7 days tour

Taiwan Kom Challenge

Taiwan Kom Challenge

This tour includes:

Others

Race entrance fee SpiceRoads jersey Water bottle Support vehicle Snacks and drinks

Meals

Meals are included as per the itinerary where B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner. Most meals are local and feature noodles, rice, curries, and soups. Any special dietary requirements can also be catered for as well. Please let us know at the time of booking.

Transport

We have a limited number of road bikes available for rent if you choose not to bring your own bicycle. The cost to rent a road bike for this tour is an additional US$250. If you have your own saddle that you are comfortable with, you are welcome to bring it, and weโ€™ll fit it. We can provide strap-style toe cages if requested, but you might like to consider bringing SPD clip pedals if you use them, and please bring your shoes and cleats. If you bring your own bike, please make sure it is a road bike in good mechanical order. We will be supported by an air-conditioned vehicle that will follow us the whole time.

Accommodation

1 night at the 4-star Les Suites Hotel Taipei Daโ€™an 1 night at the 4-star Li Wu Zuo Cun B&B 1 night at the 4-star Wu Ling Farm Guesthouse 3 nights at the 4-star Parkview Hotel Please note that accommodations are subject to change. You will receive confirmation of the final hotels prior to departure.

Guide

You will be led by a local English-speaking tour guide, and if the group is 8 people or more, we will add another guide to the tour. All our guides are well informed in the history, culture, and religions of the area where you are biking and are skilled at passing that knowledge on to you. Your guide is also medically trained and an experienced cyclist, able to handle most minor repairs en route. If you require additional languages, please let us know when booking.

Not included:

Optional

Bicycle rental fee is US$250 per person (only if you choose not to bring your own bike)

Flights

No flights are included in this adventure.

Others

International flights Domestic flights Airport pick up Airport drop off Visa fees Alcohol Tips

Insurance

Travel insurance is not included in the cost of this adventure. TourRadar has partnered with XCover to bring you travel protection for your adventure that you can add to your booking after checkout. You can find more information here https://www.tourradar.com/travel-insurance

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Itinerary of your trip Taiwan Kom Challenge

  • Day 1 Day 1
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1

      Arrive in Taipei and meet up in the evening for a trip briefing.

  • Day 2 Day 2
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2

      Stretch the legs, lungs, and get a feel for the terrain on a ride through stunning and world famous Taroko Gorge.

  • Day 3 Day 3
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3

      Another great day of riding in Taiwanโ€™s fabulous mountain landscapes. Weโ€™ll have some climbs, but will utilize the support vehicle to keep our climbing legs in good condition.

  • Day 4 Day 4
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4

      Get a taste for the KOM course on an acclimitization ride through Taroko Gorge!

  • Day 5 Day 5
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5

      Choose to rest up before the race or go on an easy coastal ride.

  • Day 6 Day 6
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6

      An early 6 am race start for the ride of a lifetime.

  • Day 7 Day 7
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7

      Transfer to Hualien Train Station for onward travel.

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Challenging

Long and challenging experience. Youโ€™ll be required to have good physical fitness to go on it. In some of these activities you'll need previous experience on similar activities.

Age range

Age range

Min: 18 / Max: 90

Age range allowed for this experience.

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