Begin with a city landmark and Elephant Mountain’s uphill trail. Adjust the walk to your energy and leave time to rest before the longer drives ahead.

1. 1Taipei 101sight · 90 minKeep the visit suited to a departure day; choose how long to spend around the landmark and allow time for city traffic.
2. 2Elephant MountainTrasa samochodowa2 km8 minsight · 100 minThe trail climbs uphill, so wear comfortable shoes and take breaks. Choose a distance that fits your energy rather than aiming to cover it all.

Reach the Hualien region along the eastern side of the loop, balancing a coastal walk with a town visit. Wind and road conditions can affect the pace, so stay flexible.

1. 1Qixingtan Scenic AreaTrasa samochodowa151,8 km2 godz. 40 minsight · 90 minPlan a relaxed walk rather than a rushed stop. Coastal winds can be strong, so follow safety notices and consider a wind-resistant layer.
2. 2Hualien Railway Culture ParkTrasa samochodowa11,2 km25 minsight · 60 minThe spaces available to visit depend on current conditions. Keep this stop flexible to accommodate the day’s road travel.

Focus on Hualien’s mountain and coastal scenery, choosing stops that suit current access conditions. Park roads and trails can change, so check local information before setting out.

1. 1Taroko National ParkTrasa samochodowa43,3 km1 godz. 10 minNatura · 150 minThe park is extensive. Choose stops based on sections actually open, allow for changing road or trail conditions, and follow on-site safety guidance.
2. 2Qingshui CliffTrasa samochodowa29,1 km45 minsight · 60 minStop only at safe viewpoints and avoid roads or closed areas. Travel conditions can affect timing, so keep the schedule open.

Continue south along the east coast into the Taitung region, combining coastal formations with a railway viewpoint. Allow time for both walking and the drive.

1. 1XiaoyeliuTrasa samochodowa189,4 km3 godz. 40 minsight · 75 minChoose a walking distance based on conditions. Sun exposure can be strong, so allow an unhurried visit and use sun protection.
2. 2Duoliang Tourist StationTrasa samochodowa44,5 km55 minsight · 60 minLeave time for walking and the view without squeezing the later drive. Conditions on site may affect how long the visit takes.

Balance a countryside landscape with urban green space for a gentler day between southbound drives. Adjust cycling distance and outdoor time to your energy and local conditions.

1. 1Brown BoulevardTrasa samochodowa86,8 km1 godz. 50 minsight · 100 minWalk or cycle according to current conditions. Watch for other road users and set the visit length around the distance you choose.
2. 2Taitung Forest ParkTrasa samochodowa56 km1 godz. 20 minsight · 90 minAdjust the walking distance to your energy and the weather. Check on-site conditions for cycling and leave room for the southbound drive.

Enter the Hengchun Peninsula with dedicated visits to Kenting National Park and Longpan Park. Weather and on-site conditions can affect outdoor plans, so keep some flexibility.

1. 1Kenting National ParkTrasa samochodowa123,5 km2 godz. 20 minsight · 150 minThe park is extensive, so choose areas based on actual access. The supplied address does not establish a municipality; verify local access information before travelling.
2. 2Longpan ParkTrasa samochodowa13,4 km20 minsight · 75 minFocus on safe viewpoints and an easy walk. Weather affects the outdoor experience, so follow local notices and allow time for driving.

Continue exploring the peninsula around Kenting, pairing a forest recreation area with Eluanbi Park. Set outdoor time according to current access rather than rushing through stops.

1. 1Kenting National Forest Recreation AreaTrasa samochodowa12,6 km20 minNatura · 120 minThe supplied address places it in Hengchun Township. Choose a walking distance based on current access, allow for breaks, and stay flexible about the weather.
2. 2Eluanbi ParkTrasa samochodowa9,3 km15 minsight · 90 minChoose a walking distance that suits your energy. Areas available to visit depend on current conditions, so avoid overpacking the outdoor schedule.

Leave the Hengchun Peninsula and head north into Kaohsiung, with stops at Lotus Pond and Hamasen Railway Cultural Park. Allow flexibility for city traffic and parking.

1. 1Lotus Pond Scenic AreaTrasa samochodowa124,9 km2 godz. 10 minsight · 90 minChoose how much of the shore to walk. City traffic and parking can be unpredictable, so keep the visit unhurried.
2. 2Hamasen Railway Cultural ParkTrasa samochodowa7,8 km20 minsight · 75 minExplore the railway-themed spaces on foot and pair the stop with a harbor-district walk. Areas available to visit depend on current conditions.

On the northbound leg, pause in Taichung for a painted community and an urban greenway walk. Visit areas according to current conditions and keep time for onward travel.

1. 1Rainbow VillageTrasa samochodowa192 km2 godz. 20 minsight · 60 minExplore on foot and respect the neighborhood. The area open to visitors may vary, so keep the stop flexible and protect time for driving rest.
2. 2Calligraphy GreenwayTrasa samochodowa7,3 km25 minsight · 75 minThere is no need to walk the full length; adjust to your pace and the crowds. Shorten the stroll if driving takes longer and prioritize rest.

Return north via Taichung and finish in the starting region with a New Taipei waterfall and hillside district, completing the loop at different venues. Keep this return day flexible and adapt to road conditions.

1. 1Shifen WaterfallTrasa samochodowa194,6 km2 godz. 30 minsight · 90 minTake your time around the viewpoints, wear shoes with good grip, and allow for walking. Weather and trail conditions can affect the visit.
2. 2Jiufen Old StreetTrasa samochodowa25,8 km40 minsight · 120 minThe district has slopes and steps, so wear comfortable shoes and choose lanes to suit your energy. Crowds may slow walking, so leave time for the return.