Day 1: Arrival in Taipei
Upon arrival at Taoyuan International Airport (TPE), transfer to your hotel by car or van (without a guide) and enjoy the rest of the day exploring Taipei at your own pace. You may use a One-Day Taipei Metro Pass for unlimited MRT rides to explore various attractions.
Meals: N/A
Accommodation: The Howard Plaza Taipei, Landis Taipei, or similar
Day 2: Taipei City Exploration
Visit the National Palace Museum, home to the world’s largest collection of ancient Chinese artifacts. Continue to the Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall and witness the ceremonial Guard Change. Explore the cultural richness of Lungshan Temple and conclude the day with panoramic views from Taipei 101.
Meals: Hotel Breakfast
Accommodation: The Howard Plaza Taipei, Landis Taipei, or similar
Day 3: Taipei to Taroko Gorge
Depart with an English-speaking guide and drive through the 12.9 km-long Hsuehshan Tunnel and coastal cliff highway. Stop for photos at Chinshui Cliff. Arrive at Taroko National Park to admire the marble gorge with stops at the Taroko Gorge Gateway. Swallow Grotto and Eternal Spring Shrine will be passed by due to earthquake damage.
Meals: Hotel Breakfast
Accommodation: Lakeshore Taroko or similar
Day 4: Taroko to Sun Moon Lake
After breakfast, embark on a scenic drive along the Central Cross-Island Highway via Wuling on Mt. Hehuan (3,275m), offering breathtaking views of the Central Mountains. Arrive at Sun Moon Lake and drive around the lake, stopping at Wen-wu Temple.
Meals: Hotel Breakfast
Accommodation: The Lalu, Hotel Del Lago, or similar
Day 5: Sun Moon Lake to Tainan
Explore Sun Moon Lake’s lakeside attractions including the Holy Monk Shrine, Ita Thao village, and Tse En Pagoda. Transfer to Tainan and enjoy a walking tour around Anping Fort and Old Street, experiencing Taiwan’s blend of historical and modern culture.
Meals: Hotel Breakfast
Accommodation: Shangri-La Far Eastern, The Place Tainan, or similar
Day 6: Tainan to Kaohsiung
Visit Chikan Tower and Taiwan’s first Confucius Temple. Drive to Kaohsiung and explore Foguanshan Monastery, including a light vegetarian lunch. Arrive in Kaohsiung, check in, and optionally explore Liuho Night Market or city night views.
Meals: Hotel Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Howard Kaohsiung or similar
Day 7: Kaohsiung to Lukang to Taipei Airport
Start the day with visits to the Dragon & Tiger Pagodas and Spring & Autumn Pavilions. Then drive to Lukang and explore Lungshan Temple. Continue to Taoyuan International Airport for your departure.
Meals: Hotel Breakfast
Accommodation: N/A