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Table of contents
- The best Taiwan tour packages
- What people love about Taiwan Tours
- Travel Taiwan your way
- Best tour companies for Taiwan tours
- Best places to start your Taiwan tour
- Discover Taiwan tours for every budget
- Taiwan tours for every type of group
- Top Taiwan travel itineraries to fit your plans
- Demographics
- Best time to visit Taiwan
- Taiwan travel guides - curated by our experts
- What our customers ask about Taiwan Tours & Trips
The best Taiwan tour packages
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Taiwan: Taipei, Sun Moon Lake, Tainan, Kaohsiung, Kenting, Taroko - 8 days
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Riviera Hotel is excellent. The best!”
Maung, traveled in August
This 8-day Taiwan tour takes you through Taipei 101, Sun Moon Lake, and Taroko Gorge. Visit Tainan's Fort Zeelandia, stroll along Kaohsiung's Love River, and taste whiskey at Yilan's Kavalan Distillery. Package includes 5-star accommodations, English-speaking guides, and daily breakfasts for ages 2+.
Duration 8 days Destinations Taipei, Sun Moon Lake, Tainan, Taichung, Kaohsiung, Kenting National Park, Taitung, Hualien, Yilan Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Receptivo Aborigen Tours From $2,454
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Taiwan Treasures: A 5-Day journey across the island
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The hotels were excellent and coach comfy.”
Vivienne, traveled in March
A 5-day adventure reveals Taiwan's highlights, from Taipei to Sun Moon Lake's Thao village and Tainan's historic Fort Zeelandia. Roam Kenting National Park's Maopitou formations and relax in Zhiben's hot springs. Expert guides lead through 9 cities, with 4-star lodging and breakfast included for around $1,000.
Duration 5 days Destinations Taipei, Sun Moon Lake, Tainan, Kaohsiung, Kenting National Park, Taitung, Hualien, Jiaoxi Township, Yilan Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Chinese Operator Receptivo Aborigen Tours From $1,928
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Best of Taiwan 9 Days Tour Package
12 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“We saw beautiful places, enjoyed great food, and learned a lot about Taiwan. It's good to travel to Taiwan with a great guide like Tom!”
Katherine, traveled in March
Nine days of Taiwan's highlights await, from Sun Moon Lake's Thao villages to Kenting's coastal formations. Luxuriate at premium hotels including Solaria Nishitetsu Taipei and Hotel Royal Chihpen. Savor local delicacies in Tainan's Anping Street and release sky lanterns in Shifen, all with English-speaking guides.
Duration 9 days Destinations Taipei, Sun Moon Lake, Tainan, Kaohsiung, Kenting National Park, Taitung, Yilan, Jioufen Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Delightful Travel From $3,319
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Explore Taiwan
10 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Great trip, saw and did alot in the days we had.”
Paul, traveled in March
The cultural treasures of Taiwan unfold at approx. $310 per day, featuring Taipei's National Palace Museum and Alishan's Sacred Forest Trail. Hands-on activities include tea-making at Hugosum Farm and spring onion harvesting in Yilan, while staying at comfortable hotels like La Vida in Taichung.
Duration 11 days Destinations Taipei, Hualien, Taroko National Park, Yilan, Sun Moon Lake, Taichung Age Range Ages 15+ Operator Intrepid Travel From $4,940
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Discover Taiwan's highlights over 7 days, from Taipei 101 to Taroko's marble gorge via the 12.9km tunnel. Stay at luxury accommodations like The Lalu at Sun Moon Lake and explore historic sites like Tainan's 1653 Chikan Tower, with daily breakfast and English-speaking guides included.
Duration 7 days Destinations Taipei, Taroko Gorge, Sun Moon Lake, Tainan, Kaohsiung, Lukang Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Delightful Travel From
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Taiwan: Taipei, Sun Moon Lake, Tainan, Kaohsiung, Kenting, Taroko - 8 days
- Taiwan Treasures: A 5-Day journey across the island
This was a compact tour, 5 full days with 4 nights in luxurious 5-star hotels. We visited an interesting mix of cultural and religious sites as well as scenic locations. Our guide, Alan Chou, was excellent, very knowledgeable, well organised and most informative. Our group (and bus) were larger than we would have preferred (34) but Alan handled this well. The train ride from Hualien to Yilan was an added bonus.
