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- Itinerary Introduction -

Taiwan's annual classic celebration: Baishatun Mazu pilgrimage cultural event introduction - Baishatun Mazu pilgrimage is one of Taiwan's most historically significant annual ceremonies, attracting hundreds of thousands of believers to follow and make a pilgrimage on foot to pray for peace and well-being! The entire pilgrimage journey is initially estimated to be about 400 kilometers. According to the divination blocks, the 2025 pilgrimage schedule is scheduled to start late at night on May 1 (11:00 p.m. on the 5th day of the fourth lunar month), and is expected to arrive in Beigang on May 3. After entering the fire late that night, return north and return to the temple on the afternoon of May 11. It lasts for 10 days and 9 nights, and is full of mystery due to the "real-time route" guided by Mazu, which makes believers full of expectations.
Every year, the Baishatun Mazu pilgrimage starts from the Baishatun Gongtian Temple in Tongxiao Town, Miaoli County. Believers follow the Mazu sedan chair on foot, passing through Taichung, Changhua, Yunlin and other places, and finally arrive at the Beigang Chaotian Temple in Yunlin. During the pilgrimage, believers follow traditional customs and perform various rituals, such as releasing the head flag, boarding the sedan chair, and entering the fire, showing the profound cultural heritage of Taiwan's religious beliefs.

- Itinerary Information -

First day: May 1, Gregorian calendar (April 4, Lunar calendar) Thursday

【Depart from Taipei on 5/1】（The whole journey takes about 4~6 hours on foot at night, excluding accommodation）

The next day: May 2nd in the Gregorian calendar (April 5th in the lunar calendar) Friday

【Depart from Taipei on 5/2】（The whole journey takes about 2~3 hours on foot）

Day 3: May 3 (April 6) Saturday (No tour group)

Day 4: May 4 (Lunar April 7) Sunday

【Depart from Taipei on 5/4】（The whole journey takes about 2~3 hours on foot）

Day 5: May 5 (Lunar April 8) Monday

【Depart from Taipei on 5/5】（The whole journey takes about 2~3 hours on foot）

The sixth day: May 6 (April 9) in the Chinese calendar, Tuesday

【Depart from Taipei on 5/6】（The whole journey takes about 2~3 hours on foot）

The seventh day: May 7 (Lunar April 10), Wednesday

【Depart from Taipei on 5/7】（The whole journey takes about 2~3 hours on foot）

The eighth day: May 8 (Lunar April 11), Thursday

【Depart from Taipei on 5/8】（The whole journey takes about 2~3 hours on foot）

The ninth day: May 9 (Lunar April 12), Friday

【Depart from Taipei on 5/9】（The whole journey takes about 2~3 hours on foot）

The 10th day: May 10th (Lunar April 13th) Saturday

【Depart from Taipei on 5/10】（The whole journey takes about 2~3 hours on foot）

Day 11: Sunday, May 11 (Lunar April 14) [Depart from Taipei on May 11] (The whole journey takes about 1~2 hours on foot)

＊This product does not include Gongtian Temple registration

- Rules for Offering Incense -

1. Incense-making procession: Since ancient times, the procession of Baishatun Mazu's walking pilgrimage has been quite simple. The head flag leads the way, and the Mazu sedan chair is at the back. There is a gong on each side to strike each other. In order to maintain the safety of the procession, the incense-lighting people walk between the two gong sounds. This section is the "incense-lighting people's walking area", which is also the main part of Baishatun Mazu's walking pilgrimage. In addition to the big drum formation and the ten-tone group car in front of the head flag; the big sedan group and the temple's working vehicles follow behind the team, and the security vehicles to maintain the safety of traffic and the walking area are waiting nearby.

2. Walking incense: During the walking incense, the incense burners should cooperate with the traffic control team. Especially when Mazu is in the sedan chair, there are often violent and large-scale movements. The incense burners should quickly move out of the space to maintain safety and order on the scene. In addition, the incense burners on foot should always check their physical condition. If they feel uncomfortable, they should seek help as soon as possible and avoid walking too hard to avoid causing trouble to the group.

3. Meals: In the Baishatun pilgrimage customs, except for the three days before the first flag is released and the departure of Mazu, there is no special requirement to eat vegetarian food along the way. As the virtues of Baishatun Mazu are widely spread, believers along the way will enthusiastically prepare various meals and drinks for believers to eat for free to cheer up the pilgrims. Please use the public chopsticks and spoons to take food. Please pick up the tableware garbage by yourself to avoid causing environmental pollution and causing complaints from the people.

4. Resting: When the Mazu sedan stops at a temple or a private home during the pilgrimage, remember not to stay too far away from the crowd to avoid being too tired and having no one around to remind each other to keep up with the sedan. In addition, you should always pay attention to your own etiquette and the cleanliness of the environment, and do not do anything that damages the reputation of Mazu due to carelessness. If you encounter enthusiastic local believers who offer help, you should be as humble and friendly as possible, showing the behavior of Mazu believers.

5. The Baishatun Mazu pilgrimage has been passed down from generation to generation for more than 160 years. It is one of the most special pilgrimage groups in Taiwan and the longest and longest pilgrimage group among many pilgrimage activities. The pilgrimage route is to get off at point A and pick up at point B. You can download the "Baishatun Mazu GPS Positioning" positioning APP and keep in touch with the leader at any time.

6. Service suggestions: It is recommended to bring lightweight rain gear, mats, masks, sweat-absorbent sports towels, power banks, environmentally friendly tableware, sweat-wicking shirts and other clothing, sun-proof hats, and shoes suitable for walking.

「Baishatun Mazu GPS Positioning」 Positioning APP: Please click here for Android download , please click here for IOS download

- Product Q&A -

Q: Can I put my luggage on the bus?

A: Yes, each person can bring at most one suitcase under 26 inches

Q: If I feel tired walking, can I ask for a shuttle bus to pick me up in advance?

A: Due to the heavy traffic on that day, we are unable to provide round trip transportation. Please follow the notice of the service staff on that day and pay attention to the time to get on and off the bus.

Q: How can I get the event gifts?

A: The activity items will be distributed by on-site service staff on the day of pick-up/tour departure.

＊The image source of this page is taken from the "Baishatun Gongtian Temple Official Website"

During the incense-burning process, believers follow traditional customs and perform various rituals, such as releasing the head flag, boarding the sedan chair, and entering the fire, etc., showing the profound cultural heritage of Taiwan's religious beliefs. In addition, the Baishatun Mazu sedan chair is covered with pink tarpaulin. Because of its extremely fast speed, it is known as the "pink supercar", which has become a major feature of the incense-burning activity.

During the pilgrimage, you will witness Taiwan's unique spirit of mutual assistance - residents along the way selflessly contribute, provide drinks and snacks, and even open their homes to welcome pilgrims from afar. This sincere enthusiasm is the best interpretation of what the international media praised as "a microcosm of Taiwanese social harmony." Do you want to experience the charm of the Baishatun Mazu pilgrimage in person? Place an order to participate in the one-day pilgrimage experience, with a special car pick-up, take you to participate in the pilgrimage activities, feel the power of faith, and gain a deeper understanding of the pilgrimage culture, leaving you with unforgettable memories.