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15 Best Sun Moon Lake & Alishan Tours

Sun Moon Lake and Alishan sit a long way south of Taipei, so I’ve picked the tours that handle the distance sensibly. The lake is a good three hours by road, and Alishan’s sunrise sea of clouds really needs an overnight. Read one-day itineraries closely before trusting them.

1.5-Day Best of Taiwan: Sun Moon Lake, Tainan, Kaohsiung, Hualien

Explore Taiwan’s highlights in 5 days with this guided tour, featuring stunning scenery, cultural temples, luxury accommodations, and authentic experiences.

“The tour itinerary is very good. 3 out of 4 nights of hotel have private warm spring spa in the room. We enjoyed that very much. Tour guide Alan communicate with pictures every steps of the way. We have a brand new bus and a…”

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4.Private 4-Day Central & Southern Taiwan Tour (Sun Moon Lake, Kaohsiung, Kenting)

Wander through the breathtaking landscapes of Central and Southern Taiwan, discovering hidden gems and cultural wonders along the way.

★ 4.5

“We enjoyed the four day tour very much. Both guides communicated well in English and were good with people. Guides were very helpful in getting us to our train connections and made good suggestions for places to eat. Due to road noise it would be…”

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6.Nantou Day Tour: Sun Moon Lake & Ita Thao Pier From Taipei

Discover the enchanting beauty of Nantou with a day tour from Taipei. Immerse yourself in the stunning scenery of Sun Moon Lake and Ita Thao Pier. Don't miss out!

★ 4.5

“We wanted to see the countryside and chose this group tour to Sun Moon Lake area. Long ways to go, but fortunately the tour bus was a large comfy one and the rest stops were amazing. (My home country of the US could learn how…”

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7.Private Day Tour to Sun Moon Lake From Taipei

Discover the enchanting beauty of Sun Moon Lake on a private day tour from Taipei. Immerse yourself in nature's wonders and create unforgettable memories.

★ 5.0

“Justin did a great job and made our day special. He was prompt and ensured we saw all the best attractions including the boat ride, Temple and cable car.”

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9.Exclusive 3-Day Sun Moon Lake & Alishan Private Tour

Bask in the beauty of Taiwan's Sun Moon Lake and Alishan on this exclusive 3-day private tour, where each day unfolds with unforgettable experiences waiting to be discovered.

★ 5.0

“In a nutshell, it was a great tour. The weather was great and I am so grateful that my guide Tony has been so kind to teach me about history, people's lives and food culture wherever I go. I had a wonderful experience watching the…”

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10.1-Day Tour to Sun Moon Lake From Taipei by High Speed Rail

Discover the breathtaking beauty of Sun Moon Lake on a 1-day tour from Taipei! Hop on the High-Speed Rail and embark on an unforgettable adventure.

“Only the two of us were on the tour so it was a 'private' tour. Our guide was experienced. Fluent English. He drove the car in and out of back roads, kept up a running narrative of the countryside and what we were seeing. Nice…”

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12.Alishan, Sun Moon Lake, Taichung Three Days Tour from Taipei

Discover Taiwan’s highlights with this three-day tour from Taipei, including Alishan, Sun Moon Lake, and Taichung—stunning scenery, expert guides, and cultural gems.

★ 4.5

“Three days in Taiwan — and it feels like I've lived a small lifetime. Allan showed the beauty and contrasts of this island: the scent of Alishan tea and the little red train climbing through the misty forest, the quiet paths among giant trees, the…”

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13.Alishan Taiwan 2 Day Private Tour from Taipei

Discover Alishan's breathtaking scenery on this private 2-day tour from Taipei, featuring iconic trains, sunrise views, and personalized guides.

★ 5.0

“It is a wonderful commune with nature — fresh air, awesome views with a little history. Our guide/ driver/photographer Wilson is the best! The hotpot dinner was also good!”

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14.One-day Sun Moon Lake Tour Package

Discover the breathtaking beauty of Sun Moon Lake in just one day! Experience the wonders of nature and immerse yourself in the charm of Taiwan's most stunning lake.

★ 5.0

“I had a fantastic trip and boat ride. The area is very lovely in natural beauty. We had a nice lunch with local food. It was nice to get out of the big city of Taipei.”

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15.Two-day Sun Moon Lake & Alishan Forest Park Tour Package

Experience the breathtaking beauty of Sun Moon Lake and Alishan Forest Park on this exclusive 2-day tour package. Don't miss out on this unforgettable adventure!

★ 4.0

“I would classify this package as a scam. First of all, there was no private guide. The provider hired a charter driver to drive me to the two destinations in the morning of my trip; second, the driver is not a licensed tour guide. He…”

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