Eastern Beauty 5 Day Private Tour (Premium)

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HIGHLIGHTS
  • • Spend five unforgettable days touring Taiwan's beautiful east coast and inland Rift Valley through Hualien and Taitung
  • • Rest at the top-rated accommodations during the trip
  • • Enjoy paddle boat around Liyu Lake and hike (or just sights-see) through Taroko Gorge
  • • Soak, relax and luxuriate in the area's natural geothermal hot spring baths
  • • Dine on the best and freshest cuisine at Eastern Taiwan's most unique restaurants

Please understand that Taroko Gorge has been damaged by a severe earthquake, and the park will be closed for six months. However, we will replace the other attractions in Hualien to ensure you have the best memories in Taiwan.



Taiwan's east coast is known for its unparalleled natural scenery, indigenous culture, unique dining, and outdoor activities. Our Eastern Beauty Five Day Premium Tour will bring you to well-known scenic spots and hidden gems alike in luxury and style. Along the way you'll experience awe-inspiring natural wonders (including Taroko Gorge and the East Rift Valley), traveling through the heartland of Taiwan's indigenous cultures. You'll have plenty of opportunities for leisure and outdoor activities including hiking, boating, bicycling, and even hot-air ballooning. In between the bucolic splendor, we'll also make time to explore Hualien and Taitung, two of Eastern Taiwan's largest cities, each boasting their own unique cultural caches. Though the route is similar to our standard Eastern Beauty Tour, our Premium tour package offers top-rated accommodations around the area, meals in some of eastern Taiwan's best restaurants, and opportunities for adventure not available on our standard tour.


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Our Eastern Beauty Five Day Luxury Tour will bring you to well-known scenic spots and hidden gems alike in luxury and style.

▴ Our Eastern Beauty Five Day Luxury Tour will bring you to well-known scenic spots and hidden gems alike in luxury and style.

Day 2: Hike in Sanxiantai, whose long arched footbridge connects the rocky coast with a neighboring island.

▴ Day 2: Hike in Sanxiantai, whose long arched footbridge connects the rocky coast with a neighboring island.

Day 3: Cycle or be driven on a guided tour through Longtien Village and surrounding tea farms.

▴ Day 3: Cycle or be driven on a guided tour through Longtien Village and surrounding tea farms.

Day 4: Take a hot air balloon ride over the Rift Valley (optional)

▴ Day 4: Take a hot air balloon ride over the Rift Valley (optional)

Day 4: Relax at the world class Taroko Silk Place hotel, enjoying the spa, pool & facilities

▴ Day 4: Relax at the world class Taroko Silk Place hotel, enjoying the spa, pool & facilities

Day 5: Hike through Taroko Gorge, Taiwan's largest marble canyon.

▴ Day 5: Hike through Taroko Gorge, Taiwan's largest marble canyon.

Day 5: Hike along the Baiyang Trail to the waterfall and Water Curtain Tunnel.

▴ Day 5: Hike along the Baiyang Trail to the waterfall and Water Curtain Tunnel.

Day 3: Stay at Taitung's luxurious Luming Hotel

▴ Day 3: Stay at Taitung's luxurious Luming Hotel

ITINERARY

DAY 1
DAY 2
DAY 3
DAY 4
DAY 5

Day 1 / Taipei - Su'ao - Hualien

When heading down the magnificent east coast, we will stop at Yilan Su'ao and enjoy the rare type of cold springs, which is only found at a few places around the world, before arriving at Hualien. After lunch, visit a beautiful pebble-strewn beach with famously clear blue waters, take a walk around 48 Highland and cycle along the best coastal bike path.

Day 2 / Easten Coast Beauty: Hualien - Taitung

On day two, we'll head south down the coast, making many stops along the way to check out the region's astonishingly varied coastal terrain. Further down the coast, we'll stop to visit local monkeys. In the afternoon, you may enjoy a walk by Seashore Park when you reach Taitung city. If you're adventurous, a flying experience by hot air balloon or paragliding in Luye could be arranged.

