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Northern Taiwan Tour: Houtong, Pingxi, Jiufen, Shifen
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69 Ratings
Taipei
Explore Northern Taiwan: Houtong Cat Village, Jiufen Old Street, and Shifen Waterfall. Enjoy a private tour with hotel pick-up and drop-off in Taipei City.
Explore Northern Taiwan: Houtong Cat Village, Jiufen Old Street, and Shifen Waterfall. Enjoy a private tour with hotel pick-up and drop-off in Taipei City.
Duration:
7 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Taipei - Begin your journey with a pick-up from your hotel in Taipei City.
- Shifen Waterfall - Discover the picturesque Shifen Waterfall, situated in Pingxi District, New Taipei City, Taiwan, along the upper stretches of the Keelung River.
- Shifen Old Street - Explore Shifen Old Streets in the Pingxi area, a network of lanes and alleys…
- Taipei - Begin your journey with a pick-up from your hotel in Taipei City.
- Shifen Waterfall - Discover the picturesque Shifen Waterfall, situated in Pingxi District, New Taipei City, Taiwan, along the upper stretches of the Keelung River.
- Shifen Old Street - Explore Shifen Old Streets in the Pingxi area, a network of lanes and alleys around the Shifen railway station, perfect for engaging in lantern activities.
- Cat Village Houtong - Visit Houtong, a former prosperous mining town in Ruifang, celebrated for its well-preserved railway culture from the Japanese era in Taiwan.
- Jiufen Old Street - Wander through Jiufen Old Street, a narrow, winding alley filled with shops, teahouses, and restaurants, offering a glimpse into traditional Taiwanese life.
- Taipei - Conclude your tour with a drop-off at your hotel in Taipei City.
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Toll fees
- In-Person English and Mandarin Guide
- Surcharges on fuel
- Lantern flying experience in Pingxi - Shifen Station
- Parking fees
- Private transportation
- Toll fees
- In-Person English and Mandarin Guide
- Surcharges on fuel
- Lantern flying experience in Pingxi - Shifen Station
- Parking fees
What's Not Included
- Meals and beverages
- Other personal expenses
- Meals and beverages
- Other personal expenses
Additional Information
Explore the allure of Northern Taiwan with this exclusive private tour. Start your journey at Houtong Cat Village, then enjoy the distinctive activity of launching a sky lantern in Pingxi. Wander through the historic Jiufen Old Street, renowned as the muse for Miyazaki’s Spirited Away. End your adventure by marveling at the breathtaking Shifen Waterfall…
Explore the allure of Northern Taiwan with this exclusive private tour. Start your journey at Houtong Cat Village, then enjoy the distinctive activity of launching a sky lantern in Pingxi. Wander through the historic Jiufen Old Street, renowned as the muse for Miyazaki’s Spirited Away. End your adventure by marveling at the breathtaking Shifen Waterfall and discovering Shifen Old Street, celebrated for its local charm and famous railroad. The tour offers convenient hotel pick-up and drop-off in Taipei City, ensuring a seamless experience.
Location
Taipei
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
5.0
(69 Ratings)
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V4883uqjessicas
Feb 26, 2026
Fantastic tour - This tour was fantastic. Our tour guide, Bubble, was wonderful. I was with a small group of friends and we all thought it was the perfect day. The waterfall is especially cool, and Bubble tailored what we did in Jiufen and Shifen to make sure we were able to do everything we wanted. I would recommend this you to any group.
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Jennifer_v
Feb 10, 2026
The tour was fun and... - The tour was fun and interesting. Aaron was very knowledgeable and made the experience even better! Would definitely recommend.
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Lili_t
Feb 10, 2026
Henry was... - Henry was great/knowledgable and took great photos. Felt relaxed pace and kindly dropped us off at a night market/gave recommendations for what to do in Taipei. Great trip!
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Oinkwell
Jan 31, 2026
An amazing experience with a top-class guide! - This was my third time taking a Jiufen tour but a first for some of my family, though we all agree our guide Vincent was one of the best we’ve ever had in any of our travels! Although it was raining the whole time, we had so much fun on this tour that we didn’t even mind the weather. Vincent was incredibly knowledgeable and took us off the beaten path in some areas so that even those of us who’d seen the sights before were able to have new experiences. In our group we had a senior with minor mobility problems as well as two young kids, and he was incredibly considerate and accommodating to them. One of our kids in particular bonded with him so much that she wouldn’t let go, and he took it all in stride. Overall, we really loved this tour and highly recommend it, especially if you happen to get a guide as wonderful as ours!
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Jwtsbsf
Jan 24, 2026
Wonderful Private Day Tour to Jiufen, Shifen and Houtong Cat Village - Splendid day touring Jiufen, Shifen and Houtong Cat Village with a private guide, Hicks, who was a pleasure! Hicks not only had excellent English, but he was cheerful, polite, and very knowledgeable about each of the areas we visited. Furthermore, he was exceptionally good at taking photos with my phone--so he helped preserve some wonderful memories. The day began with a lovely 50 minute drive to Shifen Waterfall which is just gorgeous, and we took a gentle walk-hike all around the area. Jiufen is an extraordinarily beautiful city with some of the finest cliff views of the ocean and island I have ever seen. The shops and cobblestone roads are colorful and fascinating to explore, especially near dusk. For cat lovers, Houtong Cat Village is a must--and while I am more of a dog person, I went to send pictures and information to my cat-loving sister. Lots of fun, busy day--well organized, smoothly run, and terrific guide, Hicks. YOLO travel did a wonderful job putting this package together and I do recommend it.
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E2240epjessical
Jan 15, 2026
Nice Experience - Vincent was very accommodating and personable. We had elderly and he made sure we took shortcuts to avoid as many stairs as possible. It is also truly door to door service. Picking up from the hotel was extremely convenient. I would recommend to those who want an English tour guide.
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Catherine_r
Jan 14, 2026
Great Tour - Roger was an awesome driver and guide. He showed us some of the best food spots in Jiufen, including for stinky tofu, and went above and beyond for us. We had a great day with him!
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Pedro_f
Jan 8, 2026
Trip with Junior - Went with a friend and had a great time. Junior was very knowledgeable on various different topics and even showed us an extra stop. Highly recommend.
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Tsleeps
Jan 3, 2026
Wonderful tour with Nana! - 100% highly recommend YOLO Taiwan! We booked a full day private tour of Shifen Waterfall, Shifen Old Street, Houtong Cat Village, and Jiufen for 15 people. First, I have to give our tour guide Nana a huge thank you for her excellent information about each location, precise guidance to the best places to take photographs (she is a professional photographer and took the photos with the best angles!), patience for our large group with kids and seniors (we never felt rushed even though we had slower walkers), and overall wonderful experience! She could also speak English, Mandarin, or Taiwanese for our group. The bus was very comfortable to fit our 15 persons, and the driver was very skilled to navigate tight corners and drove very smoothly. Skip the “tour sites” like Viator and book directly with these local companies to save lots of money. We saved over $500 by booking directly, and I could customize our trip as needed . Frank was easy to communicate with to organize our trip. For our next tour, I would definitely book with YOLO and request Nana if I can! Thanks!
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105tamilal
Dec 26, 2025
Amazing Day Trip - I am so glad I booked this private tour for our family of 5. Aaron came to pick us on time from the hotel and from there on it was pure magic as he know the best places/views/food.
We released our family lantern took amazing pictures by the waterfall and ate delicious lunch with the view on the Pacific. Aaron told us alit about Taipei. Top experience! Highly recommend.
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