Taiwan 2018/19

Table of Contents

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Welcome & Introduction Small Group Touring

Welcome 03 Small Group Touring 13
Customer Feedback 04 [08 Days] Highlights of Luxury Taiwan 13
A MW Tours Experience 05 [10 Days] Around Formosa Taiwan 15
[11 Days] Classic Taiwan 17
Introduction to Taiwan 08 19
Map of Taiwan 10 [13 Days] Taiwan Panorama

Accommodation 11

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THIS IS NOT YOUR IDEAL DESTINATION?

Ask us about our other best value tours to China, Japan, Korea, Vietnam, Philippines, Cambodia, Laos, India, Sri Lanka & Nepal

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Independent Touring Combination Touring

Independent Touring 21 Combination Touring 33
Discover Taiwan by Rail
Taipei Daily Departure Tours 21 [15 Days] Highlights of Japan & Taiwan 33
Taiwan Short Stays
Taiwan Stopover 25 [15 Days] Discover Taiwan & Korea 35

27 [18 Days] Essence of Japan, Taiwan & 37

32 Hong Kong

[20 Days] Japan, Korea & Taiwan 39
Triple Indulgence

Terms and Conditions 41
Tour Booking Form 42

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Welcome

Welcome

To Mandarin World Tours 2017-18
Great Value Tours to Taiwan

Taiwan is a tiny island however you will be very surprised to know what they can offer to the tourist. The traditional
history & culture, the hospitality of the local people, the breathtaking gorges and stunning beaches, the delicious
local food and modern cuisines, the hustling and bustling night markets and there’s so much more to explore !

MW Tours offers a luxurious style of touring in Taiwan. Our selective hotels are centrally located international 4 to
5*. Our English speaking local guides are extremely friendly and professional and eager to assist with every client’s
needs. Our private coaches are new and spacious. Our daily sightseeing is leisurely paced that covers major tour-
ist spots with no regrets.

Our signature fully inclusive small group touring provides weekly departure with an average of 15 passengers for

each departure (except from some seasonal tours, which attract higher numbers). Our Independent touring offers

ready-made packages with the great flexibility and excellent value. No matter which products you are choosing,

you will be surprised by the exceptional value for money and high standard service we offer! The combination

touring with Japan, Korea and Hong Kong gives you the opportunity to experience the best of both worlds in one

trip.

Navy Wang

Managing Director From Taipei to Kaohsiung, from Sun Moon Lake to Taroko Gorge, from Kenting Beach to Chihpen hot spring, from
National Palace Museum to Wulai aboriginal village, there is so much to offer in Taiwan. We hope you enjoy read-
Sep 2016 ing the brochure and join us in 2017 to experience the unparalleled service, great value and premium products that

is rarely found in the marketplace !

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Customer Feedback Welcome

As a customer service oriented company, we welcome your valuable feedback whether it’s positive or

negative about your tour experiences. We hope and believe that you will return to travel with us again.

We strive to make every customer a happy customer, let’s see what our customers have had to say:

Around Taiwan Island [10 Days] Highlights of Japan and Taiwan Tailor-made trip to Taiwan and Thailand
Oct 2014 [15 Days] May 2014 [15 Days] Sep 2014

Hi Navy, Sincere compliments and many thanks Dear Navy,
for arranging transfer from “Garden Hotel
Just a quick email to let you know that — Taipei”, to the Howard Plaza Hotel at I had a great tour. The sights were amazing,
my clients arrived back recently and the end of tour. Howard Plaza was very hotels great, the tour guides fantastic.
called in to let me know how fantastic good– Recommended by other tour Overall a tour well worth the time. Thank
all your arrangements were. They can’t members who were staying there. you. Thailand hotels were the best, well
believe more people don’t visit Taiwan. Transfer organised with excellent tour done. Position the best, anyway thanks
They are hoping to do the other side of guide via your office by email, much again for what you have done for me.
the Island on their next trip. Many thanks appreciated! Also transfers between
for all your hard work and please pass on hotels and airport transfer, at the end of Regards
my thanks to your staff on the ground. our extended stay. We were very happy Patrick Croker
and most impressed that you acted on
Cheers our complaint without questions, or extra
Annie Thomsen cost to us. That is excellent customer
service and the difference between an
average company, and one which really
cares about their customers, satisfaction
and enjoyment. Congratulations on excellent
customer support and relationships!

We were very satisfied with the swift
resolution and your customer service.

With Thanks
Sylvia Gazdarica

Japan, Korea and Taiwan Triple Around Taiwan Island [10 Days] Around Taiwan Island [10 Days]
indulgence [20 Days] Nov 2013 Mar 2011 Oct 2010

Dear Grace, Dear Kelly, Dear Navy,

We liked the Plaza Hotel Kaohsiung and I said I’ll give you some feedback re: We had a great time in Taiwan. All of the
Naruwan Hotel for their high quality our Taiwan trip. It was a wonderful trip arrangements that you made were great.
service and rooms. Especially happy with all round. We have enjoyed our time in We particularly liked the Taipei Garden
the service provided by Charlie in Korea Taiwan. Made some new friends. The Hotel. It was in a great lively location and
(Busan, Gyeongju, Daegu) and Thomas acid test is will we be able to nurture a the staff were super-helpful.
in Taiwan. ongoing relationship. Time will tell.
Mary Barber
Great trip, nice hotels, and very good local I certainly was not disappointed with my
guides. Overall we are very satisfied with experience at the Taroka George and my
the trip, had a great time and everything wife has thoroughly enriched with the
went smoothly. time spent at the Palace Museum. So
much so we stayed at the museum for
Regards the rest of the day. Pity mandarin is not
Jimmy Trieu my language of use. From the museum
we went directly to Shilin. Our time at 101
was somewhat interfered with heavy fog.
Still when there was a break in the fog we
could witness the city street lights below.
The logistics on the trip was superb. On
schedule i must add. There will be a time
I’ll probably go there again. Many thanks
Kelly.

Andrew Yuen

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Welcome

A MW Tours Experience

Why Travel With Us? important information you need to know style. Lunch and Dinner consist of famous
before planning an unforgettable trip with us! traditional local cuisine, with a wide range of
At MW Tours, we know your destination very Please also read the terms and conditional specialties to choose from. Our meal list is
well. Our multi-cultural staff members are from carefully at the back of this brochure to help designed to offer our client an opportunity to
those regions and are striving to provide the you understand the booking procedures and experience various types of local cuisine and
best quality services to ensure every customer other necessary information! flavours as well as the different ways the food
has a fantastic and unforgettable trip. We offer is prepared and cooked in different countries.
many itineraries, packages and flexible depar- Our Luxury Hotels In some tours, we will also arrange some west-
ture dates to suit every customer’s require- ern meals to satisfy your tastebud. The special
ments. No matter which tour you choose, our All our group tours are using high quality meals are always available to request by the
quality & prices are always unbeatable and the 4 – 5* luxury hotels. Star ratings identify time of booking. So Bon Appetite and enjoy the
best value for money! the standard of quality for hotels. Countries culinary pleasure that MW Tours provide!
throughout the world adopt various classifica-
You might not be able to find your ideal trip tion systems for hotels in accordance to their Unbeatable Value For Money
from our wide range of packages or wish to chain name and the type of hotel. Difference
maintain independence and flexibility to travel may exist between some hotels in Asia and At MW Tours, We have always worked hard
at your own pace. Simply speak to our friendly those in Australia. An international 4* hotel on our motto of “Great Value Tours”. You may
travel professionals who have been to our des- is usually what we call deluxe hotel while an find our entire portfolio has exceptional value
tinations frequently, we will be able to answer International 5* hotel is referred to Premium or for money with more included than any other
all your queries and maybe tailor make a trip Luxury hotel. Please be ensured that all hotels competitor in the market! Thanks to our reliable
just for you according to your specific needs used by MW Tours are inspected by our staff local partners in Asia who have great buying
with our suggestions! and our local partners so that our high set power in their destination and have been work-
standards do not drop. In the case of remote ing with us for many years to create our solid
MW Tours provides all of our clients with a 24 areas, we will be using the local best hotels working relationship.
hour local emergency contact number in all to accommodate our tours. In each of our
our destinations. Our dedicated local manager brochures, you will find samples of the luxury If you happen to find a cheaper price with same
will assist you with any matter promptly and hotels you will be staying in which give you a quality of accommodation, similar itinerary and
give you peace of mind and worry-free holiday! general idea of our standard. same duration, we are very confident to match
and even beat the price.
Furthermore, below are the unique features Meals
that make MW Tours quite outstanding from Group Sizes
other tour operators in Australia. Please take Most tours are including meals with break-
you time to read through as it contains very fast, lunch and dinner as indicated in the The group size in each destinations varies. In
itinerary. Breakfast is a combination of local
and western food, usually served in a buffet

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general, the average group size of each tour is Travel insurance and visas are generally not in- professional English speaking National guide/ Welcome
6 to 15 passengers with exceptions of some cluded but these can be added at an additional tour escort will also accompany you through-
seasonal tours in Taiwan & Japan. However, cost with discount. Please refer to “Inclusions” out for group tours with larger numbers of
we will ensure the coach have enough spare and “Exclusions” of each individual tour for passengers. They will be there to handle
seats and legroom for the comfort of our cli- more details. daily arrangements, coordinate with each
ents! Most of our group tours are guaranteed local guide and make sure your holiday runs
departures based on minimum 2 passengers Land Only Tour Packages smoothly and your trip is more memorable
travelling together, so you can book with with us at MW Tours.
confidence and plan your holiday early without If you wish to make your own arrangement
worrying about your trip been cancelled due to on the international airfare either by point Tour Grading
insufficient number of people, which is what redemption or staff ticket etc, you are more
most tour operators do. than welcome to choose our land only pack- For your convenience and health concern, we
age. It will be always a good idea to check with have graded our tours as either “Easy Paced”,
Small Group Touring Benefits us about the flight you are going to book so we “Moderate Paced” or “Active Paced’ to help you
can advise the best timing and routing. The ar- choose the right one for you. We recommend
One of the benefits to travel in a small group rival and departure transfers are not included passengers over 65 years old with existing
with us is to get attentive and personalised in the land tour price and we can offer the medical condition, please check with your Doc-
service. Your guide will be able to better shape service to you at additional cost. If there is do- tor before undertaking the booking.
each excursion according to your interests and mestic air travel involved in your itinerary, it is
expectations. Flexible time arrangement and normally included in your tour price. However, Easy Paced
more personalised commentary will be used if there are any internal flights between 2 or 3
to make sure you and other like-minded travel- countries like our popular combination tours, Easy Paced are generally suitable for
lers have greater insight into the history and the internal flights are excluded in the cost of anyone to join with shorter duration and a
culture of each destination. land package. slower pace for your enjoyment.

Stress-Free journey is another reason why so Independent Private Touring Moderate Paced
many people would like to book with us. In
your expertly-planned itinerary, your meals will Whether you are families with small children, Moderate Paced tour may include longer
be booked, evening entertainment tickets will group of friends wishing to travel on an exclu- period tour on foot and climbing stairs as
be pre-arranged, hotel room key will be ready sive tour or you are a member of local club or well as longer driving period.
for check-in, and admission tickets have been community wanting to create a special inter-
prepaid. Your guide who speaks your language est tour, we can tailor-make an unique journey Active Paced
will look after you and guide you through all to suit you specific requirements to any of
the local best sights without any language our destinations! You can also choose any Active Paced will involve longer than
barriers. Your Valuable time searching for loca- of our small group tour itineraries and depart expected walking, trekking and many
tions and tourist spots is saved and you can anytime of the year and even add any stopover overnight train journeys which an active
just sit back and relax on our luxury air-condi- package as pre stay or post stay to make level of fitness is required.
tioning coach while enjoying the commentary an exciting trip. The choice is yours. So why
and scenery. not enjoy great flexibility and independence
without sacrifice your budget when you can!
You can also make new friends during your Simply contact one of our friendly consultant
small group touring. You have more time and and let us know as much details as possible
closer interaction with your fellow travellers such as group size, hotel category, duration of
than bigger groups. Moreover, your budget the trip, budget, places of interest etc so we
is well controlled as you are entitled group can design the proposed itinerary to you free
discounts while travelling with us as a group! of charge.
You know how much in total you are going
to pay and have more spending money in the Before Your Tour Start
destination!
We will provide you with your final travel
Fully Inclusive Group Touring documents approximately 3 weeks before
departure. Your documents will include your
You will not find any ‘Hidden extras’ or ‘Sur- air ticket (If you booked a fully inclusive pack-
prise’ after you book the tour with us. When age), a detailed day by day tour itinerary with
we say fully inclusive, we mean it. Except for hotel names, telephone numbers and local
some semi- independent tours, all our air and emergency contact details, Australia departure
land packages are inclusive of international card, destination information booklet & maps,
& domestic economy class flights, any cruise tour questionnaire, your packing list, comple-
and train tickets, luxury accommodations, mentary travel wallet and luggage tags!
delicious local meals, English speaking local
guides, tipping for guide and driver, local taxes Your Local Guides & National Guides
and surcharges, entrance fees, some evening
entertainment, pre tour information booklet, Tour guide is the most important factor of
travel wallet, air-conditioned coach trans- your group travel. We are lucky enough to have
fers throughout and even your daily mineral Knowledgeable, professional, responsible and
waters. All you need to prepare is your daily delightful local guides serve you in the destina-
spending money for personal expenditures. tions we handle and they will be with you in
certain regions to make sure you enjoy your
tour. They will be more than happy to share the
in-depth knowledge inside out with you. Our

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Welcome Transportation Guaranteed Departure discretion based on the service received.

