experience the magic of alishan
Steve Lee's Tea Tours
Steve Lee's Tours is all about delivering affordable, authentic and seamless tours of the famous Alishan.
Tailored to your interest, I want to provide an excellent travel experience, share my culture & expert knowledge of Alishan.
Tailored to your interest, I want to provide an excellent travel experience, share my culture & expert knowledge of Alishan.
Shizhuo Tea Farms - True Heart of Alishan
TOUR PACKAGE
We have curated three different packages for you to choose from - Alishan Tea Tour, Alishan Trekking & Bicycle Tour, Alishan Scenic Area Tour
(Package generally requires a minimum of 3 people for the tour to commence. Please reach out to Steve to discuss other options.)
(Package generally requires a minimum of 3 people for the tour to commence. Please reach out to Steve to discuss other options.)
- TOUR 1: One-Day Alishan Tea Tour - NTD3,600 per personJoin this tour to experience Taiwan’s tea culture in its purest form. Experience a tour of a local tea plantation, learn about how to conduct a traditional Taiwanese tea ceremony & see picturesque mountainside tea fields. Also, experience the historic old train town of Fenqihu.
(Note: While many visitors have heard of the Alishan Scenic Area, the true lifeblood of Alishan is in the local tea-producing area of Shizhuo.)
PROGRAMME
8:00 am - Tour Van from Chiayi City
10:00 am - Arrive at Shizhuo (石桌)- Tour of a working Tea Plantation
- Tea Ceremony with local tea producers
- Local scenic tea walks
1:00 pm - Head to Fenqihu (奮起湖)- Lunch - the famous mountain Bentong (bento box)
- View Alishan Train
- See Fenqihu Old Street
- Short local walks (Luding Giant Tree; Fenqihu Cedar Boardwalk Trail, Fenqihu Giant Tree)
7:00pm - Arrive back in Chiayi
*The schedule can be adjusted for travel needs upon request - TOUR 2: Alishan Trekking & Bicycle Tour - NTD3,600 per personThis tour allows you to explore the local tea-producing area of Shizhuo, which is usually difficult to access without a car. Enjoy the stunning mountain views of the famous Eryangping Trail, get lost among the winding tea plantations of the Trail of Tea, and enjoy the serene forest trails of the historic train town of Fenqihu. Alternate local trails can be considered upon request.
(Note: Pickup/drop off transportation to trail-heads with local knowledge is included, but walks themselves are self-led.)
PROGRAMME
8:00 am - Tour Van departs from Chiayi City
9:30 am - Arrive at Eryangping Trail (二延平步道)- 2.3km/1.4 mi wooden-planked, many steps
- Tea ceremony with local tea producers
Afternoon - Travel to Shizhuo* (石桌), walks:- Trail of Tea
- Alishan Sakura Trail
- Mist Trail (shorter, interconnected paths
Afternoon - Travel to Fenqihu* (奮起湖)- Lunch - the famous mountain Bentong (bento box)
- Walks: Dadongshan Trail (4.8km/3 mi) OR Short local walks (Luding Giant Tree; Fenqihu Cedar Boardwalk Trail, Fenqihu Giant Tree)
6:00 pm - Depart for Chiayi
7:30 pm - Arrive at TRA station - TOUR 3: Alishan Scenic Area Day Tour - NTD3,600 per person
Visit the famous Alishan Scenic Area on this day-long tour, combining the tea culture of Alishan with a self-guided exploration of the Alishan Scenic Area.
(Note: Alishan Scenic Area is a 2-2.5 hour drive from Chiayi along very windy roads, so this can be longer due to traffic, weather, and roadworks.)
PROGRAMME
8:00 am - Tour Van departs from Chiayi City
- Scenic Stops: Suspension bridge
- Daoist Temple
- Famous Eryanping tea plantation view
- Short tea ceremony
12:00 pm Lunch
- The famous mountain Bentong (bento box)
1:30 pm - Arrive Alishan Scenic Area
- Self-guided walks and hiking trails
6:00 pm - Depart for Chiayi
8:00 pm or 9:00 pm - Arrive back at Chiayi
Traditional Taiwanese Tea Ceremony
Package Coverage
- 1The Package includes the following:
- Guide fee
- Tea ceremony
- Transportation (Steve's Tour Van)
- Lunch and Dinner (on Tour Day)
- Pick up & drop off from TRA Chiayi Station (there is a free shuttle bus to the TRA Station from the HSR Station)
- Free accommodation the night before tour, at our courtesy
- 2Additional services with fees applied (optional):
- If required, extra night stay after the tour
- If choosing Farmstay Camping, Camping Gear other than Tent
- Food on Arrival Day
Accommodation
For the convenience of our guests who have difficulties travelling down in time to start the tours at 8:00 am, we recommend guests to arrange a nearby hotel accommodation the night before the tour.
