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Day 1 – Arrival in Taipei

• Airport meet and greet, followed by scenic transfer to Taipei City Centre with views of Taipei 101. Hotel check-in and time to refresh.
• Visit Taipei 101 Observatory for panoramic city views. Explore lively Raohe Night Market and sample local street delicacies
• Evening at leisure

Day 2 – Taipei City Highlights

• Visit Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall and stroll along historic Dihua Street
• Discover Lin An Tai Historical House
• Explore treasures at National Palace Museum
• Evening exploration at Shilin Night Market

Day 3 – Northern Coast Excursion

• Explore unique rock formations at Yehliu Geopark
• Visit the striking Golden Waterfall and the atmospheric Thirteen Levels Ruins
• Wander through charming Jiufen old streets
• Discover Shifen: View Shifen Waterfall and release a traditional sky lantern
• Return to Taipei and evening at leisure

Day 4 – Departure from Taipei

• Visit Mitsui Outlet Park Linkou for shopping and dining
• Transfer to airport for onward flight

Day 1 – Taipei – Sun Moon Lake

• Transfer to Taipei Main Station and take the bullet train to Taichung
• Scenic drive to Sun Moon Lake in Nantou County. Visit Wen Wu Temple for panoramic lake views. Explore Ita Thao Village. Discover indigenous culture and local crafts
• Cable car to Formosan Aboriginal Culture Village
• Cycle along the picturesque Sun Moon Lake trail

Day 2 – Sun Moon Lake – Alishan

• Breakfast and private transfer to Alishan
• Visit a tea plantation and experience a traditional tea ceremony
• Explore Fenqihu Old Street and sample bamboo shoot rice

Day 3 – Alishan – Tainan

• Explore Alishan National Forest Recreation Area (Sister Pond and forest trails)
• Ride the historic Alishan Forest Railway
• Walk the Scenic Giant Tree Trail
• Train to Tainan

Day 4 – Tainan – Kaohsiung

• Free exploration of historic Tainan
• Discover Anping Old Street, Anping Fort and Tree House
• Visit the Confucius Temple
• Explore Fo Guang Shan Buddha Museum
• High-speed train to Kaohsiung

Day 5 – Kaohsiung – Taitung

• Morning at leisure in Kaohsiung
• Optional visit to Dragon and Tiger Pagodas and Pier-2 Art Centre
• Train to Taitung
• Explore Sanxiantai and Xiaoyeliu coastal landscapes
• Check-in at Chihpen hot spring area

Day 6 – Taitung – Yilan

• Scenic Tze-Chiang Express train to Luodong
• Free time for outdoor experiences
• Optional ATV beach adventure or scallion farm visit

Day 7 – Yilan – Taipei

• Visit National Center for Traditional Arts and tour Kavalan Distillery
• Return to Taipei 

Day 8 – Departure from Taipei

• Private transfer to airport for your departure

Day 1 – Arrival in Taipei

• Scenic drive past Grand Hotel Taipei and Taipei 101
• Introduction to Taiwan’s rich culinary heritage
• Evening at leisure

Day 2 – Taipei City Highlights

• Visit Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall
• Explore the National Palace Museum
• Observe the changing of the guard at National Revolutionary Martyrs’ Shrine
• Discover historic Lungshan Temple

Day 3 – Northern Coast Excursion

• Explore surreal rock formations at Yehliu Geopark
• Wander the atmospheric lanes of Jiufen and visit the Gold Museum
• Photo stop at Golden Waterfall
• Release sky lanterns in Shifen

Day 4 – Taipei – Sun Moon Lake

• Independent journey by public bus to Sun Moon Lake
• Visit Wen Wu Temple
• Optional lake boat ride
• Explore Ita Thao (Te Hua) Village

Day 5 – Sun Moon Lake

• Optional cable car to Formosan Aboriginal Culture Village
• Leisurely cycling along scenic lakeside trail

Day 6 – Sun Moon Lake – Alishan

• Explore Alishan National Forest Recreation Area
• Walk around Sister Pond and along the Giant Tree Trails
• Ride the historic Alishan Forest Railway

Day 7 – Alishan

• Optional early sunrise above the sea of clouds
• Free day for forest walks and mountain scenery

Day 8 – Alishan – Kaohsiung

• Scenic descent to Chiayi and train to Kaohsiung, visit Dragon and Tiger Pagodas
• Explore Fo Guang Shan Buddha Museum and discover creative vibes at Pier-2 Art Centre
• Optional visit to Wutai Tribal Village

Day 9 – Kaohsiung / Optional Tainan

• Free exploration in Kaohsiung
• Optional excursion to Tainan
• Visit Anping Fort and Tree House and a boat ride through Sicao Green Tunnel
• Explore Tainan Confucius Temple

Day 10 – Kaohsiung – Kenting

• Morning at leisure in Kaohsiung
• Scenic bus journey to Kenting and enjoy beachside evening

Day 11 – Kenting

• Visit Kenting National Park
• Explore Eluanbi Lighthouse and relax at Nanwan (South Bay) Beach

Day 12 – Kenting – Departure

• Bus to Kaohsiung. High-speed rail northbound
• Transfer to Taoyuan Airport

Day 1 – Arrival in Taipei

• Scenic drive past the elegant Grand Hotel Taipei and the iconic Taipei 101
• Introduction to Taiwan’s rich and diverse culinary culture
• Evening at leisure to relax or explore Taipei’s vibrant food scene

