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Taipei
Taipei
9 days
Maximum 16
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About your trip
This island nation off China’s east coast is a little paradise waiting to be discovered, from its modern Asian metropolises to stunning coastlines, luscious forests and epic mountain peaks. Taiwan boasts a rich cultural heritage, blending indigenous cultures with Chinese and Japanese influences, much like the country’s incredible food scene, which extends itself to bustling street food markets and authentic local restaurants. Our loop trip highlights the lot, starting and ending in the capital, Taipei. You’ll visit Sun Moon Lake and the beaches of Qixingtan, explore the diverse cities of Tainan, Taichung, Kaohsiung and Hualien, as well as embarking on an unforgettable range of cultural, culinary and adventurous activities, from releasing lanterns to cooking classes and lakeside cycles. Not bad for just one island, right?
Trip Highlights
- Indulge on street food delights in Taipei’s night markets
- Explore the stunning serenity of Sun Moon Lake
- Slurp down traditional beverages at a tea factory tasting session
- Dine on local delicacies in Taiwan’s underrated culinary capital
- Discover the quirky pagodas, luscious nature parks and artsy spaces of Kaohsiung City
- Take part in a soulful sky lantern release on Shifen Old Street
- Get the lowdown on Taiwanese cuisine on a Taipei cooking masterclass
Your Itinerary
What's Included
- 8 nights accommodation
- Train tickets
- 8 breakfasts
- 5 lunches
- 5 dinners
- Local Insider
- Welcome meeting
- Taipei City tour
- Taichung City tour
- Fengjia Night Market visit
- Sun Moon Lake boat cruise
- Wenwu Temple visit
- Ho Ho Cha Tea Factory tasting
- Confucius Temple visit
- Tainan City tour
- Kaohsiung City tour
- Shoushan National Nature Park visit
- Formosa Boulevard Station visit
- Visit to Qixingtan
- Jiufen & Shifen tour
- Shifen Old Street Sky Lantern Experience
- Taipei 101 Building photo stop
- Evening at Raohe Night Market
- Taiwanese cooking experience & lunch
- The Grand Hotel visit
- Guard changing ceremony at Martyrs' Shrine
- National Palace Museum visit
What's Not Included
- Visas
- Travel insurance
- Hotel transfers (unless otherwise stated in the Included Activities section above)
Customer Reviews
Accommodation
Hu House Taipei
This stylish, modern city hotel near Tamsui River and in the heart of Taipei is ideal for a few days exploring Taiwan’s vibrant capital city. The rooms are crisp and classic, the staff are super friendly and at breakfast you can opt for both Western and Eastern style breakfasts.
Park Lane Inn, Taichung
Enjoy home comforts with all the benefits of hotel living at this charming spot in the middle of Taichung’s well connected commercial district. Many rooms boast rather spectacular views of the city’s skyline, which look particularly special as nighttime descends.
CitySuites Kaohsiung Chenai, Kaohsiung
The harbourside location of this modern hotel is extremely desirable for a stay in Kaohsiung. Find yourself within walking distance of some of the city’s best sights, not to mention an array of excellent bars and restaurants. Although your food and drink desires can all be satisfied within the hotel, thanks to two lovely restaurants and a stunning rooftop Sky Bar.
Park City Hotel (H), Hualien
Our second Park City Hotel stay will be in Hualien City, and this branch places equal importance on creating a cosy, natural space for visitors to relax in the heart of the city. The beds are super comfy, and the room design is calming, with a lovely flow of sunlights coming in through the windows. Breakfast can be enjoyed either in the Park Cafe & Lounge or in Delicacy Restaurant, while downtime can be spent mastering your game skills in the Chess Room.