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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.
Travelers 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 downtown Taichung and visit various classic attractions from Audit Village to Gaomei Wetland.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meeting Time: 06:45 Departure Time: 07:00 Please look for your guide in yellow uniform.
Itinerary
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1Qingshui Service Area
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 transportation for a long time, and continue on the journey this time afterwards.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Fenqi Hu Old Street
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!
1 hour 20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Alishan National Forest Recreation Area
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.
2 hours 30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
4Zhushan Sunrise Observation Deck
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.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Dream Works of the mei
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.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Sun Moon Lake
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) symbolize the harmony of opposites, which adds a poetic element to the place.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
7Sun Moon Lake Shuishe Wharf
Passengers will take a sightseeing boat here and enjoy the beautiful scenery of Sun Moon Lake from the center of the lake. After the end, tourists can also rent bicycles at Shuishe Pier at their own expense and ride along the lake.
1 hour 10 minutes • Admission ticket included -
8Wen Wu Temple
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.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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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.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
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Dining at Taichung Station Tielu Street Food Court, or dining at Taichung Second Public Retail Market.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
11Audit Village
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.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
12National Taichung Theater
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 emphasizes open spaces and continuous curves, with no traditional right angles or sharp corners.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
13Gaomei Wetland
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.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Beautiful Journey to Alishan
Splendid trip to Sun Moon Lake
Classic Taichung City Tour
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers 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.
- Rooms will be arranged as double or quadruple rooms according to the number of people booked. Hotels are not allowed to be designated, and full refunds will be made if the room is full.
- 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 traveling in the same car.
- Latecomers or no-show will not be refunded. Changes made within 24 hours may not be accepted.
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Cancellation Policy
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 6 full days before the experience’s start time.
- For a 50% refund, you must cancel 2–6 full days before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 2 full days before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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