About Sun Moon lake:
Divided by Lalu Island, the Sun Moon Lake scenic area got its name from the unique terrains that look like sun on one side and crescent moon on the other, the east side of the lake resembles a sun while the west side resembles a moon, hence the name. Crowned as one of the Eight Wonders of Taiwan, the Sun Moon Lake Scenic Area attracts more than six million visits each year.
Sun Moon Lake is the largest body of water in Taiwan and well-known for its clear, sparkling blue water set against a picturesque mountain backdrop. Located in Yuchi Township, Nantou County, the area around the Sun Moon Lake is home to the Thao tribe, one of aboriginal tribes of Taiwan. Sun Moon Lake surrounds a tiny island called Lalu reserved for aboriginal religious practices, therefore the public is not allowed to visit the island.
Selected hotel accommodation｜ Room Type
►Hotel 5* : Fleur de Chine
Descriptions ｜With a distinctive style in its building structure, creating an aesthetic atmosphere by the integration of nature and simplicity with the surroundings. Extending the indoor space to outdoors, every corner of the hotel is infused with the beautiful landscape of Sun Moon Lake. Fleur de Chine has 211 rooms.
Awards:
In 2016, TripAdvisor’s Travellers’ Choice selected Fleur de Chine as Top Hotels in Taiwan.
In 2015, Fleur de Chine was selected by the Global Views magazine as Taiwan’s Top Leisure Hotel and received the World Luxury Hotel Awards as well as the Luxury Rooftop View Hotel.
Sustainable Luxury at Fleur de Chine: The Fleur de Chine Spa Hotel is the world’s first five star hotel enjoying CU-GSTC global sustainable tourism certification.
Day 1
Taichung - Sun Moon Lake
► 13. 30 meeting at HSR Taichung High Speed Rail Station (Gate 6)
► 14.00 Departure to Sun Moon lake.
► 15.00 Arrival in Sun Moon lake and
► Water World: The Water World occupies over 3,000 square meters in land area and is separated into five themes: the hot spring spa, hydrotherapy, swimming pool, the sunbathing platform and a special children’s section. The children’s section includes a 2-meters-tall water slide, a child-friendly pool (55 cm), as well as an infant pool (15 cm) filled with colorful balls.
► In alternative you can relax at the Qi Shiseido Salon & SPA. The renowned Japanese cosmetic brand, Shiseido, launched the top-quality SPA service named “Qi” at Fleur de Chine Hotel, their first-ever SPA located in a resort hotel in Taiwan. With the esthetics of “Qi” and the combination of oriental “meridian,” “acupuncture points,” and western massage, it will replenish your body, mind and soul with calmness and comfort in the natural hot spring.
Available time: 14:00 – 23:00 (Last Reservation Time 21:00)
► Dinner : Buffet dinner at the Crimson. The open kitchen serves distinctive dishes and creative menus from multiple countries. The ultimate and sumptuous cuisine experience begins here. It is indeed an enjoyment of life with great food and great view!
► Overnight at Fleur de Chine
Day 2
Sun Moon lake
► Breakfast at the hotel;
► Morning free to visit the area of Sun Moon Lake, check the list of activities below to chose your favorite.
►Lunch will be at your own along the way.
► In the afternoon, from 15:30-17:30 Enjoy the Japanese, Zen-styled hot spring, an exclusive, private space decorated with bamboo fences and stone lanterns that provides a tranquil and soothing experience for travelers. The Wellness Hot Spring offers three different pools: natural spring, warm pool and cold pool, for guests to enjoy and rejuvenate while the mind, body and soul reach a complete relaxation.
► From 19.30 to 21.30 Dinner at The Sky Lounge. It features a unique panorama view of the lake and a long wall of mirrors that creates the pure, holy and spiritual aura of a Gothic church. (The Sky Lounge is merely open for clients over 13 years old if you are travelling with Kids, dinner will be at the Crimson Restaurant.)
► Overnight at Fleur de Chine.
List of activities
Optional activities:
- Explore the area with private car and English speaking guide.
- Cycle round one of the best bike paths in the world: It is about 30 km with hills and will take 3-4 hours with stops at few of the attractions along the way. A local guide will follow you and show the paths.
- Cable car overlooking the lake: On a good day you can enjoy a stunning views of the lake with the trip taking about 7 minutes each way, however in peak times the wait can be hours;
- Formosan Aboriginal Cultural Village;
- Boat tour (Shueishe, Ita Thao and Xuanguang Temple piers)
- Carton King, where everything from utensils to furniture are made from carton boxes.
- Visit Ita Thao: is the origin of Thao people; it is believed that their ancestors, originally from Alishan, chased a white deer to a faraway lake where they found an abundance of fish. They returned to their homeland, brought the whole tribe, and decided to settle down at Sun Moon Lake, as we call it today. Although tribal life is almost extinct now, a visit to Ita Thao allows you to experience the aboriginal culture and you get to taste delicious aboriginal food too.
- Antique Assam Tea Farm: Shuili Snake Kiln is the town where remains the eldest tradition of kiln-making. There is a biggest kiln work which is in the Guinness Book of Records by the size of 6.68 meters.
- Paragliding in PULI;
- SUP ( Standing up paddle )
Sessions:
Morning: 5.00 AM – 8.00 AM – 11.00 AM
Afternoon: 14.00 PM – 16.00 PM
Day 3
Sun Moon lake - Taichung
► Breakfast at the hotel;
► Morning free to continue the exploration of the area.
Enjoy rock climbing session or try SUP ( Standing up paddle ) experience if you want to leave Sun Moon lake with a unforgettable memory of the lake.
Sessions:
Morning: 5.00 AM – 8.00 AM – 11.00 AM
► At 12.00 meeting at Fleur de Chine to take your ride to Taichung HSR Train Station ( estimate arrival at 13.30 ).
Back home or continue your trip to discover the beauty of Taiwan.
