10 Day Taiwan Tour

10 days9 nights
Tour Type
Small Group
This tour can be taken as a small group tour. It has fixed departure dates with a set itinerary and maximum of 12 people per group.
Private
This tour can be taken as a private tour following our set tour itinerary. Select your own travel dates to suit your personal group of family or friends.
Destinations
Taipei
Sun Moon Lake
Tainan
Kenting
Taitung
Taroko Gorge
Jiufen
Yehliu Geopark

Select Tour Options

10 Day Taiwan Tour

2

Tour Type

Please select a tour type

3

Travel Dates

Please select a date

Can’t book the date you’d like to travel? No problem. Get in touch with a ChinaTours.com expert and we’ll help you travel when you want

4

Accommodation

Please select an accommodation option

5

Travelers

Please select number of travelers

123455+
6

Number of Rooms

Please select number of rooms

Confirm your tour options

  • Tour Name
    10 Day Taiwan Tour
  • Tour Type
    Small Group
  • Travel Date
    2025-08-08
  • Accommodation
    Luxury
  • Adults
    5
  • Children aged 2 to 11 years
    5
  • Infants aged 0 to 23 months
    5
  • Rooms
    5
  • Extra beds
    5

"*" indicates required fields

This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.
  • Highlights
  • Itinerary
  • Accommodation
  • Inclusions/Exclusions
  • Important Info

Highlights

Taipei
Sun Moon Lake
Tainan
Kenting
Taitung
Taroko Gorge
Jiufen
Yehliu Geopark

Gain a revealing insight to unique Taiwan with this ten days round island tour. While only a relatively small island located to the east of mainland China, Taiwan has much to offer, with many natural, modern, ancient and man-made highlights visited as you traverse the island from north to south and back again. Commencing and finishing at the island’s capital, Taipei, enjoy comfortable road travel in air conditioned vehicles between overnight stops in Taipei, Sun Moon Lake, Tainan, Kaohsiung, Taitung, Hualien and Yilan. Visit many culturally and historically significant sights and take in beautiful natural landscapes along the way. With a balance of both modern and traditional, and all that makes Taiwan special, you will appreciate the easy pace of this tour that allows ample time to soak up each experience. Including numerous opportunities to relax and holiday in style – with bike riding along Tamshui River, cruise on Sun Moon Lake, natural hot spring baths, and farm visit – you’ll love the chance to tap into this well-kept China travel secret. A perfect tour for making beautiful travel memories.

Vehicle Public transportation
Guide Service & Language Professional English-speaking guides

Itinerary

Day 1 – Arrival Taipei

Upon arrival in Taipei, you will be met at the airport by your guide. On the way to the pre-booked hotel, your guide will point out the highlights and history of Taipei. Spend the rest of the day at your leisure.

Meals included: None

Day 2 – Taipei

You will be collected from the hotel to begin Taipei tour after breakfast. The tour’s first point of interest is the world famous National Palace Museum, where your guide will ensure you derive maximum benefit by introducing you to the history and artefacts housed there, as prelude to exploring the archaeological wonders and historical exhibits at your leisure. Move from the museum to the Martyr’s Shrine, where you can see the ceremony of changing of the Honor Guards. Enjoy a change of pace with a leisurely bike ride at Da-dao-cheng along the Tam-shui River. A tour of Taipei would not be complete without a visit to the edifice commemorating the modern leader of Taiwan, Chiang Kai-Shek, in the Memorial Hall bearing his name. The day rounds up with a visit to the phenomenal tribute to modern engineering, the Taipei 101 Observatory. From the many viewing platforms on the 89th floor observation deck you can view extensive panoramas of all Taipei and capture the memories. The day ends when you are returned to the hotel.

Meals included: Breakfast

Day 3 – Taipei – Sun Moon Lake

After the breakfast, you will be driven to Sun Moon Lake, about 260 kilometres from Taipei. Upon arrival at Sun Moon Lake, you will start the tour by taking a one-hour relaxing cruise before paying a visit to Cien Pagoda and Wenwu Temple. Your guide will check you in at the hotel for an evening of relaxation and reflection.

