Taiwan

Taiwan is a place that is filled with hidden finds. Many have said it is a must-visit destination if you’re looking for an adventure off-the-beaten-path and natural beauty. It’s one of the best destinations in Asia to travel for food, hiking and culture. This country is a buffet of different influences, from ornate temples to Japanese-influenced mansions, standing alongside indigenous villages. It’s easy to see why this country has been called ilha formosa - ‘beautiful island’.

Taiwan Round Island Tour

  • Day 1: U.S.-Taipei

    Depart U.S. for Taipei

    Day 2: Taipei

    Arrive Taipei, transfer to your hotel.

    Accommodation: Gala Hotel.

  • A tour of Taipei and its surrounding areas. Visit Chung Ching Park and Keelung Harbor; see the Fairy Shoe and Lover’s Rock and other rock formations at Yehliu. Return to Taipei for lunch; then visit the Chiang Kai Shek Memorial, National Palace Museum, Martyrs’ Shrine, and Taipei Handicraft Center. (B/L)

  • Travel to Taichung by train and onward to Sun Moon Lake located in the middle of the island about 700 meters above sea level. Visit Wen Wu Temple which is dedicated to Confucius; and Holy Monk Shrine. (B/L)

    Accommodation: Del Lago Hotel.

  • Travel south to Tainan, the oldest city in Taiwan. Visit Koxinga Shrine, Chihkan Lou, and Chi Mei Museum. Onward to Kaohsiung, the largest city in Southern Taiwan. Visit Spring & Autumn Pavilions, Dragon & Tiger Pagoda, Lotus Lake, and Love River. (B/L)

    Accommodation: Howard Plaza Hotel.

  • Travel east to Taitung via Kenting National Park, Taiwan’s only tropical national park with remarking landscapes and vegetation. Onward to Taitung via the scenic Southern Highway. (B/L)

    Accommodation: Naruwan Hotel.

  • Travel to Hualien by train and onward to the beautiful Taroko National Park and Taroko Gorge. Visiting Evergreen Shrine, Swallow Grotto, Nine Turns of Tunnels, Marble Bridge, Tienshiang, and Marble factory. Return to Taipei by train. (B/L)

    Accommodation: Gala Hotel.

  • Day 08: Taipei-US

    Depart Taipei for US (B)

Ilha Formosa Tour

  • Day 1: U.S.-Taipei

    Depart U.S. for Taipei.

    Day 2: Taipei

    Arrive Taipei, transfer to your hotel.

    Accommodation: Gala Hotel.

  • Tour of Taipei and its surrounding areas. Visit Chung Ching Park and Keelung Harbor; see the Fairy Shoe and Lover's Rock and other rock formations at Yehliu. Return to Taipei, and visit the Chiang Kai Shek Memorial, National Palace Museum, Martyrs' Shrine, and Handicraft Center. (B)

  • Morning tour to the cultural town of Puli; then proceed to Sun Moon Lake. Visit the Wen Wu Temple (Literature Warrior Temple), Tehua Village, Tse-En Pagoda, and Holy Monk Shrine. (B)

    Accommodation: Fleur de Chine Sun Moon Lake.

  • Depart Sun Moon Lake for the famous Alishan, stroll along forested paths, and visit the Sister Ponds and Three-Generation Trees. Onward to the city of Chiayi in the afternoon. (B)

    Accommodation: Nice Prince Hotel Chiayi.

  • Visit the city of Lukang famous for its art and handicraft products, especially bamboo items; and its Taiwanese architecture. Onward to Taipei in the afternoon.

    Accommodation: Gala Hotel.

  • Morning flight to Hualien, visit the Taroko National Park, Evergreen Shrine, Swallow Grotto, Nine Turns of Tunnels, Marble Bridge, Tienshiang and Marble Factory, and the Hualien Stone Sculptural Park. Return to Taipei from Hualien by train. (B)

  • Day 8: Taipei

    Day free for you to explore Taipei at your own pace. (B)

    Day 9: Taipei-U.S.

    Transfer to airport for departure. (B)