Yehliu, Jiufen & Pingxi: Day Tour From Taipei

About this experience

Yehliu, Jiufen & Pingxi Day Tour From Taipei This full-day guided tour takes you to three of northern Taiwan's most distinctive destinations in a single trip. You'll explore the wind-carved rock formations of Yehliu Geopark, wander through the historic gold mining streets of Jiufen, and participate in the traditional sky lantern ceremony in Pingxi. The tour includes comfortable transport between all locations and professional guidance throughout. Starting from Taipei, you'll visit Yehliu's famous Queen's Head rock formation and other geological wonders shaped by coastal erosion. At Jiufen, you'll explore the atmospheric old streets that once bustled with gold miners, now filled with teahouses and local food stalls. The highlight comes at Pingxi, where you'll write wishes on a sky lantern and release it into the sky, following a tradition that has become synonymous with Taiwan. The tour concludes with a visit to Shifen Waterfall before returning to Taipei. What is Included Roundtrip transfers from Taipei in air-conditioned vehicle Professional licensed guide (Mandarin and English) All entrance tickets and insurance Sky lantern experience in Pingxi Good to Know This is a full-day tour with comfortable transportation provided between all locations. The guide provides commentary in both Mandarin and English. Meals and drinks are not included, so you're welcome to bring your own snacks or purchase food at the various stops. For the sky lantern activity, lanterns are shared among groups of 3-4 people, so solo travellers may be paired with others. The tour is family-friendly, though children should be supervised around the geological sites and during the lantern release. Arrive on time for departure and follow your guide's safety instructions throughout the day. If you're planning to explore more of Taiwan's cultural attractions, consider booking a National Palace Museum tour to discover the world's finest collection of Chinese art and artefacts. For those interested in Taipei's urban highlights, a Taipei city highlights tour covers the capital's major temples, markets, and landmarks in detail.

Highlights

• Explore the wind-carved rock formations of Yehliu Geopark
• Walk the historic gold-mining streets and stairways of Jiufen
• Launch a traditional sky lantern in the Pingxi ceremony
• All transport between Taipei and the three sites included
• Professional guide provides context throughout the full-day itinerary
• Covers three distinct northern Taiwan destinations in a single trip

What is included

• Return transport from Taipei to all three locations
• Professional guide throughout the full day
• Sky lantern ceremony participation in Pingxi
• Visit to Yehliu Geopark and its rock formations
• Walk through Jiufen's historic gold mining streets

Not included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off transfers
• Meals and drinks throughout the day
• Personal expenses and souvenir shopping

Before you go

This tour does not include meals or drinks; bring your own snacks if needed Wear comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing Bring photo ID for ticket validation at Yehliu Geopark The tour is not wheelchair accessible Follow your guide’s schedule to ensure timely transfers

Cancellation terms

Cancel for free until 24 hours before your visit date and get a full refund. Rescheduling is possible until 24 hours before your visit date.