Begin your journey along Taiwan’s scenic Northern Cross-Island Highway with a short stop in Luofu. Enjoy the mountain surroundings and, when available as part of the itinerary, relax with a brief hot spring foot-bath experience before continuing deeper into the mountains.

Enter the ancient forest of Lala Mountain and walk beneath towering cypress trees surrounded by lush mountain vegetation. Follow the forest trails with your guide while learning about the unique ecology and history of this protected mountain landscape. Take your time to enjoy the fresh mountain air, photograph the giant trees, and experience one of northern Taiwan’s most impressive forest environments.

Atayal Culture & Mountain Lunch Discover the culture of the Atayal people, whose communities have lived in Taiwan’s mountain regions for generations. Enjoy an Atayal-inspired lunch featuring local mountain flavors and take part in a traditional weaving experience. Learn about the connection between Atayal culture, craftsmanship, community life, and the surrounding mountains.

Visit a local tea garden in the Lala Mountain area. Walk through the tea fields and learn how Taiwan’s high-mountain climate influences the aroma and flavor of the tea. The tea experience may include: Introduction to local tea varieties Tea plant and tea field explanation Seasonal tea-growing and harvesting methods Traditional Taiwanese tea-brewing demonstration Guided tasting of locally produced tea Tea-picking activities are seasonal and cannot be guaranteed. Outside the harvesting season, the experience will focus on tea garden interpretation and tea tasting.