6D/5N Taipei & Hualien with Farmstay & Hotspring

Day 1

ARRIVAL TAIPEI
Upon arrival, you will be welcomed and transferred to the hotel. Free at leisure for rest of the day.

Overnight in Taipei.

Day 2

TAIPEI – HUALIEN     (B,D)
After breakfast, proceed to Yehliu for a spectacular view of the ocean and the terrain shaped by natural elements for thousand of years. See the natural rock formations in an amazing array of artistic shapes created by erosion and other natural forces. Thereafter continue journey to Chiufen - known as “the Gold Capital of Asia” during the peak of its gold mining days in 1890s. It became famous after “City of Sadness” which won international acclaim at the Venice Film Festival, was filmed here. The gold is gone, but Chiufen (Jiufen) built of closely-packed houses clinging to steep mountainsides, continues to offer enchanting scenery, unique teahouses and fascinating glimpses into the lifestyles of the past. En-route, visit Nantian Temple before proceeding to Hualien for Amei Aboriginal Cultural Village where you’ll observe their unique lifestyle and also enjoy Amei cuisines with bamboo tube rice.

Overnight in Hualien.

Day 3

HUALIEN – TAITONG     (B,L,D)
After breakfast, we visit the impressive Taroko Gorge – a ravine of towering marble cliffs with rapids roaring below, reputed as one of the world wonders. Drive along the gorge and you will be awed by the fantastic natural garden and followed by visit Enternal Spring Shrine, situated on the valley with a commanding view. We then proceed to Taitong for a hot spring bath at Lu Yeh River Seasonal Hot Spring. Please bring along your own swimsuit to enjoy this high quality hotspring. After which, proceed to Master Bear Resort where there are many facilities like golf driving range, karaoke and Heavenly Light in the evening for prayers.

Overnight at Master Bear Resort.

Day 4

TAITONG – KAOHSIUNG (B, L)
After breakfast, proceed to Kaohsiung for a visit to the Light of Buddha Mountain – Fokuangshan - which is one of Taiwan largest temple complexes and the island centre of Buddhist scholarship. Next, we will proceed to Mei Non Hakka Village where we have the opportunity to see traditional Hakka handicrafts, such as hand-made umbrella, bamboo handicraft, etc. After which, proceed to Spring and Autumn Pavilions dedicated to Kuan Kung, the God of War and Xuantian Shandi Temple. Then, let’s ‘put’ our love in Love River (Aihe) and take a boat ride at this well known Romantic Love River. Enjoy your evening with a shopping spree at Dream Shopping Mall.

Overnight in Kaohsiung.

Day 5

KAOHSIUNG – TAIPEI - TAOYUAN (B,L)
After breakfast, we return to Taipei and visit Martyr’s Shrine to view an elaborate ceremony of changing guards on an hourly basis. There after we visit National Palace Museum, which houses the largest collections of ancient Chinese art treasure which spans nearly 5,000 years of Chinese history. After lunch at Five Cents Driftwood House, we proceed to 101 Shopping Mall - the world tallest building. Enjoy your night at the largest night market in Taipei -Shihlin Night Market - where you may get some local handicrafts, clothes, toys, tasty local snacks and souvenirs.

Overnight in Taoyuan.

Day 6

DEPART TAIPEI (B)
After breakfast, transfer to airport for your flight back home.