Taichung International Airport 1 hr 33
Ci'en Pagoda (14 min)
Lauded Chinese-style tower, built in 1971, offering visitors elevated views & a nearby hiking trail. Yidashao Wharf (24 min)
Lakefront wharf with a pier, information center & tourist ferries close to food outlets & shopping. Sun Moon Lake (11 min)
Views of the surrounding mountains are the highlight at this sprawling lake, Taiwan's largest. Checheng Old Street (22 min) Lalu Island (11 min)
Lalu is the old tribal name for this tiny island that sits within the famous Sun Moon Lake. 車埕木業展示館 (24 min)
Scenic lake with walking/cycling trails & a visitor center offering immersive exhibits & a cafe. Xiangshan Visitor Center (6 min)
Designed by Dan Norihiko, this futuristic visitor center at Sun Moon Lake blends into the scenery. Shuishe Pier (11 min)
Popular lake pier surrounded by mountains features cycling routes, restaurants & a waterfront bar. 獅頭山 (22 min)
Scenic mountain area featuring ancient walking trails, Buddhist temples & other historic landmarks. Sun Moon Lake National Scenic Area (6 min)
Expansive lake area featuring a gondola, boat tours & a bike path, plus scenic mountain views. Xuanzang Temple (15 min) Xuanguang Temple (12 min)
Quaint Buddhist temple with scenic views of Sun Moon Lake, a stone marker & stall selling tea eggs. Formosan Aboriginal Culture Village (26 min)
Sprawling amusement park featuring live performances from Taiwan's indigenous people, plus rides. Sun Moon Lake Ropeway (25 min) Wenwu Temple (16 min)
Grand, lakeside Chinese-style Taoist temple guarded by 2 giant lions & with 3 main halls. | 
