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Jiufen Day Tour from Taipei: Houtong Cat Village, Railway Ride, Shifen Sky Lantern | Taiwan

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  • Book a Jiufen Old Street & Yehliu Geopark day tour for an unforgettable Taipei day trip with a bilingual Chinese-English walking tour
  • Visit Yehliu Queen’s Head, Shifen Old Street, Jiufen Old Street, and Houtong Cat Village
  • Includes multilingual guide service for a stress-free and immersive local travel experience
  • Over The Planet offers exclusive instant booking with guaranteed departures—ideal for group tours for solo travelers

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One-day trip to Jiufen | Yehliu Geopark & ​​Shifen Waterfall & Houtong Cat Village & Jiufen Old Street

Inclusions

  • Tour bus round trip fares and tolls (the vehicle will be assigned based on the final number of people in the group)

  • Free ride on Taiwan Railway Pingxi Line train (Shifen Station to Houtong Station)

  • Tour guide and tour guide service fees

  • NT$2.5 million travel industry liability accident insurance plus NT$100,000 accident medical insurance

Exclusions

  • Yehliu Geopark Tickets

  • Jiufen area holiday shuttle bus, NT$15 per person, total round trip NT$30

  • Consumption caused by personal factors, such as drinks, personal shopping expenses, etc.

  • Personal travel safety insurance. According to regulations, travelers can purchase travel safety insurance on their own if they have individual needs.

  • Expenses not specified on this itinerary, any expenses arising from suggestions, self-pay or free travel

Additional Info

  • This activity has a [daily limit]. If the reservation period is full, other periods will be arranged. If it is acceptable, please place an order again.

  • Attraction route: Taipei Main Station → Yehliu → Shifen → Houtong Cat Village → Jiufen → Taipei Main Station

  • According to Taiwanese regulations: everyone is occupying a seat; please be sure to accurately provide the number of people (including the number of infants) when placing an order. If the number of people on the departure day is incorrect and the vehicle is overloaded, the service staff has the right to refuse the ride and no refunds will be given. Thank you .

FromR492.11Per Person
Available from 25th Jul 2025

What's included in Jiufen Day Tour from Taipei: Houtong Cat Village, Railway Ride, Shifen Sky Lantern | Taiwan

(Subject to Option Inclusions)
Yehliu Geology
Yehliu Geology
Jiufen Old Street
Jiufen Old Street
Shifen Waterfall
Shifen Waterfall
Shifen Old Street
Shifen Old Street
Taiwan Railway Pingxi Line train (new attractions from 2/7~)
Taiwan Railway Pingxi Line train (new attractions from 2/7~)
Houtong Cat Village (new attractions from 2/7~)
Houtong Cat Village (new attractions from 2/7~)

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-Itinerary Information-

  • Trip length: about 9~10 hours
  • Travel time: The time stated in the itinerary is for reference only. Due to road conditions or the large number of tourists, the itinerary sequence will be changed depending on the situation.

9:00 am Meeting location: Taipei Main Station North Gate 2, in front of Lion Travel Service
9:10 am The gathering is completed and the trip starts.
10:20 am Visit Yehliu Geopark (stay time: about 1 hour)
12:20 pm Witness Shifen Waterfall (stay time: about 50 minutes)
1:40 pm Walk freely in Shifen Old Street (stay time: about 50 minutes)
2:40 pm Take the Taiwan Railway Pingxi Line train at Shifen Station to Houtong Station (includes single-segment train ticket from Shifen Station to Houtong Station/per person)
3:00 pm Arrive at Houtong Station and walk freely in Houtong Cat Village (stay time: about 40 minutes)
4:30 pm Experience Jiufen Old Street and stroll freely (stop time: about 1 hour and 40 minutes)
7:40 pm Arrive at Taipei Main Station and end today’s itinerary



— What You Can Expect —

  • Yehliu Geopark
    Explore Yehliu Geopark, located in Wanli District, New Taipei City, where the remaining veins of Datun Mountain extend into the sea. Marvel at the unique formations created by weathering, sea erosion, and crustal movement, including mushroom-shaped rocks, sea caves, tofu rocks, candle-shaped rocks, and pots. Discover the internationally famous "Queen's Head" rock formation, a must-see natural wonder. (Ticket Information: https://www.ylgeopark.org.tw/Player/Info#Fare )

