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From cultural gems to urban vibrancy and coastal wonders, this 4-day immersion Taipei tour is designed for any first-timer who wants to deeply explore Taipei and its charming suburban areas. You’ll delve into the rich heritage of Chinese civilization at the National Palace Museum and ascend to Taiwan’s tallest building, Taipei 101, to overlook the city. Experience a vibrant nightlife and savor the local culinary soul at Taiwan’s largest night market. Then let’s go beyond the city to Yehliu Geopark, home to fascinating rock formations that will spark your imagination. As you step into the winding lanes of Jiufen Old Street, look back at old teahouses gracefully against mountains in the distance. Your journey will culminate in Pingxi, where releasing a sky lantern carrying love and wishes at Shifen becomes a magical highlight. If you have specific interests or travel ideas, don’t hesitate to contact us for more details or to customize your itinerary!
What's Included
Breakfast
Meeting and pickup
Upon your arrival at Taoyuan International Airport, our driver guide will warmly greet you at airport hall.
Itinerary
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1Taipei
Welcome to Taipei, a bustling metropolis where history, fashion, and natural landscapes blend. Upon your arrival at Taoyuan International Airport, our driver guide will warmly greet you and then escort you in a private car to the hotel in downtown Taipei. After check-in, the rest of the day is free for you to relax.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
2Longshan Temple
Today, your guided tour will begin at Longshan Temple, the most popular temple in the city with over 100 deities and 7 incense burners. You will discover the worship of three main Chinese traditional religions: Buddhism, Taoism, and Confucianism.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
3Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall
Then move on to the Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall, one of Taipei’s most recognizable landmarks built in honor of Chiang Kai-shek, the former President of the Republic of China. Marvel at its grand octagon-shaped structure with double eaves and watch the solemn changing of the guard ceremony each hour. During the 15-minute ritual, the soldiers’ discipline will impress you as they perform marching routines and twirl their rifles with intricate movements. However, as it takes place outdoors, it may be canceled on rainy days.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
4Taipei 101
Afterward, our guide will accompany you to explore Taipei 101, the city’s tallest landmark soaring to a height of 508 meters (1,667 ft.). A high-speed elevator running at 60km/h will take you to the 89th-floor observatory deck in just 37 seconds, where you can enjoy the breathtaking 360-degree cityscapes!
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
5National Palace Museum
In the afternoon, we will lead you to the National Palace Museum, which houses some of the most important cultural works in the history of Chinese civilization. It has a collection of about 650,000 pieces of cultural relics and treasures, including ceramics, bronzes, lacquerware, calligraphy, manuscripts, ancient carapaces, textiles, and furniture. Don’t miss three treasures of the museum: the Jadeite Cabbage, the Meat-shaped Stone, and the Lord Mao’s Cauldron, a bronze tripod vessel.
3 hours • Admission ticket included -
6Shilin Night Market
★ Taste Taiwan’s Flavors at Shilin Night Market One of the most attractive places in Taipei is the lively night market. As night falls, we will drop you off at one of the most well-known and popular night markets in Taipei, the Shilin Night Market. Accompanied by our experienced guide, you will sample 5 to 6 classic must-try delicacies that capture the essence of Taiwanese cuisine.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
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After breakfast, we’ll drive for about 1 hour to the north coast of Taiwan to visit Yehliu Geological Park. Meander through the rugged coastline and observe the unique rock formations sculpted by wave erosion and weathering.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
8Jiufen Old Street
After that, we will drive to Jiufen, once a remote gold mining town but now a popular tourist destination known for its quaint historic buildings and teahouses. Get your comfiest shoes on and stroll uphill along the narrow winding alleys, where the wooden structures’ exquisite carvings show a unique style of the Japanese Rule era (1895-1945).
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
9Shifen Waterfall
Our next destination is the Shifen Village in Pingxi. Kick off our visit with a tranquil stroll to the Shifen Waterfall, the largest ledge waterfall in Taiwan. Then you might feel the excitement of a train whizzing past as we explore Shifen Old Street built along railway lines. ★ Unique Experience: Release a Sky Lantern with Your Wish. A must-do activity in Shifen is specially arranged for you to cap off today’s sightseeing: releasing a sky lantern.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
10Taipei
Today marks the final chapter of your 4 days private Taipei tour, and our driver will whisk you away to the airport according to your departure flight. Hope to see you next time!
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Arrival in Taipei, Airport Pick-up
Taipei: Longshan Temple, Taipei 101, National Palace Museum, and Shilin Night Market
Taipei Suburban Tour: Yehliu Geological Park, Jiufen Old Street, and Release Sky Lantern at Pingxi
Departure from Taipei, Airport See-off
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
You will not receive a refund if you cancel.
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