Alternatively, you can reach out to Steve to arrange an additional one-night accommodation, at the courtesy of our host (subject to availability and agreement). If there is additional time, Steve would be happy to bring you to nearby activities in Chiayi (e.g. Wenhua Road Night Market and restaurants).
Alternatively, you can reach out to Steve to arrange an additional one-night accommodation, at the courtesy of our host (subject to availability and agreement). If there is additional time, Steve would be happy to bring you to nearby activities in Chiayi (e.g. Wenhua Road Night Market and restaurants).
AVAILABLE ACCOMMODATION PROVIDED BY STEVE
HOMESTAY:
1 Double Bed Room in Chiayi City
Max 2 people per room
FARMSTAY ROOM:
1 Bunk Bed in Mountain Farm
(CURRENTLY NOT AVAILABLE)
FARMSTAY CAMPING:
1 Camping spot with Tent provided
(CURRENTLY NOT AVAILABLE)
(OPTIONAL: Extra night accommodation available if requested)
HOMESTAY:
1 Double Bed Room in Chiayi City
Max 2 people per room
FARMSTAY ROOM:
1 Bunk Bed in Mountain Farm
(CURRENTLY NOT AVAILABLE)
FARMSTAY CAMPING:
1 Camping spot with Tent provided
(CURRENTLY NOT AVAILABLE)
(OPTIONAL: Extra night accommodation available if requested)
Hi I'm Steve Lee - Let me share with you the magic of Alishan
Why choose a Steve Lee Tour
I have seen many travellers frustrated after returning from Alishan. They told me that it was too expensive, that they didn't get to experience enough. People weren't didn't have enough time, knowledge and transport to truly experience the magic of Alishan.
Due to my local connections, experience with tea and experience as a private driver for over 25 years, I can make the process seamless for you for a fraction of the price if you do the experience yourself. I provide food (breakfast, lunch and dinner) on tour day whilst also providing my expert knowledge. I also will introduce you to Taiwanese culture, you'll be able to meet many of my friends who produce and sell tea and hear their stories.
I want to make Alishan more accessible & more affordable for all travellers.
About the Tour Guide
I was born and raised in Chiayi and have spent my whole experiencing the wonder of Alishan and learning Taiwanese tea culture. 6 years ago, My family and I opened our home to international volunteers to help me create an organic natural farm. I am extremely proud of the magnificent space we've created. Now the farm is completed, I want to continue to share my knowledge of my beloved home, Chiayi. So, I've decided to start my own tour business. I've worked as a professional driver for over 25 years and I love talking to new and interesting people from all over the world. Sharing my knowledge of Alishan and Taiwanese tea is my life's passion, please come and be part of my journey.
Due to my local connections, experience with tea and experience as a private driver for over 25 years, I can make the process seamless for you for a fraction of the price if you do the experience yourself. I provide food (breakfast, lunch and dinner) on tour day whilst also providing my expert knowledge. I also will introduce you to Taiwanese culture, you'll be able to meet many of my friends who produce and sell tea and hear their stories.
I want to make Alishan more accessible & more affordable for all travellers.
About the Tour Guide
I was born and raised in Chiayi and have spent my whole experiencing the wonder of Alishan and learning Taiwanese tea culture. 6 years ago, My family and I opened our home to international volunteers to help me create an organic natural farm. I am extremely proud of the magnificent space we've created. Now the farm is completed, I want to continue to share my knowledge of my beloved home, Chiayi. So, I've decided to start my own tour business. I've worked as a professional driver for over 25 years and I love talking to new and interesting people from all over the world. Sharing my knowledge of Alishan and Taiwanese tea is my life's passion, please come and be part of my journey.
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Since 2023, we are proud to have hosted guests globally, who are interested to deeply learn about Alishan and the culture of Taiwanese tea appreciation, through the lens of a local.
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