Date: 01/30-02/01 Duration: 3 days Prices: USD$ 300 for Early-Bird Registration Deadline : 2015/10/25 USD$ 320 for Late Registration Deadline : 2015/11/29 *If you don’t need the accommodation for 2016/02/01 or you have another arrangement, you will get USD$ 20 refund. That is to say, USD$ 280 for Early-Bird Registration Deadline : 2015/10/25 USD$ 300 for Late Registration Deadline : 2015/11/29 Price Includes: The accommodation for 2016/01/29 and 2016/02/01 in Taipei, 2 nights hotel accommodation in Hualien, transport to all spots, meals as specified in itinerary, bullet train from Taipei to Hualien. If you have any other questions, welcome to contact us. Contact Info:eamscjicorporation@gmail.com Registration Website:http://goo.gl/forms/1gAKKWjJ95 Notice: Please hand in the fee of PCT with the fee of EAMSC together. For the early-bird discount, you should fill in the form and hand in the fee before 2015/10/25. For the late registration, you should fill in the form and hand in the fee before 2015/11/29. After your submission of the fee of PCT, we will send a confirmation letter via email. If you want to change your mind and want to get the refund, please contact us before 12/25. After 12/25, getting the refund is not acceptable. Express Train Time: 01/30 08:30 - 10:30 Tze-Chiang Limited Express:Taipei To Hualien 02/01 19:20 - 21:20 Tze-Chiang Limited Express:Hualien To Taipei Itinerary: DAY1 Good morning -> Transfer -> Lunch -> Tzu Chi University -> Ji'an Keishuin -> Ziqiang Night Market Meal Plan: Lunch. Accommodation: Parkview Hotel (花蓮美侖大飯店) We will meet at the Taipei Main Station and transfer to Hualien by train, followed by a visit to Tzu Chi University. Afterwards, we will move to Ji'an Keishuin. As the third-level historical site in Hualien, Ji'an Keishuin was built during the period of Japanese-occupied, and served as a spiritual center for Japanese immigrants. Next site is the Ziqiang Night Market, a must-go for tasting various local or foreign delicacies, where you should never miss whenever visiting Hualien. Ji'an Keishuin Keishuin, a third-level historical site in Hualien, was built during the Japanese-occupied period, and served not only as a spiritual center for Japanese immigrants but also a medical center, learning center, and funeral home. The main building has a wooden structure with a Japanese-style four-pillar rooftop, following the Japanese temple building tradition. The garden is lush, vibrant, and serene. It is a nice place to experience the spirit of Zen. Ziqiang Night Market Hualien Ziqiang Night Market is the best place for tasting local food. Besides common food like rice noodles, ramen, sushi, oyster omelet, steaks and so on, there are also juice, tea, coffee, bean curd, grass jelly, and other tasty traditional desserts. You can also find stinky tofu, braised snacks, BBQ, Taiwanese fried chicken, spring rolls, GuanCaiBan(coffin board), and other local delicacies, which are always great choices for the midnight snack. Moreover, there are various exotic food waiting for you to try. http://tour-hualien.hl.gov.tw/Portal/Content.aspx?lang=0&p=006020001&disp=Detail&id=438 DAY2 Sunrise over Qixingtang -> Breakfast -> Rafting in Xiuguluan River -> Lunch -> Shitiping -> Hot Springs & Dinner Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. Accommodation: Hualien Huang Spa Villa (花蓮黃家溫泉民宿) The sunrise of Qixintang is what you should never miss (if you can wake up early and make it), where the crescent bay and clear blue waters of the Pacific Ocean will soothe your soul. Then you will transfer to Xiuguluan River, where exciting and unforgettable rafting experience guaranteed. After lunch, Shitiping is the following site with wonderful view and creatures. At night, you can enjoy the hot spring in the cozy hotel. Qixintang Located on the northeast beach of Xincheng Town, Qixingtan is one of the most popular scenic spot in Hualien. Besides the crescent bay and clear blue waters of the Pacific Ocean, the beach is full of colorful agates that are appreciated by the locals and tourists. Due to its abundant natural beauty, multiple scenic trails, beach pavilions, pagodas, and Star-Gazing Square, Qixingtan has become a well-known tourist destination, particularly known for its remarkably blue sky and turquoise seas. http://www.atgapp.com/scence/Chihsingtan.php Xiuguluan River There are torrential rapids, exciting shoals, and unexpected rocks, which make it the perfect place for thrilling rafting trips. With 23 rapids along the 22 km waterway, it is a paradise for fun seekers. Exciting and unforgettable experience are guaranteed. The Ruisui Rafting Center is located on the bank of Xiuguluan River at the southern end of Ruisui Bridge, where the information for rafting is presented inside. The building with a huge totem at the front resembles traditional aboriginal architecture style. On the west side of the center is a camp ground with facilities for camping lovers. http://joy766.pixnet.net/blog/3 Shitiping Shitiping is famous for its terrific geographic feature. Its landscapes include the developed sea terrain, wave-cut platforms, uplifted coral reefs, sea trenches and cliffs. The potholes, in particular, are one of the Taiwan's Number one sites. Shitiping's coastal area is rich in coral reefs, tropical fish, intertidal zones and tide pools from potholes. A variety of seaweed, fish, shellfish and other marine life dwell here. Shitiping is a great place to observe intertidal ecology and an excellent place for diving. Stay here and enjoy the sound of the waves on a starry night, you will definitely feel refreshed and relaxed. . http://www.sl600.com.tw/ocean/001-4.html DAY3 Breakfast -> Taroko -> Lunch -> Hualien City -> Dinner -> Transfer -> Goodbye Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. Taroko, one of the most famous national parks in Taiwan. Famous for its spectacular mountains and marble canyons, Taroko has also bred special flora and fauna in this area. Upon visiting Taroko, you will be awed by the incredible beauty. After the quick visit to Taroko, we will get back to downtown, where you can hang out around and go shopping for some souvenirs or local handicrafts. After dinner, you will be on your way back to Taipei. Taroko Taroko has been one of the national park since 1986, the full area including Hualien County, Nantou County and Taichung City. Taroko is famous for its spectacular mountains and marble canyons. Cliffs and canyons stretch along Li Wu River. Four million years ago, the island of Taiwan was formed by the collision of plates. After millions of years of wind erosion, the marble rocks were exposed and cut by Li Wu River, creating impressive grand canyons. From Tsing Shui to Nan Hu Peak, the drop height is 3,742 meters. http://blog.xuite.net/chungchi2/flysonic/24953818%E5%A4%AA%E9%AD%AF%E9%96%A3%E4%B9%8B%E6%97%85%EF%BC%88%E7%99%BD%E6%A5%8A%E3%80%81%E7%B6%A0%E6%B0%B4%E5%90%88% E6%B5%81%E3%80%81%E7%A0%82%E5%8D%A1%E7%A4%91%E6%AD%A5%E9%81%93%EF%BC%89