Alishan Fusen Sightseeing Train Package｜Ticket & Chinese Guide & Special Meals
- The all-cypress carriage is equipped with large landscape windows and the seats are made of British cowhide ergonomic seats, providing passengers with a top-notch comfortable riding experience
- Taiwan's first digital picture frame on a train displays 10 representative paintings of Alishan during the Japanese colonial period. As the train moves, you can experience the natural and historical beauty of Alishan.
- Four themes: "Forest Food, Forest Healing, Forest Sound, Forest Tea" with different experience routes, enjoy the new elegant and luxurious experience of forest railway
- Recommended railway tours: Blue-skinned Jieyou sightseeing train , Kaifeng dessert sightseeing train , Shanlan valley Xunwei sightseeing train , Mingri Kitchen
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Take a ride on the exclusive train on the century-old forest railway. Alishan Forest Train is a private train, so you don't have to squeeze in with the crowds to find the train schedule. The exclusive train travels through the secret forest, immersing you in the full Dove spirit, making the Alishan train the most beautiful classic memory.
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- Chiayi-Fusen Sightseeing Train | Come to Chiayi for a summer getaway (only departs on 8/25) -
• Instructions for use:
【Purchase restrictions】
◎ When registering for one or two people, if the two-person seat is full, you may be arranged to sit at a four-person seat and you will need to share the table with strangers. We apologize for any inconvenience caused.
◎ Sorry, you cannot specify seats in advance. The seats in the carriage will be arranged by Lion. We do not accept requests for seat changes on the spot. We apologize for any inconvenience caused.
◎ Before the Fukusen sightseeing train completed the barrier-free carriage transformation, the Forestry and Railway Department and Lion Travel Club sent staff to assist passengers in foldable wheelchairs to get on and off the train.
◎ This is a reservation-based product. Booking must be made 5 working days before departure (excluding holidays). Booking is successful once payment is completed.
◎ Sightseeing train: Infants aged 0-1 do not occupy a seat, but those aged 2 and above need to occupy a seat and purchase an insurance ticket for NT$99. Please contact the sales staff if you need to purchase a ticket. If the order is not completed 3 days before departure, the on-site staff has the right to directly refuse boarding.
◎ Fusen is a reserved-seat train. To maintain passenger safety and service quality, no unreserved tickets are sold.
◎ Children aged 0-1 only include insurance fees and administrative service fees, do not occupy seats, do not include meals and other fees.
◎ If the type of ticket purchased does not match the passenger's identity, the passenger will not be allowed to board.
◎ Only one price, no other preferential prices.
◎ If you wish to bring a baby stroller, please be sure to indicate this in the Special Requests section when registering.
◎ Travelers who are between 12 and 18 years old traveling alone are required to provide a parental consent letter for the purchase of travel products by the minor.
• Route Introduction:
[Section A: Alishan→Zhuoping→Zhushan - departure at 08:30]
◎Fees include: train commemorative certificate/commemorative gift/simple snacks/guided tour (optional)/travel industry liability insurance◎Meeting time: 08:20
◎ Meeting (boarding) location: Alishan Station 2F in Alishan Amusement Park area <in front of the ticket office> / No. 1 Alishan, Zhongzheng Village, Alishan Township, Chiayi County ◎ Meeting guide: Please check in with the train staff on the 2F of Alishan Station, and you can board the train after the train door opens ◎ Fixed-point guide: 09:25-09:35 Zhushan
[Section B Zhushan→Numahira - depart at 09:46]
◎Fees include: train commemorative certificate/commemorative gift/simple snacks/guided tour (optional)/travel industry liability insurance◎Meeting time: 09:35
◎ Meeting point: Zhushan Station <in front of the ticket office> / No. 99, Alishan, Zhongzheng Village, Alishan Township, Chiayi County ◎ Meeting guide: Please check in with the train staff at Zhushan Train Station, and wait for the train door to open before boarding ◎ Fixed-point tour: 09:25-09:35 Zhushan
[Section C Numadaira → Zhushan - departure at 10:30]
◎Fees include: train commemorative certificate/commemorative gift/simple snacks/guided tour (optional)/travel industry liability insurance◎Meeting time: 10:20