Meals included: Breakfast

Day 4 - Sun Moon Lake – Tainan

In the morning, you will enjoy bike riding along beautiful cycling tracks featured internationally on CNN Travel. Alternatively, travelers can take a hiking tour to Mount Maolan to absorb the scenery of Sun Moon Lake. Commence the drive to Tainan, formerly the Old Capital of Taiwan with its centuries-old fortresses and temples. You will visit the historical Chikhan Tower, previously referred to as Provintia, a fortress built by the Dutch in the mid-1600s. Stops will be made at Koxinga’s Shrine and Confucius Shrine. You will be taken for check-in at your Tainan hotel for a relaxing evening.

Meals included: Breakfast

Day 5 – Tainan – Kaohsiung

Start the day by visiting to the Fort of Anping (Zeelandia), Anping Old Street and Anping Tree House (Former Tait & Co. Merchant House). You’ll have an opportunity to visit them all with your guide providing commentary on the region’s history, variously punctuated by international trade, occupation by the Dutch and Japanese, dereliction, and now restoration as efforts are maintained to preserve it.

Leave Tainan to Fo Guang Shan Buddhist Monastery to enjoy a relaxed walking tour around this remarkable shrine to Chinese Buddhism in all its forms. Appreciate the serenity of the surroundings and the temple’s residents who have dedicated their lives to the practice of Buddhism.

Proceed to Kaohsiung, Taiwan’s second largest city, where you will take a ferry trip to Chi-jin Peninsula to visit the Seafood Street and Matsu Temple before checking in to your Kaohsiung hotel. Relax and enjoy the local delicacies at the Liuhe Night Market if time permits.

Meals included: Breakfast

Day 6 – Kaohsiung – Kenting – Taitung

After breakfast, you will be driven to Kenting National Park, located at the very south of Taiwan. Kenting National Park gained its enviable reputation for beautiful beaches, idyllic vegetation and diverse corals, which thrive there. With the tour taking the scenic route, there will be stops at Maopitou, Oluanpi Light House, Long Pan Park, and other notable local sights. Following time at the Kenting National Park, your tour continues to Taitung via south-link highway passing by villages of the local aboriginal people and scenery southeast coast. Stopover at Duoliang Station, a former railway station, now is a good spot for the view of Pacific coastline. Check in to the hotel and enjoy the remainder of the day on your own.

Meals included: Breakfast

Day 7 –Taitung – Hualien

In the morning, visit the Beinan Cultural Park where you will explore the prehistory of Taiwan at the National Museum of Prehistory and the Beinan Archaeological Site. Depart Taitung and proceed to Hualien. Stops will be made on the way when you reach Tropic of Cancer Marker, Baqi Scenic Lookout and one of the Xiaoyeliu Scenic Area, Sanxiantai Bridge and Shitiping. On arrival in Hualien, you will be checked into the hotel and free to enjoy your evening. Alternatively, visit the famous Dongdamen Night Market to relax and enjoy the local delicacies.

Meals included: Breakfast

Day 8 – Hualien – Taroko Gorge – Jiaoxi (Yilan)

Start the tour of the world famous Taroko National Park. A reflection of Taiwan’s commitment to environmental protection, Taroko National Park covers over 92,000 hectares in the northern section of the Central Mountain Range. Well-known for its mountains and gorges, today’s visit provides the opportunity to pass by the Tunnel of Nine Turns, stop at Swallow Grotto, reflect at the Eternal Spring Shrine, walk the Shakadang Trails, and observe the vista from Taroko Gorge Gateway, the most impressive of all the gorges.

After the tour in Taroko National Park, drive to Yilan by making stops at scenic Qingshui Cliff and Fenniaolin Fishing Port, both perfect spots to capture beautiful travel memories that showcase the very best of Taiwan’s ocean and mountain landscapes. Travel on to Suao, to explore the fishing port and its bustling traditional seafood market. Visit the Lanyang Museum in Yilan to learn about the local history, the culture, and the landscape in this area. Make your way to Sanxing where you’ll visit a scallion farm and enjoy a full farm-to table experience, including hand-picking the scallions and making scallion pancakes in the local traditional method. After being on the move all day, balance out the activity with a relaxing natural hot spring bath at the hotel in Jiaoxi.

