14 Days Taiwan Itinerary

14 Days Taiwan Travel Itinerary, Plan 2 Weeks Trip in Taiwan

Grace Wang
2105 Words/9 Minutes, By Grace Wang, Updated July 08, 2024

How should you plan a 14-day itinerary in Taiwan? Fourteen days are enough to explore Taiwan in depth. If you're unsure how to arrange your trip, refer to one of our four recommended itineraries: one for families with children, one for seniors, one for adventurous young people, and one for romantic travelers.

If none of these suit your needs, we can customize a 2 weeks Taiwan itinerary tailored to your specific preferences.

14 Days Taiwan Itinerary for Family with Kids

14 Days Taiwan ItineraryJiufen Old Street

Day 1: Taipei Arrival, Arrive in Taipei and check into your hotel. Trip to Taipei 101 and enjoy the views from the observation deck. Explore the Raohe Night Market and try local street food.

Day 2: Taipei, Visit Taipei Zoo and ride the Maokong Gondola, National Palace Museum, Relax at Daan Forest Park and have dinner at a nearby family-friendly restaurant.

Day 3: Taipei, Jiufen and Shifen, Jiufen, explore the old streets, and visit a teahouse. Shifen Waterfall and release sky lanterns.

Day 4: Taipei to Taichung, Take a high-speed train to Taichung or private transfer, National Museum of Natural Science, Fengjia Night Market.

Day 5: Taichung, Rainbow Village, Gaomei Wetlands.

Day 6: Taichung to Nantou, Sun Moon Lake, Wenwu Temple

Day 7: Sun Moon Lake to Alishan, Alishan National Scenic Area, Alishan and take the Alishan Forest Railway.

Day 8: Alishan, sunrise at Alishan if weather permits, Giant Trees Trail.

Day 9: Alishan to Tainan, Anping Fort and Anping Tree House, Tainan's night markets.

Day 10: Tainan, Chihkan Tower, Tainan Confucian Temple, dinner at a family-friendly restaurant.

Day 11: Tainan to Kaohsiung, Dragon and Tiger Pagodas, Liuhe Night Market.

Day 12: Kaohsiung, Pier-2 Art Center, Cijin Island, including the beach and Cijin Old Street.

Day 13: Kaohsiung to Kenting, Kenting National Park and relax on the beach, Kenting Street Night Market.

Day 14: Kenting to Taipei and Departure, Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall

14 Days Taiwan Itinerary for Seniors with Slow Pace

14 Days Taiwan ItineraryNational Palace Museum

Day 1: Arrival in Taipei, hotel check in, National Palace Museum, Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall and its beautiful gardens. Dine at a nearby traditional Taiwanese restaurant.

Day 2: Taipei, Longshan Temple, Bopiliao Historical Block and enjoy lunch at a local eatery. Shilin Night Market, sampling local snacks and browsing stalls.

Day 3: Jiufen and Shifen, Jiufen, a charming mountain town with tea houses and narrow streets. Shifen Waterfall and release a sky lantern on the old railway track.

Day 4: Taipei, Taipei 101, lunch at the Taipei 101 Mall and then relax at Daan Forest Park.

Day 5: Tamsui, a coastal town with rich history. Fort San Domingo and stroll along the Tamsui Old Street. Enjoy a sunset dinner at a riverside restaurant.

Day 6: Taipei to Taichung by train or private transfer, National Museum of Natural Science, Fengjia Night Market for dinner and shopping.

Day 7: Taichung to Tainan, Sun Moon Lake and Rainbow Village

Day 8: Sun Moon Lake, take a boat ride on Sun Moon Lake, Wenwu Temple, Xiangshan Visitor Center and take a gentle walk around the lake.

Day 9: Sun Moon Lake to Alishan by private transfer, Alishan National Scenic Area, Alishan Forest Recreation Area and enjoy the scenic views.

