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8days
Taiwan's Shimmering Shores: North to South
Taipei, Sun Moon Lake, Kaohsiung, Taitung, Kenting National Park
Bask in the scenic coastal vistas of Kenting National Park, led by a private guide.
Enjoy a private boat tour on the stunning Sun Moon Lake.
Visit the impressive Fo Guang Shan Buddhist Monastery.
Explore the sights of capital, Taipei, by night and by day with private guide.
Private airport transfers, and a curated collection of luxury accommodations.
* Please note: USD per person, double occupancy. Custom designed personal tour. Prices subject to change.
A travel experience like no other
This sample itinerary was created by experts and is meant to inspire your next trip. It is ready to be customized to suit your interests, tastes and budget so you can connect with local cultures and experience authentic travel on your own terms and departing whenever you choose.
TaipeiThe Adventure Begins
- Airport Meet & Greet
- Airport - Vehicle/Guide/Driver
TaipeiGet a Lay of the Land
- Taipei Discovery Tour (4 hrs) - Private
- Night Tour with Dinner at Din Tai Fung (4 hrs) - Private
Taipei to Sun Moon LakeA Change of Scenery
- Taipei - Sun Moon Lake [with Private Boat Tour (10 hrs)] - Vehicle/Boat/Driver/Guide
Sun Moon Lake to KaohsiungExplore with an Expert
- Sun Moon Lake - Kaohsiung [with Fo Guang Shan Buddhist Monastery, Walking Tour & Kaohsiung City Tour (10 hrs)] - Vehicle/Driver/Guide
- Kaohsiung Night Markets at Your Own Pace
Kaohsiung to TaitungA Dazzling Drive
- Kaohsiung - Taitung [with Kenting National Park (10 hrs)] - Vehicle/Driver/Guide
Taitung to Kenting National ParkNurtured by Nature
- Taitung - Kenting National Park [with National Park Day-Tour (10 hrs)] - Vehicle/Driver/Guide
Kenting National Park to Kaohsiung to TaipeiEn Route
- Kenting National Park - Kaohsiung [(2.5 hrs)] - Vehicle/Driver/Guide
- Train - Kaohsiung - Taipei [2-3 hrs] - Business Class
- Train Station - Vehicle/Driver
TaipeiBon Voyage
- Airport - Vehicle/Guide/Driver
TAIPEI

The Adventure Begins
For your added comfort, your guide will be waiting for you outside the customs area with a sign with your name on it. Your guide will assist you to co-ordinate meeting up with your private driver and accompany you to your accommodation.
Meet your driver for an airport transfer with a private vehicle and English speaking guide.
Where you’ll be staying
Deluxe Room
TAIPEI



Get a Lay of the Land
Today you’ll enjoy a half day private tour of the highlights of Taipei with an English-speaking guide. After a pickup at your Taipei Hotel lobby, you'll pass by the Presidential Office and will then visit the first stop of the day, Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall: an impressive monument to an important Chinese leader. At this majestic hall, you’ll enjoy over 25 hectares of landscaped gardens, graceful pavilions and ponds. Nearby the Memorial Hall are two classical-style buildings, the National Theater and the National Concert Hall. Afterwards, visit the National Palace Museum, home to nearly 700,000 pieces of ancient Chinese imperial artifacts and artwork. While many popular pieces remain on permanent display, other items are rotated regularly, making each visit unique. You’ll also stop at Xingtian Temple, a popular temple dedicated to Guan Yu, the patron saint of businessmen. This temple is situated on a street corner near the center of the city and is known for its sculptures of dragons that are featured in this temple’s design.
Enjoy a four-hour private evening tour with an English-speaking private guide. Modern Taipei is home to many temples, markets and exciting dining opportunities. This private tour combines these urban highlights with a visit to Lungshan (Dragon Mountain) Temple, Taipei's oldest and most famous as well as one of Taiwan's finest examples of temple architecture. Stop and enjoy a delicious dinner at internationally acclaimed restaurant Din Tai Fung, famous for their xiaolongbao (soup dumplings). There is also the opportunity to visit the lively Hwahsi Street Night Market and view Taipei's skyline atop the Taipei 101 Observatory (entrance ticket is included).
Where you’ll be staying
Deluxe Room
TAIPEI TO SUN MOON LAKE


