It’s hard to imagine that at a time of cutting edge technology and medical breakthroughs, many travellers still prefer to return to the primitive and take on rail journeys.
The tobacco leaf shaped island of Taiwan, is encircled with a rail line. The island provides an array of train excursions designed to build an unforgettable and memorable holiday for adventurers.
A 15-day ticket allows travellers to stop at seven stations along the way. Visitors pressed for time can select from one of Taiwan’s four Tourist Train journeys that travel to scenic local destinations.
The Kenting Star train excursion departs from the Taipei Railway station, and arrives at the west coast of Fangliao. A shuttle awaits here for the short onward trip to the town of Kenting in Kenting National Park.
Taking less than three hours, the journey on the Southern Link Star is the shortest of the four Tourist Train trips. Departing from Kaohsiung, the country’s second largest city, you will be indulged in the host springs resort of Jhihben on the east coast.
The four-hour ride on the Hualien Tourist Train promises another spectacular journey. The east cost city of Hualien marks the beginning of a memorable excursion to the marble cliffs of Taroko Gorge.
The Hot Spring Princess then continues down the east coast to Jhihben.
Tourist Trains in Taiwan feature cushiony seats and dining cars where hot meals are served, and snack foods and beverages are sold on mobile trolleys.
Coupled with pre-booked accommodation and tours, you can be assured that Tourist Trains is one of the most pleasing ways to see the island.
For further information visit www.taiwantourism.org or contact the rail information specialists at Guidepost Travel.
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Travelling Taiwan by Train
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An unforgettable way to see Taiwan's wondrous natural attractions is by rail. Three different rail tours covering the famous scenery of Alishan (Mt. Ali) , the Taroko Gorge and the eastern coast are available.
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Highlights
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Alishan Tour
(2 days)
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The Alishan Forest Railway system is one of only three steep-gradient alpine railways in the world. Climbing from 30 metres above sea level to 2216 metres, the railway passes through a cross section of climates and terrain types while navigating 49 tunnels and 77 bridges. During the journey passengers can see the scenic wonders of the forest and visit the Sea of Clouds, Sister Pond and Three Generation Sacred Tree.
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Hualien Tour
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Taroko Gorge is known for its sheer marble cliffs, deep gorges, winding tunnels and the Liwu River that flows through the craggy landscape. During this tour passengers explore the gorge and see the beautiful northeast coast. Visits are also made to the Kuan Fu Sugar Refinery and the Tsao Fong Pin Lin Farm (fruit gardens). There's an option to enjoy an Aboriginal dance performance.
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Nanhui Tour
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Experience the majesty of the East Coast on this delightful tour which includes the wind blown natural rock sculptures and sea sculptured coral reefs of the eastern shores of Taiwan. Passengers also have the opportunity to see the many sights of the southern tip of Taiwan as they will also visit the splendour of Kenting National
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