Alishan Day Tour from Chiayi (Incl. Park Entrance)

Overview

Available languages

Chinese

English

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.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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

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!

15 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

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.

4 hours • Admission Not Included

Options

Join In Day Tour from Chiayi

Duration: 11 hours: Please look at your meeting point information carefully.

Reviews

4.88

8 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Our guide, Cook, paced...
BoonTeck K,
Sep 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Our 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
5.00
It 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
5.00
We 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.
good experience
Go49780793871,
May 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This Alishan day tour was an amazing experience! The guide was friendly and knowledgeable, and the itinerary was well-organized with just the right amount of time at each stop. The Sacred Tree Trail and the Alishan Forest Railway were especially memorable. Transportation was comfortable and on time, making the whole trip very convenient. It’s a great option for travelers who want to explore Alishan without the hassle of planning everything on their own. I highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Chiayi or looking for a stress-free way to enjoy Alishan’s natural beauty and fresh mountain air. Would definitely join again!
Surprisingly amazing day trip
Trip36810185318,
May 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Randomly saw this tour and decided to give it a try — turned out to be one of the highlights of my holiday. The guide was super friendly and shared lots of interesting local stories along the way. Everything was well-paced and it was great not having to worry about transportation or timing. This tour is ideal for anyone wanting to experience the beauty of Alishan in just one day. Highly recommended!
The tour guide is great!...
SzeMan l,
Apr 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00
The tour guide is great! Great photo taking skills and rich history explaination! He makes the tour so much more interesting!!! Car is quite comfortable too.
Great time with Captain Cook!
Joey F,
Mar 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Captain Cook was great! Awesome bilingual (Chinese and English speakers well accommodated) experience. Comfortable vehicle, great narration throughout the sites, and he was helpful with navigating food and souvenir purchases. Be aware that there are a LOT of stairs in the experience, and you will need to bring cash (recommend minimum 800 NTD per person for food, Alishan railway ticket, bus shuttle, and some souvenirs)