Private Full Day Tour - Sun Moon Lake from Taipei with 2 course lunch
Sun Moon Lake (日月潭; Rìyuè Tán) at an altitude of 762m is largest body of fresh water in Taiwan and is one of the island’s most lovely natural vistas. Surrounded by lush green mountains, the lake is divided by the tiny island Lalu Island (which sits in the middle of the lake); the eastern part of the lake is round like a sun with its western part shaped like a crescent. Thus it is named "Sun Moon Lake". Arriving in Shueishe village shortly before 10.30am, we take a short break and have a light snack before setting off on our tour around the lake. Enjoy your relaxing tour around the lake while learning about the origins and history the lake from your entertaining and informative guide. Soak up the beauty of the calm turquoise water complemented by lush green mountains that surround the lake. Truly, the scenery is breath-taking. No wonder Sun Moon Lake is one of the popular wedding photography and honeymoon destinations in Taiwan. The view of the lake is very picturesque with plenty of photo opportunities around. After a short journey around we will park at Shueishe Wharf. After a brief visit to the temple we will stop for a delicious lunch at a local restaurant. Why not try some famous Aboriginal cuisine??
After lunch, we will take the short drive to ‘Ci'en Pagoda’. The stately Pagoda of Kindness and Grace (1969) was built by Chiang Kai-shek in honour of his mother. It’s distinctive shape can be seen from almost anywhere on the lake perched on its high hill top. It offers even more awesome views of the lake and surrounding mountains, but this time in a dramatic 360° fashion! The 46 meter tall tower is worth the small climb for the views, and there’s also a giant bell at the top that visitors can ring at their whim. There’s also a rest house that was often used by Chiang Kai Shek. If we’re lucky we’ll also catch a glimpse of some monkeys and fireflies on the short hike to the tower.
If you are feeling energetic, we can rent a bicycle and take one of the many breath-taking cycling routes to the Sun Moon lake ropeway. If you would rather travel in comfort, our private driver is on hand to take us the short distance. Sun Moon Lake Ropeway is a scenic gondola cable car ride high in the sky above the lake, from which you can really appreciate the pristine water, with a surface area of almost 8km; it really is a sight to behold.
Sun Moon Lake really is majestic and it is easy to see why it is the pride of Taiwanese people from every part of the country.
We will begin our journey home around 5.00pm, tired but exhilarated, we will transfer you back to Taipei by 8.00pm-8.30pm