7-Day Private Taiwan Tour: From Neon Cities to Misty Mountains

Get ready for a whirlwind of contrasts—steaming night markets, marble canyons, and tea-scented mountain air. This private journey sweeps you from Taipei’s electric energy to the serene heart of Taiwan, ending in the laid-back port city of Kaohsiung. Every day is crafted to balance iconic sights with hidden corners, ensuring you taste the island’s soul, not just its postcards.

Day 1: Taipei Arrival & The Iconic Skyline

• Morning: Arrive at Taoyuan International Airport (TPE). Your private driver-guide will greet you and transfer you to your hotel in the city center. Check-in and freshen up.
• Lunch: Din Tai Fung (Xinyi branch) – world-famous xiao long bao (soup dumplings) plus other Shanghainese delights.
• Afternoon: Ascend Taipei 101 (fast-track elevator to the 89th-floor observatory). Stroll through the adjacent Elephant Mountain Trail (short 20-min hike) for that classic skyline photo with the tower in the background.
• Dinner: Shilin Night Market – feast on oyster omelets, giant fried chicken fillets, and stinky tofu. Try the “hot star” large fried chicken.
• Overnight: Xinyi District (near Taipei 101) – e.g., Grand Hyatt Taipei or W Taipei.

Day 2: Taipei’s Heritage & Hot Springs

• Morning: Visit Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall (watch the changing of the guard) and the serene Liberty Square. Then, explore the narrow lanes of Dihua Street for traditional herbal shops and tea houses.
• Lunch: Yongkang Street – famous for beef noodle soup at Yongkang Beef Noodles and shaved ice at Smoothie House (mango ice is a must).
• Afternoon: Drive to Beitou Hot Springs. Visit the Beitou Hot Springs Museum and then soak in a private hot-spring bath at a traditional inn (e.g., Spring City Resort). Optional: stroll through Thermal Valley (sulfur fumes!).
• Dinner: Raohe Night Market – try the pepper pork buns (胡椒餅) from the famous stall at the entrance, plus grilled squid and herbal ribs soup.
• Overnight: Xinyi District (same hotel).

Day 3: Taroko Gorge – Marble Marvels

• Morning: Early transfer to Taipei Main Station for the high-speed rail to Hualien (approx. 2.5 hrs). Private driver-guide meets you at Hualien station. Drive into Tar
  

  What’s Included

  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Driver
  • Fuel Cost, Parking Fee, Toll Fee
  • Accommodation in selected hotels
  • Daily breakfast

  What’s Not Included

  • Entrance fees to attractions
  • Tour Guide
  • Meal (lunch and dinner)
  • International flights
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses