Enchanting Taiwan

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Code: ENCTWN
Duration : 8 Days

Overview

Discover Taiwan's natural splendors and savor its vibrant culture and mouthwatering cuisine on an 8-day tour. Explore this fascinating island from its capital Taipei to the breathtaking Sun Moon Lake in the Central Mountain Range. Take in the beautiful scenery of Sun Moon Lake before visiting Kaohsiung and sampling the delicious street food available at Liuhe Night Market. Experience enchanting temples, churches, quaint fishing villages, and scenic oceanic landscapes at Kenting National Park, followed by East Coast National Scenic Area. In this final part of our trip, we will tour Taroko National Park before heading back to Taipei.

Tour Highlights

  • 07 nights in Superior and Deluxe accommodation
  • Visit the Palace Museum to see the world’s largest collection of Chinese art treasures
  • Enjoy a tranquil night at Sun Moon Lake
  • Visit Taiwan’s largest Buddhist monastery – Fo Guang Shan in
  • Discover the unique landform and biodiversity in Kenting National Park
  • Enjoy a scenic drive along the last unspoiled land of Taiwan East Coast National Scenic Area
  • Discover the wonders of the world’s biggest marble gorge Taroko Gorge

What’s Included

  • 07 nights’ Superior and Deluxe accommodation
  • Daily breakfast
  • Transfers and sightseeing tours as specified in the itinerary
  • Hotel taxes and service charges

What’s Excluded

  • International and domestic flights
  • Gratuities & travel insurance
  • Meal, beverages and items not specified in the itinerary

Itinerary

DAY 01 I ARRIVE IN TAIPEI

Arrive at Taoyuan International Airport. Meet your driver at the arrival hall to transfer to the hotel, where you can rest well for your upcoming tour.

Accommodation: Regent Hotel (Superior room)

DAY 02 I TAIPEI CITY TOUR

Gain a deeper insight into Taiwanese religion, history, and culture on our morning tour. See the impressive Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall, built to commemorate late president Chiang Kai-shek. View the excellent example of classical Ming dynasty architecture at Marty's Shrine, witness the hourly changing of the guard, and discover more about the former president. Admire the world's most extensive collection of priceless Chinese imperial artifacts and art treasures at the National Palace Museum. Stop at the Grand Hotel in Taipei's Zhongshan District. The hotel's main building is one of the world's tallest Chinese classical buildings and played host to many foreign dignitaries who have visited Taipei.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Regent Hotel (Superior room)

DAY 03 I TAIPEI/SUN MOON LAKE

After breakfast, drive to scenic Sun Moon Lake in Taiwan's Central Mountain Range, situated 2,500 feet above sea level in the lofty mountains. On our way, stop at the famous Wenwu Temple, dedicated to Confucius as Master of Pen and Kuan Ti as Master of Sword. See the Holy Monk Shrine and Tse-En Pagoda before checking in to your hotel at Sun Moon Lake. Each of the 211 guest rooms features a natural hot spring pool allowing you to enjoy a natural hot spring in your room.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Fleur De Chine Hotel (Mountain View room)

DAY 04 I SUN MOON LAKE/FO GUANG SHAN MONASTERY/KAOHSIUNG

We travel from Sun Moon Lake to Kaohsiung, the largest city in southern Taiwan. Learn about Buddhism during our visit to the Fo Guan Shan Monastery. Explore the Main Shrine and Great Buddha Land, the site of a giant Buddha statue. Continue to Kaohsiung City, the second-largest city in Taiwan, and visit the Love River and Liuhe Night Market.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Grand Hi-Lai Hotel (Superior room)

DAY 05 I KAOHSIUNG/KENTING/TAITUNG

Set off for a morning tour to Kenting National Park at Taiwan's southern tip. This national park is well-known for its coastal geographical features and marine biodiversity due to crustal deformation and tropical climate. Stop at Eluanbi Lighthouse, Maobitou Coastal Scenic Area, and Kenting Forest Recreation Area. Continue to Taitung via the Southern Link Highway.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Hotel Royal Chihpen Taitung (Standard room)

