Private Tour
Jiufen, Shifen and Houtong Cat Village Private Tour
Overview
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7 hours
Mobile ticket
Discover the charm of Northern Taiwan on this private tour. Begin with a visit to Houtong Cat Village, followed by the unique experience of releasing a sky lantern in Pingxi. Stroll through the historic Jiufen Old Street, famously known as the inspiration for Miyazaki’s Spirited Away. Conclude the tour by admiring the stunning Shifen Waterfall and exploring Shifen Old Street, known for its local charm and iconic railroad. The tour includes convenient hotel pick-up and drop-off in Taipei City, ensuring a hassle-free experience.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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
Private transportation
Toll fees
In-Person English and Mandarin Guide
Fuel surcharge
Lantern flying experience in Pingxi - Shifen Station
Parking Fees
Meals and beverages
Other personal expenses
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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What To Expect
Taipei
Pick-up from your hotel in Taipei City
Shifen Waterfall
Shifen Waterfall is a scenic waterfall located in Pingxi District, New Taipei City, Taiwan, on the upper reaches of the Keelung River.
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Jiufen, Shifen and Houtong Cat Village Private Tour
Pickup included
Reviews
39 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Vincent was amazing &...
Elizabeth M,
Oct 13, 2025
- Viator
5.00Vincent was amazing & very knowledgeable. He had umbrellas for us to use for the sun, water in the car & wet wipes for us to use after each spot. Knew great photo spot areas and took amazing photos for us
Jiufen is golden.
Jeffrey D,
Oct 6, 2025
- Viator
5.00Sean was the perfect gracious and informative guide. Each location of the journey was perfectly planned and executed.
Exploring The North with Aaron
Autumn H,
Sep 27, 2025
- Viator
5.00This tour is well worth your time. Aaron was our guide, and he was phenomenal. He was flexible and accommodating for our group even before the tour started. He was great with the kids and full of fun energy throughout our day with him. The tour started in Jiufen because that’s where we were staying. Aaron showed us parts of the area we had not yet seen, and shared the rich history. We went to Shifen for our next stop. We got to paint and release a lantern at a shop with a 22 year old tortuous, share some delicious food, and explore the train tracks before going to see the waterfall. The walk for the waterfall had several stairs but even our 3 year old found it manageable. We ended the trip with the cat village. Both of my kids were so excited to hear the history of the village and to have the opportunity to see/pet several of the cats. The day was absolutely fantastic, and I highly recommend choosing this tour to explore these areas. Experiencing these areas would not have been nearly as enjoyable without Aaron to help guide us.
A wonderful day trip
Silvia P,
Sep 25, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had an amazing time touring this beautiful area with our guide, Hicks. Each town we visited had its own unique charm and Hicks made sure we didn’t miss out on anything. He wanted to make sure we were able to see the sunset from a viewpoint in Jiufen and accommodated our schedule to make it happen. It was an excellent day trip.
Jackson was super...
Cynthia K,
Jul 15, 2025
- Viator
5.00Jackson was super friendly and had excellent communication. He tailored the experience to account for both a senior in the group as well as young children. Jiufen is one of the most crowded places to visit but we were able to mostly avoid the crowds by doing a private tour. Highly recommend this tour for people interested in these locations.
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