Various means of transportation have been We understand it will be very disappointing if Solo Travellers
planned in our itinerary with comfort and we cancel your well-planned trip you are look-
enjoyment in mind! ing forward to. We understand it is essential At MW Tours, we provide low cost of Single
that you can book our tours with confidence Supplement when you are travelling solo so
By Road and peace of mind. Most of our tours are you can enjoy comfort with great privacy. We
All coaches, vans, cars we are using are guaranteed with a minimum of 2 people travel- understand that some guests don’t want to
modern, air-conditioned vehicles at no more ling together. In case of minimum numbers incur the expense of an additional single occu-
than 5 years old. We ensure 20% of empty being required to operate certain tours, we will pancy room supplement. We will try our best
seats of each coach we use so you won’t feel advise you the loading situation by the time of to accommodate you with a fellow guest of
the coach is jam packed and you have enough booking and will reconfirm the running of the the same gender on a two bed basis, however,
space for the long drive. tours with you as soon as possible! we cannot confirm to you until 4 weeks before
departure and cannot guarantee the room-
By Air Stopover Packages mates will be of a same age group who will be
MW Tours are preferred wholesale partners a non-smoker. You are required to pay single
with many major carriers out of Australia such We have created various stopover packages supplement at the time of booking and claim
as Qantas, Cathay Pacific, and Emirates. We in each country. So you can add one of them the refund when a roommate is confirmed to
are using different airlines for different rout- as pre stay or post stay package to make your share the room with you.
ings to make sure your travelling is more com- holiday longer or simply mix and match to cre-
fortable with less connection time. Whichever ate your own unique itinerary. Please contact Early booking & payment Discounts
we use are full service airlines with high safety our reservation team if you wish to make
record. Please refer to individual tours page for alternations to your liking and we will get back This only applies if you book a fully inclusive
more details. to you with the personalised proposal free of tour (Air & Land package) and would like to
charge. pay in full 6 months before departure, you will
Domestic air travel in Asia is with reliable and be eligible to enjoy the following discount. For
major local full service carriers to ensure the While your flight stopover in the 3rd country, land-only portion value under $3000, $100
least delay and interruption on your tours. we encourage you to take advantage of flight per person discount will apply. For land-only
routing and make a stopover to break the trip portion value over $3000, $150 per person
By Water before tour starts or after tour finishes. Either discount will apply. This discount CAN be com-
Cruising is fun and is available on many of our in Hong Kong or Singapore, Kuala Lumpur or bined with other discounts where applicable.
tours to China, India and Indochina. We only Canton. We are happy to assist with accom-
use first class cruise lines such as American modation and transfers and city tours in each Travel Together & Save
Victoria, Jahan Cruises, Pandow Cruises, and region.
Century Cruises etc. to deliver 5 star service Travel with family and friends can be fun and
and excellent on board experiences and enter- Our Local Partners rewarding. If a group of 6-9 guests travel to-
tainment. gether, a discount of 5% off the land-only por-
With years of experience behind our reliable tion per person applies to the holiday of your
By Rail overseas partners, you can be assured our choice! If 10 or more people travel together,
High speed train or bullet trains are getting more tours operate efficiently and smoothly in every MW Tours offers very attractive group rates
popular nowadays. If possible, we would like you aspect. Our strong relationship with our local based on the number of people. So it pays to
to try the modern technology with comfort! partners ensure they will always look after you travel together with family and friends! Simply
and 100% satisfaction is guaranteed! Our dedi- request your group quote with our friendly
In Japan, We provide VIP service during the Train cated local 24 hours emergency hotline will consultant.
journey. Some bullet train rides are included in also be provided with your final documents.
your itinerary and your luggage will be shipped You can contact our local team to solve any Your Next Tour With MW Tours
to your next destination and overnight baggage issues promptly.
maybe needed. We are confident that you will return to travel
Tipping with us again once you have completed your
When travelling on the train in China, your lug- tour. If you have travelled with us before,
gage will travel with you all the time with porter Tipping is a firm and expected element in the you are entitled a special 5% discount off the
service available at train stations. The soft seats tourism industry today. We strive to establish land-only portion (Exclude Air) of the next MW
class train will be provided for day time train and trust with our guides, who rely on and expect Tours of your choice! You will need to travel
soft sleeper train will be used for overnight train tips from passengers. Many passengers are within five years of your last trip to qualify for
with 4 person per cabin. often uncertain of how much to tip. The total the discount.
amount is depending on the length, group size
Some scenic train rides may also be included and services used during the trip. To avoid Important
in our Taiwan and Korea packages to create a the confusion, Tipping has now been included
unique experience for you. in most of China, Vietnam, Japan and India All discounts are per person and do not
fully guided group tours! They are to be paid apply to extra night accommodation and
While in India, some itineraries also make use to your main service providers such as the transfers, airfare and taxes. A maximum
of the famous narrow gauge toy train which are Local Guides and Drivers in each city. Your 2 type of discounts can be combined!
the best way to experience remote hill stations. final documents will specify the recommended
Security on board is generally not an issue, tipping amount for your tour guide and driver
however we suggest you to look after your own if the tipping was not included and it is at your
bag during the train journey. own discretion.

Any other tipping, such as tips for room
attendants, rickshaw riders, hotel porters,
boatman, river cruise guides is at your own

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Taiwan | Introduction

Introduction to Taiwan

Taiwan is situated in the Pacific Ocean about 160km from the south eastern coast of the mainland China. It is

located about midway between Korea and Japan to the north and Hong Kong and the Philippines to the south.

General nent at the western edge of the Pacific Ocean, between Japan
and the Philippines and right in the center of the East-Asian
Area : 36,000 square kilometers island arc, Taiwan forms a vital line of communication in the
Population : 23 million Asia-Pacific region. It covers an area of approximately 36,000
Language : Mandarin / Taiwanese / Hakka / Indigenous square kilometers (14,400 square miles) and is longer than
Religion : Buddhism / Taoism / Christianity / Islam it is wide. Two-thirds of the total area is covered by forested
mountains and the remaining area consists of hilly country,
Time platforms and highlands, coastal plains and basins. The Central
Mountain Range stretches along the entire island from north
Taiwan is 2 hours behind Australian EST. to south, thus forming a natural line of demarcation for rivers
on the eastern and western sides of the island. On the west
Entry Requirements side lies the Yushan Mountain Range with its main peak
reaching 3,952 meters, the highest mountain peak in
Australian passport holders are allowed to enter Taiwan without Northeast Asia.
a visa for up to 30 days Passports must be valid for 6 months.
History
Location
Taiwan’s history can be traced back to at least 7000 years
Taiwan’s total land area is only about 36,000 square kilometers ago. Between 7000 and 400 years ago, Austronesia ancestors
(14,400 square miles); it is shaped like a leaf that is narrow at of the aboriginals arrived in Taiwan in small groups and became
both ends. It lies off the southeastern coast of mainland Asia, the earliest known inhabitants of Taiwan. During the age of
across the Taiwan Strait from Mainland China-- a solitary discovery of the 16th century, western sailors arrived in the
island on the western edge of the Pacific Ocean. To the north Far East to set up colonies and conduct trade.
lies Japan; to the south is the Philippines. Many airlines fly to
Taiwan, helping make it the perfect travel destination. Literature and Art

Climate If you want to observe the multifaceted manifestations of
5,000 years of culture, or feel for yourself the joy and harmony
If you are from a high-latitude country, you can leave your of life in a heterogeneous society, then a tour of Taiwan is just
winter coat behind when coming to Taiwan and indulge in the what you need. Perhaps the best thing about experiencing the
pleasant warmth of the sun. If you’d rather experience the endless variety of Taiwan’s artistic wonders is that whatever
carefree sensation of healthy beads of sweat running down you like, whether it be folk festivals, religious faith, traditional
your forehead, then you should visit the beach at Kending skills, or modern art, is that everything is right at hand. You
in southern Taiwan where it is summer all year round. Don’t can find expressions of the island’s rich and varied art on
worry too much about getting burnt by the dazzling sun; the every street and lane, and in the lives of the people. And every
island of Taiwan is located in the subtropical climate zone, part of Taiwan—north, center, south, and east, and even the
and the sun is not as stinging hot as it seems bright. Fur- offshore islands—shows its own unique local characteristics,
thermore, the island is surrounded by oceans; and the ocean profoundly different yet centered on a common cultural core.
breezes, which are the reason for Taiwan’s humid weather, will This is the source of Taiwan’s magnetic allure.
surely make you completely forget the dry cold back home.

Nature

Formosa is what the Portuguese called Taiwan when they
came here in the 16th century and saw the island’s verdant
beauty. Located along the southeast coast of the Asian Conti-

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Taiwan | Introduction Religion Bottled water could be found in most of 7-Eleven stores and
supermarkets.
Taiwan is highly diversified in terms of religious faith, with
the practice of Buddhism, Taoism, Christianity, Mormonism, 2. Currency
the Unification Church, Islam, and Hinduism, as well as native The local currency in Taiwan is “New Taiwan Dollars” (NT$).
sects such as Yiguandao and others. The island not only There are NT$1,000, NT$500, NT$200, NT$100, and NT$50
respects traditional faiths but also opens its arms to other notes.
types of religious thought from the outside.

People And there are NT$50, NT$20, NT$10, NT$5 and NT$1 coins.
AU$1 = NTD$27 (approximately)
Taiwan has a population of 23 million. The larger part of the Credit cards are very popular in Taiwan.
island’s inhabitants are the descendants of immigrants from
the various provinces of mainland China, but in particular from 3. Customs
the southeastern coastal provinces of Fujian and Guangdong. One has to declare if one carries more than US$5,000 cash
Because the different ethnic groups have fairly well integrated, or otherequivalent foreign currencies. It is prohibited to bring
differences that originally existed between people from different fresh fruits, plants, any kind of fresh, frozen, preserved or boiled
provinces have gradually disappeared. Some 360,000 indigenous seaproductions. Most personal belongings are duty free, but
people, the original inhabitants of Taiwan, still live here; they stereo sets, TVs, VCRs and computers must be declared. Check
can be distinguished into 14 different tribes, namely the Amis, entry forms for duty-free allowances and restrictions.
the Atayal, the Paiwan, the Bunun, the Puyuma, the Rukai, the
Tsou, the Saisiyat, the Tao (or Yami), the Thao, the Kavalan, 4. Tips
the Truku ,the Sakizaya and the Sediq It is suggested to tip hotel porter US$ 1 per suitcase for carrying
luggage, US$ 1 per day for hotel room-maids, US$ 3 per day for
Language tour guide, and US$2 per day for driver.

The official language of Taiwan is Mandarin Chinese, but 5. Telephone
because many Taiwanese are of southern Fujianese descent, Local calls cost NT$1 for 2 minutes. Prepaid phone cards and
Minnan (the Southern Min dialect, or Heluo) is also widely IC cards are available at most of the convenient stores and
spoken. The smaller groups of Hakka people and aborigines kiosks. Most hotels have English and Japanese speaking
have also preserved their own languages. Many elderly people switchboard operators. For international calls, one should dial
can also speak some Japanese, as they were subjected to “002” to access an international call. Calling from foreign
Japanese education before Taiwan was returned to Chinese country to Taiwan, should dial + 886 + 2(Taipei) + number
rule in 1945 after the Japanese occupation which lasted for Emergency call: 119 – for police, ambulance and fire
half a century. The most popular foreign language in Taiwan is
English, which is part of the regular school curriculum. 6. Hotel Check Out
However, to be on the safe side, when taking a taxi in Taiwan Please check one’s own bill such as phone charge, mini-bar, laundry
it is advisable to prepare a note with your place of destina- or any other personal expenses. Please make sure that the luggage
tion written in Chinese to show the taxi driver. Taiwan is also is loaded into the coach or taken care of by local guide.
the most ideal place to learn Chinese. There are numerous
language schools that offer Chinese classes, ranging from 7. Others
hourly-based classes to recognized university programs. It is safe to travel in Taiwan. However, it is still suggested not to
Many foreigners from Europe and the United States, as well as be out alone, and carry our phone numbers ( 24 hours ) and the
other areas, come to Taiwan to spend their holidays, or one or mobile phone number of the local guide’s for emergency.
two years, studying Chinese. Please prepare one’s own medicine, sun tan lotion and others.

Traveler Information Tailor Made Tours are available to meet any requirements.
Hotel reservations from 2 to 5 stars class hotels, domestic and
1. Voltage and drinking water international air-tickets, and airport transfer service by private cars.
The voltage used in Taiwan is 110 V., 60 Hz.
However, most of hotels are equipped with 110 / 220 V sockets.
It is recommended to drink bottled water instead of tap water.

Temperature ( Fahrenheit )

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Taipei 61 61 65 71 77 81 85 84 81 76 70 64

Taichung 61 62 67 73 78 82 83 82 81 77 71 64

Sun Moon 57 58 62 67 70 72 73 73 72 69 65 60

Hualien 64 64 68 73 77 81 83 82 80 76 71 67

Mt. Ali 42 44 48 52 55 57 58 57 56 54 50 45

Kaohsiung 66 67 72 77 81 83 84 83 82 80 74 68

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Map of Taiwan Taiwan | Introduction

Keelung

Taipei

Hsinshu Yilan

Taipei

Taroko National Park

Taichung

Hualien Taroko National Park

Nantou
Sun Moon Lake

Chiayi Taitung Sun Moon Lake
Tainan Kaohsiung
Kaohsiung

Kenting

Kenting

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Taiwan | Accommodation Your Accommodation [Taiwan]

At MW Tours, We have selected comfortable and luxury hotels for your accommodation. We know a good night sleep is very important
during the tour and we believe our taste! Please ask our reservations team for details.

Fleur De Chine Hotel | Taiwan Grand Hi Lai Hotel | Taiwan Hotel Royal Chihpen | Taiwan

Fleur de Chine Hotel is situated at the Grand Hi-Lai Hotel was completed in Hotel Royal Chihpen is situated in the
north peninsula of the Sun Moon Lake, 1995. This top class facility is managed in scenic Chihpen area of Taitung County. It
with a distinctive style in its building accordance with the highest international is blessed with natural hot spring water
structure, creating an aesthetic atmosphere standards. Its artistic neo-classic-styled and surrounded with rich, natural scenic
with the integration of nature and simplicity structure immediately established it as attractions such as gorges, waterfalls, the
with the surroundings. one of southern Taiwan landmarks. Chihpen Forest Recreation Area, etc.

Silks Place Taroko | Taiwan Howard Plaza Taipei | Taiwan

Silks Place Taroko is part of the Formosa Your favorite meeting place and home
International Hotel Corporation, under away from home. Located in the heart of
the Silks Hotel brand. Away from the city Taipei’s financial and business district. 10
center, this mountainside hotel, located minutes from Taipei World Trade Center
in Hualien County, is the only 5-star hotel and International Convention Center.
within the Taroko National Park. Within walking distance to 2 MRT stations.
606 elegantly designed guest rooms
furnished in rosewood mahogany.

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Taiwan | Accommodation

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Taiwan | Small Group Touring Small Group Touring [Taiwan]

Highlights of Luxury Taiwan [08 Days]

Taipei, Nantou, Sun Moon Lake, Kaohsiung & Kenting

Introduction Map

This short yet exciting tour has highlighted the N No. of nights Taipei 1N
best of Taiwan has to offer. If you have limited Flight
time and budget, this will be your best choice. Coach
Spend a week on this magical tours and we
guarantee you’ll get a lot more than you expected. OUT Nantou IN
Sun Moon Lake 1N
Price [Fully Inclusive|Twin Share] Taroko Gorge
1N Hualien

From $2,495 Departing Sydney, Melbourne,
Brisbane, Adelaide & Perth cities
per person
Flying Cathay Pacific Airways
Adelaide passenger may involve
extra domestic add on at extra cost

Single Room Supplement Land Only Including Tipping Kaohsiung 1N Taitung
1N Chihpen

From $475 From $1,495 Kenting

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Day 01: Australia - Taipei at 5* Silks Place Taroko or similar Inclusions Taiwan | Small Group Touring

Enjoy your overnight flight to Capital city of Day 06: Hualien - Taroko Gorge - ■ Return international economy class airfares
Taiwan- Taipei. Taipei [B] ■ Australia and Taiwan departure taxes
■ Current Airline Fuel levy - Subject to Change
Day 02: Taipei - Nantou - Sun Moon After breakfast, we will make a visit to Taroko ■ 5* accommodation w/ buffet breakfast
Lake [B] National Park. Taroko Gorge is an exceptional- ■ All transportation, daily tours and
ly beautiful, narrow raving created by the Liwu
Welcome to Taiwan. Upon arrival, meet and river which has cut deep into the mountains of admission fees
transfer by our local guide and then start solid marble. A road carved into sheer walls of ■ Professional English speaking guide
your journey to the Sun Moon Lake。 The area rock rewinding its way past forested peaks and ■ A MW Tours travel wallet
around the Sun Moon Lake is home to the cliffs towering thousands of feet above it,
Thao tribe, one of aboriginal tribes in Taiwan. while hundreds of feet below a river roars past Exclusions
Sun Moon Lake surrounds a tiny island called gigantic marble boulders. Passing by Tunnel
Lalu. You will be on a bus tour to travel around of Nine Turns, Ci Mu Bridge, stops will be ■ Travel insurance
the Lake and visit the Wenwu Temple also made at Swallow Grotto, Changchun Temple ■ Daily meals
known as Literature-Warrior Temple, dedicated and Shakadang Trail. We will then drive back ■ Tipping for guide & driver at own discretion
to Confucius as Master of Pen and to Kuan to Taipei with a stop at Qingshui Cliff, drive ■ Personal expenditures
Ti as Master of Sword, Holy Monk Shrine and through Syue-Shan Long Tunnel (12.9 Kms) ■ Shoulder and Peak season surcharge
Ci En Pagoda. After touring round Sun Moon to arrive at around 6 PM. Check in at 5* How-
Lake, check in hotel. Enjoy natural hot spring ard Plaza Hotel for overnight stay. Departure Dates
at the Fleur de Chine Hotel, Sun Moon Lake.
You can also enjoy the walking trails, biking, Day 07: Taipei - Australia [B] Depart Australia
hiking or boating at the lake. Overnight stay at Every Sunday
5* Fleur De Chine Sun Moon Lake Half day city tour in Taipei after breakfast.
After lunch check out and enjoy your free Easy Paced
Day 03: Sun Moon Lake - Kaohsiung time in Taipei for last minute shopping or visit
[B] National museums until transfer to airport for Easy Paced are generally suitable for
your evening flight back to Australia anyone to join with shorter duration and
Breakfast at hotel, then we will drive to Fo Guang a slower pace for your enjoyment.
Shan Buddhist Monastery, the most famous Day 08: Arrive Australia
Buddhist sacred place of southern Taiwan.
Here you will learn about Buddhism during Arrive home in the morning
the monastery walking tour, and there will be
chance to taste Buddhist vegetarian lunch (at
your own cost) and communicate with some
of the monks, nuns during the visit to the Main
Shrine, Great Buddha Land where you will find a
huge Buddha statue. Continuously, we will drive
to Kaohsiung City, which is the second largest
city of Taiwan. The tour will take you to Former
British Consulate, Love River and Lio Ho Night
Market. Overnight stay at 5*Grand Hi-Lai Hotel,
Kaohsiung or similar

