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CELEBRITY TOUR & TRAVEL offers a variety of City Packages to Taiwan. The small city of Hualien has one of the island's five international seaports and is the favored starting point for tours of nearby Taroko Gorge, at the eastern end of the Central Coss-Island Highway which links Hualien with Tuchund. Hualien is also popular for performances of dance and song by the island's aborigine maidens. Nearly 30,000 aborigines reside in the area, most from the Ami tribe. The hualien two-day/one night package price is $295, single supplement is $55.

The island's reefs, crystal-clear waters and beaches are great for fishing, snorkeling, scuba diving and collecting seashells. Glass-bottom boat rides offer captivating views of coral reefs and colorful tropical fish. A hostel on the island's southern tip is the center of a recreational complex for camping, picnicking, sightseeing and hiking to the hills.Package price is $299, single supplement is $150.

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GOWAY TRAVEL

Although not a large country by any means, Taiwan does have a number of outstanding attractions to offer the visitor. Starting with capital, Taipei, GOWAY's three-day stopover package includes in its city tour a visit to the National Palace Museum which houses probably the best selection of ancient Chinese artifacts in the world. Among them are 250,000 pieces of historical relics formerly kept in Beijing's Forbidden City and the Nanhing Central Museum, plus articles received through donations, collection and purchase. The current total of artifacts is nearly 200,000. Prices for the Taipei Stopover start from $191 per person, based on double occupancy.

GOWAY also offers a five-day independent itinerary which is a natural add-on to a stay in Taipei. It takes in the splendor and sheer heights of the cliffs at Taroko Gorge and a ride on the Alishan train, one of only three mountain railways in the world with views of the breathtaking sunset and sea of clouds. You can also soak up the sun in Kenting, Asia's version of Hawaii. Sun Moon Lake, in Central Taiwan, is the only natural large lake in Taiwan and its beauty is enhanced by the surrounding natural forests. Another place on the itinerary is Kaohsiung, Taiwan's second largest city, which offers intere4st pagodas and pavilions. This itinerary, which is a showcase of nature at its best, starts from $498 per person, based on double occupancy.

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PACIFIC HOLIDAYS

PACIFIC HOLIDAYS "Taiwan and Beyond" 10-day/8 night package featuring travel to Taipei. Exotic Taipei is located in the north on the main island of Taiwan. Taipei, known as the City of Azaleas, is a modern, boisterous city. This destination is Taiwan's center of commerce, culture and government. Although it is less than a century old, travel to Taipei offers numerous tourist delights. Visit the impressive architectural highlights, such as Martyr's shrine, art treasures at the National Palace Museum and natural wonders such as the rock formations at Yahliu Natural Park.

The tour continues to the picturesque Sun Moon lake and surrounding region. Enjoy the natural wonders of the mountains, lakes, waterfalls, hot springs and rock formation. View the temples and pagodas and a Buddhist monastery. Hear the chanting of the monks. Experience meditation. Enjoy other scenic highlights including a tour of Taroko Gorge Gateway.

Guaranteed weekly departures start at $1,950 land and air.

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