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Top Things to do in Taiwan
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Top 10 Historical & Heritage Tours in Taiwan, Taiwan
Taiwan (/ˌtaɪˈwɑːn/ ( listen)), officially the Republic of China (ROC), is a state in East Asia. Its neighbors include the People's Republic of China (PRC) to the west, Japan to the northeast, and the Philippines to the south. It is the most populous state and largest economy that is not a member of the United Nations.
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1. Two-days Puli Town & Sun Moon Lake & Lukang Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Sun Moon Lake is a beautiful scenic area in Taiwan and a popular tourist destination. Besides the lakeside scenery, one can also enjoy boat rides, Taiwanese street food, gift shops, temples, a gondola, aborigine theme park, and more. It is for sure a must-see destination for anyone coming to vacation in Taiwan. • Visit Chung Tai Buddhism Monastery, one of the four biggest Buddhist monasteries in Taiwan. • Enjoy the natural beauty of Sun Moon Lake, a designated National Scenic Area, and visit Wen-Wu Temple, Tehua Village, and Holy Monk Shrine which dotted at the lakeside hill • Lukang Town is well-known for having the most gorgeous temples in Taiwan. The two most famous temples in Lukang are Longshan Temple and Tienhou Temple. Lukang Longshan Temple is the largest temple in Lukang, highly valued as the Hall of Taiwanese Art & Culture and the Treasure of Chinese Architecture.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Professional English-speaking guide, Site visits per itinerary, Overnight accommodation, Hotel pick-up and drop-off, Bottled water
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, All personal expenses such as telephone bill, laundry, mini bar, pay TV and porterage.
Reviewed By clkuo2020
Thoroughly enjoyed this 2 day tour. Very lovely. The view of Grand Taroko Gorge Park is amazing. Well worth it and I definitely recommend it.
2. One-day Yangmingshan NP Beitou Hot Spring Park and Tamsui Tour Package
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
You can see the active volcano activities and enjoy hot spring just 30 minutes away from downtown Taipei. When you walk along the Tamsui river old street, you will understand the 200 year development history of Taipei city. Just following the itinerary Pickup at Taipei city hotel Yangmingshan National Park Beitou Liuhuanggu Valley Beitou Thermal Valley Jinshan Old Street and duck meal Tamsui Fishman’s Wharf. Tamsui Old Street. Stay at Taipei city hotel.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Guests have to their own accommodation, such as hotel, meals, entrance fees and others.
Reviewed By gullipryl
We hired David around 6 months before our trip and made many changes to the places we wanted to go. He was very flexible with the changes and came up with a concise route to travel around Taiwan. However our trip clashed with the Covid-19 case and we were worried to travel to Taiwan. David reassured us that it is safe for us to travel to Taiwan and told us that he even had a few tourist he guided a week ago. Hence we decided to go to Taiwan! David is paasionate, responsible and always punctual. He would also go the extra mile to buy my family fruits in the morning and also provide us with umbrellas when it was raining. Furthermore, David is extremely knowledgable! Along the road he would always provide us with detailed information about places and even trees and flowers!! On top of that, he also knows many good photo-taking spots and help my family take photos. He is well connected with the people at different parts of Taiwan too. David would also recommend us food places that we MUST try which ARE really good!! He is also very humorous so that we wouldnt be bored throughout the whole trip. He ensured that everyone in my family had fun and felt the warmth and passion of the Taiwanese, of which we really did!! Overall, my family really enjoyed our trip with David definitely would contact him again if we are back in Taiwan!! Highly recommend !!
3. Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Taipei Private Tour
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 23 reviews
This is not just another city tour; this is the best of Taipei from a unique perspective! Get to know Taipei on a city tour that gives you the perfect overview, with city highlights, hidden gems, storytelling, and a local treat - this tour has it all! Forget about big touristy groups and the crowds; it's time to see Taipei at its best but from the eyes of a local. Check out main landmarks like Chiang Kei Shek Statue, Bao’an Temple, Maji Market and uncover hidden gems and city secrets with the help of a knowledgeable local guide. And the cherry on top, a local treat is included. Withlocals Highlights & Hidden Gems Private City Tour™ is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local produce and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups.
