2026 Travel Subsidy Alert: Claim Up to NT$2,000 per Person – Available to All Eligible Travelers Until August 31

To strongly capture the summer tourism boom and promote a new land-and-sea travel route, the Chenggong Township Office in Taitung County is launching the 'Chenggong Blue Line Micro-Tourism' travel subsidy for the Chenggong–Green Island ferry route, effective immediately until August 31, 2026 (Year 115), offering up to NT$2,000 per person in travel subsidies, available while funds last. The campaign integrates local experiences, in-depth guided tours, and four micro-travel routes, allowing participants on one-day trips, two-day trips, or independent travel to enjoy direct group fee discounts (children under 3 years old are not counted toward subsidy eligibility), aiming to capture the summer domestic travel surge.

Claim Up to NT$2,000 in Travel Funds! Chenggong, Taitung Launches Limited-Time Subsidy via 'Chenggong Blue Line,' with Four Micro-Tours Direct to Green Island

The Chenggong Township Office stated that to promote local特色 tourism, the 'Chenggong Blue Line' provides transportation and sightseeing services between Chenggong and Green Island. Currently operating fixed departures every Thursday and Friday, it is Taitung County’s newest emerging tourism route. During the voyage, tourists can enjoy panoramic views of eastern Taiwan’s stunning coastal landscapes and may even spot schools of flying fish or dolphins, while also engaging in marine cultural learning experiences. This year, Chenggong has specially launched 'Four Micro-Tour Routes,' covering one-day trips, two-day trips, and independent travel.

· Subsidy Period: From now until August 31, 2026 (Year 115) · Subsidy Amount: Eligible participants receive a direct NT$2,000 travel subsidy per person. Due to limited subsidy funds and tour group capacity, the program will end once the quota is filled. · Eligible Participants: One-day trips, two-day trips, and independent travelers are all eligible. Children under 3 years old are not counted in the subsidy headcount. · Registration Channel: Registration is now open. For details on itineraries, please contact the承办 agency, Puyuma Travel Agency.

What to Do in Taitung This Summer? Connect with the 2026 Taitung Expo and Hot Air Balloon Festival!

This summer, Taitung offers a rich lineup of events. In addition to attending the 'Taiwan International Hot Air Balloon Festival' at Luye Highland to view international hot air balloon displays—including the world’s only 'Chiikawa'-themed balloon—and tethered flight experiences, visitors can also experience the first large-scale expo in Taitung’s history: the '2026 Taitung Expo (TAITUNG EXPO).'

The expo will transform the entire county into a massive exhibition hall, linking nine major zones, 23 official theme exhibitions, and over 200 limited-time events. Chenggong Township will also revitalize its old bus station and historic buildings during the expo period, creating regenerated art spaces and memory corridors to attract visitors for deep, slow tourism.

2026 Taitung Travel Subsidy: 'Chenggong Blue Line Micro-Tourism' (Image: Courtesy of Puyuma Travel Agency)

2026 Taitung Travel Subsidy: Claim Up to NT$45,000

To encourage private enterprises and organizations to conduct long-stay tourism and vacation meetings in Taitung, the Taitung County Government has specially launched the 'Taitung Never-Ending Journey' long-stay program and corporate group travel incentives. The program runs until December 5, 2026, or until funds are exhausted. Independent travelers who stay consecutively for five nights or more at the same legal accommodation will receive an immediate room discount of NT$2,500 per room. Domestic corporate groups of six or more people who stay for five consecutive nights and include a 'Taitung Slow Travel' itinerary can apply for incentives of up to NT$45,000.

Q1: What is the subsidy amount for the 'Chenggong Blue Line'? Are there eligibility restrictions?

The campaign offers up to NT$2,000 per person in travel subsidies (direct group fee discount). Note that children under 3 are not counted in the subsidy headcount, and both subsidy funds and tour group availability are limited—once the quota is filled, the program ends.

Q2: What is the route and departure schedule for the 'Chenggong Blue Line'?

The 'Chenggong Blue Line' operates a round-trip ferry service between Chenggong and Green Island, with fixed departures every Thursday and Friday.

Q3: What types of itineraries are available for the micro-tours?

This year, four micro-tour routes are offered, including one-day trips, two-day trips, and independent travel, all combining marine cultural learning experiences and in-depth guided tours of Chenggong’s local特色.

Source: Puyuma Travel Agency