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From Taipei: 5-Day Best of Round Taiwan Island Tour

From Taipei: 5-Day Best of Round Taiwan Island Tour

Explore the natural wonders of Taiwan on a 5-day tour from Taipei. Visit Sun Moon Lake, walk with Buddhist monks at Fo Guang Shan Monastery, drive along the East Coast National Scenic Area, and more. Enjoy accommodation in 5-star hotels. Day 1: Taipei and Sun Moon Lake Following hotel pickup, drive to Sun Moon Lake, located in the lofty mountains of Central Taiwan. Stop at the Wenwu Temple, dedicated to Confucius as the Master of Pen and to Kuan Ti as the Master of Sword. Continue your sightseeing tour to the Ita Thao Village, Ci'en Pagoda and Xuanzhuang Temple. Stay overnight at Fleur De Chine Hotel in Sun Moon Lake (or Le Méridien Taichung in Taichung or similar). Day 2: Tainan and Kaohisung After breakfast at your hotel, hop on the bus and make your way to Tainan, the oldest city in Taiwan, celebrated for its abundance of historic buildings and profound historical heritage. Your adventure proceeds with a visit to Fort Zeelandia. After exploring Fort Zeelandia, take a leisurely walk along Anping Old Street. After lunch, your next destination is Kaohsiung. Upon your arrival, your first stop is the renowned Fo Guang Shan Monastery, founded by the Venerable Master Hsing Yun. During your visit, you’ll have the opportunity to engage with a knowledgeable monk who provides insights into the doctrines and development of Buddhism. Stay overnight at Grand Hilai Hotel in Kaohsiung (or similar). Day 3: Kenting and Taitung After breakfast, set out on your journey as you head south toward the border to explore Kenting National Park. Stop at the Eluanpi Lighthouse, Maopitou, Chuanfan Rock, and Longpan Park. Following your exploration of the park. Tonight, you’ll enjoy the pleasure of staying in a serene hot spring resort in Zhiben, Taitung Stay overnight at Hotel Royal Chihpen, Taitung (or similar). Day 4: East Coast, Hualien and Yilan After a good night’s sleep and a delectable breakfast, your 5-day tour in Taiwan continues as you journey along the east coast, known as the last unspoiled place of the island. Wherever you go, it never ceases to amaze you with its enchanting natural beauty. You’ll visit some of the most impressive scenic spots along the way, including Xiaoyeliu, Sanxiantai, and Shitiping, each boasting its own distinctive geological features. From Hualien to Yilan, you will experience one-way comfortable train ride. Stay overnight at Wellspring by Silks Jiaoxi (or similar). Day 5: Yilan and Taipei After enjoying hotel breakfast, get ready for the last day of your five-day island tour. Today, the guide will take you to visit the King Car Kavalan Whisky Distillery and the National Center for Traditional Arts. Conclude your unforgettable 5-day round island tour by taking bus back to Taipei City. You'll head back to Taipei and arrive at your hotel later in the afternoon.