Day 04: Kaoshiung - Kenting -
Chihpen Hot Spring [B]

Morning tour to Kenting National Park, located
at Taiwan’s southern tip and the 37 miles of
coral-rimmed shoreline along three sides of
the park provide its main attractions. Stops
will be made at Eluanbi light house, Maobitou
coastal scenic area and Longpan Park.
Continuously we will drive to Taitung via
Southern Link Highway. Enjoy natural hot
spring at your Hotel. Royal Chihpen Taitung
(5*) or similar

Day 05: Taitung - East Coast Scenic
Area - Hualien [B]

After breakfast, it will be an exciting East Coast
Tour. The East Coast National Scenic Area, known
as “Taiwan’s last unspoiled land”, stretches 170
kilometers down the east coast of the island.
Weathering, erosion and accumulation have pro-
duced a wide range of landforms here. Our tour
will stop at Xiaoyeliu, Sanxiantai, Shitiping (Stone
Steps), marble factory and showroom. Late after-
noon, we will proceed to Hualien for overnight stay

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Taiwan | Small Group Touring

Around Formosa Taiwan Tour
[10 Days]

Taipei, Nantou, Sun Moon Lake, Kenting, Taitung & Hualien

Introduction Map

Taiwan has so much to offer the tourist: natural N No. of nights
beauty, rare wildlife, modern cities, ethnic diversity, Flight
arts and cultures, intriguing folk traditions and Coach
tantalizing food. It is situated between the
Eurasian Continent and the Pacific Ocean. This Taipei 3N
10 days tour will feast your eyes with the most
popular sights and is ideal for the first time visitors. IN

Price [Fully Inclusive|Twin Share] OUT Taroko Gorge
Nantou 1N Hualien

Sun Moon Lake 1N

From $2,895 Departing Sydney, Melbourne,
Brisbane, Adelaide & Perth cities
per person
Flying Qantas or Cathay Pacific
Adelaide passenger may involve Taitung
extra domestic add on at extra cost 1N Chihpen

Kaohsiung 1N

Single Room Supplement Land Only Including Tipping

Kenting

From $680 From $1,895

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Day 01: Australia - Taipei at 5*Grand Hi-Lai Hotel, Kaohsiung or similar transfer to the Taipei International Airport for Taiwan | Small Group Touring
your flight home.
Fly from Australia to the capital city of Taiwan. Day 06: Kaoshiung - Kenting -
Enjoy your overnight flight service with meal Chihpen Hot Spring [B] Day 10: Arrive Australia
on board.
Morning tour to Kenting National Park, located Arrive Australia, finishes this amazing trip
Day 02: Arrive Taipei at Taiwan’s southern tip and the 37 miles of around Formosa Taiwan.
coral-rimmed shoreline along three sides of
Upon arrival, you will be welcomed by our local the park provide its main attractions. Stops Inclusions
staff and transfer you to Taipei Howard Plaza will be made at Eluanbi light house, Maobitou
hotel. After check in at hotel, you will be free at coastal scenic area and Longpan Park. ■ Return international economy class airfares
your leisure. You may use your complementary Continuously we will drive to Taitung via ■ Australia and Taiwan departure taxes
MRT ticket to travel around the city and Southern Link Highway. Enjoy natural hot ■ Current Airline Fuel levy - Subject to Change
explore at your own pace. spring at your Hotel. Royal Chihpen Taitung ■ 5* accommodation w/ buffet breakfast
(5*) or similar ■ All transportation, daily tours and
Day 03 : Taipei city & Chiufen village
[B] Day 07: Taitung - East Coast Scenic admission fees
Area - Hualien [B] ■ Professional English speaking guide
Enjoy your hotel breakfast. Then you will be ■ A MW Tours travel wallet
picked up by our local guide to join the morning After breakfast, it will be an exciting East
Taipei half day city tour. You will be driving Coast Tour. The East Coast National Scenic Exclusions
pass by the Presidential Office Building Chiang Area, known as “Taiwan’s last unspoiled
Kai- Shek Memorial Hall (Taiwan Democracy land”, stretches 170 kilometers down the east ■ Travel insurance
Memorial Hall), Martyrs’ Shrine also named War coast of the island. Weathering, erosion and ■ Daily meals
Memorial, National Palace Museum, Chinese accumulation have produced a wide range of ■ Tipping for guide & driver at own discretion
Temple and Handicraft Centre. Afternoon travel landforms here. Our tour will stop at Xiaoyeliu, ■ Personal expenditures
to Chiufen Village-a traditional Taiwanese style Sanxiantai, Shitiping (Stone Steps), marble ■ Shoulder and Peak season surcharge
village where tea houses, snack shops and factory and showroom. Late afternoon, we
dessert shops are most famous. Driving through will proceed to Hualien for overnight stay at 5* Departure Dates
the Chinkuashih Village, later visit Pitou Cape, Silks Place Taroko or similar
Nanya Rock, Formations, Bay of Two Colours. Depart Australia
At night you can make your way to visit famous Day 08: Hualien - Taroko Gorge - Every Friday
Shilin night market, it is a great place for Taipei [B]
Taiwanese style food and grocery shopping. Easy Paced
After breakfast, we will make a visit to Taroko
Day 04: Taipei - Nantou - Sun Moon National Park. Taroko Gorge is an exceptionally Easy Paced are generally suitable for
Lake [B] beautiful, narrow raving created by the Liwu anyone to join with shorter duration and
river which has cut deep into the mountains of a slower pace for your enjoyment.
After breakfast then start your journey to the solid marble. A road carved into sheer walls of
Sun Moon Lake。 The area around the Sun rock rewinding its way past forested peaks and
Moon Lake is home to the Thao tribe, one of cliffs towering thousands of feet above it,
aboriginal tribes in Taiwan. Sun Moon Lake while hundreds of feet below a river roars past
surrounds a tiny island called Lalu. You will gigantic marble boulders. Passing by Tunnel
be on a bus tour to travel around the Lake of Nine Turns, Ci Mu Bridge, stops will be
and visit the Wenwu Temple also known made at Swallow Grotto, Changchun Temple
as Literature-Warrior Temple, dedicated to and Shakadang Trail. We will then drive back
Confucius as Master of Pen and to Kuan Ti as to Taipei with a stop at Qingshui Cliff, drive
Master of Sword, Holy Monk Shrine and Ci En through Syue-Shan Long Tunnel (12.9 Kms)
Pagoda. After touring round Sun Moon Lake, to arrive at around 6 PM. Check in at 5*
check in hotel. Enjoy natural hot spring at the Howard Plaza Hotel for overnight stay.
5* Fleur de Chine Hotel, Sun Moon Lake. You
can also enjoy the walking trails, biking, hiking Day 09: Taipei - Australia [B]
or boating at the lake.
After hotel breakfast. Free at your leisure until
Day 05: Sun Moon Lake - Kaohsiung
[B]

Breakfast at hotel, then we will drive to Fo
Guang Shan Buddhist Monastery, the most
famous Buddhist sacred place of southern
Taiwan. Here you will learn about Buddhism
during the monastery walking tour, and there
will be chance to taste Buddhist vegetarian
lunch (at your own cost) and communicate
with some of the monks, nuns during the visit
to the Main Shrine, Great Buddha Land where
you will find a huge Buddha statue. Continuously,
we will drive to Kaohsiung City, which is the
second largest city of Taiwan. The tour will
take you to Former British Consulate, Love
River and Lio Ho Night Market. Overnight stay

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Taiwan | Small Group Touring

Classic Taiwan [11 Days]

Taipei, Yehliu, Chiufen Village, Wulai, Taichung & Tainan

Introduction

The Country is known as The Heart of Asia, with majestic mountains, beautiful fresh water lakes
and other natural landscapes as well as temples and bustling cities. This small island contains a
world of contrasts and an infusion of cultural influences that you’re not likely to find in any other
country. Come and join this fabulous 11 days trip and you will be surprised about the local deli-
cacy, hospitality and unbeatable scenery Taiwan has to offer.

Price [Fully Inclusive|Twin Share] Map

Departing Sydney, Melbourne, N No. of nights Taipei 5N
Brisbane, Adelaide & Perth cities Flight
From $3,295 Coach
Flying Cathay Pacific Airways.
per person Adelaide passenger may involve
extra domestic add on at extra cost
IN

OUT Taroko Gorge
Hualien
Taichung
Single Room Supplement Land Only Including Tipping Sun Moon Lake 1N

From $795 From $2,295

Tainan 1N Taitung
Kaohsiung 1N

Kenting
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Day 01: Australia - Taipei Day 06: Sun Moon Lake - Tainan - cook transform to perfect dinner on a huge Taiwan | Small Group Touring
Kaohsiung [B|L] charcoal grill. After that visit Lungshan Temple
Fly from Australia to the capital city of Taiwan. and Hwashi Night Market. Hwahsi Street Night
Enjoy your overnight flight service with meal Breakfast at hotel, proceed to Tainan by bus. Market is located nearby Lungshan Temple.
on board. Tainan is one of the oldest city in Taiwan, an- The night market, together with night markets
cient Capital Tainan, the ancient capital of Tai- on Guangjou Street, Wujou Street and Shichen
Day 02: Arrive Taipei wan, is situated on the southwestern coastal Street have formed a large unique market.
plains of the island and enjoys a warm climate
Upon arrival at Taoyuan international airport, year-round. We will visit Koxinga Shrine, Chih- Day 10: Taipei - Australia [B]
you will be met and transferred to your accom- kan Lou, and Chi Mei Museum. Continuously,
modation and stay at Howard Plaza hotel or we will drive to Kaohsiung, which is the largest At leisure until check out and transfer to the
similar for the following 3 nights. The remain- city in Southern Taiwan. Evening, we will visit airport for departure flight.
der of the day will be free. Lio Ho Night Market and Love River night
scenery. Overnight at 5* Howard Plaza Hotel Day 11: Arrive Australia [B]
Day 03: Yehliu - Chiufen Village [B] Kaohsiung or similar
Arrive Australia, finishes this amazing journey
After breakfast, we proceed to Keelung to visit Day 07: Kaohsiung - Kenting - to Taiwan.
Chung Ching Park where you can view the Taitung [B|L]
huge statue of the Goddess of Mercy and also Inclusions
a panoramic view of Keelung Harbor. Then After breakfast, proceed to Kenting by bus,
we continue to Yehliu famed for its numerous Kenting National Park, located at the center- ■ Return international economy class airfares
rock formations resembling a Queen’s head, piece of the Hengchun Peninsula, is Taiwan’s ■ Australia and Taiwan departure taxes
Fairy Shoe and Lover’s Rock. Return to Taipei only tropical national park. The national park ■ Current Airline Fuel levy - Subject to Change
around 12 noon for lunch. Afternoon, drive to includes mountains, forests, pasture, lakes, ■ 4* accommodation w/ buffet breakfast
Northeast Coast, visit Pitou Cape and Nanya sand dunes, beaches, and coral reefs imply ■ All transportation, daily tours and
Rocks Formation then onward to Chiufen Vil- everything you could desire when you want
lage. The villages of Chiufen were once cent- to get up front and personal with Mother admission fees
ers of gold mining in Taiwan. The gold is gone, Nature. Afternoon, we will proceed to Taitung ■ Professional English speaking guide
but these quaint old villages, built of closely- via Scenic Southern Highway. Overnight at 5* ■ A MW Tours travel wallet
packed houses clinging to steep mountain- Naruwan Hotel, Taitung or similar
sides, continue to offer enchanting scenery Exclusions
and fascinating glimpses into the lifestyles of Day 08: Taitung - Hualien - Taroko -
the past. Return to Taipei for overnight stay. Taipei [B|L] ■ Travel insurance
■ Daily meals
Day 04: Taipei - Wulai Aboriginal After breakfast, transfer to Taitung Railway ■ Tipping for guide & driver at own discretion
Village [B] Station, for Hualien. Then being transferred ■ Personal expenditures
to Taroko National Park by bus. Taroko Gorge ■ Shoulder and Peak season surcharge
After breakfast, morning tour of Taipei City, is an exceptionally beautiful, narrow raving
which include the impressive C.K.S. Memorial created by a river which has cut deep into the Departure Dates
Hall, National Palace Museum where 5,000 mountains of solid marble. A road carved into
years of Chinese Imperial arts and jade collec- sheer walls of rock snakes its way past forest- Depart Australia
tions are exhibited, Martyrs’ Shrine of tradition- ed peaks and cliffs towering thousands of feet Every Saturday
al architecture and Taipei Handicraft Center. above it, while hundreds of feet below a river
After lunch, proceed to Wulai, about 10 miles roars past gigantic marble boulders. Stops Easy Paced
south of Pitan, is the most accessible area will be made at Evergreen Shrine, Swallow
from Taipei to view the aboriginal tribesmen Grotto, Nine Turns of Tunnel, Marble Bridge, Easy Paced are generally suitable for
who once were the head Hunters of Taiwan. Tienshiang and Marble factory. Then, proceed anyone to join with shorter duration and
Descendants of the proud tribe of Taiyals, the to Hualien Railway Station to have a train ride a slower pace for your enjoyment.
present-day Wulai aborigines for the most part back to Taipei and check in at Howard Plaza
dress and perform for the benefit of tourists. Taipei or similar for 2 nights

Day 05: Taipei - Taichung - Sun Day 09: Yangmingshan Hot Spring -
Moon Lake [B|L] Taipei Night Tour [B/D]

After breakfast, you will be transferred to Taipei Morning at leisure. Afternoon visit Yangming-
High Speed Railway Station to take 1 hour high shan National Park, the mountainous area
speed bullet train from Taipei to Taichung. Con- north of Taipei City, is famous for its beautiful
tinuously, proceed to Sun Moon Lake by bus. scenery with traces of volcanic activities and
The Sun Moon Lake, located in the middle of abundant natural resources. We will enjoy the
Taiwan, with an elevation of 748 meters above hot spring bath at Yangmingshan, Yangming-
sea level, is the only natural big lake in Taiwan. shan Hot Spring belongs to the mild alkaline
The southern part of La Lu Island is shaped like sulfuric hot springs. The water has a light
a new moon, and the northern part is shaped milky color and a temperature of about 70
like a sun; hence the name Sun Moon Lake. We degrees centigrade. Bathing in the hot-spring
will visit the famous Wen Wu Temple or Litera- water has a relaxing and refreshing effect.
ture Warrior Temple dedicated to Confucius Evening, transfer to Mongolian BBQ Dinner
as Master of Pen and to Kuan Ti as Master of Restaurant, Mongolian barbecue dinner is
Sword, Itathao Village, Tse-En Pagoda, Holy served at a popular downtown restaurant with
Monk Shrine. Overnight at 4.5* Del Lago Hotel, a variety of meats, venison, vegetables, spices
Sun Moon Lake. and seasoning. Concoct yourself and let the

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Taiwan | Small Group Touring

Taiwan Panorama [13 Days]

Taipei, Wulai, Sun Moon Lake, Kaohsiung, Kenting & Taitung

Introduction

Taiwan is a multi-cultural country. Thanks to its fusion of Chinese, Fujianese, Hakka, Cantonese
and various aboriginal cultures throughout the years . Taiwan boasts a wonderful array of festivals and
celebrations. The fireworks, the music, dancing and singing, the colourful costumes, the volcanic
hot springs, the carefully followed rituals, the intriguing tales and the crowds of worshippers. This
13 days tours has all of above combined to make an luxury, authentic and unforgettable experience
of a lifetime!

