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The tip-based introduction tour of Taipei takes you on a captivating journey through the old town to Ximen, unveiling stories and witnessing how history and its people shaped Taiwan's identity today. Have you ever wondered which foreign powers once ruled Taiwan? Are you familiar with the poignant stories behind the 228 tragedy? Do you know the remarkable journey that has transformed Taiwan into what it is today? Our tour will provide all the answers, offering deep insights into Taiwan's history, politics, and culture. This free walking tour leads you through many historic prominent sites. With our enthusiastic guides, you'll explore both well-known landmarks and hidden gems, ensuring an engaging, informative, and unforgettable experience! Please note the tip to the tour guide is not included in the booking fee.

Discover the beauty of Taiwan’s countryside on this 3-day tour from Taipei. Hear interesting anecdotes and enlightening commentary aboard your coach, and disembark to explore the picturesque region on foot with your guide. Drive around Sun Moon Lake, walk through the well-preserved Alishan National Scenic Area, and visit the town of Puli. Includes two nights’ accommodation near Sun Moon Lake and Chiayi with breakfast, plus round-trip transport.

TST is a certified travel agency in Taiwan, providing airport transfers and chauffeur-driven sightseeing services all around Taiwan Such as, Taipei Tour, New Taipei, Keelung, Taichung, Sun Moon Lake, Alishan, Kaohsiung for over 10 years. We are highly trusted for our safety and professional service, and we offer travel insurance to all our customers. TST represents the Taiwan Tourism Office and offers over 200 rental cars with license plates starting with the letter 'R.' The fleet includes 9-seater BENZ vehicles, as well as 5-seater cars, large buses, and mini buses. With over 10 years of experience and more than 600 positive reviews, they have a dedicated foreigners customer service team available year-round to assist customers. Our team includes the most professional travel planners and friendly guides, providing you with the most comfortable and clean vehicles and the most responsive customer service

Experience the heart and soul of Taipei on our exclusive Vintage Taipei Tour. This journey through time and tradition brings you the best elements of the city, from premium Taiwanese tea to mysterious Chinese medicine, and from vintage historical architecture to vibrant markets by the dock, all culminating in an unbeatable sunset with a glass of award-winning Taiwanese lager. 1. Century-Old Tea Factory: Begin your adventure at a historic tea factory where you'll witness the traditional roasting process in action with tea tasting. 2. Secret District - Da Dao Cheng: Wander through the most colorful and well-preserved traditional neighborhoods in Taipei, filled with historical charm and vibrant culture. 3. Chinese Herbal and Dry Products Market: Discover the secrets of traditional Chinese medicine that have been used for centuries. 4. Vibrant Food Market: Enjoy the stunning view of the sunset while sipping on a glass of Taiwanese award-winning honey lager.

While in bustling Taipei, treat yourself to a full-day private custom tour of the city’s best sites! Your personal driver will help you design the perfect 8-hour itinerary, escorting you to key attractions such as Longshan Temple, Taipei 101 and Beitou Hot Springs. Travel at your own pace, and stop to snap photos, grab a souvenir or explore. Taipei City and the northeast coast is at your fingertips on this private tour!

Learn how to make beloved Taiwanese dishes from an experienced chef in this enjoyable afternoon class. You'll start with learning the secrets to making juicy soup dumplings (xiao long bao) with dough made from scratch. This will be paired with learning how to make classic Taiwanese Smashed Cucumber Salad and Bubble Milk Tea. Then, you'll get to feast on your delicious creations. Every skill level is welcome.

Got a layover? Don't just sit around twiddling your thumbs! Join our 4-hour Taipei Layover Tour and turn your wait time into playtime! We'll whisk you away on a whirlwind adventure through Taipei's coolest spots faster than you can say "hello again." Let's make your layover legendary, one laugh and landmark at a time!

Looking for a unique way to explore Jiufen and Shifen? Join this day tour combining scenic views, nostalgic streets, and a charming railway experience in Northern Taiwan. Start in Shifen, home to the spectacular Shifen Waterfall, known as Taiwan’s “Little Niagara.” Feel the mist and admire the waterfall surrounded by lush greenery. Then stroll along Shifen Old Street beside the railway tracks and release a sky lantern with your wishes. Enjoy a scenic local train ride from Shifen to Houtong, passing through mountains and valleys — a true railway adventure. In Houtong Cat Village, meet free-roaming cats, browse cat-themed shops, and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of this former mining town. End the day at Jiufen Old Street, a hillside village of lantern-lit alleys, traditional teahouses, local snacks, and panoramic ocean views. This tour blends nature, culture, and a memorable train journey — a refreshing way to experience Jiufen and Shifen.

TST is a certified travel agency in Taiwan with over 10 years of experience providing airport transfers and chauffeur-driven tours across Taiwan, including Taipei, Taichung, Sun Moon Lake, Alishan, and Kaohsiung. Known for our safety and professionalism, we are proud to represent the Taiwan Tourism Office. With a fleet of 200+ vehicles starting with the letter 'R,' we offer 7-8-seater BENZ cars, 4-seater SUVs, and buses for all group sizes. Our experienced chauffeurs guide you to destinations, assist with photos, and accompany you during meals. They have basic English skills, ensuring you won't worry about communication with locals. TST’s team of travel planners and guides ensures a smooth, comfortable experience with impeccable service and clean vehicles, making your travel in Taiwan easy and enjoyable.

