Taiwan itinerary 6 days 5 nights. How to spend 6 days in Taiwan with new destinations

May 25, 2024

There’s nothing more enjoyable than enjoying a 6-day, 5-night trip to Taiwan – the ideal time to see Taiwan’s multi-dimensional beauty. Let’s check out our suggested Taiwan itinerary 6 days itinerary on what to do in Taiwan for 6 days and how to spend 6 days in Taiwan perfectly with new destinations as below!

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Taiwan is a peaceful island with many unique cultures, attracting young people who are passionate about traveling with trips to regain their “youth”. Explore Taiwan with us for a 6-day, 5-night trip – explore all the way to Taipei and Taichung!

Taiwan is famous for young people of the 90s because of its picturesque scenes and once “hot” Taiwanese idol films. Recently, Taiwan has given more priority in granting visas to Vietnamese tourists and visitors from other Southeast Asian countries, so it “invites” more itchy feet travelers. And surprisingly, a trip to Taiwan only costs the same as a trip to Thailand. Don’t hesitate any longer to explore the 6 days 5 nights in Taiwan travel itinerary with Living Nomads!

Rainbow village, Taichung | 6 days in Taiwan

Some useful travel tips for a Taiwan 6 Days 5 Nights Self-sufficient trip (# 6 days in Taiwan)

Like other trips, you also need to prepare a few things to make the whole journey smoother and more cost-effective. Below are a few frequently asked questions when traveling to Taiwan as well as useful tips and experiences compiled by Living Nomads.

1. Is it difficult to get a Taiwan Tourist Visa?

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Currently, Taiwan has allowed people who have BEEN to enter Japan, Korea, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, the US and Schengen, just need to visit the Embassy’s website and complete the procedure. If you are not familiar with the latest Taiwan Visa application procedures, please refer to the article below or other posts on the internet.

2. Buy Air Tickets and Book Hotels in Taiwan (# 6 days in Taiwan)

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From Vietnam to Taiwan there are direct flights, it only takes about 3-4 hours for you to arrive at Taoyuan airport in Taipei. Round trip tickets are only about 3-4 million VND ($117.76 – $157.01) if you can hunt for cheap tickets.

Hotel prices in Taiwan are not too expensive like in Singapore, Korea or Japan. Note that you only need to choose a hotel near a subway or bus station for easy travel. Check out cheap hotels at Klook, Agoda or Booking to get good deals.

3. Prepare Sim4G and WiFi pocket device

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These are essential items during your trip to Taiwan. You should choose to buy a 4G Sim or rent a WiFi transmitter right at the airport to make it easier to find your way and getting around. Order now here to receive the most preferential price.

4. Means of Transportation in Taiwan (# taiwan itinerary 6 days 5 nights)

Transportation in Taiwan by HSR high speed train2 — THSR trains | 6 days in Taiwan

Traveling within Taipei and Taichung city you will need the powerful EasyCard. The card can be used to pay when traveling on subways, bicycle services, payment at convenience stores, etc.

To travel from Taipei to Taichung, you just need to buy a THSR train ticket – Taiwan’s intercity high-speed train – it only takes about 45 minutes to 1 hour!

Detailed Taiwan Travel Itinerary 6 Days 5 Nights

Day 1: Taichung – National Museum of Natural Science – Carton King Creative Park

After landing at Taoyuan Airport in Taipei, take the nearest THSR train to peaceful Taichung.

National Museum of Natural Sciences

The National Museum of Natural Science welcomes the number of visitors every year, second only to the National Palace Museum in Taipei, enough to see the appeal of this location. Built in 1986, the Museum has now expanded to its current size with many integrated spaces within the museum such as the Science Center, Space Theater, Life Science Hall, Botanical Garden, etc.

Carton King Creative Park

Giant paper products are a feature of this park. You can admire world-famous architectural works made with paper models such as London’s Big Ben Tower, windmills in the Netherlands, Dubai’s Burj Al Arab and Italy’s Leaning Tower of Pisa, etc.

Day 2: Gaomei Wetland – National Theater – Fantasy Story Green Ray – Fengjia Night Market

Gaomei Wetland

Gaomei Wetland, is one of the famous landscapes in Taichung. Because of the geographical conditions of this special swamp, it attracts many animals, especially large flocks of migratory birds. Come at sunset to see the beauty of this land.

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National Taichung Theater

National Taichung Theater is also a destination that attracts many tourists. Seen from a distance, the theater’s architecture is extremely unique, just like giant hourglasses. Around the campus is a large fountain, creating a cool and airy space. Stepping inside, you are even more surprised by the space winding like endless whirlpools.

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Fantasy Story Green Ray

Fantasy Story Green Ray is a small ancient village that has been revived and renovated with green areas, making them more lively and beautiful. There are also many local shops selling souvenirs, art galleries and restaurants. You can walk around, admiring the harmony of ancient and modern beauty.

Fengjia Night Market (# taiwan itinerary 6d5n)

Fengjia Night Market is the most famous and busiest night market in Taichung, open until 2 am. This is a golden opportunity for you to try all the delicious dishes and specialties of the local people. There are not only food stalls but also clothing, cosmetics, and shoes. Fengjia Night Market is also famous as a student market so the prices are extremely reasonable.

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To visit these locations quickly and without wasting travel time, you can choose a 1-day tour to explore Taichung here.

