Transport in Chiayi

smooth travel from Taipei to Taichung~ we get to visit the Capoo House and Foamcat Cafe. Enjoyed Miyahara and Old Taichung Station which also has another Foamcat Cafe. We really enjoyed our day trip!

We took the 7322C Alishan route bus from in front of the Chiayi Railway Station. We originally missed the 8:10 AM bus, so we had to wait for the 8:40 AM one. Unexpectedly, the bus arrived at 8:30 AM. Passengers with physical tickets were allowed to board first, followed by those who scanned their QR codes, and finally passengers using EasyCards. It was a Saturday, but luckily there weren't many passengers in the morning, so my travel companion and I were able to sit together. After arriving in Alishan, we were also able to enter the Forest Recreation Area smoothly with our QR codes. For the return trip, we took the 3:40 PM bus. There were noticeably more people heading down the mountain, and my travel companion and I were forced to sit separately. However, if we didn't take this bus, we would have had to wait until 4:10 PM, so we settled for it (the last bus was at 5:10 PM). We arrived in downtown Chiayi as the city lights were coming on. The ride up the mountain took about 2.5 hours. Although the mountain roads were winding, the driver was experienced and drove steadily, allowing us to relax and enjoy the scenery or take a nap. Overall, the bus service was convenient and suitable for travelers who don't want to drive themselves.

Taking a boat from Chiayi to Penghu is a great option because it's the closest route to Penghu, with the shortest journey time (about 80 minutes). Booking through Klook is convenient, and the boat ride is fun, comfortable, and clean, with minimal seasickness. It's a fantastic mode of transportation, and I love it! Highly recommend it to everyone. If you have the chance to visit Penghu next time, give it a try. Price: Affordable

I had fun exploring Southern Taiwan with this 3 day pass. Very easy to use, it comes with a booklet that you'll get from the HSR counter. You can book your HSR in advance through the website, can even change your time of departure when you go to the counter. My accomodation is in Taipei and the day trips in Taichung and Tainan was just a breeze. HSR also provides free shuttle bus between HSR station to the main city, just research for the bus number. You have to go through the staff at the gates to pass through, they will inspect the booklet. I'll comeback to explore more of South Taiwan!

The experience was good. We had sight-seeing. The bus was on time, and the tour guide had many stories to tell while on the road and during the trip. The driver drove safely.

I booked on Klook, and when I had a problem, I contacted the store via LINE. The store responded immediately and helped a lot. They were friendly and professional. I highly recommend renting a scooter here in Chiayi. It's super close to the Chiayi Transfer Station. You just walk a few steps from the station to the store, which is very convenient!

Our lady driver Mdm Huang黄 is very considerate in ensuring the safety and walking for my elderly parents. She shared some tips and willing to accomodate to our itinerary changes along the way. Car (Mercedes) is very comfortable and spacious for 4 pax. Highly recommended 😊

The user-friendly purchase interface, diverse transportation options, and clear timetables and ticket displays make it so convenient that I never want to queue at the counter to buy tickets again. Klook has become my most practical and time-saving ticket purchase option.

The entire journey features beautiful scenery, is comfortable and refreshing, offers an expansive view, provides detailed information, and gives tourists a new experience. The characteristics of Alishan National Park are on full display, making it an unforgettable experience. A high-quality trip, well worth recommending!