Things to do in Hualien City, Hualien: The Best Private Tours

Popularly known as KoM, this is a legendary cycling route spanning 105km with a 3,275m elevation gain, and one of the top "must-do" rides for avid cyclists in Taiwan. Starting from Hualien City, this challenging one-day adventure will pass through the breathtaking sights of Taroko National Park, features steep ascents and winding roads, and ends at the summit of Hehuan mountain. During the trip, you will have support by van escort, and a bicycle mechanic. There will also be pit stops along the way should you need to rest.

Inclusions: Fuel surcharge, Snacks & Sports Beverages, Hotel pickup & Hotel drop off (Hualien City only), Support Van, Shuttle to/from accommodation in Hualien City

Exclusions: Accommodation, Gratuities, Cycling Gear (Shoes, Helmet etc), Bicycle (Road Bike Rental available on request)

Enjoy the best of both worlds in this day tour that brings you to explore the most scenic coastal route in Taiwan (Highway 11), and wander valleys bordered by mountain ranges (East Rift Valley). Highway 11 is often referred to as the most beautiful road to drive along in the whole of Taiwan with the Pacific Ocean on one side and the coastal mountain ranges on the other. Flanked by the Central mountain ranges to the west and the Coastal mountain ranges to the east, the East Rift Valley National Scenic Area reminds one of a realm hidden away from the rest of the world.

Inclusions: Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Fuel and tolls, Hualien City pick-up & drop off, Hiking stick and safety helmet, Bottled water

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Lunch, Gratuities

Standing at over 3400m, Hehuan mountain boasts breathtaking 360 degree vistas of Taiwan’s mountain ranges, and is the perfect place for travelers who wish to experience the magnificence and beauty of high mountain scenery without having to hike long hours. Unlike the highest peaks in Taiwan which require you to travel mostly by foot, Hehuan mountain is accessible by public roads that lead up to an elevation of 3275m. Reaching the peaks of Hehuan mountain does not require you to have any experience in mountain hiking. In fact, most trails in Hehuan mountain are well paved and only require an average of 1-2 hours to complete. Location: Hehuan Mountain Duration: 2 days

Inclusions: Lunch, Booking service for Hehuan mountain accomodation (Songsyue Lodge or Ski Lodge), Tolls surcharge, Fuel surcharge, Hualien City pick-up & drop off, Hiking stick and safety helmet

Exclusions: Souvenirs and personal expenses, Accommodation cost, Meals, Gratuity (optional)

Enjoy a one-day 【Private Tour】exploring the majestic mountains of Taroko National Park with an experienced local guide. You will explore the magnificent Qingshui Cliff in the morning, trekking in Shakadang trail along the crystal clear river, visiting the Eternal Spring Shrine as if we were walking into a Chinese painting, strolling the most stunning spot Swallow Grotto and learning interesting stories from your knowledgeable private tour guide. After enjoying the local aboriginal cuisine, you’ll continue exploring Taroko. You will stop at Cimu Bridge and appreciate the most amazing view in the park, walking in Nine Turns Tunnel to see Liwu River has cut deep into the marble, carving out sheer cliffs that tower overhead. Finally, tour ends at Qixingtan, a pebble beach that is considered the most iconic spot in Hualien. This is a flexible and private trip suitable for every age.

Inclusions: Entrance fees to sites listed in itinerary, Private English-speaking guide, Transport by air-conditioned vehicle, Bottle water , Fuel surcharge

