Taipei: Day trip to Taroko Gorge by train
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Embark on a breathtaking journey with our Taroko Gorge Tour from Taipei, traveling by train for a scenic and comfortable experience. Meet your knowledgeable tour guide and begin your adventure to one of Taiwan’s natural wonders, Taroko Gorge.
Your itinerary includes the serene Shakadang Trail, known for its crystal-clear waters and marble formations, and the impressive Swallow Grotto Trail, offering stunning views of the gorge.
Enjoy a delightful lunch at a restaurant within the park, adding a local flavor to your experience. Marvel at the architectural beauty of Cimu Bridge and explore the Tunnel of Nine Turns, each offering unique perspectives of the gorge.
Witness the serene Eternal Spring Shrine and the mesmerizing Shuei Nan Dong Golden Waterfall. Conclude your day with a relaxing visit to Qixingtan Beach, a perfect spot to unwind.
Your return train journey to Taipei offers a chance to reflect on a day filled with natural splendor and cultural insights. This tour is an ideal getaway for those looking to explore the majestic Taroko Gorge from Taipei.
- 6:10 AM – Meet your tour guide at the pick-up point
- 6:25 AM – Get on the train to Hualien from Taipei
- 9:40 AM – Bus to Taroko Gorge
- 10:10 AM – Start with the Shakadang Trail
- 11:20 AM – Swallow Grotto Trail
- 12:20 PM – Lunch at a restaurant inside the park
- 1:25 PM – Pass by the Cimu Bridge
- 1:30 PM – Tunnel of Nine Turns
- 2:30 PM – Pass by the Eternal Spring Shrine
- 3:25 PM – Go to Qixingtan Beach
- 4:05 PM – Back to the train station in Hualien
- 4:30 PM – Get on board the train to Taipei
- 7:30 PM – Arrival in Taipei; end of tour
This Taroko Gorge tour from Taipei is is available on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays at 6:10 AM.
This is a small group tour where you will join other travelers (up to 12 pax).
Booking this experience for your group? If yes, you are free to choose any time and date you prefer for a minimum of 3 participants.
✅ Professional licensed guide
✅ Transportation to and from the meeting point
✅ Air-conditioned vehicle in Taroko Gorge
✅ Round-trip train tickets from Taipei to Hualien (and back)
✅ Liabilities insurance (local)
✅ Travel concierge via Whatsapp for the duration of your trip to Taiwan (3 days only)
✅ 10% discount code on all excursions and activities (worldwide)
❌ Transportation to the meeting point [open on Google Maps]
❌ Food and drinks (pay your own)
Refund Policies
- 100% refund for Insider Travel Members
- 100% refund 5 days before the trip
- 16% IVA charge beyond 5 days
More cancellation options (traveler preferred)
- Keep the credit in your account and use it on any of our experiences worldwide
- Convert your credit to a gift card and send it to friends and family (applicable to all experiences worldwide)
- Both options above are credited 100% and are valid for use for 1 year
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