Explore Taiwan
Tour Description
Day 1: Taipei
Discover the highlights of Taiwan on this 11-day adventure. After eating your way through Taipei’s famous street food, travel to Yilan to meet an Indigenous community, learn about their way of life and share a home-cooked lunch. Then, explore the pagodas and trails of the serene Sun Moon Lake in the Central Mountain Range before travelling to Chiayi to visit a tea farm and meet nuns at a Buddhist monastery. With a scenic train ride through Alishan’s tropical forests, clam picking at a traditional fishing village and a local leader to show you around, this is an action-packed, immersive introduction to Taiwan.
Itinerary
Day 1: Taipei
Huan ying! Welcome to Taipei. Your adventure begins in the bustling capital of Taiwan with a welcome meeting at 6 pm. If you arrive early, maybe visit the hot springs at Yangmingshan National Park. After the meeting, head out for an optional dinner to get to know your local leader and fellow travellers.
Day 2: Taipei
After breakfast, explore Taipei with your local leader. Get a sense of the city’s merchant past on Dihua Street – the oldest street in Taipei – and see how young entrepreneurs are revitalising the area. With traditional medicine shops, Fujian-style Qing Dynasty homes and Baroque architecture standing alongside modern cafes and art studios, it represents the many chapters in Taipei’s rich history. Continue to the Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall – an impressive dedication to the former president of the Republic of China. The rest of the day is yours to explore. Maybe head to the Shilin Night Market for dinner tonight to try fried fish meatballs, oyster omelette or the infamous stinky tofu.
Day 3: Yilan
This morning, take a private transfer to Yilan, stopping off at the National Palace Museum which houses the world’s largest collection of Chinese art. Then, visit a spring onion farm where you’ll pop on a pair of gum boots and get grubby in the fields! Pick your own produce before learning how to cook one of Taiwan’s most beloved snacks: crispy spring onion pancakes. Arrive at your hotel in Yilan in the late afternoon, where you’ll have free time to relax or explore at your own pace.
Day 4: Yilan
This morning, visit the Indigenous Atayal tribe – Indigenous people make up just 2.5% of the Taiwanese population, and the Atayal people are one of the 16 main groups. This is a rare opportunity to connect with the community and learn about the cultural significance of their tribal costume and face tattoos. Try your hand at making bamboo rice before sitting down with the locals to enjoy a hearty lunch that showcases Indigenous flavours. Then, head into the forest to learn about traditional hunting and trap-setting techniques. Say goodbye to your hospitable hosts and return to Yilan where you’ll have a free evening to explore.
Day 5: Sun Moon Lake
Today, you’ll visit a morning market to learn about the fragrant ingredients used in Taiwanese cooking and how to make peanut roll ice cream. Then, head to Sun Moon Lake – one of the island’s most iconic destinations named after the shapes that its outline forms. This alpine lake – the only natural lake in Taiwan – lies in the foothills of the Central Mountain Range and is surrounded by forested peaks and hiking trails. Tonight, you’ll stay in Puli at a guesthouse surrounded by lush gardens. You have a free evening to take a walk, relax or watch the sunset over the peaks.
Day 6: Sun Moon Lake
After breakfast, take a leisurely stroll along the Ci’en Pagoda Trail through the forested foothills around Sun Moon Lake. At the trail’s end, you’ll arrive at the 46-m-tall Ci’en Pagoda, where you can climb to the top and take in panoramic views of the surrounding mountains. Then, keep the active energy going on a scenic cycling adventure along the lake’s shores. The evening is yours to spend how you wish.
Day 7: Chiayi
After breakfast, take a private vehicle to Hugosum Tea Farm. Here, you’ll get an insight into the production of Taiwan’s beloved black tea and roll your own leaves, which will be dried and packaged to take a taste of Taiwan home with you. Then, visit the Chung Tai Chan Monastery – the unique combination of Chinese and Western architecture makes it an impressive sight. You’ll meet one of the resident nuns or a guide for a tour to explore the gardens and dive into the monastery’s history. Afterwards, head to Chiayi in a private vehicle where you’ll have a free evening.