Day 3 / East Rift Valley Exploration: Taitung - Hualien

We'll spend the morning in a most unusual museum, one made not of brick and glass but of interconnected trees, part of a forest preserve maintained and protected by members of the local Bunun tribe. Follow local peoples to learn about the unique lifestyle and cultures of the indigenous tribe. Afterward, we'll explore the bucolic East Rift Valley when heading back to Hualien.

Day 4 / Hualien - Taroko

It's time for fun activities. We will do clam digging, an interesting and local experience to learn about the golden clam here, and taste clam dishes. Afterward, we'll head inland to Liyu Lake, whose beauty (some say) rivals that of Taiwan's well-known Sun Moon Lake. Ride on a paddle boat with your party or just cycle and hike around the lake to enjoy a lovely afternoon.

Day 5 / Taroko Gorge -Taipei

On the final day of the itinerary, we will head directly to the hot spring area in the geothermal valley in the mountains of Yilan, where we’ll try cooking food using the hot springs. Afterward, we will visit the Kavalan Whisky Distillery to explore Taiwan’s unique whisky-making style. Finally, we’ll return to Taipei, enjoying the beautiful scenery along the way.

  • Pickup
    Pick up from your accommodation or meet up location
  • Point
    Special experience in Su'ao Cold Spring
  • Meal
    Lunch in a seafront restaurant
  • Point
    Visit 48 Highland lookout to enjoy a great sea view
  • Point
    Cycle along the best coastal bike path with crescent bay and clear blue waters of the Pacific Ocean at Qixingtan Beach
  • Accomadaiton
    Stay in seafront TripAdvisor 5★ hotel: Hualien FarGlory Hotel (TWIN/DOUBLE) or equivalent
  • Meal
    Breakfast at hotel
  • Point
    Scenic tour of coastal cliffs, beaches, and coral and visit various seaside landscape including Shitiping, Cave of the Eight Immortal and Three Immortals Bridge
  • Meal
    Fresh seafood lunch
  • Point
    Visit local monkeys on Donghe bridge
  • Point
    Optional flying experience: hot air balloon(only held around June to August) or paragliding over the Luye Highland (at your expense)
  • Accomadaiton
    Enjoy hot spring and exquisite organic buffet dinner at hotel
  • Accomadaiton
    Stay overnight in TripAdvisor 4★ Luminous Hot Spring Resort & Spa (TWIN/DOUBLE) or equivalent
  • Meal
    Breakfast at hotel
  • Point
    Be introduced to the rich culture of Taiwan's indigenous tribes
  • Point
    Experience indigenous life and climb the trees in the "Luan-Shan forest museum"
  • Meal
    Taste Chishang rice for lunch
  • Pickup
    Leisure car ride to explore bucolic East Rift Valley
  • Point
    Stop by Tropic of Cancer Marker
  • Accomadaiton
    Stay overnight in TripAdvisor 4★ Gaeavilla Resort (TWIN/DOUBLE) or equivalent
  • Meal
    Breakfast at hotel
  • Point
    Have fun in clam digging to experience traditional fishing
  • Meal
    Taste freshwater clam dishes and Taiwanese cuisine for lunch
  • Point
    Spend a lovely afternoon at Liyu Lake, the largest inland lake in Hualien
  • Point
    Stay overnight near Taroko National Park
  • Meal
    Dinner at hotel
  • Accomadaiton
    Relax at the world class TripAdvisor 5★ Taroko Silk Place hotel, enjoying the spa, pool & facilities - (TWIN/DOUBLE) or equivalent
  • Meal
    Breakfast at hotel
  • Point
    Visit Qingshui Cliff
  • Point
    Stop at Yilan
  • Point
    Explore Qingshui Geothemal
  • Activity
    Enjoy some light snacks
  • Point
    Kavalan distillery for whiskey tour
  • Point
    Return to Taipei via the scenic east coast route
*In the event of inclement weather or other unforeseen circumstances, MyTaiwanTour reserves the right to alter tour itinerary.
  • Meal :
    Breakfast : 4 | Lunch : 4 | Dinner : 3
  • Duration :
    5 days 4 nights
  • Pick-up :
    At your accommodation in Taipei city
  • Drop-Off :
    At your accommodation in Taipei city
  • Group Size :
    1-6 people
  • Language :
    English

