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15 Best Jiufen & Shifen Day Trips

I’ve grouped the Jiufen and Shifen trips that time the crowds right. Jiufen’s lantern-lined lanes jam solid once the tour buses land after midday, so morning departures win. At Shifen you release a sky lantern from working train tracks; step clear when the bell rings.

1.From Taipei: Shifen, Jiufen, and Yehliu Guided Day Trip

Discover Taiwan’s northeast coast with a well-organized guided day trip from Taipei, exploring Shifen, Jiufen, and Yehliu Geopark for a memorable experience.

Most Popular★ 4.6

“Super amazing day out full of great sights and scenery! Thomas Wu, our energetic and knowledgeable tour guide as fantastic! We were sent detailed information about the meeting point and itinerary via WhatsApp and were given more than enough time at each stop for our…”

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2.From Taipei: Yehliu, Jiufen, and Pingxi Day Tour

Discover Taiwan’s highlights on this full-day tour from Taipei, visiting Yehliu Geopark, Jiufen, and Pingxi with expert guides, scenic views, and local treats.

★ 4.7

“the tour has been a wonderful experience. our guide Kevin has been a very professional guide and a kind person, always available for each request. i recommend him and the service in general. Simone”

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3.Taipei: Jiufen Night View and Shifen Day Tour

Discover Taiwan’s northeast with this guided tour featuring Shifen Waterfall, sky lanterns, and Jiufen's mountain charm—perfect for culture and nature lovers.

★ 4.6

“Brilliant day/evening trip with Nina. We had a mixture of tourists but she made sure we were all happy and helped pointing out the exact positions for perfect photos. Really happy I got out of the noise and traffic to go on this great trip.”

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4.Yehliu, Jiufen & Pingxi Day Tour From Taipei

Discover the hidden gems of Taiwan with our Yehliu, Jiufen & Pingxi Day Tour. Uncover breathtaking landscapes, ancient streets, and release your own sky lantern!

★ 4.5

“Kwan, out guide was outstanding from start to finish. He was knowledgeable, friendly, and genuinely passionate, which made the entire experience engaging and memorable. Everything was well organized, questions were always welcomed, Read more”

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5.From Taipei: Private Scenic Tour to Jiufen, Yehliu & Pingxi

Explore Taiwan’s highlights on a private day tour from Taipei, visiting Yehliu, Jiufen, and Pingxi with expert guides, stunning views, and local treats.

★ 4.9

“Chouly was a phenomenal guide and the best part of the tour! We loved everything about this experience!! There wasn’t quite enough time when you factor in the driving, so my only critique would be skip the tea, eat on the go, and get as…”

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6.Half Day Private Tour to Jiufen, Shifen Waterfall & Pingxi Sky Lantern

Immerse yourself in Taiwan's rich culture and natural beauty on a private tour to Jiufen, Shifen Waterfall, and Pingxi Sky Lantern – an adventure waiting to unfold.

★ 5.0

“What 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…”

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7.Small-Group Tour: Jiufen, Yehliu Geopark, and Shifen From Taipei

Discover the hidden wonders of Jiufen, Yehliu Geopark, and Shifen on this small-group tour from Taipei. Uncover breathtaking landscapes and cultural treasures with expert guides.

★ 4.5

“Martin more than delivered. We met at 830 and we were out until after 7 when he returned us to our hotel. Small group. Just 4 of us so very personalized. He didn’t rush us , and took us to a number of out of…”

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8.From Taipei: Shifen, Jiufen, and Yehliu Geopark Day Tour

Discover Taiwan’s northeast coast with this guided day trip from Taipei, featuring Shifen lantern release, Jiufen Old Street, and Yehliu Geopark.

★ 4.4

“This was a geeat tour , amazing value for money , Tommy our guide was perfrct , gave us just the right amoumt of time at each location and alway beat the queue”

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10.Yehliu & Jiufen & Shifen Day Tour (Departure From Ximending)

Yearning for adventure? Uncover hidden gems in Taiwan's Yehliu, Jiufen, and Shifen on a day tour from Ximending, where surprises await at every turn.

