Taipei, Taiwan An Adventure in the Culture of the Far East 台北, 台灣 - 在遠東冒險

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1 Taipei, Taiwan An Adventure in the Culture of the Far East 台北, 台灣 - 在遠東冒險

2 Ming Chuan University Winter Camp Schedule :30-9:00 9:00-10:30 10:30-12:00 12:00-1:00 1:00-6:00 6:00-7:00 7:00-9:00 Sun. Arrival Mon. Breakfast Orientation & Meet Local Students Lunch National Palace Museum Dinner Shirlin Night Market Tues. Breakfast Mandarin Kung Fu Lunch Lin Family Gardens Dinner Huashan Creative Park Wed. Breakfast Mandarin Lecture International Business Lunch Taipei Zoo and Maokong Gondola Dinner Sunset View Maokong Thurs. Breakfast Company Visit Day Trip to Hsinchu Science Park Fri. Breakfast Mandarin Taiwan History Lunch Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hall & Taipei 101 Dinner Xinyi Shopping District Sat. Two Day one night trip to Hualian Sun. Mon. Breakfast Mandarin Tai Chi Lunch Tamshui Dinner Return to the Hotel (Free Time) Tues. Breakfast Yamingshan National Park and Yeiliu Wed. Breakfast Mandarin Chinese Tea Lunch Chinese Opera School Dinner Bi Hu Park Thurs. Breakfast Mandarin Lecture Leadership Lunch Half Day Trip to Yinge Pottery Village Fri. Breakfast Mandarin Calligraphy Lunch Longshan Temple Dinner Ximen Shopping District Sat. Breakfast Day Trip to Pinxi Old Street and Shifen Waterfall Sun. Breakfast Presentation Taiwan in your Eyes Free Time Farewell Party & Lunch Mon. Departure

National Palace Museum Participate in a guided tour and learn about the fascinating history of China in this splendid museum.

Shirlin Night Market Get blown away in the excitement of Shilin Night Market, Taipei s largest, most visited point of interest among visitors in seek of Taipei s dynamic night life.

A fun evening indeed! Lin Family Gardens See for yourself how a great Taiwanese dynasty lived in 1851 when visiting The Lin Family Gardens, Taiwan s most completely preserved historical home.

3 National Palace Museum Participate in a guided tour and learn about the fascinating history of China in this splendid museum. Home to the largest collection of priceless Chinese artifacts and artwork in the world this stupendous museum is favored destination for tourists and locals alike. Shirlin Night Market Get blown away in the excitement of Shilin Night Market, Taipei s largest, most visited point of interest among visitors in seek of Taipei s dynamic night life. The market begins bursting with activity every evening around 5:00 showcasing Taiwan s culture with its vivid colours, friendly shop keepers, plenty of delicious food and cheap merchandise! A fun evening indeed! Lin Family Gardens See for yourself how a great Taiwanese dynasty lived in 1851 when visiting The Lin Family Gardens, Taiwan s most completely preserved historical home. Constructed around a half-moon-shaped pond you will step back in time with ease as you explore the incredible Three-Courtyard Mansion and splendid traditional Chinese gardens. Huashan Creative Park Get your creative juices flowing while exploring Taipei s largest art center. Built in 1914, Huashan Creative Park was once Taiwan s largest wine producing factories. Abandoned for almost a decade after relocation of the factory in the 80 s the government made plans to rebuild the area but plans soon took a turn for the best when a group of local artists became drawn to the large open spaces. In 2007, The Taiwan Cultural-Creative Development Co. took over the renovation and operation of the park and VOILA! The hub of Taipei s creative energy was born. Taipei Zoo On the outskirts of the city, set in a lush tropical rain forest you will discover Taipei City Zoo. It is easy to see why this zoo is ranked the best designed Zoo in Asia. Constructed in a way that the animals feel like they are living in their natural habitat it is a must visit for all animal lovers. Follow the well-marked paths to explore all 8 outdoor areas and 6 indoor houses AND don t forget to take a photo with the adorable Giant Pandas!!!

Maokong Gondola Hop on Maokong Gondola located right next to Taipei City Zoo for a thrilling 20 minute ride through the majestic mountains to Mucha Tea Gardens.

Sun Yet Sen Memorial Hall Sun Yet Sen Memorial Hall was built in 1972 as a tribute to the founder of Taiwan.

Here you will take a tour of this marvelous structure which is commonly used for cultural functions as well as educational events.

4 Maokong Gondola Hop on Maokong Gondola located right next to Taipei City Zoo for a thrilling 20 minute ride through the majestic mountains to Mucha Tea Gardens. Meander around the quaint village of Maokong then stop for dinner and Chinese tea while taking-in stunning views of the city below. Sun Yet Sen Memorial Hall Sun Yet Sen Memorial Hall was built in 1972 as a tribute to the founder of Taiwan. It is a city landmark in the heart of the city and the enormous park surrounding the Hall is haven for people wanting to get in touch with nature. Here you will take a tour of this marvelous structure which is commonly used for cultural functions as well as educational events. Taipei 101 Travel 60km/h up the sleek elevator to the observatory deck of the world s second tallest building and lay your eyes on beautiful panoramic views of Taipei city. Afraid of heights? Not to worry, there is a museum at the top for you to find out how this fascinating tower was designed to withstand earthquakes and typhoons to keep you occupied. Xinyi Shopping District Shop til you drop in Taipei s trendiest commercial district. Upscale department stores, funky boutiques, eccentric street performers and diverse dining options all add to the shimmering delight of Xinyi. Tamshui This little fishing village is by far the most tourist friendly destination in Taipei. Walk along the harbor and hop on a ferry boat to Bali, Taipei s seafood paradise to stimulate your taste buds. Once your belly is filled to the brim return to Tamshui, the windy old streets filled with smiling vendors and interesting shops are a great place to shop for souvenirs. At the end of the day find a comfy place along the boardwalk to view the marvelous sunset. Ximen Shopping District A hot spot for teenagers to hang out in Taipei, Ximen is the best place to view Taiwan s pop culture and pick up the newest fashion trends. Here you will be fascinated by the endless variety of shops and Taiwanese delicacies and it is surely the best place to people watch in Taiwan.

