Jiufen and Pingxi Day Tour
ID: GYG1038240-1600308
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Country: Taiwan
Country: Taiwan
Duration: 08:00 hours
Description
Discover the charm of Jiufen, Shifen, and Pingxi on a day trip from Taipei. Release sky lanterns, sip tea in Jiufen, and see the unique “Yin-Yang Sea” in Ruifang.
Begin your adventure with a convenient pickup from your accommodation in Taipei City. Head to Jinguashi, a quaint coastal town famous for its former gold mines. Tour the Thirteen Ruins, an abandoned refinery high up in the mountains overlooking the gold and blue Yin Yang Sea of Ruifang.
Next, visit the coastal town of Jiufen, said to be the inspiration for the Miyazaki classic Spirited Away. Wander the narrow cobblestone streets and the Japanese-style Amei Teahouse. Sip tea in the mountainous, anime-like village of Jiufen.
Finally, cast your wishes into the heavens with the help of lanterns in Shifen, Pingxi, Taiwan’s lantern festival capital. Learn how to create your own sky lantern and release it into the sky.
Begin your adventure with a convenient pickup from your accommodation in Taipei City. Head to Jinguashi, a quaint coastal town famous for its former gold mines. Tour the Thirteen Ruins, an abandoned refinery high up in the mountains overlooking the gold and blue Yin Yang Sea of Ruifang.
Next, visit the coastal town of Jiufen, said to be the inspiration for the Miyazaki classic Spirited Away. Wander the narrow cobblestone streets and the Japanese-style Amei Teahouse. Sip tea in the mountainous, anime-like village of Jiufen.
Finally, cast your wishes into the heavens with the help of lanterns in Shifen, Pingxi, Taiwan’s lantern festival capital. Learn how to create your own sky lantern and release it into the sky.
Highlights
- Immerse yourself in the charm of Jiufen, the inspiration for Spirited Away
- Release sky lanterns in Shifen, home to Taiwan’s lantern festival
- Sip tea in the mountainous, anime-like village of Jiufen
- See the unique “Yin-Yang Sea” in the old mining town of Ruifang
- Visit the spectacular Golden Waterfall and the Thirteen Ruins
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
INCLUDED
- Pick-up and drop-off at your accommodation in Taipei City
- A professional English speaking tour guide
- Lesson in sky lantern creation
- Travel insurance
NOT INCLUDED
- Food and drinks
- Gratuity
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.