Taiwan: The Beautiful Island
11 Days Starting and ending in Taipei City, Taiwan
Visiting: Taiwan
Tour operator:
Group size:
0 - 18
Age range:
-99
Tour operated in:
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Interests:
Activities:
From:
$3490 (USD) including Flights from the UKTour Overview
Early Portuguese sailors named Taiwan Ilha Formosa, meaning ‘beautiful island’, due to the breathtaking scenery, which still impresses modern visitors today. The energetic capital, Taipei, is home to possibly the best collection of Chinese artefacts in the world, while Tainan showcases Taiwanese architecture. The countryside is perhaps the biggest surprise, with deep gorges, snow-capped mountains, hot springs, tea plantations and rugged coastline.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Fly To Taipei
Fly from London (regional connections available) direct to Taipei with China Airlines. (N)
Meal basis: As per itinerary - B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner, N: No meals.
Day 2 : Taipei
Accommodation Name: The Landis
Meals Included: Dinner
Arrive and transfer to The Landis (or similar) for 2 nights. A welcome dinner will be held this evening. (D)
Day 3 : Taipei
Accommodation Name: The Landis
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Full-day tour of Taipei, including the National Palace Museum, Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall, the Martyrs' Shrine and Longshan Temple. (B, L)
Day 4 : Sun Moon Lake
Accommodation Name: Einhan Resort
Meals Included: Breakfast
Drive south to the village of Beipu, home to members of the Hakka ethnic minority group. See the traditional architecture and sample Hakka food, then continue to Sun Moon Lake for a 2-night stay at the Einhan Hotel. The following day, take a short boat excursion on the lake, then visit the Wenwu Temple and the Tse-en Pagoda. (B)
Day 5 : Sun Moon Lake
Accommodation Name: Einhan Resort
Take a short boat excursion on the lake, then visit the Wenwu Temple and the Tse-en Pagoda.
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Day 6 : Alishan
Accommodation Name: Alishan House
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Drive to the Alishan Forest Park, one of the most spectacular mountainous regions of Taiwan. Afternoon walking tour of the park. Overnight at Alishan House. (B, D)
Day 7 : Fo Guang Shan Monastery - Chihpen
Accommodation Name: Fo Guang Shan Pilgrim's Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Optional early morning ride on the Alishan Forest Railway to see the sunrise (weather permitting) from the summit of Mount Alishan. After breakfast, drive to the charming mountain township of Zhuqi, and take a stroll down historic Fenchihu Old Street. Continue to Tainan to visit Fort Anping and historic Yanping Street. Then proceed to Fo Guang Shan, the largest Buddhist monastery in Taiwan. Stay overnight at the monastery guesthouse. (B, D)
Day 8 : Tainan - Fo Guang Shan Monastery
Accommodation Name: Hotel Royal Chihpen
Meals Included: Breakfast
Option to rise early and join the monks for morning prayers. Drive south to Kenting National Park, which protects an area of low-lying hills, limestone caves, forests and beaches. Explore the park on foot, then head north towards Taitung. Stay 1 night at the Hotel Royal Chihpen. (B)
Day 9 : East Coast National Scenic Area
Accommodation Name: Fullon Hotel Hualien
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Drive north through the East Coast National Scenic Area towards Hualien, and stay 1 night at the Fullon Hotel. A farewell dinner will be held tonight. (B, D)
Day 10 : Taroko Gorge - Taipei
Accommodation Name: The Landis
Meals Included: Breakfast
Morning tour of the remarkable Taroko gorge followed by a visit to the Eternal Spring Shrine and the Swallow Grotto. Drive on to Taipei. Stay overnight at The Landis. Options available to extend your stay in Taipei. (B)
Day 11 : Fly To London
Meals Included: Breakfast
Fly direct to London with China Airlines. (B)
What's Included
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4-star accommodation
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Flexible - extensions & flight upgrades available
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Average group size - 10 people (max 18)
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International flights
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Transfers in air-conditioned vehicles
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Experienced local tour manager
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9 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 4 dinners
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Welcome dinner to meet the group & guide
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Guided sightseeing & entrance fees
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Porterage at hotels & train stations
What's Not Included
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Insurance
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Optional
Check out our Q&As
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Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
Yes, Single supplement available on request.
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
As Detailed in itinerary.
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What is the maximum group size?
