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Global Traveller

14 Mar 2023 - 6 min read

Unforgettable 5D4N Travel Itinerary in Taiwan

When is the Best Time to Visit Taiwan?

Taiwan is best if you plan your visit any time between February to April and October to December. Those two periods are very common for vacationers to visit this incredible country. If you are looking to visit during non-peak seasons, you can either visit in August or September or anytime from November to January. The period you should be avoiding is from May to November due to the cyclone season during that period.

How to Get to Taiwan?

The main airport in Taiwan is Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport, and flying from Malaysia to Taiwan will take around four to six hours of travel time. Various airlines provide direct flights to Taiwan, such as Batik Air, Malaysia Airlines, Air Asia X, Starlux, China Airlines and EVA Air. The average price for a one-way route is around MYR 500 per pax; however, the price can drop to as low as MYR 400 during promotional seasons.

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Day #1: Enjoy the Flight and Start Slow

The first day is usually the most tiring because of all the travel you have to go through. After four to six hours of flying time, the best activity you should do is unwind so that you can recharge for the next four days you will spend in Taiwan.

Trust us; you will need to get charged up to be able to explore the depth of Taiwan and embrace the wonderful experience it delivers.

Day #2: Get an Early Start with Taiwan’s Highlights

Today is the day for exploration! Taiwan is home to a lot of historical and beautiful places where you will put your adrenaline in hyper-drive. Below are some recommended places - popular places in Taiwan that no one should miss:

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1. Taipei Observatory Deck

About: This observation tower stands tall at 509 meters high and gives you a breathtaking 360 view of the world around you. The observatory deck is on the 87th and 91st floors, fitted with an individual telescope to explore the rest of Taiwan.
Average price: MYR 90+ per person.
Location: No. 7, Section 5, Xinyi Road, Xinyi District, Taipei City, Taiwan 110. Exit 4 of Taipei 101–World Trade Center Metro station, Taipei's MRT.
Things to know: For those that purchase Taipei Fun Pass, they can obtain their tickets via the ticketing hall of Taipei 101 on the 5/F, Taipei 101 (Taipei Financial Center).

2. Taipei City Tour

About: The Taipei City Tour covers different and yet important sites of Taiwan’s capital; this includes the Presidential Office, Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall, Martyrs’ Shrine, National Palace Museum and Grand Hotel Taipei.
Average price: MYR 200+ per person.
Location: The meeting point for the tour is at MRT Zhongxiao Xinsheng Station (BL14 /O07) at Exit 2.
Things to know: The tour itself will take around four hours to visit each site, and some sites are just for passing by or suitable for photo stops. The live tour guide is available in English, Chinese and Japanese languages.

Day #3: Food Hunting in Commence

Taiwan is known to be a country with some of the best food in Southeast Asia. Its authenticity to the local tongue can bring out the gastronomical experience of the beholder.

The reason this is a dedicated one-day experience to food-hopping is to avoid any sensitive stomach issues that could be prolonged until your flight date. Nothing is worse than having a bad tummy or food poisoning on the day of an average of five hours of flight time. At least, on Day #3, there is still time to do some damage control.

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1. Din Tai Fung

About: This classic restaurant has been in business since 1958, and it remains loyal to its detailed ingredients. The presentation is simple, but the preparation will melt the taste right in your mouth.
Average price: MYR 50+ per person.
Location: No. 194, Section 2, Xinyi Road, Da'an District, Taipei, 106.

2. Impromptu by Paul Lee

About: The popular Chef Paul Lee demonstrates his magic in this classic French and American cuisine for those looking to experience exquisite food in a sophisticated and panoramic scene.
Average price: MYR 400+ for the tasting menu.
Location: 3 Lane 39, Section 2, Zhongshan North Road, Zhongshan District, Taipei, Taipei & Taichung, Taiwan 10491

3. Mume

About: Experience the Taiwan-Nordic fusion taste created by the famous food maestro, Richie Line. Each food is prepared with a magnificent presentation and uses authentic Taiwanese ingredients. It is called “Plum Blossom” because of its closeness to the local taste in a fusion setting.
Average price: MYR 300+ for the tasting menu.
Location: No. 28 Siwei Road, Da'an District, Taipei, 106.

Day #4: See Through the Eyes of the Locals

It is one day before saying goodbye to the wonderful country of Taiwan, and it will not be complete without sharing your experiences with the locals. There is a saying that the best way to experience a country is to talk with the locals. We recommend some private tours with the locals you can take advantage of before you bid your farewell to this beautiful nation.

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1. Dalongdong Baoan Temple & Maji Market Tour

About: You get to enjoy 3.5 hours of a tour with a local expert to explore the Dalongdong Baoan Temple & Maji Market Tour. Apart from the tour, you will also get to eat at the local eateries in the area.
Average price: MYR 700+ per person.
Location: The meeting point with your local guide is in front of Chaing Kai-shek Memorial Hall and the entrance to the gardens from Zhongshan South Road.

2. Keelung Cultural Tour

About: Keelung City has a rich history with wonderful locals you can talk with. The people of the cities are so accommodating to tourists, and it has been known they enjoy sharing part of their culture and history of the city with them. This is a marvelous opportunity to learn about the ways of the locals while you are here in Taiwan.
Average price: MYR 200+ per person.
Location: The meeting point for the tour is at YM Oceanic Culture and Art Museum, Ren’ai District, Keelung City, Taiwan 200.

Day #5: Take it Easy and See You Again

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After a long day, the day has finally come to an end the journey…for now. The best way to close your adventure in Taiwan is to always take in the scenery around Taipei City and its neighbouring region. Grab a ride around the city to embed the memories you have created, and not to mention to create new ones for the next trip to Taiwan again. There is still so much to explore!

If you need help arranging your trip to Taiwan, feel free to drop by Traveloka to make the necessary bookings because Traveloka is a one-stop platform for all your travelling needs. You can plan and book your flight, hotels and attractions easily from the app or browser. Have a fun trip ahead!

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