Explore Taiwan’s countryside and discover its beautiful scenery on this 3-day tour from Taipei. Sit comfortably on board an air-conditioned coach and hear interesting anecdotes and enlightening commentary about the sites you pass. Step off the bus with your guide to walk around the region’s hidden wonders including the town of Puli, picturesque Sun Moon Lake, the extraordinary Alishan National Scenic Area in the county of Chiayi and the historic town of Lukang.
Highlights
- 3-day sightseeing tour of Puli, Sun Moon Lake, Alishan National Scenic Area and Lukang from Taipei
- Enjoy a drive around the Sun Moon Lake area and visit charming sites like Tehua Village, Wenwu Temple, Tse-En Pagoda and Holy Monk Shrine
- Walk through the old town of Lukang and visit ancient temples like Tianhou Temple and Lung Shan Temple
- Explore the beautiful Alishan National Scenic Area and marvel at natural wonders like the Sister Ponds and the Xianglin Sacred Tree
- Stop at the Guangxing Paper Factory in Puli to learn about the paper-making process
- Overnight accommodation in 4- to 5-star hotels, transportation and hotel pickup and drop-off included
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3-Day Tour of Sun Moon Lake, Puli, Lukang and Alishan National Scenic Area from Taipei
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Alishan National Scenic Area
On this 3-day tour of Taiwan’s beautiful countryside, discover not only the region’s elaborate man-made attractions, but also its natural beauty. You’ll take home a memorable experience of Taiwan on a trip that combines a relaxing bus tour and a fascinating exploration of the area’s best sites on foot.
Drive through the picturesque Sun Moon Lake area and walk through the well-preserved Alishan National Scenic Area with your guide. See some of Taiwan’s best temples and pagodas in the old town of Lukang, such as Tianhou Temple and Lung Shan Temple, and enjoy informative commentary from your guide.
Please see Itinerary below for a more detailed schedule.
Itinerary
Day 1: Taipei – Sun Moon Lake
After pickup from your Taipei hotel, your guide will drive you by comfortable, air-conditioned coach to Puli in the county of Nantou. Stop at the Guangxing Paper Factory for a guided tour to learn about the elaborate process of making paper.
Continue your drive to Sun Moon Lake. As you travel through the scenic area around the lake, admire views of boats docked by the lake’s pier and listen to your guide’s informative commentary on local sites you pass such as Tehua Village, the local village of aboriginal people. Step off the bus for short stops at Wenwu Temple, Tse-En Pagoda and Holy Monk Shrine, among others.
Have lunch (own expense) either in Puli or around Sun Moon Lake. Your guide will give you suggestions on great local restaurants and eateries, where you can enjoy a delicious meal in the company of your fellow travelers.
Head to your hotel and enjoy its extensive facilities before spending the night.
Overnight: Fleur de Chine near Sun Moon Lake (rated 4.5 stars on TripAdvisor) or similar
Day 2: Sun Moon Lake – Alishan – Chiayi (B)
After a complimentary buffet breakfast in your hotel, board the bus and enjoy a scenic ride along the New Central Cross Island Highway. On this 2- to 3-hour (approx.) drive, enjoy gorgeous views of towering mountain ranges covered with dense forests as you pass Yushan National Park.
Visit Alishan National Scenic Area in Chiayi County for a walking tour of its forest. As you stroll along the shore and over the bridge of the Sister Ponds with your guide, learn about the tragic story of the Tsou sisters who, according to folk legend, threw themselves into these still waters after falling in love with the same man.
Follow your guide along the forest trails under the canopy of towering red cypress and cedar trees. Discover the quirky names given to nearly every tree, like the ‘Tree Spirit Pagoda,’ the ‘Tree of Three Generations’ and the ‘Xianglin Sacred Tree.’ Enter the Shoujen Pagoda, the park’s largest temple, and marvel at the ornate golden altar and thousands of illuminated miniature Buddhas.
Stop for lunch (own expense) in any of the towns along the way at a restaurant suggested by your guide, and then continue on a 2-hour drive to the city of Chiayi. Soak in scenic forest views along the highway and snap some photos of scenic villages like Fenchihu and Rueili while listening to your guide’s informative, fascinating tales.
Afterward, check in your hotel and rest up for the night.
Overnight: Nice Prince in Chiayi (rated 4 stars on TripAdvisor) or similar
Day 3: Chiayi – Lukang (B)
After a buffet breakfast on your third day, board the bus for a 1-hour (approx.) drive past rolling valleys and through both small towns and big cities to Lukang. When you arrive, follow your guide on a walking tour of the old town. Visit historic temples like Tianhou Temple and Lung Shan Temple and admire their many halls dedicated to folk deities.
At the end of your third day, you’ll head back to Taipei either by bus or by train (included). Depending on time constraints, your guide may decide that the fastest mode of transportation back to Taipei is the train, in which case you’ll be driven to the Changhua Station to board the train.
Once you arrive in Taipei, your driver will meet you at the station to take you back to your hotel.
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