From
$2,539
US $2,031

A Taste of Taiwan by Train

9 days
Start and end in Taipei
4.4
9 traveler reviews
A Taste of Taiwan by Train - Culture Trip
From
$2,539
-20%
US $2,031
Save and compare this adventure

Price based on per person in Twin-share Room for departure 26 April 2025

Best price guarantee Learn More

Plan your adventure:
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 4 - 16
Age range 25 to 99
Image of a map showing the route of the tour

Highlights

  • Indulge on street food delights in Taipei’s night markets
  • Cycle the majestic forested trails surrounding Sun Moon Lake
  • Slurp down traditional beverages at a tea factory tasting session
  • Dine on local delicacies in Taiwan’s underrated culinary capital
  • Discover the quirky pagodas, luscious nature parks and artsy spaces of Kaohsiung City
  • Traverse the epic bridges, hillside trails and surreal caves of Taroko Gorge
  • Take part in a soulful sky lantern release on Shifen Old Street
  • Get the lowdown on Taiwanese cuisine on a Taipei cooking masterclass

Itinerary

Expand All
  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Welcome to Taiwan!
  2. Day 2 Tour Taipei and take the train to Taichung
  3. Day 3 Cycle, sip tea and visit a temple at Sun Moon Lake
  4. Day 4 Work up an appetite in Taiwan’s culinary capital
  5. Day 5 Unique temples, vibrant artworks and a cityside nature park in Kaohsiung
  6. Day 6 Mountains and Beaches
  7. Day 7 Mountain towns, street food delights and an unforgettable lantern experience
  8. Day 8 A Taiwanese cooking masterclass to round off the trip
  9. Day 9 Until next time, Taiwan!
Want to read it later?

Download this tour’s PDF brochure and start tour planning offline

What's Included

Expand All
  • Accommodation
  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport

What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

Customer Photos

Operated by

Culture Trip

Number of tours

14

Age Range

25 to 99 years old

Response time

within 3 days

Response rate

100%

Culture Trip offers unique small-group adventures for travellers who want to...

Read more

Your Peace of Mind Options

Cancellation Policy

A transparent overview of applicable fees.

Travel Insurance

Be covered for any unforseen circumstances.

