Pinglin Tea Culture and Maokong Full-Day Tour from Taipei

- What you can expect -

This full-day tour to Maokong and Pinglin from Taipei is a unique opportunity to gain insight into Taiwanese tea culture from seed to cup. Hike the Maokong Tea Fragrance Loop Trail, then learn about the evolution of Taiwanese tea at the Taipei Tea Promotion Center for Tieguanyin and Baozhong. Complete the experience with a visit to the Bagua Tea Plantation and indulge in a local tea tasting in Pinglin.



- Important Info -

Child policy:
- If you are bringing children under 2 years, please coordinate their participation and any related fees directly with the tour operator after booking confirmation.
- Children under 12 years must be accompanied by an adult.

Good to know:
- Japanese commentary is available on Wednesdays.
- This tour is not recommended for wheelchair users and individuals with physical disabilities.



- Itinerary -

8:30 AM
Make your own way to the meeting point at Exit 2 of Zhongxiao Xinsheng MRT Station.
Start of tour.

9:00-9:30 AM
Ride the Maokong Gondola.
Witness aerial views of southern Taipei.

9:30-10:30 AM
Stroll along the Maokong Tea Fragrance Loop Trail or Maokong Zhangshu Trail.

10:30-11:00 AM
Learn about the evolution of tea at the Taipei Tea Promotion Center for Tieguanyin and Baozhong.

11:00 AM-12:00 PM
Visit Maokong for panoramic views of the Taipei Basin.
Enjoy lunch at your own expense.

1:10-1:50 PM
Explore the Thousand Island Lake.

2:00-2:30 PM
Visit the Bagua Tea Plantation.

3:00-3:50 PM
Learn the intricacies of tea processing at the Pinglin Tea Museum of New Taipei City.

4:00-4:50 PM
Indulge in a tea-tasting session at a local tea shop.

4:50 PM
Travel back to Taipei.

6:00 PM
End of tour with drop-off at Xinyi Shopping District (Taipei 101) or Zhongxiao Xinsheng MRT Station.

Note: The itinerary is subject to change due to weather or traffic conditions.