8 day itinerary for Taiwan

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Taipei

• Arrive in Taipei and check into your hotel
• Visit Taipei 101, one of the tallest buildings in the world
• Explore the vibrant Ximending district for shopping and street food
• Enjoy a traditional Taiwanese dinner at a local restaurant

Day 2: Taipei City Exploration

• Rent a car and drive to Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall
• Visit the National Palace Museum to see ancient Chinese artifacts
• Explore the bustling Shilin Night Market for delicious snacks and souvenirs

Day 3: Taroko Gorge Day Trip

• Drive to Taroko Gorge National Park for breathtaking views of marble cliffs and lush forests
• Hike the Shakadang Trail and visit the Eternal Spring Shrine
• Enjoy a relaxing soak in the natural hot springs of Wenshan

Day 4: Sun Moon Lake

• Drive to Sun Moon Lake, a picturesque lake surrounded by lush mountains
• Take a boat tour of the lake and visit the Wenwu Temple
• Enjoy a scenic bike ride around the lake or relax at a lakeside cafe

Day 5: Alishan National Scenic Area

• Drive to Alishan National Scenic Area to see the famous Alishan Forest Railway
• Explore the ancient cypress trees and stunning mountain views
• Stay overnight in a traditional tea house and enjoy a tea ceremony

Day 6: Tainan City

• Drive to Tainan, the oldest city in Taiwan
• Visit Chihkan Tower, Anping Old Fort, and the Confucius Temple
• Sample local street food at the Tainan Night Market

Day 7: Kaohsiung City

• Drive to Kaohsiung and visit the Fo Guang Shan Buddha Memorial Center
• Explore the Pier-2 Art Center for contemporary art and cultural exhibitions
• Celebrate New Year's Eve with a fireworks display at Love River

Day 8: Departure

• Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at your hotel
• Drive back to Taipei for your departure flight, reminiscing about your wonderful family adventure in Taiwan