A Change of Scenery
This morning, transfer to Sun Moon Lake by private vehicle with an English Speaking Guide (at disposal) for 10 hours. Sun Moon Lake is located in the middle of Taiwan and is situated 762 meters above sea level in the lofty mountains of Central Taiwan. Upon arrival, enjoy a private boat tour of Sun Moon Lake including the famous Wenwu Temple or Literature Warrior Temple dedicated to Confucius as Master of Pen and to Kuan Ti as Master of Sword, Tehua Village, Tse-En Pagoda and Holy Monk Shrine. Afterwards, you will be transferred to your accommodation in Sun Moon Lake.
Where you’ll be staying
Lake View Deluxe Suite
SUN MOON LAKE TO KAOHSIUNG

Explore with an Expert
This morning, after breakfast at your hotel transfer to Kaohsiung located in southern Taiwan by private vehicle with an English Speaking Guide (at disposal for up to 10 hours). Upon arrival, you will drive to Fo Guang Shan Buddhist Monastery, the most famous Buddhist sacred place of southern Taiwan. Here you will learn about Buddhism during a monastery walking tour, and visit the Main Shrine and Great Buddha Land, where you will find a huge Buddha statue. You may even have the chance to partake in an hour-long prayer/meditation session led by one of the monks (subject to availability). Afterwards, you will continue to Kaohsiung City, which is the second largest city of Taiwan. Discover the vibrant Lio Ho Night Market before heading to your accommodation in Kaohsiung.
Experience Kaohsiung after dark at your own pace, choosing between two of the city’s best-known night markets. Wander the lively stalls of Rueifong Night Market, sampling Taiwanese street food and browsing local snacks, games, and small shops. Alternatively, explore Liouhe Night Market, known for its seafood, tropical fruit, and relaxed atmosphere, offering a flavourful glimpse into local evening life.
Where you’ll be staying
Superior Room
KAOHSIUNG TO TAITUNG


A Dazzling Drive
This morning, transfer to Taitung via the Southern Link Highway by private vehicle with an English Speaking Guide (at disposal) for 10 hours. En route, you will visit the beautiful Kenting National Park, located at Taiwan’s southern tip. The 37 miles of coral-rimmed shoreline along three sides of the park provide its main attractions. Stop will be made at Oluanpi Light House, Maopitou coast scenic area and Kenting Forest Recreation Area before arriving at Taitung.
Where you’ll be staying
Superior (Standard)
TAITUNG TO KENTING NATIONAL PARK


Nurtured by Nature
Today, continue on your way with a visit to Chihpen Forest Area. Here, immerse yourself in nature with a tranquil forest-bathing walk. Next, journey along the scenic South Link Highway to Kenting National Park. Along the way, stop at Maopitou, a rock formation resembling a colossal crouching cat, and Chuanfan Rock, which looks like the sail of a ship or the profile of former US President Richard Nixon - depending on your perspective. Finally, visit the historic Eluanpi Lighthouse, built during the Qing Dynasty and celebrated as one of the 'Eight Views' of Taiwan during the Japanese colonial era. Today offers a perfect blend of natural beauty and fascinating landmarks - some of the best the southern tip of the island-nation has to offer.
Where you’ll be staying
Garden Room
KENTING NATIONAL PARK TO KAOHSIUNG TO TAIPEI

En Route
Enjoy a private transfer from Kenting National Park Area to Kaohsiung City. Approximate travel time with stops is two and a half hours.
Enjoy a high-speed rail transfer from Kaohsiung to Taipei. Your approximate travel time is 2-3 hours.
Enjoy a private transfer to or from Taipei Main Station
Where you’ll be staying
Deluxe Room
TAIPEI
Bon Voyage
Meet your driver for an airport transfer with a private vehicle and English speaking guide.
TAIPEI








Regent Taipei
Situated in the Zhongshan District, Regent Taipei places you at the heart of the city’s vibrant cultural, entertainment, and shopping scene. Contemporary interiors flow through 538 rooms and suites, complemented by eight restaurants, including Cantonese dining at Silks House, charcoal-grilled specialties at Robin’s Grill, and Japanese cuisine at Mihan Honke. Unwind at the rooftop heated pool or Wellspring Spa, then browse Regent Galleria, home to leading international boutiques. It is a refined urban retreat that keeps Taipei close while offering a sense of calm.
SUN MOON LAKE










