Alishan Forest Railway, Taiwan
What to see at Alishan Forest Railway and how to fit it into a Taiwan trip.
Quick answer
A narrow-gauge mountain railway through ancient cedar forests to watch the cloud-sea sunrise above Alishan.
Best season for Taiwan: October–April. Recommended trip length: 7–10 Days.
About Alishan Forest Railway
A narrow-gauge mountain railway through ancient cedar forests to watch the cloud-sea sunrise above Alishan.
Alishan Forest Railway is one of 14 places we cover in Taiwan, and falls on day 3 of our 5-day Taiwan plan. A 5-day Taiwan trip from Mumbai costs about ₹51,000 per person at budget stays with return flights.
More places to visit in Taiwan
- Taroko Gorge
- Taipei Night Markets
- Jiufen
- Taroko National Park
- Jiufen Old Street
- Sun Moon Lake
- Taipei 101
- National Palace Museum
Questions about Alishan Forest Railway
What is Alishan Forest Railway?
A narrow-gauge mountain railway through ancient cedar forests to watch the cloud-sea sunrise above Alishan.
When is the best time to visit Alishan Forest Railway?
Taiwan's best season is October–April, which is the best window for Alishan Forest Railway too.
How many days do I need in Taiwan to include Alishan Forest Railway?
Trripah recommends 7–10 Days for Taiwan. Alishan Forest Railway fits into a normal itinerary without extra days.
Can Trripah include Alishan Forest Railway in a Taiwan package?
Yes. Tell us your dates and group and we add Alishan Forest Railway to a Taiwan plan with flights, hotels and transfers, usually within 24 hours.