Experience two major facets of Taiwanese culture—tea and stinky tofu—on a day trip to the verdant Maokong district from Taipei. As well as benefiting from the undivided attention of a private guide, you’ll bag the best views of the Maokong tea plantations from a gondola and have free time to explore Shenkeng Old Street.

Enjoy a fully bespoke way of exploring Taipei on this private and personalized tour of the city. After booking, you’ll connect with the tour provider and will discuss your interests and preferences, after which a custom itinerary will be created just for you. Choose a time of day and meeting point that work best for you—your guide can meet you at your centrally located hotel—and set off. Visit Taipei’s most famous attractions, see its locals-frequented neighborhoods, tour its night markets, and beyond: the choice is yours.

Discover the bustling city of Taipei as it starts to come alive during this evening tour. Start at the Longshan Temple and learn about its significance; walk through the Huaxi Street night market; tantalize your tastebuds with a delicious dinner at the famous Din Tai Fung; and cap it off with a visit to Taipei 101 where you can see the skyline shimmering from the clouds. Catch the highlights of Taipei—ideal for those with limited time.

Two days and one night join-in trip from Taipei! Visit the places in Taiwan that are most likely to become world heritage sites - Alishan Recreation Park and wander among the trails. On the second day, travelers who get up early will be rewarded with beautiful scenery! Come and take the Zhushan Line Sunrise Train to enjoy the most beautiful sunrise. Fenqi Hu Old Street and Hinoki Village are also must-gos for everyone who is interested in getting to know more about Chiayi. Do not miss out!

Take a trip down memory lane and get lost in the beauty of Taipei districts. Experience the real location of Meteor Garden. On this tour, you will be taken to some of Taiwan’s gorgeous college campuses including Chung Cheng University, which is the school of Meteor Garden. Retrace the love story of Shan Cai and Dao Ming Si once more upon visiting the locker area, library, fountain. Also, we will take a break at Chung She Flower Garden, where is a place that you can take a lot of pictures and eat lunch at Lihpao Outlet Mall.

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

Go where the locals venture: a bustling traditional wet market, exploring back alleys and temples, all in search of local culture and favorite foods that have been around for over 100 years old combined and unique.

Trade the skyline views for an evening food tour of 12+ tastings in Wanhua and Ximending. We’re taking you on an culinary adventure through the smoke-and-steam gauntlet of Taipei’s most guarded recipes, from Michelin-rated braised pork to the fermented funk of the back-alley fryers. This is an all-access pass to the foodie hotspots and night markets of Taipei.

Experience the capital of Taiwan on a private full-day tour of Taipei's highlights. Visit the observation deck of the tallest structure in Taiwan, Taipei 101; enjoy a delicious lunch of mouth-watering Xiao Long Bao (steamed dumplings) at Din Tai Fung; and relax in a private bath house at a natural hot springs resort in Beitou. Includes lunch, Taipei 101 observation deck ticket, 1-hour hot spring experience, private guide, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Combine Taipei sightseeing with a vegetarian food-tasting on this two-in-one tour. Meet at the Xingtian Temple, and set off with just a private guide for company. You’ll explore the scenic temple (famous for its ornate sculptures) before embarking on a vegetarian-friendly food tour. Seek out snacks like mochi, vegetarian dumplings, and meat-free dim sum dishes, and learn more about the city’s culinary culture as you wander.

Enjoy a new perspective on Taipei when you explore after dark—and visit one of the city’s most vibrant and bustling night markets—on this private, evening tour. Meet your guide in the evening at your hotel, and get ready to explore. You’ll spend several hours discovering the Ningxia Night Market, from its neon-lit gaming stalls to its popular, foodie favorites. Be sure to come hungry: you’ll sample up to eight different dishes, from sesame chicken and oyster omelets to fried taro balls.

Taipei’s Yansan Night Market is renowned for its delicious ‘xiaochi’ or street food. This walking tour is limited to just four people, ensuring the undivided attention of your guide, and lets you experience the market like a local, sampling popular Taiwanese dishes and regional specialties along the way.

On this private evening tour, you won’t just enjoy lofty views overlooking Taipei—you’ll also try the city’s traditional, tea-infused cuisine, and take part in a tutored tea tasting. Meet your guide at your hotel and take a gondola up to Maokong, once one of Taiwan’s top tea-producing regions. After your tea-infused meal, finish with a trip to a local viewing point offering panoramic city vistas and an exceptional perspective on Taipei 101.

This private shore excursion includes the best of Northern Taiwan, showcasing its unique history and heritage. The tour begins with views of the unique geological formations of Yehliu Geopark and a Golden Waterfall colored by the nearby mining district. Later, you'll visit the quaint and storied village of Chiufen (Jiufen Old Street), the cat paradise of Houtong and taste the delicacies of the Miaokou Night Market.

Immerse yourself in scenic Northern Taiwan on this private day tour from Taipei. You'll get to see the Golden Waterfall and Jinguashi 13 Ruins, make a wish with a sky lantern over Pingxi, and explore the streets of historical Jiufen. This charming and historic street is the inspiration of Miyazaki's "Spirited Away," as well as the setting for several beloved Taiwanese films. Finally, head to Shifen Old Street, known for delicious local foods, souvenir shops, and puffing railroad trains.