Price [Fully Inclusive|Twin Share] Map

Departing Sydney, Melbourne, N No. of nights Taipei 6N
Brisbane, Adelaide & Perth cities Flight
From $3,695 Coach
Flying Cathay Pacific Airways.
per person Adelaide passenger may involve
extra domestic add on at extra cost
IN

Single Room Supplement Land Only Including Tipping OUT Taroko Gorge
1N Hualien
Nantou
Sun Moon Lake 1N

From $995 From $2,695

Kaohsiung 1N Taitung
1N Chihpen

Kenting
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Day 01: Australia - Taipei a tiny island called Lalu. You will be on a bus and Shakadang Trail. We will then drive back Taiwan | Small Group Touring
tour to travel around the Lake and visit the to Taipei with a stop at Qingshui Cliff, drive
Fly from Australia to the Capital city of Wenwu Temple also known as Literature- through Syue-Shan Long Tunnel (12.9 Kms)
Taiwan. Enjoy meal on board. Warrior Temple, dedicated to Confucius as to arrive at around 6 PM. Check in at 5*
Master of Pen and to Kuan Ti as Master of Howard Plaza Hotel for 2 nights stay
Day 02: Arrive Taipei Sword, Holy Monk Shrine and Ci En Pagoda.
After touring round Sun Moon Lake, check in Day 11: Yangmingshan Hot Spring
Welcome to Taiwan. Upon arrival at Taoyuan hotel. Enjoy natural hot spring at the Fleur de [B|D]
International Airport, you will be met and Chine Hotel, Sun Moon Lake. You can also
transferred to 5* Howard Plaza hotel or similar enjoy the walking trails, biking, hiking or Morning at leisure. Afternoon visit Yangmingshan
for 4 nights stay. The remainder of the day will boating at the lake. Overnight stay at Fleur De National Park, the mountainous area north of
be at leisure. Chine Sun Moon Lake Taipei City, is famous for its beautiful scenery
with traces of volcanic activities and abundant
Day 03: Taipei City tour - Wulai Day 07: Sun Moon Lake - Kaohsiung natural resources. We will enjoy the hot spring
Aboriginal Village [B] [B] bath at Yangmingshan, Yangmingshan Hot
Spring belongs to the mild alkaline sulphuric
After breakfast, morning tour of Taipei City, Breakfast at hotel, then we will drive to Fo hot springs. The water has a light milky colour
which includes the impressive C.K.S. Memorial Guang Shan Buddhist Monastery, the most and a temperature of about 70 degrees
Hall, National Palace Museum where 5,000 famous Buddhist sacred place of southern centigrade. Bathing in the hot-spring water
years of Chinese Imperial arts and jade Taiwan. Here you will learn about Buddhism has a relaxing and refreshing effect. Evening,
collections are exhibited, Martyrs’ Shrine of during the monastery walking tour, and there transfer to Mongolian BBQ Restaurant for
traditional architecture and Taipei Handicraft will be chance to taste Buddhist vegetarian dinner. After that, visit Lungshan Temple and
Centre. After lunch, proceed to Wulai, about 10 lunch (at your own cost) and communicate nearby Hwashi Night Markets before transferring
miles south of Pitan, is the most accessible area with some of the monks, nuns during the visit back to hotel.
from Taipei to view the aboriginal tribesmen to the Main Shrine, Great Buddha Land where
who once were the head Hunters of Taiwan. you will find a huge Buddha statue. Continuously, Day 12: Taipei - Australia [B]
Descendants of the proud tribe of Taiyals, the we will drive to Kaohsiung City, which is the
present-day Wulai aborigines for the most part second largest city of Taiwan. The tour will Free at leisure after breakfast until check out and
dress and perform for the benefit of tourists. take you to Former British Consulate, Love transfer to the airport for flight back to Australia
River and Lio Ho Night Market. Overnight stay
Day 04: Yehliu - Chiufen Village [B] at 5*Grand Hi-Lai Hotel, Kaohsiung or similar Day 13: Arrive Australia

After breakfast, we proceed to Keelung to visit Day 08: Kaoshiung - Kenting - Arrive Home in the morning
Chung Ching Park where you can view the Chihpen Hot Spring [B]
huge statue of the Goddess of Mercy and also Inclusions
a panoramic view of Keelung Harbour. Then Morning tour to Kenting National Park, located
we continue to Yehliu famed for its numerous at Taiwan’s southern tip and the 37 miles of ■ Return international economy class airfares
rock formations resembling a Queen’s head, coral-rimmed shoreline along three sides of the ■ Australia and Taiwan departure taxes
Fairy Shoe and Lover’s Rock. Return to Taipei park provide its main attractions. Stops will be ■ Current Airline Fuel levy - Subject to Change
for lunch. Afternoon, drive to Northeast Coast, made at Eluanbi light house, Maobitou coastal ■ 5* accommodation w/ buffet breakfast
visit Pitou Cape and Nanya Rocks Formation scenic area and Longpan Park. Continuously ■ All transportation, daily tours and
then onward to Chiufen Village. The villages of we will drive to Taitung via Southern Link
Chiufen were once centres of gold mining in Highway. Enjoy natural hot spring at your Hotel. admission fees
Taiwan. The gold is gone, but these quaint old Royal Chihpen Taitung or similar ■ Professional English speaking guide
villages, built of closely-packed houses clinging ■ A MW Tours travel wallet
to steep mountainsides, continue to offer Day 09: Taitung - East Coast Scenic
enchanting scenery and fascinating glimpses Area - Hualien [B] Exclusions
into the lifestyles of the past. Overnight in Taipei.
After breakfast, it will be an exciting East ■ Travel insurance
Day 05: Sanhsia & Yingko Tour [B] Coast Tour. The East Coast National Scenic ■ Daily meals
Area, known as “Taiwan’s last unspoiled land”, ■ Tipping for guide & driver at own discretion
After breakfast, free at your leisure. You stretches 170 kilometers down the east coast of ■ Personal expenditures
may use complimentary MRT ticket to travel the island. Weathering, erosion and accumulation ■ Shoulder and Peak season surcharge
around city at your own pace. Afternoon, meet have produced a wide range of landforms
our guide at hotel lobby and drive to Sanhsia, here. Our tour will stop at Xiaoyeliu, Sanxiantai, Departure Dates
about 22 km southwest to Taipei, is a bustling Shitiping (Stone Steps), marble factory and
town with narrow, winding streets and brick showroom. Late afternoon, we will proceed Depart Australia
buildings at least a century old. The main to Hualien for overnight stay at 5* Silks Place Every Wednesday
attraction is the Tsu Shih (Divine Ancestor) Taroko or similar
Temple, built in honour of Sung Dynasty loyalist, Every Saturday
Cheng Chao-ying. After visit Sanhsia, a short Day 10: Hualien - Taroko Gorge -
trip to the lush countryside southwest of Taipei Taipei [B] Easy Paced
brings you to Yingko where hand-painted
replicas of elegant Ming (1368-1644) and Chin After breakfast, we will make a visit to Taroko Easy Paced are generally suitable for
(1644-1911) vases are produced. The small National Park. Taroko Gorge is an exceptionally anyone to join with shorter duration and
town is Taiwan’s pottery centre and its narrow beautiful, narrow raving created by the Liwu a slower pace for your enjoyment.
streets are lined with shops selling everything river which has cut deep into the mountains of
from earthenware tea sets to delicate statues. solid marble. A road carved into sheer walls of
rock rewinding its way past forested peaks and
Day 06: Taipei - Nantou - Sun Moon cliffs towering thousands of feet above it,
Lake [B] while hundreds of feet below a river roars past
gigantic marble boulders. Passing by Tunnel
After breakfast, start your journey to the Sun of Nine Turns, Ci Mu Bridge, stops will be
Moon Lake。 The area around the Sun Moon made at Swallow Grotto, Changchun Temple
Lake is home to the Thao tribe, one of aboriginal
tribes in Taiwan. Sun Moon Lake surrounds

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Taiwan | Independent Touring Independent Touring [Taiwan]

Taiwan High Speed Rail Pass has recently introduced to foreign visitors. We have made various packages
utilising Rail pass for those who wants to explorer Taiwan at own pace. Come and join these affordable
independent packages to design your own holiday in Taiwan! You are also encouraged to take out the
Taipei day tour options if you wish to discover this fascinating cosmopolitan city and surroundings!

Discover Taiwan by Rail

Package A: Taipei, Tainan, Taichung, Sun Moon Lake [5 Days]

Day 01: Arrive Taipei

Meet & transfer to hotel and the rest of the time at leisure. THSR PASS
coupon will be delivered once clients check-in hotel.

Day 02: Taipei - Tainan [B]

After breakfast, go to Taipei Main Station on your own. Take HSR from
Taipei to Tainan. On arrival take shuttle to Tainan City. Suggest to visit:
Ten Drum Culture Villag, Koxinga Shrine, Chihkan Lou, Anping Fort &
Tree House etc.. historical sites, overnight in Taiwan

Standard Hotels Day 03: Tainan - Taichung - Sun Moon Lake [B]
Golden China Hotel, Taipei 3.5* or similar
Dynasty Hotel, Tainan 3* or similar After breakfast, proceed to Tainan HSR Station,Take HSR to Taichung
Einhan Resort, Sun Moon Lake 3* or similar City, on arrival take shuttle to Sun Moon Lake .Suggest to visit: Wen Wu
Temple, Tehua Village, Holy Monk Shrine etc…

Day 04: Sun Moon Lake - Taichung - Taipei [B]

After breakfast, we suggest to visit Sun Moon Lake & Puli area, then
oceed to Taichung HSR Station and take HSR back to Taipei City. Self
checkin at hotel

From $695/person [Twin Share] Day 05: Depart Taipei [B]
$318 [Single Supp]
After breakfast, free at leisure until departure transfer to Taoyuan Int’l
Extra night in Taipei: From $85/person/night Twin Airport for your next flight. (Hotel check out time is before 12:00 PM,
share including buffet breakfast luggage storage is available at hotel concierge)

Superior Hotels Inclusions
United Hotel Taipei 4* or similar
Zenda Suites, Tainan 4* or similar ■ 4 Nights hotel accommodation on twin sharing basis
Del Lago, Sun Moon Lake 4.5* or similar ■ Daily hotel breakfast
■ Roundtrip airport transfer with private car
From $798/person [Twin Share] ■ 3 Days THSR Pass
$428 [Single Supp] ■ Local Insurance

Extra night in Taipei: From $105/person/night Twin Exclusions
share including buffet breakfast
■ Transportation between site to site
** Please note that the rate is subject to change if ■ Tour guide service
overnight at Tainan & Sun Moon Lake meets Friday ■ Admission fee
& Saturday or public holiday in Taiwan. ■ Personal expense

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Package B: Taipei, Kaohsiung,Kenting,Tainan [5 Days] Taiwan | Independent Touring

Day 01: Arrival Taipei

Meet & transfer to hotel and the rest of the time at leisure. THSR PASS
coupon will be delivered once clients check-in hotel.

Day 02: Taipei - Kaohsiung - Kenting [B]

After breakfast, go to Taipei Main Station on your own.Take HSR from
Taipei to Kaohsiung, On arrival take shuttle to Kenting , Suggest to visit:
Kenting National Park, overnight in Kenting

Standard Hotels Day 03: Kenting - Kaohsiung - Tainan [B]
Golden China Hotel, Taipei 3.5* or similar
Toong Mao Kao Shang Ching, Kenting 3* After breakfast, take shuttle back to Kaohsiung, Suggest to visit: Spring
Dynasty Hotel, Tainan 3* or similar & Autumn Pavilions, Cheng Ching Lake, Former British Consulate etc…
Late afternoon, proceed to Kaohsiung HSR Station and take HSR to
From $658/person [Twin Share] Tainan City
$288 [Single Supp]
Day 04: Tainan - Taipei [B]
Extra night in Taipei: From $85/person/night Twin
share including buffet breakfast After breakfast, visit to Tainan City. Suggest to visit: Koxinga Shrine,
Chihkan Lou, Anping Fort & Tree House etc.. historical sites,proceed to
Superior Hotels Tainan HSR Station and take HSR back to Taipei City
United Hotel Taipei 4* or similar
Howard Beach Resort, Kenting 4* or similar Day 05: Departure [B]
Zenda Suites, Tainan 4* or similar
After breakfast, free at leisure until departure transfer to Taoyuan Int’l
From $808/person [Twin Share] Airport for your next flight (Hotel check out time is before 12:00 PM,
$438 [Single Supp] luggage storage is available at hotel concierge)

Extra night in Taipei: From $105/person/night Twin Inclusions
share including buffet breakfast
■ 4 nights hotel accommodation on twin sharing basis
■ Daily hotel breakfast
■ Roundtrip airport transfer with private car
■ 3 Days THSR Pass
■ Local Insurance

Exclusions

■ Transportation between site to site
■ Tour guide service
■ Admission fee
■ Personal expense

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Taiwan | Independent Touring Package C: Taipei, Kaoshiung, Tainan, Taichung [5 Days]

Day 01: Arrive Taipei

Meet & transfer to hotel and the rest of the time at leisure. THSR PASS
coupon will be delivered once clients check-in hotel.

Day 02: Taipei - Kaohsiung [B]

After breakfast, go to Taipei Main Station on your own. Take HSR from
Taipei to Kaohsiung. We suggest to visit: Spring & Autumn Pavilions,
Cheng Ching Lake, Former British Consulate, Cizi Bay, Cijin, Love River,
Leo He Night Market etc… overnight in Kaohsiung.

Standard Hotels Day 03: Kaohsiung - Tainan - Taichung [B]
Golden China Hotel, Taipei 3.5* or similar
Forte Orange Hotel, Kaohsiung 3* or similar After breakfast, proceed to Kaohsiung HSR Station on your own. Take
City Resort, Taichung 3* or similar HSR to Tainan City, we suggest to visit: Koxinga Shrine, Chihkan Lou,
Anping Fort & Tree House etc.. historical sites. Proceed to Tainan HSR
From $658/person [Twin Share] Station and take HSR to Taichung City. Suggest to visit: Feng Jia Night
$288 [Single Supp] Market etc

Extra night in Taipei: From $85/person/night Twin Day 04: Taichung - Taipei [B]
share including buffet breakfast
After breakfast, we suggest to visit: Tunghai University, Taichung
Superior Hotels Metropolitan Park, Jing 1st Street etc… Proceed to Taichung HSR
United Hotel Taipei 4* or similar Station and take HSR back to Taipei City.
Howard Plaza Kaohsiung 4* or similar
Holiday Inn Express Taichung Park 4* or Day 05: Depart Taipei [B]
similar
After breakfast, free at leisure until departure transfer to Taoyuan Int’l
From $828/person [Twin Share] Airport for your next flight. (Hotel check out time is before 12:00 PM,
$438 [Single Supp] luggage storage is available at hotel concierge)

Extra night in Taipei: From $105/person/night Twin Inclusions
share including buffet breakfast
■ 4 nights hotel accommodation on twin sharing basis
** Please note that the rate is subject to change if ■ Daily hotel breakfast
overnight at Tainan & Sun Moon Lake meets Friday ■ Roundtrip airport transfer with private car
& Saturday or public holiday in Taiwan. ■ 3 Days THSR Pass
■ Local Insurance

Exclusions

■ Transportation between site to site
■ Tour guide service
■ Admission fee
■ Personal expense

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Exchange Order Taiwan | Independent Touring

■ The Exchange Order for a THSR PASS can only be used for the purpose of exchanging for a THSR PASS; it
cannot be used for boarding the trains.

