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The 15 Best Tours in Taiwan

302 tours  ·  from $1

A week here usually means Taipei plus two or three days out of it, and the choosing is the hard part. The 15 below are the ones that earn their slot, priced and timed, with the full catalogue underneath when you want to go deeper.

From Taipei: Shifen, Jiufen, and Yehliu Guided Day Trip - Shifen Old Street and the sky lantern ritual
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From Taipei: Shifen, Jiufen, and Yehliu Guided Day Trip

1.Shifen, Jiufen, and Yehliu Guided Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,654 reviews · 9 hours · from $31Our pick

Travel from Taipei to Shifen, Jiufen, and Yehliu Geopark on a nine-hour guided trip. Release a wish lantern, see Shifen Waterfall, explore Jiufen Old Street, and find the Queen’s Head rock. Shared tours meet at Taipei Main Station, while private tours include hotel pickup. Guides speak Chinese, English, or Japanese.

“The trip to some of Taipei’s most remarkable, historically/culturally significant and, it has to be said, beautiful spots in a 9 hour excursion was nothing short of spectacular. As I remarked to our wonderful guide Jerry - who is fluent in multiple languages - I felt, in the limited time I have in Taipei, I had seen so much in one day that I could not possibly have achieved otherwise. A beautifully curated package, the visitor gets to revel in the uncanny curiosity that is Yehliu Geopark (with yesterday’s wild ocean, particularly stunning); the power of the the Shifen waterfall, the delights of the food stalls and the particular pleasure…”

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Full-Day Private Custom Taipei City Tour - Longshan Temple starts the day with Taipei’s spiritual side
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Full-Day Private Custom Taipei City Tour

2.Full-Day Private Custom Taipei City Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 911 reviews · from $126Top rated

Spend about eight hours exploring Taipei in a private air-conditioned vehicle with hotel pickup. Your guide can shape the day around temples, history, food, shopping, Taipei 101, or Elephant Mountain. Guides such as Vincent, Ben, Henry, and Nicolas are praised for clear explanations, photos, local food tips, and flexible pacing.

“Excellent selection for a day tour , our tour guide & driver is very professional & knowledgeable of the tourist spots that we visited . We ha.d great time in all the places we visited ,”

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From Taipei: Yehliu, Jiufen, and Pingxi Day Tour - Yehliu Geopark: Taiwan’s coast shaped into stone
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From Taipei: Yehliu, Jiufen, and Pingxi Day Tour

3.Yehliu, Jiufen, and Pingxi Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 892 reviews · 9 hours · from $65

Spend nine hours exploring northern Taiwan with an English, Chinese, Japanese, Vietnamese, or Traditional Chinese speaking guide. Visit Yehliu Geopark, Jiufen, Shifen Waterfall, and Shifen Old Street, with transport, park admission, and a shared sky lantern included. Guides such as Kevin Su, Tony, and Chiara are known for clear directions and local stories.

“James was a great guide. Van was super nice. We are a family of 5, kids 4, 7, 11. Kids were super comfortable in the van and enjoyed all the activities.”

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Taipei: Jiufen Night View and Shifen Day Tour - Meeting at Taipei Main Station
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Taipei: Jiufen Night View and Shifen Day Tour

4.Jiufen Night View and Shifen Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 870 reviews · 7 hours · from $31

Travel from Taipei to Shifen Waterfall, Shifen Old Street, and Jiufen with a licensed Chinese, English, or Japanese speaking guide. You will have time for a sky lantern, local snacks, tea culture, and Jiufen’s lantern-lit streets. Shared and private options are available, with drop-off at Raohe Street Night Market.

“This was a great trip with a lot included. Although the weather was quite wet when we visited in December, it was still amazing to see the waterfall, release lanterns in Shifen, and explore Jiufen at night. A note for those who don’t enjoy crowds - Jiufen can be very busy. We also appreciated being dropped off at Raohe Night Market at the end, where there was so much delicious food!”

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Taipei: Taipei 101 Observatory Deck Entry Ticket - The 37-second elevator ride
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Taipei: Taipei 101 Observatory Deck Entry Ticket

5.Taipei 101 Observatory Deck Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 847 reviews · 1 - 365 days · from $19

Ride Taipei 101’s express elevator to the 89th floor in 37 seconds, then explore observation levels, telescopes, city views, the 660-tonne damper, and an outdoor platform on the 91st floor. Standard tickets use a redemption machine, while Fast Track tickets go straight to the counter and priority lane.

