Taiwan Bespoke Holidays

Planned by Alex Robinson, travel journalist and our Taiwan specialist · Updated November 2026

Tailor-Made Taiwan Holidays

Taiwan is one of Asia’s most rewarding and least crowded destinations. In two weeks you can explore the night markets and temples of Taipei, walk among the marble cliffs of Taroko Gorge, cycle around Sun Moon Lake, watch the sunrise from Alishan’s tea-covered mountains and eat your way through Tainan, the island’s oldest city.

Our Taiwan holidays are fully private and planned around you, with local English-speaking guides, a private driver for the mountains and coast, and the high-speed train where it’s quicker. For visas, weather and practical tips, read our Taiwan travel guide.

Why Plan Your Taiwan Holiday with Earth Trip

• Fully private: your own guides and drivers, travelling at your pace, with no group tours.
• Beyond Taipei: we combine the capital with the mountains, the east coast and the south, so you see the whole island.
• Planned around the seasons: we avoid the worst of the typhoon season and time your trip for tea picking, blossom or clear hiking weather.
• Easy to combine: Taiwan pairs well with Japan or South Korea, with short flights between them.
• Peace of mind: Earth Trip is a member of the Travel Trust Association (Q059X).

Where to Go in Taiwan

Taipei and the North

Taipei mixes modern skyscrapers, including Taipei 101, with old temples and some of the best night markets in Asia. Spend time at the National Palace Museum, home to one of the world’s great collections of Chinese art, and soak in the hot springs of Beitou. Nearby are the hillside lanes and teahouses of Jiufen and the old mining villages of the Pingxi line, famous for sky lanterns.

Taroko Gorge and the East Coast

Taroko National Park, near Hualien, is Taiwan’s most famous natural sight: a deep marble gorge with temples, waterfalls and walking trails. Some trails and roads have been closed since the earthquake of April 2024, so we always plan around what is open. Further south, the coast road to Taitung passes Indigenous villages, rice fields and hot springs.

Sun Moon Lake and Alishan

In the heart of the island, Sun Moon Lake is ringed by forested hills, temples and lakeside cycle paths. Higher in the mountains, Alishan is known for its giant ancient cypress trees, forest railway, oolong tea plantations and sunrises over a sea of clouds.

Tainan and the South

Tainan, Taiwan’s first capital, is full of temples, old streets and some of the island’s best street food. Kaohsiung, the southern port, has art districts and a lively harbour, and Kenting National Park at the southern tip has beaches and coral reefs.

Sample Taiwan Routes

Every trip is tailor-made, but these routes show what fits into different lengths of holiday.

Experiences We Love in Taiwan

• A guided night market food walk in Taipei, trying beef noodle soup, soup dumplings and pepper buns.
• Releasing a sky lantern in Shifen on the old Pingxi railway line.
• Cycling the lakeside paths of Sun Moon Lake early in the morning.
• A tea tasting with a grower in the mountains around Alishan.
• Soaking in an outdoor hot spring after a day of walking.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a tailor-made Taiwan holiday cost?

The price depends on the length of your trip, the hotels you choose, the time of year and how much private guiding you’d like. Tell us your plans and budget and we’ll send a clear, itemised quote.

Do I need a private driver in Taiwan?

Not everywhere. The high-speed train is the fastest way down the west coast, and Taipei’s metro is excellent. A private driver is best for the mountains, Alishan, Sun Moon Lake and the east coast, where public transport is slower.

Is Taiwan good for a honeymoon?

Yes. Couples love the hot spring hotels, mountain lodges, lakeside stays at Sun Moon Lake and the food, and Taiwan combines beautifully with a few days in Japan.

Is Taiwan suitable for a family holiday?

Very. It is safe, clean and easy to travel around, with short journeys, cycling, night markets, hot springs and plenty of food that children enjoy.

Can you plan a Taiwan trip around hiking?

Yes. Taiwan has excellent walking, from easy forest trails in Alishan and Taroko to longer mountain hikes. Some high-mountain trails need permits, which we can help arrange.

How far ahead should I book a Taiwan holiday?

We suggest four to six months ahead, and more for travel in spring, in October and November, or around Chinese New Year, when hotels and trains book up quickly.

Start Planning Your Taiwan Holiday

Tell us what you’d like to see and Alex will put together a first draft of your trip. Request a video call, send us an enquiry, or read our Taiwan travel guide before you go.