Built in 1943, Pine Garden was formerly used as the Japanese military control center due to its vantage point overlooking the mouth of Meilun River, Hualien Port, and the Pacific Ocean while still camouflages well in the forest. After World War II, the Taiwan government resumed control of the building and made it a leisure center for American Military Assistance Advisory Groups. It was then passed on to the Department of Veteran Affairs. In 2011, the Council for Cultural Affairs reopened it as a tourist attraction and it has become one of the top 100 historic sites in Taiwan.

Whale Watching:

River Rafting

Taroko National Park

Pine Garden

The East Coast of Taiwan is the perfect place for whale -watching as the Black Current and the coastal rivers meet in the waters off the East Coast of Taiwan, bringing all sorts of migratory fishes that are great foods for whales and dolphins. The best time for whale-watching in Taiwan is between April and November when the waves are calmer. The tour takes about 2~3 hours, sometimes slightly longer or shorter depending on the weather condition.

Talking about the water sports in the East Rift Valley, "River Rafting" is the most famous and exciting one. During the summer season, which is the peak season of rafting, many brightly colored rafts can be seen descending, one-by-one on the 24-kilometer section of river from the Rueisuei Bridge to the Changhong Bridge, making a gorgeous sight. Over 20 hard-to-cross torrents and rapids provide a thrilling, exciting, and unforgettable tourist experience. The Xiuguluan River passes through canyon scenery, which, with its wonderful rocks, makes a lasting and memorable impression on the tourists.

Taroko National Park is one of eight national parks in Taiwan and was named after the Taroko Gorge, the landmark gorge of the park. Taroko, means "magnificent and beautiful" in the Truku language of the Truku indigenous tribe. Taroko Gorge and its surrounding area are well known for their abundant supply of marble.

Highlights

Overview On the first day of your tour, your tour guide will meet and greet with you at Taipei Main Station. Then you are going to embark on your 3 days adventurous tours in Hualien. During the train ride, you can experience the beautiful scenery along the eastern coast of Taiwan. After 3 hours’ ride, you will arrive at the beautiful back mountain of Taiwan, Hualien City. Hualien is located on a strip of land between the Pacific Ocean and the Central Mountain Range. It is considered one of the most pleasant cities in Taiwan. Local and foreign tourists visit the city to enjoy the nature scenery and fresh air. After the lunch, your first Hualien stop is whale watching. Kuroshio or “Black Tide” is the second largest ocean current flowing through East Coast of Taiwan. Because of its warm water, it brings lots of migration fish. And these fish are great food for whales or dolphins. And Hualien is the perfect place for whale -watching as the current and the coastal rivers meet in the waters off the East Coast of Taiwan. The tour takes about 2~3 hours long. Remember to bring your sun lotion and hat to avoid sunburn and prepare personal medicine in advance if you easily get seasick.

Overview On the second day, you are going to experience another popular outdoor adventurous activity in Hualien during the summer season, the river rafting. Because of many narrow gorges and winding rivers, it makes Hualien a perfect rafting destination. You can experience and challenge your physical strength and persistence during the tour. This is a must for any adventurous travelers. After two days outdoor adventurous activities, on the third day you will visit one of the Asia’s natural wonders, Taroko National Park. Before heading to the Taroko National Park, you will stop over at Pine Garden first. Pine Garden was built in 1943. It was a military office during the Japanese Occupation Era (1895-1945) and is currently the best preserved Japanese military structure in Taiwan. Moreover, it is also one of the top 100 historic sites in Taiwan. After the short visiting at Pine Garden, you will depart for the gorgeous Taroko National Park. Taroko National Park is no doubt the most famous attraction in Eastern Taiwan. The grand canyons and spectacular mountains create the most mesmerizing landscape on the island. After the visit at Taroko National Park, your tour guide will transfer you to Hualien Train Station. You will take the train again and relaxed while heading back to Taipei. Once arrive at Taipei, you may make your own way to your hotel.

Schedule Day 1 Taipei – Hualien Meet and Greet at Taipei Main Station –Take Train to Hualien – Whale Watching (Activity lasts about 2~3 hours and is subject to change based on the weather and river conditions) – Overnight Accommodation Breakfast: X Lunch: Hualien Seafood Cuisine Dinner: Taiwanese Cuisine Hotel: Classic City Resort or Marshal Hotel 4* hotel or similar

Day 2 Hualien Pick up at Hotel – Transfer to Ruei Suei Hsiukuluan –River Rafting (Activity lasts about 4~5 hours and is subject to change based on the weather and river conditions) – Back to Hualien City Breakfast: Hotel Breakfast Lunch: Lunch Box before Rafting Dinner: Chef Ming Creative Cuisine Hotel: Classic City Resort or Marshal Hotel 4* hotel or similar

Day 3 Hualien – Taipei Pick up at Hotel –Pine Garden – Taroko National Park – Transfer to Hualien Train Station – Take Train Back to Taipei – Tour Ends – Own Arrangement Back to Hotel Breakfast: Hotel Breakfast Lunch: Indigenous Cuisine Dinner: X Hotel: Own Arrangement

LENGTH OF TOUR 3 Day, 2 Overnight VEHICLE TYPE & RESTRICTIONS 01 – 07 PAX – Volkswagen Caravelle 08 – 19 PAX – Mini Bus 20 – 41 PAX – Tourist Coach Selection of vehicle depends on group size PREFERRED LANGUAGE OF TOUR GUIDE Mandarin, English, France, German, Thai, Cantonese, Russian, Japanese, Korean, Spanish and others. INCLUDED Transportation (included airport pick up service) Tour Guide & Driver ‘s service fee Tickets: Hualien – Taipei Train Ticket, Whale

Watching fee, River Rafting fee. Meals: Group meal minimum 10 PAX Insurance: NTD $2,000,000 Liability & NTD

$30,000 Medical insurance Per Person NOT INCLUDED Shopping Stops: Absolutely No Shopping Stops

Unless Directly Requested by Clients. Tour Guide & Driver ‘s tips REMARKS Lion Travel reserves right to modify itinerary without prior notice in cases of unforeseen operational difficulties or due to force majeure. QUOTATION Please contact us for an accurate quotation.

PAYMENT METHODS & TERMS Bank Wire Transfer (In USD) Credit Card Authorization (In NTD) 50% of total fare to be deposited no later than agreed upon deadline informed by your service personnel to guarantee reservations Fare to be paid in full no later than 5 working days prior to start of tour If itinerary is confirmed less than 5 working days before start of tour, then fare must be fully paid to guarantee reservations CANCELLATIONS TERMS Over 07 Working days prior to start of scheduled tour - Full refund of deposit minus incurred costs previously authorized by payee 06-04 Working days prior to start of scheduled tour - forfeit 70% of total fare 00-04 Working days prior to start of scheduled tour - forfeit 100% of total fare

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