7-Hour Join tour - Jiufen Village & Shifen Town
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4.7/5
Based on 29 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is 7-Hour Join tour - Jiufen Village & Shifen Town worth booking?
7-Hour Join tour - Jiufen Village & Shifen Town is a 7.5-hour experience in Taipei, Taiwan, from $42 per person. It scores 73 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.7/5 rating across 29 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 73 / 100
- Rating
- 4.7/5 (29)
- Duration
- 7.5 hours
- From
- $42 per person
Jiufen and Shifen are two of the most popular destinations for a day trip from Taipei. Jiufen is famous for its nostalgic atmosphere and stunning mountain views. Enjoying a cup of Taiwanese tea at a traditional teahouse
What you get
About this experience
Jiufen and Shifen are two of the most popular destinations for a day trip from Taipei. Jiufen is famous for its nostalgic atmosphere and stunning mountain views. Enjoying a cup of Taiwanese tea at a traditional teahouse is definitely a must-do experience while visiting. Shifen, another charming old town that is well known for its railway tracks and sky lantern tradition. Visitors can stroll along the old railway and release their own sky lanterns with wishes written on them. During Weekends & Holidays: There will be traffic control during weekends and holidays. All guests are required to take the Jiufen shuttle to Jiufen Old Street, which only takes 10 minutes to arrive. Please prepare an Easycard with at least NT$30 value in it, or bring a total of NT$30 in cash (NT$15 for one way) for paying the shuttle bus ticket.
What's included
Included
- Professional guide
- Round-trip shared transfer
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Transportation
- Insurance
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Public transportation (bus, subway, cable car, etc.)
What you'll see and do
Shifen Old Street
The street runs alongside active train tracks, lined with shops selling traditional snacks and souvenirs. It is a dream place where you can enjoy the sky lantern activity at your own expense. Write down your wishes on the sky lanterns and release it into the sky to have an unforgettable memories.
50 minutes here
Shifen Waterfall
Often called the "Little Niagara of Taiwan," Shifen Waterfall is Taiwan’s widest waterfall. The water’s powerful flow and mist create beautiful rainbows on sunny days, adding a magical touch to the experience.
50 minutes here
Jiufen Old Street
You can stroll in its old cobblestone street and witness the historical period of gold mining during Japanese colonial age. Now Jiufen’s streets and architecture retain a distinctly nostalgic atmosphere, making it one of Taiwan's most popular tourist destinations.
150 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Taipei
Meeting Point: Taipei Main Station (Exit M3) Meeting Time: 9:15 Departure Time: 9:30 Please look for guide in yellow uniform. To respect all participants, the tour will depart on time. Late arrivals will not be accommodated. Thank you for understanding.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Meeting Point: Taipei Main Station (Exit M3) Meeting Time: 9:15 Departure Time: 9:30 Please look for guide in yellow uniform. To respect all participants, the tour will depart on time. Late arrivals will not be accommodated. Thank you for understanding.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- zh-TW, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- MyProGuide Inc.
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- The tour duration will be adjusted due to traffic jam or weather.
- This tour includes a lot of walking, please measure your physical condition.
- Not recommend for older travelers who inconvenient to walk.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 29 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Photo opportunities
3 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Traveler reviews
29 verified traveler reviews for 7-Hour Join tour - Jiufen Village & Shifen Town. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Incorrect Information Given
This review is for the tour company ProTourGuide . They gave us the wrong start time of 9 am instead of 1:15. After much run around they offered to book us on a tour with an extra stop and pay for entrance fee to the park which turned out to be about $3 USD. They told us to go to the meeting point and they left without us as it was booked so we were again stranded and had to call and wait two plus more hours before they got us on another tour. I purposely booked a small tour of 15 or under passengers as we were with my elderly mom. They said it was an upgrade but it was a large tour bus with about 40 people . The bus was difficult for my mother to navigate. I repeatedly asked for some discount to compensate for the wasted time and inconvenience as well as the tour was not what we expected but they denied us. It seems they only cared about keeping our money then making us feel like they cared about their customers and their experience .
via Viator
Colourful
First stop Shifen Waterfall which is Taiwan’s widest waterfall, measuring about 40 metres wide and 20 metres high. Often called the “Little Niagara of Taiwan. The famous sky lanterns are released in Shifen Old Street, right on the railway tracks that run through the town. Then to Jiufen is a historic hillside village in northern Taiwan that became prosperous during the gold-mining boom of the late 1800s. Today it is famous for its narrow lantern-lit streets, traditional teahouses, local snacks, and stunning views over the Pacific Ocean.
via Viator
Great hospitality (but a bit fast)
The tour is really great, Nana (Josephina) is super professional and fast, with a great sense of hospitality. We did the afternoon tour: Shifen falls, shifen old town (lanterns) and Jiufen by night. The first 2 spots are done very fast, no time for shopping or to go to the rest room, but we enjoyed. Jiufen by night was amazing, you feel lost in an animation. We got time to have a great traditional black tea in Jiufen tea house.
via Tripadvisor
Crazy experience.
We signed up for a small tour. What we got was a massive chaotic tour with the guide do the tour in three different languages. It was so chaotic that people were making jokes that this must be the first time they got into touring business. I gave it 2 stars since the places we visited were very nice.
via Viator
Charming Villages of Taiwan
Pauline is an excellent tour guide! Well organized and lots of communication. The villages and the geo park were amazing even in the rain. This was an awesome experience. Thank you for a very memorable tour!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 7.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 10
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 73
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
7-Hour Join tour - Jiufen Village & Shifen Town: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Taipei.
How much does 7-Hour Join tour - Jiufen Village & Shifen Town cost?
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Prices start at $42 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Taipei usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does 7-Hour Join tour - Jiufen Village & Shifen Town take?
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Plan for about 7.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Taipei is not rushed.
Is 7-Hour Join tour - Jiufen Village & Shifen Town worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 73 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.7/5 across 29 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Taipei, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule 7-Hour Join tour - Jiufen Village & Shifen Town?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is 7-Hour Join tour - Jiufen Village & Shifen Town suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 7.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book 7-Hour Join tour - Jiufen Village & Shifen Town?
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Around 10 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Taipei can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Taipei and add a light layer if any part of the 7.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does 7-Hour Join tour - Jiufen Village & Shifen Town start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Taipei within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Taipei?
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On Outty we rank every Taipei experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Full-Day Private Custom Taipei City Tour, Private Tour to Jiufen, Yehliu Geopark, and Pingxi, Full-Day Private Northern Taiwan Tour from Taipei with Pickup. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Taipei?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Taipei?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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