Experience Pingxi Sky Lantern and Shifen Waterfall from Taipei
Pingxi, a rural district in New Taipei City known for the world-famous “Pingxi Sky Lantern Festival”, is only one hour away from the downtown area of Taipei City. If you have plans in Taipei in the morning or evening, why not join us for a half-day adventure and make your trip more fulfilling?
With the help of your tour guide, you will learn more about each attraction you visit during this half-day tour: savor the charm and nostalgia of the 1940s in Shifen Old Street; take in the stunning scenery of Taiwan’s "Little Niagara Falls"—Shifen Waterfall; and experience the iconic tradition of flying sky lantern on the railway track.
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Group Tour (EN, CN, JP)
Tour type: Enjoy a join-in tour and meet people of all ages from different countries. (fixed meeting point)
What's included in Experience Pingxi Sky Lantern and Shifen Waterfall from Taipei
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Shifen Old Street
The first stop is Shifen Railway Station. The station is located down Keelung River from the waterfall area, right alongside Shifen Old Street, originally built for transporting coal during Japanese colonization. Today it stands as a reminder of Taiwan’s history. Shifen Old Street is lined with souvenir shops, sky lantern shops and eateries. You will also see a lot of people set up their sky lanterns on the railway track, getting ready to release them into the sky. Since you are here, of course, you will not miss out on the opportunity to experience this special tradition. Sky Lantern release in Taiwan originates from Shifen in Pingxi District, New Taipei City. Nowadays, the lanterns are used as the symbols of peace and good fortune. 3 or 4 people will share one lantern, and each of you can write down your wishes on one side of the lantern. Your tour guide will teach you how to release a sky lantern correctly, so you can fully enjoy the tranquil and peaceful moment.
Shifen Waterfall
Your tour continues with a visit to Shifen Waterfall. Shifen Waterfall is one of the most popular attractions in this area, widely-known as the “Little Niagara Falls” of Taiwan, a cascade-type waterfall similar to North America’s Niagara Falls. There are several viewing platforms near Shifen Waterfall, where the visitors can see the waterfall from different angles, even have a close-up look. On sunny days, if you are lucky, you can capture a beautiful rainbow created by the mist of this 20-meter tall waterfall as it splashes into the lake.
Inclusions
- Professional licensed tour guide (Mandarin / English / Japanese)
- Local General Liabilities Insurance
- Sky Lantern launching experience (3-4 people share 1 lantern)
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (if private option selected)
- Bottled water
- Gratuities
- Food and drink
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Each guest is allowed to bring one piece of carry-on baggage.
- If the group size is less than 7 people, your tour guide might also serve as the driver (driver-guide).
- Ensure you carry enough cash with you to cover your expenses for meals, beverages, souvenirs, tips, etc. Convenience stores and most of the eateries in Taiwan don't accept credit cards as a form of payment.
- Not recommended for travelers with physical disabilities.
- A small amount of walking is involved; comfortable shoes are recommended.
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Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Additional Information
When choosing the Private Tour option, you will be provided with a complimentary hotel pickup and drop-off service. For those opting for the Group Tour option, please meet your tour guide at the specified meeting point.
Meeting / End Points
- Please meet your tour guide at MRT Zhongxiao Xinsheng Station (BL14 /O07) at Exit 2. Please take the escalator to the ground level, your tour guide will be waiting for you near the exit with the tour operator's logo flag (EDISON TOURS).
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Ticket Redemption
Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.