“The elevator! It’s a long queue! But over all we love it!”

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Full-Day Private Northern Taiwan Tour from Taipei with Pickup - Jiufen Old Street: stairways, snacks, and mountain views
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Full-Day Private Northern Taiwan Tour from Taipei with Pickup

6.Full-Day Private Northern Taiwan Tour from Taipei with Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 782 reviews · from $126

Spend about eight hours exploring Northern Taiwan in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with hotel pickup and drop-off. Your route may include Yehliu Geopark, Jiufen, Shifen Waterfall, Houtong, or Yangmingshan. Guides such as Junior, Vincent, Cody, Jack, and Sean are praised for local insight, flexible pacing, safe driving, and great photos.

“Very enjoyable and interesting tour! My guide Cody was very friendly, informative and had a genuine desire to provide a wonderful experience. I would highly recommend this tour!”

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The Award-Winning Private Food Tour of Taipei: The 10 Tastings - Key points to know before booking
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The Award-Winning Private Food Tour of Taipei: The 10 Tastings

7.The Award-Winning Private Food Tour of Taipei: The 10 Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 716 reviews · from $90

Walk Taipei’s Zhongzheng District with a private guide such as June, Eva, Sonia, Judy, or Garen. You’ll taste up to 10 Taiwanese foods, visit Dongmen Market, hear stories about Taipei Prison Wall, and receive personal restaurant tips. Departure times are flexible, and dietary alternatives are available.

“This is a fantastic way to learn about the food culture in Taipei! We got to try so many yummy dishes throughout the tour and definitely left with full bellies and wanting more time to try more! Eva was an incredible tour guide as the dishes and restaurants she selected showcased the diversity of cuisine in Taipei.”

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5-Day Best of Taiwan: Sun Moon Lake, Tainan, Kaohsiung, Hualien

8.5-Day Best of Taiwan: Sun Moon Lake, Tainan, Kaohsiung, Hualien

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 578 reviews · from $715

Circle Taiwan by air-conditioned coach on a five-day trip from Taipei to Sun Moon Lake, Tainan, Kaohsiung, Kenting, the East Coast, and Yilan. You’ll visit temples, coastal parks, a whisky distillery, and the National Center for Traditional Arts. Guides such as Alan Chou, Ciao, and Eric are praised for clear commentary, humor, and smooth organization.

“I wanted to travel around Taiwan, but I was worried about the logistics. This tour took care of everything! The accommodations were spectacular, the food was incredible, and the sitess were breathtaking. I traveled as a solo woman and always felt safe. This is the perfect tour for first timers visiting Taiwan.”

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From Taipei: Thousand Island Lake and Pinglin Tea Plantation - The drive into Shiding’s mountain country
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From Taipei: Thousand Island Lake and Pinglin Tea Plantation

9.Thousand Island Lake and Pinglin Tea Plantation

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 519 reviews · 5 hours · from $40

Leave Taipei with an English-speaking guide such as James, Grace, or David for a five-hour trip through Shiding and Pinglin. You will see Thousand Island Lake, Bagua Tea Garden, tea fields, the Pinglin Tea Museum, and a local tea shop where an instructor demonstrates proper brewing and serves samples.

“Our guide was so much fun. He made the whole tour worth it. Transportation was set up good and the tea tasting was very interesting.”

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Taipei: Food Tours w/ Top 10 Taiwan Food (Breakfast/Dinner) - Starting the morning in Dihua Street
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Taipei: Food Tours w/ Top 10 Taiwan Food (Breakfast/Dinner)

10.Food Tours w/ Top 10 Taiwan Food (Breakfast/Dinner)

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 517 reviews · 150 - 270 minutes · from $44

Choose a breakfast walk through Dihua Street or an evening visit to Taipei’s oldest night market. You’ll taste at least seven Taiwanese foods, including Michelin rated street fare, learn how to order bubble tea, and stop at a 7-Eleven to see local food culture up close. English speaking guides include Mina, Cornelia, Leo, Cyndi, and others.

“Great guide great tour! I definitely had better food in Taiwan but this is very much worth it to try a bunch of new foods. Plus the no hunger guarantee means you can just keep eating! Highly recommended.”