From Taipei: Best of Taiwan 9-Day Trip with Accommodation

From Taipei: Best of Taiwan 9-Day Trip with Accommodation

Day 1 : Arriving at Taipei Upon arrival in Taipei, a tour representative will transfer you to the hotel for check-in. After check-in, you will have your own leisure time in the afternoon exploring Taipei. Day 2 : Taipei – Sun Moon Lake Today, head to Sun Moon Lake National Scenic Area, Taiwan's largest freshwater lake, shaped like the sun and crescent moon. After lunch, visit the Ita Thao village, Ci’en Pagoda, Xuanzang Temple, and Wenwu Temple. Enjoy a guided bus tour to learn about the area's natural beauty and rich indigenous culture. Day 3 : Sun Moon Lake – Tainan – Kaohsiung Today, begin at Fort Zeelandia, a fortress built by the Dutch East India Company. Afterward, stroll down Anping Old Street for local snacks like tofu pudding and shrimp rolls. Post-lunch, head to Kaohsiung to visit Fo Guang Shan Monastery, home to a towering 36-meter Buddha. A monk will share insights into Buddhism. Day 4 : Kaohsiung – Kenting – Taitung After breakfast, visit Kenting National Park for its coastal geology. Explore Maopitou, Chuanfan Rock, and Eluanpi Lighthouse, then head to Taitung for a relaxing stay at Chihpen’s hot spring resort. Day 5 : Taitung – East Coast – Yilan After breakfast, explore Taiwan's east coast with stops at Xiaoyeliu, Sanxiantai, Shitiping, and Fanshuliao for stunning geological features like sea erosion terraces and picturesque canyons. End your day with an overnight stay in Jiaoxi, Yilan County. Day 6 : Yilan – Taipei Visit the King Car Kavalan Whisky Distillery for award-winning whiskies crafted with pure mountain water. Then, explore Taiwan’s heritage at the National Center for Traditional Arts with exhibitions, performances, and workshops. Day 7 : Taipei – Yehliu – Jiufen – Pingxi Today, explore Taiwan’s north and northeast coasts. Visit Yehliu Geopark, famous for rock formations like the “Queen’s Head”, followed by Jiufen, a former gold mining village where you can enjoy local foods like Taro Balls. Then, visit Shifen Waterfall, and release sky lanterns at Shifen Station. Day 8 : Taipei Spend one day free & easy at your leisure to explore the city of Taipei. Day 9 : Leaving Taipei After breakfast, you will be picked up at your hotel lobby to the airport 4 hours before your flight departure.

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Sansientai Island: Our most recommended tours and activities

From Taipei: 5-Day Best of Round Taiwan Island Tour

From Taipei: 5-Day Best of Round Taiwan Island Tour

Explore the natural wonders of Taiwan on a 5-day tour from Taipei. Visit Sun Moon Lake, walk with Buddhist monks at Fo Guang Shan Monastery, drive along the East Coast National Scenic Area, and more. Enjoy accommodation in 5-star hotels. Day 1: Taipei and Sun Moon Lake Following hotel pickup, drive to Sun Moon Lake, located in the lofty mountains of Central Taiwan. Stop at the Wenwu Temple, dedicated to Confucius as the Master of Pen and to Kuan Ti as the Master of Sword. Continue your sightseeing tour to the Ita Thao Village, Ci'en Pagoda and Xuanzhuang Temple. Stay overnight at Fleur De Chine Hotel in Sun Moon Lake (or Le Méridien Taichung in Taichung or similar). Day 2: Tainan and Kaohisung After breakfast at your hotel, hop on the bus and make your way to Tainan, the oldest city in Taiwan, celebrated for its abundance of historic buildings and profound historical heritage. Your adventure proceeds with a visit to Fort Zeelandia. After exploring Fort Zeelandia, take a leisurely walk along Anping Old Street. After lunch, your next destination is Kaohsiung. Upon your arrival, your first stop is the renowned Fo Guang Shan Monastery, founded by the Venerable Master Hsing Yun. During your visit, you’ll have the opportunity to engage with a knowledgeable monk who provides insights into the doctrines and development of Buddhism. Stay overnight at Grand Hilai Hotel in Kaohsiung (or similar). Day 3: Kenting and Taitung After breakfast, set out on your journey as you head south toward the border to explore Kenting National Park. Stop at the Eluanpi Lighthouse, Maopitou, Chuanfan Rock, and Longpan Park. Following your exploration of the park. Tonight, you’ll enjoy the pleasure of staying in a serene hot spring resort in Zhiben, Taitung Stay overnight at Hotel Royal Chihpen, Taitung (or similar). Day 4: East Coast, Hualien and Yilan After a good night’s sleep and a delectable breakfast, your 5-day tour in Taiwan continues as you journey along the east coast, known as the last unspoiled place of the island. Wherever you go, it never ceases to amaze you with its enchanting natural beauty. You’ll visit some of the most impressive scenic spots along the way, including Xiaoyeliu, Sanxiantai, and Shitiping, each boasting its own distinctive geological features. From Hualien to Yilan, you will experience one-way comfortable train ride. Stay overnight at Wellspring by Silks Jiaoxi (or similar). Day 5: Yilan and Taipei After enjoying hotel breakfast, get ready for the last day of your five-day island tour. Today, the guide will take you to visit the King Car Kavalan Whisky Distillery and the National Center for Traditional Arts. Conclude your unforgettable 5-day round island tour by taking bus back to Taipei City. You'll head back to Taipei and arrive at your hotel later in the afternoon.