The maximum average group size is 10 people.
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
As Detailed in itinerary.
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes, English speaking experienced local tour manager on this tour.
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Are flights included in this tour?
Yes, International flights are included.
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Are flights included in this tour?
Yes, International flights are included.
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What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
4-star accommodation available on this tour.
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Are flights included in this tour?
Yes, International flights are included.
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Are flights included in this tour?
Yes, International flights are included.
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
As Detailed in itinerary.
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Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
Yes, Single supplement available on request.
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What is the maximum group size?
The maximum average group size is 10 people.
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What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
4-star accommodation available on this tour.
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What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
4-star accommodation available on this tour.
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes, English speaking experienced local tour manager on this tour.
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
As Detailed in itinerary.
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
As Detailed in itinerary.
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
As Detailed in itinerary.
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes, English speaking experienced local tour manager on this tour.
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes, English speaking experienced local tour manager on this tour.
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
As Detailed in itinerary.
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What is the maximum group size?
The maximum average group size is 10 people.
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Are flights included in this tour?
Yes, International flights are included.
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes, English speaking experienced local tour manager on this tour.
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What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
4-star accommodation available on this tour.
-
Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes, English speaking experienced local tour manager on this tour.
-
Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
As Detailed in itinerary.
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
As Detailed in itinerary.
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What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
4-star accommodation available on this tour.
-
Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
Yes, Single supplement available on request.
-
Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
Yes, Single supplement available on request.
-
What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
4-star accommodation available on this tour.
-
Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes, English speaking experienced local tour manager on this tour.
-
What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
4-star accommodation available on this tour.
-
Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
As Detailed in itinerary.
-
Are flights included in this tour?
Yes, International flights are included.
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes, English speaking experienced local tour manager on this tour.
-
Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
Yes, Single supplement available on request.
-
Are flights included in this tour?
Yes, International flights are included.
-
What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
4-star accommodation available on this tour.
-
What is the maximum group size?
The maximum average group size is 10 people.
-
Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
Yes, Single supplement available on request.
-
Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes, English speaking experienced local tour manager on this tour.
-
What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
4-star accommodation available on this tour.
-
Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
As Detailed in itinerary.
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
As Detailed in itinerary.
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes, English speaking experienced local tour manager on this tour.
-
What is the maximum group size?
The maximum average group size is 10 people.
-
Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
As Detailed in itinerary.
-
What is the maximum group size?
The maximum average group size is 10 people.
-
Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes, English speaking experienced local tour manager on this tour.
-
What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
4-star accommodation available on this tour.
-
Are flights included in this tour?
Yes, International flights are included.
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What is the maximum group size?
The maximum average group size is 10 people.
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What is the maximum group size?
The maximum average group size is 10 people.
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes, English speaking experienced local tour manager on this tour.
-
What is the maximum group size?
The maximum average group size is 10 people.
-
Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
As Detailed in itinerary.
-
What is the maximum group size?
The maximum average group size is 10 people.
-
Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes, English speaking experienced local tour manager on this tour.
-
Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
As Detailed in itinerary.
-
Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
As Detailed in itinerary.
-
What is the maximum group size?
The maximum average group size is 10 people.
-
Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes, English speaking experienced local tour manager on this tour.
-
Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes, English speaking experienced local tour manager on this tour.
-
Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
Yes, Single supplement available on request.
-
What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
4-star accommodation available on this tour.
-
Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
As Detailed in itinerary.
-
What is the maximum group size?
The maximum average group size is 10 people.
-
Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes, English speaking experienced local tour manager on this tour.
-
What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
4-star accommodation available on this tour.
-
Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
As Detailed in itinerary.
-
Are flights included in this tour?
Yes, International flights are included.
-
Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes, English speaking experienced local tour manager on this tour.
-
What is the maximum group size?
The maximum average group size is 10 people.
-
Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
As Detailed in itinerary.
-
Are flights included in this tour?
Yes, International flights are included.
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Are flights included in this tour?
Yes, International flights are included.
-
Are flights included in this tour?
Yes, International flights are included.
-
Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
Yes, Single supplement available on request.
-
Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
As Detailed in itinerary.
-
What is the maximum group size?
The maximum average group size is 10 people.
-
What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
4-star accommodation available on this tour.
-
What is the maximum group size?
The maximum average group size is 10 people.
-
Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
As Detailed in itinerary.