- Best of Taiwan 9 Days Tour Package
It was well worth planning our trip around the 9-day tour with some days added on. The friendly meet and greet by Cathy at the airport made getting to and checking into the hotel effortless. The one-day tour preceding the main trip around the island was excellent. Our driver and guide Jacky (Jack) made the visits both informative and interesting, plus an opportunity to gain an understanding of life and economics for persons living in Taiwan. The next day we explored the immediate vicinity of our hotel plus the Museum The follow-on bus tour was superb. In all 1100 km round trip in an air-conditioned bus (with WIFI) driven by Eason Tseng – careful, courteous and conscientious, 27 fellow travellers of various nationalities and of course our guide Alan Chow who provided not only leadership coupled with an anecdotal commentary, but helpful advice. This tour around the island tour was comprehensive, an absolute must for any first time visitor to Taiwan. We extended our visit by a further four days using Taipei as our hub. Hotels throughout our stay were 5-star. While each offers a 1st class laundry service, they also provide a self-service cash operated laundry for the budget minded. They say first impressions are always lasting and they include: cleanliness - even in remote rural areas - yes you may find old vehicles and the like but no litter anywhere! Ease of getting around - if in doubt just ask - people are friendly and while only about 15% of the populous speak English there is always someone willing to help. Public transport - just buy a 2 or 3 day MRT pass (rail) or a multi-pass to include busses. Also taxi's are inexpensive. Better yet - our Westpac bank card (not Mastercard or Visa) - there are many banks with ATM plus the Family Mart ATMs give you direct access to your bank account back in Australia. You can check your balance and draw Taiwan $ cash directly - foreign transaction fee Au$5 regardless of the amount drawn. Furthermore the Taiwanese are scrupulously honest - no tourist mark-up, no tips.
Travel Taiwan your way
Taiwan really opens up to travelers who want to dig deeper into local life. Our explorer tours take you right into the action on Dihua Street in Taipei, where you'll see old shophouses getting a fresh spin from young business owners. What makes these tours special are the hands-on experiences - you'll cook traditional pancakes in Yilan, pick up hunting skills from Atayal tribe members and create your own peanut roll ice cream from scratch. Tea lovers particularly enjoy rolling their own leaves at Hugosum Tea Farm, usually combined with visits to local temples. Our guide Lily gets great feedback for showing both the big attractions and little-known spots, sharing stories that bring Taiwan's culture to life. Food enthusiasts can learn dumpling-making secrets in Taipei and then head south to Tainan, a city that doesn't get enough credit for its amazing seafood and local specialties.
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Our top-rated Taiwan tours combine authentic cultural immersion with genuine local encounters that mean something. Popular itineraries start exploring Taipei's Dihua Street, where traditional commerce meets modern entrepreneurs revitalizing classic shophouses. Travelers especially love getting their hands dirty - rolling tea leaves with farmers at Hugosum Tea Farm, discovering ancient hunting wisdom from Atayal tribe members, and also creating peanut roll ice cream from scratch. A favorite route winds through Sun Moon Lake and Alishan, where you'll hop aboard the forest railway, taste wines at Puli Winery and discover treasures at the National Palace Museum South Branch. The tours earning high marks often feature cooking sessions in local homes, where you'll perfect traditional pancake-making in Yilan, master dumpling techniques in Taipei and then venture to Tainan for its celebrated seafood dishes. Guide Alan gets constant appreciation for smoothly adapting plans when needed while keeping cultural experiences rich and authentic, even during weather challenges.
Find the right partially guided tour for you in Taiwan. There are 20 trips to choose from, that range from 3 days in length, up to 12 days. The month with the most departures is November, making it the most popular time to visit Taiwan.
Best tour companies for Taiwan tours
SuperValue stands out as a top choice for Taiwan tours based on what our travelers tell us. Their attention to detail really shows - from picking quality hotels to planning great meal stops along the way. Guides like Andrew, Hui Liang and especially Iping consistently get mentioned in the positive feedback we receive. If you're looking for something with a more local angle, Intrepid runs solid small-group tours. They're good at getting you into neighborhoods and spots that bigger tours often miss, and their guides tend to be locals who know their stuff. We've had some mixed signals about Delightful Travel lately. While some travelers enjoy their tours, others have reported that what they got didn't quite match what was advertised. There have also been some hiccups with schedules and getting clear answers from their team. If you're considering them, it's worth double-checking the specific details of your tour package beforehand. The most consistent positive feedback comes from SuperValue's customers - they seem to nail the basics while adding those extra touches that make a trip memorable. Their guides know how to handle both the planned activities and those unexpected moments that pop up during any tour.
