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14 Days - Taiwan Panoramic Tour 

🇹🇼 14-Day Taiwan Itinerary: Culture, Nature & Coastlines

(Economy Flight, Hotel 4-5 stars and Travel Insurance Included)

Experience the best of Taiwan—from modern cityscapes to mountain forests, coastal beauty, and ancient traditions. This two-week itinerary offers a well-rounded mix of urban exploration, scenic nature, historical landmarks, and local cuisine.

🗓️ Days 1–4: Taipei – Urban Adventures & Northern Charm

Day 1: Arrival & Ximending District

  • Land at Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)

  • Transfer to Taipei (Airport MRT or taxi)

  • Check in and explore Ximending, Taipei’s lively youth culture and shopping district

Day 2: Taipei Landmarks & Night Market

  • Morning: Visit Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall and Longshan Temple

  • Afternoon: Head to Taipei 101 for city views and nearby malls

  • Evening: Dinner at Shilin or Raohe Night Market

Day 3: Jiufen & Shifen Day Trip

  • Take a train and shuttle or book a tour

  • Explore Jiufen Old Street, tea houses, and mountain views

  • Visit Shifen Waterfall and release sky lanterns on the railway

Day 4: Culture & Nature

  • Explore the National Palace Museum

  • Afternoon in Yangmingshan National Park (hot springs or flower season depending)

  • Enjoy a traditional tea experience at a hillside Maokong teahouse

🗓️ Days 5–6: Hualien & Taroko Gorge – Taiwan’s Natural Marvel

Day 5: Journey to Hualien

  • Take the scenic train from Taipei to Hualien

  • Explore Hualien City, visit the Cultural & Creative Industries Park, or stroll Dongdamen Night Market

Day 6: Taroko Gorge

  • Full-day tour of Taroko National Park

    • Hike Shakadang Trail or Swallow Grotto, see Eternal Spring Shrine

  • Optional: Private driver or join a guided tour for accessibility

🗓️ Days 7–8: Sun Moon Lake & Alishan – Lakeside Peace & Mountain Magic

Day 7: Sun Moon Lake

  • Travel to Taichung, then bus to Sun Moon Lake

  • Enjoy a boat cruise, cycle the lakeside path, visit Wenwu Temple

  • Stay near the lake in Ita Thao or Shuishe

Day 8: Alishan National Scenic Area

  • Travel to Alishan via Chiayi

  • Ride the Alishan Forest Railway, hike the Giant Tree Trail, and watch the sunrise over Yushan (weather permitting)

🗓️ Days 9–10: Tainan – Taiwan’s Oldest City

Day 9: Arrive in Tainan

  • Visit Anping Old Fort, Anping Treehouse, and explore Anping Old Street

  • Snack your way through Garden Night Market

Day 10: Historic Temples & Food Culture

  • Explore Chihkan Tower and Tainan Confucian Temple

  • Sample iconic dishes: Danzai noodles, milkfish soup, coffin bread

🗓️ Days 11–12: Kaohsiung – Art, Temples & Harbor Life

Day 11: Cultural Landmarks

  • Travel to Kaohsiung

  • Visit Dragon and Tiger Pagodas and Lotus Pond

  • Stroll Liuhe Night Market and see the Dome of Light at Formosa Blvd MRT

Day 12: Creative Kaohsiung

  • Explore Pier-2 Art Center (murals, galleries, quirky shops)

  • Ferry to Cijin Island: seafood lunch, beach, lighthouse views

🗓️ Days 13–14: Kenting – Coastal Getaway

Day 13: Kenting National Park

  • Head to Kenting via bus or private transfer

  • Relax on the beach, try snorkeling or paddleboarding

  • Explore Eluanbi Lighthouse, Maobitou, or Longpan Park for dramatic coastal cliffs

Day 14: Final Day & Return

  • Relax in the morning, explore Kenting Night Market

  • Return to Kaohsiung or Taipei by evening for your departure

    • Tip: Use HSR (High-Speed Rail) from Kaohsiung (Zuoying Station) to Taipei for a fast return

✈️ Departure Note

  • If flying from Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH), consider spending your last night in Kaohsiung

  • If flying from Taipei (TPE), return to Taipei on Day 14 and stay near the airport

🔖 Travel Tips

  • 💳 EasyCard: Use for buses, trains, MRT, and convenience stores

  • 🚄 High-Speed Rail (HSR): Book tickets early for popular routes (especially weekends)

  • 🍜 Must-Try Foods: Beef noodle soup, stinky tofu, boba milk tea, oyster omelets

  • 📱 Pocket WiFi / SIM: Essential for navigation and train/bus schedules

  • 🧳 Luggage Delivery: Available between cities through hotel concierge services

10 Days - Taiwan Discovery Tour

🇹🇼 10-Day Taiwan Itinerary for First-Timers

(Economy Flight, Hotel 4-5 stars and Travel Insurance Included)

Destinations: Taipei · Jiufen · Taroko Gorge · Hualien · Sun Moon Lake · Tainan (or Kenting)
Style: Balanced mix of culture, nature, food, and local charm
Ideal for: First-time visitors who want a taste of everything