From Taipei: Best of Taiwan 9-Day Trip with Accommodation

From Taipei: Best of Taiwan 9-Day Trip with Accommodation

Day 1 : Arriving at Taipei Upon arrival in Taipei, a tour representative will transfer you to the hotel for check-in. After check-in, you will have your own leisure time in the afternoon exploring Taipei. Day 2 : Taipei – Sun Moon Lake Today, head to Sun Moon Lake National Scenic Area, Taiwan's largest freshwater lake, shaped like the sun and crescent moon. After lunch, visit the Ita Thao village, Ci’en Pagoda, Xuanzang Temple, and Wenwu Temple. Enjoy a guided bus tour to learn about the area's natural beauty and rich indigenous culture. Day 3 : Sun Moon Lake – Tainan – Kaohsiung Today, begin at Fort Zeelandia, a fortress built by the Dutch East India Company. Afterward, stroll down Anping Old Street for local snacks like tofu pudding and shrimp rolls. Post-lunch, head to Kaohsiung to visit Fo Guang Shan Monastery, home to a towering 36-meter Buddha. A monk will share insights into Buddhism. Day 4 : Kaohsiung – Kenting – Taitung After breakfast, visit Kenting National Park for its coastal geology. Explore Maopitou, Chuanfan Rock, and Eluanpi Lighthouse, then head to Taitung for a relaxing stay at Chihpen’s hot spring resort. Day 5 : Taitung – East Coast – Yilan After breakfast, explore Taiwan's east coast with stops at Xiaoyeliu, Sanxiantai, Shitiping, and Fanshuliao for stunning geological features like sea erosion terraces and picturesque canyons. End your day with an overnight stay in Jiaoxi, Yilan County. Day 6 : Yilan – Taipei Visit the King Car Kavalan Whisky Distillery for award-winning whiskies crafted with pure mountain water. Then, explore Taiwan’s heritage at the National Center for Traditional Arts with exhibitions, performances, and workshops. Day 7 : Taipei – Yehliu – Jiufen – Pingxi Today, explore Taiwan’s north and northeast coasts. Visit Yehliu Geopark, famous for rock formations like the “Queen’s Head”, followed by Jiufen, a former gold mining village where you can enjoy local foods like Taro Balls. Then, visit Shifen Waterfall, and release sky lanterns at Shifen Station. Day 8 : Taipei Spend one day free & easy at your leisure to explore the city of Taipei. Day 9 : Leaving Taipei After breakfast, you will be picked up at your hotel lobby to the airport 4 hours before your flight departure.

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Truly enjoyed my experience! Managed to tour the whole island without needing to worry about accommodation and entrance fees. My tour guide - Alan Chou, was phenomenal! His explanations in both mandarin and English were well done and he made sure to engage with the whole group & made each of us feel seen and appreciated. He’s such a friendly and caring tour guide and I couldn’t have asked for a better one! Truly loved every moment of it! And for someone who hasn’t been to Taiwan before, this is a great tour to join! I will definitely join this again in the years to come if I visit Taiwan in future. Thank you Alan for making this a great, memorable and remarkable tour. And thank you to the tour members for making it fun and enjoyable!

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Ciao is an excellent guide, extremely well prepared and who was able to share the history of Taiwan, the culture of the country by illustrating it with personal anecdotes.

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Alan was a very good tour guide and kept us all entertained! The driver also drove safely and got us to our destinations on time. Will be back for more tours with Edison!

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Great hotels. Good mix of activities and attractions. Our guide Alan Chou was excellent, very entertaining, great English and very informative on local Taiwan life

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We would also have liked to see the Kaoshiung museum at the back, not just the monastery.