Taiwan: A Week of Cultural Discovery and Nature
Taiwan: A Week of Cultural Discovery and Nature
Brian L
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7 Day trip to Taiwan
Locations: Taipei, Taroko Area, Tainan, Kaohsiung
If you want to enjoy:
- Night Market food
- Shopping
- Photography
-Variety of luxurious to affordable hotels
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Table of Contents:
1. Agenda
2. Hotel Recommendations
3. Restaurants Recommendation
4. My Other Guides
Agenda
Tour Guide Options

Taipei City
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Taipei is a beautiful place for you to explore on your own. If you want a tour guide that is private, check out the link below.
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Airport

Taipei Taoyuan Airport Terminal 1
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Day 1: Taipei City Exploration

Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall
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Do some sight seeing here, and Explore the National Concert Hall and National Theater nearby.
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Day 2: Cultural And Historical Sites

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Shung Ye Museum of Formosan Aborigines
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Day 3-4: Taroko National Park

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Taroko National Park
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Charge your cameras, and be prepared to enjoy the scenery and take a lot of beautiful scenic photos
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Shakadang Trail
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Day 5: Sun Moon Lake

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Wenwu Temple
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Ci'en Pagoda
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Check out the panoramic views by the Ci'en Pagoda,
Stroll around the lakeside and relax
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Day 6: Tainan

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Chikan Tower
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Koxinga's Shrine
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Anping Old Street
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Anping Tree House
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Anping Old Fort
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Day 7: Kaohsiung

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Fo Guang Shan Buddha Memorial Center 高雄佛陀紀念館主場館
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Hotel Recommendations
Taipei

Mandarin Oriental, Taipei
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At Mandarin Oriental Taipei you will find a communal sauna, a 24-hour front desk and a garden. Other facilities offered at the property include meeting facilities, a tour desk and luggage storage. The property offers free parking.
The hotel is a 5-minute drive from Songshan International Airport and a 40-minute drive from Taoyuan International Airport. Xinyi shopping and business district and Taipei 101 are a 10-minute drive away.
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Shangri-La Far Eastern, Taipei
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The luxurious Shangri-La Far Eastern,Taipei, features spectacular views of Taipei 101 and the city skyline. The offers a rooftop pool, a fitness centre and a spa. This exquisitely decorated hotel provides free parking on site and free WiFi access.
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Hualien

Silks Place Taroko
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Nestled in the heart of Taroko National Park, offering luxurious accommodations with stunning mountain views.
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LAKESHORE HOTEL Hualien Taroko Serenity Building
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Affordable 5-star hotel
Beautiful scenery and the rooms are spotless
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Kindness Hotel - Hualien County
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Rated 9.0 on booking.com and it is one of the more affordable 4-star hotels.
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Sun Moon Lake

Fleur de Chine Hotel Sun Moon Lake
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Fleur De Chine Hotel is a stylish and Muslim-friendly hotel located at the North Peninsula of Sun Moon Lake. It offers spacious accommodation with a spa, an outdoor pool
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Sun Moon Lake Hotel
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The luxurious Sun Moon Lake Hotel is a 4-star property in Yuchi Township, with beautiful views of the Sun Moon Lake. Offering free bicycle rentals and free Wi-Fi, it also has a fitness centre and 24-hour front desk. Moon Gallery Restaurant serves Asian dishes, while a daily buffet breakfast is also available.
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Tainan

Silks Place Tainan
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A luxurious hotel located in the historic district of Anping, offering modern comforts and historic charm.
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Evergreen Plaza Hotel (Tainan)
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The most affordable 5-star hotel, especially when you can get a discount on it
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Kaohsiung

Grand Hi-Lai Hotel
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A five-star hotel known for its luxurious accommodations, fine dining, and panoramic views of Kaohsiung Harbor.
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Kaohsiung Grand Hotel
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Offers modern comforts and a central location, making it convenient for exploring Kaohsiung.
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Midtown Richardson Bo’ai
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Affordable hotel
Situated in Sanmin District, 2 minutes’ walk from MRT Houyi Station and 1 metro stop ride from Kaohsiung Railway Station, Hotel Midtown Richardson - Kaohsiung Bo'ai offers accommodation in Kaohsiung. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Brian L
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I can plan your entire trip end to end, or teach you how to plan a successful trip based off your own needs.
Hi my name is Brian and I am a Canadian travel enthusiast with a passion for exploring new cultures and cuisines. I've been traveling for 15+ years, and I have been fortunate enough to make annual trips to Japan for vacation and have fallen in love with the country's rich history, breathtaking landscapes, and, of course, its delicious food.
I have been planning trips for friends & family for years, and I am happy to combine my experience and my organizational skills as a product manager to create the best travel guides for you.
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