Taipei Nature & Outdoor

Taipei Nature & Outdoor Tour

From Yangmingshan to the North Coast · 4-Day Taipei Mountain & Water Walking Tour

4 Days 3 NightsTaipei1,200 – 1,680 USD

4Days

3Nights

1Destinations

1,200From

NatureHikingPhotographyHot Springs

Overview

Trip Overview

Taipei is a city embraced by mountains and sea. Over four days we hike from Yangmingshan's sulfur valleys to the grasslands of Qingtiangang, gaze at the Yin-Yang Sea from Jiufen, photograph the Queen's Head at Yehliu Geopark, and soak in hot springs at Wulai and Beitou. With a guide who knows every trail, we measure Taipei's other silhouette on foot.

Highlights

Trip Highlights

✓Yangmingshan National Park: Sulfur Valley, Xiaoyoukeng, and Qingtiangang Grassland
✓Beitou Hot Springs: Soak in a Japanese Colonial-Era Hot Spring Village
✓Yehliu Geopark: Queen's Head, Fairy's Shoe, and Honeycomb Rocks
✓Jiufen and Yin-Yang Sea: Mountain Town Night Views and Unique Coastal Landforms
✓Wulai Log Cart and Waterfall Trail: Atayal Indigenous Mountain Forest
✓Elephant Mountain Trail: The Best Spot for Taipei 101 Night Views
✓Private car transfers throughout, no need to wait for buses
✓Includes 3 nights in a 4-star city hotel near an MRT station

Day-by-day

Day-by-day Itinerary

1DAY中国台湾

Day 1: Yangmingshan · Beitou Hot Springs

BreakfastNot included · Own arrangement

MorningIn the morning, head to Yangmingshan National Park to visit Sulfur Valley, Xiaoyoukeng, and the Visitor Center, and learn about volcanic landforms and fumaroles.

LunchIncluded · Yangmingshan wild vegetable restaurant · Includes set meal with mountain produce and wild vegetables

AfternoonIn the afternoon, go to the Qingtiangang Grassland Trail to see cattle and grassland scenery, then descend to the Beitou Hot Spring area.

DinnerIncluded · Beitou hot spring hotel · Includes hot spring kaiseki meal

EveningIn the evening, stroll around the Beitou Hot Spring Museum and Thermal Valley, check in to a hot spring hotel for a soak, and enjoy a night in a Japanese-style hot spring village.

TransportPrivate carStay4-star hotel in Beitou Hot Spring area

2DAY中国台湾

Day 2: Yehliu Geopark · Jiufen Mountain Town

BreakfastIncluded · In hotel · Buffet breakfast

MorningIn the morning, head to Yehliu Geopark to photograph Queen's Head, Fairy's Shoe, and Honeycomb Rocks, with a guide explaining the formation of sea-eroded landforms.

LunchIncluded · Yehliu seafood restaurant · Includes set meal with fresh seafood

AfternoonIn the afternoon, move on to Jiufen, stroll along Shuchi Road and Jishan Street, and visit Shengping Theater and A-Mei Tea House.

DinnerNot included · Jiufen Old Street · Own arrangement; A-Gan-Yi Taro Balls recommended

EveningIn the evening, view the Yin-Yang Sea and the Thirteen Levels Ruins night scenery in Jiufen, then stay in Jiufen or return to a Taipei city hotel.

TransportPrivate carStay4-star hotel in Taiwan, China city area

3DAY中国台湾

Day 3: Wulai Log Cart · Waterfall Trail · Atayal Tribe

BreakfastIncluded · In hotel · Buffet breakfast

MorningIn the morning, head to Wulai, take the Wulai Log Cart to Waterfall Station, stroll along the Wulai Waterfall Trail, and enjoy the canyon scenery of Nanshih River.

LunchIncluded · Wulai Atayal flavor restaurant · Includes Indigenous-style meal

AfternoonIn the afternoon, visit an Atayal tribe, experience Indigenous culture, taste maqaw sausage and millet wine, then soak in Wulai hot springs.

