2023 SAMPLE TAIWAN ITINERARY: 3, 4, 5 Days TAIPEI DIY Tour for First-timers

Looking for Sample Taiwan Itineraries for 2023? If it's your first time in Taipei, Taiwan and wondering where to go, check out these sample itineraries to help you plan your trip!

Whether it's 3, 4, or 5 days, here are some sample Taiwan DIY Itineraries that you could follow. You can use this as your guide in creating your Taipei itinerary and adjust it depending on the things you want to do in Taiwan, tourist spots and attractions you want to visit, and how many days you plan to visit Taiwan.

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SAMPLE TAIWAN ITINERARIES: 3, 4, 5 Days DIY Taipei Tour 2023

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Liberty Square Gate at Chiang Kai Shek Memorial

3D2N: Sample Taiwan Itinerary (3 days 2 nights)

DAY 1 - ARRIVAL + CITY TOUR

06:00 AM - Arrival in Taoyuan International Aiport (Taiwan)
06:30 AM - Travel from Taoyuan Airport to Taipei

• Be sure to pre-book a private car transfer, Taoyuan Airport to Taipei Bus Tickets or an airport MRT ticket with EasyCard.

07:00 AM - Leave bags at the hotel or early check-in (if allowed)
07:30 AM - Breakfast
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM - City tour via Hop on Hop off sightseeing bus tour. You can purchase discounted pass HERE.
06:00 PM - 09:30 PM - Dinner and Taipei at Night Guided Tour
10:00 PM - Back at the hotel/hostel, Sleep

DAY 2 - TAIPEI 101 AND JIUFEN OLD TOWN

07:00 AM - Travel to Taipei 101 by MRT. Alight at Taipei 101 Station.
08:00 AM - Visit Taipei 101 Observatory (Get discounted tickets here)
12:00 NN - Back at the hotel, Lunch
01:00 PM - Jiufen Village and Northeast Coast Tour. For convenience, I highly recommend that you get a guided tour HERE.

• Jiufen Village
• Chinkuashih Village
• Pitou Cape
• Nanya Rock Formations
• Bay of Two Colors(Ying Yang Sea)

06:00 PM - Back in Taipei
08:00 PM - Experience Jingmei Night Market Tour and Dinner. You can book a tour with a local guide HERE.
11:00 PM - Back at the hotel/hostel, Sleep

DAY 3 - DEPARTURE

08:00 AM - Pasalubong/Souvenir Shopping
12:00 NN - Check-out of the hotel
01:00 PM - Travel to Taoyuan International Airport

• Be sure to pre-book a private car transfer Taoyuan Airport to Taipei Bus Tickets or an airport MRT ticket with EasyCard.

02:00 PM - Arrival at the airport, check-in for your flight
04:00 PM - Departure

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Jiufen Old Village

4D3N: Sample Taiwan Itinerary (4 days 3 nights)

DAY 1 - ARRIVAL + CITY TOUR AND ELEPHANT MOUNTAIN

06:00 AM - Arrival in Taoyuan International Aiport (Taiwan)
06:30 AM - Travel from Taoyuan Airport to Taipei City

• Be sure to pre-book a private car transfer or an airport MRT ticket with EasyCard.

07:00 AM - Leave bags at the hotel or early check-in (if allowed)
07:30 AM - Breakfast
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM - City tour via Hop on Hop off sightseeing bus tour. You can get DISCOUNTED PASS by booking online.CLICK HERE.
06:00 - 09:00 PM - Eat Shop and Wander at Shilin Night Market

DAY 2 - TAIPEI 101 AND CITY TOUR

08:00 AM - 12:00 NN - Half day Explore Taipei City Tour. For convenience, I recommend that you get a guided tour HERE.

• Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall
• National Palace Museum
• Presidential Office Building
• Martyrs' Shrine
• Traditional Taiwanese Temple
• Handicraft Center

01:00 PM - Lunch
02:00 PM - Travel to Taipei 101. Take the MRT and alight at Taipei 101 Station.
03:00 PM - Visit Taipei 101 Observatory. It's cheaper if you purchase your Taipei 101 Observatory ticket online. (Click here tp buy discounted tickets)
06:00 - 08:00 PM - Climb Elephant Mountain
09:00 PM - Back at the hotel, Dinner

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DAY 3 - JIUFEN AND NIGHT MARKET

07:00 - 11:00 AM - Free time. Morning walk.
12:00 NN - Back at the hotel, Lunch
01:00 PM - Jiufen Village and Northeast Coast Tour. For hassle-free travel to Jiufen, I recommend getting a guided tour. CLICK HERE TO SEE RATES AND AVAILABILITY

• Jiufen Village
• Chinkuashih Village
• Pitou Cape
• Nanya Rock Formations
• Bay of Two Colors(Ying Yang Sea)

06:00 PM - Back in Taipei
06:00 PM - 09:30 PM - Taipei at Night Tour and Dinner. You can join a group tour and explore Taipei at night. CLICK HERE TO JOIN.
10:00 PM - Back at the hotel/hostel, Sleep

DAY 4 - DEPARTURE

08:00 AM - Pasalubong/Souvenir Shoppin
12:00 NN - Check-out of the hotel
01:00 PM - Travel from Taipei to Taoyuan Airport

• Be sure to pre-book a private car transfer Taoyuan Airport to Taipei Bus Tickets or an airport MRT ticket with EasyCard.