◎Meeting location: Zhuoping Station <in front of the ticket office> / No. 17, Xianglin Village, Alishan Township, Chiayi County ◎Meeting guide: Please check in with the train staff at Zhuoping Train Station. You can board the train after the train door opens. The train staff will enter the station with the train. If you arrive at the check-in location early, please wait patiently ◎Fixed-point tour: 11:10-11:20 Zhushan
[Section D Zhushan→Numahira - depart at 11:31]
◎Fees include: train commemorative certificate/commemorative gift/simple snacks/guided tour (optional)/travel industry liability insurance◎Meeting time: 11:20
◎ Meeting point: Zhushan Station <in front of the ticket office> / No. 99, Alishan, Zhongzheng Village, Alishan Township, Chiayi County ◎ Meeting guide: Please check in with the train staff at Zhushan Train Station, and wait for the train door to open before boarding ◎ Fixed-point tour: 11:10-11:20 Zhushan
[Section E Numadaira → Zhushan - depart at 12:45]
◎Fees include: train commemorative certificate/commemorative gift/simple snacks/guided tour (optional)/travel industry liability insurance◎Meeting time: 12:35
◎ Meeting place: Zhuoping Station <in front of the ticket office> / No. 17, Xianglin Village, Alishan Township, Chiayi County ◎ Meeting guide: Please check in with the train staff at Zhuoping Train Station, and wait for the train door to open before boarding ◎ Fixed-point tour: 13:26-13:36 Zhushan
[Section F Zhushan→Numahira - depart at 13:46]
◎Fees include: train commemorative certificate/commemorative gift/simple snacks/guided tour (optional)/travel industry liability insurance◎Meeting time: 13:35 (confirm whether the meeting time should be earlier than the guided tour time)
◎ Meeting place: Zhushan Station <in front of the ticket office> / No. 99, Alishan, Zhongzheng Village, Alishan Township, Chiayi County ◎ Meeting guide: Please check in with the train staff at Zhushan Train Station, and wait for the train door to open before boarding ◎ Fixed-point tour: 13:26-13:36 Zhushan
[Section G Numadaira → Zhushan - departure at 14:30]
◎Fees include: train commemorative certificate/commemorative gift/simple snacks/guided tour (optional)/travel industry liability insurance◎Meeting time: 14:20
◎Meeting location: Zhuoping Station <in front of the ticket office> / No. 17, Xianglin Village, Alishan Township, Chiayi County◎Meeting guide: Please check in with the train staff at Zhuoping Train Station. You can board the train after the train door opens. The train staff will enter the station with the train. If you arrive at the check-in location early, please wait patiently◎Fixed-point tour: 15:10-15:20 Zhushan
[Section H: Zhushan → Zhuping → Alishan - departure at 15:31]
◎Fees include: train commemorative certificate/commemorative gift/simple snacks/guided tour (optional)/travel industry liability insurance◎Meeting time: 15:20
◎ Meeting point: Zhushan Station <in front of the ticket office> / No. 99, Alishan, Zhongzheng Village, Alishan Township, Chiayi County ◎ Meeting guide: Please check in with the train staff at Zhushan Train Station, and wait for the train door to open before boarding ◎ Fixed-point tour: 15:10-15:20 Zhushan
- Introduction to the Fukusen Sightseeing Train -
The Fusen carriages are made of natural low-key window frames made of red cypress and cypress wood, which are endemic to Taiwan, and adopt a dome-style design to create an open space and visual experience. The Fusen will carry the local experience of Chiayi and the beauty of Alishan, and will create a new elegant and luxurious experience for forest railways with a new exclusive route. The soft lighting on both sides of the Fusen carriages highlights the unique warm atmosphere of solid wood. The seats are close to the huge viewing windows to ensure that passengers will not miss the beautiful scenery of the mountains whizzing by outside. The viewing car selects 10 representative paintings of Alishan from the Japanese occupation to the early post-war period. Through the movement of time and space, geographical location and the painter's vision, it presents the cultural context of Alishan forestry and railways.
- Route Introduction -
[Mori Good Food｜Upward｜North Gate→ Crossroads Route] North Gate (New Station) → Luman (Lu Ma Production) → Zhangnaoliao → Third Observation Deck → Fenqihu → Duolin (Slow Walking) → Crossroads (One Way)
- Meeting time: 09:00
- Meeting point: Next to the ticket office of Xinzhanlin Railway at Beimen Station
- Assembly guidance: Passengers please meet the train staff at the ticket gate of Linyi Railway and they will take you to the platform to wait for your boarding.
