Treasures of Taiwan

Tour Type:
Small Group Journeys
Start:
Taipei
Duration:
12 Days
End:
Taipei
Departs:
GUARANTEED DEPARTURE, MIN PAX: TBA

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Experience the unique charm of Taiwan on this 12 days tour. Between visiting ancient temples, bustling markets, lush rainforests and a stunning gorge, the country will surely win your heart. There’s even time for soaking weary traveller’s bones in a relaxing natural hot spring.  This itinerary is just a starting point as all services are 100% customisable to suit your travel wants and needs.  Send us your request and receive a quote based on your preferences.

Itinerary

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DAY 1

Upon arrival, you will be met and greeted at Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) and transferred to the hotel. Stay four nights in Taipei.

DAY 2

After breakfast enjoy a city sightseeing tour of Taipei. Starts with historical landmarks such as the Grand Hotel Taipei and National Palace Museum down to the classical Dadaocheng and Dihua Old Street. Later visit Chiang Kai-shek Memorial, Cheng-en Gate, Longshan Temple for its old charm and Ximending Commercial District and Taipei 101 Observatory for a modern experience.

DAY 3

Today after breakfast visit small towns in suburban Taipei with their charms and flavours. Yehliu Geopark will give you peace of mind and a breath of fresh air. Likewise, the Jiufen Village is one of them, a hillside town that was once prosperous during the boom of gold mining. End the tour with the fantastic view of Shifen Waterfall known as the little Niagara falls of Taiwan and experience the once-in-a-life-time Pingxi Sky Lantern releasing with your wish written on it to set into the sky.

DAY 4

After a leisurely breakfast explore the traditional market with your local cooking host to check on the fresh ingredients enjoy some samplings and be inspired. Later learn to cook simple traditional dishes with the guidance of your chef and enjoy the lunch. Afternoon visit and take a walk in Danshui Old Street, take a cruise to fisherman’s Wharf and enjoy the sunset.

DAY 5

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DAY 7

Today travel to Kenting National Park, visit Maopitou to find a rock along the coast resembling a kitty, Sail Rock, Oluanpi Light House, Long-Pan Park for a panoramic view of the coastline, the Pacific Ocean and Hengchun. Stay two nights in Kenting.

DAY 8

Enjoy your leisurely breakfast as the day is free for your activities. Rest and relax at the pool or beach and evening explore the Night Market.

DAY 9

After breakfast travel to Taitung via the south link highway to the southeast coast of Taiwan. En-route visit the Bunun and it’s a community that is trying to rebuild its aboriginal culture, tea farms and rice fields. Stay overnight at Chih-Pen.

DAY 10

Today travel to Taroko National Park along the East Coast and visit Xiaoyeliu, Water Running Up, Amis Folk Center, Sanxiantai, Baxian Cave (Cave of Eight Immortals), Shitiping (Stone Steps), Tropic of Cancer Marker, Baqi Gazebo, etc. Stay overnight in Taroko National Park.

DAY 11

After breakfast visit Tunnel of Nine Turns, Marble Bridge, Swallow Grotto, Eternal Spring Shrine, Taroko Gorge Gateway and Shakadang Trails. Later travel to Taipei via Suhua Highway and enroute stop at Qingshui Cliff for a magnificent view of the Pacific cliffs. Stay overnight in Taipei.

DAY 12

After breakfast tour finishes with a direct transfer to the Taipei airport.

Inclusion


11 nights accommodation,

Meals as specified

Transfers and sightseeing by private car with driver

English Speaking tour guide

Entrance fee to the Park and sights

Bottled water while on tour

Currently applicable taxes.

Exclusion


Any international or domestic airfares

Train fares other than specified in the what's included a section 

Airport taxes, visa & passport fees

Extra baggage charges

Early check-in or late checkout

Meals other than specified in the what's included a section

Tips & gratuities

Travel & medical insurance

Camera & video permits

Expenses incurred due to flight/train cancellation or delay

Any expense of a personal nature, like drinks, laundry, telephone calls, mini bar, postage etc

Any optional excursion or tour

Entry charges at monuments/forts etc

Any other expense not mentioned in the what's included sections

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