★ 5.0

“Karen was a fantastic tour guide - we learnt a lot of interesting facts about Taiwan - she was always working hard to make it a great experience for the group - and the places we visited were great - get to enjoy the views…”

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11.Private Jiufen & Pingxi Day Tour With English-Speaking Guide

Discover the hidden gems of Jiufen and Pingxi with an English-speaking guide. Explore the enchanting streets, stunning landscapes, and experience the essence of Taiwan in one unforgettable day tour.

★ 5.0

“We really enjoyed this tour, mostly because our tour guide was absolutely fantastic. James was knowledgeable, fun, courteous, professional & polite. I honestly couldn't imagine a better tour guide. I highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Taiwan.”

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14.One-Day Private Chartered Car Tour in Taipei: Yehliu, Jiufen, Pingxi, North Coast Popular Attraction

Explore the wonders of Taipei in just one day! From stunning rock formations to ancient streets, embark on an unforgettable private chartered car tour. Click now!

“We had Eric as our private driver and (defacto guide). His enthusiasm for showing tourists his country was evident. We had 8 hours with him and I gave him the free reign to determine our itinerary and route. In that time he ensured that we…”

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15.7-Hour Jiufen Night View, Shifen Waterfall & Raohe Market Tour

Experience the magic of Jiufen's night view, marvel at Shifen Waterfall's beauty, and indulge in the vibrant atmosphere of Raohe Market. Don't miss this unforgettable tour!

★ 4.5

“Our tour guide Vince was great. He has lots of energy and knowledge and made the day a lot of fun. Plan for inclement weather even if the city says it will be nice. Lots of rain. Better to have more than needed. There will…”

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5.0Jiufen, Shifen and Houtong Cat Village Private Tour$110.00 4.8Taipei: Jiufen and Shihfen Half Day Tour5 hours$68 5.0Yehliu, Jiufen & Shifen Private Tour From Taipei With Pickup$275.00 5.0Keelung Shore Excursion: Yehliu Geopark, Jiufen, Houton Cat Village Private Tour$179.00 4.5Yehliu, Golden Waterfall, Jiufen, Shifen Day Tour$41.00 5.0Half Day Private Tour to Yangmingshan National Park and Yehliu Geopark$105.00 4.9Taipei: Jiufen, Shifen Waterfall and Pingxi Sky Lantern Tour6 hours$95 5.0Private Trip to Jiufen Yehliu Geological Park$190.00 5.07-Hour Join tour – Jiufen Village & Shifen Town$39.00 4.8Taipei: Jiufen,Shifen & Houtong Cat Village Private Day Tour7 hours$107 5.0Yangmingshan, Yehliu, Jiufen & Shifen Private Tour From Taipei$208.85 5.0[Private] Jiufen Village & Shifen Town From Taipei With Pickup$283.00 4.5Private Tour: Jiufen Gold Rush Town and Yehliu National Geopark From Taipei$126 4.9From Taipei: Full-Day Trip to Jiufen, Yehliu, Shifen & More9 hours$94 5.04-Hour Private Yehliu Geopark Tour$170.00 3.5Taiwan Coastal Delight Tour Yehliu, Jiufen and Shifen$48.42 4.9Taipei: Yangmingshan, Shifen, Jiufen & Yehliu Private Tour12 hours$211 4.5Jiufen, Jinguashi, Peace Island Park, and Raohe Night Market Day Tour.$90.00 5.06 Hours Private Charter from Taipei in Shifen and Jiufen$210 5.0Taipei: Yangmingshan, Yehliu, and Jiufen Shifen Day Tour10 hours$110 5.0Jiufen Night Tour From Taipei$85.00 4.4From Taipei: Old Gold Rush Town Jiufen Guided Night Tour8 hours$65 5.01 Day North Coast Yehliu Jiufen and Shifen Private Tour$400.00 5.0Day Trip to Jiufen by a Private Charter! (4 Hours)$110.00