Taiwan in February

December to February and it is winter on the island nation of Taiwan, with the weather mild, foggy, and relatively dry. Lows are around 13ºC (55ºC) and highs around 19ºC (65ºC), with rainfall around 20 mm per month. As the tropic of Cancer cuts across the island, the north and the south have a slightly different weather pattern, with the south invariably a few degrees warmer. It is a wonderful time to visit the island’s highest mountains as they are usually covered in snow for a large chunk of the winter. The island offers rich cultural and spiritual heritage, amazing food, world-class hot springs and stunning scenery. Chinese New Year is at this time and celebrated with considerable relish, the cities coming alive with dragon dancing, lanterns, and the bangs and whistles of fireworks and firecrackers

Suggested Itineraries

Classic Taiwan

Taiwan is often overlooked by the typical travelers – unfortunately for them. This 8-day adventure takes you snacking through night markets, to the fairytale-esque village of Jiufen, down the scenic east coast, hiking in a grand gorge, and face to face with the largest sitting bronze Buddha in Asia.

Duration
8 days / 7 nights
Price Per Person
From $10,500
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Charming Taiwan: Taipei, Jiufen, Hualien, and more

Experience the unique charm of Taiwan on this luxurious 11-day holiday. Between visiting ancient temples, bustling markets, lush rainforests and a stunning gorge, the country will surely win your heart. There’s even time for soaking weary traveler’s bones in a relaxing natural hot spring.

Duration
11 days / 10 nights
Price Per Person
From $11,600
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Discovering Historic Taiwan

Taiwan may slip under the radar on many travelers’ lists, but the island holds more than just a surprising economic power. Leave bustling Taipei and visit fascinating historic sites including the Chihkan Towers and exotic temples and shrines in Tainan to learn about Taiwan’s unique past on this luxurious 5-day tour.

Duration
5 days / 4 nights
Price Per Person
From $5,400
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Taiwan Top to Bottom with Kids

Gather the family and head to Taiwan for a 9-day trip through the island’s most exciting cities and postcard-perfect natural landscapes that is sure to captivate and teach even the youngest traveler. Education and entertainment can be found hand in hand at interactive museums, cultural villages, ancient tea houses, community farms and temples throughout the island, from Taipei down to Kaosiung. Relish these good times with the whole family and come away with fond memories and new lessons for everyone.

Duration
9 days / 8 nights
Price Per Person
From $6,300
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Total Taiwan: Around the Island in Twelve Days

Taking you from the 21st-century metropolis of Taipei, all the way across this fascinating island to discover untouched village life and majestic national parks, this 12-day itinerary is packed full of exciting activities that will leave you with a lasting memory of charming Taiwan.  

Duration
12 days / 11 nights
Price Per Person
From $14,000
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Recommended Festivals For Taiwan in February

Purple Butterfly Viewing

Purple Butterfly Viewing

December-March

From December to March, visitors to the Maolin National Scenic Area can see migrating purple Euploea butterflies. Millions them make a stop-off here in the south of Taiwan, and thousands of tourists from across the world are drawn in by their beauty.

Location Maolin National Scenic Area, Taiwan

Yanshuei Beehive Fireworks Festival

Yanshuei Beehive Fireworks Festival

February

Head south during Taiwan’s annual Lantern Festival and you’ll be sure see, hear and smell the Beehive Fireworks. Locals set off thousands of firecrackers at a time, creating a spectacular-but-deafening cacophony of sound and light - resembling the buzz of bees. Celebrations last two to three days around the year's first full moon.

Location Yanshuei, Taiwan

Pingxi Sky Lantern Festival

Pingxi Sky Lantern Festival

February

As part of Taiwan's nationwide Lantern Festival, the remote northern town of Pingxi provides the setting for one of the most spectacular shows. On the night of the first full moon of the first lunar month, the sky is lit up with tens of thousands of lanterns, all simultaneously released, creating an incredible spectacle.

Location Pingxi, Taiwan

Lantern Festival

Lantern Festival

February-March

The Taiwan Lantern Festival is celebrated around the first full moon of the lunar year, and is considered one of the most romantic dates in the festive calendar. Locals and visitors make handheld candles, set off firecrackers and release lanterns into the sky. A can’t-miss favorite is tangyuan (sticky rice dumplings) - the festival food.

Location Countrywide, Taiwan

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