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History & culture
Jiufen & Shifen Sky Lantern Private Tour
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Jiufen & Shifen Sky Lantern Private Tour is an 8-hour history and culture tour in Keelung, booked through Viator. From $155. Starts 8:00 am, 8:30 am, 9:00 am, 9:30 am, 10:00 am, 10:30 am and 11:00 am. Meets at Keelung Port has 2 different terminals. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before. Viator’s Worry-Free guarantee: if the tour runs late and you miss your ship, Viator gets you to the next port.
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About Jiufen & Shifen Sky Lantern Private Tour
Join our Keelung Shore Excursions to Jiufen & Shifen. 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 alley cats—they might just lead you to hidden treasures! And don't forget to channel your inner Spirited Away spirit at the iconic tea houses.
Next up: Shifen, the land of wishes! Ever wanted to be a train conductor? Well, now's your chance! Let loose as you launch sky lanterns into the heavens, sending your dreams soaring with them. And if you're feeling peckish, feast on Taiwan's tastiest snacks while watching mesmerizing waterfall shows.
So, pack your sense of humor, your appetite for adventure, and get ready. Book now, because life's too short for boring tours!
Reminder: Many Taiwan food stalls take cash only. Please bring NTD. An NTD exchange machine is available at Keelung Port.
What’s included in Jiufen & Shifen Sky Lantern Private Tour
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)
Not included
- Food & drinks
- Gratuities
- Other personal expense
Know before you go
Accessibility
- Service animals allowed
Is it suitable for children?
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
Health & fitness
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What to bring
- Reminder: Bring cash, comfortable walking shoes, and light jacket.
- Reminder: Many Taiwan food stalls take cash only. Please bring NTD. An NTD exchange machine is available at Keelung Port.
- One luggage for one traveler. Please don't bring oversize luggage.
Other
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- We provide travel insurance for every guests, so please provide information like full name, birthday, passport number, & nationality for each participant.
- Please note that tour itineraries may vary due to weather conditions and traffic, ensuring your safety and enjoyment.
- Jiufen Old Street: A fun maze for the adventurous, but a stair workout for others.
- Not a fan of stairs?
- No worries—we’ve got plenty of other great tours without the climb!
- Thank you!!!
- Starting January 1, 2025, Jiufen will enforce holiday traffic controls (8 AM–8 PM).
- A moderate amount of walking is involved.
Where Jiufen & Shifen Sky Lantern Private Tour starts
Meeting point & pickup
- Keelung Port has 2 different terminals.
- Important: please let us know are you arriving at East Passenger Terminal, or West Passenger Terminal?
- Please provide us the name of cruise ship, and time for pickup.
- Tour buses and private cars must park in designated lots, with visitors taking shuttle buses to Jiufen Old Street.
When it runs
Runs every day. Starts 8:00 am, 8:30 am, 9:00 am, 9:30 am, 10:00 am, 10:30 am and 11:00 am.
Schedule checked Oct 26
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