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Taiwan Explorer: Lanterns, Lakes & Skyline Views

Nine days in Taiwan means nine days of temples, lanterns, lakes, and big city lights. Start in Taipei, where tradition and modernity collide at Longshan Temple and the skyline views from Elephant Mountain. Connect with Taiwan’s Indigenous Bunun community through their folk stories and art by Sun Moon Lake. Wander the colourful Dragon and Tiger Pagodas in Kaohsiung, sip tea in Jiufen’s lantern-lit lanes, and enjoy plenty of free time to craft your own adventure. Taiwan is small in size, but the memories here go big.

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9 DaysTaipei to Taipei
Valid on May 5 2026Trip Code: AQTE
From $2429.1 USDIncluding taxes and fees

Is this tour for me?

Travel Style: Classic

All of the highlights, culture, access, and I-can’t-believe-we-did-that moments, all at a great price.

Service Level: Standard

Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.

Physical Grading: 3 - Average

Some tours may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking.

Merchandising: New Trips

Trip Type: Small Group

Group trips average 12 travellers per departure, depending on the adventure. The maximum is usually no more than 16, but some can be smaller or bigger, depending on the trip. Check individual trips for details.

Age requirements: 12+

All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

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Taiwan Explorer: Lanterns, Lakes & Skyline Views - Itinerary

Trip Start: TaipeiTrip End: Taipei

DAY 1

Taipei

Arrive at anytime. In the evening, join your CEO for a welcome meeting and an orientation walk to get acquainted with Taipei.

Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group:
Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.

Orientation With CEO:
Enjoy a brief walk with your CEO. He/she will give you some tips on finding things like supermarkets, main squares, and ATMs. For more specific or in-depth information, an official guided tour is recommended.

Green World Taipei Station:
Green World Taipei Station

Taiwan Explorer: Lanterns, Lakes & Skyline Views - Itinerary

Trip Start: TaipeiTrip End: Taipei
DAY 1
Taipei

DAY 1

Taipei

Arrive at anytime. In the evening, join your CEO for a welcome meeting and an orientation walk to get acquainted with Taipei.

Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group:
Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.

Orientation With CEO:
Enjoy a brief walk with your CEO. He/she will give you some tips on finding things like supermarkets, main squares, and ATMs. For more specific or in-depth information, an official guided tour is recommended.

Green World Taipei Station:
Green World Taipei Station

DAY 2
Taipei
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DAY 3
Taipei/Sun Moon Lake
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DAY 4
Sun Moon Lake
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DAY 5
Sun Moon Lake/Tainan
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DAY 6
Tainan/Kaohsiung
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DAY 7
Kaohsiung/Taipei
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DAY 8
Taipei
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DAY 9
Taipei
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What’s Included

  • Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
  • Your Local Living Moment: Bunun Indigenous Tribe Experience, Shuanglong Bunun Village
  • Taipei Orientation Walk
  • Half Day City Tour of Taipei
  • Longshan Temple Visit
  • Chiang Kai Shek Memorial Hall
  • Elephant Mountain
  • Free time in Taipei
  • Rainbow Suspension Bridge
  • Bunun Indigenous Tribe Experience
  • Free Time in Sun Moon Lake
  • Free Time in Tainan
  • Anping Historic District Tour
  • Anping Fort Visit
  • Dragon and Tiger Pagodas
  • Free time in Kaohsiung
  • Jiufen Historic town visit
  • Golden Waterfalls
  • Yin Yang Sea Lookout Point
  • Heping Island Visit.
Accommodations
  • Hotels (8 nts).
Meals
  • 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch
Transportation
  • Walking, Metro, Bullet Train, Private Vehicle, Local Train.
Staff & experts
  • CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.

Taiwan Explorer: Lanterns, Lakes & Skyline Views Departure Dates

All Years

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Sun, Mar 15 2026Mon, Mar 23 2026Sold Out $2,564.1 USD
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Sun, Apr 12 2026Mon, Apr 20 2026Open (8)$2,699.1 USD
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Sun, May 17 2026Mon, May 25 2026Open (6)$2,699.1 USD
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Sun, May 31 2026Mon, Jun 08 2026Open (16)$2,699.1 USD
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Sun, Jun 07 2026Mon, Jun 15 2026Open (8)$2,429.1 USD
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Sun, Jun 21 2026Mon, Jun 29 2026Open (11)$2,429.1 USD
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Sun, Sep 06 2026Mon, Sep 14 2026Open (16)$2,699.1 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Sun, Sep 13 2026Mon, Sep 21 2026Open (16)$2,699.1 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Sun, Oct 11 2026Mon, Oct 19 2026Open (13)$2,699.1 USD
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USEFUL INFO

Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
Your Local Living Moment: Bunun Indigenous Tribe Experience, Shuanglong Bunun Village. Taipei Orientation Walk. Half Day City Tour of Taipei. Longshan Temple Visit. Chiang Kai Shek Memorial Hall. Elephant Mountain. Free time in Taipei. Rainbow Suspension Bridge. Bunun Indigenous Tribe Experience. Free Time in Sun Moon Lake. Free Time in Tainan. Anping Historic District Tour. Anping Fort Visit. Dragon and Tiger Pagodas. Free time in Kaohsiung. Jiufen Historic town visit. Golden Waterfalls. Yin Yang Sea Lookout Point. Heping Island Visit.

Learn Indigenous traditions through art and stories in Bunun Village, Take in Taipei from Longshan Temple to the skyline views atop Elephant Mountain, Marvel at the bright and beautiful Dragon and Tiger Pagodas in Kaohsiung, Wander Jiufen’s lantern-lit mountain village filled with tea houses and views

The information in this trip details document has been compiled with care and is provided in good faith. However it is subject to change, and does not form part of the contract between the client and the operator. The itinerary featured is correct at time of printing. It may differ slightly to the one in the brochure. Occasionally our itineraries change as we make improvements that stem from past travellers, comments and our own research. Sometimes it can be a small change like adding an extra meal along the itinerary. Sometimes the change may result in us altering the tour for the coming year. Ultimately, our goal is to provide you with the most rewarding experience. Please note that our brochure is usually released in November each year. If you have booked from the previous brochure you may find there have been some changes to the itinerary.

VERY IMPORTANT: Please ensure that you print a final copy of your Trip Details to review a couple of days prior to travel, in case there have been changes that affect your plans.

While it is our intention to adhere to the route described below, there is a certain amount of flexibility built into the itinerary and on occasion it may be necessary, or desirable to make alterations. The itinerary is brief, as we never know exactly where our journey will take us. Due to our style of travel and the regions we visit, travel can be unpredictable. The Trip Details document is a general guide to the tour and region and any mention of specific destinations or wildlife is by no means a guarantee that they will be visited or encountered. Aboard expedition trips visits to research stations depend on final permission.

Additionally, any travel times listed are approximations only and subject to vary due to local circumstances.

1. LUGGAGE
As we use (sometimes crowded) local transport please note backpacks, soft rolling bags or duffles are much more suitable than hard suitcases for this style of trip.

2. COMBO TRIP
Please note that this tour combines with other G Adventures tours. As such, the staff and some travel companions on your tour may have previously been traveling together with G Adventures, prior to Day 1 of your tour. Likewise, some staff and travel companions may be continuing together on another G Adventures tour, after your trip concludes.

3. ACCOMMODATION NOTE:
Please be aware that properties we stay in with only two stories may not have elevators installed and climbing the stairs with your luggage will be necessary.

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