Taoyuan | Daxi Welcoming Wealth and Sending Away Poverty Temple x Chive Flower Sea Day Trip | Departing from Taipei
- The Daxi Welcoming Wealth and Sending Away Poverty Temple presents version 2.0 of its "Send Away Poverty First, Welcome Wealth Later" ritual.
- Multiple popular attractions in one trip
- Comfortable private car pick-up and drop-off
Package Options
Sightseeing Tours
| Tour Type | Shared tour |
| Transportation method | Transfer from meeting point |
| Departure Time | Standard Departure (8-9 am) |
| Minimum participant requirement | 20 travelers |
| Meal arrangement | Arrange yourself |
| Transport | Charter car |
Product Info
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- Itinerary Introduction -
Meet at the service desk on the first floor of Taipei Bus Station at 08:10.
Meet at 08:30 at Tonglian Bus Sanchong Chongyang Station.
09:30-10:30 Romantic September Snow ~ Sea of Chive Blossoms
11:00-12:30 Daxi Old Street (Lunch at your own expense)
13:00-14:10 Daxi Welcoming the Rich and Sending Away the Poor Temple
15:00-16:00 Elegant Charm Museum
16:00 - Return to the original starting point
Purchase Notice
Group or individual package tours are subject to the Standardized Domestic Tourism Contract issued by the Tourism Bureau of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications of the Republic of China. By completing your booking, you agree to and accept the terms of the Standardized Domestic Individual Tourism Contract/Standardized Domestic Tourism Contract.
Reminders
A minimum of 20 participants is required for the tour to proceed. A voucher will be sent upon confirmation of the tour's formation. If the number of participants does not meet the minimum requirement, the tour will be cancelled, and a cancellation email notification will be sent 5 days prior to departure.
At the Daxi Welcoming Wealth and Sending Away Poverty Temple, you need to show your ID card for registration when throwing divination blocks to receive wealth. Please be sure to bring your ID card.
Please be sure to bring an adequate number of masks. If you are unable to enter some attractions because you are not wearing a mask, you will be responsible for the consequences.
Please be sure to arrive on time at the designated meeting point at each attraction. If you are unable to continue the tour due to lateness or other personal reasons, no refund will be issued.
Please register on-site with anyone wearing a green vest from the United Travel Association.
To ensure passenger safety, passengers aged 75 and over must be accompanied by an adult aged 20 or older.
To ensure passenger rights, singing and bringing pets are strictly prohibited on the train.
Please be aware that the itinerary or time spent at each attraction may be adjusted due to traffic congestion, facility maintenance, or other reasons.
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellations 31 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free
- For cancellations made 21 to 30 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 10% will apply
- For cancellations made 11 to 20 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 20% will apply
- For cancellations made 4 to 10 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 30% will apply
- For cancellations made 1 to 3 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 70% will apply
- Cancellation is not allowed between 0–0 days from the selected date. Orders cannot be canceled or modified, and refunds will not be granted.
- Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once your refund request is confirmed, KKday will initiate the refund to your original payment method within 15 days. The actual refund timing depends on your card-issuing bank’s policy.
FAQ
1. Who is the principal deity worshipped at Daxi Yingfu Songqiong Temple?
The main deity worshipped at Daxi Yingfu Songqiong Temple is the Heavenly Official of Sending Away Poverty (送窮神). This temple is uniquely dedicated to helping individuals release financial burdens and attract wealth, making it a distinctive spiritual site focused on improving one's financial fortune.
2. What specific blessings and offerings can visitors make at Daxi Yingfu Songqiong Temple?
Visitors primarily seek blessings for wealth, prosperity, and the removal of financial difficulties at Daxi Yingfu Songqiong Temple. Common offerings include incense, fruit, and specific paper money known as 'send away poverty money' (送窮金) and 'welcome wealth money' (迎富金). These are used in the ritual to symbolize letting go of misfortune and inviting good fortune.
3. How is the unique 'Wealth Money' ritual performed at Daxi Yingfu Songqiong Temple?
The 'Wealth Money' ritual at Daxi Yingfu Songqiong Temple involves a specific procedure. First, visitors 'send away poverty' by offering special paper money, symbolizing the release of bad luck and financial woes. Then, they 'welcome wealth' by burning another type of paper money and receiving 'wealth money' packets (發財金), praying for prosperity and good fortune. Detailed instructions are usually provided on-site for a proper ritual.
4. What are the general worship procedures and etiquette at Daxi Yingfu Songqiong Temple?
General worship at Daxi Yingfu Songqiong Temple typically involves lighting incense, bowing before the main altar to the Sending Away Poverty God, and then proceeding to other altars dedicated to various deities associated with wealth and fortune. Visitors follow a designated route, often guided by signs, to perform rituals like casting divination blocks (擲筊) and drawing fortune sticks (求籤) to seek guidance and blessings.
5. What are the transportation options for visiting Daxi Yingfu Songqiong Temple from Taipei?
For visitors from Taipei, the most convenient way to reach Daxi Yingfu Songqiong Temple is by participating in a guided day tour. Such tours often provide comfortable private transfer directly from Taipei, eliminating the need for complex public transportation transfers or navigation. This ensures a hassle-free journey, allowing you to focus on the experience. You can easily book these types of tours through KKday, which offers reliable transportation services and organized itineraries.
6. Besides Daxi Yingfu Songqiong Temple, what other notable attractions, like Daxi Old Street or the Leek Flower Sea, are typically visited on a day tour from Taipei?
A day tour to Daxi from Taipei typically includes not only Daxi Yingfu Songqiong Temple but also other popular attractions. These often feature Daxi Old Street, famous for its historic Baroque architecture, local snacks, and traditional crafts. During the appropriate season, the tour also visits the picturesque Leek Flower Sea, where vast fields of white leek flowers create a stunning landscape for visitors to enjoy.
7. What is the core philosophy and significance behind the 'Sending Away Poverty and Welcoming Wealth' tradition at Daxi Yingfu Songqiong Temple?
The core philosophy of Daxi Yingfu Songqiong Temple revolves around the unique concept of 'first sending away poverty, then welcoming wealth.' This spiritual practice emphasizes that by consciously letting go of past misfortunes and negative financial energies, individuals can create space and invite new opportunities for prosperity and good fortune. It's a symbolic cleansing and renewal process for one's financial destiny.
8. When is the best time to visit Daxi Yingfu Songqiong Temple and experience the Leek Flower Sea for an optimal tour experience?
The best time to visit Daxi Yingfu Songqiong Temple for an optimal experience depends on your interests. The temple is open year-round for blessings. If you also wish to see the Leek Flower Sea, the ideal period is typically during late August to early September when the flowers are in full bloom, offering a spectacular view. For comfortable weather, spring (March-May) and autumn (October-November) are generally recommended.