DAY 06 I TAITUNG/EAST COAST NATIONAL SCENIC AREA/HUALIEN

After breakfast, we tour the picturesque East Coast National Scenic area. The East Coast National Scenic Area, also known as "Taiwan's last unspoiled land," stretches about 105 miles down the island's east coast. Weathering, erosion, and accumulation have produced a wide range of landforms, such as pebble beaches, shoreline reefs, inshore islands, and capes, along with sea-eroded platforms, trenches, and caves. The coastline is home to enchanting temples, churches, and fishing villages. We stop at Xiaoyeliu, Sanxiantai, Shitiping (Stone Steps), and Fanshuliao marble factory and showroom. Afterward, we drive to Hualien for an overnight stay at Taroko National Park.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Silk Place Hotel (Garden View room)

DAY 07 I HUALIEN/TAROKO NATIONAL PARK/QINGSHUI CLIFF/TAIPEI

Today, we explore the beautiful Taroko National Park. Taroko means "Human being" in the truku tribe language. Taroko Gorge is an exceptionally beautiful, narrow raving created by the Liwu River, which has cut deep into the mountains of solid marble. A road carved into sheer walls of rock rewinding its way past forested peaks and cliffs towering thousands of feet above it, while hundreds of feet below a river roar past gigantic marble boulders. Passing by the Tunnel of Nine Turns, Ci Mu Bridge, we will take a short break at Swallow Grotto and Changchun Temple (Eternal Spring Shrine). We stop at the towering Qingshui Cliff before heading back to Taipei via the Su-Hwa Highway and the 8-mile-long Hsuei-Shan Long Tunnel to arrive in the city in the early evening.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Regent Hotel (Superior room)

DAY 08 I TAIPEI DEPARTURE

After breakfast, head to the airport for our onward flight.

