Day Trips from Taipei to Hualien

Travel south from Taipei along the dramatic east coast to reach Hualien, the gateway to the world-famous Taroko National Park. Day trips take you to see the marble canyons, the Eternal Spring Shrine, and the Swallow Grotto, while a guide explains the tectonic activity that continues to shape the gorge. Let a professional handle the long-distance transit and the narrow mountain tunnels while you walk the trails or admire the Pacific views from the Qixingtan Beach. Most itineraries add a stop at the Qingshui Cliff, which towers above the sea. Excursions offer the most practical way to visit this remote region in a single day.