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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.

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

“Had a wonderful day exploring the Taipei surroundings with Tony! He was very approachable and shared lots of interesting information throughout the tour. Despite the awful weather, he kept everything running perfectly. Thank you, Tony, for a great and well-organised experience - highly recommend! 🌟”

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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

“The tour is well organized and not too rushed. We did get to see quite a bit that day and had time to have a proper lunch and do a bit of shopping as well. The only downside was that it heavily rained the entire…”

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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

“We had a great day with our wonderfull guide Steven. I recommend starting the tour early (8:00 the latest), so you evoid the big tourist busses at the geological park. As the tour includes the main attractions in the region, you will allways have lots…”

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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

“It was great to have a private tour with direct hotel pickup. Roger was very communicative and shared great info about the areas we were visiting. The weather was rainy but being able to do the lanterns was amazing! Loved the foods he recommended and…”

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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

“What a deal! $113 CDN for the wife and I. Mind you it was a Mandarin speaking driver and I don’t speak Mandarin. Wife speaks very little. Communication worked out well with the help of Google Translate. It was supposed to be a group tour…”

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9.Full-Day Tour in Shifen, Jiufen and Yehliu of Taipei

Discover the hidden gems of Taipei with our full-day tour! Immerse yourself in the charm of Shifen, Jiufen, and Yehliu, and create memories that will last a lifetime.

★ 4.5

“What wonderful tour. Sara was a great ambassador for Taipei. She was full of fun ready to help and gave us lots of information. It was a joyfull tour and great sights. Only disappointed with not being dropped off at the pickup point (Taipei main…”

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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

“Cannot recommend this tour enough. Thank you to Paul, who not only was a warm and lively guide but also one of the kindest guides we have ever had the pleasure of meeting. I suffered allergies while on your and he took the time to…”

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12.Taiwan TST: Private Tour Taipei Yehliu, Chaojing, Shifen, Jiufen

Discover Taiwan's highlights on a private full-day tour featuring Yehliu Geopark, Jiufen, Shifen Waterfall, and more — perfect for flexible, immersive exploring.

★ 5.0

“We travelled in a private car with Tony. We had a really great time: a few smaller places was included and when we did not want to visit the Shifen Waterfalls due to crowds, Tony was very accomodating and took us to light lanterns instead.…”

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13.Keelung Shore Excursion: Jiufen & Shifen Sky Lantern Private Tour

Hoping to uncover hidden wonders in Keelung? Join us on a journey through Jiufen and Shifen for an unforgettable experience.

★ 5.0

“Wonderful Day! Lovely street market, amazing waterfalls and to top it off we were able to select, write our wishes on, and release a lantern.!!!! Our sweet guide Charky picked us up from the cruise terminal in a very nice Mercedes van. He was so…”

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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!

“Private car tours offer the flexibility to alter the time spent at each attraction. Paul, my driver/guide, shared the history plus a narrative of the surrounding towns & culture.”

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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

“The tour was so much fun. It took us to some of the most beautiful and unique locations in Taiwan. Our guide Mia was amazing as well!! She was very knowledgeable and helpful and kind.”

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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