Taiwan · GUIDED
The 15 guided tours below, with what each one costs, how long it runs and who it suits.
See Shifen Waterfall, release a sky lantern, wander Jiufen, and explore Yehliu Geopark on a well-run northeast Taiwan day trip.
“Lyndon was an amazing guide. We all had a wonderful time and learned so much as well as tried the local regional foods and ice cream!”
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Explore Shilin Night Market with a private Taipei guide, choosing local snacks, temple sights, shopping stops, and cultural tips at your own pace.
“I had such a wonderful experience with my tour guide May. She took me to so many places in and around Shilin night market and I was able to try so many delicious local foods along the way. I would highly recommend this tour if you are visiting Taipei, I loved every minute of it!”
Explore Jiufen, Pingxi, waterfalls, and sky lanterns on a private Taipei day tour with hotel pickup and an English-speaking guide.
“We had an incredible day seeing the hidden parts of Taipei/Taiwan with our guide Thomas Han. He is so full of energy and so knowledgeable-he explained things to us and got us to important landmarks that you really could not get to on your own with public transportation. Most importantly he explained everything to us and gave us the background to all of the places we visited. We drive with him for 8 hours up into the mountains where these sites were located and he was a very careful and safe driver. Thomas made our day by taking us to hidden spots we knew nothing about!! I highly recommend requesting…”
Explore Maokong, Shiding, and Pinglin on a nine-hour Taiwan tea tour with gondola views, tea farms, museum exhibits, and tastings.
“Had a wonderful experience with the tea tour in Maokong with Kevin Su. Kevin was friendly, knowledgeable, and patient. He was also a great photographer and was always willing to take pics of us in the gorgeous areas we walked around. I would highly recommend this tour.”
A practical review of Taipei’s private Raohe Night Market tour, with local food tips, temple culture, guide support, costs, and drawbacks.
“We had a great guide, Rudy. It was very crowded since it was a Saturday night. Large variety of food and products.”
Build an eight-hour Taipei day with a private driver-guide, visiting Jiufen, Shifen, Yehliu, Taipei 101, or the sights you choose.
“Enjoyed our day; much better doing a private tour. We visited many places north of Taipei, and the driver was amiable and helpful.”
Shape a private Taipei walking tour around your interests, with a local guide, flexible timing, hotel pickup, and practical city advice.
“We had a beautiful day. Tommy Ko it’s the best, he is a great guide with lots of knowledge. We enjoyed the tour, it was amazing. Recommend 100%”
Review of Kaohsiung’s private port tour, with Fo Guang Shan, Lotus Pond, Pier-2, Formosa Boulevard, Sizihwan, and the British Consulate.
“The guide could not find us and did not communicate with me using What's Ap. We finally find him and he was a TAXI driver, not a licensed guide and DID NOT speak English. I told him to stop the car and we got out. He was filthy, the taxi Read more”
Explore Taipei’s temples, museums, old streets, memorials, Taipei 101, and Elephant Mountain with a private guide and hotel pickup.
“Our guide, James Feng, was very accommodating and he kindly provided us the time to do what tourists need to do at every site. We had a really great time.”
Review the Taipei National Palace Museum guided tour, including guides, timing, fees, group size, highlights, drawbacks, and booking advice.
“The guide Vicki was knowledgeable but needed to provide a brief summary before we started. Perhaps a break halfway through would be good.”
Walk Keelung’s temples, markets, alleys, and seaport with a bilingual local guide, snacks, a drink, and a finish at Miaokou Night Market.
“Our guide did not turn up & therefore our day in Keelung was ruined!”
Explore Taichung’s old town, railway heritage, local food, and make handmade sun cakes on this compact guided walking tour.
“We covered many of the highlights in Taichung, with a very knowledgeable guide. There were very interesting bits of trivia along the way, which were enjoyable. You learn about the history behind the city and some of the buildings in it, and also got to know some nice pastry shops in town. It's worth your while.”
See Taichung with a private local guide, from Rainbow Village and Miyahara Ice Cream to night-market food and modern art.
“Chin was a wonderful guide, and a good sport about continuing the tour despite the pouring rain. Very knowledgeable and informative, lovely to see places I likely would not have stumbled across on my own! My travel companion also speaks French and was delighted to find that our guide does as well. Just a wonderful experience!”
Compare Sun Moon Lake and Qingjing Farm on a full-day shared trip from Taichung, with a lake cruise, mountain views, and sheep at the farm.
“My husband and I had such a great experience on this tour. Our guide, Sammy, was very accommodating and was able to pick us up from our hotel instead of one of the set pick up spots. From there the rest of the day was very relaxing with Read more”
Explore Taipei by solving clues at Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall, Presidential Hall Plaza, and The Red House on a flexible app tour.
“A scavenger hunt was a different way to see a section of Taipei. We enjoyed the game for a more laid-back morning rather than joining a group running all around the city. It took us about 2 hours to complete. We learned some interesting facts about the different sites and even came across a bakery for a mid-game treat.”
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