3 DayTaroko Gorge Private Hiking Adventure

Itinerary

Start and end in Taipei! With the Hiking & Trekking tour 3 DayTaroko Gorge Private Hiking Adventure, you have a 3 days tour package taking you through Taipei, Taiwan and 3 other destinations in Taiwan. 3 DayTaroko Gorge Private Hiking Adventure includes accommodation in a hotel as well as an expert guide, insurance, meals, transport and more.

Introduction

For most visitors, merely seeing the magnificence of Taroko Gorge from one of the many vantage points along the road is enough. This tour is for those looking to go deeper. We’ll begin with a trip down the coast, pausing for a rest beneath the dramatic cliffs for which the area is justly known before heading into Taroko Gorge for the first of two hikes. The Shakadang Trail is a relatively level 3 km round-trip hike that follows the river and offers impressive views at every turn. The Zhuilu Historic Trail (originally built by the Japanese military) is significantly more challenging, being both twice as long and requiring some serious climbing; at points, you’ll find yourself looking down into the gorge far below. You’ll also visit the famous night market in Hualien with a chill vibe and savor the local eats. After two days of hiking, you will further explore the Hualien natural beauty through a river tracing adventure.

Please note:

• This tour requires both a reasonable degree of physical fitness and it may not be suited to those with a fear of heights.
• River tracing requires a minimum of 2 guests.
• In the event of inclement weather or other unforeseen circumstances, MyTaiwanTour reserves the right to alter the trail route, activity and tour itinerary. 
• To be on the safe side, booking at least 8 days to departure is highly recommended.
• Exact pick-up time and tour guide’s contact number will be advised two days before tour departure.
• Please advise any specific dietary requirement at the time of booking.
• Children 6 and younger are strongly recommeded not to participate in this tour or should be complimentary with at least a paying adult. (under 2 no need for extra bed)
• There will be a 100% charge for no-shows that is defined as arriving 1 hour late for private multi-day tours.

Day 1 Taipei – Taroko Gorge

Pick up at your accommodation in Taipei and leave the city behind. Head down the beautiful east coast highway and pass by windswept coast and dramatic cliffs along the way. Entering Taroko Gorge, we will hit the Shakadang trail for the first hike of the tour. It’s a mostly 3km hike, and you may dip your feet into the azure waters of the Shakadang river along the way.

• Pick up from your accommodation in Taipei
• Pass by Qingshui Cliff on the famous Suhua Highway coastal road
• Shakadang Trail walk through a scenic valley with impressive marble rocks
• Sampling local specialties at Hualien night market (at your expense)

Day 2 Taroko Gorge:

Zhuilu Historic TrailAfter breakfast, head deeper into Taroko Gorge, passing shrines and waterfalls along Taiwan’s most scenic road before beginning the second hike of the tour. Constructed by the Japanese, the Zhuilu historic trail is an intermediate-level hike including climbing and an amazing view from the top. The perfect way to burn calories, but don’t worry – a light lunch will be arranged along the way.

Day 3 Taroko Gorge – Yilan – Taipei

Take your Taroko experience to the next level by river tracing, an exciting activity that incorporates the skills of hiking bouldering, and river crossing. After this challenging and interesting morning, head back up the coast to Taipei via Yilan.

• Breakfast at hotel
• Morning river tracing (only provide Chinese-Speaking instructors)
• Head back to Taipei and drop off at your accommodation

*In the event of inclement weather or other unforeseen circumstances, MyTaiwanTour reserves the right to alter the activity and tour itinerary.

*If you are looking for alternative activities in Hualien, please add the supplement to the inquiry.