TAIPEI TO TAITUNG
A WONDERFUL JOURNEY FROM NORTH TO SOUTH SHOWCASING THE BEST OF CYCLING IN TAIWAN
THE FULL ROUTE MAP
ESSENTIAL STATS YOU NEED TO KNOW
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Total Days:
8
Total Nights:
7
Total Distance:
496km (302miles))
Total Elevation Gain:
6227m (19567ft)
Difficulty Level:
★★★☆☆
*The tour requires a full complement of 6 riders to run, with places allocated on “a first come, first served” basis.
If the required numbers aren’t reached 2 months prior to the start date, deposits are fully refundable.
THE PACKAGE
*US$2799
All accommodation will be based on two riders sharing a twin (or double) room. If you prefer to have a room to yourself, then we can arrange it for a supplementary cost.
Single Room Option: US$690
Deposit: US$280 (10%)
Balance Payable 6-weeks prior to the Tour commencement date.
Difficulty Level explained: CLICK HERE
HIGHLIGHTS
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Experience riding on the Suhua Cliffs on a road clinging to a mountainside, high above the Pacific Ocean waves.
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Ride through the stunning Taroko Gorge, one of the most spectacular places in Asia.
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Visit the emerald like Liyu Lake, surrounded by mountains.
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Riding through the East Rift Valley.. A vibrant and fertile area flanked by mountains.
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Enjoy the fabulous passages that wind their way across the gorgeous coastal hills.
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Soak in the surf vibe of the Pacific coast.
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See the fantastic Sanxiantai bridge in Chenggong, linking the mainland to a small island..
WHAT IS INCLUDED?
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7 Nights in 3/4 star accommodation
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Bike rental. (including helmets)
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Breakfast, lunch, dinner and riding snacks.
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All your hydration requirements, including water and sports drinks.
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Rider/Guide ratio of 6/1.
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Daily pre-ride briefings.
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Full vehicle support.
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Luggage transfers
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Complimentary Epic Ride Taiwan jersey.
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Train tickets to get you back to Taipei from Taitung.
ITINERARY
A DETAILED ACCOUNT OF EACH DAY OF THE TOUR
Day 1 - Bike Fit & Meeting in Taipei
Today we will meet and introduce you to your bikes for the week. We'll get everything checked, go for a short test spin, then go off to have dinner together, to get to know each other and give you a pre-tour briefing.
Day 2 - Taipei to Jiaoxi
Distance - 70km.
Elevation Gain 1150m.
Estimated Riding Time - 4-6hrs
We will drive you out of Taipei to begin your ride in the countryside from where we’ll head east through a wonderful valley, gently climbing then descending. We'll take in a spectacular reservoir surrounded by jungle peaks, before carrying on down the valley. We'll then continue on the glorious road to Yilan, rising and falling through the mountain wilderness, before dropping down into the fertile valley around Jiaoxi, famous for its hot springs.
Day 3 - Yilan to Hualien vis Suhua
Distance - 75km.
Elevation Gain 1300m.
Estimated Riding Time - 4-5hrs
Today, the beginning of the ride will be flat, but soon we'll take on the stunning Suhua road, which features high cliffs on jungle clad mountains, flanked by the Pacific Ocean. Really a special day on the bike. Eventually, we'll drive you to our next base, in Hualien.
Day 4 - Taroko Gorge
Distance - 55km.
Elevation Gain 720m.
Estimated Riding Time - 3-5hrs
Today we will experience Taroko Gorge, which is one of, if not, the most incredible sights that you can experience on the island and one of the true natural wonders of Taiwan. It's a 19km long canyon that has been formed by erosion, typhoons and earthquakes over millions of years, leaving huge marble gorges, bright blue rivers and and patches of pristine forest.
We'll ride through, taking our time to stop and enjoy the splendour of the cliffs that are thousands of feet high, and in places extremely narrow. A great way to spin the legs and get ready for the longer rides to come.
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Day 5 - Hualien to Guangfu
Distance - 71km.
Elevation Gain 568m.
Estimated Riding Time - 4-5hrs
You'll begin your day riding out of Hualien towards the gorgeous Liyu Lake, in its wonderful location surrounded by mountains on all sides. Then you'll ride down and into the Rift Valley and work your way through the network of quiet back roads and rice fields, before rolling your way to Guangfu.
Day 6 - Guangfu to Chenggong
Distance - 90km.
Elevation Gain 720m.
Estimated Riding Time - 5-6hrs
Start the day by picking your way through the lowland fields up to Ruisui, before returning to the beautiful road 193 until Yuli, where you’ll turn east to the only challenging part of the day, which is a 3km climb up to the pass. Savour the wonderful hilly scenery before heading through a tunnel that brings you out in the East Coast National Scenic Area. Feast your eyes on the wonderful elevated view of the coast, before sweeping down a fantastic descent to the coast road. Take a right and head south towards your accommodation in Chenggong, past the iconic Sanxiantai bridge.
Day 7 - Chenggong to Chishang
Distance - 69.5km.
Elevation Gain 1060m.
Estimated Riding Time - 4-5hrs
Enjoy the beginning of the day rolling southwards, down the coast, before turning inland for the longest of all the passages across to the Rift Valley. The climb is long, but with a shallow gradient and the scenery is just sublime. Pass through tiny indigenous villages and marvel in the Jurassic Park like terrain, before you drop down into the valley around Fuli. From here, it’s a fairly flat ride through the rice fields and on to Chishang.
Day 8 - Chishang to Taitung
Distance - 66km.
Elevation Gain 709m.
Riding Time - 4-5hrs
This day has a bit of everything and is a good final ride to sum up the whole tour. Ride through the delightful rice fields around Chishang, climb over hilly jungle clad mountains and gaze out over the southern end of the East Rift Valley, before you roll down into Taitung. We'll finish the tour by driving you to the train station to make your way back to Taipei in comfort.
