Taichung International Airport 1 hr 23
Yidashao Wharf (20 min)
Lakefront wharf with a pier, information center & tourist ferries close to food outlets & shopping. Sun Moon Lake (21 min)
Views of the surrounding mountains are the highlight at this sprawling lake, Taiwan's largest. Sun Moon Lake Ropeway (17 min) Shuishe Pier (5 min)
Popular lake pier surrounded by mountains features cycling routes, restaurants & a waterfront bar. Xuanzang Temple (25 min) Wenwu Temple (6 min)
Grand, lakeside Chinese-style Taoist temple guarded by 2 giant lions & with 3 main halls. Ci'en Pagoda (23 min)
Lauded Chinese-style tower, built in 1971, offering visitors elevated views & a nearby hiking trail. Xiangshan Visitor Center (6 min)
Designed by Dan Norihiko, this futuristic visitor center at Sun Moon Lake blends into the scenery. Lalu Island (21 min)
Lalu is the old tribal name for this tiny island that sits within the famous Sun Moon Lake. Xuanguang Temple (21 min)
Quaint Buddhist temple with scenic views of Sun Moon Lake, a stone marker & stall selling tea eggs. Antique Assam Tea Farm (7 min)
Black-tea farm & vintage factory in scenic surrounds with a gift shop & restaurant. 獅頭山 (12 min)
Scenic mountain area featuring ancient walking trails, Buddhist temples & other historic landmarks. Paper Dome (16 min)
Modern chapel, originally built for survivors of the 1995 Kobe earthquake, made of waterproof paper. Sun Moon Lake National Scenic Area (5 min)
Expansive lake area featuring a gondola, boat tours & a bike path, plus scenic mountain views. Formosan Aboriginal Culture Village (16 min)
Sprawling amusement park featuring live performances from Taiwan's indigenous people, plus rides. | 
