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9-Day Taiwan Exploration Taipei – Nantou – Chiayi – Tainan – Kaohsiung June 15-23, 2020 8-Day Taiwan Exploration Taipei – Nantou – Chiayi – Tainan – Kaohsiung ● Taipei 101 Tower, watch Taipei under your feet ● Various night markets will lead you to find the shopping area and the foodies ● Enjoy boat riding on Sun Moon Lake ● Visit the historic places in Tainan ● Visit the biggest Buddhist temple in Taiwan-Fogunshan Buddha Temple 9-Day Taiwan Exploration Taipei – Nantou – Chiayi – Tainan – Kaohsiung June 15-23, 2020 Taipei: It is the political, economic, cultural, industrial and commercial center of the island. Nantou: Located at the center of Taiwan Island. Nantou, the only inland county on the island is a land full of ASIA GETAWAY INC 7668 El Camino Real Ste 104-618, Carlsbad CA 92009 | Tel: (760) 635-1288 / (888) 288-1868 | Fax: (760) 635-1287 E-mail: [email protected] | www.asiagetaway.com | CST#2045443 ASIA GETAWAY INC 7668 El Camino Real Ste 104-618, Carlsbad CA 92009 | Tel: (760) 635-1288 / (888) 288-1868 | Fax: (760) 635-1287 E-mail: [email protected] | www.asiagetaway.com | CST#2045443 CHINESE IMMERSION TO TAIWAN 9 Day Taipei – Nantou – Chiayi – Tainan – Kaohsiung PROGRAM ITINERARY B – Breakfast, L – Lunch, D – Dinner DAY 1 – DEPART FROM LOS ANGELES (-) Depart from Los Angeles to Taipei. DAY 2 – ARR. TAIPEI (-) Arrive in Taipei, the capital of Taiwan. Meet your local representative and begin an orientation of Taiwan. • Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall is the most prominent historical landmark in Taiwan, it was erected in honor and memory of Generalissimo Chiang Kai-shek, the former President of the Republic of China. You may have an opportunity to watch the change of guards. • Long Shan Temple has over 200 years of history, represent the pride of Taiwanese temples and worship houses, worshiping a mixture of Buddhist, Taoist, and deities like Mazu. • Taipei 101, formerly known as the Taipei World Financial Center. It was the world's tallest inhabited building. It reaches the top of Taipei with the fastest elevator. Watch Taipei under your feet. Check in hotel. Lunch and dinner included. DAY 3 – TAIPEI (B) Today, explore the unique experience of Taipei. • Beitou Thermal Valley is also known as Beitou Hot Spring Park, the hot springs here have the highest temperatures of any in the Datunshan volcano group. In recent years, the “Beitou Rock Conservation Area” has been established to ensure the protection of these natural rarities. • Laomie Green Reef-A unique spot in Taiwan. • Yeliu Geo Park- experience the force of nature by walking through mushroom like rocks. • Shifen Old town – explore the old town with tradition to release hot air paper lantern to the sky and make a wish. • Night market at Ximending, a shopping district nearby your hotel. It was the first pedestrian zone in Taiwan. Night market is an excellent place for purchase your dinner. DAY 4 – TAIPEI TO NANTOU TO CHIAYI (B,D) • Proceed to Sun Moon Lake – Taiwan’s largest fresh water lake, surrounded by lush forests, hillside bamboo. It is the most visited site in Taiwan. • Admire the beauty of Sun Moon Lake by taking a boat ride and cycling the top ten cycling route listed by CNN • Learn about the local culture and local tribe. • After lunch continue to Chiayi. DAY 5 – CHIAYI TO ALISHAN TO CHIAYI (B,D) • Proceed to Alishan, a beautiful national scenic area. • Ride the Alishan Forest Railway (Zhaoping line) through Zhaoping Park and the Giant Tree Trail. The Alishan Forest Railway is an 86 km network of 2 ft 6 in narrow gaug railways running up to and throughout the popular mountain resort. • Alishan Tea Plantations - Alishan Oolong Tea is the perfect introduction to Taiwan’s acclaimed high mountain oolongs. Enjoy tea picking and making experience. ASIA GETAWAY INC 7668 El Camino Real Ste 104-618, Carlsbad CA 92009 | Tel: (760) 635-1288 / (888) 288-1868 | Fax: (760) 635-1287 E-mail: [email protected] | www.asiagetaway.com | CST#2045443 DAY 6 – CHIAYI TO TAINAN (B) • Proceed to Tainan by coach. • Anping Fort – built by Dutch people during colonial time 1620s. It was the highest administration institution in Taiwan. • Anping Tree House – a warehouse covered by banyan tree witness the glory past of Tainan seaport. • Stroll down Anping Old Street – a long tight alley full of delicious traditional Taiwanese foods and trinkets. It is the first shopping street in Taiwan since 1620s. • Discover Sicao Green Tunnel is the very first canal developed more than 200 years ago. Admire the scenic site while cruising along the canal. • Learn about the history of Tainan at the Hiyashi Department Store, Taiwan’s first culturally innovative department store. The store is a historical site in the local area and has a long history. • Walking at Sheonning Street Tainan – take you back to the old good times of Tainan. Roaming in the alley with all the small shops selling street food and gifts. DAY 7 – TAINAN TO KAOHSIUNG (B) • Chihkan Tower – the first government institution in Taiwan. You will hear about the story about how Chinese General Koxinga defeated Dutch soldiers. • Winnie the Pooh Village – explore the town’s street art, which includes Hello Kitty, Marvel Universe, and other cartoon characters as well as Winnie and Piglet themselves. • Possible school exchange opportunity or participate in a pineapple cake DIY workshop. • Visit the famous Ruifeng night market, it is full of creative local food and even games to play. DAY 8 – KAOHSIUNG (B,D) • Forguanshan Monastery (Buddha Museum) – one of the largest Buddhist temples in Taiwan. Home to a 100 meter (328 foot) statue of a golden Buddha, as well as 500 smaller versions of the religious deity. • Cijin Island where you see the harbor of Kaohsiung, visit the Temple of Queen Heaven. • Lotus Lake – a beautiful artificial lake surrounding by temples. All temples are with giant colorful Taoist or Buddhist statues. • Pier 2 Art Center – see many modern art pieces in this center. • Formosa MRT station – rank second the most beautiful train station in the world • Enjoy a farewell dinner. DAY 9 – KAOHSIUNG DEPT. (B) Transfer to the airport for your flight to home. 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Non-high school students must be over 18 years old or accompany by an adult. HOW TO APPLY • Complete the registration form enclosed. • Registration form and scanned passport copy can be submitted electrically or by mail. • The digital documents should send to [email protected]. • Any hard copy documents and check payment should mail to: ASIA GETAWAY INC. 7668 El Camino Real, Ste 104-618, Carlsbad, CA 92009 IMPORTRANT DATES AND PAYMENT SCHEDULES DESCRIPTION DATES Registration deadline February 29, 2020 Non-refundable deposit due date Upon registration or before February 29, 2020 PAYMENT SCHEDULE: PAYMENT OPTION DUE DATE AMOUNT Non-refundable Deposit Upon Registration $100 1st payment February 29, 2020 $700 2nd payment March 29, 2020 $700 Final payment April 15, 2020 Remaining balance CANCELLATION POLICY All cancellation must be received in writing and will become effective on the date of receipt with an acknowledgment by Asia Getaway Inc. 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