Activities in Taiwan
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Taroko Gorge Full-Day Tour from Taipei
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See one of the seven wonders of Asia, the Taroko Gorge. Take a short plane trip to Hualien from Taipei to see this great wonder, a must-do while in…Not LP reviewed
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Wild Bird Society of Taipei
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Whose Travel
Reliable foreign- and Taiwanese-run travel agency that organises tickets, tours and discount accommodation.
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Toyugi Hot Spring Resort & Spa
This resort sits a few kilometres down County Road 58東 on a large shelf above the river valley, giving it a private feel in the madhouse that is Chihpen. Facilities include a multipool complex, restaurant and cabins, should you wish to stay the night (from NT$3500). To get to the hotel look for the sign in English saying 'Journey to the East'.
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Tonghou Trail
One of several cross-island trails in the Wulai region, the Tonghou (桶後越嶺古道; Tǒnghòu Yuèlǐng Gǔdào) follows the eponymous river along a wide trail up to a watershed. After running along a grassy ridge for a spell, it then drops down onto dirt roads that eventually turn into pitched farm roads leading all the way to Jiaoshi on the coast.
It takes a little planning to get to the trailhead: taking a scooter or bike is best. From Wulai, head east on the road running along (and soon high above) the Tonghou River. After a few kilometres you'll pass a police checkpoint where you must register using your passport or ARC if you want to go further. There is a daily…
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Teresa
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Taoyuan Culture Tourism Association
A historical society that offers half- or full-day tours in English around Tainan, with Yvon Hsu.
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Taiwan Tour Bus
Organised by the tourism bureau with easy-to-understand half- and full-day itineraries. Buses depart from train stations, airports and major hotels. Tours range in price from NT$600 to NT$2000.
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Taiwan Tour Bus
Has day tours of Lukang (NT$1500) leaving from the train station, HSR stations, and major hotels in Taichung and Taipei.
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Taiwan SPCA
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Taiwan Permaculture Institute
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Taipei Cycling Lifestyle Foundation
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Sunrise Hot Spring Hotel
The wood and stone multipool outdoor complex is designed to let you take in the mountain views as you bathe.
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Solas Resort
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Sileng Hot Spring
This beautifully set natural spring lies at the bottom of a steep ravine. To get here, head west from Mingchih exactly 7.1km (to around the 59.5km mark). As you go around a sharp bend that juts out into the valley you'll see a small spot on the left to park. Park and then, standing back a bit and facing towards the valley, look for the faded signs for 'hot spring' (溫泉) on the cement barrier to your right. Cross the barrier here and look for a trail starting on the other side. Follow the trail down for 40 minutes or so till you reach the river. The springs are obvious on the other side, though you may get off track a few times on unmarked branch trails on the way down.…
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Si Kang Chai Art Studio
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Shui Yun Waterfall
The path to the wide, thundering waterfall (水雲瀑布; Shǔiyún Pùbù) goes along a river, through a forest and up a canyon. Start at the car park at the end of County Rd 62 and follow the trail by the river for 1km until you reach a suspension bridge. Cross the bridge and climb the stairs on the other side.
The trail now enters the forest and splits. Take the lower path (the upper leads to Hushan). After a few minutes you'll come to a ledge. Climb down (there are ropes) and then follow the left bank of the river up the canyon until it narrows. The falls are just around the corner up a side channel. The whole return trip takes three to four hours and there are several…
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Shin-liu Farm
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Shilin Sport Centre
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Shi Ho Shrimp Fishing
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Sandiaoling Waterfall Trail
The upstream watersheds of the Keelung River receive more than 6000mm of rain a year and have more waterfalls than any other river system in Taiwan. On the wonderful Sandiaoling Waterfall Trail , once part of an important trade route between Ilan and Taipei, you can see half a dozen of the biggest and most beautiful falls in the north in their natural glory.
To get to the trailhead, exit Sandiaoling station and follow the tracks south until they split. Cross under and follow the tracks to the right (the Pingxi line). After a few minutes you will see the wooden signpost (in English) for the trailhead. The trail is simple and clear to follow, at least as far as the third…
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Rueisui Rafting Service Centre
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Rueisui Hot Springs
The carbonated Rueisui hot springs were first opened by the Japanese in 1919. The water boasts a temperature of 48°C and is rich in iron, giving it a pale-brown colour and a slightly salty, rusty flavour (so we've heard). Many Taiwanese still believe that frequent bathing in the spring water increases a woman's chance of bearing a male child.
The hot-spring area is a few kilometres directly west of Rueisui town (on the other side of Hwy 9). As you drive down the highway there are English signs pointing to the area.
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Rainbow Sauna
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Puli Wine Museum & Factory
The history of the Puli winery is tied with the monopoly system established by the Japanese (and continued by the KMT) on core industries such as alcohol, tobacco and logging. In 1917 the factory began producing sake, and some five decades later switched to Shaohsing wine, traditional Chinese firewater made from glutinous rice and wheat. The amber-coloured liquid has a kick and a bite, and while rarely appreciated by the Western palate, the jugs and jars it comes in are attractive and make for nice gifts or knick-knacks.
On the 1st floor of the factory a display and sample area now lets you try the spirits and a number of flavoured Shaohsing items, such as popsicles, cakes…
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