Yehliu Geopark and Keelung Harbor Guided Tour from Taipei

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  • Operation DayMonday to Sunday
  • DepartureMorning
  • DurationHalf Day
  • Pick-up Time08:00
  • Vehicle Type43-seater bus, 20-seater mini bus or 9-seater mini van (according to the number of participants)
  • Meeting PointMRT Zhongxiao Xinsheng Station (BL14 /O07), Exit 2
  • Drop-off PointMRT Zhongxiao Xinsheng Station (BL14 /O07) / Xinyi Shopping District (Taipei 101)

Highlights

  • Enjoy the breathtaking harbor views and unwind at Keelung Maritime Plaza
  • Explore the Fisherman's Market in Guihou Fishing Harbor
  • Discover the incredible natural rock formations in Yehliu Geopark
  • Amazed by the giant statue of Goddess of Mercy in Chung Cheng Park
  • Guaranteed departure with a minimum of 1 participant

Overview

If you don’t have enough time for a full-day tour, but still want to make the most out of your trip in Taiwan, then this half-day tour to Yehliu Geopark and Taiwan’s north coast is your best choice!

Without having to travel far away, you can explore the stunning coastal landscapes, an idyllic fishing village, and some other scenic spots in Taiwan’s north coast on a half-day trip from Taipei. Keelung Maritime Plaza will give you a peace of mind and a breath of fresh air as you stroll on the boardwalk, as well as Guihou Fishing Harbor; Chung Cheng Park will offer you breathtaking panoramic views of Keelung Harbor, where stands the giant statue of Goddess of Mercy. And Yehliu Geopark, the highlight of this tour, will blow you away with its incredible rock formations.

  • 08:00

    Meet your tour guide at MRT Zhongxiao Xinsheng Station (BL14 /O07), Exit 2

    Exit 2 of MRT Zhongxiao Xinsheng Station

  • 08:40-09:00

    Chung Cheng Park

    The first stop on your half-day tour is Chung Cheng Park, the most ubiquitous tourism symbol of Keelung City.

    The park is situated on the hill at the east side of Keelung Harbor, consisting of three levels. The 1st level has a historic canon fort and several outdoor exercise equipments; the 2nd level locates the Buddhist library, the Keelung Martyrs Shrine and Zhuputan Temple, where the annual salvation ceremony “Chungyuan Pu Tu” takes place; the 3rd level is where the giant statue of Goddess of Mercy stands, the landmark of Chung Cheng Park, and also the biggest goddess statue in Southeast Asia. On the 3rd level, you can also expect the stunning panoramic view of Keelung City and the harbor.

    Keelung ZhongZheng Park Keelung ZhongZheng Park Buddha Statue

  • 09:10-09:20

    Keelung Maritime Plaza

    The next stop on your tour is Keelung Maritime Plaza. The plaza was built with wooden planks and offers beautiful views over the entire Keelung Inner Harbor. You can also see the enormous cruise ships berthing alongside the wharf.

    It is a wonderful place to take a walk and enjoy the refreshing sea breeze, or sit in a coffee shop nearby and immerse in the maritime atmosphere.

    Keelung Harbor - Marine Plaza Keelung Harbor

  • 09:40-10:00

    Guihou Fishing Harbor

    Your tour to Yehliu Geopark and Taiwan’s north coast continues with a visit to Guihou, a small fishing village, also the home to “Wanli crabs” (the wild sea crabs caught off Wanli District, New Taipei City).

    Guihou Fish Market Guihou Fisherman's Market

    Every year during autumn, there are always large crowds flock to buy the fresh and live Wanli crabs in Guihou Fisherman’s Market. Today, Guihou Fishing Harbor is known for Wanli crabs, and has become one of the busiest harbors along the north coast. If you are not visiting in season, no worries, the fisherman’s market provides various choices of fresh seafood with affordable prices. Even if you are not here for the seafood, you can get a glimpse of the rural life of Taiwan in this idyllic fishing village.

    Guihou Fish Market Guihou Fisherman's Market

  • 10:10-11:10

    Yehliu Geopark

    Lastly, the highlight of your tour—Yehliu Geopark, one of the premier attractions in the northern coast of Taiwan, the home to a number of unique rock formations caused by wind and sea, such as the mushroom rocks, the chessboard rock, the trace fossils and all that.

    Mushroom Rocks in Yehliu Geopark Cuesta in Yehliu Geopark

    The most famous rock formation is the iconic “Queen’s Head”, a mushroom rock that resembles the profile of England’s Queen Elizabeth. Every year, the “Yehliu Night Tour” features light shows, water projection, etc, attracting over ten thousands visitors flock to see the Queen’s Head illumined at night.

    Queen's Head in Yehliu Geopark Candle Rocks in Yehliu Geopark

    Besides the Queen’s Head, other remarkable formations such as the Sea Candles, the Fairy Shoe, the Ginger Rocks, the Elephant Rock, the Ice Cream Rock, the Kissing Rock, and the Princess’ Head, are worth taking a look at.

    Fossil in Yehliu Geopark Mushroom Rocks in Yehliu Geopark

  • 11:50

    Drop off at Xinyi Shopping District (Taipei 101)

    At the end of the tour, you may choose to disembark at Xinyi Shopping District (Taipei 101) or MRT Zhongxiao Xinsheng Station.

  • 12:00

    Drop off at MRT Zhongxiao Xinsheng Station (BL14 /O07)

Inclusions & Exclusions

  • Professional licensed tour guide (Mandarin / English / Japanese)
  • Local transfer by air-conditioned vehicle
  • Entrance ticket (Yehliu Geopark)
  • Local general liabilities insurance
  • Food and beverage
  • Gratuities
Important Notice
  1. Tour commentary will be provided in Mandarin, English and Japanese.
  2. Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
  3. The sequence and time of stay at tour stops may be adjusted according to the traffic/weather condition.
  4. If the tour has to be cancelled due to bad weather, we will contact you no later than the evening before the excursion day by email or SMS.
  5. Please arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes earlier than the pick-up time.
  6. Each guest is allowed to bring one piece of carry-on baggage.
  7. Ensure you carry enough cash with you to cover your expenses for meals, beverages, souvenirs, tips, etc. Convenience stores and most of the eateries in Taiwan don't accept credit cards as a form of payment.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, you must cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the listings local pick-up time(GMT+8). Please contact us by email or phone. 

 

Email: edisonts@ms6.hinet.net 

Phone: +886 2 25635313

 

No-shows are defined as passengers who do not show up on time for the tours. In this event, the bookings will be cancelled and non-refundable.

 

Cancellations made 24 hours or more in advance of the listing’s pick-up time in the local time zone: full refund

Cancellations made less than 24 hours in advance of the listing’s pick-up time in the local time zone: non-refundable

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