Taiwan: Exploring Wonders in Taiwan

Day 1-2 | Flights Helsinki - Taipei  
On arrival transfer to Hotel New Continental 3* or similar 

Day 3 | Taipei / Feicui Reservoir / Bagua Tea Plantation / Shiding Old Street
New Continental Hotel 3* or equivalent | B
Explore the enchanting scenery of Feicui Reservoir (“Thousand Island Lake”) and its mountainous surrounding. 
Walk through neatly trimmed rows of tea bushes of Bagua Tea Plantation, learn about tea culture, and enjoy delicious, highly-prized tea from Taiwan. 
Learn the secret of making traditional noodles. 
Taste traditional Taiwanese cuisine at Shiding Old Street

Day 4 | Taipei / National Center for Traditional Arts / Taroko National Park
Silks Place Taroko Hotel 5* or equivalent | B, D
Visit the National Center for Traditional Art and be amazed by the traditional art performances and interesting architecture
Discover the beauty of Yilan, sample mouth-watering traditional snacks and learn about Local farming
Make a stop at Heren Shingle Beach and pass by the breathtaking Qingshui Cliff
Stay at Taroko National Park

Day 5 Taroko National Park / Baiyang Trail / East Rift Valley Highway / Taitung
Sheraton Taitung Hotel 5* or equivalent | B
Explore Taroko National Park, one of the world’s scenic and natural wonders
Enjoy a guided tour through the gorge and take in spectacular mountains, marble canyons and gorges, rapid rivers and waterfalls
Go for a walk on Baiyang Trail, including the pitch-black Water Curtain Tunnel (Trail is subject to change according to weather conditions)
Drive on the scenic Highway 9 through the bucolic East Rift Valley

Day 6 | Luanshan Indigenous Village / Taitung Forest Park
Sheraton Taitung Hotel 5* or equivalent  | B, L
Experience indigenous culture at Luanshan Indigenous Village. 
Visit Taitung Forest Park by bike, also named “Black Forest,” for its immense dark beefwood trees. 

Day 7 | Kending / Sheding Nature Park / Baisha Bay
Fullon Resort 4* or equivalent | B
Explore the natural and scenic landscapes of Sheding Nature Park in Kending. 
Enjoy the fabulous sunshine and local fare in sunny Kending. 
Delight in the peaceful atmosphere and glittery-white sandy beaches at Baisha (White Sand) Bay (optional to enjoy water activities at your own cost). 

Day 8 | Sicao Mangrove Green Tunnel / Anping Cultural Zone / Tainan Historical Sites 
Evergreen Plaza Hotel Tainan 5* or equivalent | B
Explore Tainan, the historical treasure chest of Taiwan, featuring ancient temples, forts, and a wide variety of traditional foods and sweet treats. 
Enjoy a boat tour through the Sicao Mangrove Green Tunnel. 
Discover the history and beauty of Anping Tree House and Anping Fort. 

Day 9 | Nantou (Zhushan) / Sun Moon Lake
Lealea Garden Hotel Sun Moon Lake-Moon 4* or equivalent | B
Walk on the trail of Ladder scenic area.
Visit the Bamboo Sky Ladder, a bridge surrounded by steep cliffs and cascading waterfalls. 

Day 10 | Sun Moon Lake / Gaomei Wetlands
Hotel Day Plus Taichung 4* or equivalent | B
Visit the scenic Sun Moon Lake, one of the most popular tourist destinations in Taiwan.
Hop on a bike or a boat to appreciate the nature and the enchanting lake-and-mountain scenery. 
Experience the ecological diversity of Gaomei Wetlands. 

Day 11 | Shei-Pa National Park
Shei-Pa Leisure Farm or equivalent | B, L, D
Explore the majestic Shei-Pa National Park and its photogenic mountains.
Relax at a secluded, leisure farm area and marvel at the sea of clouds.
Discover the many charming hikes and scenic areas in this peaceful park.

Day 12-13 | Taipei | B
Feel the creativity and innovation at Songshan Cultural and Creative Park.
Appreciate intriguing art exhibitions and modern architecture.
Enjoy a panoramic view of Taipei City from atop the stunning Taipei 101. 
After transfer to the airport and board the flight home. 

Meals
B = breakfast x 9 
L = lunch x 2 
D = dinner x 2