🗓️ Days 1–3: Taipei – Culture, Shopping & Skyline Views

Day 1: Arrival & Ximending

  • Arrive in Taipei, transfer from Taoyuan Airport to the city (via MRT or taxi)

  • Check in and unwind by exploring Ximending, Taipei’s youth and pop culture hub

Day 2: Taipei Icons & Night Market

  • Morning: Visit Taipei 101 observation deck

  • Afternoon: Explore the National Palace Museum (world-class Chinese artifacts)

  • Evening: Dive into Taiwanese street food at Shilin or Raohe Night Market

Day 3: Jiufen Day Trip or Nature Escape

  • Option 1: Day trip to Jiufen (narrow alleys, mountain views, teahouses)

  • Option 2: Hike Elephant Mountain for panoramic Taipei views

  • Return to Taipei in the evening

🗓️ Days 4–5: Hualien & Taroko Gorge – Taiwan’s Natural Wonder

Day 4: Travel to Hualien & Taroko Gorge Intro

  • Take the scenic train to Hualien (~2–3 hours)

  • Head to Taroko National Park: walk Shakadang Trail, see Eternal Spring Shrine

  • Overnight in Hualien

Day 5: Full Taroko Exploration

  • Explore more of Taroko: Swallow Grotto, Baiyang Trail, Tunnel of Nine Turns

  • Optional: Short Liwu River raft trip (seasonal)

  • Return to Hualien for the night

🗓️ Day 6: Sun Moon Lake – Lakeside Tranquility

  • Take train from Hualien to Taichung, then bus to Sun Moon Lake

  • Enjoy a boat ride, bike the lakeside path, or visit Wenwu Temple

  • Stay overnight in Shuishe or Ita Thao

🗓️ Days 7–8: Tainan (Culture & Food) or Kenting (Beach Getaway)

🏛️ Option A: Tainan – Taiwan’s Cultural Capital

Day 7:

  • Travel to Tainan via train

  • Visit Anping Old Fort, Anping Treehouse, and Anping Old Street

Day 8:

  • See Chihkan Tower and Confucius Temple

  • Sample Tainan’s renowned cuisine: beef soup, danzai noodles, oyster omelets

🏖️ Option B: Kenting – Beachside Relaxation

Day 7:

  • Travel south to Kenting National Park

  • Chill on the beach or explore Eluanbi Lighthouse, Maobitou, and local scenery

Day 8:

  • Water sports, hiking, or exploring the area’s night market

  • Overnight in Kenting

🗓️ Days 9–10: Return & Departure

Day 9:

  • If in Tainan, take HSR to Taipei (~1.5–2 hrs)

  • If in Kenting, return to Kaohsiung, then HSR to Taipei (or fly out from Kaohsiung)

  • Enjoy last-minute shopping at Taipei Main Station underground mall or Xinyi District

Day 10:

  • Depart Taiwan from Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) or Kaohsiung (KHH)

✅ Travel Tips

  • 💳 EasyCard: Rechargeable transport card used across Taiwan

  • 🚄 High-Speed Rail (HSR): Great for intercity travel (Taipei–Tainan–Kaohsiung)

  • 📱 SIM/Pocket WiFi: Essential for maps and train schedules

  • 🍢 Night Markets: Visit one in each major city for a unique food experience

  • 🧳 Luggage Delivery (Hotel-to-Hotel): Great for minimizing travel strain

🧭 Suggested Route Overview

Taipei → Jiufen (day trip) → Hualien/Taroko → Sun Moon Lake → Tainan or Kenting → Return to Taipei or Kaohsiung

7 Days - Taiwan Classic Tour

🇹🇼 7-Day Taiwan Itinerary: Culture, Nature & City Life

(Economy Flight, Hotel 4-5 stars and Travel Insurance Included)

Destinations: Taipei · Jiufen · Shifen · Yangmingshan or Beitou · Sun Moon Lake
Best For: First-timers looking for a rich mix of city vibes, scenic day trips, and peaceful landscapes.

🗓️ Days 1–3: Taipei & Day Trips

Day 1: Arrival & Taipei

  • Arrive at Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)

  • Transfer to your hotel in Taipei (via MRT, taxi, or airport shuttle)

  • Visit Taipei 101 for views of the skyline

  • Dinner at Shilin Night Market – try beef noodles, fried chicken, bubble tea

Day 2: Taipei Cultural Highlights

  • Morning:

    • Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall

    • National Palace Museum – treasures of ancient Chinese history

  • Afternoon:

    • Explore Ximending, Taipei’s youthful fashion and street food district

  • Evening:

    • Optional: Hotpot dinner or shopping in the Zhongxiao Dunhua area

Day 3: Jiufen & Shifen Day Trip

  • Travel by train + bus to Shifen Old Street

    • Release sky lanterns on the railway tracks

    • Visit Shifen Waterfall, Taiwan’s largest

  • Continue to Jiufen Old Street

    • Explore nostalgic alleys, traditional teahouses, and views over the ocean

  • Return to Taipei in the evening

🗓️ Day 4: Nature & Relaxation

Option A: Yangmingshan National Park

  • Easy day trip from Taipei

  • Hike through volcanic landscapes, flower fields, and fumaroles

  • End with a hot spring soak at Lengshuikeng or nearby bathhouses

Option B: Beitou Hot Springs

  • Visit Beitou Hot Spring Museum

  • Relax in a private or public hot spring spa

  • Optional: Walk to Thermal Valley (“Hell Valley”) for steaming geothermal views

🗓️ Days 5–7: Sun Moon Lake Getaway

Day 5: Travel to Sun Moon Lake

  • Take HSR to Taichung, then bus or transfer to Sun Moon Lake (~2 hrs total)

  • Enjoy a boat ride around the lake

  • Visit Wenwu Temple or cycle along the lakeside bike path

  • Stay overnight near Shuishe or Ita Thao

Day 6: Leisure & Culture

  • Morning: Visit Ita Thao Indigenous Village for local snacks and shopping

  • Afternoon: Explore nearby trails or rent bikes again

  • Optional: Try a lakeside teahouse or paddle boat experience

Day 7: Return & Departure

  • Option 1: Return to Taipei via Taichung, then transfer to airport

  • Option 2: Travel directly to Taoyuan Airport from Taichung (via HSR and airport shuttle)

  • Enjoy a final meal or grab souvenirs if time allows

✅ Quick Tips

  • 💳 EasyCard: For public transit across Taipei and beyond

  • 🚄 HSR: Use for long-distance travel (Taipei ↔ Taichung)

  • 🧳 Pack light but bring comfortable walking shoes

  • 🌧️ Jiufen can be rainy—bring a small umbrella or rain jacket

  • 🧼 Bathing suits required for most public hot springs

5 Days - Taiwan Highlights Tour

Jiufen, and Natural Escapes

(Economy Flight, Hotel 4-5 stars and Travel Insurance Included)

✈️ Arrival Airport: Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)

🏙️ Base: Taipei (with day trips to Jiufen, Yehliu, and Yangmingshan)

🗓️ Day 1: Arrival in Taipei & Vibrant City Life

  • ✈️ Arrival at Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)

  • 🚆 Take the Airport MRT to Taipei Main Station

  • 🏨 Check into your hotel (Ximending, Zhongshan, or Da’an are good locations)

  • 🏙️ Head to Taipei 101 for panoramic views of the city

  • 🛍️ Explore Ximending, Taipei’s energetic shopping and entertainment district

  • 🌃 Dinner at a night market like Shilin (bustling and big) or Raohe (compact and flavorful)

🗓️ Day 2: History, Culture & Sunset Hike

  • 🏛️ Visit Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall and walk around Liberty Square

  • 🎨 Explore the National Palace Museum — home to world-class Chinese artifacts

  • 🥾 Hike up Elephant Mountain (~20-30 min climb) for a stunning sunset view of Taipei 101

  • 🍜 Dinner at a local Taiwanese restaurant or another nearby night market like Ningxia Night Market

🗓️ Day 3: Jiufen, Yehliu & Shifen Day Trip

  • 🌊 Start with Yehliu Geopark to see unique geological rock formations like the “Queen’s Head”

  • 🍵 Head to Jiufen Old Street — sample taro balls, visit a classic tea house, and soak in old-town charm

  • 💡 Continue to Shifen to visit Shifen Waterfall (Taiwan’s Niagara Falls)

  • 🎈 Release a sky lantern on the historic railway tracks at Shifen Old Street

  • 🚃 Return to Taipei and enjoy dinner back in the city

🗓️ Day 4: Yangmingshan & Hot Springs Relaxation

  • 🌋 Explore Yangmingshan National Park — lush trails, sulfur springs, and flower gardens (seasonal)

  • ♨️ Relax in Beitou Hot Springs (public bath or private spa options)

  • 🏛️ Optional: Visit the Beitou Hot Spring Museum or Thermal Valley

  • 🌅 Head to Tamsui Fisherman’s Wharf or Tamsui Old Street for seaside snacks and sunset views

  • 🍽️ Final dinner in Taipei (consider Din Tai Fung, mala hotpot, or a modern Taiwanese bistro)

🗓️ Day 5: Departure

  • 🥟 Enjoy a leisurely Taiwanese breakfast (try soy milk, fan tuan, and dan bing)

  • 🛍️ Last-minute shopping at Taipei Main Station Underground Mall or Xinyi district

  • 🚕 Head to Taoyuan Airport via Airport MRT or taxi (budget ~1 hour travel time)

  • ✈️ Depart Taiwan with amazing memories!

✅ Quick Travel Tips

  • 💳 Get an EasyCard for convenient MRT and bus travel

  • 🌧️ Bring a compact umbrella — Taipei can be rainy, especially in spring

  • 📶 Consider a local SIM card or pocket Wi-Fi for navigation

  • 🧴 Pack comfortable shoes, especially for hiking and walking-heavy days

  • 🕰️ Most sights open around 9–10 AM, and night markets peak after 6 PM

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