Meals: Breakfast

Dates & Prices

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FAQs

Can I add airfare to the land package?
Yes, you can add airfare to a package. Let us know at the time of your reservation. Please note pricing and availability is always subject to change Prior to ticket issuance.
Can I change my reservation if I've made a mistake?
There is a $75 change fee (per person, per change) for any changes made to a reservation after it has been confirmed.  Any passenger name change made to a booking reservation after it has been confirmed will result in a $100 per person per name change fee and is subject to availability, additional airline change, and/or cancellation fees. Additional fees may apply.  For more details, please contact us.
Can I extend or modify my trip?
We will do our best to accommodate your request. Any modification must be arranged before the deposit is made and subject to availability.
Can I opt-out of certain activities on the trip?
While any unused portion of the trip is non-refundable, you can opt-out of certain included activities if you do not wish to participate in them. Please be sure to notify us prior to your departure date and notify your tour guide upon arrival. You will be responsible for any expenses incurred should you deviate from the tour during the scheduled tour itinerary. If you choose to deviate from the tour group on a day we are transiting from one city to another. You will also be responsible for your own transportation and expenses incurred. 
Can I request adjoining rooms?
We can request adjoining rooms, however, requests cannot be guaranteed as it is based on hotel availability.
Can I select my seats on my flight during the booking process?
Seat assignments on your flight can be done directly via the airline. You can either select your seats at the airline check-in counter on the day of your flight, or after we issue your tickets, you may call the airline directly and pay the fee for pre-assign seats.
Can we book a triple room?
Triple rooms are available upon request for select tours. Please note hotels will provide a rollaway bed for the third traveler in a double room. 
Do you offer and/or suggest travel insurance?
We recommend you purchase a travel protection plan to help protect you and your travel investment against the unexpected.  
Do you work with Travel Agents?
To be one of our partner agents, please email agency@globotours.net We welcome the opportunity to serve you.
How do I make a reservation?
Click the “Book Now” button on our website, or you may send us an email to info@globotours.net
How much time will I get to myself?
Each program is different. Whenever possible, we offer to modify the program to fit your requirements.
I am a solo traveler, can you match me with other solo travelers on my tour?
For privacy reasons, we do not pair solo travelers with one another.  A single supplement fee will apply for solo travelers.
I have special dietary requirements, can you accommodate them?
Meals provided during your tour are based on local cuisine and menus. We can generally assist guests in communicating special meal requests to airlines, hotels, and restaurants but please be aware that they are not guaranteed. Please let us know at the time of booking your trip. We will notify our tour guides of any food allergies, but please note meal alternatives are subject to confirmation as they are based on the availability of the providing restaurant. For those with strict dietary needs, we recommend bringing pre-packaged food alternatives for your trip.
My outbound flight has been cancelled by the airline; what do I do now?
If your flight has been canceled, please liaise with the airline directly to book the next available flight. If, for any reason, you are unhappy with the alternate flight offered by the airline and decide to book a new outbound flight on your own, please note that the original return flight(s) will automatically be canceled if you are a no-show on your original outbound flight.
My package includes the arrival transfer, how do I know when/where to meet up with my driver?
Information on how /where to meet up with your driver is included in your travel documents. On arrival at the airport, please collect your luggage, make your way through customs, and enter the arrivals hall, where the driver will be waiting for you. Should luggage be very slow coming through, or should you have any issues with damaged or lost luggage, please make sure that you complete the necessary documentation within the luggage area. ONE MEMBER of the party should go through customs and into the arrivals hall to advise the driver of the delay. Please note that this person will not be allowed access back into the luggage area. You could also contact our local representative. Extra costs may apply if meeting your driver is delayed more than one hour following your scheduled flight arrival time.  
What are the visa requirements?
Visa requirements for each destination are indicated in our Essential Travel Information on our website. Information is also available at the US Department of State website at https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel.html. It is the responsibility of travelers to obtain proper visas in a timely manner prior to the trip departure date.  
What does Land Only means?
Land-only is a package tour without International and local airfare.
What does per person, double occupancy mean?
Per person, double occupancy means the price each guest pays when sharing a room.
What if I miss my flight or my flight is delayed, and I miss the beginning of my trip?
If your flight is delayed or you miss your flight, please notify us or our local representative (contact information is included in your travel documents) as soon as possible so we may inform our local representative of your updated arrival. Additional costs for airport transfer service may apply if you arrive later than the scheduled arrival date/time.  If you arrive later in the itinerary and the group has moved to a different destination, it will be your responsibility to catch up and meet the group at that destination.  We will provide you with the most up-to-date meeting information.  Please note that Globotours cannot reimburse you for any unused portion of the trip.
What is included in your pricing?
Included features are specified in each tour.
What is not included in your pricing?
Anything that is not mentioned in the included features.
What is single supplement surcharge?
Single supplement is the additional cost to occupy the room alone.
What is your payment schedule?
Most packages require a non-refundable deposit, as indicated in the program to confirm the reservation, which will be applied towards the cost of your package. Your account balance is due 60-75 days prior to the trip departure date. Certain tours may require an additional non-refundable airline deposit at the time of booking. This is indicated during the booking process. More information can be found in our Terms and Conditions.  
What level of physical fitness is required for the tour?
Depending on the program, expect a decent amount of walking and an occasional flight of stairs or some steps. We recommend you carefully consider your ability to meet the tour's physical demands. If you have any questions or concerns about your ability to meet the trip's requirements, we urge you to consult your medical practitioner.
What types of payments do you accept?
We accept Mastercard and Visa, bank transfers, and personal checks. When paying your balance by personal check, all checks must be received in full prior to the due date. Please make the check payable to Globotours and mail the check to the below address before your balance due date. Globotours 2705 S. Diamond Bar Blvd., Suite 228, Diamond Bar, CA 91765
What’s the cancellation and refund policy?

Fees will be assessed per person when you cancel your reservation. More information can be found in our Terms and Conditions.

When do I receive my travel documents and what it will include?
Travel documents will be mailed or e-mailed to you approximately 21 days prior to the trip departure date. It usually takes about 7 – 10 business days. You may access your booking confirmation page anytime by logging into your Globotours account on our website.

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