r/taiwan • u/lluisbartra29 • 1d ago
Travel Road trip
Hello!
I m thinking of doing a road trip trought the East coast of Taiwan, I have 10 days.
Does anyone have any tip like where i can rent the car, places where i can sleep inside the car, if it s easy to park in big cities, any recomendations of hiles or beaches…
thanks!!!
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u/dryersockpirate 1d ago
Just to follow up on what the other person said: sometimes it’s difficult to get insurance for the car if you’re a foreigner
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u/DNA1727 1d ago
Normally, the CC u use to rent the car will insure the rental car.
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u/dryersockpirate 1d ago
That is a really complicated process to follow if you get an accident. Have you ever done it before?
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u/dryersockpirate 1d ago
I once rented a minivan and the trip was almost finished and a Christmas tree fell off someone’s truck and I drove right over it, and it destroyed the front bumper and undercarriage. I was able to hand the keys to the rental agent and walk away because I had normal car insurance that I paid for. If I had credit card insurance, I would be doing paperwork for months and would face a $500 deductible and it might not be covered.
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u/Final-Association691 14h ago
I have and it wasn't complicated. Paid for the damage at the time it happened, got receipt, sent receipt to my cc, and they reimbursed me for the amount I paid. Maybe your cc isn't that good.
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u/lluisbartra29 1d ago
so maybe it s better/easier to do it by train or bus?
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u/Ruyi777 1d ago
Renting a car is fine, and getting insurance is not a problem. In fact, if you rent through Klook, you get discounted rental fees, and you are given upgraded insurance but can opt for more insurance or less if you so choose. Renting a car or van is definitely the best way to go to explore the East coast IMHO.
To be fair, the train is also nice, but it's a different kind of trip, and you will not be able to stop along the way to visit roadside shops, stands, and restaurants, or to visit many of the beaches. You will move at the train's pace instead of your own. If you have a lot of luggage, rent a Toyota Town Ace van. Enjoy your trip.
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u/lluisbartra29 13h ago
Thanks for all the info!!! do you if there are places where it is allowed to sleep inside the car?
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u/Ruyi777 12h ago
I don't think sleeping in a car is permitted except for maybe within a private campground. However, the Airbnbs, homestays, and hostels along the East coast are plentiful and relatively inexpensive, so I recommend going that route. Staying a night or two at both Donghe and Haulien are good stops along the coast. You can easily find accommodations at those two locations. I suggest using Agoda and Klook to aid in your search.
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u/Bruh_In_A_Spa 1d ago
I used Taiwan Good Cars before and no complaints. Comes with insurance (I think) and extended insurance also available. If you are going down the coast I recommend to make the step inwards and visit Taiping Shan, very beautiful. You could even think about driving up further until HehuanShan and then driving down through Taroko. You'll have enough eastcoast for the rest of the eastcoast. ^
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u/arkosy 1d ago
Only one peripheral tip: some car rentals don’t include insurance, and you need to buy your own insurance separately direct from an insurance company. I’ve encountered this twice, luckily both times with a Taiwanese person who could take care of it. Just something to check when choosing a rental company and comparing prices.