Taiwan Explorer

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Taiwan Explorer
Itinerary
Fly to Taipei
Fly from London to Taipei. (N)
Meal basis: As per itinerary – B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner, N: No meals
Taipei
Arrive and transfer to The Grand Hotel Taipei for 2 nights. (N)
Taipei
Guided city tour of Taipei, including visits to the National Palace Museum, National Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall, Taipei 101 Observatory, Martyrs’ Shrine and Longshan Temple. (B)
Train to Hualien
Take the express train from Taipei to Hualien. Transfer to the Lakeshore Hotel Taroko for your 2 night say. (B)
Visit Taroko Gorge
Full day to explore the remarkable Taroko Gorge. Visit the Eternal Spring shrine, the Swallow Grotto and the Xiangde Temple, or take a walk along the scenic Shakadang trail. (B)
To Taitung via the East Coast Scenic Area
Drive south through East Coast National Scenic Area to Taitung, stopping en route at various scenic viewpoints, the rock formations of Xiaoyeliu and Shitiping, and the Amis Folk Centre. Stay at Grand Hotel Lili for 3 nights. (B)
Explore the East Rift Valley
Today you will have time to explore the East Rift Valley with a private guide and vehicle, an area home to some of Taiwan’s aboriginal groups including the Amis, the Kavalan and the Bunun. Visits include the National Museum of Prehistory, the Bunun Tribal Leisure Farm and the Luye Plateau. (B)
Green Island
Take a day trip with your guide by ferry to Green Island, 33km off the coast near Taitung, which has some of Taiwan’s most beautiful scenery and a rugged terrain created by ancient volcanic activity. Tour around the island by private vehicle and walk along coastal trails and visit the Green Island Lighthouse for views out over the Pacific Ocean. (B)
Kenting
Drive south to the Kenting National Park, which shares the same latitude as Hawaii and is the southernmost point of Taiwan. The park protects an area of low-lying hills, limestone caves, forests and coastline. Stay 2 nights at the Gloria Manor. (B)
Kenting
Day at leisure.
Kaohsiung
Drive west to the port city of Kaohsiung via the Maolin Scenic Area and the wonder of "Purple Butterfly Valley." Stay 2 nights at Howard Plaza Hotel. (B)
Kaohsiung
Take a guided tour of the city visiting Shoushan Mountain, Chijin Island, a walk along Ren-Ai River and a visit to Ruei-Fong night market to browse souvenir stalls and sample local snacks. (B)
Taipei
Transfer to the train station and board a high-speed train for the journey north back to Taipei. Overnight at The Grand Hotel Taipei. (B)
Fly to the UK
Transfer to the airport and fly back to the UK. (B)
Meal basis: As per itinerary – B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner, N: No meals.
The Cox & Kings signature experiences
- Discover the beauty of Taiwan's wild East Coast National Scenic Area
- Learn about aboriginal culture & history
- Enjoy stunning scenery at the Taroko Gorge & Kenting National Park
- Explore the small volcanic Green Island
What's included
- International flights (and domestic flights if applicable)
- UK departure and overseas airport taxes
- Accommodation, itinerary & meal basis as described
- Local transfers and sightseeing by private vehicle
- English-speaking guide throughout
- Entrance fees where applicable
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