01 Southbound Charm: Taichung to Tainan

Highlights

Day 1

Begin your day cycling along the Houfeng Bikeway, a 4.5 km path converted from an old railway track. Include the 1.2 km No. 9 Tunnel and the 382-meter Dajia River Steel Bridge, offering scenic views of the Dajia River valley. 

Visit Chun Shui Tang, the birthplace of bubble tea, to savor the iconic drink in its original setting.

Explore the National Taichung Theater, an architectural marvel by Toyo Ito, featuring 58 sculptural curved walls and immersive natural lighting.

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Day 2

Start along the wooden boardwalks of Gaomei Wetlands, observing mudskippers, crabs, and migratory birds as you approach the golden sunset.

Next, head to Qingjing Farm to witness the exhilarating Lipizzaner horse show and enjoy the expansive highland view.

Conclude the day in Lukang Old Street, wandering through red-brick alleys and ancient temples, sampling traditional snacks, and experiencing Taiwan's rich cultural heritage.

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Day 3

Embark on a bamboo raft tour through the Sicao Green Tunnel in Tainan, navigating mangrove-lined waterways teeming with wildlife.

Continue to Anping Fort to delve into Taiwan's colonial past, then explore Anping Old Street for local delicacies and crafts.

End your journey at the Salt Water Octagonal Tower, marveling at its unique wooden architecture, and savor traditional Taiwanese desserts at Silver Peak Ice Cream.