- Fees include: Fussen commemorative certificate (exclusive ticket) / commemorative gift / Fussen x Indigo meal box + drinks (items change from time to time) / music performance / aboriginal dance performance / travel industry liability insurance
[Forest Healing｜Upward｜Crossroad→Alishan Route] Crossroad→ Erwanping→ Zhushan→ Alishan (one way)
- Meeting time: 13:50
- Meeting point: Next to the Lintie ticket office at Shizilu Station
- Assembly Guide: Passengers please check in at the train service at the Crossroads Station and wait for the train doors to open before boarding.
- Fees include: Fusen Memorial Certificate (exclusive ticket) / Memorial gift / Light meals + drinks (items change from time to time) / Healing experience / Music performance / Aboriginal dance performance / Alishan National Forest Recreation Area ticket / Travel industry liability insurance
[Hao Sen Yin | Downward | Alishan → Fenqihu Route] Alishan → Erwanping → Crossroads → Fenqihu
- Meeting time: 08:30
- Meeting point: Alishan Station 2F, next to the Lintie ticket office
- Assembly guidance: Passengers please meet the train service staff at the ticket gate of Linyi Railway and wait for the train door to open before boarding.
- Fee includes: Fussen commemorative certificate (exclusive ticket) / commemorative gift / light meals + drinks (items change from time to time) / small concert / travel industry liability insurance
[Mori Pinming｜Downward｜Fenchihu→Beimen Route] Fenchihu→Shuisheliao→Jiaoliping→Zhuqi→Beimen
- Meeting time: 12:10
- Meeting point: Fenqihu Railway Station platform
- Assembly Guide: Passengers please check in at the Fenqihu Railway Station platform and wait for the train doors to open before boarding.
- Fee includes: Fukusen commemorative certificate (exclusive ticket) / commemorative gift / light meal + drinks (items change from time to time) / tea experience / travel industry liability insurance
[Mori Pinming｜Downward｜Shizilu→Beimen Route] Shizilu→Fenqihu→Shuisheliao→Jiaoliping→Beimen
- Meeting time: 13:50
- Meeting point: Next to the Lintie ticket office at Shizilu Station
- Assembly Guide: Passengers please check in at the train service at the Crossroads Station and wait for the train doors to open before boarding.
- Fee includes: Fukusen commemorative certificate (exclusive ticket) / commemorative gift / light meal + drinks (items change from time to time) / tea experience / travel industry liability insurance
The Fusen sightseeing train uses unique Taiwanese red juniper and hinoki wood to build a unique wooden carriage.
The soft lighting on both sides of the carriage highlights the unique warm atmosphere of solid wood. The seats are close to the large viewing windows to ensure that passengers will not miss the beautiful scenery of the mountains whizzing by outside.
In the painting viewing carriage, 10 representative paintings of Alishan from the Japanese colonial period to the early post-war period are selected. Each painting has its own digital explanation board and is titled "Mobile Art Museum"
[Sen Haoshi] Upward: North Gate → Cross Road, this section is specially planned to stop at Duolin Road. From the dining table to the train, the full atmosphere of the gourmet train connects Alishan's rich human stories and selects local special ingredients. , and through the good skills of the chef, travelers can eat it in their stomachs, hide it in their hearts, and awaken the taste buds on their tongues. (The actual departure time is subject to Lintie’s approval announcement)
[Forest Healing] Upward: Cross Road → Alishan. In this section, you will stroll under the lush greenery of Alishan Mountain Forest. Under the leadership of a professional tour guide, you can "close, spit, hide, and lie down" along the path to calmly regulate your breathing and feel The power of being embraced by the mountains can perfectly heal the silent soul. The subtext of the chirping of insects and birds under nature seems to describe the beauty of this land. At the same time, you can immerse yourself in the atmosphere of the forest and open up your five senses to dance with the forest. (The actual departure time is subject to Lintie’s approval announcement)
[Haosenyin] Downstream: Alishan → Fenqi Lake, have you accidentally entered the fairyland in the clouds? This section of the road stops at the most mysterious Erwanping Station, where you can wander among the clouds and mist, entering a dark secret realm filled with fir trees, and hear lingering sounds echoing in your ears in the distance. The chirping of insects in the forest interweaves into a beautiful quartet, and bathing in the performance in the forest is mesmerizing and uncomfortable. (The actual departure time is subject to Lintie’s approval announcement)
