Hualien One-Day Tour Highlights + Food Schedule

⏰ 08:00｜Departure → Taroko National Park
• Shakadang Trail: A leisurely hike to enjoy emerald streams and marble canyons.
• Swallow Grotto: A classic canyon landmark to observe cliff walls and swallow caves.

👉 Breakfast Recommendations:
• Temple Red Tea (Hualien City) – Traditional red tea with egg pancakes and ham sandwiches.

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⏰ 11:30｜Qingshui Cliffs
• Stand at a high vantage point to gaze at the ocean and experience the breathtaking cliffs plunging into the Pacific.
• A must-visit for photo enthusiasts!

👉 Lunch Recommendations:
• Gongzheng Baozi / Zhou Family Dumplings – Must-try soup dumplings and steamed dumplings.
• Yixiang Wonton – Hualien's signature wonton soup.

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⏰ 14:00｜Qixingtan Beach
• One of the most beautiful coastlines, featuring blue seas and a pebble beach.
• Perfect for strolling, renting a bike, or capturing stunning scenic photos.

👉 Afternoon Tea Recommendations:
• Indigenous-style millet donuts near the Mambo Park.
• Hualien Ruisui Fresh Milk Ice Cream.

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⏰ 16:00｜Pine Garden
• A military building from the Japanese colonial era, surrounded by a large pine forest with views overlooking Hualien City and the Pacific Ocean.
• Ideal for those who love taking artsy photos.

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⏰ 18:30｜Dongdamen Night Market
• Hualien's largest night market, blending indigenous features with local snacks:
• Deep-fried scallion pancakes with egg
• Wild boar sausage
• Yixin Bubble Ice
• Indigenous stone-grilled meat
• Papaya milk

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🎯 Route Summary
• Morning: Majestic mountains (Taroko, Qingshui Cliffs) + local breakfast
• Noon: Popular snacks (Gongzheng Baozi, Yixiang Wonton)
• Afternoon: Relax by the coast (Qixingtan, Pine Garden) + desserts
• Evening: Night market feast (Dongdamen Night Market)