Meals included: Breakfast

Day 9 – Yilan – Jiufen – Taipei

Leave Yilan in the morning, as you drive along the Northeast Coast towards Jiufen Village, a scenic route along Taiwan’s Northeast Coast. Enjoy the guided walking tour through the village’s historical street. Following lunch, ordered with the assistance of your guide, your sightseeing continues with the drive to Yehliu Geopark. Marvel at the remarkable natural rock formations created by erosion and other natural forces. Let your imagination carry you away with what you ‘see’: mushrooms, animals heads and more. From here, you will be transferred to the hotel in Taipei and free to enjoy a relaxing evening.

Meals included: Breakfast

Day 10 – Depart Taipei

Your guide and driver will transfer you from the hotel to Taoyuan International Airport for your departure flight. Your Taiwan tour concludes today.

Meals included: Breakfast

Accommodation

Taipei
Sun Moon Lake
Tainan
Kaohsiung
Taitung
Hualien
Jiaoxi (Yilan)

Inclusions / Exclusions

Inclusions

  • Admission fees: to sightseeing spots and activities specified
  • Activities as specified in the itinerary
  • Excellent professional English-speaking guide
  • Ground transport in an air-conditioned vehicle with licensed driver as specified
  • 4-Star or 5-Star hotel accommodation with breakfast, based on double/twin occupancy as specified
  • Bike-riding at Da-dao-cheng
  • Cruise on Sun Moon Lake
  • Travel agency liability insurance during the tour
  • Government taxes and fees.

Exclusions

  • International/domestic flights and trains to/from Taipei
  • Visa
  • Gratuities to guides and drivers and any expense of personal nature
  • Meals: Lunches and dinners are excluded allowing you flexibility around meal choices. Your guide is able to make recommendations and order for you, if required.
  • Our tour package does not include travel insurance. Please purchase travel insurance before your trip to provide for any unforeseen circumstances.

Important Information

Important information – FOR PRIVATE TOUR

  • This is a private tour for your group of family or friends. There will be no other travellers in the group apart from you
  • Smart casual dress and comfortable walking shoes are recommended
  • Prices based on twin occupancy
  • The prices shown are not valid during any official holidays (including National Day, New Year’s Day and Chinese Spring Festival, etc.)
  • The itinerary may be adjusted due to any unforeseen circumstances
  • Optional tours to other destinations are also available
  • Any city not included in the existing tour package can be blended into a private tour
  • Arrangements for entering and exiting Taiwan from / to Hong Kong and Indochina are also available
  • Stays at Taipei can be extended upon your request incurring an extra cost.

Important information – FOR SMALL GROUP TOUR

  • This is a small group tour with fixed itinerary and guaranteed departures.
  • Smart casual dress and comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
  • Prices based on twin occupancy
  • The prices shown are not valid during any official holidays (including National Day, New Year’s Day and Chinese Spring Festival etc.)
  • The itinerary may be adjusted due to any unforeseen circumstances
  • Arrangements for entering and exiting Taiwan from/to Hong Kong and Indochina are also available
  • Stays at Taipei can be extended upon your request incurring an extra cost.

General important information

Booking Information
After purchase, you will receive a receipt and a Purchase Confirmation email with a Passenger Information Form. The Passenger Information Form must be completed within 72 hours of the purchase.

Any special requests, preferences and optional extras MUST be clearly stated in your Passenger Information Form. Any change requested after submitting your Passenger Information Form cannot be guaranteed, is strictly subject to availability and will incur surcharges as outlined in the Schedule of Fees below.

On purchasing this tour product, you are bound by the General Terms and Conditions, in addition to the specific terms and conditions outlined in this Important Information.

Read more

Surcharges
Please note: online credit card payment and PayPal payments incur surcharges.

Tour Start Dates
Private and custom tours can be scheduled to commence on any day. Multi-day small group tours start on set dates as indicated in the booking calendar for the specific tour.

Cities for Commencement of Tours
Taipei for multi-day small group, and most private tours, unless otherwise specified.
Any city for custom tours.