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DETAILS

Inclusions

  • A knowledgeable and licensed English-speaking guide
  • All transportation (5-seater sedan or 8-seater van, driver)
  • Admission to all activities on itinerary
  • Meals mentioned in itinerary
  • Four nights accommodation with breakfast
  • Travel insurance

Exclusions

  • Any meals not listed specifically in itinerary
  • Any optional activities
  • Gratuity

Cancellation Policy

Guests canceling at any point up to 31 days prior to this tour’s starting date will receive a full refund.
Cancellations made between 30 and 15 days prior to departure will receive a 70% refund.
Cancellations made between 14 and 7 days prior to departure will receive a 50% refund;
Cancellations made less than 7 days prior to departure are non-refundable.

There will be a 100% charge for no-shows. No-shows are defined as (1) Arriving 15 minutes late for Day Tours; (2) Arriving 1 hour late for Multi-day tours and custom tours.

REVIEWS

December 2018
Japan / Michael W.
Exceptional Customized Travel Experience
From the moment we contacted MyTaiwanTour we were impressed. While they offered many terrific itineraries, we needed a #customized #tour. We had five days to visit Taiwan. Casper responded immediately with a plan that precisely matched our schedule, budget, and the specific interests we listed in our initial online inquiry. Anytime we had a question, Casper clarified things quickly and accurately. Booking and payment were easy, secure, and professional. Our guide, Gordon, took over from there and ensured that we had a fabulous trip. From the moment we met Gordon he demonstrated warmth and genuine concern that we enjoy our visit. His knowledge was vast and comprehensive. We enjoyed exploring and experiencing Taiwan with Gordon. Our trip to Taipei and eastern Taiwan was exceptional. We are experienced travelers, but could not have seen and done so much without Gordon and MyTaiwanTour.
October 2016
United States / Chris
MyTaiwanTour will take care of you and craft a wonderfully memorable experience.
My husband and I booked a 5-day Eest-coast luxury tour with MyTaiwanTour for our honeymoon. We didn't know ANYONE in the country and looked forward to having a Chinese- and English-speaking tour guide who could show us around. We were NOT disappointed.From the start, our email communications with MyTaiwanTour were frequent and efficient. Anka handled most of our booking and set-up and was friendly and fast to respond. We even got to meet her in Taipei on the first day of our tour and she was just as nice in person. Everyone was timely and we never had to wait around wondering what was going to happen -- the staff at MyTaiwanTour is organized and on top of it. They will handle everything!Michael, our tour guide, was amazing. He was so gracious, efficient, funny, kind, and supportive of our trip and our first-time experience. Michael was the perfect amount of hands-on and stand-back-and-let-you-enjoy. He had a great knowledge of the history of Taiwan, the aboriginal cultures, and most importantly, FOOD. He loved to eat and loved to show us good things to eat. We immediately realized that we loved having him as a dining companion, in addition to his role as a tour guide. Michael was also extremely flexible, asking us about our interests and rearranging the schedule to better suit what we might want to see (for example, he took us to the CHIMEI museum in Tainan, which was not on our itinerary). The coolest thing was that by the end of the tour, we felt like we had made a new friend in Michael and look forward to keeping in touch with him and the company. All-in-all, I have to say that even though we were a bit wary booking such an expensive tour online without having any knowledge of the staff or the company's reputation, we had an excellent experience. In fact, the thing that convinced us to book was the high ratings they receive on TripAdvisor -- one reason I am now writing to share my experience. All of our expectations were exceeded and we can't recommend MyTaiwanTour highly enough. If you're considering booking a tour of Taiwan, look no further! They will take care of you and craft a wonderfully memorable experience.
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* Book 10 days in advance (GMT+8 09:00)
* Departs daily (except Wednesday)
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