Private tour in Kaohsiung Yi Fen K

Kaohsiung Harbor Full Day Shore Excursion

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"You are the eyes of tourists" one of my guests said to me. After visiting 40 countries around the world, I decided to become a tour guide of my home country - Taiwan. For past 20 years, I was eager to see the other part of the world. I tried my best to travel around. When traveling couldn't satisfied me, I spent a year in the UK in order to know more about local life and also received my Master degree. One day, I realized what I was looking for is not from outside, but it is actually inside my home country — Taiwan is no less beautiful but very unknown. I think it's time to tell you this hidden gem. Please come and travel with me! It makes big difference who you travel with. We can talk about Taiwan and/or exchange our travel stories! One Canadian lady (who is the owner of a chocolate and organic tea house in Kyoto, Japan) told me : you have very sensitive eyes! After I showed her a special photo I took in her wonderful tea house. A British friend once said to me: You are unique! Yes, I'm unique :-) I've been to many places, not only Europe and the US, but also Iran, Sri Lanka, Morocco, Myanmar, Lao. . . on my own or with a friend. Those experience made me see things in different way and that's why I can write travel articles (now I write articles about arts and culture) for the top 1 newspapers in Taiwan. The places listed in the tours might be similar to others, but I am the one who made it different! Please come and travel with me. You will love Taiwan as I do! PS. 1. I was majored in computer and trained/did coding for 10 years. I had been working for airline / national tourism board / travel agency, and now even as a tour guide, I am different from other tour guides who is just a tour guide ;) PS. 2. Tour guide is my main job. My 2nd job is tour leader. In summer, I often escort student group to study English overseas. Spend 3 to 4 weeks in England/London or Boston/New York. My 3rd job is writing articles (including taking photos) for the leading news paper in Taiwan. It's a full page articles printed on the newspaper (not a internet blog which anyone can write). If you are interested, I'm more than happy to show you the collections of my favorite clippings! PS. 3. Where have I been to? The countries I have visited including Singapore X 14 times The UK X 14 Japan X 13 The USA X 7 Malaysia X 7 Germany X 5 Indonesia X 4 Thailand X 4 France X 4 Australia X 3 Holland X 3 Austria X 3 Turkey X 2 Italy X 2 Spain X 2 Slovenia X 2 Portugal X 2 Cambodia X 2 Vietnam X 2 Following are only once: Iran / Myanmar / Nepal / Lao / Sri Lanka / Morocco / Maldives / Guam / Palau / Philippine / H. K. / Macau / Czech / Vatican / Belgian / Canada / Kenya / Zimbabwe / Zambia / Botswana I used to have a full time office job so it was not easy to do all those trips. . . . I really tried my best :) PS. 4. Tour Guide (Inbound) License in English / Mandarin since 2008. Tour Leader (Outbound) License in English / Mandarin / Japanese since 2006. MSc degree in eTourism, University of Surrey (UK) - Awarded Chevening scholarship by British Office 2011 Taiwan Tourism Elite Selection and Overseas Training Program at University of Hawaii (Tourism Executive Study Program) Writing Travel Articles / Art and Culture Articles (Full page) for the Top 1 newspaper in Taiwan. I am not a driver so most of my tours including a charter car/van with a professional driver.

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Overview of your Kaohsiung tour

Kaohsiung is the largest city in Southern Taiwan with mountain, river, harbor and ocean. We will visit following places during the tour : 1. One of the oldest area in Kaohsiung -- Lotus pond. There are many colorful temples, pagodas and pavilions built on the lake. Visit Dragon and Tiger Pagodas or Spring and Autumn Pavilions to enjoy the lake view. 2. The Dome of Light, which is made of over 4000 pieces of glass and designed by an Italian artist Narcissus Quagliata. 3. Pier 2 Art Center & Great Harbour Bridge: After abandoned for years, the old warehouses now turn into a new developing area. There are cafes, restaurants and shops with different installation art works.

Your Kaohsiung tour itinerary

1. pick up at Kaohsiung Harbor or hotel inside Kaohsiung city center. 2. Transfer to Lotus Pond (around 30-40 minutes). 3. Visit Dragon & Tiger Pagoda, which is built on the lake with animal appearance.(Currently under renovation until mid 2025, will visit Spring and Autumn Pavilion instead.) 4. Photo stop at the Formosa Station to see the Dome of Light on the way to the Harbor front. 5. Transfer to Pier 2 Art Center. 6. Visit Great Harbour Bridge and the warehouses area. 7. Back to Kaohsiung Harbor or hotel inside Kaohsiung city center. PS1. The order of visit will adjust according to your arrival time and the location of the restaurant. PS2. If you want to start the tour earlier, it's possible but need an overnight cost.

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Minivan

Clean and air-conditioned van/car with a separate professional driver

What's included
Other: Driver's lunch cost ; Mineral water while in the van/car; Two-way High Speed Railway tickets for tour guide from Taipei to Kaohsiung
Private Guide
Private Transportation With Driver
Services: Reservation for lunch restaurant
What's not included
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

Kaohsiung City, Kaohsiung City, Taiwan

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Other details
Tour categories
Architecture
Art And Culture
City Highlights
Off The Beaten Path
Tour reference number
311575
Languages
Mandarin
English
Taiwanese
Activity level
Moderate
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Who is this private tour in Kaohsiung best suited for?

This private tour in Kaohsiung is ideal for travellers who want to explore the vibrant culture and history of Southern Taiwan with a local guide. It's perfect for those interested in visiting colourful temples, modern art installations, and experiencing the unique blend of natural and urban landscapes. The tour is also suitable for cruise ship passengers looking for a shore excursion.

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