Day 10: Alishan, Alishan sunrise and take the Alishan Forest Railway, hike the Giant Trees Trail and enjoy the serene forest environment, enjoy a quiet evening and dinner in Alishan.

Day 11: Alishan to Tainan, Chihkan Tower and Koxinga Shrine, Tainan's night market for dinner.

Day 12: Tainan, Anping Old Fort, Anping Tree House, Shennong Street and have lunch at a local restaurant.

Day 13: Tainan to Kaohsiung by train or private transfer, Fo Guang Shan Buddha Museum, Liuhe Night Market for dinner.

Day 14: Kaohsiung and Departure, Lotus Pond and Dragon and Tiger Pagodas, Central Park.

14 Days Taiwan Adventure Itinerary for Young Travelers

14 Days Taiwan ItineraryHiking Tour

Day 1: Taipei Arrival, check into your hotel, Taipei 101 for panoramic views of the city, Shilin Night Market for local street food and shopping.

Day 2: Taipei, Hike Elephant Mountain for another perspective of Taipei's skyline, visit the National Palace Museum. Experience the nightlife in Ximending.

Day 3: New Taipei, Jiufen, explore the old streets and teahouses. Shifen Waterfall and release a sky lantern on the railway tracks.

Day 4: Taipei to Taichung by train or private transfer, Rainbow Village and the National Taichung Theater, explore the Fengjia Night Market.

Day 5: Taichung to Nantou, Sun Moon Lake, rent a bike and cycle around the lake. Relax by the lake and enjoy a local dinner.

Day 6: Nantou to Alishan, Alishan Forest Recreation Area. Stay overnight to experience the sunrise.

Day 7: Alishan, Alishan Sunrise and Hike, Watch the famous Alishan sunrise in the morning, Hike the Alishan trails and explore the area in the afternoon.

Day 8: Alishan to Tainan, Chihkan Tower and Koxinga Shrine, Anping Old Fort and Tree House. Sample local cuisine at the Tainan Night Market.

Day 9: Tainan to Kaohsiung, Dragon and Tiger Pagodas and Lotus Pond, Liuhe Night Market.

Day 10: Kaohsiung to Kenting, Kenting National Park and beach activities and water sports, Kenting’s night markets and nightlife.

Day 11: Kenting, Eluanbi Lighthouse and southernmost point of Taiwan in the morning, snorkeling or diving in the clear waters in the afternoon.

Day 12: Kenting to Taitung, Taitung Forest Park, Tiehua Music Village for live performances.

Day 13: East Coast Scenic Area, Drive along the East Coast Scenic Area, stopping at Xiaoyeliu and Sanxiantai, visit the Tropic of Cancer Monument and Water Running Upward. Stay overnight in Hualien.

Day 14: Hualien to Taipei, Taroko National Park, hike the Shakadang Trail and visit Swallow Grotto, explore the park and enjoy the stunning marble canyons.

14 Days Taiwan Romantic Itinerary for Couples

14 Days Taiwan ItineraryTaipei 101 Building

Day 1: Taipei Arrival, check into your hotel, Ximending area and enjoy some local street food.  Have a romantic dinner at a rooftop restaurant with views of Taipei 101.

Day 2: Taipei, National Palace Museum, Stroll through the beautiful gardens of the Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall. Take a sunset gondola ride at Maokong and enjoy a tea tasting session.

Day 3: Jiufen and Shifen, explore the quaint streets, and enjoy tea at a traditional tea house. Shifen Waterfall and release a sky lantern together in Shifen.

Day 4: Taipei to Nantou, Sun Moon Lake, check into a lakeside resort and take a boat ride on the lake. Enjoy a romantic dinner with a view of the lake.

Day 5: Sun Moon Lake, rent bikes and cycle around the lake. Visit Wenwu Temple and the Ci En Pagoda. Relax with a couple's spa treatment at the resort.