[Sen Tea] Down trip: Departing on Monday | Fenqi Lake → North Gate, travelers on this section will be in the mid-altitude mountains and forests, where professional tea masters will share the art of tea ceremony and taste the tea gift that Alishan brings to travelers. Paired with intoxicating classical melodies, travelers can experience a variety of high mountain teas and specialty refreshments, taste the aftertaste of the tea aroma, and overlook the endless mountain scenery, outlining the memory of Alishan and Fusen. (The actual departure time is subject to Lintie’s approval announcement)
[Sen Tea] Downbound: Departing on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Sundays | Cross Road → North Gate. Travelers on this section will be in the mid-altitude mountains and forests, where professional tea masters will share the art of tea ceremony and taste the tea gift Alishan brings to travelers. Paired with intoxicating classical melodies, travelers can experience a variety of high mountain teas and specialty refreshments, taste the aftertaste of the tea aroma, and overlook the endless mountain scenery, outlining the memory of Alishan and Fusen. (The actual departure time is subject to Lintie’s approval announcement)
Purchase Notice
- Online booking does not guarantee successful booking and is still subject to receipt of order confirmation.
- Due to the terrain and safety considerations, if you have mobility difficulties, please consider participating in this itinerary. We apologize for any inconvenience.
- When registering for a single or two people, if the seats for two people are full, four people may be seated and need to sit at the same table with strangers. We apologize for any inconvenience caused.
- Seats cannot be assigned in advance. Car seats are subject to arrangement. We do not accept on-site seat changes. We apologize for any inconvenience caused.
- Before the transformation of the barrier-free carriages of the sightseeing train Xuyue is completed, the Forest Railway Office and the Lions Travel Club will send personnel to assist passengers in folding wheelchairs to get on and off the train.
- Please be sure to provide your meat and vegetable requirements in the special requirements column when making a reservation. None of them offer vegetarian options, only meat and vegetarian options.
- The Fussen train is a train with reserved seats. To maintain passenger safety and service quality, no tickets without seats are available.
- Passengers who wish to bring a stroller must make a note in the order form when registering.
- Pet regulations (please click here for details):
- Pets such as cats, dogs, rabbits, fish and shrimps must be placed in a pet box or bag with a length of 43 cm, a width of 32 cm, and a height of less than 31 cm, and the packaging must be complete and there is no risk of feces leakage, and placed under the seat. Carry for rides. (However, during the period when rabies and other diseases are prevalent, passengers are prohibited from bringing cats, dogs and other mammals on board in areas prohibited from transportation as announced by the Council of Agriculture of the Executive Yuan). The Council of Agriculture of the Executive Yuan announced that only the Chiayi-Fenchi Lake area can transport pets specified above.
- The pets mentioned in the preceding paragraph do not include birds, snakes, wild beasts, and species that are harmful to tourists or affect public health, etc.
- Police dogs, guide dogs, deaf guide dogs, physical assistance dogs or professional trainers of guide dogs, deaf guide dogs and physical assistance dogs when carrying out training, and other persons who are allowed to do so in accordance with the law
Reminders
A minimum of 1 traveler(s) are required for the tour to depart. If the number of participants does not reach the minimum requirement, the tour will be canceled. An email regarding tour cancellation will be sent 7 day(s) before the departure date
This is a special package and no date changes or substitutions are allowed. Once the order is confirmed, it means that you agree to the refund policy of this platform and the service provider, please be informed.
Please present your electronic confirmation letter and identity documents (such as ID card, health insurance card, residence permit, passport, etc.) to the staff on the same day. Name changes and passenger substitutions are not accepted at the Xuyue sightseeing train check-in site. If you change passengers, you will need to pay the full fare again, and no refund will be given.
If the type of ticket purchased does not match the passenger's identity, the ticket will not be allowed to travel.
If a passenger cannot meet up due to personal reasons, no refunds will be given and no commemorative gifts will be reissued.
Once the ticket is taken, if the passenger gets off the bus midway due to personal factors, he will not be able to get on the bus again. If there are unfinished itineraries and items, it will be deemed to be abandoned and no refund will be made.
