The 10 Best Scenic Railroads in Taiwan, Taiwan

Taiwan may be a small island, however the lifestyle of local people is quite different from North and South. If you feel like to slow down a little bit, Southern Taiwan is a great place to enjoy a carefree vacation. Depart from Taipei to visit 3 top destinations in Southern Taiwan on this 3-day tour. Explore the harbor city of Kaohsiung by ferry and rickshaw, immerse yourself in natural beauty of Kenting National Park and stroll through several historical sites in the ancient capital city of Tainan. Breakfast will be provided on your second and third days and hotel accommodation will be provided on your first and second nights. This is a guided tour and the price also includes 2 one-way high-speed rail tickets and transport by an air-conditioned vehicle.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Air-conditioned vehicle, Professional tour guide, Admission fee and entrance ticket included in the itinerary, 1-way high-speed train ride from Taipei to Kaohsiung (standard class), 1-way high-speed train ride from Tainan to Taipei (standard class), Cijin ferry ride, Tricycle Rickshaw experience, 2-night hotel accommodation, Insurance

Exclusions: Gratuities, Lunch, Dinner

. I have been a local guide for 6 years, and I know every corner of the city. It’s my reward to see my guests have a wonderful time, and remember this trip well ! I have quite a lot of interesting places for you to choose which includes 18 century historical Temple, private ancient home etc. So, what are you waiting for? Let's go and have some fun!

Inclusions: Professional Guide

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Offering crystal blue water surrounded by lush forests, bamboo and mountains on all sides, Sun Moon Lake is Taiwan's most visited attraction. Blessed with more than natural scenery, Sun Moon lake offers a plethora of culturally rich temples, shrines, pagodas and other monuments which serve only to accentuate the area's natural beauty. Artists and poets have attempted to capture this enchantment for centuries, and our single-day Sun Moon Lake excursion aims to do the same, offering travelers on a tight schedule a gentle whirlwind journey through the history, culture and scenery of this remarkable place.

Inclusions: Lunch in tribal restaurant, High speed train ticket from Taipei to Taichung (round trip), Admission to cruise and gondola

Exclusions: Gratuity

✔️Discover the hidden Jiufen Town that is only known to locals ✔️Experience the near extinct gold-prospecting skills unique to Taiwan ✔️Spot the breathtaking panoramic view of coastal-hill regions --- Jiufen, probably already on your bucket list of must go places, is one of the most renowned cities among travelers to Taiwan. Once the most dominant gold mine city of Asia under Japanese colonization, she enjoyed prominence even well into the 1950s. For decades, Jiufen was celebrated for its luxurious life style, grandeur of its temples and theaters, and the size of its visitor crowds. Today, Jiufen is mostly appreciated for its local cuisine, the coastal views of North Taiwan, and its relation to popular movies such as Spirited Away and A City of Sadness. However, on this fascinating route, we take you to the unknown side of Jiufen away from the clustered tourist sites - Come with us on this tour to travel back in time and see the authentic Jiufen Town in its golden years!

Inclusions: Introduction, Gratuities

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Escape from the hustle and bustle of modern city by railway and relax in the nature and beauty of Eastern Taiwan. This tour covers both ocean-view stops along the east coast area and scenic valley views inside the East Rift Valley. You will be guided to world-famous Taroko National Park, which was selected by Virgin Travel Insurance as one of the top 10 best global sights. 3-night accommodation at the best hotel or resort makes this journey special and memorable.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Air-conditioned vehicle, One-way train ride from Taipei to Hualien, Professional tour guide, Admission fee and entrance ticket included in the itinerary, 3-night hotel accommodation (5-star), Insurance, Cycling at Mr. Brown Avenue

Exclusions: Gratuities, Lunch, Dinner

Our driver will pick you up from your hotel in Taipei City, and lead you to Taipei Main Station to take the train to Hualien. When you arrive Hualien, our local tour guide will pick you up at the platform and then start the tour.  The eastern part of Taiwan has some of the most beautiful scenery. After arriving Hualien Station, you will visit Taroko Gorge, as well as other scenic attractions, such as Pachi scenic lookout, Tropic of Cancer, and Caves of the Eight Immortals. You will stay overnight in Hualien, enjoying the fresh air, sunshine and scenery.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch

Exclusions: Lunch & dinner, tips and any personal expense

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 visit the Southern branch of National Palace Museum.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Air-conditioned vehicle, Professional tour guide, Admission fee and entrance ticket included in the itinerary, 1-way forest train ride from Alishan to Zhaoping, 2-night hotel accommodation (5-star), Insurance

Exclusions: Gratuities, Lunch, Dinner

View the natural and cultural highlights of Taroko Gorge, one of the Seven Wonders of Asia, on a private day trip from Taipei. Receive the expertise of a private guide who has insider knowledge of Taroko National Park and its scenic spots. You’ll have amazing views of the marble cliffs and surrounding features like Hualien Stone Sculptural Park and Eternal Spring Shrine, plus a walk around Tienhsiang and the scenic Lushui Trail.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by private, air-conditioned vehicle, Lunch, English-speaking guide, Bottled water, Round-trip train ticket between Taipei and Hualien

Exclusions: Gratuities

Join this exciting full-day trip to visit one of the seven wonders of the world - Taroko Gorge in Hualien, the east part of Taiwan. Taroko National Park, or sometimes called Taroko Gorge, and its surrounding area are famous for not only the mesmerizing views and nature, but also their abundant supply of marble which leads to its nickname "The Marble Gorge". Also visit  Eternal Spring Shrine, Swallow Grotto, Cisingtan Scenic Area and Hualien Stone Sculptural Park. Let's visit the beautiful marble world together!

Inclusions: Bus transportation, English-speaking tour guide, tickets and travel insurance, Lunch

Exclusions: Dinner

To visit famous tourist spots in Taiwan, such as natural landscapes, Taiwanese traditional Monuments, temples, ocean and Sun Moon Lake in this 4 Days Taiwan Excursion.  You will leaving from Taipei City by comfortable coach, and enjoy boat sightseeing at Sun Moon Lake (Wen Wu Temple~Ita Thao~ Holy Monk Shrime). You will visit Lukang Historic Area on the 2nd day, then take the train or bus  to Kaohsiung  City. When you arrive at Kaohsiung Station, our local tour will pick you up  to the hotel.  On the 3rd day, you will bound for Kenting National Park for the whole day.    On the 4th day, after visiting Kaohsiung City (Former British Consulate, Sizih Bay, and Spring & Autumn Pavilions), you will then return to Taipei by train or bus.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast

Exclusions: Lunch & dinner, tips and personal expense