Customer Reviews

  • Overall Rating
    Excellent
    4.4
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    4.1
  • Guide
    Excellent
    4.4
  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.4
  • Accommodation
    Good
    3.9
  • Food
    Excellent
    4.3
  • 4.7
  • Most Recent
  • Most Popular
  • Highest First
  • Lowest First
  • VT
    · November 26th, 2024
    Everything was great: visits, transport, restaurants, hotels. The only thing that could get better was the guide, L.W., who was far more interested in food then in culture, and made us spent twice as long time sipping coffee at the Grand Hotel then visiting the National Palace Museum. When I told her: "Please, let's finally go to this museum, only an hour is left now before the closure, and this is labelled a "cultural trip"; she said: "Well, im my view it is not a cultural trip but a trip by train". Disappointing.
    Show more
    Trip date: November 2024
  • CB
    · October 23rd, 2024
    My guide was extremely knowledgeable and had a great pride in Taiwan. It was an older group she was very understanding of all our needs and limitations.
    Trip date: October 2024
  • LW
    · October 23rd, 2024
    I am still in Taiwan as I prepare to fly home Lily the guide was great and I kinda missed her guidance and commentary the past couple of days But I did go back to the Museum for a full day session on her inspiration She is a helpful, kind person whose love for her country shines through her presentations.
    Show more
    A Taste of Taiwan by Train customer review photo 1A Taste of Taiwan by Train customer review photo 2A Taste of Taiwan by Train customer review photo 3A Taste of Taiwan by Train customer review photo 4A Taste of Taiwan by Train customer review photo 5A Taste of Taiwan by Train customer review photo 6
    Trip date: October 2024
  • RK
    · April 2nd, 2024
    The trip was great, we had a wide variety of activities / locations, from temples to cooking classes. The trains were good, and Vincent is a knowledgeable and engaging guide. The only criticism would be the quality of the accommodation, and particularly the FX hotels were run down and in need of refreshing (mould in showers, noisy aircon, etc).
    Show more
    Trip date: March 2024
  • A Taste of Taiwan by Train reviewer 5
    · April 1st, 2024
    Overall..good to very good. Full program that covers key elements of Taiwan tourist attractions. Main contributor to success though was tour guide Vincent Chiang ! Outstanding performance.
    Culture Trip commented on this review
    Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review following your recent trip with us to Taiwan. We are pleased to hear that you had a brilliant time exploring and we will be sure to pass on your kind words to Vincent!
    A Taste of Taiwan by Train customer review photo 1A Taste of Taiwan by Train customer review photo 2A Taste of Taiwan by Train customer review photo 3
    Trip date: March 2024
  • A Taste of Taiwan by Train reviewer 6
    · April 1st, 2024
    We had a great time on the daily tours and our tour guide was knowledgeable. The food was amazing and experiences with the group were memorable. I felt that everything was taken care of and it made travel through Taiwan easy. The hotels were less than stellar with some accommodations being better than others.
    Show more
    Culture Trip commented on this review
    Thank you so much for your review! We are glad that you had a great time In Taiwan, and we hope to see you again soon!
    Trip date: March 2024
  • MG
    · March 9th, 2024
    Everything was perfectly organized, hotels were...
    Show more
    Culture Trip commented on this review
    Thank you so much for your review! We are glad that you had a lovely time on our trip to Taiwan. We look forward to welcoming you onto another one of our trips in the future!
    Trip date: February 2024
  • JW
    · March 8th, 2024
    The basics were in place, everything happened when planned, I.e. meals and transport. The hotels were ok but there was a mix up with checking into the first one in Taiwan which took ages to sort out. The guide was helpful and responsive but I felt she needed more of a script as her English was limited. Overall she did a good job with a difficult group in bad weather. I would not spend so long in Taiwan, 7 days would have been enough.
    Show more
    Culture Trip commented on this review
    Thank you for your review following your recent trip with us to Taiwan! We hope that you had a lovely time. We have also passed your feedback onto our product development team for their review. We look forward to welcoming you onto another one of our... Show more
    Trip date: February 2024
  • SY
    · January 9th, 2024
    Lily Wang, our tour guide for this Taiwan trip...
    Show more
    Culture Trip commented on this review
    Thank you so much for your lovely review and the kind words about Lily. We are pleased to hear that you had a great time on our trip to Taiwan. We look forward to welcoming you onto another one of our trips in the future!
    Trip date: December 2023

Dates & Availability

9 days
A Taste of Taiwan by Train
From Taipei to Taipei

Why book with TourRadar?

    • Flexible payment options
    • Trusted and vetted operators
    • Rated excellent on
    • Best price guarantee
    • 24/7 customer support
    • Earn $50 in travel credits

    To protect your payment and ensure your booking will be processed in United States, never transfer or communicate outside of the TourRadar website or app.

