From Taipei: Maokong Gondola & Tea Culture Day Tour
ID: GYG1456558-2223319
Category:
Country: Taiwan
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Discover Taiwan's tea culture on a guided tour from Taipei. Ride the Maokong Gondola, visit a tea plantation, and participate in a traditional tea ceremony.
Begin your day with a convenient pickup from your accommodation and head to the Maokong Gondola. Enjoy a scenic ride over the mountains and take in the breathtaking views of the lush hills.
Next, visit the Chi Nan Temple, a beautiful and historic site. Afterward, stop for lunch (at your own expense) before continuing your journey to the stunning Thousand Island Lake.
Take a leisurely walk through the tea fields, learning about the history and cultivation of Taiwanese tea. Then, visit a traditional tea house for a tea tasting and ceremony, where you'll sample various types of locally grown, organic teas.
Finally, relax as you are driven back to your accommodation, reflecting on your day immersed in Taiwan's rich tea culture.
Highlights
- Discover Taiwan's tea culture on a guided tour from Taipei
- Enjoy a scenic ride over the mountains on the Maokong Gondola
- Visit a picturesque tea plantation and meet local tea masters
- Participate in a traditional Taiwanese tea ceremony with a tea master
- Explore the Thousand Island Lake and take a walk through the tea fields
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
- The Maokong Gondola will close temporarily due to safety concerns whenever it encounters lightning or heavy rain. In the event this happens, a private scenic ride driving through the hills of Maokong will be substituted. Travelers can choose a full refund for the affected booking.
- The exact pick-up time and tour guide’s contact number will be advised two days before tour departure.
INCLUDED
- Pick-up and drop-off from your accommodation
- A professional English speaking tour guide
- For groups of two guests or under, the tour may be operated by a professional driver-guide.
- Admission ticket(s) for Maokong Gondola
- 5-seater sedan/9-seater van
- A tea ceremony
- Travel insurance
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.