Exclusions: Lunch

Taroko National Park is known for its majestic, nearly vertical marble gorge landscape. Along the gorge landscape of Liwu Creek, you can see thousands of cliffs, cliffs, canyons, winding tunnels, Dali rock formations and streams. The waterfall is an important landscape of Taroko National Park. From the Tarokokou to the Wenshan, there are quite a few waterfalls. The most famous ones are the Baiyang Waterfall, the Silver Belt Waterfall, the Changchun Waterfall, the Green Water Waterfall, and many other unknown waterfalls. Yanzikou and Jiuqu Cave are the most exciting natural wonders of the Taroko Gorge. They are also the narrowest two sections of the canyon. There are pedestrian trails on the side of the river for visitors to enjoy. Many small caves can be seen on the marble cliffs on the other side of the swallow's mouth. Whenever it is spring and summer, there are often small swifts and Swallows singing and singing between the cliffs, or nesting in the caves, hence the name Yanzikou. The tunnel landscape of the Jiuqu Cave, such as the back of the intestines and the song of the river, allows visitors to enjoy the canyon scenery along the twists and turns of the semi-dark and semi-dark routes. In addition, the Taroko Archway is a small Chinese-style archway, which is a popular attraction for the commemoration of the commemoration; the Changchun Temple is dedicated to commemorating the demolition of the staff in the middle of the building, standing in the green valley, flying waterfalls and diarrhea , which constitutes a color tuned landscape. The hero of the road is always accompanied by green mountains and green waters.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Lunch

Visit one of the seven wonders of Asia, Taroko Gorge on a day tour led by a local guide. The round transfer from Taipei to Taroko National Park is covered and you will be accompanied by your personal driver guide at most of the attractions and trails. The private tour also ensure you a more personal service due to it's flexibility.

Inclusions: Private & Air-conditioned vehicle, Passenger Insurance, Parking fees and Tolls, Personal driver guide, Bottled water

Exclusions: Food and drink

View the natural and cultural highlights of Taroko Gorge, one of the Seven Wonders of Asia, on a private day trip from Taipei. Receive the expertise of a private guide who has insider knowledge of Taroko National Park and its scenic spots. You’ll have amazing views of the marble cliffs and surrounding features like Hualien Stone Sculptural Park and Eternal Spring Shrine, plus a walk around Tienhsiang and the scenic Lushui Trail.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by private, air-conditioned vehicle, Lunch, English-speaking guide, Bottled water, Round-trip train ticket between Taipei and Hualien

Exclusions: Gratuities

Travelling from Hualien to Kenting via public transport has always been a hassle as the local railway system has yet to provide a direct option, and trains to the nearest city to Kenting takes 6 hours.   This private tour will allow you to travel directly from Hualien to Kenting via a private van, as well as spend the day exploring the beautiful East Coast of Taiwan along the way. 

Inclusions: Fuel surcharge, National Park fees, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Lunch, Accommodation

Benefit from the flexibility and convenience of this 3-day private tour to Taroko Gorge from Taipei. This tour will be tailored for you, you can visit Taroko Gorge without hassle, decide what to eat, where to go during this 3-day trip. This 3-day private tour to Taroko Gorge allows you to explore the highlights of the world’s deepest marble canyon and take leisurely hikes on the easier trails in this wonder of nature. Taroko gorge boasts phenomenal views with towering marble walls, subtropical forested canyons and crystal clear rivers. Follow our guides and you will not miss a must-see thing here. Experience the natural wonder without language-barrier like a local.

Inclusions: Private & air-conditioned vehicles, Tolls, parking fees & fuels, Passenger Insurance, Professional driver-guide, Bottles of water

Exclusions: Food & drinks, Accommodation (Day 1 - Hualien City), Accommodation (Day 2 - Taitung City or Dulan Area in Taitung)

☑Visiting Taroko Archway, this is the first site visitors will encounter when entering Taroko National Park ☑Visiting Shakadang Trail, the trail is built along the river cliff so travelers can easily observe both the rock folds and plant ecosystem beside in the river valley ☑Having the remarkable Taiwanese indigenous style lunch in Taroko Village Hotel ☑Visiting Swallow Grotto Trail ,The best place to view the Taroko Gorge inside the national park ☑Visitin Jiuqudong Trail, one of the most scenic sections of Taroko Gorge ☑Private Tour

Inclusions: Remarkable Taiwanese indigenous style lunch, Air-conditioned vehicle, Dinner, Private transportation

Exclusions: Gratuities