More benefits
Select a departure month
  • Upcoming departures
  • March 2025
  • April 2025
  • May 2025
  • June 2025
  • July 2025
  • August 2025
  • September 2025
  • October 2025
  • November 2025
  • December 2025
Select The Travel Month
Upcoming departures
  • Saturday
    1 Mar, 2025
    Sunday
    9 Mar, 2025
    English
    Sold Out
    $2,539
    See Similar Tours For These Dates
  • Saturday
    15 Mar, 2025
    Sunday
    23 Mar, 2025
    English
    Sold Out
    $2,539
    See Similar Tours For These Dates
  • Saturday
    29 Mar, 2025
    Sunday
    6 Apr, 2025
    English
    Sold Out
    $2,539
    See Similar Tours For These Dates
  • 2 Other Unavailable Departures
  • -20%
    Get Instant Confirmation
    Saturday
    26 Apr, 2025
    Sunday
    4 May, 2025
    English
    Almost Sold Out
    Multiple Room Types
    $2,539
    $2,031
  • Saturday
    10 May, 2025
    Sunday
    18 May, 2025
    English
    Sold Out
    $2,539
    See Similar Tours For These Dates
  • Get Instant Confirmation
    Saturday
    24 May, 2025
    Sunday
    1 Jun, 2025
    English
    Filling Fast
    Multiple Room Types
    $2,539
  • Get Instant Confirmation
    Saturday
    7 Jun, 2025
    Sunday
    15 Jun, 2025
    English
    Filling Fast
    Multiple Room Types
    $2,539
  • Get Instant Confirmation
    Saturday
    21 Jun, 2025
    Sunday
    29 Jun, 2025
    English
    Filling Fast
    Multiple Room Types
    $2,539
  • -10%
    Get Instant Confirmation
    Saturday
    5 Jul, 2025
    Sunday
    13 Jul, 2025
    English
    Filling Fast
    Multiple Room Types
    $2,539
    $2,285
  • Saturday
    19 Jul, 2025
    Sunday
    27 Jul, 2025
    English
    Sold Out
    $2,539
    See Similar Tours For These Dates

What our customers ask about this tour

    The content in our FAQ section is subject to change.
    • Is there a minimum number of travelers for the tour to proceed?

      Yes, the trip is confirmed once a minimum number of travelers have booked.

    • Can I pay by card for the tour expenses?

      You can make payments through the Tour Radar site, including credit card options.

    • Are all meals included in the tour package?

      Yes, the tour includes several meals including breakfasts, lunches, and dinners as part of the itinerary.

    • When is the deposit due for booking?

      At the time of booking, a deposit of $100 per person is required, with the final balance due no later than 55 days prior to departure.

    • What should I do if I have dietary restrictions?

      Please inform the operator of any dietary restrictions, and they will accommodate your needs during the trip.

    • What should I do if I need to cancel my trip?

      If you need to cancel, please contact the operator as your deposit is refundable up to 55 days before departure.

    • What is the cost for a single supplement?

      The cost for a private room as a single supplement is an additional $410.

    • Is travel insurance recommended for the trip?

      We recommend purchasing travel insurance as it covers aspects such as cancellations due to flight delays or other unexpected events.

    • How should I provide my flight details?

      Please provide your flight information including arrival and departure dates, flight numbers, and times for tracking purposes.

    • How is luggage handled during the trip?

      Travelers are responsible for carrying their luggage on and off the trains, and it will remain in the room until the next destination.

    Can’t find the answer to your question?

    Good to Know

    Tour ID: 251524

    • Currency
      $
      New Taiwan Dollar
      Taiwan
    • Plugs & Adapters

      As a traveler from England, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa you will need an adaptor for types A, B.

      Type A
      Taiwan
      Type B
      Taiwan
    • Vaccines
      • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
      • Typhoid - Recommended for Taiwan. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
      • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Taiwan. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
      • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Taiwan. Ideally 3 months before travel.
      • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Taiwan. Ideally 2 months before travel.
      • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Taiwan. Ideally 10 days before travel.
      • Japanese B encephalitis - Recommended for Taiwan. Ideally 1 month before travel.
    • Visa
      • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
      • Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
    • Payment information
      • For any tour departing before April 19th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after April 19th, 2025, a minimum payment of $300 is required to confirm your booking with Culture Trip. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 60 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
      • Some departure dates and prices may vary and Culture Trip will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
      • The following cards are accepted for "Culture Trip" tours: Visa, Maestro, Mastercard, American Express or PayPal. TourRadar does NOT charge you an extra fee for using any of these payment methods.
    • Cancellation Policy
    • Accessibility
      Some tours are not suitable for mobility-restricted traveler, however, some operators may be able to accommodate special requests. For any enquiries, you can contact our customer support team, who are ready and waiting to help you.