Inclusions: Private tour, Small-group tour option available, Private Guide, 1 local drink/tasting, Transportation
Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Extra food & drinks
Reviewed By PhilA330
What a great day we spent with Judy. She is knowledgeable, personable, easy going, and very importantly, has a keen sense of humor. We customized our tour to not only include food which was excellent, we also had her show us some Taipei neighborhoods and markets that are not on the usual tourist trail. If you want to have a fun experience that you'll always remember and will exceed your expectations choose the Taiwan local Judy! PS. I am not usually a donut fan but you have to make sure she takes you to the Taiwan donut shop. Awesome!
4. Private tour Authentic Taipei
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4.8 based on 6 reviews
Please be aware that this tour is adapted to the local regulations post-Covid-19. Our hosts will deliver this experience with the required equipment always keeping the distance suggested by local authorities. It will be safe and entertaining! Stroll through the narrow alleyways of Taipei’s oldest district. See how the locals live and chill-out on the streets: playing board games, drinking tea, and eating out. Visit a local school and try the wooden hoop game that local kids have played for centuries. Pass through the tiny street full of Chinese medicine shops, a hidden treasure you’d never find in a tourist guide book. On this private tour you can experience the authentic Taipei. You can also enjoy the must-see sights such as the awesome Lungshan Temple: the oldest and most beautiful temple in the whole of Taipei. Back in the tranquil, relaxed street-life atmosphere, your host can tell you all about the local traditions, customs, and how strong family values!
Inclusions: private guide, Due to post Covid-19 policy this tour has a limited amount of participants, Tips and tricks about the local way and information on Covid-19 regulations from our local guide, Your local host will reach you to make sure all precautionary measures are taken, Private experience only for you and your family/friends with social distance involved
Exclusions: hotel pick up and drop off, food & drinks
Reviewed By Kapatee
We arrived a bit early and June was waiting for us. She started with the Longshan Temple and explained what was going on, the local religions and worship, very interesting. We moved on to the traditional medicine area and tried some teas. We also had a look at the preserved old shops. June was cheerful and pleasant and knowledgeable. She ordered some local buns for us to finish with which were delicious. Family of five from Australia.
5. Jiufen Walking Tour
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4.8 based on 6 reviews
✔️Discover the hidden Jiufen Town that is only known to locals ✔️Experience the near extinct gold-prospecting skills unique to Taiwan ✔️Spot the breathtaking panoramic view of coastal-hill regions --- Jiufen, probably already on your bucket list of must go places, is one of the most renowned cities among travelers to Taiwan. Once the most dominant gold mine city of Asia under Japanese colonization, she enjoyed prominence even well into the 1950s. For decades, Jiufen was celebrated for its luxurious life style, grandeur of its temples and theaters, and the size of its visitor crowds. Today, Jiufen is mostly appreciated for its local cuisine, the coastal views of North Taiwan, and its relation to popular movies such as Spirited Away and A City of Sadness. However, on this fascinating route, we take you to the unknown side of Jiufen away from the clustered tourist sites - Come with us on this tour to travel back in time and see the authentic Jiufen Town in its golden years!
Inclusions: Introduction, Gratuities
Exclusions:
Reviewed By Michiel88
The Taipei golden age tour was really fun and informative. Our guides Ying-Hsuan and Emily did a really good job! Would definitely recommend this tour.
6. Small-Group Tour: Jiufen, Yehliu Geopark, and Shifen from Taipei
Overall Ratings
4.4 based on 85 reviews
Take a full-day tour of the highlights of the Northeast Coast including Yehliu Geopark, Golden Waterfall, Jiufen Old Street, Shifen Waterfall and Shifen Old Street. A shared tour operated in a small-group of no more than 8 people and includes round-trip transportation from your accommodation in Taipei City.a~
Inclusions: Hotel/Railway station pickup and drop-off, Fuel surcharge, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Air-conditioned vehicle, Driver/guide, Landing and facility fees
Exclusions: Entrance fees (Approximately $3), Food and drinks
Reviewed By Piotr K
We had RTR arrange a river tracing experience for us near Hualien. The idea is that you put on a wet suit, then trace a (small) river upwards through a beautiful gorge by wading, hopping on rocks, and occasionally swimming. Most people go in larger groups but RTR set up a private tour for us, which worked out great since we went with our 6 year old who wouldn't have been able to keep up with a group of adults. The guide RTR booked was great, and even though we had only booked for 4 hours we ended up staying out for 6-7 hours (by mutual agreement). Both us and our kid enjoyed the outing immensely and felt safe and taken care of even though there wasn't a ton of rules and our guide didn't hover over us. Highly recommended if you like hiking, are in reasonable shape, and want to try something a little different.
