Alishan Join-in Day Tour from Chiayi (Incl. Park Entrance)
Overview
Available languages
11 hours
Mobile ticket
If you're a lover of hiking and nature, Alishan Mountain is the most precious gem where you should definitely not miss out in Taiwan!
Departing from Chiayi Railway Station and HSR Chiayi Station, we will be heading to Chukka first. Next, we will arrive in Alishan, where you can explore the forest with those ancient trees that have lived on for more than a thousand year. Further more, immerse yourself in the phytoncidin while walking on the mysterious trails and relax from the daily stress. Last but not least, Alishan is rich of cultural heritage for indigenous tribes whose traditions and customs are still celebrated today.
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
The total duration includes the traffic time from places to places.
Latecomers or No-Show will not be refunded, and changes made within 24 hours may not be accepted.
The experience requires minimum of 6 travelers. If there are less than six people, a cancellation notice may be issued.
What To Expect
Chukou Visitor Center
Chukou Visitor Center is a stop where you can rest your legs and stretch your body because it is a long drive from the start. However, soon we will be arriving at Alishan!
Alishan 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.
Options
Join In Day Tour from Chiayi
Duration: 11 hours: Please look at your meeting point information carefully.
What‘s Included
Entrance ticket of Alishan National Forest Recreation Area (300NTD)
Depending on the size of the tour, there might be a professional driver included.
Air-conditioned vehicle
Licensed Guide
Insurance
Depending on tour size, an infant seat may charge an extra 300 NTD. Please let us know in advance.
Meals
Personal Expenses
Alishan Train Ticket (100NTD)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
14 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A Great Day Trip
Jiemin X,May 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00If I could give higher rating than the full score, I would rate this 120-150%. Felix - the tour guide and driver - speaks both English and Mandarin. He’s like an elder brother taking care of everyone and accommodating additional stops as much as he could. We had 6 people in the tour group coming from different countries, which is just nice. We ended up with extra adventures to experience the traditional railway Bento at Fen Qi Hu (奋起湖) and tea tasting in a tea farm in the mountains. Everyone in the group enjoyed the trip very much and we appreciated Felix’s effort of making this trip so worthwhile. It was really a fun day!
Into the Cool air of Alishan National Forest!
Paul B,Apr 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00After traveling in busy and hot Taiwan cities, it was such a pleasure to head into the clouds with Mr. Cook. The forest and the quaint train rides are absolutely lovely. Mr. Cook did a great job of engaging the folks on our tour with history, stories, and some fun that made for a great outing.
Excellent day
helenem387,Mar 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Beautiful day to discover the forest and its history
120% Recommended! 120% Recommended!
Alex Y,Mar 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Thanks to our guide Mika, really amazing! Being both a driver and a guide, one person is in charge of everything, and has been patient in explaining the history, culture and various interesting little stories of Mount Ali. The driving skills are also good, the mountain roads are many turns, but the whole process is steady, reassuring. The Mika people were also warm and took care of everyone in the group and the atmosphere was always good. The whole group felt relaxed and happy playing. If you want to go to Alishan and don't want to toss traffic yourself, this group really recommends it! Five-star rating.
A five star tour to Alisan's forest.
Vanessa F,Jan 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The day tour was the perfect experience as Alishan's forest is not the easiest to access. From the pick up in the morning, the drive to the place, the acitivies offered everything was well organised. Thank you so much to our guide Mika who was as friendly as professional. I highly recommend it!
Beautiful scenery
PEIFEN L,Nov 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The way all the way to top of mountain is around 1.5 hours. I got car sick because the road is winding. However the forest is beautiful. We walked to the top and took train down. They have a food court in the recreational area, you can buy local lunch there. The trip is finished at around 5PM, the tour guide will drive you back to the original place.
Terence made a great tour
RTWtraveler213,Nov 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a good tour with Terence. Pick up was on time, stuck to our schedule and enjoyable walk through the forest. Terence was very willing to go at a pace we were all comfortable with and made frequent photo stops. Weather was great which was a big plus. Only criticism was a stop at a coffee shop where a weird, overly friendly owner was serving us tea. This lady was a few cards short of a full deck, scary even. I would caution this about the tour company. We crossed paths twice with another tour group from the same company. Their tour leader was also very strange and talked non stop, making loud jokes about nonsense. I certainly wouldn't have enjoyed myself on this guy's tour, so probably luck of the draw as to your experience. I'd say, if you get the strange guide, break off and do your own thing. My understanding is he's the manager of the company?
Our guide, Cook, paced...
BoonTeck K,Sep 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide, Cook, paced the walk well to get us to the end before the heavy rain. He also took our photos at the best photo stops.
Alishan Day Trip
Ellen O,Sep 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was so fun! Cook Wang was a great guide and we got to see the beautiful landscape of Alishan. I definitely recommend this tour!
It was fun in the approaching typhoon conditions.
ichirot789,Jul 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We enjoyed the forest of cedar and cypress trees in Alishan. The guide's English was easy to understand and his Japanese was pretty good. Trains were suspended due to the approaching typhoon, but they were able to adjust their schedules on a resourceful basis, which was a great pleasure.
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