Taiwan Highlights
9 day round the island tour to Taipei, Sun Moon Lake, Taipei, Sun Moon Lake, Fo Guang Shan Buddhist Monastery, Kaohsiung, Kenting National Park, East Coast & Taroko National Park
This round the Taiwan Island Seat-in-Coach Tour will visit Highlights in Taipei City, then the must-see Sun Moon Lake; explore the geologically stunning Taroko National Park and all the photogenic tunnels, waterfalls, cliffs, and gorges. Discover Taiwan’s diverse and breathtaking geography as we tour the island’s varied terrain to enjoy some of the most scenic, awe-inspiring sights.
"Due to the recent earthquake in Taiwan, tours to Taroko Gorge have been temporarily rerouted to the Tainan area. This change will remain in effect until road repairs are completed, which is expected by the end of 2024."
Upon arrival, you are met and transferred to hotel. Overnight in Taipei.
Today we visit Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall, an impressive monument in memory of President Chiang Kai-shek; then followed by a photo stop at the historical landmark Grand Hotel Taipei. On the way, our tour guide will have a quick introduce when we pass by Presidential Office Building, a symbolic landmark and historical site in Taipei City. We continue to Martyrs’ Shrine, where you can experience the highlight of the guard changing ceremony. Our last stop is the world-famous National Palace Museum, which has a collection of nearly 700,000 pieces of ancient Chinese artifacts and artworks throughout 8,000 years of Chinese art over multiple dynasties. Return to your hotel.
Overnight at Taipei. (MEAL: B)
Today we will drive to Sun Moon Lake which is located in the middle of Taiwan and situated 762 meters above sea level in the lofty mountains of Central Taiwan. Tour will stop at the famous Wenwu Temple, also known as Literature-Warrior Temple, dedicated to Confucius as Master of Pen and to Kuan Ti as Master of Sword, Holy Monk Shrine and Ci En Pagoda. After touring round Sun Moon Lake, check in hotel. Enjoy natural hot spring at the Fleur de Chine Hotel, Sun Moon Lake. You can also enjoy the walking trails, biking, hiking or boating at the lake. Overnight in Sun Moon Lake. (MEAL: B)
Check out hotel, we will stop by Xiangshan Visitor Centre before driving to Fo Guang Shan Buddhist Monastery, the most famous Buddhist sacred place of southern Taiwan. Here you will learn about Buddhism during the monastery walking tour to visit “Buddha Memorial Centre” and communicate with some of the monks or nuns during the visit. Continuously, we will drive to Kaohsiung City, which is the second largest city of Taiwan. The tour will take you to Love River and Liuhe Night Market. Overnight in Kaohsiung. (MEAL: B)
Morning tour to Kenting National Park, located at Taiwan’s southern tip and the 37 miles of coral-rimmed shoreline along three sides of the park provide its main attractions. Stops will be made at Eluanbi light house, Maobitou coastal scenic area, Chuanfan (Sail) Rock and Longpan Park. Continue to drive to Taitung via Southern Link Highway.
Overnight stay in Chihpen.
Enjoy natural hot spring at Hotel Royal Chihpen (Zhiben Hot Springs). (MEAL: B)
After breakfast, it will be an exciting East Coast Tour. The East Coast National Scenic Area, known as "Taiwan's last unspoiled land", stretches 170 kilometers down the east coast of the island. Weathering, erosion and accumulation have produced a wide range of landforms here. Our tour will stop at Xiaoyeliu, Sanxiantai, Shitiping (Stone Steps), Fanshuliao marble factory and showroom. Late afternoon, we will proceed to Hualien for overnight stay at Taroko National Park. (MEAL: B)
After breakfast, we will visit Taroko National Park. Taroko Gorge is an exceptionally beautiful, narrow raving created by the Liwu River which has cut deep into the mountains of solid marble. A road carved into sheer walls of rock rewinding its way past forested peaks and cliffs towering thousands of feet above it, while hundreds of feet below a river roars past gigantic marble boulders. Stops will be made at Taroko Gorge Gateway, Shakadang Trail or Lushui Trail, Swallow Grotto, Cihmu Bridge and Changchun Temple (Eternal Spring Shrine). We then drive back to Taipei with a stop at Qingshui Cliff, drive through Syue-Shan Long Tunnel (12.9 Kms). Expect to arrive into Taipei at around 6 PM.
Check in your hotel in Taipei for 2 nights. (MEAL: B)
Discover the unique charm of the rural districts along the north and northeast coast of Taiwan. Visit Jiufen Village, a hillside village prosperous in the 1940s that will bring you an old-time vibe with its atmospheric alleys; Yehliu Geopark, known for its unique coastal erosion features, will blow you mind away; Pingxi District, a former mining town that is known for the world-famous "Pingxi Sky Lantern Festival", where you will experience the iconic tradition of flying sky lantern and visit the “Little Niagara Falls” of Taiwan—Shifen Waterfall. Whether you are a first-timer or a repeat visitor, you will fully enjoy what Taiwan's north and northeast.
This morning is at leisure.
Transfer to airport for your flight home bound. (MEAL: B)
Taiwan Highlights - 4* Hotel Option
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Tour code: TaiwanHL24A
| Travelling | Price pp | Single Supplement | |
|---|---|---|---|
| All year round 1 Jan 2024 - 31 Dec 2024 - Depart Every Saturdays | $1,990 | $1,140 | Book |
Taiwan Highlights - 5* Hotel Option
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Download PDF Brochure
AVAILABLE
Tour code: TaiwanHL24B
| Travelling | Price pp | Single Supplement | |
|---|---|---|---|
| All year round 1 Jan 2024 - 31 Dec 2024 - Depart Every Saturdays | $2,290 | $1,380 | Book |
Remarks
- This is a seat in coach tour; guaranteed departure every Saturday all year round, but subject to availability and final confirmation.
- Surcharge may apply for Cycle Show (dates TBA in March), New Year’s period, Christmas and other event dates.
- The group size in some of the departures in high season may go up to 40 people.
- Children Discount Policy:
- Children under 12 pay 90% adult rate, sharing room with parents with extra bedding.
- Children share room with one parent will pay full adult rate.
- Option A Hotels: 4* Taipei Howard Plaza; 5* Sun Moon Lake Fleur De Chine Hotel (Mountain View); 5* Kaohsiung Grand Hi-Lai Hotel; 5* Taitung Hotel Royal Chihpen; 5* Taroko Silk Place or similar
- (Mountain View); 5* Kaohsiung Grand Hi-Lai Hotel; 5* Taitung Hotel Royal Chihpen; 5* Taroko Silk Place or similar
Inclusions
- Fully inclusive seat-in-coach tour with English speaking guide, entrance fees, transfers and meals as per above itinerary.
- 8 nights Twin share hotel accommodation at 4-5 * hotels as per above selected hotel option.