5-Day Cultural and Culinary Journey Through Taiwan

Day 1: Explore Taipei

Taipei, Taiwan on June 11, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Yonghe Soy Milk King

Start your day with traditional Taiwanese breakfast items such as soy milk, fried dough sticks, and egg pancakes at this popular local eatery open from 5:00am to 11:00am.
TWD100, 1h

9:30am

Visit National Palace Museum

Explore one of the world's largest collections of Chinese imperial artifacts and artworks. The museum is open from 8:30am to 6:30pm.
TWD350, 2h

12:00pm

Lunch at Din Tai Fung (Taipei 101 branch)

Enjoy famous soup dumplings and other Taiwanese specialties in this internationally acclaimed restaurant open from 11:00am to 9:30pm.
TWD600, 1h

1:30pm

Taipei 101 Observatory

Visit one of the tallest buildings in the world for panoramic views of Taipei. Open from 9:00am to 10:00pm.
TWD600, 1h

3:00pm

Explore Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall

Enjoy the grand architecture and changing of guards ceremony at this iconic landmark. Grounds are open from 9:00am to 6:00pm.
Free, 1h

6:00pm

Dinner at Shilin Night Market

Indulge in various street foods like oyster omelette and bubble tea at Taipei’s largest night market open from 5:00pm to midnight.
TWD200, 2h
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Day 2: Northern Coast Adventure

Jiufen and Shifen, Taiwan on June 12, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at a local Jiufen teahouse

Savor traditional Taiwanese tea and light snacks while enjoying mountain and sea views. Many teahouses open by 8:00am.
TWD250, 1h

8:30am

Explore Jiufen Old Street

Wander the charming alleyways filled with souvenir shops, street food stalls, and historic architecture.
Free, 2h

11:00am

Visit Shifen Waterfall

Enjoy a scenic walk to Taiwan’s broadest waterfall. Nearby park open from 8:30am to 5:30pm.
TWD50, 1h

12:30pm

Lunch in Shifen Old Street

Try local grilled snacks and traditional meals in the quaint railway village.
TWD200, 1h

2:00pm

Sky Lantern release in Shifen

Write wishes on traditional sky lanterns and release them on railway tracks, a popular cultural experience.
TWD150, 1h

4:00pm

Return to Taipei for rest

Head back to Taipei by train or car for relaxation before dinner.
TWD300, 1.5h

7:00pm

Dinner at Raohe Street Night Market

Sample Taiwanese street eats such as pepper buns and stinky tofu at this lively market open from 4:00pm to midnight.
TWD200, 2h
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Day 3: Taichung Exploration

Taichung, Taiwan on June 13, 2025

7:00am

Travel to Taichung

Take the high-speed rail from Taipei to Taichung, a convenient 1-hour journey.
TWD700, 1h

8:30am

Breakfast at Chun Shui Tang

Enjoy the original bubble milk tea and a Taiwanese breakfast menu at the tea house that started the bubble tea trend.
TWD300, 1h

10:00am

Visit Rainbow Village

Explore colorful street art in this small, vibrant village created by a former soldier to save the area from demolition.
Free, 1h

11:30am

National Taichung Theater

Admire contemporary architecture and possibly catch a performance. The building is open from 10:00am to 10:00pm.
Free to enter, 1h

1:00pm

Lunch at Miyahara

Relish western-Taiwanese fusion dishes and famous ice cream in a historic building turned cafe and dessert shop.
TWD400, 1h

2:30pm

Walk in Taichung Park

Relax by the lake and traditional pavilion in this historic, centrally located park.
Free, 1h

4:00pm

Visit National Museum of Natural Science

Discover exhibits on natural history, space, and Taiwan’s ecology. Open from 9:00am to 5:00pm.
TWD100, 2h

7:00pm

Dinner at Fengjia Night Market

Explore the largest night market in Taichung offering a huge array of local street foods until midnight.
TWD250, 2h
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Day 4: Sun Moon Lake

Sun Moon Lake, Taiwan on June 14, 2025

7:00am

Travel to Sun Moon Lake

Take a bus or taxi from Taichung to Sun Moon Lake, approximately 1.5 to 2 hours.
TWD250, 2h

9:30am

Breakfast at a lakeside cafe

Enjoy fresh local coffee and breakfast sandwiches with scenic lake views.
TWD300, 1h

10:30am

Boat Tour of Sun Moon Lake

Take a guided boat tour to view the famous spots around the lake including the Lalu Island. Tours operate from 8:30am to 5:00pm.
TWD300, 1h

12:00pm

Visit Wenwu Temple

Explore this lakeside temple famous for its architecture and views of Sun Moon Lake.
Free, 1h

1:00pm

Lunch at Ita Thao Village

Taste indigenous Taiwanese cuisine and local street food at this cultural village near Sun Moon Lake.
TWD300, 1h

2:30pm

Cycling around the lake

Rent a bike and enjoy peaceful cycling on dedicated paths offering magnificent lake and mountain views.
TWD200, 2h

6:00pm

Dinner at hotel or nearby restaurant

Relax with a tranquil dinner featuring local fish dishes and seasonal vegetables.
TWD600, 1.5h
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Day 5: Historic Tainan

Tainan, Taiwan on June 15, 2025

7:00am

Travel to Tainan

Take a high-speed rail or train from Sun Moon Lake area to Tainan, travel time approximately 1.5-2 hours.
TWD700, 2h

9:30am

Breakfast at a local Tainan breakfast shop

Try traditional Tainan breakfast staples such as dan zai noodles and shrimp rolls.
TWD150, 1h

10:30am

Visit Chihkan Tower

Explore this historic 17th-century Dutch fortress known for its beautiful architecture and gardens, open from 8:30am to 5:30pm.
TWD50, 1h

12:00pm

Anping Old Street and Fort Zeelandia

Walk through lively Anping Old Street filled with local snacks and souvenirs, then visit Fort Zeelandia, an important historical Dutch fort.
Fort Zeelandia TWD50, 2h

2:30pm

Lunch at a seaside seafood restaurant in Anping

Enjoy fresh seafood dishes such as grilled squid and oyster omelets, specialties of the Tainan coast.
TWD400, 1h

4:00pm

Visit Confucius Temple

Discover Taiwan’s oldest Confucius temple noted for its classical architecture and tranquil courtyard.
TWD50, 1h

6:00pm

Dinner and Return

Dine at a local night market like Dadong Night Market before heading back to your accommodation or transit hub.
TWD200, 2h
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