Express Trains
Standard seat for five star (Luxury) and four stars (Superior) tour packages.

Destination Transfer
Air-conditioned vehicle with licensed driver.

Arrive Early
Accommodation options are available for early arrival prior to commencement of tour. Bookings can be made online prior to checkout or arrangements can be made with a ChinaTours.com travel consultant.

Stay Behind
Accommodation options for staying behind after completion of tour are available. Bookings can be made online prior to checkout, or arrangements can be made with a ChinaTours.com travel consultant.

Tour Guide
All ChinaTour.com tour guides are bilingual speakers with intimate knowledge of an area/city, its culture, history, people, and food, which they will share on tour. ChinaTours.com does not operate commission-based shopping tours, which means our tour guides do not receive commissions for commission-based shopping stops.

Tour groups of 1-2 (<3) people will be provided with a guide/driver rather than a driver and a guide.

Small Group Size:
The maximum number of passengers in a multi-day small group tour is 12 people.

Optional Tours/Activities
Optional tour activities are available on request. Please contact ChinaTours.com directly to customize your optional tour activities and destinations.

Accommodation
Five star and four star hotels with premium location selected by ChinaTours.com are one of the best hotels in each destination.

Bedding Configuration
Bedding included in accommodation is double or twin bedding (subject to availability). Special arrangements available on request; additional charges may apply due to third party or hotel request.

Adjoining/Interconnecting Rooms
Adjoining/Interconnecting rooms are available subject to passenger’s request. Additional charges may apply due to third party or hotel request.

Child/Infant Policy
Child/infant price can be quoted separately.

Free of charge for Infant age 2 and under; child price valid for 2 to 11 years old.
Please note: Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult 18 years old and over to travel. No unaccompanied minors allowed.

Meals
All breakfast included. Lunch and dinner are excluded allowing you to choose cuisines.  Guides will provide recommendations and guide you there.

Exclusions

  • International flights to/from Taiwan
  • Visa
  • Gratuities to guides and drivers and any expense of personal nature.
  • Our tour package does not include Travel Insurance. We strongly recommend purchase of comprehensive travel insurance prior to departure to provide for any unforeseen circumstances.

Other Important Information

Passport
Customers are required to provide valid passport details either at the time of purchase. or within 72 hours of purchase. Failure to do so may result in cancellation of the booking. In this instance customers will be responsible for any costs and fees incurred.
A passport validity should be at least six months from the date of entry into Taiwan.

Visas
For the visitors come from one of the visa exempt countries or countries whose nationals are eligible for visa on arrival, no visa required if they stay less than 60 days. Otherwise, visitors must obtain a visa or authorization in advance. Please start arranging your visa as soon as you receive your documentation to account for any delays due to consulate operating hours.

Gratuities/Tipping
Gratuities (tips) for services of the tour guide and driver throughout the tour are not included in the tour package price.

Insurance
ChinaTours.com tour packages do not include travel insurance. We strongly recommend purchase of comprehensive travel insurance prior to departure to provide for any unforeseen circumstances.

Schedule of Fees
For changes to travel arrangements:

  • First change – No charge
  • For all subsequent changes – USD50
  • Any charges applied by a third party (for example, airline, cruise company, accommodation provider, other travel provider) cannot be waived

Cancellation
For China Tour Packages, ChinaTours.com charges cancellation fees at a percentage of the total tour package price, which are stated as follows:

More than 120 days prior to tour start date, no cancellation fee
60 -120 days prior to tour start date: 10 percent cancellation fee
31 - 59 days prior to tour start date: 30 percent cancellation fee
15 - 30 days prior to tour start date: 50 percent cancellation fee
Within 14 days prior to tour start date: 100 percent cancellation fee

Any charges applied by the third party (airline/cruise/train company, hotel, other service provider, card fee, bank fee) cannot be waived.

