Tour Type
International Tours
DEPARTURE INFORMATION
Lower Mainland
October 28, 2025 – 15 Days
Vancouver Island
October 28, 2025 – 16 Days
BC Interior
October 28, 2025 – 16 Days
Activity Level 3
GROUP SIZE
TOUR SUMMARY
Taiwan Unveiled
Immerse yourself in Taiwan’s captivating blend of tradition and modernity! From Taipei’s vibrant streets and the iconic Taipei 101 to the tranquil shores of Sun Moon Lake, Taiwan offers a treasure trove of experiences. Explore the enchanting Yehliu Geopark, marvel at the National Palace Museum’s artifacts, and taste the world-famous xiaolongbao at Din Tai Fung. Dive into history with visits to Anping Fort and Shennong Street, and embrace nature’s wonders at Taipingshan National Forest. Don’t miss the Shifen Sky-Lantern Festival for a magical cultural moment. Come for the beauty, stay for the warmth of Taiwanese hospitality!
WHAT’S INCLUDED
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Meals
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28 meals
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26 meals
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25 meals
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Transportation
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Accommodation
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Guides & Gratuities
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Knowledgeable Wells Gray tour director
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Tour Highlights (Included)
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TOUR FARES
| Departure Point | Fares per Person |
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$9,660$12,760 |
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$9,835$12,935 |
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$9,305$12,145 |
- Please add 0.5% GST.
- There is an additional cost to fly from/to Nanaimo or Comox to join this tour.
Early Booking Bonus!
$300 on first 8 seats; $150 on next 4.
DEPARTURE POINTS & DATES
ACTIVITY LEVEL
Level
High Activity: You are an active traveler who wants to explore wherever you go. You don’t mind a mix of full days, early morning starts, and some late nights. You can walk longer distances, up to 4 km without difficulty which may be over uneven ground, beaches/shorelines, or at higher elevations; and stand for prolonged periods. You can climb three flights of stairs easily and unassisted, and can handle your own luggage in airports or at hotels where luggage handling may not be available. This tour is not appropriate for people with canes, walkers, wheelchairs, or other mobility assistance devices. Additionally, this tour is not appropriate for those who have cognitive impairments such as memory loss or confusion, difficulty expressing thoughts, repeating questions, or getting lost.
The tour director, Taiwanese guide, and driver have many responsibilities, so please do not expect them, or your fellow travelers, to provide ongoing assistance. If you are not capable of keeping up with the group or require frequent assistance, the tour director may stop you from participating in some activities or some days of the tour. In extreme situations, you may be required to leave the tour and travel home at your own expense; travel insurance will probably not cover you.
Please read the Activity Level 3 declaration attached to this brochure. By paying the tour deposit, you agree that you are capable of travelling on an Activity Level 3 tour.
Tour Size
This tour is limited to 25 participants, making it a more intimate travel experience.
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Currency & Expenses: The currency in Taiwan is the New Taiwan dollar (abbreviated as NT$) and, as of December 2024, a Canadian dollar is worth about NT$22. You should order New Taiwan dollars from your bank 1-2 weeks before departure, or plan to use ATMs. Credit cards are accepted almost everywhere. Tipping is not expected for meals you buy on your own and there is no sales tax on menu prices or store purchases. Tipping is not a part of local Taiwanese culture, so you can offend someone by trying to offer a tip. Taiwanese guides and drivers sometimes accept tips and your Wells Gray tour director will handle that. Costs for meals and attractions you choose yourself are much cheaper than in Canada.
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: A passport is required and must be valid for six months after you leave Taiwan. Canadian tourists do not require a visa.
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Itinerary and Fare Changes: The Taiwan company that has organized this tour for us may notify us about changes to the itinerary prior to departure and sometimes during the tour. We do our best to substitute a similar service if something cancels, but occasionally the only alternative is to provide a refund for the missed activity. Please note that if we are forced to cancel a tour component due to an issue beyond our control, the current penalties still apply if you choose to cancel the entire tour. Fuel surcharges and changes to taxes, currency exchange rates, or other tour costs can occur at any time, therefore Wells Gray Tours reserves the right to increase fares due to such changes up to departure.
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Accommodation: Accommodation is booked in deluxe hotels in the range of 4 or 5 stars.
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Flight seating: We are unable to take requests for window or aisle seating on the planes. The airline will not accept them, as group seating is assigned as a block. If this is important to you, we suggest you take the “No Flight” option with a fare reduction of $1,200 and book your own flight which allows seat selection.
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Flight upgrades: Please enquire about current prices for upgrades on the flights from Vancouver to Taipei and return. Premium economy and business class may be available.
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Flight delays or cancellations: Flights can be delayed or cancelled at the last minute, sometimes causing a missed connection. Wells Gray staff will try to assist with rebooking, but the airline usually wants to talk with the individual passenger. There may be an extra payment required if the issue is weather. Wells Gray Tours is not allowed to interfere with this process. Check that your travel insurance policy has a flight delay benefit because that is usually your best recourse for recouping additional flight costs.
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Food Allergies: You must notify us no later than at final payment if you have a food allergy. This tour goes to some remote places where restaurants may not be able to satisfy all food allergies. An allergy causes medical distress, a preference does not. For some allergies, please consider bringing your own snacks or food items so you are not dependent on what restaurants are able to serve.
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Triples: Triples are not available on this tour.
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Payments: A deposit of $800 per person is requested at the time of booking and balance is due June 26, 2025. By paying the deposit, you agree to the Terms & Conditions, Activity Level 3 Declaration, and Cancellation Policy outlined. Payments can be made by online banking or cheque (1.5% discount on tour fare), or by Visa or Mastercard ($5,000 limit per person on credit cards).
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Early Booking Bonus: Receive a $300 discount on the first 8 seats and $150 on the next 4 seats for booking early with deposit. The discount is not offered after June 26, 2025.
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Cancellation Policy: Up to June 26, 2025, the cancellation charge is $100 per person. From June 27 to July 25, the cancellation charge is 20% of the tour fare. From July 26 to August 26, the cancellation charge is 40% of the tour fare. From August 27 to September 26, the cancellation charge is 80% of the tour fare. After September 26, there is no refund.
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Travel Insurance: A Comprehensive Insurance policy is available through Wells Gray Tours and coverage is provided by Travel Guard. Policies purchased at deposit include a waiver of the pre-existing condition clause for medical and cancellation claims, otherwise policies can be purchased no later than at final payment. Medical questionnaire is not needed. Please contact us for details. If you have your own travel insurance, please read the policy carefully to be sure that you are adequately covered for medical, cancellation, interruption, and luggage.
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Photo Credits: Pixabay (Taipei, Yehliu Geopark, Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall), Adobe Stock (Longshan Temple, Sun Moon Lake from Wenwu Temple, Taipingshan National Forest), and Wikimedia (Rainbow Village, Grand Hotel in Taipei).
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Experience Points or E-points: This tour earns 178 e-points. Each time you travel on a Wells Gray tour, you earn e-points that are added to your account after the tour returns. One e-point equals $1. Redeem your earned points on select tours or accumulate enough points to earn a free tour! Redemptions offered until June 26, 2025.
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Consumer Protection BC Licenses: Kamloops 178, Vernon 655, Kelowna 588, Penticton 924, Victoria 65842