-
What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
4-star accommodation available on this tour.
-
What is the maximum group size?
The maximum average group size is 10 people.
-
Are flights included in this tour?
Yes, International flights are included.
-
What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
4-star accommodation available on this tour.
-
Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
Yes, Single supplement available on request.
-
What is the maximum group size?
The maximum average group size is 10 people.
-
Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
As Detailed in itinerary.
-
Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes, English speaking experienced local tour manager on this tour.
-
Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
Yes, Single supplement available on request.
-
What is the maximum group size?
The maximum average group size is 10 people.
-
Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes, English speaking experienced local tour manager on this tour.
-
What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
4-star accommodation available on this tour.
-
Are flights included in this tour?
Yes, International flights are included.
-
Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
Yes, Single supplement available on request.
-
Are flights included in this tour?
Yes, International flights are included.
-
What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
4-star accommodation available on this tour.
-
Are flights included in this tour?
Yes, International flights are included.
-
What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
4-star accommodation available on this tour.
-
Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
As Detailed in itinerary.
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
As Detailed in itinerary.
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Are flights included in this tour?
Yes, International flights are included.
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What is the difference between a 'single' supplement and 'sole' supplement?
A 'single' traveller is someone occupying a single room while travelling with one or more other people, for example a single person travelling on a group tour. A 'sole' traveller is someone travelling on their own. As a single traveller on a group tour (except those in the SoloTravellers collection), please check the single supplement price. If you wish to add an extension to that tour, please th
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When will I get my tickets?
Travel documents will be sent approximately two weeks prior to departure (third party suppliers' policies may vary), unless your booking is made within six weeks of departure, in which case final documents will be sent as soon as possible.
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When do I need to pay my final balance?
Final payment must be made no less than 75 days before departure.
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Why do I have to pay more for my holiday if I am a single traveller?
Most hotels around the world charge more per person for a single occupancy room than for a shared twin room, because the cost of maintaining a room for one person can be almost as high as it is for two. In addition, many single occupancy rooms are the same as twin / double rooms. The Solo Travellers collection of small group tours is specially created to include accommodation based on single occu
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Can Cox & Kings arrange my visa?
We cannot arrange your visa but we can recommend a reputable visa assistance company who can help with your application. Please contact your tour consultant for details.
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Do your prices include flights?
All prices for Cox & Kings holidays include international flights, except where indicated. Australasia and Canada holidays do not include international flights so that you may benefit from the best prices at the time you choose to book, taking advantage of major seasonal variations and short term special offers. For all destinations, you may be able to arrange your own flights. If you wish to do
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What is a non-exclusive escorted group tour?
The vast majority of our group tours are exclusive to Cox & Kings clients. However, there are a few exceptions where holidaymakers who booked their tour with another travel company travel in the group.
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When will I get a detailed itinerary?
If you are travelling on a group tour, you will receive a detailed itinerary with your travel pack. If travelling on a private basis, you will receive your detailed itinerary with your confirmation invoice.
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What are the four tour categories
***LUXURY These are our most comfortable tours and will usually feature 5-star deluxe accommodation throughout*** ***SUPERIOR Most Cox & Kings tours fall under this category and are based in 4- or 5-star accommodation where available, or the best alternative elsewhere*** ***STANDARD Simpler in emphasis, these itineraries typically feature 4-star or good 3-star accommodation throughout, or the best alternative elsewhere*** ***DISCOVERY Best suited to the hardier traveller, these tours typically include some quite basic accommodation, possibly longer and rougher road journeys and, in some cases, more strenuous activities, such as trekking***
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Do I need inoculations?
Many of our destinations have recommended health precautions, which you can read about in our regional documents and health pages. However, we recommend that you contact your doctor who will be able to give you professional advice, arrange any vaccinations and give advice on malaria protection. Alternatively, visit the NHS website for more information.
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What happens if a group tour does not reach its minimum numbers? Will it be cancelled?
If a group tour does not reach its minimum numbers, we will either offer for you to take your holiday on a private basis (which may involve a supplement), or you will be fully refunded.
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Low Deposit
Cox & Kings requires a minimum deposit of 15% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 75 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of cox & kings charges.
Up to 75 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 74 days before tour starts: Forfeit 30% of booking price.
At 59 days before tour starts: Forfeit 60% of booking price.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 90% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.