Taiwan: The Beautiful Island
Overview
Itinerary
Arrive in Taipei and check in to The Landis (or similar) for 2 nights. Our travel specialists will be delighted to assist with flight arrangements if required.
Full-day tour of Taipei, including the National Palace Museum, Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall, the Martyrs' Shrine and Longshan Temple. Attend a welcome dinner this evening.
Drive south to the village of Beipu, home to members of the Hakka ethnic minority. See the traditional architecture and sample Hakka food, then continue to Sun Moon Lake for a 2-night stay at the Einhan Taihe.
Take a private boat excursion on the lake, then visit the Wenwu Temple and the Tse-en Pagoda.
Drive to the Alishan Forest Park, one of the most spectacular mountainous regions of Taiwan. Afternoon walking tour of the park. Overnight at Alishan House.
Early morning ride on the Alishan Forest Railway to see the sunrise (weather permitting) from the summit of Mount Alishan. After breakfast, drive to the charming mountain township of Zhuqi, and take a stroll down historic Fenchihu Old Street. Continue to Tainan to visit Fort Anping and historic Yanping Street. Then proceed to Fo Guang Shan, the largest Buddhist monastery in Taiwan. Stay overnight at the Fo Guang Shan Monastery Guesthouse*.
Rise early and join the monks for morning prayers. Drive south to Kenting National Park, which protects an area of low-lying hills, limestone caves, forests and beaches. Explore the park on foot, then head north towards Taitung. Stay 1 night at the Formosan Naruwan Hotel & Resort (or similar) and enjoy the hot-spring facilities.
Drive north through the East Coast National Scenic Area towards Hualien, and stay 1 night at Lakeshore Hotel Hualien.
Morning visit to the remarkable Taroko Gorge. Drive to Taipei with a stop at Kavalan Whiskey Distillery for a tour and tasting. Stay overnight at The Landis. Tonight, attend a farewell dinner at a Michelin-star restaurant.
Tour ends in Taipei.
Trip Inclusions
- Discover ancient Chinese treasures at the National Palace Museum
- Farewell dinner at a Michelin-star restaurant
- Discover traditional Hakka culture at Beipu village
- Guided tour of a Buddhist monastery
- Private boat excursion on Sun Moon Lake
- 4 & 5 star accommodation
- Flexible - extensions available
- Transfers in air-conditioned vehicles
- 8 breakfasts, 1 lunch & 4 dinners
- Experienced local tour manager
- Guided sightseeing & entrance fees
- Welcome & farewell dinners
- Porterage at hotels and train stations
- Small group size - average 14 people (max 18)
- Itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
- Price is for land, cruise and specified internal flights. International flights not included.
Operator
Cox & Kings groups rarely exceed 18 guests, and ninety percent of journeys have at least one guaranteed departure date, letting you plan with peace of mind.
Cox & Kings tours feature deep, authentic local experiences that reveal hidden truths and cultural secrets about each destination.
Cox & Kings partners with charming hotels that are comfortable and capture the essence of their surroundings, whether it’s a historic, characterful building, or an ideally placed location.
All Cox & Kings tours are guided and supported by experienced locals, who use their knowledge and on-the-ground relationships to improve and deepen the travel experience.
Dates & Pricing
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