Private Tour
Half Day Private Tour to Jiufen, Shifen Waterfall & Pingxi Sky Lantern
Overview
Available languages
6 hours
Mobile ticket
Discover scenic Northern Taiwan on a private day tour from Taipei. Explore the beauty of historical Jiufen, which inspired Oscar-winning animations, then make a wish with a sky lantern flying over Pingxi.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Parking fees and tolls
Lantern activity (one lantern for a car)
Bottled water
Private & air-conditioned vehicle
Food & drinks
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Yin Yang Sea
Watch the bay where the sea is a mix of yellow and blue before heading to Jiufen.
Jinguashi 13 Ruins
The Remains of the 13 Levels is a former smelter plant in Lianxin Village, Ruifang District, New Taipei, Taiwan. It is also called the Potala Palace of Mountain Mines.
Options
Hotel Pick-up from Taipei City
Pickup included
Reviews
317 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great trip despite terrible rain
joanne L,
Nov 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Despite the terrible weather we had a great time and really enjoyed our trip. We appreciated Vincent’s careful driving and comfortable car. He was very helpful in his recommendations for lunch and the purchase of some tea . The trip felt about the right amount of time and we enjoyed seeing more of Taiwan.
Educational and fun
Grace K,
Nov 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide James was prompt and incredible knowledgeable and engaging. We really enjoyed the tour. Highly recommend this tour.
A wonderful day with an excellent and personable tour guide!
Claudia C,
Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00What a wonderful and memorable day we had! Tony picked us up right from our hotel and kept in touch beforehand so we knew exactly when he’d arrive. He’s truly three in one — an excellent tour guide, a talented photographer, and a safe, reliable driver. We were able to see everything on the itinerary, and the waterfalls were absolutely beautiful. Tony made sure to drop us off as close as possible to each attraction, which made everything so easy and enjoyable. At Shifen, he arranged the purchase of our lanterns so we didn’t have to worry about where to go or what to buy — that thoughtful touch let us simply enjoy the moment. Tony was also very perceptive. He noticed that a small, out-of-the-way memorial in Jiufen might be meaningful for us, and even though it wasn’t part of the planned itinerary, he made sure we had the chance to visit it. One of the things we really wanted to try was stinky tofu, and Tony knew just the perfect spot for us — it was delicious! At the end of the trip, he even gave us an SD card with all the photos he had taken throughout the day. Since we’re not great at remembering to take pictures ourselves, that was such a thoughtful bonus. We enjoyed every part of the tour and everything Tony shared, but what made the day truly special were the conversations we had with him — about Taiwan’s history, its incredible development over the past fifty years since I was last here, and what life in Taiwan is like today. It was an unforgettable experience, and we can’t recommend Tony highly enough!
very memorable experience
janeaK9821TW,
Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Me and my mom had so much fun. Nicolas is very knowledgable and recommended good places. He also took good pictures and made sure my mom is safe. He customized our itinerary to suit my mom’s need who has difficulty walking and had chosen the easier route. Will definitely recommend!
Knowledgeable, Friendly,...
GEORGE S,
Nov 9, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Knowledgeable, Friendly, Made the experience worth while. I would recommend the trip ................
Great tour, really well organised
paulgS565LT,
Nov 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really well organised tour to some amazing sites. I dealt with Eddie at Yolo who was really responsive over WhatsApp meaning organisation was very smooth. James was our guide. He ensured we could see everything we wanted without feeling rushed and still got us back to the hotel exactly at the agreed time. Communication with him was excellent and a very interesting guide. He also took some great photos of us. The places we visited were really worth seeing. It would be a good experience if we only saw one, but to get all three near each other was amazing. Prepare to take lots of photos!
Excellent
188josephy,
Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nicole is outstanding tour guide and very knowledgeable about his stuff, and he explained things and gave me a lot of detail about every moment of the tour , I am happy with his performance today, thanks a lot!
Diversify Your Trip
Laurie W,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00What a great day! This tour is a great way to get out of the city and to see the ocean and mountains! The pace was relaxing and our guide, Vincent Lee, was fantastic! We had a great day!
Taipei
Jessie L,
Nov 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our driver/tour guide Jackson was great. He spoke fluent English and was very knowledgeable with the areas. We enjoyed the trip very much and will definitely recommend it to family and friends.
We had an excellent...
NamH K,
Oct 31, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had an excellent experience with Vincent! He was knowledgeable and told us a lot about Taiwan and its history. He also recommended a lot of the hidden gems on the tour. He was patient, and exceptionally considerate of my family’s needs, ensuring that both the kids and my elderly mother were comfortable throughout the tour. His photography skills were a wonderful bonus — we now have stunning pictures to remember the day. We truly appreciated him. Highly recommend!
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