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Taiwan: The Beautiful Island

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Early Portuguese sailors named Taiwan Ilha Formosa, meaning ‘beautiful island’, due to the breathtaking scenery, which still impresses modern visitors today. The energetic capital, Taipei, is home to possibly the best collection of Chinese artefacts in the world, while Tainan showcases Taiwanese architecture. The countryside is perhaps the biggest surprise, with deep gorges, hot springs, tea plantations and rugged coastline.

Plan this tour with Kat & Simon Morgan — Personal Travel Consultants at Hays Travel. Call 0800 0662 694 for help comparing dates, departure points and room options.

Tour highlights

Discover ancient Chinese treasures at the National Palace Museum
Farewell dinner at a Michelin-star restaurant
Discover traditional Hakka culture at Beipu village
Guided tour of a Buddhist monastery
Private boat excursion on Sun Moon Lake

Further highlights

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Your itinerary

In supplier order. Some entries may cover multiple days; optional experiences are described by the supplier.

Sample itinerary. Choose a departure for its exact itinerary and hotel plan.

Day 1 — Fly to Taipei

Fly from London (regional connections available) direct to Taipei with China Airlines.

Day 1.1 — Transfer: Taipei to Sun Moon Lake

Day 2 — Arrive Taipei

Arrive in Taiwan’s capital and transfer to The Landis (or similar) for 2 nights.

Day 2.1 — Transfer: Sun Moon Lake to Alishan

Day 3 — Taipei

Full-day tour of Taipei, including the National Palace Museum, Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall, the Martyrs’ Shrine and Longshan Temple. Attend a welcome dinner this evening.

Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 3.1 — Transfer: Alishan to Tainan

Day 4 — Sun Moon Lake

Drive south to the village of Beipu, home to members of the Hakka ethnic minority. See the traditional architecture and sample Hakka food, then continue to Sun Moon Lake for a 2-night stay at the Einhan Taihe.

Meals: breakfast

Day 4.1 — Transfer: Tainan to Fo Guang Shan

Day 5 — Sun Moon Lake

Take a private boat excursion on the lake, then visit the Wenwu Temple and the Tse-en Pagoda.

Meals: breakfast

Day 5.1 — Transfer: Fo Guang Shan to Kenting National Park

Day 6 — Alishan

Drive to the Alishan Forest Park, one of the most spectacular mountainous regions of Taiwan. Afternoon walking tour of the park. Overnight at Alishan House.

Meals: breakfast, dinner

Day 6.1 — Transfer: Kenting National Park to Taitung

Day 7 — Alishan - Fo Guang Shan Monastery

Early morning ride on the Alishan Forest Railway to see the sunrise (weather permitting) from the summit of Mount Alishan. After breakfast, drive to the charming mountain township of Zhuqi, and take a stroll down historic Fenchihu Old Street. Continue to Tainan to visit Fort Anping and historic Yanping Street. Then proceed to Fo Guang Shan, the largest Buddhist monastery in Taiwan. Stay overnight at the Fo Guang Shan Monastery Guesthouse*.

Meals: breakfast, dinner

Day 7.1 — Transfer: Taitung to Hualien

Day 8 — Fo Guang Shan Monastery - Chihpen

Rise early and join the monks for morning prayers. Drive south to Kenting National Park, which protects an area of low-lying hills, limestone caves, forests and beaches. Explore the park on foot, then head north towards Taitung. Stay 1 night at the Formosan Naruwan Hotel & Resort (or similar) and enjoy the hot-spring facilities.

Meals: breakfast

Day 8.1 — Transfer: Hualien to Taroko National Park

Day 9 — East Coast National Scenic Area

Drive north through the East Coast National Scenic Area towards Hualien, and stay 1 night at Lakeshore Hotel Hualien.

Meals: breakfast

Day 9.1 — Transfer: Taroko National Park to Taipei

Day 10 — Taroko Gorge - Taipei

Morning visit to the remarkable Taroko Gorge. Drive to Taipei with a stop at Kavalan Whiskey Distillery for a tour and tasting. Stay overnight at The Landis. Tonight, attend a farewell dinner at a Michelin-star restaurant.

Meals: breakfast, dinner

Day 10.1 — Transfer: Taroko National Park to Taipei

Day 11 — Fly to London

Meals: breakfast

Your accommodation

Planned hotels or ships as published by Cox & Kings. Alternatives of a similar standard may be used. Hotel options are grouped as supplied and are not necessarily all included in one departure.

The Landis

The Landis Taipei Hotel is set in the city's financial district, less than 5 minutes' walk from the Zhongshan Elementary School MRT station. The hotel has a French art deco style and has hosted numerous celebrities. Accommodation is available in a range of rooms and suites, all well appointed and featuring marble bathrooms. Features: 209 rooms, Wi-Fi, fitness centre, 3 restaurants, patisserie. Room amenities: Television, hairdryer, air conditioning, safe, minibar.

Einhan Taihe Hotel

Nestled by the serene Sun Moon Lake the Taihe Hotel offers a blend of modern comfort and traditional charm. Located in a vibrant area, this boutique hotel features elegantly furnished rooms with stylish décor, plush bedding, and contemporary amenities. Guests can enjoy a range of services, including a delectable on-site restaurant, a well-equipped fitness centre, and attentive concierge assistance.