Day 8: Alishan/Chiayi
This morning, head to Alishan National Scenic Area – along with Sun Moon Lake and Taroko Gorge, Alishan is one of the most dramatic parts of Taiwan. Climb aboard a train for a picturesque ride on the old Forest Railway, passing tropical, subtropical and temperate forests along the way. Then, hit the Sacred Forest Trail for a hike to get closer to the flora and fauna, including the giant Cypress trees that call this park home. Later, return to Chiayi for a free evening.
Day 9: Taichung
Today, head to the flat and fertile land of Changhua County – sometimes known as the ‘breadbasket’ of Taiwan. Visit Longshan Temple, one of the oldest temples in Taiwan, before continuing to the fishing village of Fangyuan where you’ll try your hand at clam picking and see water birds, fiddler crabs and mudskippers. There’ll also be an opportunity to sample fresh seafood like crabs and oysters. In the afternoon, travel to Taichung for a free evening.
Day 10: Taipei
Today, you’ll arrive back in Taipei around midday. The afternoon and evening are free to explore at your leisure. Maybe meet back up with your leader and group for an optional dinner or visit the Taipei 101 Observation Deck for a magnificent view of the city lit up at night.
Day 11: Taipei
Your trip comes to an end after breakfast. With no activities planned for the day, you’re free to leave the hotel any time after checkout. If you want to extend your stay, just speak to your booking agent.
Departure Dates
| Start Date | End Date | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 16, 2025 | Oct 26, 2025 | $5,339.00 | |
| Oct 20, 2025 | Oct 30, 2025 | $6,025.00 | |
| Oct 23, 2025 | Nov 2, 2025 | $6,025.00 | |
| Oct 25, 2025 | Nov 4, 2025 | $6,025.00 | |
| Oct 27, 2025 | Nov 6, 2025 | $5,890.00 | |
| Nov 1, 2025 | Nov 11, 2025 | $5,960.00 | |
| Nov 6, 2025 | Nov 16, 2025 | $5,960.00 | |
| Nov 13, 2025 | Nov 23, 2025 | $5,690.00 | |
| Nov 22, 2025 | Dec 2, 2025 | $5,460.00 | |
| Nov 27, 2025 | Dec 7, 2025 | $3,458.00 | |
| Dec 11, 2025 | Dec 21, 2025 | $5,795.00 | |
| Jan 12, 2026 | Jan 22, 2026 | $5,560.00 | |
| Jan 15, 2026 | Jan 25, 2026 | $5,120.00 | |
| Feb 4, 2026 | Feb 14, 2026 | $5,300.00 | |
| Mar 5, 2026 | Mar 15, 2026 | $5,290.00 | |
| Mar 11, 2026 | Mar 21, 2026 | $5,290.00 | |
| Mar 16, 2026 | Mar 26, 2026 | $5,425.00 | |
| Mar 23, 2026 | Apr 2, 2026 | $5,425.00 | |
| Apr 9, 2026 | Apr 19, 2026 | $5,530.00 | |
| Apr 13, 2026 | Apr 23, 2026 | $5,530.00 | |
| Apr 15, 2026 | Apr 25, 2026 | $5,425.00 | |
| Apr 23, 2026 | May 3, 2026 | $5,425.00 | |
