Small-Group: Yehliu, Jiufen & Pingxi Day Tour from Taipei
Overview
Available languages
9 hours
Mobile ticket
Without having to travel far away, through this guided day tour from Taipei, you can discover the unique charm of the rural districts along the north and northeast coast of Taiwan.
On this tour, you will visit Jiufen Village, a hillside village prosperous in the 1940s that will bring you an old-time vibe with its atmospheric alleys; Yehliu Geopark, known for its unique coastal erosion features, will blow you mind away; Pingxi District, a former mining town that is known for the world-famous "Pingxi Sky Lantern Festival", where you will experience the iconic tradition of flying sky lantern and visit the “Little Niagara Falls” of Taiwan—Shifen Waterfall.
Whether you are a first-timer or a repeat visitor, you will fully enjoy what Taiwan's north and northeast coast has to offer. With your tour guide’s help, you will have an insight into the history and truly appreciate the natural landscapes in this area. Join us for a full-day adventure and enrich your travel experience!
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Ensure you carry enough cash with you to cover your expenses for meals, beverages, souvenirs, tips, etc. Convenience stores and most of the eateries in Taiwan don't accept credit cards as a form of payment.
Not recommended for travelers with physical disabilities.
A small amount of walking is involved; comfortable shoes are recommended.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
YehLiu Geopark
Located in Wanli District, New Taipei City, as one of the premier attractions in the northern coast of Taiwan, Yehliu Geopark is home to a number of unique rock formations caused by wind and sea, such as the mushroom rocks, the chessboard rock, the trace fossils and all that.
Queen's Head
The most famous rock formation is the iconic “Queen’s Head”, a mushroom rock that resembles the profile of England’s Queen Elizabeth. Every year, the “Yehliu Night Tour” features light shows, water projection, etc, attracting over ten thousands visitors flock to see the Queen’s Head illumined at night. Besides the Queen’s Head, other remarkable formations such as the Sea Candles, the Fairy Shoe, the Ginger Rocks, the Elephant Rock, the Ice Cream Rock, the Kissing Rock, and the Princess’ Head, are worth taking a look at.
What‘s Included
Local General Liabilities Insurance
Professional licensed tour guide
Entrance ticket (Yehliu Geopark)
Sky Lantern launching experience (3-4 people share 1 lantern)
Air-conditioned vehicle
Hotel pickup and drop-off (if private option selected)
Meals
Explore more, Bottle less, Save the planet!
Tipping is not required, but it's a wonderful way to show appreciation for your guide's service.
Options
Group Tour (EN, CN, JP)
Tour type: Enjoy a join-in tour and meet people of all ages from different countries. (fixed meeting point)
Group Tour (EN, CN)
Tour Type: Enjoy a join-in tour and meet people of all ages from different countries. (fixed meeting point)
Private Tour (EN, CN, VN)
Tour Type: Enjoy this day tour with your own private guide, and pickup and drop-off at your accommodation in downtown Taipei City.
Reviews
490 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing experience
Locguero,Mar 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What an amazing experience. The sites were so beautiful and Tony was such an amazing guide. So funny, helpful and organized. I recommend this to anyone
Highly Recommend!
Rachel Y,Mar 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour! Handsome Kevin was phenomenal. He had tons of great recommendations and was very welcoming and entertaining. We saw so really beautiful sights. I love Jiufen in particular.
A great combination of Taiwan elements
shawnmO8384OJ,Mar 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really enjoyed all of the experiences tied to this trip. It was a great combination of city, culture, nature, and history.
Great tour even in the rain.
Thomas D,Mar 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Convenient pick up and drop off location central Taipei. Gordon was an extremely knowledgeable and engaging tour guide. The weather did not cooperate, but everyone had a very enjoyable time!
Great guides and attractions
wang shanying,Mar 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The guide was very Nice - straight to everyone, the explanation was in place, thank you, the view was beautiful, it was a great experience.
Taiwan history experience
909jenniferl909,Mar 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Good tour Kaun tour guide excellent Great insight to the mountain area waterfall and latern history Nicely paced day
Magic 13
Sylvia F,Mar 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Small group - we only had 13 people traveling with us. It made a great difference with an attentive guide - handsome Kevin Su!
Great tour and guide
Patrick L,Mar 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour. Took us to all the sites as promised. Check in was smooth although the location was updated to one that was 1-minute away via message. So if you take this tour just watch out for this. The start of the tour was prompt and the bus used was comfortable. We were taken to each of the destinations and along the way, our guide Walter was a wealth of knowledge regarding the locations, the history of Taiwan, and tips about getting around. He was very clear, humorous, and responsible. It was a good time despite cool temps and heavy rains. I’d recommend this tour and Walter.
Nice time exploring Shifen and Jiufen!
Ryan H,Mar 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Enjoyable time on tour with Tony and small group. My favs were Shifen and flying a lantern, such a unique experience to make your own lantern message and launch it in the air. The other neat experience was Jiufen market and their popular tea house. For me, the tour was more of an introduction to each location since there was limited time at each place as an all day tour. I never felt rushed but others did. I did noticed there were many other large bus group tours so our smaller shuttle tour was able to more easily drop off and pick up closer to destinations, which was convenient and allowed us more time to explore. Our shuttle was comfortable with AC and I sat near back with no one behind me so I was able to recline seat to sleep on longer stretches. Tony was great giving us educational highlights at each place. He was informative and a wealth of knowledge. Overall, had a nice time exploring! I’d love to come back in future to spend more time.
Great Tour
Mariel T,Feb 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It is a great way to see and experience Taiwan. We enjoyed every place, the culture and the experience. Tony, our tour guide is great, knowlegable and fun. He makes sure we are well informed and he cares about our safety. I highly recommend this tour to everyone who has a day or 2 days in Taiwan.
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