Day 6: Sun Moon Lake to Alishan, Check into a mountain lodge and explore the Alishan Forest Recreation Area. Enjoy a cozy dinner at the lodge.

Day 7: Alishan, Experience the famous Alishan sunrise and take the Alishan Forest Railway. Hike the Giant Trees Trail and enjoy the mountain scenery. Relax and unwind at the lodge.

Day 8: Alishan to Tainan, visit Anping Old Fort and the Anping Tree House. Explore the night markets and try local delicacies.

Day 9: Tainan, visit Chihkan Tower and Koxinga Shrine. Explore the Confucius Temple and surrounding cultural sites. Enjoy a romantic dinner at a historic restaurant.

Day 10: Tainan to Kaohsiung, visit the Lotus Pond and its various temples. Take a romantic Love River cruise.

Day 11: Kaohsiung, Explore the Fo Guang Shan Buddha Museum. Visit the Pier-2 Art Center. Enjoy a sunset at Cijin Island and a seafood dinner.

Day 12: Kaohsiung to Kenting, Check into a beachfront resort and relax on the beach. Enjoy a romantic dinner by the sea.

Day 13: Kenting, visit Kenting National Park and explore its natural beauty. Go snorkeling or take a glass-bottom boat tour. Watch the sunset at Eluanbi Lighthouse and have a farewell dinner.

Day 14: Kenting to Taipei and Departure

14 Days Taiwan Culture Immersions Itinerary

14 Days Taiwan ItineraryTea Picking, Alishan

Day 1: Arrival in Taipei, check into your hotel, visit the National Palace Museum to view its extensive collection of Chinese artifacts. Stroll through the bustling Shilin Night Market and enjoy local street food.

Day 2: Taipei, visit Longshan Temple and explore the nearby Bopiliao Historical Block. take a trip to Taipei 101 and enjoy the views from the observation deck. Relax at Daan Forest Park or explore the lively Ximending district.

Day 3: Jiufen and Shifen, Jiufen, a charming mountain town with tea houses and narrow streets. Shifen Waterfall and release a sky lantern on the old railway track.

Day 4: New Taipei City, explore the Yehliu Geopark, known for its unique rock formations. visit the historic town of Tamsui, walk along the old street, and enjoy the riverside views. Return to Taipei and have dinner in Tamsui or Taipei.

Day 5: Taipei to Nantou, Sun Moon Lake, enjoy a boat ride on the lake and visit Wenwu Temple. Relax by the lake and enjoy the serene surroundings.

Day 6: Indigenous Culture, visit the Formosan Aboriginal Culture Village to learn about Taiwan's indigenous cultures. Explore the village and enjoy traditional performances. Return to your accommodation by Sun Moon Lake.

Day 7: Alishan, Alishan National Scenic Area. Explore the Alishan Forest Recreation Area and hike the Giant Trees Trail. Stay overnight in Alishan.

Day 8: Alishan, experience the famous Alishan sunrise, take the Alishan Forest Railway. Travel back to Tainan and check into your hotel. Explore Tainan's night markets.

Day 9: Tainan Historical Tour, visit Anping Fort and Anping Tree House, explore Chihkan Tower and Confucius Temple. Enjoy local Tainan cuisine.

Day 10: Tainan to Kaohsiung, visit the Fo Guang Shan Buddha Museum, Explore the Liuhe Night Market.

Day 11: Kaohsiung to Kenting, Kenting National Park, explore the park's beaches and scenic spots like Eluanbi Lighthouse. Stay overnight in Kenting.

Day 12: Kenting and Pingtung, enjoy water activities or relax on the beach. Trip to Pingtung and visit the Donggang Fish Market. Return to Kaohsiung.

Day 13: Kaohsiung to Taichung, visit the Rainbow Village and the National Taiwan Museum of Fine Arts. Explore the Fengjia Night Market.

Day 14: Kaohsiung to Taipei and Departure, visit the Gaomei Wetlands for a scenic walk.

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