• Tongluo - Upon meeting the tour guide, the journey to Miaoli and Hsinchu, the picturesque rural regions in northern Taiwan, begins. Relax and enjoy the scenic 2-hour drive to Taiwan’s countryside.

The first destination is Chiuhu Terrace in Tongluo, Miaoli County. Each November, the chrysanthemums bloom spectacularly, transforming the terrace into a stunning yellow and white floral carpet, perfect for photography.

Tongluo is Taiwan’s largest chrysanthemum cultivation area, thanks to its mild climate and fertile soil. Strolling through the farmland, visitors can enjoy the pastoral beauty and the refreshing aroma of chrysanthemums, which is both relaxing and invigorating. In Taiwan, chrysanthemums are used to enhance the color, flavor, and nutrition of food, or to make herbal tea. Recently, chrysanthemum liquor has been introduced, making it an excellent souvenir choice.

• Gongguan - Besides chrysanthemums, Miaoli County is renowned for being the sole region in Taiwan that grows red dates (jujubes). Red dates are often used in Chinese herbal medicine to treat digestive issues, skin conditions, fatigue, and more. Rich in iron, they also aid in blood replenishment and circulation. At lunchtime, enjoy a nutritious and delicious meal featuring red dates, perfect for satisfying your autumn cravings and keeping you warm.
• Xincheng Fengtang Leisure Park - After lunch, the tour proceeds to Baoshan, Hsinchu County. Xincheng Community in Baoshan was once a key sugar-producing area in northern Taiwan. It has now been transformed into a leisure park that educates visitors about the local sugar industry from seed to feed.

Sugarcane was a vital cash crop in Taiwan’s early days, providing income and jobs to rural communities. At Xincheng Fengtang Leisure Park, learn about the evolution of Taiwan’s sugar industry and experience rural life through hands-on sugarcane harvesting activities, including reaping and juicing.

• Weiweijia - During autumn in Taiwan, the vibrant red-orange persimmons are hard to miss. Before concluding the tour, visit Wei Wei Jia Persimmon Tourist Farm in Xinpu, Hsinchu County, famous for its dried persimmons. The sunlight illuminating the golden-yellow peeled persimmons on drying racks creates excellent photo opportunities, making the farm one of Taiwan’s most Instagrammable spots during this season.

Beyond enhancing your social media presence with stunning photos, learn about the traditional process of making dried persimmons and witness the transformation of golden-yellow peeled persimmons into sweet red-orange snacks. Whether or not you are a persimmon enthusiast, a visit to the farm in autumn will enrich your journey!

After an enjoyable and informative rural day tour, a 1-hour ride will bring you back to Taipei, arriving around 17:30.

• Lunch
• Professional licensed tour guide (Mandarin / English)
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• Sugarcane harvesting experience
• Local general liabilities insurance

• Beverage
• Gratuities

Autumn marks the harvest season in Taiwan, offering a wonderful time for savoring delicious cuisine and enjoying stunning autumn landscapes. Embark on this seasonal tour to Hsinchu and Miaoli to experience the tranquil rural lifestyle of Taiwan.

As autumn eagerly arrives, the chrysanthemums in Tongluo, Miaoli, begin to bloom quietly in November. Besides the chrysanthemums, Miaoli is renowned as the sole region in Taiwan cultivating red dates. During this tour, relish a nutritious and delectable lunch crafted with red dates to satisfy your autumn cravings and keep you warm this season.

To delve deeper into Taiwan’s rural life, visit Xincheng Fengtang Leisure Park in Hsinchu, where you can engage in the authentic rural experience by participating in sugarcane harvesting.

Before concluding the tour, explore Wei Wei Jia Persimmon Tourist Farm in Hsinchu, famous for producing dried persimmons and recognized as one of the most Instagrammable spots in Taiwan during this season.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.