A century of Taiwanese architecture, told in a single day — from the hand-carved ornament of a 1920s merchant's mansion to the quiet concrete lines of a Pritzker Prize winner's final Taiwanese work. Begin at a Baroque-style courtyard mansion built in the 1920s by a local merchant family, its red-brick walls and colonnaded arcades a striking mix of traditional Fujian design and imported European ornament — a fashion once reserved for the island's wealthiest households. From there, continue to a private clubhouse designed by Álvaro Siza Vieira, the Portuguese architect who won the Pritzker Prize in 1992 — one of only a handful of his works in Asia; lunch is served on-site, with architectural commentary on the drive between stops. In the afternoon, step into the narrow lanes of Lukang Old Street, once one of Taiwan's three busiest ports and still lined with Qing-dynasty shopfronts, temples, and traditional craft workshops. Before returning to Taichung, the day takes one last, unplanned turn — a stop at a hillside village painted floor to ceiling in folk art, a colorful footnote to a day otherwise spent among architects and craftsmen.



★What to Expect & Travel Tips★

✓ Terrain & Footwear: This tour includes a moderate amount of walking, including uneven terrain at the heritage mansion and narrow lanes in Lukang. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.

✓ Weather & Comfort: Taiwan's climate is warm and tropical — light, breathable clothing and sun protection are recommended. Chilled bottled water and umbrellas are provided in your private vehicle.

✓ Dining Note: Wine and other alcoholic beverages shown are available at the restaurant for an additional charge, not included in the tour price.