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Dear Valued Travelers,
Unfortunately, we must inform you that due to the recent 7.2 magnitude earthquake on April 3, 2024, resulting in significant damage to Taroko National Park’s infrastructure, our 8-day tour including the park in its itinerary will be revised for safety reasons. Your well-being is our top priority, and we deeply appreciate your understanding and support during this challenging period. As we witness Taiwan’s resilience and commend the swift actions of its rescue teams and recovery teams, rest assured, we’re fully committed to ensuring your safety and delivering an exceptional experience. We kindly ask for your patience as we work to rearrange the itinerary, aiming to preserve Taiwan’s beauty and cultural richness. We’ll keep you informed of any updates and eagerly anticipate the opportunity to welcome you back to experience the splendor of Taroko National Park once again.
Sincerely,
Get Me To Taiwan Tour Planning Team
About this activity
| Operation Day | Sat |
| Departure | Pick up from the airport |
| Duration | 8 Days |
| Accommodation in Taipei | Please select your hotel in Taipei: – 5-star hotel: Regent Taipei, Hotel Palais de Chine Taipei, Marriott Taipei or equivalent – 4-star hotel: Howard Plaza Hotel, The Landis Taipei or equivalent – 3-star hotel: Caesar Metro Taipei, Riviera Hotel Taipei, Sonnien Hotel or equivalent |
| Group Size | Public Tour; Guaranteed departure with a minimum of 1 participant |
| Language | English / Mandarin |
Overview
This is a comprehensive tour of Taiwan that includes private shuttle service to and from the airport, a 5-day tour around the island, and a half-day tour of Taipei. On your arrival and departure days (Day 1 and Day 8), there are no activities planned, giving you some time to relax and get accustomed to Taiwan before beginning your guided tour on Day 2.
On Day 3 through Day 7, you visit the island’s most beautiful and intriguing sites on a comprehensive around-the-island trip. Each night outside of Taipei will be spent in a 5-star hotel to ensure you are well rested for the next day of adventure and exploration!
While traveling around the island, you will stop at Sun Moon Lake, Kenting National Park, the East Coast National Scenic Area and Taroko National Park, which are some of Taiwan’s most precious natural wonders. But stunning natural landscapes are only half of the tour, Taiwan is also home to a rich culture and features beautiful ancient architecture. The tour’s cultural destinations include Ci’en Pagoda, Fort Zeelandia, Fo Guang Shan Monastery, Eluanbi Lighthouse and more, each of which will bring you closer to understanding the island’s complex but wonderful history.
Highlight
- Marvel at the biggest marble gorge in the world—Taroko Gorge
- Immerse yourself in the stunning landscapes and rich culture of Sun Moon Lake
- Discover the unique landforms and biodiversity of Kenting National Park
- Explore the East Coast National Scenic Area, where wilderness and natural beauty are right by the road
- Travel around Taiwan in luxury while staying at 3-star, 4-star or 5-star hotels
- Guaranteed departure with a minimum of 1 participant
- Private airport shuttle for arrival and departure
- Two extra days to explore Taipei
Description
Day 1
Arrival
Upon arrival at Taoyuan International Airport (TPE), you will be met by a private car (no guide) and driven to your hotel. The remainder of the day will be free.
Overnight: Hotel selected by client.
Day 2
Half-Day Taipei City Tour
Our first stop will be Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall, one of Taipei’s most famous landmarks. This monument was built in memory of President Chiang Kai-shek. After that, we will stop by the impressive 5-star Grand Hotel Taipei, famous for its classical architecture, for a quick photography break. On the way, the tour guide will briefly introduce the Presidential Office Building. The tour will then continue on to the Martyrs’ Shrine where we will view the changing-of-the-guard ceremony. Today’s final stop will be the world-famous National Palace Museum. The museum only displays a fraction of its grand collection of Chinese artifacts—which spans multiple Chinese dynasties and over 700,000 pieces—at a time, guaranteeing every trip is worthwhile and unique.
Overnight: Hotel selected by client.
Day 3
Taipei / Sun Moon Lake
The day will begin when you are picked up from the lobby of your hotel in Taipei City. We will drive into the mountains of Central Taiwan to Taiwan’s famous sub-alpine retreat, Sun Moon Lake. Our first stop will be the famous Wenwu Temple, dedicated to the Master of Pen, Confucius, and the Master of Sword, Kuan Ti. Today’s other stops will include Ita Thao Indigenous Village, Xuanzhuang Temple and Cien Pagoda. After touring around Sun Moon Lake, we will check into tonight’s hotel. Tonight, you will spend the night in a charming 5-star resort hotel on Sun Moon Lake or in the vibrant heart of Taichung.
