Taiwan: The Beautiful Island
Itinerary
Arrive in Taiwan's capital and transfer to The Landis.
Enjoy a full-day tour of Taipei, taking in the National Palace Museum, Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall and Longshan Temple. Later enjoy a welcome dinner.
Drive to the village of Beipu, home to members of the Hakka community. See their vernacular architecture and sample Hakka food, then continue to Sun Moon Lake.
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 island's most spectacular mountainous regions. Take a walking tour.
Catch an early ride on the Alishan Forest Railway to see the sunrise (weather permitting) from the summit of Mount Alishan. After breakfast, drive to the mountain town of Zhuqi. Continue to Tainan to visit Fort Anping and historic Yanping Street. Then visit Fo Guang Shan, Taiwan's largest Buddhist monastery.
Rise early and join the monks for their traditional morning prayers. Drive south to Kenting National Park, an area of low-lying hills, limestone caves, dense forests and fine beaches. Explore the park on foot, then head north towards Taitung.
Drive north through the East Coast National Scenic Area towards Hualien.
Morning visit to the Taroko Gorge. Drive to Taipei with a stop at Kavalan Whiskey Distillery for a tour and tasting. Later, attend a farewell dinner at a Michelin-starred restaurant. Stay overnight at The Landis.
Head to the Yangmingshan National Park. Enjoy the landmark Flower Clock, lakes and pavilions. In the afternoon, walk to Beitou Park and Xinbeitou Historic Station, a Japanese-built wooden railway station.
Tour ends in Taipei.
Trip Inclusions
- Discover ancient treasures at the National Palace Museum
- Enjoy a farewell dinner at a Michelin-star restaurant
- Discover traditional Hakka culture at Beipu village
- Take a tour of a Buddhist monastery
- Catch a 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.
- *Overnight stays at the monastery are subject to availability and a night at a nearby hotel may be provided instead.
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