By MOOK Travel Life Network, Li Xinyi, compiled and reported
Explore Tainan’s ancient city with just one ticket. Starting tomorrow (the 7th), Tainan City is launching great-value 88 Anping Line and 99 Taijiang Line “Taiwan Good to Go – Tainan in One” tourist pass day and 3-day tickets. After arriving in Tainan by bus, train, or high-speed rail, visitors can use the 88 Anping Line and 99 Taijiang Line to explore Tainan’s famous historical sites, enjoy its ecology, and sample authentic local snacks. On national holidays and weekends before November 30, commentary staff will be available on the 88 Anping Line and 99 Taijiang Line sightseeing buses to guide passengers and introduce the beauty of Tainan along the way.
The “Taiwan Good to Go – Tainan in One” tourist pass comes in 1-day and 3-day versions, allowing unlimited rides on sightseeing buses. (Photo provided by Mook Editorial Department)
The 88 Anping Line and 99 Taijiang Line 1-day ticket combo, originally priced at 244 NTD, is now available at a discounted price of 120 NTD. It includes the fare for the sightseeing leisure bus with unlimited rides on the day, free transfers to Tainan City buses operated by Kaohsiung Bus, and free entry to two selected attractions such as Anping Fort, Deji Foreign Firm/Anping Tree House, Chihkan Tower, or Yidejincheng. The 88 Anping Line and 99 Taijiang Line 3-day ticket combo, originally priced at 510 NTD, is now 180 NTD. In addition to 3 days of sightseeing bus rides and free entry to three paid historic sites, buyers will also receive a Tainan-themed bottle opener magnet (limited to 2,000, while supplies last). The above ticket packages can also be used with bicycle rentals. All offers are valid until November 30, 2012. Tickets can be purchased at the Tainan Bus South Station ticket booth in front of Tainan Railway Station operated by Kaohsiung Bus, or on board with exact change. Tainan residents ride for free; non-residents who haven’t purchased the pass can pay 18 NTD in coins or use an EasyCard when boarding.
The 88 Anping Line and 99 Taijiang Line 1-day ticket combo takes you past famous Tainan attractions, including Anping Fort, Deji Foreign Firm/Anping Tree House, and Chihkan Tower. (Photo provided by Mook Editorial Department)
During the summer vacation from now until August 29, the 99 Taijiang Line extends its weekday service route (to Qigu Salt Mountain), and its weekend service includes both the regular route (to Yancheng Ecological Cultural Village) and the extended route (to Qigu Salt Mountain). The 88 Anping Line operates the regular route (from Tainan Park to Anping Sunset Viewing Platform, with a detour via the Cultural Center) on weekdays during the summer, and both the regular and shuttle routes (from Tainan Park to Anping Sunset Viewing Platform, without the Cultural Center detour) on weekends. For more details, visit: 2384.tncg.gov.tw.
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