Travel Memories

Read what people say about travelling with ChinaTours.com


Customers from AU

Customers from AU

Customers from USA

Customers from USA

Customers from France

Customers from France

Customers from Ireland

Customers from Ireland


View More Travel Memories

Testimonials


 Lorna P
Lorna P
Reviewed on 16 Nov. 2024
Tripadvisor score 35 day personalised trip of China & Tibet

Oct 2024 • Friends

2 couples just completed a 35 day tour of China using individual English speaking local guides in each area we visited. We planned what we wanted to see and China Tours organised all the linguistics. We travelled by bullet train, cars & a plane to access areas not included in group tours. China Tours also provided us with some smaller boutique hotels at our request, which were amazing. The difference in cost for this personalised tour was great value. All the guides and drivers were very experienced and did their best to give us the most enjoyable experience. China Tours head office representative was always available on WeChat for any questions or changes which could effect our trip. (Such as a typhoon in Hong Kong on our last 2 days) As very experienced self guided travelers we would highly recommend China Tours in a country where the language & logistics are challenging.
Read more Read less
Dennis Yip
Dennis Yip
Reviewed on 3 Nov. 2024
Tripadvisor score Exceptional Experience with ChinaTours!

Oct 2024 • Family

We recently booked a private family vacation with ChinaTours.com for a week-long adventure in Xi'an and Luoyang, and it was nothing short of exceptional! The itinerary was perfectly crafted, allowing sufficient time to explore the iconic sites like the Terracotta Warriors and the breathtaking Longmen Grottoes and many more. Kudos to Ms. Lora of ChinaTours, everything was tailored to our interests, allowing us to explore hidden gems and local favourites. Our English-speaking guides, Felix (方洪杰) for Xi'an & Shirley (周丹丹) for Luoyang, were very knowledgeable and engaging, making history come alive for us. They were not only knowledgeable but also passionate about their cities, sharing stories and insights that enriched our experience beyond the typical tourist narratives. We had the opportunity to witness a few spectacular and mesmerizing cultural and historical performances at a grandeur scale, which added a personal touch to our understanding of the culture and history. The guides were very accommodating in the dining options, which allowed us to savour the delicious local cuisines of the Shaanxi and Henan provinces. The seamless transportation via the minivan and high-speed trains added to our travel experience, making everything relaxing and stress-free. ChinaTours truly thought of everything to ensure our family had an unforgettable trip in China. We highly recommend ChinaTours to anyone looking for a seamless and memorable visit to China!
Read more Read less
Excursion06754325819
Excursion06754325819
Reviewed on 31 Oct. 2024
Tripadvisor score Perfect trip in every way

Oct 2024 • Solo

This was a perfect trip in every way. Beautiful hotels, wonderful guides and drivers, sightseeing with explanations! I chose a private tour and the entire 3 week trip was exceptional . The itinerary was adjusted due to weather or unique museums exhibitions! All the hotels were excellent - clean ,modern and great locations with breakfast. New cars and excellent drivers. China Tours is my first choice as an exceptional tour company. They are number one! Very personalize travel , attention to detail and available 24/7. I will rebook with them!
Read more Read less
Robert N
Robert N
Reviewed on 28 Oct. 2024
Tripadvisor score China Tours review

Oct 2024 • Friends

If you’re going to China on a vacation, China Tours is the Company you must go with. Their tour guides are knowledgeable, efficient, courteous, and giving. The itinerary we chose was amazing and we were guided through the entire trip by these wonderful tour guides. They were always on time and greeted you with a smile. Once again, I highly recommend China Tours.😊👍😁🤩
Read more Read less
norm T
norm T
Reviewed on 28 Oct. 2024
Tripadvisor score China trip dated August 27, – September 16, 2024, seven cities in 3 weeks

Aug 2024 • Solo

China Tours did an excellent job of accommodating and coordinating the necessary paperwork, tickets, guides, setting up WeChat for direct communications such that I could communicate with my guides prior to my arrival, etc. for me to enjoy a relaxing adventure filled with new information. Regarding the guides, each one is very special, they are open to questions. Willing to adjust schedules, share personal information that we can compare to my western experience. Have a sense of humor about them, explain changes that need to be made, and each shares a perspective of China and its 5,000-year-old history and how it is a nation of tribes that work together resulting amazing functional society with the most sophisticated infrastructure the world has ever seen. China can be proud of each guide; each is an asset for changing the wests perspective and embracing all that China is doing to improve the world. I congratulate each of you for your dedication and work ethic to make my experience one I will always appreciate.
Read more Read less
deblau59
deblau59
Reviewed on 26 Oct. 2024
Tripadvisor score Fantastic Trip Down Memory Lane

