Taiwan Highlights: Taipei, Sun Moon Lake & East Coast 8D-7N

Upon arrival at Taoyuan International Airport (TPE), you will be met and transferred to your hotel in Taipei by private car with driver only. No guide will accompany the airport transfer. After check-in, the remainder of the day is free for leisure. You can relax at the hotel or explore Taipei independently.

• Overnight: Taipei
• Meals: None

After breakfast, enjoy a full-day guided sightseeing tour of Taipei, exploring the city's historic landmarks and modern attractions. Visit the National Palace Museum, renowned for its extensive collection of ancient Chinese art and cultural treasures. Continue to Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall, an important landmark representing a significant period in Taiwan's history.

Next, visit Lungshan Temple, one of Taipei's most famous temples and an important center of local religious and cultural traditions. Continue to Taipei 101, one of Taiwan's most recognizable modern landmarks. The Taipei 101 Observatory ticket is not included. With the assistance of your English-speaking guide, discover the history, culture, architecture, and modern development of Taipei.

• Overnight: Taipei
• Meals:/ Breakfast

After breakfast, depart from central Taipei and travel to Sun Moon Lake National Scenic Area, one of Taiwan's most beautiful destinations. Sun Moon Lake is the largest freshwater lake in Taiwan and is named after the distinctive shapes of its eastern and western sections, which resemble the sun and crescent moon. The area is also the ancestral home of the Thao indigenous people, making it an important destination for both natural beauty and indigenous culture.

After lunch, enjoy a scenic tour around Sun Moon Lake. Visit ItaThao, an indigenous village offering an insight into the culture and lifestyle of the Thao people. Continue to Ci'en Pagoda, an iconic landmark built by former President Chiang Kai-shek in memory of his mother. Next, visit Xuanzang Temple, a peaceful Buddhist sanctuary dedicated to the famous monk Xuanzang, followed by Wenwu Temple, an impressive temple dedicated to the Gods of Literature and Martial Arts.

• Overnight: Sun Moon Lake / Taichung
• Meals: Breakfast

After breakfast, continue your Taiwan round-island journey to Tainan, the oldest city in Taiwan and a destination rich in history and cultural heritage. Visit Fort Zeelandia, a historic fortress originally constructed by the Dutch East India Company. Continue with a walk along Anping Old Street, one of Taiwan's oldest historic streets, where you can explore traditional shops and sample local specialties. Lunch will be at your own arrangement.

After lunch, continue to Kaohsiung, the vibrant harbor city of southern Taiwan. Visit the renowned Fo Guang Shan Monastery, an important Buddhist center founded by Venerable Master Hsing Yun.The monastery is famous for its Great Buddha Land, featuring a magnificent golden statue of Buddha Amitabha surrounded by numerous smaller Buddha statues. During the visit, you may have the opportunity to learn more about Buddhist teachings and the development of Buddhism in Taiwan from a knowledgeable monk.

• Overnight: Kaohsiung
• Meals: Breakfast

After breakfast, travel south toward Kenting National Park, Taiwan's first national park, famous for its tropical climate, coastal landscapes, geological formations, and marine biodiversity. Visit Maopitou, meaning "Cat's Nose," named after its distinctive shape. Continue to Chuanfan Rock, a striking coastal rock formation resembling a ship's sail.

Next, visit Eluanpi Lighthouse, a historic lighthouse dating back to the Qing Dynasty and later recognized as one of Taiwan's Eight Views during the Japanese colonial period. Continue to Longpan Park, a scenic coral limestone plateau overlooking the Pacific Ocean. After exploring Kenting, travel to Taitung via the scenic South Link Highway, enjoying beautiful landscapes along the route. Upon arrival in Zhiben, relax at the famous Chihpen Hot Springs area. If staying at Hotel Royal Chihpen, guests can enjoy the hotel's natural hot-spring facilities.

Important Hotel Note: Hotel Royal Chihpen is scheduled for renovation from March 01, 2026, until further notice. During the renovation period, accommodation will be changed to Sheraton Taitung or a similar hotel. Please note that the alternative hotel does not provide hot-spring facilities.

• Overnight: Taitung
• Meals: Breakfast

After breakfast, continue your journey along Taiwan's spectacular East Coast National Scenic Area, known for its beautiful coastline and unique geological formations. Visit Xiaoyeliu (FugangGeopark), famous for natural rock formations created by weathering and sea erosion. Continue to Sanxiantai, an offshore island and coral reef area connected to the mainland by a distinctive cross-sea bridge. Next, visit Shitiping, a remarkable coastal geological area featuring sea cliffs, rock platforms, sea grooves, and other formations created through millions of years of erosion.

From Hualien to Yilan, enjoy a comfortable one-way train journey while taking in the surrounding scenery. Upon arrival in Yilan, check in to your hotel and relax.

• Overnight: Jiaoxi, Yilan
• Meals: Breakfast

After breakfast, visit the King Car Kavalan Whisky Distillery, internationally known for its whisky produced using pure water sources from Taiwan's mountain regions. Discover the whisky-making process and learn about the maturation of whisky in oak barrels. Continue to the National Center for Traditional Arts, a large cultural park featuring traditional Taiwanese architecture, exhibitions, performances, workshops, and handicrafts. Explore Taiwan's rich cultural heritage through traditional arts and activities. After the sightseeing, return to Taipei by bus. You will be dropped off at your hotel or designated drop-off point.

• Overnight: Taipei
• Meals: Breakfast

After breakfast, enjoy free time until check-out, depending on your flight schedule. At the appropriate time, you will be transferred to Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) by private car with driver only for your departure flight.

• Meals: Breakfast