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A red train with the number DL-41 at a station. 1
A dense forest of tall trees with a foggy atmosphere. 2
A waterfront with green frog statues on a wooden deck. 3
A marina with boats docked in calm waters, surrounded by mountains. 4
A traditional Chinese temple with ornate architecture, a pavilion, and a statue in a park. 5

Alishan, Sun Moon Lake, Taichung Three Days Tour from Taipei

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Price is €453 per adult
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 3d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

Three days and two nights join-in trip from Taipei!
Visit the places places in Taiwan that are most likely to become world heritage sites - Alishan Recreation Park and wander among the trails.
Travellers who get up early are rewarded with beautiful scenery! Take the Zhushan Line Sunrise Train to enjoy the most beautiful sunrise
On the second day, it's time to go to Nantou Sun Moon Lake, the largest semi-natural lake in Taiwan. Take a sightseeing yacht and cable car to enjoy the beautiful scenery of Sun Moon Lake from different angles
On the third day, we will return to city centre Taichung and visit various classic attractions from Audit Village to Gaomei Wetland.

Activity location

  • Qingshui Service Area
    • 145 Dongshan Road, Qingshan Dist.
    • 436, Qingshui, Taiwan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Taipei Main Station M3
    • 100, Zhongzheng District, Taipei City, Taiwan

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Alishan, Sun Moon Lake, Taichung Three Days Tour from Taipei

  • Activity duration is 3 days3d
    3d
  • English
Starting time: 07:00
Price details
€453.03 x 1 Adult€453.03
Total
Price is €453.03
Until Mon, 3 Aug

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Accommodation for two nights
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Sun Moon Lake sightseeing boat ticket (TWD300)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Alishan Sunrise Train Ticket Return (TWD300)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Transport
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Alishan National Forest Park ticket (TWD300)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Insurance
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Breakfast for two days
  • What's includedWhat's included
    English/Chinese Driver Guide
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Lunch/Dinner
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Tips for guide
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Everything not mentioned above

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Specialised infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • It is important Infants and children must be included in the passenger headcount. An extra 300NTD might be charged for the infant seat. Please inform us in advance.
  • Ordering instructions: Since the calculation is based on the number of rooms, if the number of people reaches the booking limit, please place another order and provide the order number in the remarks field. We will try our best to arrange travelling in the same car.
  • Latecomers or no-show will not be refunded. Changes made within 24 hours may not be accepted.
  • Room types: Double rooms (with one double bed) or quadruple rooms (with two double beds), arranged according to the number of guests. Special requests can be added in the remarks, and the supplier will do their best to accommodate your requests whenever possible.
  • If the originally planned hotel is fully booked, guests will be accommodated in another hotel of the same or similar class. If all hotels are fully booked, a full refund will be issued.
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
  • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Beautiful Journey to Alishan

  • 3 stops
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Overnight at Alishan Shermuh Hotel, Yingshan Hotel, or similar class of hotel.

Qingshui Service Area

  • 20m
Located at the busiest highway in Taiwan and just got fully renovated in 2024 November, Qingshui Service Area is finally open to the public again! You may take a rest and stretch your legs after being in the transport for a long time, and continue on the journey this time afterwards.

Fenqi Hu Old Street

  • 1h 20m
Fènqì Hú is a major station on the Alishan Forest Railway. This narrow-gauge railway, built during the Japanese colonial period, was originally used to transport timber from Alishan. Today, it has become a scenic tourist route. As it's also about the time for lunch when you arrive, "Fenqi Hu Bento" is something you should definitely not miss out!

Alishan National Forest Recreation Area

  • 2h 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Situated in the mountainous region of Chiayi County, Alishan is famous for its towering ancient trees, stunning landscapes, and the unique phenomenon known as the "sea of clouds." Visitors to Alishan can experience a serene environment filled with lush greenery, scenic walking trails, and refreshing mountain air. The most visited attractions in Alisha Area are Numaping Station, Sister Ponds, Magnolia Garden, Shenyi Waterfall, Shouzhen Temple, and more.

Day 2: Splendid trip to Sun Moon Lake

  • 5 stops
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Overnight at Hongbin Hotel, Shuishalian Hotel or similar class of hotel.

Zhushan Sunrise Observation Deck

  • 1h 30m
Alishan is most famous for its beautiful sunrise, you cannot say that you've been to Alishan without seeing the view yourself! Please note that the sunrise time differs everyday, and double check the schedule with your guide to take the Zhushan Sunrise Watching Train in early morning.

Dream Works of the mei

  • 20m
This attraction is designed to be a resting place between Alishan and Sun Moon Lake, as the drive will take around 3 hours. It might be adjusted based on the situation of the guests.

Sun Moon Lake

  • 1h
The name "Sun Moon Lake" comes from its unique shape. The eastern part of the lake resembles the shape of a crescent moon, while the western part is round like the sun. This is how it got its name, "Sun Moon Lake" (日月潭). The Chinese characters for 日 (sun) and 月 (moon) symbolise the harmony of opposites, which adds a poetic element to the place.

Sun Moon Lake Shuishe Wharf

  • 1h 10m
  • Admission ticket included
Passengers will take a sightseeing boat here and enjoy the beautiful scenery of Sun Moon Lake from the centre of the lake. After the end, tourists can also rent bicycles at Shuishe Pier at their own expense and ride along the lake.

Wen Wu Temple

  • 40m
Wen wu Temple integrates traditional Chinese architectural style. The red roof, exquisitely carved wooden beams, cornices and other designs make the whole temple look solemn and grand. The temple also displays numerous carvings, such as finely carved dragon columns and painted ceilings, showing the artistic beauty of traditional architecture.

Day 3: Classic Taichung City Tour

  • 5 stops
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Not included

Miyahara

  • 1h
Miyahara is a red-brick architecture built by Miyahara Takeo, a Japanese ophthalmology doctor in 1927. It was the largest ophthalmology clinic in Taichung during the Japanese colonial period. Fortunately, Dawn Cake, a pastry company renowned for its pineapple cakes, acquired the building and preserved Miyahara's original red-brick walls and archway. The famous "Fourth Credit Union" is always transformed by "Dawn Cake" company and turns into a unique ancient style of dessert store.

Taichung

  • 40m
Dining at Taichung Station Tielu Street Food Court, or dining at Taichung Second Public Retail Market.

Audit Village

  • 1h
Known as Shenji Village, originally it used as a dormitory for government employees. Nowadays it's been transformed into a cultural and creative base with creative local market on weekend.

National Taichung Theater

  • 30m
The most famous architectural landmark in Taichung City - the National Opera House is designed by Japanese architect, Toyo Ito. The building features an organic, curvaceous shape, with flowing forms that are meant to resemble natural elements like caves or the flowing of water. The design emphasises open spaces and continuous curves, with no traditional right angles or sharp corners.

Gaomei Wetland

  • 1h
The schedule is specially arranged so that group tourists can enjoy the beautiful sunset of Gaomei Wetland. If you look carefully, you can also find creatures such as mudskippers and fiddler crabs.

Location

Activity location

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    Qingshui Service Area
    • 145 Dongshan Road, Qingshan Dist.
    • 436, Qingshui, Taiwan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Taipei Main Station M3
    • 100, Zhongzheng District, Taipei City, Taiwan

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