Oct 2024 • Friends

Excellent Taiwan tour from China Travels. We found this company on the web and was super pleased with the communications and arrangements through Martha. I was traveling with my sister and 10 friends who had previously lived in Taiwan so we wanted to revisit our childhood. We started in Taipei, then went to Sun Moon Lake, Alishan and Tainan. Taroko Gorge was on our list due to the earthquake damage from last year, we changed places. Our tour guide, Cathy Lin, was great as she added some activities and places to our itinerary that were hidden gems. Very responsive to our needs throughout the tour. My friends were super pleased with the trip. Highly recommend for future travel arrangements.
Read more Read less
dida d
dida d
Reviewed on 25 Oct. 2024
Tripadvisor score UNFORGETABLE JOURNEY 2024

Sept 2024 • Family

Our family of 4 were really had an amazing private journey with China Tours. We really had a memorable journey in Shanghai, Kunming, Dali and Lijiang. Thanks to Martha who helped us with everything we need during this trip. Thanks to all tour guides and our drivers who were always company us with their patience and expertise. Thumbs Up to all of you. Hoping to see you guys again in another journey.
Read more Read less
baholmes89
baholmes89
Reviewed on 24 Oct. 2024
Tripadvisor score CHINA WOW!

Oct 2024 • Couples

Fantastic trip. Beijing, Xian, Chengdu, Yangtze River cruise, Shanghai. Guides on time, knowledgeable and good company. Everything went like clockwork. Martha organised all our requests and answered questions promptly. Hotels amazing, cars and drivers professional. Prices much cheaper than UK companies. Would recommend China Tours to all. 5*
Read more Read less
Thomas L
Thomas L
Reviewed on 23 Oct. 2024
Tripadvisor score Memorable 2 weeks in China.

Oct 2024 • Couples

We fully enjoyed the tour. Beautiful landscapes and comfortable hotels met our expectations. All the tour guides are first rate, many times they went above and beyond our expectations.
Read more Read less
kraig l
kraig l
Reviewed on 7 Oct. 2024
Tripadvisor score A Day in Xi’an with Cathy

Sept 2024 • Solo

I really enjoyed my recent private tour with China Tours! I remembered I took a China Tours about 13 years ago in Beijing and since I had a long weekend during a recent business trip, I decided to take the chance on them again and booked on-line. Working with Martha via email on short notice and right before the National Holiday, she was able to arrange a 1-day private trip for me to the Terracotta Warriors, Mosque, and the Xi'an Wall with Cathy K. as my tour guide. Even before my tour began, Cathy reached out to me and gave suggested a few sites to visit in the city the afternoon I arrived.

Morning of, pick up time was confirmed via WeChat and Cathy picked me up in a nice minivan and was escorted all day by a VERY knowledgeable tour guide in Cathy. She knew the tour well, the sites visited and their history, shared many welcoming stories and information. Her English was almost perfect and welcoming after a long business trip. More importantly, she knew her city well and made several great food recommendations - local lunch was amazing and so were the pomegranates! She even helped me purchase some jade necklaces as gifts.

Although it rained all day long, Cathy kept the tour upbeat and engaging - cannot say that about my sneakers that did not make the trip home.

The next day, Cathy went the extra mile by making sure I made it to the airport and my flight chatting me Chinese phrases for both the taxi driver and check in counter to ensure if needed I would not miss my flight.

I would like to give a BIG "XIE XIE" to CATHY K - an outstanding tour guide (and food connoisseur)! I very much enjoyed my day (wishing I had longer) and look forward to my return and another China Tours tour with hopefully Cathy K again.
Read more Read less

Highlights

For the very best in China tours

Filter our search options to find the best suited tour

Destination

Tour Durations

Reveal Tour Options

Quick Question

Expected reply 24 - 48 hours

"*" indicates required fields

This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.