■ The Exchange Order for a THSR PASS must be used within the valid period to exchange for a PASS at
station ticket windows.

■ Please present the Exchange Order and your Passport when exchanging. If the original copy of your
Passport cannot be presented, or if the Passport identity is different to that of the Exchange Order, THSR
reserve the right to refuse the exchange.

■ The valid period of the PASS should be specified when exchanging; it is calculated based on the
consecutive accumulation of days from the starting date, within 30 days from the date the PASS was
issued; once the starting date is set, it cannot be changed.

■ Should the Exchange Order be lost, damaged or stolen, no reissuance, application for loss or refund will
be accepted.

■ Refund is only available if the Exchange Order has not been used and is within the valid period. Refund
process can only be handled from the original issuing office and a fee .

■ Once the Exchange Order is exchanged for a THSR PASS, no form of change or return will be accepted.
■ The Exchange Order for Children is suitable for children from age 6 to and including age 11. Please pre

sent the Passport when exchanging; if disqualified, THSR reserve the right to refuse the exchange.
■ For more details, please contact your travel agent.

Pass

■ The PASS can only be used by the individual owner and is not transferable.
■ The PASS is limited to use within the valid period. The passenger is permitted to take the Taiwan High

Speed Rail trains for an unlimited number of times during the valid period. The valid period of the PASS
should be specified when exchanging; it is calculated based on the consecutive accumulation of days
from the starting date, within 30 days from the date the PASS was issued; once the starting date is set, it
cannot be changed.
■ This PASS is valid for travel in non-reserved seat cars; should the passenger need to take reserved
standard seat, please reserve in advance at the ticketing window at no additional charge, however the
following must be noted:
■ Reservations must be made by presenting the PASS and an original copy of the passport at the
station ticket windows; no online or telephone reservations will be accepted.
■ During peak hours or national holidays, seat availability is not guaranteed. Should seat reservation
not be available due to full booking, please make use of the non-reserved seat service.
■ When taking reserved standard seat with the PASS, please board the train in accordance with
the seating information specified in the inner pages of the PASS during the reservation.
■ When traveling with the PASS, the passenger is limited to enter and exit the stations via the manned
gates; please bring the original copy of passport for verification purposes. If the passport cannot be
presented, or the identity on the PASS does not match the passenger, the passenger will not be allowed
to board the train; those who have already boarded the train will be asked to purchase another ticket.
■ The PASS does not accept any form of change or return. If the PASS is lost, damaged or stolen, no
reissuance, application for loss or refunds will be given.
■ During extraordinary circumstances such as train delays, interruption of service or cancellation of trains,
the PASS will not be compensated for, nor will the valid period be extended.
■ Only the original copy of the PASS is valid; any photocopying, alteration, forging or damage that is
beyond recognition will be deemed invalid.

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Taiwan | Independent Touring Taipei Daily Departure Tours

Include Taipei City Hotel Pick up & Drop Off Service

Wulai Aboriginal Village Tour Northern Coast Tour

Tour Stops Tour Itinerary
■ Push-car Ride, Wulai Waterfall, Aborigine Folk Dance, Swallow ■ Keelung city and harbour, Buddha statue, Yehliu Park, Queen’s
Lake (pass by) and Chieftain Statue. head park.

Departure daily: 4 hours Departure daily: 4 hours
From $65/person [Twin Share] From $49/person [Twin Share]

Taiwan Folk Arts Afternoon Tour Chiufen Village Afternoon Tour

Tour Stops Tour Itinerary

■ Sanhsia Tsuhih Temple, Old Street in Sanhsia, Yingko’s Pottery ■ Chiufen Village, Chinkuashih Village (pass by), Pitou Cape, Nanya
Factory & Showroom and Pottery Street in Yingko. Rock Formations and Bay of Two colours.

Departure daily Departure daily
From $58/person [Twin Share] From $58/person [Twin Share]

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Yangmingshan National Park & Hot Historical Taipei Morning/Afternoon Taiwan | Independent Touring

Spring Tour Tour

Tour Itinerary Tour Itinerary

■ Yangmingshan National Park and Hot-Spring Bath. (Fare includes ■ Presidential Building ( pass by ), Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall,
ticket and towel for hot-spring bath) Martyrs’ Shrine, Traditional Taiwanese Temple, National Palace
Museum, Handicraft Centre

Departure daily Departure daily
From $66/person [Twin Share] From $45/person [Twin Share]

Yangmingshan, the mountainous area north of Taipei City, is famous for
its beautiful scenery with traces of volcanic activities and abundant
natural resources. Yangmingshan National Park is Taiwan’s third
national park and the one closest to a major city. All year round,
Yangmingshan has attractions to offer-flowers in spring, beautiful sky
in summer, fruits and maple leaves in autumn, as well as hot-spring
bathing and snow in winter.

Taipei Night Tour with BBQ Dinner

Tour Itinerary

■ Mongolian BBQ Dinner, Lung Shan Temple, Hwahsi Night
Market,Taipei 101 Building(admission to observation deck not
include)

Departure daily
From $66/person [Twin Share]

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Taiwan | Independent Touring Taiwan Short Stays

All Tours Start From Taipei

Full Day Taroko Gorge Tour

Departure daily
From $248/person [Twin Share]

Pick up from your Taipei hotel and transfer to Domestic Airport for flight
to Hualien. On arrival, transfer to Taroko Gorge Gateway, visit Eternal
Spring Shrine, Swallow Caves, Tunnel of Nine Turns, Tienhsiang Lodge,
Marble Factory, Chi Hsing Beach, Hualien Stone Sculptural Park, Back
to Taipei by late afternoon Train. Transfer back to your accommodation

Inclusions

■ Air ticket from Taipei to Hualien
■ Train ticket from Hualien to Taipei
■ Lunch & admission tickets
■ All transfers and English speaking local guide.

Sun Moon Lake, Puli & Lukang Tour [2 Days]

Day 01: Taipei - Sun Moon Lake

Pick up from hotel and move to Nantou, visit Puli ( a cultural & artistic
heaven) , Sun Moon Lake Tour, Wen Wu Temple, Tehua Village,Tse-En
Pagoda, Holy Monk Shrine. Overnight at Del Lago hotel or similar

Day 02: Sun Moon Lake - Taipei [B]

Enjoy beautiful view of Sun Moon Lake after breakfast, move to Lukang
historical and Cultural town, late afternoon back to Taipei by Bus/Train.

Inclusions

■ One night deluxe hotel with Breakfast
■ Admission fee & all transfers
■ English speaking local guide

Depart Taipei Every Monday, Tuesday,
Wednesday & Thursday
From $318/person [Twin Share]
$95/person [Single Supp]

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Kaohsiung & Kenting National Park Tour Daily Departure [2 Days] Taiwan | Independent Touring

Day 01: Taipei - Kaohsiung

Pick up from hotel and transfer to Taiwan High Speed Rail Station, enjoy
High Speed Bullet Train for Kaohsiung, on arrival move to Maopitou,
visit Oluanpi Light House, Kenting Park, back to Kaohsiung and check in
at Garden Villa or similar

Day 02: Kanhsiung - Taipei [B]

After breakfast, enjoy your Kaohsiung City Tour. Visit Cheng Ching Lake,
Spring & Autumn Pavilions, Former British Consulate, later transfer to Ka-
ohsiung High Speed Train Station and take the Bullet Train back to Taipei

With Taiwan High Speed Train experience Inclusions
From $488/person [Twin Share]
$72/person [Single Supp] ■ Round trip high speed bullet train tickets between Taipei and
Kaohsiung

■ One night deluxe hotel accommodation with Breakfast
■ Admission fee, all transfers and English speaking local guide

Luxury Sun Moon Lake & Mt. Alishan [3 Days]

Day 01: Taipei - Sun Moon Lake

Pick up from hotel and coach to Nantou, visit Puli ( a cultural & artistic
heaven) , Sun Moon Lake Tour include visit to Wen Wu Temple,Tehua
Village, Tse-En Pagoda, Holy Monk Shrine. Check in at Fleur de Chine,
Sun Moon Lake or similar for overnight stay.

Day 02: Sun Moon Lake - Chiayi [B]

After breakfast, leave for Alishan via New Central Cross Island Highway
and Yushan National Park, driving through Alishan National Scenic Area,
enjoy Forest Tour – a walking tour through forest to visit Sisters Ponds,
Shou-Chen Temple, and the fallen giant Sacred Tree, drive to Chiayi for
overnight stay at Nice Prince, Chiayi or similar

Depart Taipei every Tuesday Day 03: Chiayi - Taipei [B]
From $575/person [Twin Share]
$210/person [Single Supp] After Breakfast, Proceed to Lukang historical and cultural town, afternoon
transfer to Taipei by Bus/Train

Inclusions

■ 2 nights Luxury hotel accommodation with daily Breakfast
■ Admission fee, all transfers and English speaking local guide

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Taiwan | Independent Touring Central & Southern Taiwan Tour [4 Days]

heaven) , Sun Moon Lake Tour, Wen Wu Temple, Tehua Village,Tse-En
Pagoda, Holy Monk Shrine. Overnight at Del Lago hotel or similar

Day 02: Sun Moon Lake - Kaohsiung [B]

Proceed to Lukang historical and cultural town, Proceed to Kaohsiung for
2 nights stay at Garden Villa or similar

Day 03: Kaohsiung - Kenting - Kaohsiung [B]

After breakfast. Move to Maopitou and visit Oluanpi Light House, Kenting
Park, back to Kaohsiung for overnight stay

Depart Taipei every Monday, Tuesday, Day 04: Kaohsiung - Taipei [B]
Wednesday and Thursday
From $625/person [Twin Share] Enjoy your morning city Tour in Kaohsiung including visit to Cheng Ching
$185/person [Single Supp] Lake, Spring & Autumn Pavilions, Former British Consulate, Late afternoon
back to Taipei by Bus/Train
Day 01: Taipei - Sun Moon Lake
Inclusions
Pick up from hotel and move to Nantou, visit Puli ( a cultural& artistic
■ 3 nights Deluxe hotel accommodation with Breakfast
■ Admission fee, all transfers and English speaking local guide.

Around Island Tour [4 Days]

Day 03: Kaohsiung - Taitung [B]

After breakfast, depart for Kenting, enjoy Kenting National Park Tour,
Lunch at Kenting then proceed to Taitung via scenic Southern Highway.
Overnight at Naruwan Hotel, Taitung or similar

Day 04: Taitung - Hualien - Taipei [B]

Transfer to Taitung Railway Station and leave for Hualien, upon arrival,
start your Taroko Gorge tour including visit to Eternal Spring Shrine,
Swallow Caves, Tunnel of Nine Turns, Tienhsiang Lodge, Lunch at Hualien
then visit Marble Factory & showroom, Board your high speed Train for
Taipei. Arrive Taipei and tour ends with transfer to your city hotel.

Depart Taipei on every Wednesday Inclusions
From $825/person [Twin Share]
$280/person [Single Supp] ■ 3 nights Deluxe hotel accommodations with breakfast
■ English speaking guide service
Day 01: Taipei - Sun Moon Lake ■ Transfers throughout, Train tickets and Entrance fee.

Pick up from hotel and Transfer to Taipei High Speed Railway Station,
Bullet Train to Taichung , Lunch at Puli then proceed to Sun Moon Lake.
Visit Wen Wu Temple, Tehua Village, Tse-En Pagoda, Holy Monk Shrine
Overnight at Del Lago, Sun Moon Lake

Day 02: Sun Moon Lake - Kaohsiung [B|L]

Leave Sun Moon Lake for Tainan, after Lunch at Tainan, Tour of Tainan
include Koxinga Shrine, Chihkan Lou, and Chi Mei Museum. Proceed to
Kaohsiung, Tour of Kaohsiung include Love River and Lio Ho Night Mar-
ket. Overnight at Howard Plaza Hotel, Kaohsiung or similar

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Taipei, Yehliu, Sun Moon Lake, Lukang [5 Days] Taiwan | Independent Touring

collections are exhibited, Martyrs’ Shrine of traditional architecture and
Taipei Handicraft Center. Golden China Hotel Taipei or similar

Day 03: Taipei - Puli - Sun Moon Lake [B]

Morning tour will take you to the central of Taiwan, visit Puli Town, the
cultural & artistic heaven. Afterwards, we will proceed to the famous
Sun Moon Lake, which situated 762 meters above sea level in the lofty
mountains of Central Taiwan, visiting the famous Wen Wu Temple or
Literature Warrior Temple dedicated to Confucius as Master of Pen and
to Kuan Ti as Master of Sword, Itathao Village, Tse-En Pagoda and Holy
Monk Shrine. Then transfer to your accommodation hotel, overnight at
Sun Moon Lake. Del Lago Sun Moon Lake or similar

Depart every Monday, Friday & Saturday Day 04: Sun Moon Lake - Lukang - Taipei [B]
From $848/person [Twin Share]
$375/person [Single Supp] Proceed to LUKANG, located about 180 kilometers south of Taipei, is
known as a center of arts and handicrafts, particularly wooden and
Day 01: Arrive Taipei bamboo items. In earlier years, the city was the site of magnificent
homes and temples of uniquely Taiwanese architecture. Some of these
Upon arrival at Taoyuan international airport, you will be met and structures still exist today. Then return to Taipei for overnight by bus or
transferred to your hotel. The remainder of the day will be free. Golden train. Golden China Hotel Taipei or similar
China Hotel Taipei or similar
Day 05: Depart Taipei [B]

At leisure until the time for hotel check out and transfer to the airport for
departure flight.

