Yehliu

We specified Duoliang Station and Chulu Ranch as our stops, and the driver arranged the stops along the way. The driver was very good at managing the pace and atmosphere, politely asking if we needed any information about nearby attractions during our trip, and not disturbing us when we needed to rest. Upon arrival at the attractions, he proactively offered to help with photos. The journey was quick and comfortable, although the seven-seater van was a bit small; those in the back row felt a little cramped. However, for the price, it was excellent value for money 👍 Recommended for those traveling to Taitung without renting a car.

We were efficiently guided around many tourist spots that would be difficult to see in one day on our own. What surprised me was that even in a small area with no nearby parking, a minibus arrived at the meeting point out of nowhere. We were able to conserve our energy while riding, and the journey was completely stress-free. And what I liked best was the guide's stories. His stories were very interesting, and I listened intently the whole time. I think this is something you can only get on a tour. My only regret is that I didn't get to thank the guide properly. Thank you to Kyu-san and the driver for a fun time. We went to the restaurant you recommended. It was delicious!

It was a rainy day, so I visited the aquarium next to Yehliu Geopark. After touring the basement, I went up to the second-floor viewing area, which was also covered by a rain shelter so I didn't have to worry about getting wet.

It was a very compact tour, and it was great. The tour was half Chinese-speaking and half Japanese. The local guide explained things in both Chinese and Japanese. It looked like a lot of work, so thank you very much. Yehliu Geopark was mysterious. It seems to be eroding every year. In Shifen, we lit lanterns and enjoyed spicy beef noodles and xiaolongbao, which were delicious. Cat Village is great for cat lovers. My family took a quick look around and rested at the museum. To Jiufen, we transferred to a city bus. You'll need coins ($15 one way) or an EasyCard. We paid $50 for three people in coins. They said they don't give change. It was rainy and crowded when we arrived, but we took a rest at a tea shop our guide recommended. It was great to see the beautiful illuminated scenery at the end. As the guidebook said, rain gear (raincoats and waterproof footwear) is essential. It's also a good idea to bring extra clothes for children, as it can get cold if wet. The city bus on the way back was air-conditioned and cold. My family only brought umbrellas and no raincoats, and wore ultra-down jackets under parkas and stain-resistant sneakers, but in the end, our feet and parkas got wet and we had to dry them at the hotel. Overall, it was great that we were able to get around compactly. I recommend it.

Mr. Yu provided information on hidden tea-brewing spots in Jiufen. Despite the poor weather, the beauty of the misty mountain town was still evident. Our Japanese friends thoroughly enjoyed the mellow taste of Taiwanese tea and the pleasure of brewing it. Mr. Yu also helped document the entire process of releasing sky lanterns and even edited the photos, which was very touching!