The Lalu
Occupying a private peninsula on Sun Moon Lake, The Lalu stands on the site of a historic retreat dating to 1901, later associated with Crown Prince Hirohito and Chiang Kai-shek. Today, 96 rooms and suites overlook the lake, complemented by an infinity pool and a private jetty once reserved for Chiang’s use. Dining spans Italian, French, Asian, and Chinese cuisine, while a lakeside teahouse, library, lounge bar, and full-service spa add to the hotel’s serene opulence.
KAOHSIUNG








Grand Hi-Lai
Rising above Kaohsiung’s business district, Grand Hi-Lai Hotel pairs a stately neoclassical facade with a sense of old-world elegance, complemented by a 3,000-piece art collection featuring works by Chang Dai-chien and Giuseppe Castiglione. Its 535 rooms and suites sit above 13 restaurants spanning Cantonese, Shanghainese, and Taiwanese kitchens, plus Hanshin, the largest department store in Taiwan, on the lower floors. Jog along Kaohsiung's harbor, cool off in the tropical-style outdoor pool, or sweat it out in the Japanese sauna, all without leaving the building.
TAITUNG








Hotel Royal Chihpen
Located in Taitung’s famous Chihpen Hot Springs, and close to the Chihpen National Forest Recreation Area, Hotel Royal is surrounded with jade green forests and rich natural biodiversity. The hotel architecture features South Seas style in Taiwan’s first international class hot springs resort hotel. The resort features guest accommodations, all with large glass windows affording excellent views of the surrounding rich natural landscapes. The hotel offer many recreational facilities and amenities, including a wide variety of hot springs for your relaxing enjoyment, professional spa services, perfectly prepared exquisite culinary options and world class meeting facilities, ensuring you will enjoy the finest relaxing resort accommodations in the true spirit of Chihpen hospitality, to ensure your memorable experience!
KENTING NATIONAL PARK









Gloria Manor Kenting
Tucked within Kenting National Park, Gloria Manor occupies a former 1958 Forestry Bureau guesthouse once used by Taiwan's presidents. Today, its white modernist design frames views of Mt. Dajian and Dawan Bay. The resort was named one of Asia's Top 10 National Park Resorts and is a member of Design Hotels. Its 65 rooms and suites feature understated Japanese influences, some with tatami flooring, while Mu Restaurant, Mu Lounge, and GaduGadu Brunch spotlight local ingredients. An outdoor pool, spa, gym, and kids' playroom complete this refined nature retreat.
Made to Order
- Choose from a range of places to stay, from impeccable five-star hotels to equally outstanding boutique ones.
- Tailor your trip to include a wide variety of activities, from the must-see's to the lesser-known, local experiences, and even the exclusive ones you may not know about.
- With no fixed dates or set schedules, you can explore on your terms.
- Whether you're celebrating one of life's big moments or looking to fulfill a personal journey, we always work with you to ensure we're creating a trip-of-a-lifetime.
What's included
- A fully customized itinerary based on your interests and schedule
- 24/7 in-destination support from our local office
- Regional flights between stops in your itinerary (unless otherwise indicated)
- All accommodation stays, tours and transfers for scheduled activities are covered, unless otherwise listed in the itinerary
- A private driver for tours and transfers (in some countries our local private guides also act as your driver - your Destination Expert will discuss with you if applicable)
- Local private guides or shared tours that take you through your itinerary highlights and experiences, your final itinerary will confirm the type of tour
- A greeting at the airport or at your accommodation from one of our representatives – your expert will confirm your meet and greet location with you
- Breakfast each morning at your hotel, plus any meals indicated in the itinerary
- One suitcase and one carry-on per person for trip transfers
What's not included
- Your international airfare – please do let your expert know if you'd like to receive pricing from our Air Team
- Travel insurance, which we offer and can be purchased after you've booked your tour
- Visas (unless noted)
- Tips for services and experiences
- Lunches, dinners and drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic), unless specified in the itinerary
- Excess baggage charges, and where applicable, baggage not included in your fare
- Personal charges such as laundry, phone calls, SIM cards or room service
- Early check-in or late check-out from hotels (unless otherwise specified)
- Additional sightseeing, activities and experiences outside of your itinerary
- Optional enhancements like room or flight upgrades, or local camera or video fees
- Passport fees, immunization costs, and local departure taxes (when applicable)
Protect your travel
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