Disposable bottled water is not provided on the Fussen sightseeing train, so passengers are asked to bring their own drinking water with them.
Depending on your physical condition, you may bring your own motion sickness medicine.
In order to ensure the safety of passengers, the company reserves the right to change and cancel the itinerary due to weather and other force majeure factors. Please inform passengers in advance.
Our company operates in compliance with the relevant regulations of the Tourism Bureau and signs travel contracts with tourists. The cancellation provisions in the contract are: the notification date must be based on the normal working hours announced by the Personnel Administration Bureau. If the time is exceeded, it will be calculated on the following working day ( Please note that in case of holidays and working days, advance notice is required).
How to Redeem Your Voucher
How to Use Your Voucher
- Please present the e-voucher on-site
Validity Period
- The voucher must be used on the selected date and within operating hours; Invalid after expiration
Meeting Point
Location Name: [Upward | North Gate → Cross Road] Next to the Lintie ticket gate of the new station of Beimen Station
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellations 34 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free
- For cancellations made 24 to 33 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 10% will apply
- For cancellations made 14 to 23 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 20% will apply
- For cancellations made 7 to 13 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 30% will apply
- For cancellations made 4 to 6 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 70% will apply
- Cancellation is not allowed between 0–3 days from the selected date. Orders cannot be canceled or modified, and refunds will not be granted.
- Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once the cancellation is confirmed, you will receive your refund within 14 working days.
FAQ
The Alishan Fusen Sightseeing Train offers a luxurious and unique experience with its all-cypress carriages, featuring large landscape windows and ergonomic British cowhide seats for superior comfort and panoramic views. It's also Taiwan's first train to integrate digital picture frames, showcasing 10 representative paintings of Alishan from the Japanese colonial period, transforming the journey into a mobile artistic and historical aesthetic experience.
An Alishan Fusen Sightseeing Train package typically includes the train ticket for the selected route, the services of a Chinese-speaking guide who provides insights into the region's history and nature, and special meals designed to complement the forest experience. These elements are curated to offer a comprehensive and luxurious journey through Alishan's rich railway heritage and natural beauty.
The duration for experiencing the Alishan Fusen Sightseeing Train and its themed routes varies. The train ride itself can range from a few hours for a specific themed journey, such as 'Forest Food' or 'Forest Healing,' to a full day when combined with other Alishan attractions. It's recommended to allocate at least half a day to fully immerse in the train's unique features and scenic surroundings, allowing time for photo opportunities and guided explanations.
To reach the Alishan area for the Fusen Sightseeing Train, visitors primarily use public buses or private transfers. Public buses are available from Chiayi HSR Station or Chiayi Railway Station, offering direct routes to Alishan. For more convenience and comfort, private car charters or shared transfer services can pick up directly from major cities or transport hubs, providing a hassle-free journey through the mountainous terrain.
The Alishan Fusen Sightseeing Train carriages are crafted entirely from cypress wood, offering a natural aroma and elegant ambiance. They feature expansive landscape windows that provide unobstructed, panoramic views of the Alishan forest scenery. For ultimate comfort, the seats are upholstered with high-quality British cowhide, ergonomically designed to ensure a top-tier comfortable riding experience throughout the journey.
The Alishan Fusen Sightseeing Train journey seamlessly integrates historical and artistic elements. It features Taiwan's pioneering use of digital picture frames on a train, displaying 10 iconic paintings of Alishan from the Japanese colonial period. As the train moves, passengers can appreciate these artworks, allowing for a deeper connection to Alishan's rich natural beauty and historical significance.
Yes, passengers can often choose specific themed routes when booking the Alishan Fusen Sightseeing Train experience. The train offers four distinct themes: 'Forest Food,' 'Forest Healing,' 'Forest Sound,' and 'Forest Tea.' Each theme is designed with a different focus and corresponding route, allowing travelers to select an experience that best suits their interests, whether it's culinary discovery or tranquil relaxation.
Alishan offers distinct beauty throughout the year, making any season suitable for experiencing the Fusen Sightseeing Train. Spring (March-April) is popular for cherry blossoms, while summer (June-August) provides cool, refreshing weather. Autumn (September-November) showcases vibrant maple leaf colors, and winter (December-February) is known for its stunning cloud seas and sunrises. Each season offers a unique backdrop for the train journey.
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