CKS Memorial Hall A tribute to the late president Chiang Kai-shek, Taiwan s most beloved President this Memorial Park is an impressive sight to take photographs of the exquisite blue and white

Chinese Oprah School Hold your breath as you watch the talented students from Taipei s Chinese Oprah School show of their skills in a mesmerizing acrobatic & dance show.

Yingge Embark on a short train to the lovely pottery village of Yingge, Taiwan s largest ceramic center.

Day Trips Yamingshan Provincial Park & Yehliu Begin your day with a short drive to Yamingshan Provincial Park-the only National park that boasts both natural hot springs and volcanic terrain.

5 CKS Memorial Hall A tribute to the late president Chiang Kai-shek, Taiwan s most beloved President this Memorial Park is an impressive sight to take photographs of the exquisite blue and white memorial hall and colorful National Theatre and National Concert Hall. Don t forget to watch the perfected beat of the changing of the guards. It is quite a remarkable sight to see. Chinese Oprah School Hold your breath as you watch the talented students from Taipei s Chinese Oprah School show of their skills in a mesmerizing acrobatic & dance show. Children as young as 10 years old reside at the school to perfect their dramatic performance skills and many graduates move on to become famous worldwide performers. Yingge Embark on a short train to the lovely pottery village of Yingge, Taiwan s largest ceramic center. Browse through over 100 tastefully designed shops along the popular pedestrian-only street and show off your own artistic skills by creating a fancy hand-made dish to take home. Day Trips Yamingshan Provincial Park & Yehliu Begin your day with a short drive to Yamingshan Provincial Park-the only National park that boasts both natural hot springs and volcanic terrain. In March, the yearly flower festival will be in full swing so you will be lucky enough to stroll amongst the gorgeous cherry blossoms in the rolling hills. In the afternoon you can sit back and enjoy the breathtaking scenery as we cross over the mountains to the Northern coast. The odd rock formations in Yehliu Geological Park have made it one the World s most natural wonders. Roam freely around the rocky plateau and examine all of unique formations. Feel the waves crashing into the bay and trek to the highest peak for a phenomenal panoramic view of the Pacific Ocean. Hualien two day Adventure Dominating the east coast is the sub-tropic magnificent terrain of Hualien County. Twisted roads passing through tunnels caved from sheer marble and rock gives you out-of-this-world views of the world famous Taroko Gorge and the sparkling two-toned Liwu River flowing below.

Pinxi and Shifen Waterfall Deep in the mountains a short drive from Taipei you will discover the historic village of Pinxi.

admiring shops that were built over 80 years ago as well as restored wooden houses what were built during the Japanese occupation era.

This jewel is as close to paradise as one can get.

the great Pacific Ocean Cycle around Liyu Lake Explore Zhiquiang Night Market Visit a traditional ice-cream shop Take a short hike to the stunning Shifen

* Environmentalist are not to worry, the city of Pingxi has a fabulous recycling program which insures no paper or metal rings are left to deteriorate in the

6 Pinxi and Shifen Waterfall Deep in the mountains a short drive from Taipei you will discover the historic village of Pinxi. World renowned for its sky lanterns and acclaimed Old Street you will definitely get a Stepping back through time vibe while sauntering through the marketplace admiring shops that were built over 80 years ago as well as restored wooden houses what were built during the Japanese occupation era. Rated as the number one tourist destination in Taiwan it s a must to check off your list of things to see and do in Taiwan. This jewel is as close to paradise as one can get. Tour Highlights Guided tour through Taroko Gorge Meet citizens of the Atayal Tribe Stroll along Seven Star Lake which happens to be a gorgeous beach overlooking the great Pacific Ocean Cycle around Liyu Lake Explore Zhiquiang Night Market Visit a traditional ice-cream shop Take a short hike to the stunning Shifen Waterfall and then purchase a colorful lantern with your friends from one of the many vendors to release over the train tracks. * Environmentalist are not to worry, the city of Pingxi has a fabulous recycling program which insures no paper or metal rings are left to deteriorate in the forests. Hsinchu Science Park Have you ever wondered how to apply for a job in an International company? Are you interested in learning all about the computer industry? Taiwan is the cornucopia of modern technology and today you will get a taste of how it all works at the Island s largest, most prominent Science Park where engineers from all over the world work tiresomely to design the freshest hi tech automation available today.

Taiwan Small Groups; Taipei culture and history escorted group tours. From $5,995 AUD

From $5,995 AUD Single $7,095 AUD Twin share $5,995 AUD 13 days Duration Asia and the Orient Destination Level 1 - Introductory to Moderate Activity Taiwan Small Groups; Taipei culture and history escorted