3-Day Tour from Chiayi: Alishan, Sun Moon Lake, and Cingjing Farm | Taiwan

09:00

Meeting Point: ProFun Travel (next to Chiayi Train Station)

09:00

Meet at exit 3 of Chiayi HSR Station

12:00

Arrive at the hotel in Alishan (Check-in is usually after 3 pm)

13:30

Explore Alishan National Scenic Area and take in the lush surroundings with an expert tour guide. Route: Alishan Visitor Center (Board the Sightseeing Shuttle) → Zhaoping Station → Sister Ponds, Four Sisters Tree, Three Brothers Tree, Pig-shaped Tree Stump, Love Forever Tree Trunk → Magnolia Garden → Shouzhen Temple → Land God Temple → Xianglin Elementary School → Thousand Year Cypress → Pagoda of the Tree Spirit → Xianglin Giant Tree → Kinzan Dr. Kawai Monument → Ciyun Temple Scenery → Third Generation Tree / Elephant Trunk Tree / Xianglin Arch Bridge / Forestry Bureau Work Station → Shouzhen Temple (Board the Sightseeing Shuttle) → Alishan Visitor Center (tour duration: 3–3.5 hours)

17:00

Experience the mesmerizing "Sea of Clouds" in Alishan at sunset

18:00

Feast on local dishes for dinner (please arrive earlier during weekends and holidays to avoid long lines). Recommended dining time: 5:00 pm–7:00 pm

04:00

Choose 1 sunrise itinerary: Yushan National Park or Sunrise Train

A. Yushan National Park with professional guided tour: head to Yushan under the starry sky. Ride past Yushan National Park monument, Lulin Divine Tree (over 2,800 years old), and the Macaques Reserve.

The meeting time may vary by the season. The Yushan National Park option is not available on Jan. 1st to avoid delays to the tour due to traffic

B. Sunrise Train (round-trip train ticket included): Please proceed to Alishan Train Station and take the sunrise train to Chushan Station (25 minutes one way). The departure time may vary by the season, please check the actual schedule with the ticket counter

08:00

Start your day with a hearty breakfast and check out

09:00

Depart for Sun Moon Lake from the hotel lobby or Alishan Visitor Center. Route:

Visit Xinyi Township Farmers' Association & Plum DreamWorks Winery

Marvel at the architectural design of Xiangshan Visitor Center

12:30

Arrive at Sun Moon Lake (there are restaurants available and lunch is at your own expense)

13:00

Depart from Shuishe Pier and begin with a scenic boat ride. Sun Moon Lake → Lalu Island: step foot onto the floating pier surrounding the island to see exhibitions on Thao culture and its historical development → Xuanguang Temple: Walk along the Tutingzai Trail → Dehua Village Pier: Explore the culture, food and scenery in the Thao Cultural shopping area → Shuishe Pier: Take in panoramic views of Sun Moon Lake (The full boat ride takes approximately 1.5 hours)

15:30

Set off to from Sun Moon Lake to Wen Wu Temple (Year of Steps at Wenwu Temple, 365 steps)

16:30

After visiting Sun Moon Lake Scenic Area, the journey continues to Qingjing Farm. Prepare to leave behind the city’s hustle and bustle as you travel through mountain roads surrounded by scenic beauty. Along the way, admire an array of unique architectural styles that feel like a journey across the world. The valley's rising sea of clouds, glowing with the setting sun and evening glow, creates a captivating view that encourages you to stay and appreciate the moment

18:00

Arrive at the accommodation in Cingjing and enjoy dinner at your own expenses (restaurants available). Free time to explore after dinner

08:00

Start your day with a hearty breakfast before going to Green Green Grassland and other Cingjing Farm

Proceed to Cingjing Farm grassland (Naluwan Villa is the only b&b in Cingjing that provides free shuttle bus service to the grassland. If you are staying at other b&bs, please take the bus or walk to the grassland).

[Cingjing Farm – Green Green Grasslands] With six scenic trails surrounded by vast mountain ranges, the Green Green Grasslands are wide and expansive, dotted with herds of sheep and cattle, evoking a peace of mind. Walk along the wooden boardwalk for a panoramic pastoral view complete with gentle breezes and the subtle fragrance of grass. (Admission to Green Green Grasslands included)

[Green Green Grasslands Daily Performances] Horse riding shows: 30-min show at10:45 AM and 3:45 PM, daily. Sheep-shearing shows: 30-min show at 9:30 AM and 2:30 PM on weekends and holidays

[Swiss Garden] Entering the Swiss Garden feels like stepping into northern Europe. With an area of over 4 hectares, the garden maintains an average temperature of 15–23°C, making it an ideal summer retreat. The garden is filled with various flowers, lavender, and other aromatic herbs, making it a true realm of fairytale. (Admission to Swiss Garden included)

Cingjing Skywalk: The Cingjing Skywalk rises 1,700–2,000 meters above sea level, stretching 1.2 km with a width of 2.5 meters. It links the existing trail from Cingjing Guest House to the southern gate of the Green Green Grasslands, blending naturally into the surroundings with a discreet high-rise design that avoids roadways, crosses grasslands, and passes through treetops. This elevated, open-air pathway allows visitors to safely hike while enjoying views of sheep grazing, wild birds flitting through the trees, and an abundance of flora. Along the trail, there are six scenic platforms where travelers can pause to take in the breeze and distant views of the Central Mountain Range, the Zhuoshui River valley, and the crisp, clear blue sky. (Admission to Skywalk included)

11:30

Enjoy a delicious lunch (at travelers’ own expense; please check out from the accommodation before 11:00 am)

14:00

Puli Winery Tour: Meet in the lobby of your accommodation to travel to the Puli Winery, where the renowned “Ailan Spring Water” flows — a vital ingredient in brewing. The winery combines the art of brewing with tourism, culture, and local artistry, with facilities like the “Product Display Center” and the “Wine Culture Hall.” Events such as the Shaoxing Wine Cultural Festival and offerings like rice wine popsicles, Shaoxing wine-flavored rice cakes, and Shaoxing tea eggs are unique experiences available to visitors.

17:00

Arrive at Taichung Train Station / Taichung HSR Station

For the return train tickets, it’s recommended to choose departure times after 6:00 PM to avoid a rushed experience.

Any schedule changes will be announced by the driver on-site. Thank you for your cooperation.