Day 02: Taipei - Keelung - Yehliu - Taipei [B] Inclusions

After breakfast, we proceed to Keelung to visit Chung Ching Park where ■ 4 nights hotel accommodation
you can view the huge statue of the Goddess of Mercy and also a ■ English speaking tour guide
panoramic view of Harbor. Then we continue to Yehliu famed for its ■ Daily hotel breakfast
numerous rock formations resembling a Queen’s head, Fairy Shoe and ■ Daily tours and transfers throughout by air conditioned coach
Lover’s Rock. Return to Taipei around 12 noon for lunch. Afternoon tour of
Taipei City, which includes the impressive C.K.S. Memorial Hall, National
Palace Museum where 5,000 years of Chinese Imperial arts and jade

Taipei - Yehliu - Kaohsiung - Kenting by High Speed Rail [5 Days]

Day 03: Taipei - Kaohsiung - Kenting - Kaohusung [B]

Wake up in the morning, transfer to Taipei High Speed Rail Station, and
take High Speed Rail to Kaohsiung, then, onward to Kenting by private
coach. Kenting National Park located at Taiwan’s southern tip and the
37 miles of coral-rimmed shoreline along three sides of the park provide
its main attractions. Stop will be made at Oluanpi light house, Maopitou
coast scenic area and Kenting forest recreation area. Return to Kaohsiung
City and check in at Chateau de Chine Hotel Kaohsiung (4*) or similar

Daily Departure Day 04: Kaohsiung - Taipei [B]
From $975/person [Twin Share]
$350/person [Single Supp] After breakfast, we will visit the second largest city in Taiwan, “Kaohsi-
ung City”. First, we will take you to Cheng Ching Lake, the Chen Ching
Day 01: Arrive Taipei Lake has a lot of tourist attractions and is the largest lake in Kaohsiung
County. A major attraction at the lake is the stately Restoration Pagoda.
Upon arrival at Taoyuan international airport, you will be met and The lake also has islands and bridges, towers and pavilions, boating and
transferred to your hotel. The remainder of the day will be free. Golden aquariums, tree-lined paths, a nine-corner bridge. Then we will proceed
China Hotel Taipei or similar to visit another famous place “Spring & Autumn Pavilions”, from here
you can find the seven-tiered Dragon and Tiger pagodas stand in the
Day 02: Taipei - Keelung - Yehliu - Taipei [B] water of Lotus Lake at Tzuoying near the graceful Spring and Autumn
pavilions. A nine-cornered bridge links the pagodas to the shore. After
After breakfast, we proceed to Keelung to visit Chung Ching Park where the city tour, you will being transferred to Zouying High Speed Rail Sta-
you can view the huge statue of the Goddess of Mercy and also a pano- tion for High Speed Rail to Taipei. Check in at Golden China Hotel Taipei
ramic view of Harbor. Then we continue to Yehliu famed for its numerous Or similar
rock formations resembling a Queen’s head, Fairy Shoe and Lover’s Rock.
Return to Taipei around 12 noon for lunch. Afternoon tour of Taipei City, Day 05: Depart Taipei [B]
which includes the impressive C.K.S. Memorial Hall, National Palace Mu-
seum where 5,000 years of Chinese Imperial arts and jade collections are At leisure until the time for hotel check out and transfer to the airport for
exhibited, Martyrs’ Shrine of traditional architecture and Taipei Handicraft departure flight.
Centre. Golden China Hotel Taipei or similar
Inclusions

■ 4 nights deluxe hotel accommodation with daily breakfast
■ English speaking tour guide, , daily tours, Round trips High

speed rail ticket between Taipei & Kaohsiung and all transfers
by air conditioned coach

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Taiwan | Independent Touring Luxury Taipei - Yehliu - Sun Moon Lake - Alishan - Lukang [5 Days]

Day 03: Sun Moon Lake - Alishan - Chiayi [B]

After breakfast, we will leave Sun Moon Lake for Alishan. Alishan is
famous throughout the island and parts of Southeast Asia for its forest
recreation. A leisurely half-day stroll along forested paths allows visitors
to take in Alishan’s other attractions. The enchanting Sisters Ponds are
two small pools (one with a wooden bridge and pavilion) named for two
lovelorn aborigine sisters who drowned themselves there. Another
attraction is the Three-Generation Trees – one growing out of another,
and a third from the second. Afternoon, we will leave Alishan for Chiayi
and overnight at Nice Prince Hotel, Chiayi (5*)

Depart every Monday Day 04: Chiayi - Lukang - Taipei [B]
From $945/person [Twin Share]
$415/person [Single Supp] Proceed to LUKANG, located about 180 kilometers south of Taipei, is
known as a centre of arts and handicrafts, particularly wooden and
Day 01: Taipei bamboo items. In earlier years, the city was the site of magnificent homes
and temples of uniquely Taiwanese architecture. Some of these structures
Upon arrival at Taoyuan International Airport, you will be met and still exist today. After that, drive back to Taipei and check in at Gala Hotel
transferred to your accommodation hotel. The remainder of the day will or similar
be free. Overnight at Gala Hotel Taipei or similar
Day 05: Depart Taipei [B]
Day 02: Taipei - Puli - Sun Moon Lake [B]
At leisure until check out and transfer to the airport for departure flight.
Morning tour will take you to the central of Taiwan, visit Puli Town, the
cultural & artistic heaven. Afterwards, we will proceed to the famous Sun Inclusions
Moon Lake, which situated 762 meters above sea level in the lofty
mountains of Central Taiwan, visiting the famous Wen Wu Temple or ■ 4 nights Luxury hotel accommodation with Breakfast
Literature Warrior Temple dedicated to Confucius as Master of Pen and ■ English speaking guide, daily tours, transfers throughout by air
to Kuan Ti as Master of Sword, Itathao Village, Tse-En Pagoda and Holy
Monk Shrine. Then transfer to your accommodation hotel, overnight at conditioned coach.
Fleur de Chine Sun Moon Lake (5*)

Taipei - Yehliu - Sun Moon Lake - Lukang - Kaohsiung - Kenting [7 Days]

Day 04: Sun Moon Lake - Lukang - Kaohsiung [B]

Proceed to LUKANG via freeway. The Lukang village, located about 180
kilometers south of Taipei, is known as a center of arts and handicrafts,
particularly wooden and bamboo items. In earlier years, the city was
the site of magnificent homes and temples of uniquely Taiwanese
architecture. Some of these structures still exist today. Then move on
to Kaohsiung City by bus or train for overnight stay at Chateau de Chine
Hotel Kaohsiung or similar

Depart daily except Thursday and Friday Day 05: Kaohsiung - Kenting - Kaohsiung [B]
From $1,245/person [Twin Share]
$495/person [Single Supp] Morning tour to Kenting National Park, which located at Taiwan’s
southern tip and the 37 miles of coral-rimmed shoreline along three
Day 01: Arrive Taipei sides of the park provide its main attractions. Stop will be made at
Oluanpi light house, Maopitou coast scenic area and Kenting forest
Upon arrival at Taoyuan international airport, you will be met and recreation area. Return to Kaohsiung City for overnight.
transferred to your accommodation hotel. The remainder of the day will
be free. Overnight at Golden China Hotel Taipei or similar Day 06: Kaohsiung- Taipei [B]

Day 02: Taipei - Keelung - Yehlie - Taipei [B] After breakfast, we will visit the second largest city in Taiwan, “Kaohsiung
City”. First, we will take you to Cheng Ching Lake, the Chen Ching Lake
After breakfast, we proceed to Keelung to visit Chung Ching Park where has a lot of tourist attractions and is the largest lake in Kaohsiung
you can view the huge statue of the Goddess of Mercy and also a County. A major attraction at the lake is the stately Restoration Pagoda.
panoramic view of Harbor. Then we continue to Yehliu famed for its The lake also has islands and bridges, towers and pavilions, boating and
numerous rock formations resembling a Queen’s head, Fairy Shoe and aquariums, tree-lined paths, a nine-corner bridge. Then we will proceed
Lover’s Rock. Return to Taipei around 12 noon for lunch. Afternoon to visit another famous place “Spring & Autumn Pavilions”, from here
tour of Taipei City, which includes the impressive C.K.S. Memorial Hall, you can find the seven-tiered Dragon and Tiger pagodas stand in the
National Palace Museum where 5,000 years of Chinese Imperial arts and water of Lotus Lake at Tzuoying near the graceful Spring and Autumn
jade collections are exhibited, Martyrs’ Shrine of traditional architecture pavilions. A nine-cornered bridge links the pagodas to the shore. After
and Taipei Handicraft Centre. the city tour, transfer to Taipei Golden China Hotel or similar

Day 07: Depart Taipei [B]

At leisure until the time for hotel check out and transfer to the airport for
departure flight.

Day 03: Taipei - Puli - Sun Moon Lake [B] Inclusions

Morning tour will take you to the central of Taiwan, visit Puli Town, the ■ 6 nights deluxe hotel accommodation with daily breakfast
cultural & artistic heaven. Afterwards, we will proceed to the famous ■ English speaking guide
Sun Moon Lake, which situated 762 meters above sea level in the lofty ■ Daily tours, all transfers by air conditioned coach
mountains of Central Taiwan, visiting the famous Wen Wu Temple or
Literature Warrior Temple dedicated to Confucius as Master of Pen and
to Kuan Ti as Master of Sword, Itathao Village, Tse-En Pagoda and Holy
Monk Shrine. Then transfer to your hotel Del Lago Sun Moon Lake for
overnight stay.

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Taiwan Stopover Taiwan | Independent Touring

Perhaps the most underrated travel opportunity; the stopover can be a rewarding experience. Taiwan
has established itself as a key stopover for Flights between Australia and destinations in Europe and North
America, so why not stopover and take a break in Taiwan after a long flight and indulge yourself in
Taiwan’s fascinating culture.

Taipei Easy Go Package - 3 Days 2 Nights

Hotel and Categories Triple Share Twin Share Single
$300 $515
Golden China Hotel / 3 Stars $275 $300 $503
$334 $584
Gala Hotel / 3 Stars + $273 $330 $575
$502 $918
Taipei Garden Hotel / 4 Stars $315

Howard Plaza / 5 Stars $347

Regent Taipei / 5 Stars $474

Remarks

■ Services include 2 nights hotel accommodation with daily breakfast, round trip airport transfers by
private vehicle, and a half day Taipei City & National Palace Museum SIC Tour.

■ Children under 12 years of age sharing a room with two adults are entitled to a 25% discount on the room
rate (one child only).

■ One child sharing a room with one adult will be charged the same as an adult.
■ Taipei City Tour leaving daily at 8:30 AM or 1:30 PM.
■ All rates are valid for low season. Please check seasonality to confirm any price difference

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Combination Tours

Combination Touring Akita

Sendai

Highlights of Japan & Taiwan [15 Days]Fukushima

Tokyo, Mt Fuji, Hakone, Kyoto, Osaka, Taipei & Kenting

Introduction Map Tokyo 2N

Experience Japan all its glory on a tour allowing Kyoto 2N IN
you to view and take part in some of the country’s Osaka 1N Nara
most authentic traditions. Japan has so much Mt. Fuji 1N Hakone
to offer, the famous festivals and cultural events
throughout the year, the unique, healthy & delicate Taipei 2N
Japanese food, the beauty of the changing
seasons. Taiwan also offer the tourist with Taroko Gorge
natural beauty, rare wildlife, mHoidroesrhnimciaties, 1N Hualien
ethnic diversity, arts and cultures, intriguing folk Nantou
traditions and tantalising food. This amazing
cultural and sceFnuikcutookuar combination is the OUT Sun Moon Lake 1N
perfect destination Sfoargyaou.

Price [Fully Inclusive|Twin Share]

From $5,495 Departing Sydney, Melbourne,
Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth
per person
Flying Cathay Pacific. Adelaide
passenger may involve additional Taitung
domestic add on at extra cost 1N Chihpen

Single Room Supplement Land Only Including Tipping N No. of nights Kaohsiung 1N
Flight
From $1,275 From $4,495 Coach Kenting
Train

Day 01: Australia - Tokyo Day 03: Tokyo [B] Day 04: Tokyo - Mt.Fuji - Hakone
[B|L]
Enjoy your overnight flight to Tokyo. After breakfast, start your Tokyo Morning Tour
include visit to Meiji Shrine, Tokyo Tower , Your main suitcase will be transferred directly
Day 02: Arrive Tokyo Imperial Palace East Garden, visit Ginza where from Tokyo to Kyoto. You travel with just
our tour disbands for free time shopping. an overnight bag for your night in Hakone.
Arrive at Tokyo, you will be met by our Return to your accommodation on your own . Proceed to Mt.Fuji and join our Hakone Tour
representative and helped to board an airport visiting Owakudani Boiling Valley, take Hakone
bus to Grand Prince New Takanawa hotel or
similar for 2 nights stay.

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Ropeway to the mountain top, Boat Cruise on Former British Consulate, Love River and Lio Combination Touring
Lake Ashi. After the tour, you will be transferred Ho Night Market. Overnight stay at 5*Grand
to Hakone Palace Hotel or similar for overnight Hi-Lai Hotel, Kaohsiung or similar Inclusions
stay. Enjoy hot spring facility in your Ryokan
resort tonight ! Day 11: Kaoshiung - Kenting - ■ Return international economy class airfares
Chihpen Hot Spring [B] ■ Current Airline Fuel levy - Subject to Change
Day 05: Hakone-Kyoto [B] ■ Internal flight and taxes
Morning tour to Kenting National Park, located ■ Deluxe accommodation w/ daily breakfast
Transfer to Odawara and take bullet train to at Taiwan’s southern tip and the 37 miles of ■ All transportation, daily tours and
Kyoto in 2.5 hours. Make your own way to your coral-rimmed shoreline along three sides of
accommodation near the station-Kyoto New the park provide its main attractions. Stops admission fees
Miyako hotel or similar for 2 nights stay. Enjoy will be made at Eluanbi light house, Maobitou ■ Bullet train tickets in Japan
Kyoto afternoon Tour including Kiyomizu Temple coastal scenic area and Longpan Park. ■ Luggage transfer during the train ride
, Kodaiji Temple, Yasaka Shrine and Gion district. Continuously we will drive to Taitung via ■ English speaking local guide
Southern Link Highway. Enjoy natural hot ■ A MW Tours travel wallet
Day 06: Kyoto-Nara-Kyoto [B] spring at your Hotel. Royal Chihpen Taitung
(5*) or similar Exclusions
After breakfast, enjoy Nara Morning Walking
Tour including Todaiji Temple with Great Bud- Day 12: Taitung - East Coast Scenic ■ Travel insurance
dha, Nara Park, Kofukuji Temple. Afternoon Area - Hualien [B] ■ Tipping for guide and driver
free at leisure to explore this ancient city at ■ Meals
your own pace. After breakfast, it will be an exciting East Coast ■ Personal expenditures
Tour. The East Coast National Scenic Area, ■ Shoulder and peak season surcharge
Day 07: Kyoto - Osaka [B] known as “Taiwan’s last unspoiled land”,
stretches 170 kilometres down the east Departure Dates
Transfer to Osaka after breakfast and enjoy coast of the island. Weathering, erosion and
your day at leisure in Osaka. Overnight stay at accumulation have produced a wide range of Depart Australia
New Hankyu hotel or similar landforms here. Our tour will stop at Xiaoyeliu, Every Sunday
Sanxiantai, Shitiping (Stone Steps), marble
Day 08: Osaka - Taipei [B] factory and showroom. Late afternoon, we Moderate Paced
will proceed to Hualien for overnight stay at 5*
After breakfast, free at your leisure until transfer Silks Place Taroko or similar Moderate Paced tour may include longer
to Kansai International Airport for your flight to period tour on foot and climbing stairs
Taipei. Welcome to Taiwan! Upon arrival, meet Day 13: Hualien - Taroko Gorge - as well as longer driving period.
and transfer to Howard Plaza hotel Taipei hotel Taipei [B]
or similar for overnight stay. MWT Suggestions
After breakfast, we will make a visit to Taroko
Day 09: Taipei - Nantou - Sun Moon National Park. Taroko Gorge is an exceptionally Why not stop in Hong Kong
Lake [B] beautiful, narrow raving created by the Liwu during the transit before or after
river which has cut deep into the mountains of your adventure if you are flying
After breakfast start your journey to Sun Moon solid marble. A road carved into sheer walls of Cathay Pacific? Please contact
Lake。 The area around the Sun Moon Lake is rock rewinding its way past forested peaks and our reservation for details on
home to the Thao tribe, one of aboriginal tribes cliffs towering thousands of feet above it, our Hong Kong packages and
in Taiwan. Sun Moon Lake surrounds a tiny while hundreds of feet below a river roars past stopover options.
island called Lalu. You will be on a bus tour to gigantic marble boulders. Passing by Tunnel
travel around the Lake and visit the Wenwu of Nine Turns, Ci Mu Bridge, stops will be
Temple also known as Literature-Warrior Temple, made at Swallow Grotto, Changchun Temple
dedicated to and Shakadang Trail. We will then drive back
Confucius as Master of Pen and to Kuan Ti as to Taipei with a stop at Qingshui Cliff, drive
Master of Sword, Holy Monk Shrine and Ci En through Syue-Shan Long Tunnel (12.9 Kms)
Pagoda. After touring round Sun Moon Lake, to arrive at around 6 PM. Check in at 5*
check in hotel. Enjoy natural hot spring at the Howard Plaza Hotel for overnight stay.
Fleur de Chine Hotel, Sun Moon Lake. You can
also enjoy the walking trails, biking, hiking or Day 14: Taipei - Australia [B]
boating at the lake. Overnight stay at 5* Fleur De
Chine Sun Moon Lake After breakfast, morning tour of Taipei City,
includes the impressive C.K.S. Memorial Hall,
Day 10: Sun Moon Lake - Kaohsiung National Palace Museum where 5,000 years
[B] of Chinese Imperial arts and jade collections
are exhibited, Martyrs’ Shrine of traditional
Breakfast at hotel, then we will drive to Fo architecture and Taipei Handicraft Centre.
Guang Shan Buddhist Monastery, the most Later afternoon, transfer to airport for your
famous Buddhist sacred place of southern Tai- flight back to Australia
wan. Here you will learn about Buddhism dur-
ing the monastery walking tour, and there will Day 15: Arrive Australia
be chance to taste Buddhist vegetarian lunch
(at your own cost) and communicate with Arrive home in the morning with unforgettable
some of the monks, nuns during the visit to the memory of Japan and Taiwan
Main Shrine, Great Buddha Land where you will
find a huge Buddha statue. Continuously, we will
drive to Kaohsiung City, which is the second
largest city of Taiwan. The tour will take you to

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Combination Touring Discover Taiwan & Korea [15 Days]

Taipei, Sun Moon Lake, Kaohsiung, Kenting, Hualien, Seoul,
Yeosu, Gongju, Buyeo, Jeonju, Gyeongju & Busan

Introduction Map Mt. Sorak

Fantastic combination with these two distinctive 3N Seoul Gangneung
destinations, your luxury tour start with high Pyeongchang
class hotels all the way and incomparable scenery
and culture within Korea and Taiwan. Join us on 1N Wonju
this creative tour to see the best of the best that
Korea & Taiwan have to offer.