Best places to start your Taiwan tour
Looking at recent bookings, Taipei is clearly the go-to starting point with 36 of our customer trips kicking off from the capital. A handful of travelers begin in Kaohsiung or Taoyuan instead - just two departures each from these cities. We've found booking about 45 days ahead hits the sweet spot for getting your preferred dates and places to stay. Our customers often mention doing extra homework on hotels pays off, since ratings in some areas don't tell the whole story. Getting around is surprisingly simple - grab a high-speed rail pass and mix it with local transport to reach everything from city centers to quiet mountain spots. The extensive train system and efficient public transit make exploring a breeze. Don't skip the night markets - they consistently top our travelers' highlight lists with amazing local food and also genuine cultural immersion you just can't find anywhere else.
Discover Taiwan tours for every budget
Our luxury Taiwan tours really shine when it comes to experiencing the island's cultural depth and natural beauty in comfort. The standout experiences include private tea ceremonies in century-old houses overlooking the Pacific Ocean around Jiufen. You'll stay in exceptional properties like The Lalu at Sun Moon Lake, where rooms come with private hot spring baths and 270-degree lake views. Our customers particularly love the careful pacing - there's time to soak in rooftop spas inside Taroko National Park after hiking the gorge's marble canyons. Food is a major highlight, from Din Tai Fung's original restaurant to private Ami-style lunches in local homes. Several tours include metro passes and special access arrangements at places like the National Palace Museum, helping you avoid the crowds while seeing the world's largest collection of Chinese artifacts.
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Taiwan tours for every type of group
Who are you traveling with?
Group
36 tours in TaiwanOur most popular group tours connect Taiwan's cultural highlights with active exploration across the island. The 9-day circuits bring consistent praise from our travelers, especially when guides like Alan Chow and Cathy lead groups of up to 31 people with their natural expertise. Starting in Taipei, these routes wind their way to Sun Moon Lake, where groups discover temples and indigenous villages together. The tours find their rhythm by balancing scheduled activities with free evenings, as people connect over authentic meals at Din Tai Fung while having flexibility to explore independently. Our extended 10-day journeys add cultural depth with moments like the guard change at Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall. For those seeking more physical challenge, cycling tours from Kaohsiung to Taroko Gorge create lasting bonds as riders tackle daily 40km routes together, sharing meals in mountain villages and trading stories along the way. Our travelers often tell us how these shared moments - whether releasing lanterns in Shifen, learning tea techniques at Hugosum Farm, or discovering local traditions - help them feel truly connected to Taiwan's culture, landscapes and also fellow adventurers.
Small Group
22 tours in TaiwanOur small-group Taiwan journeys blend hands-on activities with cultural encounters, keeping groups intimate at 8-12 travelers. Guides like Lily Wang and Vincent Chiang earn high praise from our customers for tailoring experiences while keeping the group flow smooth and natural. The popular 9-day circuit takes you cycling along Sun Moon Lake, teaches traditional tea rolling and includes cooking workshops in Taipei's local kitchens. Another well-received journey leads cyclists through Meinong's peaceful countryside, covering 35-40km each day past hidden temples and emerald rice fields, before shifting to meaningful cultural exchanges with indigenous communities. Our travelers particularly appreciate tours mixing morning rides through misty bamboo forests with afternoon visits to artisans in Sanxia and also explorations of Lugang's temple-lined lanes. The success of these small groups comes from thoughtful balance - you'll learn hands-on skills like Hakka tea pounding and dumpling making, while having flexibility to browse night markets or adjust hiking plans in Taroko Gorge based on group preferences and energy.
Private / Personalized
20 tours in TaiwanPrivate tours in Taiwan give you amazing flexibility to explore at your own pace. Our most successful itineraries blend cultural immersion with outdoor activities - you might start your morning making Hakka pounded tea in Miaoli before cycling through Taitung's Forest Park later that day. These tours work especially well for families and small groups who want to dig deeper into local life. You can spend time learning about Seediq culture in the mysterious Meixi tribe area and get hands-on with traditional crafts in Sanxia. Our travelers particularly enjoy the freedom to linger at spots like Jiufen's tea houses or adjust hiking plans in Taroko Gorge based on weather and energy levels. The private guides really make these tours special - they'll help you discover hidden temples in Lugang's winding alleys and know exactly when to visit Qixingtan Beach for the best sunset views over the Pacific.
Top Taiwan travel itineraries to fit your plans
A week in southern Taiwan really lets you get under the skin of this unique region. Our popular 7-day route kicks off in Taipei before heading south, mixing cycling with local food discoveries. You'll paddle tidal rivers near Kenting, kayak past towering cliffs and start your mornings with swims at Baisha Beach - yes, the same one from Life of Pi. The variety keeps things interesting: one day you're cycling 40km along the coast, then you're hiking through the national park spotting monkeys and eagles. The tour winds down with beach time and spa visits in Kaohsiung.
