Taroko Gorge 2 day Private Tour (Classic)
HIGHLIGHTS
- • Explore Taiwan's landmark gorge and #1 natural wonder
- • Enjoy a scenic drive of Taiwan's Northeastern coast, stopping at unique landscapes
- • Go shrimping in Taroko Gorge's rivers and BBQ on the riverbank
- • Hike the winding trails of Taroko Gorge
- • Visit shrines, temples and waterfalls within Taroko National Park
This tour takes us down Taiwan’s magnificent Northeastern coast with a few interesting stops along the way before bringing us into Taroko Gorge National Park. An early evening’s hike close to the park’s entrance leads to a riverside BBQ (including fresh river shrimp, which you’ll catch yourself). We’ll take the next day to explore the gorge more fully by road and foot, visiting some of the shrines, temples, caves and waterfalls that make this most dramatic landscape even more magical. We’ll take our time hiking along breathtaking trails and dipping our feet in the river before heading back up the coast and returning to Taipei. Taroko Gorge has drawn travelers from near and far for decades. After our visit, you’ll know why. Please note: **Shrimp catching and BBQ might be changed to shrimp fishing and Taiwanese cuisine dinner if the weather or river condition is not allowed to do the activities.**
***Due to peak season demand, cost for small group (1-3 people) will charge extra fee USD$25 per person per day during 2019/12/23-2020/1/1.***
Related Article: Ways to Explore Taroko Gorge
▴ Explore the magnificent landscape of Taroko Gorge by car and foot
▴ Pass by Qingshui Cliff on the famous Suhua Highway coastal road
▴ Explore caves and waterfalls
▴ Hike along breathtaking trails, dip our feet in the river
▴ Shrimp fishing and riverside BBQ feast
ITINERARY
Day 1 / Taipei, Taroko Gorge, Hualien
We'll pick you up from your hotel at noon for a leisurely drive down Taiwan's magnificent east coast, stopping at a few beautiful spots along the way. We'll dip our toes in the ocean beneath Qingshui cliff before heading into Taroko Gorge to do some shrimping along the river. After a dinner under the stars, we'll head to our hotel in Hualien and rest up for tomorrow's activities.
Day 2 / Hualien, Taroko Gorge, Taipei
Today we’ll explore Taroko Gorge more deeply. Hiking along trails leading to waterfalls and shrines and driving through marble canyons filled with cliffs and temples. We’ll leave the park in the afternoon and drive along the coastal highway as the sun sets over the coastal mountains.
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Leave Taipei at noon -
Drive down the eastern coast, stopping at a few points of interest along the way -
Pass by Qingshui Cliff on the famous Suhua Highway coastal road
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Evening hike on stream followed by shrimp fishing and riverside BBQ feast -
Accommodation: TripAdvisor 3.5-star Hotel Day Plus Hualien (DOUBLE/TWIN) or equivalent
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Breakfast at hotel
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Exploration of Taroko Gorge by car and foot
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Drive back up east coast to Taipei
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Meal :
Breakfast : 1 | Lunch : 0 | Dinner : 1 -
Duration :
2 days 1 nights -
Pick-up :
At your accommodation in Taipei city
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Drop-Off :
At your accommodation in Taipei city -
Group Size :
1-14 people -
Language :
English
DETAILS
Inclusions
- Experienced and knowledgeable English-speaking hiking guide
- 1 nights stay at a 3-star hotel with breakfast
- Shrimping & Riverside BBQ on first night
- All transportation expenses including 5-seater sedan or 8-seater van and driver
- Travel insurance
Exclusions
- Meals not listed on itinerary
- Any optional activities not on itinerary
- Gratuity
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations made between 30 and 15 days prior to departure will receive a 90% refund.
Cancellations made between 14 and 7 days prior to departure will receive a 70% refund;
Cancellations made less than 7 days prior to departure are non-refundable.
REVIEWS
My favorite tour from my recent trip
This was hands down my favorite tour from my recent trip. Taroko Gorge is an out of the world landscape that is an absolute must see if you're visiting Taiwan. I won't try to describe the gorge because even pictures can't capture it so I'll focus on the tour itself. The entire thing ran like a well oiled machine. Our tour guide in Hualien (I feel bad that I've forgotten her name) was a great character who kept the group moving with high energy. If I had seen the tour on paper and saw how many ti- 1
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Lots of good walks and hikes.
Been here for the 4th time and 3rd year in a row. Taroko has a lot of stunning views and scenery. Lots of good walks and hikes. The best hike is the "Old Jhuilu Road" hike, a hike you can enter from the Swallow Grotto green suspension bridge. You need to get written permission from the National Park agency and the police in advance, so go to the park's website for details. This hike offers stunning views, especially the cliff section where the path is less than a metre wide with a 200-300 metre drop but don't worry, it's all pretty safe unless you are very careless. Walking through the Swallow Grotto offers good views. A must is always the Changchung Shrine (Eternal Spring Shrine) trail as well as the Shakadang trail at the park entrance. You'll enjoy it if you go there.