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Taiwan
 Taiwan lies on the western edge of the Pacific Rim with majestic peaks, rolling hills and plains, coastlines, and many other wonders. There are 6 National Parks and 12 national scenic areas to preserve Taiwan's best natural ecological environment and cultural sites. Take in the splendor and sheer heights of the cliffs at Taroko Gorge, take a ride on the Alishan train, one of only three mountain railways in the world and experience the breathtaking sunset and sea of clouds. Hike up to the summit of Northeast Asia's highest peak, Jade Mountain. You can also soak up the sun in Kenting, Asia's version of Hawaii. You can stand at the edge of Sun Moon Lake or traipse through the East Rift Valley. A journey of natural discovery. Day 1. Monday. Taipei/Sun Moon Lake. Depart from Taipei by bus and travel to Nantou. Here you will embark on a tour of Sun Moon Lake - located in the middle of Taiwan - which is the only natural large lake in Taiwan. The southern part of Kuang-Hua Island is shaped like a new moon, and the northern part is shaped like a sun; hence the name Sun-Moon Lake. The most famous sights around Sun-Moon Lake are Tehua Village, the Tse-En Pagoda and the Holy Monk Shrine. Overnight in Sun Moon Lake. Day 2. Tuesday. Sun Moon/Tainan City/Kaohsiung. Depart from Sun Moon Lake and travel to Tainan City. Enjoy a visit to the Chimei Museum in Tainan. In the afternoon, proceed to Kaohsiung - Taiwan's second largest city. Here you will have the opportunity to visit The Love River and the Lio Ho Night Market. Overnight in Kaohsiung. Day 3. Wednesday. Kaohsiung/Kenting National Park/Taitung. Move on to Kenting National Park, Taiwan's only tropical National Park. This is Taiwan's most densely populated National Park and provides visitors with a view of typical Taiwanese rural life. In addition, the National Park includes mountains, forests, lakes, sand dunes, beaches, and coral reefs. A morning tour to Kenting National Park includes a stop will at Oluanpi lighthouse and Maopitou coastal scenic area and the Kenting forest recreation area. Overnight in Taitung. Day 4. Thursday. Taitung/East Coast Tour/Hualien. Today you will explore a unique part of Taiwan. Continue to the East Coasts where you will visit Siaoyeliou, Sansientai, the Stone Steps and the Caves of the Eight Immortals. Later on in the afternoon you will arrive in the city of Hualien and stay overnight. Day 5. Friday. Hualien/Taipei. Visit Taroko Gorge, known for its sheer marble cliffs, deep gorges, winding tunnels, and the Liwu River, which flows through its craggy landscape. This landscape originated over 230 million years ago, when coral reefs formed in the tropical shallows where Taiwan is now located. Time transformed the coral into limestone. The flow of the Liwu River created winding gorges, rapids and
waterfalls. After touring the fascinating scenery of Taroko Gorge by
bus, you will continue on to the Eternal Spring Shrine, the Swallow
Caves and the Tunnel of Nine. Arrive back in Taipei in the evening and
your tour will end here. *****All itineraries are subject to change without notice. Taiwan Country Facts Location: East Asia. Area: 35,563 kmē. Population: 22,500,000. Capital: Taipei (2,700,000). Time: 12 hours ahead of Toronto and 15 hours ahead of Vancouver. Language: Mandarin Chinese. Religion: Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism. Currency: New Taiwan Dollars Most areas of Taiwan enjoy a subtropical climate. Warm and mild all year round, visitors can comfortably tour Taiwan in any season. The temperature rises above 25 degree between June and September and drops below 15 degree between November and March when there is occasional snowfall on the higher mountains. In summer there are occasional typhoons but these do not have a long-term impact on the island. Electricity: 110 volt 60Hz. Country Code: 886 - Taipei 2, Kaohsiung 7. Business Hours: Tipping: Tipping is not necessary in Taiwan. The only people who really expect you to tip are hotel bellhops and airport porters, who will expect about US$1 a bag. Large hotels and restaurants will add 10 per cent service charge and 5 per cent value added tax to your bill. Immunization: Hepatitis B, Tetanus recommended. See travel clinic for most up to date information. Passport/Visa: Passport required. Visa not required for American or Canadian citizens staying less than 14 days. Airport : Taipei Tao Yuan International/CKS 40 km S of Taipei. Airport tax: International US$12.00. Credit Cards:
Major international credit cards can be used at most hotels and upscale
restaurants or to obtain cash advances at your card's offices. |
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