Ten days in Taiwan gives you the complete picture, which is why these tours rate so highly. Starting in Taipei, you'll head to Sun Moon Lake for boat trips and mountain temple visits. The journey continues through Tainan's historic streets and Fort Zeelandia, then down to Kenting National Park for coastal walks. What makes these tours work is how they blend the must-see spots with genuine cultural moments - you'll stay in indigenous villages, learn about Rukai tribe traditions, experience tea culture in Pinglin District and also send lanterns skyward in Pingxi. One of our guests mentioned how their guide Alan kept everything on track even when a typhoon meant quick thinking and replanning.
TourRadar recommends visiting:
Taipei, Sun Moon Lake, Tainan, Kaohsiung, Kenting National Park, Taitung, Hualien, Taroko National Park
Demographics
Our solo travelers really connect with small-group tours where 8-12 people explore together, giving you both social time and space to do your own thing. Guides like Lily Wang and Vincent Chiang get great feedback for how they tune into each person's interests while keeping the group flowing. The routes work well - you'll explore Taipei's night markets, join cooking classes and take scenic train rides to Sun Moon Lake where you can cycle the shoreline or learn traditional tea rolling. What works especially well is how the days blend guided activities with free evenings, plus sharing real local meals with your group at places like the original Din Tai Fung.
Our Taiwan couples' tours blend elevated experiences with heartfelt cultural moments. Imagine sharing a private tea ceremony in a historic home above the Pacific near Jiufen, or soaking in your own hot spring bath at The Lalu as lake views stretch before you. The tours balance guided discoveries with free evenings, letting couples wander night markets and discover local flavors at their own pace. From early morning paddleboarding on Lotus Lake, where temple reflections dance on the water, to cycling side-by-side along Qixingtan's coast where mountains tumble into ocean, couples find countless intimate moments. Our travelers tell us they appreciate the thoughtful rhythm - there's time to unwind in Taroko National Park's rooftop spas after canyon hikes, and connect with local families over home-cooked meals. The dining experiences range from Din Tai Fung's original location to secluded indigenous-style lunches, and also peaceful morning visits to popular attractions before other visitors arrive.
The active tours hit just right for younger travelers who want to move. You'll cycle 35-40km daily through Meinong's quiet countryside, paddle board on Lotus Lake and hike through Kenting National Park. Recent guests tell us they love how each day mixes physical activity with local culture - morning rides past remote temples and rice paddies, then afternoons diving into night markets and food traditions. There's plenty of swimming at spots like Baisha Beach and kayaking along tidal rivers. What makes these tours click with younger travelers is the daily variety and real local connections, like sharing meals with indigenous communities.
Taiwan opens up beautifully for our senior travelers, with train journeys that connect the whole island at just the right pace. Our guide Vincent - who's gotten fantastic feedback from a group of 75-year-olds last month - really knows how to adjust the walking speed and explain everything clearly. You'll find the lakeside paths at Sun Moon Lake particularly easy to navigate; they're wheelchair-friendly and lead right to some fascinating temples. We've picked hotels that make sense for older travelers, with good access features and locations that put you close to the main sights. The cultural experiences really shine on these tours - you'll sit down with tea masters who'll show you the traditional preparation methods, catch the precise movements of the guard changing ceremonies and explore the National Palace Museum with guides who bring the artifacts to life. When it comes to food, you can choose your comfort level from elegant restaurants to gentle explorations of night market specialties with tables reserved at the quieter spots.
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Best time to visit Taiwan
- Fall / Autumn 2025
Fall brings comfortable temperatures and clear skies, perfect for our most comprehensive island tours. Many travelers choose multi-city itineraries that combine Taipei's cultural sites with Tainan's incredible food scene and Kaohsiung's modern art spaces. The Dragon and Tiger Pagodas look especially good against fall foliage, while the Fo Guang Shan Buddha Museum offers peaceful moments between city explorations. Our hiking tours through Taroko Gorge get particularly good reviews in autumn, though you'll want to check current conditions given recent changes. Fall is also prime time for tea experiences - you can visit multiple growing regions as the weather turns cooler and sample fresh harvests right at the source.
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- Winter 2025 / 2026
Winter tours in Taiwan lean heavily into cultural experiences and indoor activities to escape the cooler temperatures. Our food-focused tours are particularly popular, starting with cooking classes in Taipei where you'll learn to make traditional dumplings and xiaolongbao. Travelers love combining visits to the steamy Yangmingshan hot springs with tea ceremonies in Jiufen's century-old teahouses. For nature enthusiasts, the Alishan Forest Railway offers cozy train rides through misty mountain forests, while cycling tours around Sun Moon Lake take advantage of the cooler weather for comfortable rides. Many of our customers particularly enjoy the whisky tasting sessions at Kavalan Distillery followed by traditional arts workshops - it's a great way to stay warm while getting hands-on with local culture.
