HUALIEN TO TAITUNG
A FABULOUS MIX OF THE RIFT VALLEY, THE EAST COAST AND THE HILLS BETWEEN
ESSENTIAL STATS YOU NEED TO KNOW
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Total Days:
4
Total Nights:
3
Total Distance:
294km (182miles))
Total Elevation Gain:
2820m (9251ft)
Difficulty Level:
★★★☆☆
*(SELF-GUIDED starting from US$519)
THE FULL ROUTE MAP
THE PACKAGE
*US$1479
All accommodation will be based on two riders sharing a twin room. If you prefer to have a room to yourself, then we can arrange it for a supplementary cost.
Bike rental: US$170
Single Room Option: US$273
Deposit: US$300
Difficulty Level explained: CLICK HERE
*Above prices based on groups of 4 or more riders.
HIGHLIGHTS
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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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3 or 4 Nights accommodation.
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Breakfast, lunch and riding snacks but not Dinner which, from experience, is best left to personal choice.
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All your hydration requirements, including water, sports drinks, sodas, tea and coffee.
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Rider/Guide ratio of 6/1.
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Full vehicle support.
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Bike and kit wash service.
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Epic Ride Taiwan jersey, socks and cap.
ITINERARY
A DETAILED ACCOUNT OF EACH DAY OF THE TOUR
Day 1 - 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 2 - 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 3 - 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 4 - Chaishang to Taitung
Distance - 66km. Elevation Gain 709m. Estimated 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.
