Shifen Train Experience to Houtong Cat Village, Jiufen

Overview

Available languages

Chinese

Cantonese

English

8 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

Are you looking for a more different trip to Juifen and Shifen ?

Consider taking this day tour on a train from Shifen to Houtong Cat Village after enjoying the view of beautiful Shifen Waterfall. After that, we will be going to Jiufen Old Street to spend the afternoon there.

Please note: Due to typhoon damage, train service between Shifen Old Street and Houtong Cat Village is suspended until the end of November 2025. Bus transfers will be arranged for this section, and a small gift will be provided to each group as compensation.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Please Note: Due to typhoon damage to the railway, train service between Shifen Old Street and Houtong Cat Village is temporarily suspended immediately. During the maintenance period, bus transfers will be arranged for this section, and a small gift will be provided to each group as compensation.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Shifen-Houtong One way Train Ticket

Insurance

Transportation

Tour Guide

Lanterns Release Experience (250NTD)

Personal Expenses

Meals

What To Expect

Shifen Waterfall

Guided by a professional tour guide, you can take a leisurely stroll along the trail beside the magnificent waterfall, allowing you to experience the harmonious melody brought by the water.

50 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Shifen Old Street

Shifen is a town rich in culture and history which provides a nice glimpse at Taiwan's beautiful natural scenery. You can consider releasing a Chinese Lantern with a wish written on it to let it go into the sky.

50 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Options

Cantonese Guide

English / Chinese Guide

Reviews

3.83

6 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Unflexible, not customer-centered company
Navigator25315342634,
Nov 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00
Nothing about the trip itself. The trip was nice. But I accidentally paid twice the day before the tour because the system prompted me twice. Instead of showing any goodwill and refunding the duplicate payment, they kept referring to their policy. Very disappointing. I ended up paying twice for the exact same tour on the same day. The company is s...
A Unique Experience in Taiwan!
remoteworkereden,
Jul 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our tour of Taiwan with May Ei was a truly pleasant and unique experience. From the very beginning, she made us feel welcomed, and her friendly, approachable nature made it easy to engage with her throughout the trip. My favorite part of the tour was iur experience at the Shifen Old Street. Loved the food too! Highly recommended!
Great tour
makayleel2021,
Jul 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
May Ei did a wonderful job leading the tour, she was able to get everyone there efficiently and made sure everything got done.
Great Tour
384raiyans,
Jul 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
May was a great tour guide and very helpful throughout the tour. Had a great time at the cat village and would definitely recommend!
Josefina AKA Nana is the...
Kimberly M,
Jul 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Josefina AKA Nana is the bossy Taiwanese grandma I needed in my life. I'd follow Nana to the end of the earth. The tour moves fast but at least you see a lot!