8D7N TAIWAN TRAVELOGUE

• Assemble at Changi International Airport to check in for your flight to Taipei, Taiwan’s capital city. Upon arrival at Taoyuan International Airport, meet your local guide and transfer to check in to your accommodation.

• Journey to Taroko National Park, famous for its spectacular mountains and marble canyons. Make a stop at Buluowan Suspension Bridge, the longest and highest bridge in the national park to view the twists and turns of Liwu River. Proceed to Chishingtan Scenic Area, a tranquil seafront destination with a gravel shore, offering azure waters, pavilions and bike trails. Visit the Stone Sculpture Museum , the first stone sculpture-themed museum in Taiwan with gigantic stone sculptures collected over the years. End the day at Dongdamen Night Market, the largest night market in Hualien to gain a delicious insight into Taiwan’s local street food.

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• Proceed to visit Taiwan’s first and only aboriginal-themed Taitung Bunun Tribe Leisure Farm. Enjoy the eight-part chorus performance that is called "pasibutbut" in Bunun language, a ceremonial performance to pray for a good harvest of millet. Take part in fun-packed activities like archery and learn the sophisticated shooting skills that make them successful in hunting. Experience the unique culture of Bunun leather carving and weaving DIY to craft your own unique Bunun-style souvenir and savour a special flavour set lunch before we proceed to check in to a Hot Springs Resort to soak away fatigue.

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• Depart to visit Buddha Museum, a museum for everyone equipped with facilities to assist in spiritual cultivation and the attainment of wisdom, as well as serving as a site for culture and education. (Note: Buddha Museum closed on Tuesday, will be replaced with Fo Guang Shan.) Thereafter, visit E-Da Theme Park, the first and only Greek Aegean Sea inspired theme park in Taiwan with over 47 attractions located in three areas, all connected by a sky monorail. End the day with some shopping therapy at the mega E-Da Outlet Mall which spans over 4 storeys and houses over 700 brands.

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• Enjoy a scenic boat ride on the beautiful Sun Moon Lake, a beautiful alpine lake located in the middle of Taiwan. Nestled halfway up a steep slope on the north end of Sun Moon Lake is Wenwu Temple, an impressive structure laid out with one courtyard, two gardens and three halls in the manner of high-ranking temples. Stop by a local aboriginal product store for some local delights before we proceed to Puli Brewery Factory, known for producing excellent quality Shaoxing Wine. Thereafter, check in at Tai Yi Ecological Leisure Farm. The variety of flowers and plants at the farm are a feast for the eyes and the floral cuisine using fresh ingredients directly from the farm are a key highlight.

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• Often described as the Swiss Alps or Switzerland of Taiwan, Cingjing Farm is a beautiful mountainous scenic area in central Taiwan. Visit Green Green Grasslands and you’ll get to interact with some of the most adorable farm animals. Stop by a local tea shop for some local brewed tea before we depart to Taichung, Taiwan’s second largest city. Visit Rainbow Village, a tiny settlement in Taichung which is famous for its vibrantly painted houses and streets. The quirky village is one of the most colourful spots in Taiwan and a really fun place to visit! (Note: The village is closed on Monday, it will be replaced with Taichung Cultural Heritage Park if visit falls on a Monday.) Thereafter, shop and eat to your heart’s content at Fengjia Night Market, one of the most famous and bustling night markets in Taichung.
  

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• Return to Taipei and view Taipei’s most iconic landmark, Taipei 101, designed based on the Chinese lucky number 8. You may opt to visit the Observatory Deck (at your own expense) or simply explore the multilevel Tapei 101 Mall that gathers the world’s top brands to create a high-end shopping experience. Visit a local feng shui products store and a local delights store for some local souvenirs before we proceed to explore Ximending, the mecca for youth culture and a famous shopping district in Taipei with amazing street art, quirky restaurants and cafes.

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• Bid farewell to Taiwan with a transfer to the airport for our flight back to Singapore. We hope that you have had an enjoyable time with SA Tours!
  

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