Overnight: Fleur de Chine Hotel – Mountain View Room(5*), Sun Moon Lake or Le Méridien Taichung, Taichung (5*) or equivalent
Day 4
Sun Moon Lake / Tainan / Kaohsiung
Your journey continues with a visit to Fort Zeelandia, constructed by the Dutch East India Company during their 38-year reign over western Taiwan. After exploring Fort Zeelandia, take a leisurely stroll along Anping Old Street. Anping Old Street is Taiwan’s first officially named street and is renowned for its local specialties such as tofu pudding, shrimp rolls, fish skin dishes, beef soup, and more. Make sure to savor the city’s signature delicacies. After lunch you will head to Kaohsiung. You will visit the renowned Fo Guang Shan Monastery (FGS), the monastery is best known for its Great Buddha Land, which features a majestic 36-meter-tall golden statue of Buddha Amitabha, standing as the tallest standing Buddha in Southeast Asia. During your visit, you’ll have the opportunity to interact with a knowledgeable monk who can provide insights into the doctrines and development of Buddhism. Tonight’s stay will be in a centrally located 5-star hotel. The hotel will feature easy access to convenience stores and drug stores. In your free time, you can shop around or and get extra supplies.
Overnight: Grand Hi-Lai Hotel, Kaohsiung (5*) or equivalent
Day 5
Kaohsiung / Kenting / Taitung
In the morning, we will travel to Kenting National Park in Taiwan’s tropical south. The park’s primary attractions are located along its 60 kilometers of coral-rimmed shoreline. We will stop at: Eluanbi Lighthouse, Maobitou, Chuanfan Rock and Longpan Park. We will continue driving up the East Coast to Taitung via the Southern Link Highway. Tonight you will stay in a 5-star hot spring resort in Zhiben (Jhihben), Taitung County. Zhiben is a hot spring town famous for its hot spring water which improves circulation and relieves muscle fatigue.
Overnight: Hotel Royal Chihpen, Taitung (5*) or equivalent
Day 6
Taitung / East Coast National Scenic Area / Hualien
Today, we will tour the 170-kilometer stretch of shoreline along Taiwan’s pristine East Coast, passing through the East Coast National Scenic Area. The coastal landforms here have been produced by a unique combination of weathering and erosion. Today we will stop at Xiaoyeliu, Sanxiantai, Shitiping, Fanshuliao, as well as a marble factory and exhibition hall. In the afternoon, we will proceed to Xincheng and spend the night inside or just outside of Taroko National Park.
Overnight: Hotel Silks Place Taroko – Garden View Room , Hualien (5*) or equivalent
Day 7
Hualien / Taroko Gorge / Qingshui Cliff / Taipei
After breakfast, we will visit Taroko National Park. Today, you’ll have the opportunity to explore some of the park’s most famous attractions, including Cimu Bridge, the Tunnel of Nine Turns, Buluowan Suspension Bridge, Eternal Spring Shrine (Changchun Temple), Swallow Grotto Trail, and Qingshui Cliff. First we will visit Cimu Bridge. The name “Cimu” directly translates to “loving mother,” as a homage to a touching story of maternal love. Next attraction will be the Tunnel of Nine Turns, considered the most picturesque section of Taroko Gorge. Coming up is the Swallow Grotto Trail. The distinctive potholes on the cliff surface were formed by the combination of groundwater and the swift-flowing river. These natural formations were once the favored nesting spots for swallows, giving the trail its name. Buluowan Suspension Bridge offers visitors a remarkable vantage point to witness the twists and turns of the Liwu River. Your next stop is Eternal Spring Shrine, a memorial shrine to commemorate the 225 personnel (military veterans) who lost their lives during the construction of the Central Cross-Island Highway. After spending the day in Taroko National Park, we will make a final stop at the Qingshui Cliffs before driving back to Taipei.
Overnight: Hotel selected by client.
Day 8
Departure
You will be shuttled to the airport by private car (no guide) at your desired time.
Inclusions
- Professional licensed tour guide (Mandarin / English)
- Round-trip private airport transfer (driver only)
- Local transfer by air-conditioned vehicle
- 7 nights accommodation in 3-star, 4-star or 5-star hotels
- Hotel breakfast*7
- Entrance tickets
- Local general liabilities insurance
Exclusions
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Gratuities
Remarks
- Tour commentary will be provided in Mandarin and English.
- Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by adults.
- Infants must sit on laps and share existing bedding with adults.
- 2 people will share 1 twin room; for an odd number of individuals, 3 people will share 1 triple room.
- The sequence and time of stay at tour stops might be adjusted according to the traffic/weather conditions.
- Please provide your SMS contact info or e-mail address. We will contact you directly and advise the pick-up time.
- If the tour has to be canceled due to bad weather, the tour operation will contact you no later than the evening before the excursion day by e-mail or SMS.
- Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes earlier than the pick-up time.
- This tour is not recommended for wheelchair users and people with physical disabilities.
Rescheduling, Cancelations and Refunds
If you need to cancel or reschedule the activity for any reason, please contact us via email at info@getmetotaiwan.com. If you have any other questions, feel free to get in touch.
Cancelations made 11 days or more prior to time of departure – 100% of tour price refunded.
Cancelations made 7-10 days prior to time of departure – 50% of tour price refunded.
Cancelations made 6 days or less prior to time of departure – no refunds will be given.
Please be aware Taiwan Time is (UTC +8 CST)
Activity provider: Edison Tours