Alishan House

Alishan House has a delightful setting on the forested hillsides near Alishan Forest Park. Rooms are spread between a historic building dating from the 1950s, which retains some of its original features and contains most of the hotel's suite accommodation, and a modern building, which houses the regular guestrooms. Facilities include one restaurant serving Chinese food and a spacious terrace for enjoying the panoramic views from the hotel, and where stargazing experiences are held on clear evenings.

Fo Guang Shan Pilgrim's Lodge

Founded by Master Hsing Yun in 1967, Fo Guang Shan has evolved from a mountaintop bamboo forest to the largest Buddhist monastery in Taiwan. The two lodges here, Pilgrims and Bamboo Garden, offer en suite guest accommodation within the monastery. Rooms are basic but comfortable, with air conditioning, bottled water, small televisions and tea making facilities. Both lodges have convention rooms and extensive dining facilities serving vegetarian meals such as noodles or dumplings, in keeping with Buddhist stricture. Overnight stays at the monastery are subject to availability. If an unscheduled event is being held at the monastery, a night at a nearby hotel will be provided instead. Note: Regular towels cannot be provided at this location. C&K recommends you pack a travel towel for your stay.

Formosan Naruwan Hotel & Resort

Formosan Naruwan Hotel & Resort offers a relaxing retreat surrounded by the natural beauty of Taitung. This elegant hotel combines modern amenities with traditional Taiwanese design, providing a comfortable stay. Enjoy spacious rooms, a range of dining options, and leisure facilities such as a swimming pool, fitness centre, and hot springs.

Lakeshore Hotel Hualien

Nestled along the scenic eastern coastline of Taiwan, Lakeshore Hotel Hualien offers modern comfort with breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean and Central Mountain Range. Just minutes from Hualien City and key attractions like Taroko Gorge, the hotel features stylish rooms, restaurant, relaxing sauna and pool facilities, and exceptional service.

What’s included

Small group size - average 14 people (max 18)
Porterage at hotels and train stations
Welcome & farewell dinners
Guided sightseeing & entrance fees
Experienced local tour manager
8 breakfasts, 1 lunch & 4 dinners
Transfers in air-conditioned vehicles
International flights
Flexible - extensions & flight upgrades available
4- & 5-star accommodation

Dates & prices

Indicative supplier snapshot. Confirm price, room basis and availability before booking. Monthly estimates deduct a £250 deposit per person for Europe or £395 elsewhere, then divide by whole monthly payments ending no later than 42 days before departure. Rounded to the nearest pound; final payment adjusted.

London and Manchester departures available. Published tour fares are indicative and not airport-specific; confirm your selected airport and quote with Kat & Simon.

28 published departure and room-basis records. Standard prices are per person sharing; solo fares are labelled separately. Sold-out records are shown for reference.

Departure	Departure point	Duration	Room basis	Price per person	Status
5 March 2027	London	12 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £3,945~~ £3,845 Save £100 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
5 March 2027	Manchester	12 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £3,945~~ £3,845 Save £100 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
16 April 2027	London	12 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £3,895~~ £3,795 Save £100 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
16 April 2027	Manchester	12 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £3,895~~ £3,795 Save £100 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
15 October 2027	London	12 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £4,295~~ £4,170 Save £125 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
15 October 2027	London	12 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £5,590~~ £5,440 Save £150 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
15 October 2027	Manchester	12 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £4,295~~ £4,170 Save £125 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
15 October 2027	Manchester	12 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £5,590~~ £5,440 Save £150 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
29 October 2027	London	12 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £4,295~~ £4,170 Save £125 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
29 October 2027	London	12 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £5,590~~ £5,440 Save £150 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
29 October 2027	Manchester	12 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £4,295~~ £4,170 Save £125 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
29 October 2027	Manchester	12 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £5,590~~ £5,440 Save £150 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
3 March 2028	London	12 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £4,595~~ £4,470 Save £125 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
3 March 2028	London	12 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £5,940~~ £5,765 Save £175 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
3 March 2028	Manchester	12 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £4,595~~ £4,470 Save £125 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
3 March 2028	Manchester	12 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £5,940~~ £5,765 Save £175 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
14 April 2028	London	12 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £4,545~~ £4,420 Save £125 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
14 April 2028	London	12 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £5,890~~ £5,715 Save £175 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
14 April 2028	Manchester	12 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £4,545~~ £4,420 Save £125 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
14 April 2028	Manchester	12 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £5,890~~ £5,715 Save £175 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
13 October 2028	London	12 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £4,545~~ £4,420 Save £125 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
13 October 2028	London	12 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £5,890~~ £5,715 Save £175 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
13 October 2028	Manchester	12 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £4,545~~ £4,420 Save £125 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
13 October 2028	Manchester	12 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £5,890~~ £5,715 Save £175 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
27 October 2028	London	12 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £4,545~~ £4,420 Save £125 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
27 October 2028	London	12 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £5,890~~ £5,715 Save £175 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
27 October 2028	Manchester	12 days	Two sharing	~~Supplier price £4,545~~ £4,420 Save £125 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability
27 October 2028	Manchester	12 days	Solo	~~Supplier price £5,890~~ £5,715 Save £175 pp · Book by 29 November 2026	Snapshot — confirm availability

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