  • Jiufen Old Street
    Discover Jiufen, once known as the "Gold Capital of Asia," a mountain town in Ruifang District, New Taipei City. Established by early immigrants during the Qing Dynasty, Jiufen flourished in the late 19th century after placer gold was discovered, drawing a wave of gold diggers. By night, the shimmering lights from the mountain peaks were visible from Keelung Port, earning Jiufen the nickname "Little Shanghai" and "Little Hong Kong." Today, Jiufen retains its historic charm with traditional architecture and quaint streets, becoming a top tourist destination. Explore Jiufen Old Street, Peng Garden, and local delicacies, and visit nearby attractions like Jinguashi and Shuinan Cave to experience the captivating "Shuijinjiu" scenery.

  • Shifen Old Street
    Stop by Shifen Old Street and the Jing’an Suspension Bridge, popular photo spots for tourists. Situated near the train tracks, Shifen Falls is a curtain-shaped waterfall, often referred to as "Taiwan's Niagara Falls." A suspension bridge beside the waterfall offers a unique experience of watching the train while enjoying the view. The old street, bustling with shops, is directly connected to the railway tracks, letting you walk alongside them while shopping. Visitors can also buy sky lanterns, write wishes, and send prayers for themselves and loved ones. Friendly shopkeepers guide you in lighting the lanterns and even teach you how to capture beautiful photos with them.

  • Pingxi Railway Line Experience
    Opened in 1921, the Pingxi Line of Taiwan Railways has a history of over 100 years. Originally built during the Japanese occupation to transport coal from nearby mines, the line faced operational losses in the 1980s due to the closure of coal mines and population decline. Despite plans to shut it down, local efforts preserved the line, which has since been transformed into a popular tourist route.

  • Houtong Cat Village
    Houtong Cat Village, recommended by CNN as one of the top six cat-viewing spots in the world, is home to clean, friendly cats that are unafraid of people, making them perfect models for photography. To promote responsible cat feeding, the village has established a "Cat Information Station," featuring a cute cat-themed mural designed by an illustrator. The station’s outer wall includes catwalks and springboards, allowing cats to roam freely. Visitors can also observe the cats up close at outdoor wash basins and water tables, learning about their habits.

Inclusions

  • A minimum of 1 traveler(s) are required for the tour to depart. If the number of participants does not reach the minimum requirement, the tour will be canceled. An email regarding tour cancellation will be sent 2 day(s) before the departure date
  • In case of delays caused by traffic, weather, or other force majeure factors resulting in the cancellation of some itinerary attractions, please contact customer service. We will arrange a partial refund for you
  • Please arrive at the designated location 15 minute(s) before the scheduled departure time, as the tour will depart on time
  • Passengers agree that after ordering and paying for this product, they will be responsible for the costs incurred if they want to cancel or postpone it.
  • To ensure smooth contact during the trip, passengers must provide a Taiwanese mobile phone number or communication software, such as Line, WhatsApp or WeChat. If there is any loss due to failure to contact you, the passenger shall bear the relevant responsibility. Please be informed.
  • This itinerary is a walking method from Shifen Waterfall to Shifen Old Street. There are dozens of stairs along the way and it is not completely flat. The walking time is about 20 minutes.
  • During holidays and consecutive vacations, passengers must take the shuttle bus to Jiufen at their own expense, which costs NT$15 per person and a total round trip of NT$30.
  • Weather conditions will affect the state of the natural scenery. Please note that if you are unable to see it, no refunds will be given. Please understand.
  • Our company operates in compliance with the relevant regulations of the Tourism Bureau and signs travel contracts with tourists. Please refer to the Domestic Tourism Standardized Contract for detailed cancellation regulations. The above notification date must be based on the normal working hours announced by the Personnel Administration Bureau. If the time is exceeded, it will be calculated on the following working day. Please forgive me.

Meet

Venues

  • Meet In Front Of Lion Travel Service Next To The North 2nd Gate Of Taipei Main Station
    Between09:00 - 09:10
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Meeting / End Points

  • Yehliu Geopark

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Valid Period

The voucher must be used on the selected date and within operating hours; Invalid after expiration

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