OUT

Gongju
Buyeo

Gyeongju 1N

Jeonju

1N Gwangju Jinju

Busan

Suncheon
1N Yeosu

N No. of nJiigndhots 2N Taipei
Flight

Coach

IN

Price [Fully Inclusive|Twin Share]

From $5,195 Departing Sydney, Brisbane Flying Sun MJeojoun Lake 1N
China Airline or Korean Air
per person

From $5,395 Departing Melbourne, Adelaide, Perth
Flying Cathay Pacific
per person

Adelaide passenger may involve additional domestic add on at extra cost

Single Room Supplement Land Only Including Tipping Kaohsiung 2N
Kenting
From $1,450 From $4,195

Day 01: Australia - Taipei afterwards. You will be driving pass by the Day 03: Taipei - Sun Moon Lake [B]
Presidential Office Building Chiang Kai- Shek
Enjoy your overnight flight from Australia to Memorial Hall (Taiwan Democracy Memorial Pick up from hotel and coach to Nantou, visit
Taipei. Meal onboard. Hall), Martyrs’ Shrine also named War Memo- Puli ( a cultural& artistic heaven) , your Sun
rial, National Palace Museum, Chinese Temple Moon Lake Tour include visit to Wen Wu Tem-
Day 02: Arrival Taipei [B] and Handicraft Centre. In the late afternoon ple, Tehua Village, Tse-En Pagoda and Holy
you can visit Shilin night market and enjoy the Monk Shrine. Overnight at Del Lago, Sun Moon
Welcome to Taipei! Upon arrival, meet and night of Taipei at your own pace. Lake or similar
transfer to Howard Plaza hotel or similar
for overnight stay. Enjoy half day city tour

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Day 04: Sun Moon Lake - Kaohsiung Combination Touring
[B]

Proceed to Lukang historical and cultural town,

Proceed to Kaohsiung for 2 nights stay at

Garden Villa or similar

Day 05: Kaohsiung - Kenting -
Kaohsiung [B]

After breakfast. Move to Maopitou and visit

Oluanpi Light House, Kenting Park, back to Kaoh-

siung for overnight stay.

Day 06: Kaohsiung - Taipei [B] Day 11: Gyeongju - Andong - Wonju [B] Inclusions

Enjoy your morning city Tour in Kaohsiung Gyeongju City Tour in the morning include Bul- ■ Return international economy class airfares
including visit to Cheng Ching Lake, Spring & guksa Temple (UNESCO world heritage) Move ■ Current Airline Fuel levy - Subject to Change
Autumn Pavilions, Former British Consulate, to Andong then visit Hahoe Folk Village which ■ Internal flight and taxes
Late afternoon back to Taipei by Bus/Train has preserved the housing architecture and ■ Deluxe accommodation w/ daily breakfast
the village structure of the Joseon Dynasty. ■ All transportation, daily tours and
Day 07: Taipei - Seoul [B] Move to Wonju decorated with the Chiaksan
Mountain and the Seom River that circles the admission fees
Enjoy your half day tour to Chiufen village and area, and as the capital of Gangwon Province ■ Bullet train tickets in Japan
Northeast coast. After lunch, Free of leisure, for 500 years during the Joseon Dynasty, it ■ Luggage transfer during the train ride
you can use our complimentary MRT ticket to maintains rich tradition and cultural relics. ■ English speaking local guide
travel around. Later transfer to airport for your Stay Wonju Interborgo Hotel or similar ■ A MW Tours travel wallet
flight to Seoul the centre of politics, economy
and culture in Korea. Upon arrival, meet and Day 12: Wonju - Pyeongchang - Exclusions
transfer to Ramada hotel or similar for over- Gangneung - Mt.Sorak - Seoul [B]
nights stay. ■ Travel insurance
This morning move to Pyeongchang - the ■ Tipping for guide and driver
Day 08: Seoul - Gongju - Buyeo - venue of 2018 Winter Olympic Games. Then ■ Meals
Jeongju - Gwangju [B] move to nearby Gangneung, located between ■ Personal expenditures
the Eastern sea and the mountain ridge, ■ Shoulder and peak season surcharge
This morning we depart Seoul for Gongju and well-known for wide pine forests, clean sandy
visit Gongsanseong Fortress, then move to beaches and crystal blue sea. Visit Seongyo- Departure Dates
Buyeo, an ancient capital of Korea. Visit Baekje jang Folklore Materials Pavilion (residence of
Cultural Land where you will see a palace, castle, noble class) Short drive to Sokcho Mt. Seorak Depart Australia
cultural hall, etc. Proceed to Jeonju to visit National Park listed as UNESCo world heritage. Every Friday
Jeonju Hanok Village showcases 700 tradi- You may take an optional ride on Cable car
tional Korean houses called Hanok. Transfer to to Gwongeumseong fortress if time permits. Moderate Paced
Gwangju and check in at Gwangju Prado Hotel Move to Seoul in the late afternoon and check
or similar in at Ramada hotel or similar Moderate Paced tour may include longer
period tour on foot and climbing stairs
Day 09: Gwangju - Suncheon - Day 13: DMZ [B|L] as well as longer driving period.
Yeosu [B]
Travel by coach to the DMZ where you will MWT Suggestions
Start your City Tour and visit Asia Munwha visit the 3rd Infiltration Tunnel, Dora Observa-
Maru for a Hub City of Asian Culture and Street tory and the Unification village. In Imjinkak we Why not stop in Hong Kong
of Arts. Move to Suncheon where you will visit visit Freedom Bridge and the Peace Bell. After during the transit before or after
Songgwangsa Temple and Suncheon Bay. Later lunch, drop you off at Itaewon street where your adventure if you are flying
transfer to nearby city Yeosu and visit local Fish you can have your own time for shopping. Cathay Pacific? Please contact
market and sightseeing of Industrial Complex Overnight in Seoul our reservation for details on
night scene. Check into hotel and enjoy your our Hong Kong packages and
leisure time. Stay Yeosu The Ocean Resort or Day 14: Seoul - Australia [B] stopover options.
similar
After breakfast, start your half day city tour
Day 10: Yeosu - Jinju - Busan - including Gyeongbokgung Palace, built in
Gyeongju [B] 1394, the first five royal palaces during Joseon
Dynasty (1392~1910), The Royal Guard
After breakfast, transfer to Jinju and see Jinju- Changing Ceremony, Blue House photo stop,
seong Castle – Chokseoknu edifice historically National Folk Museum, Korean Ginseng Cen-
linked to Japanese invasion in 1592. Proceed tre, Afternoon free until transfer to airport for
to Busan. On arrival, start Busan City Tour your flight home.
from Jagalchi Fishery Market - largest seafood
market where you will have free time for lunch Day 15: Arrive Australia
and wondering around. Later transfer to
Gyeongju-a museum without walls.Gyeongju Arrive home in the morning.
preserves a vast amount of significant and
fascinating historical heritage. Overnight at
Gyeongju Concord Hotel or similar

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Combination Touring Akita

Essence of Japan, Taiwan &
Sendai

Hong Kong [18 Days]
Fukushima

Tokyo, Mt. Fuji, Osaka, Taipei, Kenting, Taitung & Hong Kong

Introduction Map Tokyo 2N

Visit the golden route of Japan and experience N No. of nights IN
Japanese cultural & history, sample the healthy Flight
& delicate Japanese food and enjoy the beauty Coach Mt. Fuji 1N Hakone
of the changing seasons. While in Taiwan travel
around this beautiful Formosa and eat as locals Kyoto 2N
in the bustling night markets and be captivated Osaka 1N Nara
by the authentic Chinese culture and tradition.
Then treat yourself with a stopover in Hong Taipei 2N
Kong. You can either shop till yHoiruosdhriompa, enjoy
the variety of local delicacies or simply immerse Taroko Gorge
yourself on the double decker sightseeing bus. 1N Hualien
How can you noFtubkeuotekma pted to travel on this Nantou
magic tour with so mSaugcah delights on offer in Sun Moon Lake 1N
each country?

Price [Fully Inclusive|Twin Share]

From $5,995 Departing Sydney, Melbourne,
Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth
per person
Flying Cathay Pacific. Adelaide
passenger may involve additional Hong Kong 3N Taitung
domestic add on at extra cost 1N Chihpen

Single Room Supplement Land Only Including Tipping Kaohsiung 1N

From $1,550 From $4,995 OUT Kenting

Day 01: Australia - Tokyo Day 03: Tokyo [B] Day 04: Tokyo - Mt.Fuji - Hakone
[B|L]
Enjoy your overnight flight to Tokyo. After breakfast, start your Tokyo Morning Tour
include visit to Meiji Shrine, Tokyo Tower , Your main suitcase will be transferred directly
Day 02: Arrive Tokyo Imperial Palace East Garden, visit Ginza where from Tokyo to Kyoto. You travel with just
our tour disbands for free time shopping. an overnight bag for your night in Hakone.
Arrive at Tokyo, you will be met by our Return to your accommodation on your own. Proceed to Mt.Fuji and join our Hakone Tour
representative and helped to board an airport visiting Owakudani Boiling Valley, take Hakone
bus to Grand Prince New Takanawa hotel or
similar for 2 nights stay.

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Ropeway to the mountain top, Boat Cruise on Chihpen Hot Spring [B] After breakfast, free at your leisure until later Combination Touring
Lake Ashi. After the tour, you will be transferred afternoon transfer to airport for your flight
to Hakone Palace hotel or similar for overnight Morning tour to Kenting National Park, located back to Australia.
stay. Enjoy hot spring facility in your Ryokan at Taiwan’s southern tip and the 37 miles of
Resort tonight! coral-rimmed shoreline along three sides of Day 18: Arrive Australia
the park provide its main attractions. Stops
Day 05: Hakone-Kyoto [B] will be made at Eluanbi light house, Maobitou Arrive home in the morning
coastal scenic area and Longpan Park. Con-
Transfer to Odawara and take bullet train to tinuously we will drive to Taitung via Southern Inclusions
Kyoto in 2.5 hours. Make your own way to your Link Highway. Enjoy natural hot springs at your ■ Return international economy class airfares
accommodation near the station-Kyoto New hotel. Royal Chihpen Taitung (5*) or similar ■ Current Airline Fuel levy - Subject to Change
Miyako hotel or similar for 2 nights stay. Enjoy ■ Internal flight and taxes
Kyoto afternoon Tour including Kiyomizu Temple Day 12: Taitung - East Coast Scenic ■ Deluxe accommodation w/ daily breakfast
, Kodaiji Temple, Yasaka Shrine and Gion district. Area - Hualien [B] ■ All transportation, daily tours and
admission fees
Day 06: Kyoto-Nara-Kyoto [B] After breakfast, it will be an exciting East Coast ■ Bullet train tickets in Japan
Tour. The East Coast National Scenic Area, ■ English speaking local guide
After breakfast, enjoy Nara Morning Walking known as “Taiwan’s last unspoiled land”, ■ A MW Tours travel wallet
Tour including Todaiji Temple with Great Bud- stretches 170 kilometers down the east
dha, Nara Park, Kofukuji Temple. Afternoon coast of the island. Weathering, erosion and Exclusions
free at leisure to explore this ancient city at accumulation have produced a wide range of ■ Travel insurance
your own pace. landforms here. Our tour will stop at Xiaoyeliu, ■ Tipping for guide and driver
Sanxiantai, Shitiping (Stone Steps), marble ■ Meals
Day 07: Kyoto - Osaka [B] factory and showroom. Late afternoon, we ■ Personal expenditures
will proceed to Hualien for overnight stay at 5* ■ Shoulder and peak season surcharge
Transfer to Osaka after breakfast and enjoy Silks Place Taroko or similar
your day at leisure in Osaka. Overnight stay at Departure Dates
New Hankyu hotel or similar Day 13: Hualien - Taroko Gorge -
Taipei [B] Depart Australia
Day 08: Osaka - Taipei [B] Every Sunday
After breakfast, we will make a visit to Taroko
After breakfast, free at your leisure until transfer National Park. Taroko Gorge is an exceptionally Moderate Paced
to Kansai International Airport for your flight to beautiful, narrow raving created by the Liwu Moderate Paced tour may include longer
Taipei. Welcome to Taiwan! Upon arrival, meet river which has cut deep into the mountains of period tour on foot and climbing stairs
and transfer to Howard Plaza hotel Taipei hotel solid marble. A road carved into sheer walls of as well as longer driving period.
or similar for overnight stay. rock rewinding its way past forested peaks and
cliffs towering thousands of feet above it,
Day 09: Taipei - Nantou - Sun Moon while hundreds of feet below a river roars past
Lake [B] gigantic marble boulders. Passing by Tunnel of
Nine Turns, Ci Mu Bridge, stops will be made
After breakfast, start your journey to the Sun at Swallow Grotto, Changchun Temple and
Moon Lak. The area around the Sun Moon Shakadang Trail. We will then drive back to Tai-
Lake is home to the Thao tribe, one of aborigi- pei with a stop at Qingshui Cliff, drive through
nal tribes in Taiwan. Sun Moon Lake surrounds Syue-Shan Long Tunnel (12.9 Kms) to arrive
a tiny island called Lalu. You will be on a bus at around 6 PM. Check in at 5* Howard Plaza
tour to travel around the Lake and visit the Hotel for overnight stay.
Wenwu Temple also known as Literature-
Warrior Temple, dedicated to Confucius as Day 14: Taipei - Hong Kong [B]
Master of Pen and to Kuan Ti as Master of
Sword, Holy Monk Shrine and Ci En Pagoda. After breakfast, morning tour of Taipei City,
After touring round Sun Moon Lake, check in includes the impressive C.K.S. Memorial Hall,
hotel. Enjoy natural hot spring at the Fleur de National Palace Museum where 5,000 years
Chine Hotel, Sun Moon Lake. You can also of Chinese Imperial arts and jade collections
enjoy the walking trails, biking, hiking or boating are exhibited, Martyrs’ Shrine of traditional
at the lake. Overnight stay at 5* Fleur De Chine architecture and Taipei Handicraft Centre.
Sun Moon Lake Later afternoon, transfer to airport for your
flight to Hong Kong, Meet and greet then
Day 10: Sun Moon Lake - Kaohsiung transfer to your downtown hotel for 3 nights stay
[B]
Day 15: Hong Kong [B]
Breakfast at hotel, then we will drive to Fo Guang
Shan Buddhist Monastery, the most famous Enjoy your free day in Hong Kong. Shop till you
Buddhist sacred place of southern Taiwan. drop or simply wandering along the Victoria
Here you will learn about Buddhism during Harbour, take some photos at Golden Bauhinia
the monastery walking tour, and there will be Square, enjoy a boat ride at Aberdeen fishing
chance to taste Buddhist vegetarian lunch (at village, travel by Star ferry to the other side of
your own cost) and communicate with some the city or simply have a Double Decker bus
of the monks, nuns during the visit to the Main ride, enjoy delicious Cantonese yum cha and
Shrine, Great Buddha Land where you will find a cuisine at your own pace.
huge Buddha statue. Continuously, we will drive
to Kaohsiung City, which is the second largest Day 16: Hong Kong [B|L]
city of Taiwan. The tour will take you to Former
British Consulate, Love River and Lio Ho Night Full day tour. Visit beautiful Cheung Sha Beach,
Market. Overnight stay at 5*Grand Hi-Lai Hotel, Ngong Ping Village, one way Sky Rail to Lantau
Kaohsiung or similar Island, see Giant Buddha, tour the Po Lin Mon-
astery and enjoy Chinese Vegetarian Lunch.
Day 11: Kaoshiung - Kenting - Transfer back to your hotel after tour finish.

