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A street with people releasing red lanterns into the sky. 1
A cat sitting on a rocky ledge overlooking a busy street with a bridge in the background. 2
A multi-tiered waterfall with cascading water over rocks and lush greenery. 3
A street with red lanterns, traditional architecture, and a sign with Chinese characters. 4
A narrow street lined with traditional buildings, adorned with hanging lanterns and banners. 5
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Price is AU$81 per adult
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Features

  • 9h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Explore the highlights of northern Taiwan on this full-day tour combining nature, culture, and charming historic towns. Begin at Shifen Waterfall, Taiwan’s widest waterfall, where scenic forest paths and viewpoints provide beautiful photo opportunities. Continue to Shifen Old Street, famous for its railway tracks and traditional sky lantern tradition, offering a unique cultural experience.

    Next, visit Houtong Cat Village, a delightful stop known for its friendly cats, cat-themed artwork, and relaxed village atmosphere. Enjoy free time to stroll, take photos, and explore small cafés and shops. The journey then leads to Jiufen Old Street, a former gold-mining town filled with narrow lantern-lit alleys, local food stalls, and panoramic views of the Northeast Coast.

    Ideal for couples, families, and solo travellers, it’s a perfect choice for those seeking memorable sights, local culture, and stunning

Activity location

  • Shifen Waterfall
    • No.10 Gankeng Road, Nanshan Village
    • 226, Pingxi, Taiwan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Taipei Main Station
    • 100, Liming Village, Taipei City, Taiwan

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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Day Tour

  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English
Starting time: 8:30 AM
Price details
AU$81.01 x 1 AdultAU$81.01
Total
Price is AU$81.01

Day Night Tour

  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English
Starting time: 11:30 AM
Price details
AU$111.74 x 1 AdultAU$111.74
Total
Price is AU$111.74

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Transport

Know before you book

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Transport options are wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Total tour duration includes transport time.
    • Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure to check in with the guide
    • Due to typhoon damage to the railway, train service between Shifen Old Street and Houtong Cat Village is temporarily suspended immediately.

Activity itinerary

Shifen Waterfall

  • 50m
  • Admission ticket included
Begin your day with a visit to Shifen Waterfall, the widest waterfall in Taiwan and often called the “Little Niagara of Taiwan.” Enjoy a scenic walk along the forest trail and suspension bridge, with time to admire the powerful cascades and take photos of the surrounding natural landscape. If the Shifen Waterfall suspension bridge is undergoing annual maintenance, an alternative route will be taken, which may require additional walking. Please be advised.

Shifen Old Street

  • 50m
  • Admission ticket included
Continue to Shifen Old Street, famous for its railway track running through the village. Stroll along the tracks, explore local shops, and experience the traditional sky lantern release (optional, at own expense), a memorable cultural activity symbolising wishes and good fortune.

Cat Village Houtong

  • 1h 40m
  • Admission ticket included
Visit Houtong Cat Village, a unique and charming destination known for its friendly cats and cat-themed art. Walk through the village, enjoy free time to interact with the cats, take photos, and explore small cafés and souvenir shops in a relaxed atmosphere.

Jiufen Old Street

  • 2h 10m
Head to the historic Jiufen Old Street, a former gold-mining town set on the mountainside with stunning coastal views. Wander through narrow alleyways lined with traditional food stalls and teahouses, sample local snacks, and enjoy panoramic scenery of the Northeast Coast.

Location

Activity location

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    Shifen Waterfall
    • No.10 Gankeng Road, Nanshan Village
    • 226, Pingxi, Taiwan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Taipei Main Station
    • 100, Liming Village, Taipei City, Taiwan
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    Ximen
    • 32-1 Baoqing Road
    • 100, Ximen Village, Taipei City, Taiwan

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