For most visitors, merely seeing the magnificence of Taroko Gorge from one of the many vantage points along the road is enough. This tour is for those looking to go deeper. We'll begin with a trip down the coast, pausing for a rest beneath the dramatic cliffs for which the area is justly known before heading into Taroko Gorge for the first of two hikes. The Shakadang Trail is a relatively level 3 km round-trip hike that follows the river and offers impressive views at every turn. The Zhuilu Historic Trail (originally built by the Japanese military) is significantly more challenging, being both twice as long and requiring some serious climbing; at points, you'll find yourself looking down into the gorge far below. You'll also visit the famous night market in Hualien with a chill vibe and savor the local eats. After two days of hiking, you will further explore the Hualien natural beauty through a river tracing adventure.
What is included in the tour
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Accommodation
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Guide
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Insurance
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Meals
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Additional Services
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Transport
What is NOT included in the tour
- Flights
- Head down the beautiful east coast highway and pass by windswept coast and dramatic cliffs along the way.
- We will hit the Shakadang trail for the first hike of the tour.
- Head deeper into Taroko Gorge.
- The Zhuilu historic trail is an intermediate-level hike including climbing and an amazing view from the top.
- Taroko experience to the next level by river tracing.
Day 1 Taipei - Taroko Gorge
Pick up at your accommodation in Taipei and leave the city behind. Head down the beautiful east coast highway and pass by windswept coast and dramatic cliffs along the way. Entering Taroko Gorge, we will hit the Shakadang trail for the first hike of the tour. It's a mostly 3km hike, and you may dip your feet into the azure waters of the Shakadang River along the way.
- Pick up from your accommodation in Taipei
- Stop at Qingshui Cliff on the famous Suhua Highway coastal road
- Shakadang Trail walk through scenic valley with impressive marble rocks
- Sampling local specialties at Hualien night market (at your expense)
- Stay at 4-Star Arsma Hotel(DOUBLE/TWIN) or equivalent
Day 2 *Taroko Gorge *Zhuilu Historic Trail *Hualien Night Market
- Breakfast at hotel
- Zhuilu Historic Trail hike, one of the most spectacular hikes in the world (approx. 5 hrs return walk)
- A light lunch will be available on the way to the trail
- Stay at 4-Star Arsma Hotel(DOUBLE/TWIN) or equivalent
After breakfast, head deeper into Taroko Gorge, passing shrines and waterfalls along Taiwan's most scenic road before beginning the second hike of the tour. Constructed by the Japanese, the Zhuilu historic trail is an intermediate-level hike including climbing and an amazing view from the top. The perfect way to burn calories, but don't worry - a light lunch will be arranged along the way.
Day 3 Taroko Gorge - Yilan - Taipei
Take your Taroko experience to the next level by river tracing, an exciting activity that incorporates the skills of hiking bouldering, and river crossing. After this challenging and interesting morning, head back up the coast to Taipei via Yilan.
*In the event of inclement weather or other unforeseen circumstances, MyTaiwanTour reserves the right to alter the activity and tour itinerary.
*If you are looking for alternative activities in Hualien, please add the supplement to the inquiry.
- Breakfast at hotel
- Morning river tracing
- Head back to Taipei and drop off at your accommodation