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- January 2026 43 tours
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- Spring 2026
Spring brings cherry blossoms and perfect temperatures for our most active tours. The Taste of Taiwan by Train series gets fantastic feedback for mixing cultural sites with outdoor activities - you'll cycle around Sun Moon Lake in the morning mist and release sky lanterns in Shifen by sunset. Our travelers especially love the spring tea-picking experiences at Hugosum Tea Farm, where you'll learn to roll your own leaves just as local farmers have done for generations. Walking tours through Taipei's oldest street, Dihua, come alive in spring as young entrepreneurs revitalize historic shophouses. The Indigenous Atayal tribe visits are particularly meaningful this time of year, with opportunities to learn traditional hunting techniques and cook bamboo rice in the forest.
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- Summer 2026
Summer tours focus on Taiwan's beautiful coastline and mountain retreats. Our customers particularly enjoy the East Coast routes, combining visits to Qixingtan's striking beach with peaceful rides along ocean-view cycling paths. The paddleboarding sessions on Lotus Lake at dawn get great reviews - you'll glide past temples and pagodas before the heat sets in. Mountain tours to Alishan provide relief from summer temperatures, with early morning forest hikes to spot cypress trees and unique wildlife. Food tours take on a different flavor in summer, with night market visits becoming the highlight as locals come out to enjoy evening breezes and street food specialties.
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Taiwan travel guides - curated by our experts
What our customers ask about Taiwan Tours & Trips
Which locally recognized cultural practices in Taiwan can visitors participate in, and where do they typically take place?
You'll find amazing opportunities to dive into Taiwan's rich culture starting with traditional tea ceremonies in the charming tea houses of Jiufen and Alishan. Head to Shifen Old Street where you can join locals in releasing sky lanterns — it's a beautiful way to wish for good fortune. Want to master Taiwanese cooking? You can jump into hands-on classes in Taipei and Yilan where you'll learn to make spring onion pancakes and peanut roll ice cream. During the Explore Taiwan tour that covers 8 key destinations you'll even get to make those pancakes right at a spring onion farm in Yilan.
Which officially designated natural areas exist in Taiwan outside major urban centers, and what are the primary methods of accessing them?
Taiwan's natural wonders start with Taroko National Park where marble-walled cliffs tower above visitors — you can get there easily by train or car. Sun Moon Lake offers Taiwan's largest natural lake surrounded by perfect hiking and cycling trails through forest landscapes. The high-altitude tea plantations of Alishan National Scenic Area welcome travelers arriving by train or bus while Kenting National Park shows off incredible coastal formations and marine life accessed through high-speed rail connections and local transportation options.
Which lesser-known or regional routes are documented for traveling around Taiwan, and what are the recognized reasons travelers prefer them?
The East Rift Valley offers a peaceful escape with its sprawling rice paddies indigenous communities and fantastic options for cycling hiking and hot spring relaxation. You'll love the nostalgic charm of the Pingxi Branch Line as it winds through old mining towns offering perfect spots for the famous sky lantern experience. The South Link Highway connects Kenting National Park to Taitung giving you stunning ocean views and access to hidden beaches that most tourists never find.
Which modes of public or private transport are most commonly used in Taiwan, and what are their main operating schedules or routes?
Getting around Taiwan is a breeze with frequent high-speed rail service connecting major cities while local trains take you through scenic routes to smaller towns. In Taipei the extensive MRT metro system gets you anywhere you need to go with trains running constantly throughout the day. Want more flexibility? Private drivers and taxis are ready to customize your journey and cyclists will find dedicated paths along the coast and Sun Moon Lake. The A Taste of Taiwan by Train tour lets you experience the convenience of high-speed rail travel from Taipei to Taichung.
Which local dishes are officially recognized in Taiwan as regional specialties, and where are they commonly served?
Your culinary journey through Taiwan starts at Din Tai Fung with their perfectly crafted xiaolongbao soup dumplings. Fresh seafood awaits at Chenggong Fishing Port while Tainan — often called Taiwan's food capital — serves up incredible milkfish congee and beef soup along Anping Old Street. Discover unique Hakka dishes like pound tea and thunder tea rice in Miaoli and Beipu. Night markets across Taiwan offer endless local treats from oyster omelets and stinky tofu to bubble tea and shaved ice desserts. During the A Taste of Taiwan by Train tour you'll get to enjoy authentic Tainan dishes at a famous local spot.