Day 2 – Taipei City Discovery

• Visit the grand Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall
• Explore historic Lungshan Temple and nearby Herb Lane
• Ascend Taipei 101 Observatory Deck for sweeping city views
• Discover imperial treasures at the renowned National Palace Museum
• Evening street-food adventure at Shilin Night Market

Day 3 – Yangmingshan & Northern Coast

• Explore the volcanic landscapes of Yangmingshan National Park and visit the colourful Flower Clock
• See steaming vents and sulfur deposits at Xiaoyoukeng
• Discover dramatic coastal formations at Yehliu Geopark
• Wander lantern-lined streets of charming Jiufen

Day 4 – Taipei to Hualien

• Scenic coastal drive along Taiwan’s eastern shoreline
• Admire breathtaking ocean views at Qingshui Cliff
• Explore artistic exhibits at Hualien County Stone Sculpture Museum
• Sunset stroll along the pebble shores of Qixingtan Beach

Day 5 – Taroko Gorge Exploration

• Full-day nature adventure in Taroko National Park
• Walk the scenic Shakadang Trail beside turquoise rivers
• Visit the picturesque Eternal Spring Shrine
• Marvel at towering marble cliffs along the Tunnel of Nine Turns and Swallow Grotto

Day 6 – Hualien to Chihpen

• Scenic East Coast journey south toward Taitung
• Photo stop at historic Old Donghe Bridge
• Discover artistic surf town of Dulan
• Explore coastal rock formations at Xiaoyeliu Geopark
• Relax in soothing hot springs at Chihpen

–Day 7 – Taitung to Kenting

• Visit prehistoric sea caves at Bashian Caves
• Stroll across the iconic bridge at Sanxiantai
• Explore the fishing town of Chenggong
• Photo stop at the scenic Duoliang Train Station
• Visit southern landmark Eluanbi Lighthouse

Day 8 – Kenting Leisure Day

• Relax on the beaches of Kenting National Park
• Free time to explore coastal scenery and tropical landscapes

Day 9 – Kenting to Kaohsiung

• Travel north to vibrant Kaohsiung
• Visit colourful Dragon and Tiger Pagodas at Lotus Lake
• Explore creative warehouses at Pier-2 Art Center
• Discover spiritual complex of Fo Guang Shan Buddha Museum
• Unique overnight stay at Fo Guang Shan Monastery

Day 10 – Kaohsiung to Tainan

• Journey to historic Tainan
• Explore the heritage district of Anping
• Visit Fort Zeelandia and Anping Tree House
• Boat ride through the mangrove-lined Sicao Green Tunnel
• Discover Taiwan’s first school at Tainan Confucius Temple

Day 11 – Tainan to Sun Moon Lake

• Scenic drive to beautiful Sun Moon Lake
• Visit hilltop Wenwu Temple
• Climb Ci’en Pagoda for panoramic lake views
• Explore lively Tehua Village and local food stalls

Day 12 – Sun Moon Lake Experience

• Relaxing motorboat cruise across Sun Moon Lake
• Visit the scenic Antique Assam Tea Farm
• Discover traditional papermaking at Guangxing Paper Mill

Day 13 – Sun Moon Lake to Taipei

• Scenic journey north via the countryside of Sanyi
• Walking tour through lively Ximending shopping district

Day 14 – Departure from Taipei

• Transfer to airport for onward flight

Day 1 – Taipei to Sun Moon Lake

• Independent journey by public bus from Taipei to scenic Sun Moon Lake
• Visit the hilltop Wenwu Temple with panoramic lake views
• Optional boat ride across the tranquil waters of Sun Moon Lake
• Explore the indigenous village of Te Hua (Ita Thao) and discover Thao culture and local delicacies

Day 2 – Sun Moon Lake Exploration

• Ride the scenic Sun Moon Lake Ropeway across the lake
• Visit Formosan Aboriginal Culture Village to experience indigenous traditions
• Leisurely cycling or lakeside walk along one of Taiwan’s most beautiful scenic routes
• Relaxed afternoon enjoying the peaceful lakeside atmosphere

Day 3 – Sun Moon Lake Departure

• Morning at leisure by the lake
• Travel onward to Taipei or continue the journey to other destinations (optional continuation to historic Tainan, vibrant Kaohsiung or the mountain landscapes of Alishan National Scenic Area)

Day 1 – Taipei – Kaohsiung

• Travel by high-speed rail from Taipei to Kaohsiung
• Explore Fo Guang Shan Buddha Museum: grand halls, pagodas, serene gardens and massive Buddha statue
• Enjoy a vegetarian lunch at the monastery
• Wander temple grounds, admire Buddhist architecture and learn about Humanistic Buddhism
• Check in to monastery guest accommodation for an authentic stay
• Optional evening activities: meditation, chanting ceremony or garden walk
• Dinner with traditional Buddhist vegetarian cuisine in a calm, contemplative setting

Day 2 – Kaohsiung – Return or Continue Journey

• Join the serene morning chanting ceremony with monks
• Breakfast followed by a peaceful walk through temple gardens
• Visit Lotus Pond and the Dragon and Tiger Pagodas for colourful views and good luck rituals
• After lunch, options: return to Taipei, visit Tainan, explore Alishan National Scenic Area or travel to Taitung