Taiwan Explorer by Bike

Duration
10 days
Site savings
$116
From
$3,734 USD

Taiwan is a cycling paradise. Between coast-hugging highways that offer breathtaking vistas of the Pacific Ocean, undulating country roads dissecting lush valleys, and extreme ascents/thrilling descents winding around majestic mountain ranges, Taiwan has something for riders at all levels. If you are looking for casual riding combined with a diverse and immersive experience on this fascinating island nation, then this is the right adventure for you. This tour has been specifically designed to strike the perfect balance between leisurely riding along scenic roads and intimately exploring the landscapes, cultures, and cuisines that span the south and east coasts of Taiwan.

  • Category
    Solo
  • Type
    Fully Guided
  • Duration
    10 days
  • Culture Level
    Adventurous
  • Skill Level
    3 - Intermediate
  • Activity Level
    3 - Active
  • Elevation
    3 - Intermediate
  • Terrain
    Forested
  • Distance
    297 miles
  • Avg. Daily Distance
    42.3 miles
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The journey begins in the city of Kaohsiung, where you will zip down the so-called “tail of Taiwan” to reach the scenic coastline and white sand beaches of Kenting. You'll then traverse across the southern mountains and through Indigenous villages before rolling down to the east coast to be greeted by sweeping views over the Pacific Ocean. The next couple of days will be filled with epic stretches along the coast, stopping in maritime towns and villages steeped in history, filling your bellies with local delicacies, exploring forested areas, and lounging in hot springs!

Once you reach the town of Chenggong, you’ll trade the blue ocean vistas for visuals of emerald green as you enter the Rift Valley, a simply stunning area of meandering rivers, rice paddies, quiet country roads and quaint local villages. The Rift Valley will be your cycling playground for the final days of riding before you cap off the adventure with an off-saddle exploration of Taroko Gorge, the world’s deepest marble gorge and probably Taiwan’s most impressive geological formation. This is the perfect way to end your adventure on a truly high note (literally!) before you say your goodbyes the following morning and head up to Taipei by train.

This tour is sure to leave you with lasting impressions of Taiwan, still an underappreciated and much less visited destination compared with other East Asian countries! Let us show you what makes this cycling paradise such a gem to explore.

Tour inclusions and exclusions at a glance:

What's included?
Items included in the cost of the tour

  • Local English speaking cycling leader/guide.
  • Cycling jersey and drink bottle
  • Vehicle support while cycling.
  • Accommodation
  • Snacks and drinks
  • Meals (as indicated in itinerary)
What's not included?
Items not included in the cost of the tour

  • Travel Insurance
  • Visas
  • International / Domestic flights
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Tips
  • Airport pick up and drop off
  • Free bike rental is not included. Please see the available rental options below.

Tour options and upgrades:

3 equipment options available
1 tour add-on available