Overview
Looking for something different in Hualien? Skip the usual crowds and head to Taiwan’s stunning East Coast on a private day tour filled with ocean views, hidden beaches, and a unique jade hunting experience. Explore dramatic coastal scenery with a local English-speaking guide. You'll visit quiet fishing villages, walk along rocky shores, and learn how Taiwan’s indigenous tribes treasured jade stones for centuries. Try your luck at finding your own piece of natural jade—washed ashore by the river. It’s a relaxing and unforgettable experience for nature lovers, families, and curious travelers alike.
Why travelers book this
What's Included
- Bottle water
- Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
- Fuel surcharge
- Private tour with amazing English-speaking guide
- Entrance fees to sites listed in Itinerary
What's Not Included
- Lunch(We will recommend you a good restaurant for lunch)
- Gratuity(optional)
Meeting & Pickup
Meeting point, pickup options and start time are confirmed on Viator before checkout.
Itinerary
Stop 1
Your personal driver guide will pick-up you at your hotel / b&b or train station in Hualien City.
Stop 2
Baqi Observation Deck is said to be the most beautiful "turning point" of the road. When driving here from Hualien City, while going through the hairpin bends, you will notice the scenery changing suddenly from the verdant mountains on both sides to the vast Pacific Ocean, with Coastal Range towering majestically.
Stop 3
Dashibishan Trail is well designed, and the scenery of the scenic terrace is healing. It takes only about 15 minutes to reach an amazing view of the ocean horizon, and the magnificent wooden trestle with the blue sky, mountains and the sea as the background. This becomes a must-visit spot for bloggers and influencers for they can snap photos like a pro even without super fancy cameras or shooting skills.
Stop 4
Shihmen Recreation Area is a unique geological area on the coast of Hualien County. It is famous for it's large, car shaped cave. It is still a beautiful and unique stretch of coastline. Shimen literally means "rock gate" get's it's name from the caves along the coast here. The area is made up of hard sedimentary rock placed over softer sandstone, which after thousands of years of waves from the ocean, creates unique rock formations.
Stop 5
As one of the most famous attractions in east coast, Shitiping is known for its special geology of sea terrain including the wave-cut platforms, uplifted coral reefs, cliffs and the potholes. You can see the tropical fish in tide pools from potholes and other marine life dwell here.
Stop 6
During the energy crisis and economy recession in the world. The loss and deficit cause the mining company closed and no longer did mining in this area. Now the mine is closed and allow no one visit inside. However, there are some jade could be found in the downstream area of the mine: Baibow Stream (白鮑溪), which is a great place to pick the small jade stone. Have you ever dreamed of making you own jade necklace or decorations? You can walk down to the stream to pick up the Jade, then bring the jade stone back to the factory and polish them by yourself. It's sound interesting and could be regarded as an unique souvinior during the trip in Taiwan.
Stop 7
Liyu Lake is the largest lake in eastern Taiwan. Various activities can you enjoy in this area, such as peddal boat sailing or bicycle cycling around the lake. You can also stroll along the lakeshore walkway, appreciating the flora and fauna there. Liyu Lake scenic area is suitable for all ages, especially for the whole family.When the sun sets, clouds and mountains are reflected on the lake, and the scenery is quite beautiful.
Stop 8
Your personal driver guide will escort you back to your hotel / b&b or train station in Hualien City at the end of the tour.
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We recommend you stay in Hualien for a few days with no rush