9 days in Taiwan Itinerary

Situated in a basin between two mountain ranges, Taipei appeals to tourists with its blend of Asian cultures, living side by side amidst Japanese-era mansions and Taoist temples.

When in Taipei, make a side trip to see Chiufen (Jiufen Old Street) in Ruifang, approximately Ruifang away. There's much more to do: pause for some photo ops at Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Lungshan Temple, look for gifts at Jingshishuxuan, and take a tour by water with MyTaiwanTour Travel Services.

To see where to stay, reviews, ratings, and more tourist information, you can read our Taipei trip planner.

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam to Taipei is an approximately 6.5-hour flight. You can also do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of train, bus, and ferry. You'll lose 1 hour traveling from Ho Chi Minh City to Taipei due to the time zone difference. In November, Taipei is slightly colder than Ho Chi Minh City - with highs of 29°C and lows of 22°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Mon) to allow enough time to take a train to Taichung.

Known for its good weather, Taichung boasts an interesting set of cultural attractions, including many temples showing the development of religious architectural styles in the area and forming focal points for most tours of Taichung.

Start off your visit on the 7th (Tue): get curious at National Museum of Natural Science, then identify plant and animal life at Gaomei Wetland, then make a trip to Niumatou Yizhi Wenhua Yuanqu, and finally make a trip to Tunghai University. Keep things going the next day: admire the masterpieces at National Taiwan Museum of Fine Arts, wander the streets of Rainbow Village Taichung, then examine the collection at 921 Earthquake Museum of Taiwan, and finally pause for some serene contemplation at Taichung Baptist Church.

To see ratings, maps, more things to do, and tourist information, you can read our Taichung trip itinerary website.

You can take a train from Taipei to Taichung in 1.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. In November, daytime highs in Taichung are 30°C, while nighttime lows are 20°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Wed) early enough to take a train to Kaohsiung.

A small trading town in the 17th century, Kaohsiung now stands as a sprawling metropolis, its harbor representing the largest on the island.

Get out of town with these interesting Kaohsiung side-trips: Beauty Cave (in Liuqiu), Chimei Museum (in Rende) and West Central District (Chihkan Tower (Fort Provintia) & Hayashi Department Store). Next up on the itinerary: see some colorful creatures with Liuqiu Dive, make a trip to Dragon Tiger Tower, admire the landmark architecture of Guomao Community, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Guandi Temple.

Before you visit Kaohsiung, use our trip planner to discover what you can do and see there.

Traveling by train from Taichung to Kaohsiung takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Taichung in November, expect somewhat warmer with lows of 25°C in Kaohsiung. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Sun) so you can fly back home.