Taiwan · Culture

3-Day Hualien Tour with East Rift Valley and Pacific Coast

3 Days Round trip from 970台灣花蓮縣花蓮市 Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore GonTen Temple, the largest traditional southern Buddhist temple
  • 02 Enjoy scenic walks around Liyu Lake and the Sagur Trail
  • 03 Experience Hakka tea grinding in the East Rift Valley
  • 04 Drive through the East Rift Valley between two mountain ranges
  • 05 Discover the dramatic coastline at Fanshuliao Mini Gorge
  • 06 Learn about Amis cultural heritage along the Pacific coast

Discover the best of Hualien over three days, from Hualien City's scenic trails, lake views, and GonTen Temple to the striking landscapes of the East Rift Valley between two mountain ranges. Experience local culture through Hakka tea grinding and learn about the different lifestyles found across the valley. Continue along the Pacific Ocean coast to explore Fanshuliao Mini Gorge, ocean viewpoints, and Amis cultural heritage while taking in Hualien's beautiful coastline.

Discover the best of Hualien over three days, from Hualien City's scenic trails, lake views, and GonTen Temple to the striking landscapes of the East Rift Valley between two mountain ranges.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
City Hualien
Languages English, Mandarin

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Hualien City Trails, Temple, and Lakeside Views

  • You will be picked up from your hotel and spend time around Hualien City, visiting the gorgeous and largest traditional southern Buddhist temple, walking a few short trails, enjoying lake views, and learning about the people living in Hualien.

  • You will visit the following places:

    • FongLin Lookout spot

    • Sagur Trail

    • GonTen Temple

    • Liyu Lake Trail

    • Qixingtan Beach bike or walk

Stay in Hualien.

2
Day 02

East Rift Valley Scenery and Hakka Culture

  • On the second day, you will visit the East Rift Valley between two mountain ranges. One connects to the Eurasian Plate, and the other to the Pacific Ocean Plate. This valley has beautiful natural scenery, and you will see various lifestyles here.

  • You will visit the following places:

    • East Rift Valley scenic Highway 9

    • Hakka cultural experience (tea grinding)

    • Linten Mt.

    • Sugar Factory

    • Tropic of Cancer

Stay in Hualien.

3
Day 03

Pacific Coast Views and Amis Cultural Experience

  • On the third day, you will visit the beautiful coastline, enjoy its incredible landscape and excellent ocean views, and learn different stories about the aboriginal people who have lived here for more than two thousand years.

  • Drive along the Pacific Ocean coast and visit Fanshuliao Mini Gorge, an excellent shipping spot, and the Tropic of Cancer by the ocean.

  • Enjoy the Amis cultural experience, Hualien Skywalk, and Baci viewpoint.

  • Visit Sea Rice Paddy.

  • Take a walk beside the ocean.

  • After the tour concludes, you will be taken back to your hotel.

GonTen Temple, Liyu Lake, East Rift Valley, Fanshuliao Mini Gorge

Where this trip takes you

GonTen Temple, Liyu Lake, East Rift Valley, Fanshuliao Mini Gorge

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from 970台灣花蓮縣花蓮市 1 city · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • English-speaking (Taiwanese) guide service

  • Private transportation in an 8-seat van with A/C

  • Bottled water

What's Not Included

  • Personal expenses

  • Souvenirs

  • Your meals, food, drinks, and snacks

  • Gratuity

  • Your accommodation

What to bring

  • Raincoat
  • Umbrella
  • Insect repellent

Know before you go

  • The above attractions are suggestions and may be adjusted or replaced due to weather conditions or vendor issues.
  • A three-day trip is perfect for travelling through the largest county in Taiwan, Hualien County.
  • This tour will take you on a journey to experience the exquisite beauty of Hualien. Hualien is home to two mountain ranges, with one moving 5-10 cm closer to the other every year, adding to the area's unique beauty.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Hualien City, 花蓮縣台灣
Tour start
970台灣花蓮縣花蓮市
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 days finish where they began, in 970台灣花蓮縣花蓮市.

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