Top 10 Historical & Heritage Tours in Taipei, Taiwan

Taiwan may be a small island, however the lifestyle of local people is quite different from North and South. If you feel like to slow down a little bit, Southern Taiwan is a great place to enjoy a carefree vacation. Depart from Taipei to visit 3 top destinations in Southern Taiwan on this 3-day tour. Explore the harbor city of Kaohsiung by ferry and rickshaw, immerse yourself in natural beauty of Kenting National Park and stroll through several historical sites in the ancient capital city of Tainan. Breakfast will be provided on your second and third days and hotel accommodation will be provided on your first and second nights. This is a guided tour and the price also includes 2 one-way high-speed rail tickets and transport by an air-conditioned vehicle.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Air-conditioned vehicle, Professional tour guide, Admission fee and entrance ticket included in the itinerary, 1-way high-speed train ride from Taipei to Kaohsiung (standard class), 1-way high-speed train ride from Tainan to Taipei (standard class), Cijin ferry ride, Tricycle Rickshaw experience, 2-night hotel accommodation, Insurance

Exclusions: Gratuities, Lunch, Dinner

• Dadaocheng is undergoing a revival as art galleries, coffee shops, and specialty retailers join a multitude of traditional shops to create a colorful and vibrant neighborhood. • Experience Dihua Old Street style . And all kinds of traditional Chinese medicine shops, dry goods, north and south groceries, fabric silk collection area.Also the Baroque architecture. • 10:00 Pick up from your accommodation in Taipei city Taipei Confucius Temple  The Dalongdong Baoan Temple Taipei Xia-Hai City God Temple Dadaocheng Old Street Dihua Street • Buy the famous Taiwanese dessert-pineapple cakes! • 16:00 Drop off at your accommodation in Taipei city

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by private vehicle, Professional driver guide

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Overtime fee

Travel like a local with us! Take MRT to have a casual city tour in Taipei. Visit the must-see sites such as Bao-an Temple, Confucius Temple, Lin An-Tai Historical House, Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall and Nan-Men traditional market, and have photo stop at Taipei 101. Using MRT for transfer let you get rid of the traffic and give you more time to experience the extract of culture, history, custom and life in Taipei.

Inclusions: Professional English speaking guide, Pick-up and drop-off from designated meeting point, Taipei One Day Metro Pass, Admission fee and entrance ticket included in the itinerary, Insurance

Exclusions: Hotel pick-up and drop-off, Food and drinks, Gratuities, All personal expenses such as telephone bill, laundry, mini bar, pay TV and porterage.

Sun Moon Lake is a beautiful scenic area in Taiwan and a popular tourist destination. Besides the lakeside scenery, one can also enjoy boat rides, Taiwanese street food, gift shops, temples, a gondola, aborigine theme park, and more. It is for sure a must-see destination for anyone coming to vacation in Taiwan. • Visit Chung Tai Buddhism Monastery, one of the four biggest Buddhist monasteries in Taiwan. • Enjoy the natural beauty of Sun Moon Lake, a designated National Scenic Area, and visit Wen-Wu Temple, Tehua Village, and Holy Monk Shrine which dotted at the lakeside hill • Lukang Town is well-known for having the most gorgeous temples in Taiwan. The two most famous temples in Lukang are Longshan Temple and Tienhou Temple. Lukang Longshan Temple is the largest temple in Lukang, highly valued as the Hall of Taiwanese Art & Culture and the Treasure of Chinese Architecture.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Professional English-speaking guide, Site visits per itinerary, Overnight accommodation, Hotel pick-up and drop-off, Bottled water

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, All personal expenses such as telephone bill, laundry, mini bar, pay TV and porterage.

This is a private charter plan which goes to Shifen waterfall, Shifen old street and Raohe Night Market (optional). We provide drivers who can speak proper English/Japanese. Which makes you having no problem when communicating with the driver. This tour will take you to the widest waterfall in Taiwan, Shifen waterfall. And Shifen old street, which is famous for its sky lantern activity. Old saying says if you write down your wishes on the lanterns and set it off, your wish will come true. After Shifen, you can chose to go back to hotel as an end, or go to Raohe Night Market to taste some local street food. The tour duration to Shifen is about 4 hours, to shifen and Raohe Night Market is about 5 hours. Our driver will pick you up directly at hotel, or other preferred location if any. So don't forget to provide us pick-up location when you book!

Inclusions: Fuel surcharge, Driver, Hotel pickup, Hotel drop-off

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Sky lantern fee (The price is NT150~200 each depends on its color.)

When it comes to the love-hate relationship between Taiwan and China, some would say "it's complicated." Untangle this fascinating history with your host as you virtually tour the Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall in Taipei. Discover the architectural details of this gorgeous monument as well as stories of the man it was built for as you learn how Taiwan was born from the conflict in the twentieth century. Your host will give you a local's perspective as well as fill you in on where the feud stands today in this fascinating crash course in Tawainese history. New Top 3 Highlights: Visit the Chiang Kai-shek (CKS) Memorial Hall, modeled after the Taj Mahal. Hear an easy and interesting recap of the history between Taiwan and China. See the changing of the guard. **Google Meet link for virtual tour will be provided after the booking is confirmed.**

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Snacks

Ride a bicycle from Ruifang to Hou Dong, and follow the railway. The river slowed down. In the past, it was an important mining area in Taiwan. Hou Dong is not only a cute cat, but also has many precious mining history and memories. The footsteps seem to embark on a time machine to understand the historical memory that really belongs to the monkey cave. Culture, and stories

Inclusions: Tour Guide

Exclusions: Private transportation, Lunch

This is not just another city tour; this is the best of Taipei from a unique perspective! Get to know Taipei on a city tour that gives you the perfect overview, with city highlights, hidden gems, storytelling, and a local treat - this tour has it all! Forget about big touristy groups and the crowds; it's time to see Taipei at its best but from the eyes of a local. Check out main landmarks like Chiang Kei Shek Statue, Bao’an Temple, Maji Market and uncover hidden gems and city secrets with the help of a knowledgeable local guide. And the cherry on top, a local treat is included. Withlocals Highlights & Hidden Gems Private City Tour™ is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local produce and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups.

Inclusions: Private tour, Small-group tour option available, Private Guide, 1 local drink/tasting, Transportation

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Extra food & drinks

Explore Taiwan’s countryside and discover its beautiful scenery on this 3-day tour from Taipei. Sit comfortably on board an air-conditioned coach and hear interesting anecdotes and enlightening commentary about the sites you pass. Step off the bus with your guide to walk around the region’s hidden wonders including the town of Puli, picturesque Sun Moon Lake, the extraordinary Alishan National Scenic Area in the county of Chiayi and visit the Southern branch of National Palace Museum.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Air-conditioned vehicle, Professional tour guide, Admission fee and entrance ticket included in the itinerary, 1-way forest train ride from Alishan to Zhaoping, 2-night hotel accommodation (5-star), Insurance

Exclusions: Gratuities, Lunch, Dinner

Take a full-day tour of the highlights of the Northeast Coast including Yehliu Geopark, Golden Waterfall, Jiufen Old Street, Shifen Waterfall and Shifen Old Street. A shared tour operated in a small-group of no more than 8 people and includes round-trip transportation from your accommodation in Taipei City.a~

Inclusions: Hotel/Railway station pickup and drop-off, Fuel surcharge, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Air-conditioned vehicle, Driver/guide, Landing and facility fees

Exclusions: Entrance fees (Approximately $3), Food and drinks