Day Trips in Taipei

Gain a deeper understanding of Taiwan's cultural and architectural heritage on a tour of two prominent landmarks: the Bao'an Temple and Taipei Confucius Temple. You'll also visit a traditional Chinese medicine store, a tea factory, and Yongle Textile Market with your guide.

Drive along the Northeast Coast National Scenic Area of northeastern Taiwan and stroll through charming Jiufen on this guided half-day tour from Taipei. Marvel at the unique rock formations at the Nanya coastline and see Pitou Cape. You'll pass fishing villages and pastoral farmlands before enjoying the charming teahouse-lined streets of Jiufen, also known as Chiufen. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Travel from Taipei to Jinguashi, Jiufen, and Pingxi. These charming, old-world destinations are great for romantic outings, nostalgic walks, and dining in traditional restaurants and teahouses. Take in amazing views of the ocean and surrounding landscapes while getting taught about the area's history. Wander the narrow cobbled streets of Jiufen, a town famous for having been an inspiration for the Miyazaki classic Spirited Away. Make sky lanterns by yourself and release them to send your wishes to the heaven in Pingxi, known for its annual Sky Lantern Festival. Hotel pickup and drop-off included.

More than an evocative name and picturesque natural attraction, Taiwan's Sun Moon Lake boasts numerous religious, historic, and cultural attractions along its shores. Visit the biggest Buddhist temple in central Taiwan, a well-regarded winery and tea room, and a lookout with fabulous views of the lake on this guided day tour from Taichung, which includes hotel pickup and drop-off and tastings as per itinerary.

Admire the awe-inspiring natural beauty of Taroko Gorge, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of Asia, on this 13-hour tour from Taipei. There will be a guide to drop you off at the train station to let you hop on a train bound for Haulien; enjoy the scenic ride and learning about your destination on the way. Arrive at this top attraction and start exploring its sheer marble cliffs, winding tunnels and the vein of the Liwu River flowing through the gorge. Stop at a traditional Taiwanese restaurant for a lunch of typical local fare before heading to Chi-Hsing Beach and the Hualien Stone Sculpture Park. Lunch and round-trip transportation from Taipei hotels are included.

Experience the volcanic landscapes of Yangmingshan National Park and soak in the luxuriant Beitou (Peitou) hot springs on this half-day tour from Taipei. You'll drive past fumaroles and crater lakes, stopping for photo ops of the thermal activity. Then relax in the sulfurous waters at Beitou Hot Spring Park whose open-air municipal public baths were constructed during Taiwan's Japanese Colonial period. Round-trip hotel transport by air-conditioned coach is included.

Taiwan's Northeast Coast National Scenic Area is one of the country's most beautiful and best reputed; discover why on this day trip to Jiufen, Yehliu Geopark, and Shifen from Taipei. Travel with a guide and a small group of eight people or fewer to see the striking natural and cultural attractions of the region, including distinctive rock formations, waterfalls, and historical alleys lined with contemporary street food. This tour includes guided commentary (choose between Mandarin or English) and round-trip transportation from Taipei.

Visit Jiufen and Shifen on a day trip from taipei !  Prepare for your trip to Taiwan's mountainous interior with a door-to-door transport from Taipei hotels. Witness the historic villages and spectacular coast in Jiufen, enjoying your very first sky lantern experience in Shifen! Now grab your luggage, let's go to Jiufen and Shifen!And we don't have a minimum number of application, so no need to worry about sudden cancellation!Only on Finemakers!"»The tour starts at 13:00 every day."»Please note that we pick up travelers at selected hotel only. Hotel information listed in pick up details.

Explore the harbor city of Keelung and the Northeast Coast National Scenic Area of northeastern Taiwan on this half-day trip from Taipei. Your knowledgeable guide explains the unique rock formations at Yehliu Geopark and the significance of Keelung's statue of Guanyin, the Goddess of Mercy. Relax with air-conditioned coach transport including hotel pickup and drop-off, and pose for plenty of photo ops!

Take a less-traveled route to Taiwan's northern coast and find natural sculptures carved into the rocks at Yehliu Geopark. In addition, see masterpieces by renowned artists at the outdoor Juming Museum and browse the lively night market of old Keelung  - all in one day, round-trip from Taipei.

Ancient China, colonial Formosa and ultra-modern Taipei, all yours to experience on Ultimate Taipei Tour. You'll cover must-see places in style on this full day tour mixing tradition, history and places of scenic beauty.