Keelung Shore Excursions: Jiufen & Shifen Adventure

Discover the history and natural beauty of northern Taiwan on a private tour of Jiufen Old Street and Pingxi Sky Lantern. Experience the stunning Shifen Waterfall, explore the charming Shifen Old Streets, and learn about the wartime history of Jiufen. Enjoy Muslim-friendly services and delicious halal meals along the way.

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Jiufen Old Street - Enter Jiufen, the whimsical hillside town where narrow alleys lead to unexpected discoveries and staircases twist like a labyrinth. Follow your nose to the aroma of sizzling street snacks, where culinary adventures await around every corner. Feel like you’ve stepped into a Miyazaki film as you navigate through the bustling…
What's Included
  • Travel Insurance provided
  • Air-conditioned private vehicle
  • Keelung Port pickup & drop-off
  • Chinese & English-speaking driver guide
  • Fees of sky lanterns (4 people per lantern)
What's Not Included
  • Food & drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Other personal expense
Additional Information

Join our 8-hour private Keelung Shore Excursions to Jiufen & Shifen tour that’ll have you exploring like a local and laughing like a pirate in no time!
First stop: Jiufen, where ancient streets weave tales of mystery and charm. Get lost in the labyrinth of alleyways filled with tantalizing street food and quirky shops. Keep your eyes peeled for spirited…

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Loise918
Sep 22, 2025
Delightful Tour and Guude - When we read that the tour was private we thought it probably meant a small bus. We were delighted to learn that Jennifer was our private tourguide and driver for my daughter and me. She did a great job of showing us everything, putting it in perspective, and maneuvering so I could eliminate some of the walking ( I am 91). We saw so much, had lumch in Old Street Juifen, saw the Golden Water Falls and sent up our wishes in the lantern and saw many other beautiful places. Jennifer was ready for our every need, including umbrellas when it started to rain, and taking pictures of all our adventures. I would recommend this tour and Jennifer to anyone who wants a great experience.
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Michael_e
Sep 17, 2025
A wonderful excursion from Keelung Harbor. - Jennifer was waiting when we arrived in the terminal with a wonderful smile. Her car was very comfortable and she asked us questions as we drove and customized the upcoming itinerary for our pleasure. Jennifer has a strong family history in Taiwan, her father came over with Chiang Kai-shek so she was able to share a rich perspective of the country and it's history. We did everything in the itinerary and more, "just down this street is another temple (or something else), would you like to see it?" was very common. She took care to explain the interesting melding and acceptance of different cultures and religions, often in the same temple. Her food recommendations were perfect. She provided water and a very thoughtful gift. She graciously accommodated my wife's physical limitations. I HIGHLY recommend Jennifer for a wonderful experience in Taiwan.
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F1691zzmichaele
Sep 17, 2025
A wonder excursion from Keelung Harbor - a lantern to the sky. - Jennifer was waiting when we arrived in the terminal with a wonderful smile. Her car was very comfortable and she asked us questions as we drove and customized the upcoming itinerary for our pleasure. Jennifer has a strong family history in Taiwan, her father came over with Chiang Kai-shek so she was able to share a rich perspective of the country and it's history. We did everything in the itinerary and more, "just down this street is another temple (or something else), would you like to see it?" was very common. She took care to explain the interesting melding and acceptance of different cultures and religions, often in the same temple. Her food recommendations were perfect. She provided water and a very thoughtful gift. She graciously accommodated my wife's physical limitations.. I HIGHLY recommend Jennifer for a wonderful experience in Taiwan.
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Sanmateojoy
Sep 8, 2025
Beautiful Tour with a Wonderful Guide - We had a beautiful tour with a wonderful and very thoughtful guide. Our ship arrived 3 hours late, but Jennifer was there to greet us when we finally got off the ship. She took great care of my mom and I from start to finish. She helped us exchange money at the port. She helped my mom maneuver the old uneven streets at the slower pace she needed. She explained everything beautifully and helped us try new things. When it started pouring rain, she had umbrellas for us. She took many pictures of us everywhere we went for our keepsake memories. We enjoyed all of the sights and new experiences, such as sending our wishes in the air via a lantern. And Jennifer was the perfect person to guide us through everything.
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Wendy_f
Jun 26, 2025
Tony was an amazing... - Tony was an amazing guide. Definitely one of our best tours. And his photography — a bonus! He expertly guided us through Juifen - picked out a delicious dumpling restaurant. Then onto the sky lantern experience which was an unexpected highlight. The waterfall was absolutely beautiful. We had a perfect day with Tony! Highly recommend.
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Cheyannet2025
Jun 5, 2025
A perfect day trip - This is a great way to explore outside of Taipei without worrying about the logistics. Jennifer was a great tour guide and gave us history of the area and some great food and drink recommendations.
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574rimam
Jun 2, 2025
Fantastic Tour With A Excellent Tour Guide - It was a spectacular time. Jennifer was a kind and caring guide who has great knowldge of all the different sites. She was just amazing !
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Kimberlykt8864pb
May 24, 2025
Amazing day in Jiufen & Shifen with the best tour guide we could’ve asked for! - This was an amazing tour! Our tour guide, Jennifer, was amazing and so sweet. She took the time to take us to unique places and explain things along the way such as the history, the various temples we saw and all the different foods. She translated for us and took an abundance of pictures for us which she sent to us for our keeping. I would highly recommend this tour. Definitely take the time to stop and have the tea experience at the Amie Teahouse. The releasing of the Lanterns is something we will never forget! Such a wonderful day!! And, if you can choose Jennifer, please do, you will not regret it! Best tour guide ever!!
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J9997dhjaniceg
May 13, 2025
Unforgettable! - The itinerary was absolutely perfectly paced and the activities were tailored made to my preferences. Jennifer was such a gem and she ensured my comfort and happiness throughout the journey from start to finish. She made sure to offer to take photos every step and every commend I made about what I wanted to see and eat was taken into account! 8 hours flew by with her and I cannot recommend her enough!
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Courtsara96
May 3, 2025
Best shore excursion (and guide) in Taipei - From the get go, our guide Jennifer was amazing. Leading up to our day tour, she was super communicative. On the day, she was informative and kind, and made our tailored tour perfect. We honestly couldn’t be happier. She made Taiwan beautiful. We highly recommend Justaiwantour to anyone visiting, you won’t regret it!
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From $89
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).