12 days in Taiwan Itinerary

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Taipei
— 1 night
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Alishan
— 1 night
Drive
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Yuchi
— 2 nights
Drive
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Hualien City
— 1 night
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Yilan City
— 2 nights
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Taipei
— 4 nights
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Taipei — 1 night

City of Azaleas

To see more things to do, traveler tips, where to stay, and more tourist information, use the Taipei trip itinerary builder.

Singapore, Singapore to Taipei is an approximately 8-hour flight. You can also do a combination of car and ferry. Plan for slightly colder temperatures traveling from Singapore in November, with highs in Taipei at 29°C and lows at 22°C. On the 27th (Sun), you're off to Alishan.
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Alishan — 1 night

Kick off your visit on the 27th (Sun): take in the pleasant sights at Fenqi Hu Old Street.

For other places to visit, traveler tips, ratings, and more tourist information, read Alishan holiday planning site.

You can do a combination of train and taxi from Taipei to Alishan in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train, bus, and taxi. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Mon) early enough to drive to Yuchi.
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Yuchi — 2 nights

On the 29th (Tue), contemplate the waterfront views at Sun Moon Lake, browse the different shops at Ita Thao Shopping District, and then see the top attractions with Sun Moon Lake Ropeway.

For where to stay, reviews, ratings, and other tourist information, read our Yuchi trip maker app.

You can drive from Alishan to Yuchi in 3.5 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or do a combination of taxi and bus. Expect a daytime high around 30°C in November, and nighttime lows around 20°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 30th (Wed) early enough to go by car to Hualien City.
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Hualien City — 1 night

Huashi

Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: hike along Yanzihkou Trail (Swallow Grotto) and then trek along Taroko Gorge.

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Traveling by car from Yuchi to Hualien City takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and train. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 1st (Thu) so you can catch the train to Yilan City.
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Yilan City — 2 nights

On the 2nd (Fri), examine the collection at Agrioz, sample the fine beverages at King Car Kavalan Distillery, then browse the different shops at Luna Plaza, and finally make a trip to Jimi Square - Yilan Station. Keep things going the next day: witness a stunning natural landmark at Jiaosi Hot Spring, examine the collection at Lanyang Museum, then relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, and finally stroll around Happy Station.

To see where to stay, other places to visit, more things to do, and more tourist information, read our Yilan City trip itinerary maker site.

You can take a train from Hualien City to Yilan City in 2.5 hours. Other options are to take a train; or drive. Expect a daytime high around 23°C in December, and nighttime lows around 18°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Sat) to allow time to drive to Taipei.
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Taipei — 4 nights

City of Azaleas

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Taipei: National Museum of Marine Science & Technology (in Zhongzheng District), YehLiu Geopark (in Wanli) and Pingxi (Shifen Waterfall Walk Area, Pingxi Station, &more). See even more of Taipei: buy something for everyone on your list at Taipei 101, pause for some serene contemplation at Holy Family Church Taipei, get a sense of history and politics at Presidential Office Building, and stop by Yongkang Street.

To find more things to do, other places to visit, reviews, and more tourist information, read our Taipei road trip planning website.

Traveling by car from Yilan City to Taipei takes an hour. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus; or take a train. You'll have a few hours on the 7th (Wed) to wrap things up before traveling home.
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Taiwan travel guide

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Heart of Asia
A sliver of land just off China's east coastline, Taiwan represents one of the world's most densely populated countries--and one of Asia's most powerful economies. History buffs on a tour of Taiwan will discover ancient artifacts stored at outstanding national museums narrating nearly 10,000 years of Asia's history. Those interested in more active pursuits can organize a Taiwan itinerary around its modern mountain resorts, well-developed beaches, and protected forests sheltering hundreds of species of native plant and animal life. Begin your visit in Taipei, a vibrant capital city with a thriving entertainment scene, relatively inexpensive accommodations, and an eclectic culinary scene.
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