02:00 PM - Arrival at the airport, check-in
04:00 PM - Departure

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Pingxi Old Street

5D4N: Sample Taiwan Itinerary (5 days 4 nights)

DAY 1 - ARRIVAL + CITY TOUR

06:00 AM - Arrival in Taoyuan International Aiport (Taiwan)
06:30 AM - Travel from the airport to Taipei City

• Be sure to pre-book a private car transfer Taoyuan Airport to Taipei Bus Tickets or an airport MRT ticket with EasyCard.

07:00 AM - Leave bags at the hotel or early check-in (if allowed)
07:30 AM - Breakfast
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM - City tour via Hop on Hop off sightseeing bus tour
06:00 PM - 09:30 PM - Dinner and Taipei at Night Tour
10:00 PM - Back at the hotel/hostel, Sleep

DAY 2 - SHIFEN, PINGXI AND TAIPEI 101

07:30 - Hotel pick-up for Shifen Half-Day Guided Tour. You can join a group tour for hassle-free trip to the tourist spots and attractions below. CLICK HERE TO JOIN A GUIDED TOUR.

• Pingxi Old Street
• Shifen Old Street
• Shifen train station
• Shifen Waterfall

01:00 PM - Back in Taipei, have lunch
02:00 AM - Take the MRT and travel to Taipei 101.
03:00 AM - Visit Taipei 101 Observatory (Get discounted tickets here!)
05:30 PM - 08:00 PM - Climb Elephant Mountain
09:00 PM - Back at the hotel, dinner, sleep

DAY 3 - JIUFEN AND NIGHT MARKET

07:00 - 11:00 AM - Free time. Morning walk.
12:00 NN - Back at the hotel, Lunch
01:00 PM - Jiufen Village and Northeast Coast Tour. I recommend joining a group tour. CLICK HERE TO SEE RATES AND AVAILABILITY.

• Jiufen Village
• Chinkuashih Village
• Pitou Cape
• Nanya Rock Formations
• Bay of Two Colors(Ying Yang Sea)

06:00 PM - Back in Taipei
06:00 PM - 09:30 PM - Shop, dine, explore Shilin Night Market
10:00 PM - Back at the hotel/hostel, Sleep

DAY 4 - CITY TOUR + NIGHT MARKET

08:00 AM - 12:00 NN - Half day Explore Taipei City Tour

• Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall
• National Palace Museum
• Presidential Office Building
• Martyrs' Shrine
• Traditional Taiwanese Temple
• Handicraft Center

01:00 PM - Lunch
02:00 PM - 06:00 PM - Free Time
07:00 PM - Travel to Jingmei
08:00 PM - Jingmei Night Market Tour and Dinner
11:00 PM - Back at the hotel/hostel, Sleep

DAY 5 - DEPARTURE

08:00 AM - Pasalubong/Souvenir Shopping
12:00 NN - Check-out of the hotel
01:00 PM - Travel to Taoyuan Airport from Taipei

• Be sure to pre-book a private car transfer Taoyuan Airport to Taipei Bus Tickets or an airport MRT ticket with EasyCard.

02:00 PM - Arrival at the airport, check-in
04:00 PM - Departure

ALSO READ: Eat, Shop, and Wander at the Best Night Markets in Taipei

WHERE TO STAY? BEST HOTELS IN TAIPEI, TAIWAN

As the capital city of Taiwan, Taipei offers a wide array of accommodation options that can fit your budget and needs. From cheap and affordable hotels and hostels, to mid-range budget hotels, to luxurious 5-star hotels, one can find a temporary home to stay at the heart of the city. I highly recommmend that you book a hotel in advance to avail up to 50% discount on published room rates via Agoda!

√ SEE HERE THE LIST OF TOP-RATED HOTELS IN TAIPEI

BEFORE YOU GO: Don't Miss these Taiwan Travel Essentials Taoyuan Airport to Taipei Bus Tickets - avail of round trip tickets to ride the awesome Kuo-Kuang Bus between Taoyuan Airport and downtown Taipei. Sedan Taoyuan Airport Transfers (TPE) for Taipei - if you're traveling with a group, you may also consider hiring a private airport transfer. 4G SIM Card or 4G WiFi device rental - to stay connected to the internet while exploring Taiwan and to stay connected to your family back home. 5 Day Joint Train Pass - get this one if you want to explore destinations outside Taipei. This pass gives you 5 days unlimited Taiwan Rail + 2 days high speed rail rides. Perfect for travelers with a shorter itinerary looking for the best value train tickets around Taiwan. Taipei Transport Fun Pass - travel easily around Taipei with a Taipei Transport Fun Pass that you can pick up right at the airport. Choose between one to two days of unlimited transportation. Get a premium or a discount from 150+ partner shops by presenting your Transport Fun Pass. Taipei Unlimited Fun Pass - this pass combines attractions and transportation for one great value ticket that lets you see the best of Taipei. Enjoy entry to up to 12 top tourist attractions like Taipei 101 Observatory, National Palace Museum, and many more!

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