| Apr 30, 2026 | May 10, 2026 | $5,275.00 | |
| May 6, 2026 | May 16, 2026 | $5,275.00 | |
| May 20, 2026 | May 30, 2026 | $5,120.00 | |
| Jun 1, 2026 | Jun 11, 2026 | $5,145.00 | |
| Jun 25, 2026 | Jul 5, 2026 | $5,120.00 | |
| Jul 15, 2026 | Jul 25, 2026 | $5,120.00 | |
| Aug 26, 2026 | Sep 5, 2026 | $5,120.00 | |
| Sep 3, 2026 | Sep 13, 2026 | $5,120.00 | |
| Sep 9, 2026 | Sep 19, 2026 | $5,120.00 | |
| Oct 12, 2026 | Oct 22, 2026 | $5,275.00 | |
| Oct 15, 2026 | Oct 25, 2026 | $5,425.00 | |
| Oct 19, 2026 | Oct 29, 2026 | $5,425.00 | |
| Oct 21, 2026 | Oct 31, 2026 | $5,530.00 | |
| Oct 26, 2026 | Nov 5, 2026 | $5,530.00 | |
| Oct 29, 2026 | Nov 8, 2026 | $5,530.00 | |
| Nov 4, 2026 | Nov 14, 2026 | $5,530.00 | |
| Nov 9, 2026 | Nov 19, 2026 | $5,530.00 | |
| Nov 12, 2026 | Nov 22, 2026 | $5,425.00 | |
| Nov 18, 2026 | Nov 28, 2026 | $5,425.00 | |
| Nov 25, 2026 | Dec 5, 2026 | $5,275.00 | |
| Dec 2, 2026 | Dec 12, 2026 | $5,275.00 | |
| Dec 10, 2026 | Dec 20, 2026 | $5,120.00 | |
| Jan 11, 2027 | Jan 21, 2027 | $5,375.00 | |
| Feb 3, 2027 | Feb 13, 2027 | $5,375.00 | |
| Mar 4, 2027 | Mar 14, 2027 | $5,540.00 | |
| Mar 10, 2027 | Mar 20, 2027 | $5,540.00 | |
| Mar 15, 2027 | Mar 25, 2027 | $5,695.00 | |
| Mar 22, 2027 | Apr 1, 2027 | $5,695.00 | |
| Apr 8, 2027 | Apr 18, 2027 | $5,805.00 | |
| Apr 12, 2027 | Apr 22, 2027 | $5,805.00 | |
| Apr 14, 2027 | Apr 24, 2027 | $5,695.00 | |
| Apr 22, 2027 | May 2, 2027 | $5,695.00 | |
| Apr 29, 2027 | May 9, 2027 | $5,540.00 | |
| May 5, 2027 | May 15, 2027 | $5,540.00 | |
| May 19, 2027 | May 29, 2027 | $5,375.00 | |
| May 31, 2027 | Jun 10, 2027 | $5,375.00 | |
| Jun 24, 2027 | Jul 4, 2027 | $5,375.00 | |
| Jul 14, 2027 | Jul 24, 2027 | $5,375.00 | |
| Aug 11, 2027 | Aug 21, 2027 | $5,375.00 | |
| Aug 25, 2027 | Sep 4, 2027 | $5,375.00 | |
| Sep 2, 2027 | Sep 12, 2027 | $5,375.00 | |
| Sep 8, 2027 | Sep 18, 2027 | $5,375.00 | |
| Oct 11, 2027 | Oct 21, 2027 | $5,540.00 | |
| Oct 14, 2027 | Oct 24, 2027 | $5,540.00 | |
| Oct 18, 2027 | Oct 28, 2027 | $5,695.00 | |
| Oct 20, 2027 | Oct 30, 2027 | $5,695.00 | |
| Oct 25, 2027 | Nov 4, 2027 | $5,805.00 | |
| Oct 28, 2027 | Nov 7, 2027 | $5,805.00 | |
| Nov 3, 2027 | Nov 13, 2027 | $5,805.00 | |
| Nov 8, 2027 | Nov 18, 2027 | $5,805.00 | |
| Nov 11, 2027 | Nov 21, 2027 | $5,805.00 | |
| Nov 17, 2027 | Nov 27, 2027 | $5,695.00 | |
| Nov 22, 2027 | Dec 2, 2027 | $5,695.00 | |
| Nov 24, 2027 | Dec 4, 2027 | $5,540.00 | |
| Dec 1, 2027 | Dec 11, 2027 | $5,540.00 | |
| Dec 9, 2027 | Dec 19, 2027 | $5,375.00 |