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5-Day Best of Taiwan: Sun Moon Lake, Tarako Gorge, Kaohsiung, Taitung

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Location: Taipei, Taiwan
Duration: 5 days
Product code: 30715A_CXL0


Overview
ItineraryDay 1: Taipei – Sun Moon LakeStop At: Sun Moon Lake, Zhongshan Rd., Yuchi Township, Yuchi 555 TaiwanThis morning you will depart from central Taipei and head for the heart of the island, Sun Moon Lake National Scenic Area. Sun Moon Lake is the biggest freshwater lake in the island. Divided by Lalu Island, the lake got its name from the unique terrains that look like sun on one side and crescent moon on the other side. The area around the lake is also the home to the Thao people, a group of Taiwanese aborigines.Duration: 1 hourStop At: Yidashao Pier, Yidashao, Riyue Vil., Yuchi Township, Yuchi TaiwanYidashao(Ita Thao), was named Te Hua village after the restoration of Taiwan. It has become the most populous area around the Sun Moon Lake. There are stores, restaurants, and hotels in the village. Also the thao people establishes the "Thao Cultural Village" for tourists to appreciate the traditional culture, songs, and dancing of the Thao Tribe.Duration: 30 minutesStop At: Xuanzhuang Temple, No.389 Zhongzheng Road, Riyue Village, Yuchi Township, Yuchi TaiwanMonk Xuanzang was the Holy Monk in the Tang dynasty. In 1965, the Monk Xuanzang's remains were moved to the Xuanzang Temple after the temple was rebuilt. There is a bell in front of the main gate,called "wake up bell." If you prefer quiet atmosphere, Xuanzang temple is the best places for you.Duration: 30 minutesStop At: Ci'en Pagoda, Yuchi Township, Yuchi 555 TaiwanCi-en Pagoda was built by Chiang Kai-Shek in memory of his mother in 1971. The Ci-en Pagoda is 46 meters in height and has become the famous landmark of Sun Moon Lake. Surrounding the tower are beautiful plants and trees and there are stone tables and chairs for visitors to take a rest. Duration: 30 minutesStop At: Wenwu Temple, No.63, Jhongshan Rd. Yuchih Township, Nantou City TaiwanWenwu Temple is located at the shoulder of mountain where is on the north of Sun Moon Lake. It was built in 1938.The temple is two (Longfeng Temple and Ihuatang) in one. It was rebuilt in 1969. Its gate is face to the north. People pray the Civil Saint of Confucius, the Military Saint of Guangong, and the Established God of two temples in the temple. Duration: 30 minutesNo meals included on this day.Accommodation included: Hotel Fleur de Chine – Mountain View Room(5-star), Sun Moon Lake or equivalentDay 2: Sun Moon Lake – Kaohsiung Stop At: Xiangshan Visitor Center, No.599, Jhongshan Rd., Yuchih Township, Yuchi TaiwanAfter breakfast, you will enjoy a pleasant walk around Xiangshang Visitor Center, a unique building that allows people to enjoy the beautiful views of Sun Moon Lake from the top. The Xiangshang Visitor Center is both for tourism and administration use. The uniquely designed building has wood-patterned exteriors and wings that stretch like human arms embracing the earth.Duration: 20 minutesStop At: Fo Guang Shan, No.153, Xingtian Road, Dashu District, Dashu District, Kaohsiung 84049 TaiwanAfter that, depart for Kaohsiung, the most populated city in South Taiwan, also a romantic harbor city. Your first stop is Fo Guang Shan, a large monastery founded by Master Hsing Yun in 1967. The signature of the temple is the huge statue of Buddha Amitabha in gold color that can be seen from miles away. Duration: 2 hoursStop At: Liuhe Tourist Night Market, Liuhe Rd, Qianjin Dist, Daliao, Kaohsiung 800 TaiwanAfter the monastery visit, move down the hill to the center of the city. It’s time to fulfill your appetite with some local delicacies at Liuhe Night Market, the oldest and most typical night market in Kaohsiung. Here you have a chance to taste the city’s signature street foods like the seafood congee, steamed salted shrimps, papaya milk drink, rice cake, Stinky Tofu…Today you will stay overnight in a centrally located 5-star hotel with department store, convenient stores and drug store nearby to get supplies for the trip.Duration: 1 hourMeals included: • BreakfastAccommodation included: Grand Hi Lai Hotel(5-star), Kaohsiung o
Supplier Name
Edison Travel Service
Additional Information
Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 7 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability,A small amount of walking is involved; comfortable shoes are recommended.,Standard hotel rooms in Taiwan contain either two single/twin beds or a double bed fit for two people. Twin-Share Accommodation is for two people per standard room (traveling parties are booked in the same room); Private Accommodation is for one person in a standard room.,For traveling parties with an odd number of individuals, either three people will be placed in a triple (three twin/single beds) or one person will be placed in a twin-share with another traveler or in private single room (at an additional cost), depending on availability,Not wheelchair accessible,Stroller accessible,Infants must sit on laps,Times and sequences are subject to change according to the weather and traffic condition.,Please arrive at the meeting point 5 minutes earlier than the pick-up time.,Most travelers can participate,Not recommended for travelers with physical disabilities,This tour/activity will have a maximum of 41 travelers,Face masks required for travelers in public areas,Face masks required for guides in public areas,Face masks provided for travelers,Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff,Social distancing enforced throughout experience,Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas,Gear/equipment sanitized between use,Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized,Guides required to regularly wash hands,Regular temperature checks for staff,Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival,Free masks are only available for those guests who do not have their own.
Inclusions:
4x Breakfast,Accommodation included: 4 nights,Air-conditioned vehicle,5-star hotel accommodation x 4 nights,Local General Liabilities Insurance,Entry/Admission - Maobitou Park,Entry/Admission - Eluanbi
Exclusions:
Lunch,Dinner,Gratuities

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518.36