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Taipei: Priority Pass Taipei 101 Observatory Deck Ticket - Collecting the pass on the fifth floor
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Taipei: Priority Pass Taipei 101 Observatory Deck Ticket

11.Priority Pass Taipei 101 Observatory Deck Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 467 reviews · 1 day · from $38

Use a QR voucher to collect a physical Priority Pass at Taipei 101’s 5th-floor counter, then take the express elevator to the 89th-floor observatory. You’ll see Taipei from indoor and outdoor viewing areas, watch the 37-second lift ride, and visit the 660-tonne tuned mass damper. The pass also speeds your return trip.

“Amazing. Just make sure to check weather in advance if you can. Skip the line is the way to go! Saves time.”

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Small-Group: Yehliu, Jiufen & Pingxi Day Tour from Taipei - Yehliu Geopark and the Queen’s Head
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Small-Group: Yehliu, Jiufen & Pingxi Day Tour from Taipei

12.Small-Group: Yehliu, Jiufen & Pingxi Day Tour from Taipei

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 463 reviews · from $85

Spend about nine hours beyond Taipei with a licensed guide such as Kevin, Walter, Julie, or Kwan. Visit Yehliu Geopark, Jiufen Old Street, Shifen Waterfall, and Shifen’s railway village, with a shared sky lantern launch included. An air-conditioned vehicle, a maximum of 20 people, and a drop-off option at Taipei 101 make the day easy to manage.

“This was a great itinerary for a day trip. Julie, our guide, was very experienced and made sure we saw as much as possible. Would highly recommend this trip for anyone wanting to get out of the city for a bit and experience what else this beautiful country has to offer. Shifen waterfall was particularly beautiful.”

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Private Taroko Gorge Day Tour from Hualien with Local Expert - Taroko National Park and the marble gorge
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Private Taroko Gorge Day Tour from Hualien with Local Expert

13.Private Taroko Gorge Day Tour from Hualien with Local Expert

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 457 reviews · from $75

Spend about eight hours exploring Taroko Gorge and Hualien in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking local guide. The route can include marble canyon views, Qingshui Cliff, Sakul Trail, Qixingtan, and the Japanese-era General Hall. Guides such as Alex, Vincent, Sam, and Jimmy are praised for local insight and flexibility.

“Disappointed that Taroko gorge closed but guide Vincent ensured I had an interesting day touring the east coast”

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Private Tour to Jiufen, Yehliu Geopark, and Pingxi - Yehliu Geopark and the Queen’s Head
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Private Tour to Jiufen, Yehliu Geopark, and Pingxi

14.Private Tour to Jiufen, Yehliu Geopark, and Pingxi

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 435 reviews · from $126

Spend about eight hours exploring northern Taiwan with a private guide and air-conditioned vehicle. Visit Yehliu Geopark, Shifen Waterfall, Shifen Old Street, and Jiufen. Guides such as Vincent, Nana, Junior Wu, and Henry are praised for clear English, local food tips, flexible pacing, and family support. One sky lantern per car, parking, tolls, bottled water, and park fees are included.

“Nana was an exceptional guide who not only provided information about each site, but also shared historical details about the sites that made our visit more memorable. She personalized our schedule to minimize crowds and avoid heavy traffic times. Nana is very personable and thoughtful, she even went out of her way to take great photos of our group and to ensure that we had an unforgettable experience. We had seniors with mobility issues and Nana made sure that everyone enjoyed a great tour. Nana is a fantastic guide so grab Nana if possible for a great tour.”

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4-Hour Morning Cycling City Tour (incl. breakfast) - Wenchang Temple and Shuanglian Market
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4-Hour Morning Cycling City Tour (incl. breakfast)

15.4-Hour Morning Cycling City Tour (incl. breakfast)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 407 reviews · from $83

Start at 9:00 am with a traditional Taiwanese breakfast, then ride through old Taipei with a guide such as Mike, Tony, Rita, or Priscilla. Visit temples, markets, Dihua Street, Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall, and the riverside. The ride is mostly flat, capped at nine people, and includes a bicycle, helmet, water, tea or coffee, and rain jacket.

“Mike was quite knowledgeable and pleasent. The tour was awesome !! It combined historical places as well as current important locations and memorials , government offices, river, ...”

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