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Taiwan, China West Line 6 Days · Taipei and Sun Moon Lake
6 days / 5 nights · Taipei / Sun Moon Lake

Taiwan, China West Line 6 Days · Taipei and Sun Moon Lake

Taipei / Sun Moon Lake · 6 Days · Relaxed

Reference Price

$730Rise / Person

  • Purely for fun, no shopping
  • The itinerary can be slightly adjusted
  • Includes ticket reservation service
Number of people in a group2–8 people
IntensityRelaxed
Best seasonMar–May / Sep–Nov
Traffichigh-speed rail + chartered car
AccommodationTaipei 3 nights + Sun Moon Lake 2 nights
Departure MonthMarch–May / September–November

Prices vary between peak and off-peak seasons; the following order confirmation shall prevail · Tickets for highlands and peak seasons need to be booked in advance

Itinerary Details

All routes are for reference only, the actual route is subject to the explanation of customer service

Three days for the National Palace Museum in Taipei and the night markets, one day for Jiufen and Shifen, then two days around the Sun Moon Lake further south—this is Taiwan’s most reliable west route.

Day-by-day itinerary6 days in total · daily destination, meals, accommodation and transport

Expand day by day; click a title to collapse. Itinerary for reference and may be adjusted for weather and traffic.

  1. D1Arrive in Taipei · National Palace Museum

    DestinationEverywhere → Taipei

    Meals
    Meals are self-managed
    Accommodation
    Taipei Hotel
    Transport
    Airport/Station Pickup and Drop-off
    Distance
    Within the city
    Daily detailArrive in Taipei from various locations, with a dedicated airport or station pick-up to hotel. Free time in the afternoon.
    National Palace Museum
  2. DestinationTaipei City

    Meals
    Breakfast: Hotel · Lunch: Local (included) · Dinner: Self-arranged
    Accommodation
    Taipei Hotel
    Transport
    City bus Walking
    Distance
    Walking about 4-6 km within the city
    Daily detailXimending
    Shilin Night Market
  3. DestinationTaipei City

    Meals
    Breakfast: Hotel · Lunch: Local (included) · Dinner: Self-arranged
    Accommodation
    Taipei Hotel
    Transport
    City bus Walking
    Distance
    Walking about 4-6 km within the city
    Daily detailNine parts
    and ten parts
  4. DestinationTaipei → Sun Moon Lake

    Meals
    Breakfast: Hotel · Lunch: Local (included) · Dinner: Self-arranged
    Accommodation
    Taipei Hotel
    Transport
    High-speed rail / tour bus→ Sun Moon Lake
    Distance
    Intercity Transfer
    Daily detailIn
    the evening, take the high-speed rail or tour bus from Yangmingshan to Sun Moon Lake, and stay overnight there.
  5. DestinationSun Moon Lake urban area

    Meals
    Breakfast: Hotel · Lunch: Local (included) · Dinner: Self-arranged
    Accommodation
    Sun Moon Lake Hotel
    Transport
    City bus Walking
    Distance
    Walking about 4-6 km within the city
    Daily detailSun Moon Lake
    Huanhuan Xuanguang Temple
  6. DestinationSun Moon Lake → Airport drop-off / stop-hop drop-off

    Meals
    Breakfast: Hotel · Lunch: Local (included) · Dinner: Self-arranged
    Accommodation
    Not included
    Transport
    Private vehicle for transfer to airport/station
    Distance
    Walking about 4-6 km within the city
    Daily detailAt the Formosan Aboriginal Culture Village
    Xiangshan Visitor Center,
    shuttle vehicles will be sent to and from the airport or station according to flight or train schedule, marking the end of the trip.
Key facts
Departure pointGather in Taipei, disperse at Sun Moon Lake
Number of people in a group2–8 person small group
Recommended monthMar–May / Sep–Nov
AccommodationTaipei 3 nights + Sun Moon Lake 2 nights
TrafficHigh-speed rail Chartered car
IntensityRelaxed
ProvinceTaiwan, China

Route Overview

The entire trip is 6 days, advancing along the "Taipei / Sun Moon Lake" route. The pace is organized as "one city, one segment," primarily using high-speed rail for intercity travel, with sections exceeding 5 hours replaced by flights.

Cities and Highlights on This Route

  • Taipei: National Palace Museum · Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall · Ximending · Shilin Night Market · Jiufen
  • Sun Moon Lake: Sun Moon Lake lake tour · Xuanguang Temple · Formosan Aboriginal Culture Village · Xiangshan Visitor Center

Province

This route belongs to Taiwan, China. Other routes with different durations in the same province are available for comparison; you can also customize according to your own pace.

Costs include

  • Hotels listed in the itinerary (double occupancy, including breakfast)
  • First entrance tickets and shuttle between attractions listed in the itinerary
  • Intercity high-speed train / second-class seat on bullet train or tour bus
  • Full Chinese-speaking tour guide and driver service
  • One bottle of mineral water per person per day, travel accident insurance

Cost not included

  • International/domestic major transportation to and from the departure city
  • Meals not listed in the itinerary (approximately 80–150 yuan per person per day)
  • Single room supplement, personal expenses, and optional items
  • Driver and guide tips (voluntary, recommended 30–50 yuan per person per day)

Booking Reminder

Popular scenic spots (the Forbidden City, Mogao Caves, Jiuzhaigou, Zhangjiajie, etc.) have real-name visit limits, so it is recommended to make a reservation 15–30 days in advance. High-speed train tickets go on sale 15 days before departure; they sell out on the first day during peak season, so be sure to set a reminder. For high-altitude routes (Tibet, Qinghai, Western Sichuan), a health certificate is required, and it is recommended to take Rhodiola 7 days in advance. Seniors over 60 and children under 1.2 meters should be noted when booking, as ticket prices and bed arrangements are handled separately. All itineraries can be adjusted by month, duration, and travel companions; for details, see 'Customized Itinerary'.