. VIP guests will be provided with a NT$100/person 7-11 gift voucher with no expiration date or store restrictions. A hot breakfast is also available near Zhushan Train Station, so you can purchase a hot breakfast and enjoy it while waiting for sunrise.
- In line with environmental protection policies, all hotels no longer provide disposable room amenities (such as toothbrushes, toothpaste, combs, shower caps, razors, cotton swabs, etc.). Guests are requested to bring their own personal toiletries to reduce the impact on the environment.
Inclusions
- Tips
- Bottled water
- Day 1: Transportation from Aiwanmei Travel Agency to Alishan Hotel
- Day 2 Transportation from Fenchihu Train Station to Chiayi Train Station (Alishan Forest Railway Main Line train tickets provided)
- Day 2 Transportation from Alishan Hotel to Fenqihu Old Street
- Watch the sunrise from the Sunrise Train (round-trip tickets are provided), or take the Alishan Park Bus (Zhaoping Line + Xianglin Line)
- Alishan Forest Recreation Area Guided Tour (Professional guide, approximately 3-3.5 hours)
- 1 night accommodation at Alishan Hotel
- Healthy and Vitality Breakfast 1 meal
- Alishan style dinner 1 meal
- NT$2.5 million travel liability insurance and NT$200,000 medical insurance
- Alishan Forest Recreation Area Ticket
- Other expenses not mentioned above
- Infant seat or booster cushion, 300 yuan/piece (please inform us in advance)
- A minimum of 2 traveler(s) are required for the tour to depart. If the number of participants does not reach the minimum requirement, the tour will be canceled. An email regarding tour cancellation will be sent 1 day(s) before the departure date
- This is a semi-independent tour package and there is no leader or tour guide accompanying you throughout the trip.
- Transportation on this tour is shared, and you may share a vehicle with other passengers.
- The itinerary details are subject to the itinerary confirmation. If the meeting time is subject to change, please refer to the driver's on-site announcement.
- The tour itinerary and attractions are subject to change based on the tour guide's availability and the season. Please adhere to the on-site tour guide for any adjustments. In the event of inclement weather or force majeure, the tour may be canceled based on the conditions of the day. Please adhere to the on-site tour guide for any changes to the itinerary and meeting time.
- Due to limited resources on the mountain, food and accommodation should be simple and comfortable. Please be advised.
- Seats on the Alishan Forest Railway Main Line (Alishan - Chiayi) are limited and require reservations only. Booking status does not guarantee availability. If the Forest Railway is fully booked, the company reserves the right to adjust the transportation options for both uphill and downhill transfers. Please do not book or pay if this is unacceptable.
- If your boarding or alighting location is originally Chiayi Railway Station and needs to be changed to Chiayi High Speed Rail Station, an additional one-way fee of NT$ 100 per person will be charged on-site (same price for adults and children).
- Alishan Pavilion Hotel currently does not offer breakfast or other meals. Instead, the hotel will provide VIP guests with NT$100 per person 7-11 coupons. These coupons have no expiration date and can be used at any store. Hot breakfast items are also available near Zhushan Train Station, so you can purchase them and enjoy them while waiting for sunrise.
- In line with environmental protection policies, all hotels no longer provide disposable room amenities (such as toothbrushes, toothpaste, combs, shower caps, razors, cotton swabs, etc.). Guests are requested to bring their own personal toiletries to reduce the impact on the environment.
Meet
Venues
- Aiwanmei Travel Agency Next To Chiayi Train StationBetween09:00 - 09:30View on Map
- Chiayi High Speed Rail Station Exit 3From09:00View on Map
Policies
Purchase Summary
- Children aged 7 and above are charged adult fees (occupying a bed, parking space, and meals)
- Children aged 3-6 years old are charged the child fee (not occupying a bed or parking space, meals included)
- Children aged 0-2 years old are charged the child fee (does not occupy a bed, does not occupy a parking space, and does not include meals)
