Taiwan Round Island（台湾自行车环岛）

This route is filled with twists and turns among rolling hills; for riders who are comfortable with climbing then this route, with its total ascent of 300 meters in elevation, will be an easy ride. Today’s journey is a great one, with numerous places to stop along the way to grab a tasty snack. The longest old street in Taiwan, which dates to Japanese colonial times, is found in Sanxia, along this route. After leaving Sanxia, the route heads to Shimen Reservoir where you can stop for a rest and a bowl of herbal-jelly shaved ice in Guanxi. After riding for 80 km, you arrive in Miaokou, Hsinchu, which is known at the Windy City. The City God Temple, grade-three national historic site, welcomes you. Renowned snack stands await you and your tired legs near this famous monument. Source:  Taiwan Tourism

With some luck the wind will be at your back on the West Coast Expressway (Expressway 61) and you’ll ride with ease. Along the coastal road there are wind turbines that dot the landscape, but don’t waste your energy being excited about this because you’ll need it for the climb over Dadu Mountain. Although the route here tops out at only 200 meters above sea level, the final section of the climb is tiring because it comes at the end of a long day. As a reward for your hard, work you’ll be repaid with a great view of sunny Taichung City. Source:  Taiwan Tourism

Today’s route is very flat and there are lots of sightseeing spots along the way, including Taichung’s Rainbow Military Housing, Tianwei Highway Garden, Xiluo Bridge and Chiayi Park. The whole distance can be completed in five hours, leaving lots of time for sightseeing. The only thing you need to remember is that when you near city centers the traffic becomes a heavier so it is best to exercise caution. Remember to use hand signals to let other vehicles know of your intentions, obey traffic laws and be aware of the vehicles around you. Source:  Taiwan Tourism

Provincial Highway 1 connects northern Taiwan to southern Taiwan. It passes through the ancient, historical city of Tainan and the biggest city in southern Taiwan, Kaohsiung. As you head farther south, you feel more passion from the people who live there. Provincial Highway 1 has heavy traffic, so it’s important that you are aware of what’s going on at all times. As a reward for your tired mind and body you can eat some snacks in the Tainan and Kaohsiung night markets. Source:  Taiwan Tourism

A scenic ride around the southern tip of Taiwan along the coasts of Kenting