DinnerNot included · Shida Night Market · Self-arranged

EveningIn the evening, return to Taipei city and visit Shida Night Market or Gongguan shopping district for a free dinner.

TransportPrivate car + log cartStay4-star hotel in Taiwan, China city area

4DAY中国台湾

Day 4: Xiangshan Trail · Taipei 101 · Airport Transfer

BreakfastIncluded · In the hotel · Buffet breakfast

MorningIn the morning, head to Xiangshan Trail and climb to the Six Giant Rocks viewing platform to photograph Taipei 101 and the city skyline while enjoying the morning light.

LunchNot included · Xinyi Shopping District · Self-arranged

AfternoonIn the afternoon, visit the Taipei 101 Observatory or enjoy free time in the Xinyi Shopping District to buy souvenirs.

DinnerNot included · Depending on flight schedule

EveningDepending on flight time, head to the airport and conclude the Taipei nature and outdoor journey.

TransportMRT + private carStayNone (airport transfer on the same day)

Hotels

Hotel Reference

Destination	Hotel	Rating	Room type	Nights
Taiwan, China	Beitou Hot Spring 4-star hotel (e.g., Beitou Lixi Hot Spring Hotel or equivalent)	4-star	Standard Twin Room	1 night
Taiwan, China	4-star hotel in downtown Taipei (e.g., Taipei Garden Hotel or equivalent)	4-star	Standard Twin Room	2 nights

Activities

Recommended Activities

Yangmingshan National Park

A volcanic landform national park near Taipei, famous for Sulfur Valley and Qingtiangang.

Beitou Hot Spring

A hot spring village developed during the Japanese occupation period, famous for the Hot Spring Museum and Thermal Valley.

Yehliu Geopark

A sea-eroded landform park on the North Coast, with the Queen's Head as its landmark sight.

Jiufen Old Street

A mountain town old street that preserves Japanese occupation-era architecture and teahouse charm.

Wulai Waterfall

A waterfall scenic spot in Wulai Atayal Township, accessible by mini train.

Xiangshan Trail

The best hiking trail for photographing the Taipei 101 night view.

Add-ons

Add-on Services

Item	Destination	Details	Currency	Fee	Remark
Beitou Hot Spring Private Hot Spring Room	Taiwan, China	2-hour private hot spring room experience	CNY	Price negotiable	Advance reservation required
Yehliu + Jiufen Photography Guide	Taiwan, China	A professional photography guide accompanies you and instructs on composition	CNY	Price negotiable	Minimum 4 people to depart
Wulai Atayal Tribal Experience	Taiwan, China	Indigenous culture guided tour and handmade experience	CNY	Price negotiable	Reservation required 3 days in advance

Included / Not included

Pricing

Included

3 nights in a 4-star hotel twin room (breakfast included, including 1 night at a hot spring hotel)
Private car transfers throughout and shuttle connections between attractions
Admission tickets to attractions listed in the itinerary (Yehliu, Wulai Log Cart)
3 lunches + 1 dinner (including kaiseki cuisine at the hot spring hotel)
Chinese/English outdoor guide service
Travel agency liability insurance and accident insurance

Not Included

Round-trip international airfare
Taiwan Entry/Exit Permit fee
Optional activities not included in the itinerary and personal expenses
Some dinners to be paid on your own
Tips for guide and driver (suggested USD 10 per day)
Additional hotel expenses such as laundry and minibar
Additional costs incurred due to force majeure

Notes

Good to Know

This is a private customized tour, available with a minimum of 2 people, and the hiking intensity can be adjusted according to your fitness level.
Outdoor activities are highly affected by weather. In case of typhoons or heavy rain, the itinerary will be adjusted and unused fees will be refunded.
Please wear non-slip hiking shoes, bring rain gear, sun protection and drinking water. For the hot spring area, please bring your own swimsuit (some hot spring rooms are nude bathing).
The quotation does not include airfare. If you need us to book flights, please inform us of your departure city and date in advance.

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