5-Day Taipei & Northern Coast Cultural and City Exploration Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival & Ximending

Taipei, Taiwan on July 20, 2025

12:00am

Depart Pampanga to Manila Terminal 3

Travel from Pampanga to Manila Terminal 3 in time for your flight.
PHP1000, 2h30m

3:00am

Arrive at Manila Terminal 3 and Prepare for Flight

Check-in and clear security early to ensure a smooth departure.
PHP0, 4h45m

7:45am

Flight from Manila to Taipei

Fly to Taipei to kick off your Taiwan trip.
PHP varies, 3h30m+

11:30am

Explore Ximending

Dive into the lively atmosphere with shops and street performances.
TWD0, 3h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Modern Toilet Restaurant

Experience quirky bathroom-themed dining featuring local dishes.
TWD300, 1h0m

3:00pm

Check-in at Backpackers Hostel Ximen

Relax and refresh at your accommodation.
TWD0, 1h0m

4:00pm

Evening Walk and Shopping in Ximending

Browse trendy shops and sample street food in this popular district.
TWD0, 2h0m

6:30pm

Dinner at Ay Chung Flour-Rice Noodle

Taste a famous Taiwanese rice noodle specialty close to your hostel.
TWD100, 0h30m
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Day 2: Northern Coast & Shifen

Taipei & Northern Coast, Taiwan on July 21, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Yonghe Soy Milk King

Relish a traditional breakfast of soy milk and fried dough sticks.
TWD150, 1h0m

8:00am

Depart for Northern Coast Tour including Shifen

Begin your scenic day trip from Taipei heading north.
TWD1300, 9h0m

9:30am

Yehliu Geopark

See fascinating rock formations including the Queen’s Head, open 8am-5pm.
TWD80, 1h30m

11:00am

Shifen Waterfalls

Visit the stunning 20m waterfall often called 'Taiwan Niagara Falls'.
TWD0, 1h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Shifen Old Street

Enjoy local street snacks in a charming railway town setting.
TWD350, 1h0m

1:00pm

Shifen Sky Lantern Experience

Participate in the traditional sky lantern release on railway tracks.
TWD150, 1h0m

2:30pm

Visit Jinshan Old Street

Explore this traditional market street with local crafts and food.
TWD0, 1h0m

3:30pm

Gold Museum in Jinguashi

Tour the gold rush history museum, open 9am-5pm.
TWD80, 1h30m

5:30pm

Return to Taipei

Travel back to Taipei city center.
TWD0, 1h30m

7:00pm

Dinner at Shilin Night Market

Explore Taipei’s largest night market sampling diverse street foods.
TWD200, 2h0m
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Day 3: City Culture & Markets

Taipei, Taiwan on July 22, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Fuhang Soy Milk

Enjoy warm soy milk and fresh buns at a famous local spot.
TWD140, 1h0m

9:00am

National Palace Museum

Discover one of the world’s largest collections of Chinese artifacts and art; open 9am-5pm.
TWD350, 3h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Silks Palace Museum Restaurant

Enjoy fine dining inside the museum grounds with artistic dishes inspired by exhibits.
TWD600, 1h0m

2:00pm

Taipei 101 Mall Exploration

Browse luxury brands and enjoy city views from the indoor shopping mall.
TWD0, 2h0m

4:00pm

Visit Longshan Temple

Explore one of Taipei’s oldest and culturally rich temples, open till 9pm.
TWD0, 1h0m

6:30pm

Dinner at Raohe Street Night Market

Experience lively street food and famous pepper buns at this vibrant market.
TWD200, 2h0m
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Day 4: Arts & Markets

Taipei, Taiwan on July 23, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at The Diner Taipei

Enjoy a hearty Western-style breakfast near your accommodation.
TWD300, 1h0m

9:30am

Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hall

Explore the memorial and gardens dedicated to the founding father of modern Taiwan.
TWD0, 1h30m

11:30am

Songshan Cultural and Creative Park

Discover local art, design shops, exhibitions, and creative marketplaces.
TWD0, 1h30m

1:00pm

Lunch at Wright’s Dairy

Have light deli meals and fresh dairy products in a cozy environment.
TWD300, 1h0m

3:00pm

Taipei Botanical Garden

Leisurely stroll in a lush garden featuring tropical plants, open till 5pm.
TWD0, 1h0m

5:00pm

Dinner at Tonghua Night Market

Taste a variety of authentic Taiwanese dishes at a popular local night market.
TWD250, 3h0m
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Day 5: Museums & Farewell

Taipei, Taiwan on July 24, 2025

8:00am

Quick Breakfast near Hostel

Grab a light breakfast to start the day.
TWD100, 1h0m

9:30am

Taipei Fine Arts Museum

Explore contemporary art exhibits in this elegant museum, open until 5pm.
TWD100, 2h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at a nearby cafe

Enjoy a relaxing lunch at a cafe in the museum district.
TWD300, 1h0m

1:30pm

Visit Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall

Tour the impressive monument and surrounding gardens; open 9am-6pm.
TWD0, 1h30m

3:30pm

Shopping at Taipei Main Station Underground Mall

Finish your trip with last-minute shopping in this extensive underground mall.
TWD0, 2h0m

6:00pm

Farewell Dinner near Ximen

Savor your final meal in Taipei with traditional flavors close to your accommodation.
TWD200, 1h0m
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Day 6: Departure

Taipei to Manila to Pampanga on July 25, 2025

6:30am

Light Breakfast and Checkout

Enjoy a quick breakfast and pack your belongings for departure.
TWD0, 0h30m

7:30am

Travel to Taoyuan International Airport

Head to the airport allowing suitable time for check-in.
TWD300, 1h0m

10:00am

Flight Taipei to Manila Terminal 3

Fly back to Manila.
TWD0, 3h30m+

1:30pm

Transfer Manila to Pampanga

Return transfer to Pampanga to complete your trip.
PHP1000, 2h30m
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