Day 17: Hong Kong - Australia [B]

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Japan, Korea & Taiwan TripleSendai

Combination Touring Indulgence [20 Days] Fukushima

Seoul, Taipei, Buyeo, Andong, Tokyo, Mt. Fuji & Kyoto

Map

Mt. Sorak

2N Seoul Gangneung
Pyeongchang
Tokyo 2N
1N Wonju

Mt. Fuji 1N Hakone

Kyoto 2N N No. of nights
Osaka 1N Nara Flight
Coach
Gongju Hiroshima Train
Buyeo
OUT

FukuokJaeonju Gyeongju 1N Introduction
Saga
This 20 days creative combination tour takes
1N Gwangju Jinju Busan you to visit Asia’s most related and developed
Suncheon region of Japan, Korea and Taiwan. It is operated
as half independent tour offers great value for
1N Yeosu money and flexibility with guaranteed weekly
departures. You will experience and enjoy the
2N Taipei beauty of Asia by visiting Taipei, Sun moon lake,
Kaoksiung, Kenting, Seoul, Gwangju Busan,
Jindo Gyeongju, Andong, Mt. Sorak, Tokyo, Mt.Fuji,
Hakone, Nara, Kyoto and Osaka city!
IN

Price [Fully Inclusive|Twin Share]

Sun MJeojoun Lake 1N From $6,995 Departing Sydney, Melbourne,
Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth
Kaohsiung 2N per person
Kenting Flying Cathay Pacific. Adelaide
passenger may involve additional
domestic add on at extra cost

Land Only Including Tipping

From $1,750 From $5,995

Day 01: Australia - Taipei afterwards. You will be driving pass by the Day 03: Taipei - Sun Moon Lake [B]
Presidential Office Building Chiang Kai- Shek
Enjoy your overnight flight from Australia to Memorial Hall (Taiwan Democracy Memorial Pick up from hotel and coach to Nantou, visit
Taipei. Meal onboard. Hall), Martyrs’ Shrine also named War Memo- Puli ( a cultural& artistic heaven) , your Sun
rial, National Palace Museum, Chinese Temple Moon Lake Tour include visit to Wen Wu Tem-
Day 02: Arrival Taipei [B] and Handicraft Centre. In the late afternoon ple, Tehua Village, Tse-En Pagoda and Holy
you can visit Shilin night market and enjoy the Monk Shrine. Overnight at 4.5* Del Lago, Sun
Welcome to Taipei! Upon arrival, meet and night of Taipei at your own pace. Moon Lake or similar
transfer to Howard Plaza hotel or similar
for overnight stay. Enjoy half day city tour

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Day 04: Sun Moon Lake - Kaohsiung has preserved the housing architecture and Day 18: Kyoto - Osaka [B] Combination Touring
[B] the village structure of the Joseon Dynasty.
Move to Wonju decorated with the Chiaksan Travel to Osaka by train, after hotel check-in at
Proceed to Lukang historical and cultural town, Mountain and the Seom River that circles the New Hankyu hotel or similar, enjoy your day at lei-
Proceed to Kaohsiung for 2 nights stay at area, and as the capital of Gangwon Province sure in Osaka for last minute shopping at famous
Garden Villa or similar for 500 years during the Joseon Dynasty, it Shinsaibashi mall.
maintains a rich tradition and cultural relics.
Day 05: Kaohsiung - Kenting - Stay Wonju Interborgo Hotel or similar Day 19: Osaka - Australia [B]
Kaohsiung [B]
Day 12: Wonju - Pyeongchang - After breakfast, free of leisure until transfer to
After breakfast. Move to Maopitou and visit Gangneung - Mt.Sorak - Seoul [B] Kansai International Airport by Airport Shuttle
Oluanpi Light House, Kenting Park, back to Kaoh- bus for your flight back to Australia.
siung for overnight stay. This morning move to Pyeongchang - the
venue of 2018 winter Olympic Games. Then Day 20: Arrive Australia
Day 06: Kaohsiung - Taipei [B] move to nearby Gangneung, located between
the Eastern sea and the mountain ridge, Arrive home in the morning
Enjoy your morning city Tour in Kaohsiung well-known for wide pine forests, clear sandy
including visit to Cheng Ching Lake,Spring & beaches and crystal blue sea. Visit Seongyo- Inclusions
Autumn Pavilions, Former British Consulate, jang Folklore Materials Pavilion (residence of
Late afternoon back to Taipei by Bus/Train. noble class) Short drive to Sokcho Mt. Seorak ■ Return international economy class airfares
Overnight at Howard Plaza Taipei or similar. National Park listed as UNESCo world heritage. ■ Current Airline Fuel levy - Subject to Change
You may take an optional ride on Cable car ■ Internal flight and taxes
Day 07: Taipei - Seoul [B] to Gwongeumseong fortress if time permits. ■ Deluxe accommodation w/ daily breakfast
Move to Seoul in the late afternoon and check ■ All transportation, daily tours and
Enjoy your half day tour to Chiufen village and in at Ramada hotel or similar
Northeast coast. After lunch, Free of leisure, admission fees
you can use our complimentary MRT ticket to Day 13: Seoul - Tokyo [B] ■ Bullet train tickets in Japan
travel around. Later transfer to airport for your ■ English speaking local guide
flight to Seoul the centre of politics, economy After breakfast, start your half day city tour ■ A MW Tours travel wallet
and culture in Korea. Upon arrival, meet and including Gyeongbokgung Palace, built in
transfer to Ramada hotel or similar for over- 1394, the first five royal palaces during Joseon Exclusions
nights stay. Dynasty (1392~1910), The Royal Guard
Changing Ceremony, Blue House photo stop, ■ Travel insurance
Day 08: Seoul - Gongju - Buyeo - National Folk Museum, Korean Ginseng ■ Tipping for guide and driver
Jeongju - Gwangju [B] Centre, Afternoon free until transfer to airport ■ Meals
for your flight to Tokyo. On arrival, you will ■ Personal expenditures
This morning we depart Seoul for Gongju and be met by our representative and helped to ■ Shoulder and peak season surcharge
visit Gongsanseong Fortress, then move to board an airport bus to Grand Prince New
Buyeo, an ancient capital of Korea. Visit Baekje Takanawa hotel or similar for 2 nights stay. Departure Dates
Cultural Land where you will see a palace, castle,
cultural hall, etc. Proceed to Jeonju to visit Day 14: Tokyo [B] Depart Australia
Jeonju Hanok Village showcases 700 tradi- Every Friday
tional Korean houses called Hanok. Transfer to After breakfast, start your Tokyo Morning
Gwangju and check in at Gwangju Prado Hotel Tour include visit to Meiji Shrine, Tokyo Tower Moderate Paced
or similar , Imperial Palace East Garden, visit Ginza
district where our tour disbands for free time Moderate Paced tour may include longer
Day 09: Gwangju - Suncheon - shopping. Return to your accommodation by period tour on foot and climbing stairs
Yeosu [B] metro on your own. as well as longer driving period.

Start your City Tour and visit Asia Munwha Day 15: Tokyo - Mt.Fuji - Hakone MWT Suggestions
Maru for a Hub City of Asian Culture and Street [B|L]
of Arts. Move to Suncheon where you will visit Why not stop in Hong Kong
Songgwangsa Temple and Suncheon Bay. Later Your main suitcase will be transferred directly during the transit before or after
transfer to nearby city Yeosu and visit local Fish from Tokyo to Kyoto. You travel with just your adventure if you are flying
market and sightseeing of Industrial Complex an overnight bag for your night in Hakone. Cathay Pacific? Please contact
night scene. Check into hotel and enjoy your Proceed to Mt.Fuji and join our Hakone Tour our reservation for details on
leisure time. Stay Yeosu The Ocean Resort or visiting Owakudani Boiling Valley, take Hakone our Hong Kong packages and
similar Ropeway to the mountain top, Boat Cruise on stopover options.
Lake Ashi. After the tour, you will be transferred
Day 10: Yeosu - Jinju - Busan - to Hakone Palace hotel or similar. Enjoy hot
Gyeongju [B] spring facility in your Ryokan Resort tonight !

After breakfast, transfer to Jinju and see Jinju- Day 16: Hakone-Kyoto [B]
seong Castle – Chokseoknu edifice historically
linked to Japanese invasion in 1592. Proceed After breakfast, enjoy Nara Morning Walking Tour
to Busan. On arrival, start Busan City Tour from including Todaiji Temple with Great Buddha, Nara
Jagalchi Fishery Market - largest seafood market Park, Kofukuji Temple. Afternoon free at leisure to
where you will have free time for lunch and explore this ancient city at your own pace.
wondering around. Later transfer to Gyeongju-a
museum without walls. Gyeongju preserves a Day 17: Kyoto-Nara-Kyoto [B]
vast amount of significant and fascinating his-
torical heritage. Overnight at Gyeongju Concord After breakfast, enjoy Kyoto morning walking tour
Hotel or similar including Nijo Castle, Golden Pavilion, Kyoto Impe-
rial Palace and Kyoto Handicraft Centre. Afternoon
Day 11: Gyeongju - Andong - Wonju free of leisure to explore this ancient capital at
[B] your own pace. Gion Conner or Philosopher Path
is highly recommended to visit during your free
Gyeongju City Tour in the morning include Bul- time.
guksa Temple (UNESCO world heritage) Move
to Andong then visit Hahoe Folk Village which

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that all participants purchase a comprehensive travel insurance policy
Deposit & Payment no later than when final balance is paid. We offer 20% discount on
insurance policy to all travellers who booked our tour package.
A non refundable $400 per person is required at the time of booking
when you select book the tour and a completed booking form should Health Requirements
accompany your deposit. Receipt of a deposit will be taken as an
understanding by MW Tours that customers has read and agreed to be We accept no responsibility for any disease or infection which you may
bound by the terms and conditions in this brochure. Balance of payment become infected as a result of your tour. Please check with your doctor
must be received no later than 60 days prior to date of departure. Price for the vaccination if required. You must report any disability at the time
shown are for payment by cash. An additional surcharge will be applied of booking so we will assist the special needs of less mobile travellers
to the dollar amount paid by credit card or charge card. We reserve the but is not responsible in the event if unable to do so. We regret we can‘t
right to cancel the booking without receiving full payment on due day provide individual assistance during the tour, a qualified companion
and to apply the appropriate cancellation charges. must accompany with travellers who need such assistance.

Travel Documents Consumer Claims

A passport with minimum of 6 months validity is required for passengers We are doing everything possible to make your trip with us a Perfect
travelling to all countries in our programme. We can assist to apply one. We also ensure that we deal with complaints effectively and
tourist visa upon request and we can not guarantee that any visa will be efficiently. Should you not be satisfied at any time, you hereby agrees to
issued by the relevant authority and accepts no responsibility if a visa inform our local guide or other service provider on the spot
application is refused. If passport are not received by Mandarin world immediately so that they can promptly resolved the problem. If you still
tours 30 days prior to departure, the urgent Visa processing fee is not be satisfied with the results and wish to make a claim, your claim
subject to be charged. Passengers should familiar with any visa should be made in writing with supporting Documents and relevant
requirements that may be applicable in the areas they intend visiting. receipts within 30 days of your return.
Neither Mandarin World Tours nor your travel agent accept no
responsibility for passport and visa requirements and clients should be Tipping & Shopping
responsible for all entries. Exits, health and other documents required
by laws. Tipping is a firm and expected in the travel industry today. The amount
payable for each tour varies and will be shown in the price guide and
Cancellation Policy subject to change at any time.

All Cancellation must be made in Writing to Mandarin World Tours and Shopping can be fun and entertaining experience in Asia in either local
will be subject to the following cancellation charges from the date the markets or government stores. MW Tours and its staff and employees
written notice is received. are not qualified nor permitted to ensure or guarantee the quality or
value of any goods purchased or the suitability of any retail shops
More than 60 days prior to departure, loss of deposit. visited. It is entirely at our customers own risk at all times in all cases.
59-50 days prior to departure: forfeit 25% of total tour cost. The customer must accept responsibility for their decision regarding
49-40 days prior to departure, forfeit 50% of total tour cost. the good’s value, as well as the risk and process of credit card purchase
39-30 days prior to departure, forfeit 80% of total tour cost. and/or shipping.
30 days prior to departure, forfeit 100% total tour cost.
Agent Responsibility
Amendment fee of $50 per transaction may apply if you want to alter or
amend any confirmed bookings. The airline penalties may also apply. It is the travel agent’s responsibility to ensure all the documents such
as invoice, itinerary details that issued by Mandarin World Tours are
We reserve the right to reschedule or cancel the tour due to insufficient correct and that clients are aware of all the details of cancellation and
numbers and full amount of deposit and other payment will be refunded amendment conditions.
to you if the alternative travel dates are not accepted. If a tour is cancelled
due to unforeseeable circumstances such as, but not restricted to, Limitation of Responsibility
severe weather conditions or force majeure, we will refund all monies
except cancellation fees levied by airlines and other third parties. Mandarin World Tours is responsible to you in making arrangement for
the tour services including transportation, sightseeing ,meals and
Baggage Allowance accommodations. We do not accept liability in contract for any injury,
damage, loss, delay, additional expenses or inconvenience caused
The free checked baggage allowance for economy class passengers is directly or indirectly by force or other events which are beyond our
normally 23-30KG per person to Asia in accordance with international control. All bookings made for clients are made on the client’s behalf
airline regulations. Some airlines have increased luggage allowance. with service provider authorized by the tourism authority of that country.

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Tour Booking Form

Personal Information YEAR Tour Booking Form

DAY MONTH

Tour Name: Departure Date:

Departure City: Room Type: Single / Twin / Double / Triple Preferred Airlines:

COUNTRY CODE AREA CODE NUMBER

Client Phone No. Email:

Postal Address: Post Code:

Travel Agent Information
Travel Agent Name/Contact: Email:
Agency Postal Address: License No.

Clients Details [A copy of Passport is required to attach with this booking form]

Title Surname Given name Preferred Name DOB Passport No. Expiry Date Nationality

1

2

3

4

Title: Mr / Mrs / Ms / Miss / Sir / Dr / Fr / Lady

Dietary/Special requests: Emergency Contact: Name:

Contact No.:

*On behalf of all the persons named above, I have read, understood and accepted the Terms & Conditions of MWT
Do you wish to purchase Travel insurance from us? Yes No (we offer 20% discount off RRP)
Your Travel insurance provider:
Signature: Full Name:

Non Refundable Deposit [$400 per person] Please send your booking form by fax at 07 3123 2110 or email to [email protected]

Enclosed Cheque: $ for persons. *Cheque / Direct deposit to be made to Mandarin World Tours

Bank: CBA BSB: 064 170 Account No. 1049 5063 Account Name: Mandarin World Tours

Enett client No. 301463 Credit card: Visa / Master / Ame Card Holder Name: Total: $
(last 3/4 digits on back)
MONTH YEAR

Card No. Expiry: CVN No.

Card Holder Signature: Full Name (PRINT):

- 2% credit card handling fee will be charged for Visa/Master card payment, 3.5% for AMEX card payment.
- Names shown on this booking form are used for ticketing purposes and therefore MUST appear exactly as per passport.
- Any errors in names will incur ticket reissue fees which are at passenger’s own expense.

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