7. Private full day trip to Pinxi, Shifen & Jiufen
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4.4 based on 47 reviews
Escape the hustle of Taipei for a day and discover the spectacular beauty of the nearby countryside. Experience stunning waterfalls, fly your own sky lantern, and enjoy a delicious taro dessert in a mountain top cafe. All this and more is possible on this private tour just for you. This tour can be organised in Mandarin Chinese language.
Inclusions: Private tour, A Minors lunchbox, A famous Taro desert, A driver, car and parking costs, Local Guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Exclusions: Extra food & drinks
Reviewed By Kapatee
We arrived a bit early and June was waiting for us. She started with the Longshan Temple and explained what was going on, the local religions and worship, very interesting. We moved on to the traditional medicine area and tried some teas. We also had a look at the preserved old shops. June was cheerful and pleasant and knowledgeable. She ordered some local buns for us to finish with which were delicious. Family of five from Australia.
8. 4 Days Taiwan Tour (Daily )Sun Moon lake, Kaohsiung, Kenting by train and coach
Overall Ratings
4.3 based on 4 reviews
To visit famous tourist spots in Taiwan, such as natural landscapes, Taiwanese traditional Monuments, temples, ocean and Sun Moon Lake in this 4 Days Taiwan Excursion. You will leaving from Taipei City by comfortable coach, and enjoy boat sightseeing at Sun Moon Lake (Wen Wu Temple~Ita Thao~ Holy Monk Shrime). You will visit Lukang Historic Area on the 2nd day, then take the train or bus to Kaohsiung City. When you arrive at Kaohsiung Station, our local tour will pick you up to the hotel. On the 3rd day, you will bound for Kenting National Park for the whole day. On the 4th day, after visiting Kaohsiung City (Former British Consulate, Sizih Bay, and Spring & Autumn Pavilions), you will then return to Taipei by train or bus.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast
Exclusions: Lunch & dinner, tips and personal expense
Reviewed By timon s
Reading the reviews we were a bit reluctant to book this tour. But it turned out to be a great day! The scenery is amazing and Josephine adequately led the group from one place to another. If you like to spend a lot of time in one place, than this is not the tour for you because you don't get an awful lot of time at the different spots. But if you're looking for a tour in which you want to see many things in one day, then we would definitely recommend it. Josephine was very friendly and was willing to explain a lot. Everything was perfectly organized and the lunch was amazing.
9. 9 days Taiwan Excursion-4 Star (2 people minimum)
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4.0 based on 1 reviews
You will be met at the airport by our driver to begin your journey. With our expert tour guides, you will have the best possible experience as you tour this beautiful island, rich in both culture and tradition. We will take you to the beaten track and into the lives of the people of Taiwan in this 9 days tour.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Hotel accommodation (with breakfast)/Travel insurance/Highway toll & parking fees
Exclusions: Flight tickets/Baggage handling fees/Any personal expense/Lunch and dinner/Visa/Tips
Reviewed By timon s
Reading the reviews we were a bit reluctant to book this tour. But it turned out to be a great day! The scenery is amazing and Josephine adequately led the group from one place to another. If you like to spend a lot of time in one place, than this is not the tour for you because you don't get an awful lot of time at the different spots. But if you're looking for a tour in which you want to see many things in one day, then we would definitely recommend it. Josephine was very friendly and was willing to explain a lot. Everything was perfectly organized and the lunch was amazing.
10. Jiufen Village (Chiufen) and Northeast Coast Half-Day Tour from Taipei
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 229 reviews
Immerse yourself in the nostalgic atmosphere of 1940s. Far from the bustling urban life, these small towns have their own charms and flavors. Jiufen is one of them, a hillside town that was once prosperous during the boom of gold mining. In this tour, you will learn about the mining history of Taiwan, and enjoy a scenic tour along the stunning Northeast Coast.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Professional tour guide, Admission fee and entrance ticket included in the itinerary, Insurance, Hotel pick-up and drop-off (Taipei City downtown only)
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities
Reviewed By LauraS_0404
Me and my mum were a part of this wonderful journey back in 2015. The hotels are lovely and charming, well-deserving 5 stars. The pre-selected spots are full of history. However, the best part was the german-speaking guide Lenny. He is fluent in German and very eloquent. Always with a service-oriented focus and full of knowledge. Without him the whole journey would not have been such a great experience. Thank you Edison Travel Service for such an unforgettable journey.