Day 3: Formosan Aboriginal Cultural Village – Sun Moon Lake (# taiwan itinerary 6 days 5 nights)

Formosan Aboriginal Cultural Village

Formosan Aboriginal Culture Village | what to do in taiwan for 6 days

From Taichung, you can travel to two places at the same time: Formosan aboriginal cultural village and Sun Moon Lake during the day. At the cultural village, you can experience three main areas: Aboriginal Village Park, Leisure Island and European Garden. Coming to the aboriginal village park, you will admire clothes, textiles, musical instruments, etc. In addition, you can also walk by the Cherry Blossom Lake and visit the Stone Carved Forest.

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Sun Moon Lake

Sun Moon Lake is considered one of the largest lakes in Taiwan. There are countless activities here for you to enjoy such as cycling around the lake, visiting temples, taking the cable car or boating on the lake to enjoy the peaceful beauty.

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We advise you on a day tour to visit the Formosa aboriginal cultural village and Sun Moon Lake for easier travel. The tour ends in the evening and drops off at THSR Taichung station, so you move back to Taipei in the same day.

Day 4: Taipei – National Palace Museum – Maokong Cable Car – Taipei Zoo

Say goodbye to peaceful and gentle Taichung, come to the dynamic and bustling city of Taipei.

National Palace Museum

A must-visit place when traveling to Taiwan – the National Palace Museum. Possessing majestic architecture and antiques, the museum is a place to preserve Chinese culture throughout 5,000 years of history.

National Palace Museum Northern Branch Ticket in Taipei

Taipei Zoo

If you love animals, especially if you want to see cute pandas with your own eyes, we suggest you visit Taipei Zoo for about half a day. The zoo includes 7 separate zones with different themes such as Insectarium, Koala House, Penguin House, Chinese Panda’s living zone and 8 other outdoor animal zones.

Taipei Zoo Ticket

Maokong Cable Car

The Maokong Cable Car will give you a bird’s eye view and enjoy all the fresh air of Maokong Mountain. This used to be the city’s largest tea production area. At Klook, there is a combo of Maokong cable car and Taipei zoo to help you save money.

Day 5: Yehliu Geopark – Shifen – Jiufen

The day 5 itinerary to explore Taiwan, we will take you to Shifen – Jiufen

Yehliu Geopark

Yehliu Geopark is located near the northern tip of Taiwan, adjacent to the Pacific Ocean. Yehliu Geopark is famous for its rocks with special shapes, sometimes a bit strange created by natural factors.

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Yehliu Geopark Ticket in New Taipei

Jiufen Village

Jiufen village was most developed during the Japanese occupation of the island of Taiwan, so the houses and architecture here are more Japanese than Chinese. And the special thing that makes tourists love Jiufen so much is because this place was the inspiration for artist Miyazaki Hayao to create the setting of the animated film Spirited Away. If you have time, you should also visit Houtong cat village – the “reign” of the “kings” in Jiufen village.

Shifen

Shifen is famous for its Pingxi sky lantern festival, which attracts many visitors to write their wishes and release them into the sky. Sky lanterns are made of oiled rice paper on bamboo frames with many colors. Each color will represent an aspect such as health, wealth, work, peace, etc. After writing prayers on the lantern yourself, you can light the candles to release the lantern into the sky.

Yehliu, Jiufen & Pingxi Day Tour from Taipei

Check out the day tour to visit 3 locations: Yehliu Park – Jiufen – Shifen with an English tour guide!

Day 6: Yangmingshan National Park – Taipei 101 Observatory

Spend your last full day in Taiwan exploring the suburbs of Beitou and Yangmingshan National Park

Yangmingshan National Park

Yangmingshan National Park is located in Taipei’s largest volcanic belt and hot springs, with a cool climate all year round. This place also has extremely rich vegetation such as silver fields and vast seasonal flower fields. In addition, you can also soak in the hot springs here.

Taipei: Beitou and Yangmingshan One-Day Tour

Taipei 101 Observatory

Taipei 101 at night is shimmering and fanciful. @chla_hao

There’s nothing better than ending a trip to Taiwan than watching a vibrant, bustling Taipei from above. Taipei 101 Observatory with outdoor observation area on the 89th floor will give you many memorable memories.

Taipei 101 Observatory Ticket

Travel Cost for Taiwan 6 Days 5 Nights for 2 People

The cost list below is based on a trip for 2 people and detailed costs for 1 person. The cost of traveling to Taiwan for 6 days and 5 nights may vary depending on the locations you choose in the itinerary.

Category	Cost/Person (USD)
Round-trip air ticket	157.04
THSR tickets	35.33
EasyCard	15.31
SIM 4G	8.44
Hotel	196.30
National Museum of Natural Sciences + Carton King tickets	3.53
Taichung one day tour	37.30
Tour to visit Formosan village and Sun Moon Lake	60.85
National Palace Museum	10.60
Combo of Maokong cable car and Taipei zoo	8.44
1-day tour to visit Yehliu Geopark - Jiufen - Shifen	66.74
Yangmingshan one day tour	66.74
Taipei 101 Observatory Deck Ticket	17.94
Other costs	196.30
Total	874.46

Taiwan has never been an “old” place for travel enthusiasts, because it possesses majestic natural landscapes, modern urban life, unique cuisine and gentle indigenous people. Through each Taiwan travel itinerary, we can reveal mysterious slices of “idol drama paradise” and capture memorable travel moments.

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