Beitou and Yangmingshan Small-Group Day Tour from Taipei
by Edison Travel Service
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This small-group bus tour lasts about nine hours and visits Yangmingshan National Park and Beitou District in Taipei. The tour starts with a meeting at MRT Zhongxiao Xinsheng Station, then travels north to Yangmingshan National Park, which spans seven districts including Beitou. The park features various geological formations like fumaroles, lava terrains, craters, and hot springs. Visitors spend time at several key spots within the park, including Qingtiangang, a lava terrace once used for water buffalo grazing; Lengshuikeng, a volcanic barrier lake with hot spring water around 40 degrees Celsius where a foot bath is included; Xiaoyoukeng, a post-volcanic area with steam vents and sulfur crystals; and Zhuzihu, a farming area known for calla lilies, hydrangeas, and local mountain vegetable cuisine. After exploring the park, the tour continues to Beitou, where guests visit the Geothermal Valley, also known as Hell Valley or Ghost Lake, which emits sulfur steam and supplies nearby hot springs. The nearby Beitou Hot Spring Museum, a two-story Tudor-style building from the Japanese colonial period, offers exhibits on the history of hot springs and traditional bathhouses. The next stop is the Beitou Public Library, recognized for its sustainable design and architectural appeal. The tour ends with an optional drop-off at Shilin Night Market, Taipei’s largest night market, or back at MRT Zhongxiao Xinsheng Station. Included in the tour are a professional licensed guide, local general liabilities insurance, in-vehicle air conditioning, a hot spring foot bath, and hotel pickup and drop-off if the private option is selected. Meals, bottled water, and gratuities are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Yangmingshan National Park
Meet the tour guide at MRT Zhongxiao Xinsheng Station before traveling to Yangmingshan National Park in northern Taipei. The park spans Beitou and six other districts and is recognized as the first Urban Quiet Park. It features various geological formations such as fumaroles, lava terrains, craters, and hot springs, allowing visitors to observe these natural landforms closely.
30 min
Yang Ming Shan Qing Tian Gang
Qingtiangang is a large lava terrace formed by lava flows moving north after a volcanic eruption. This area was once used as a ranch for water buffalo grazing during Japanese rule, and water buffaloes still roam here naturally today.
60 min
Yang Ming Shan Leng Shui Keng
Lengshuikeng, meaning "cold water pit," is a volcanic barrier lake created by lava flows. The hot spring water here is cooler than other nearby springs, with temperatures around 40 degrees Celsius. Visitors will have the chance to relax with a hot spring foot bath to relieve leg tension.
30 min
Xiaoyoukeng Recreation Area
Xiaoyoukeng, or "little oil pit," is a popular post-volcanic geological site within Yangmingshan National Park. The surrounding trail offers close views of steam vents and sulfur crystals around fumaroles, demonstrating the volcanic activity beneath.
30 min
Zhuzihu
Zhuzihu is a farming area formed from a lava-dammed lake created by volcanic eruptions. It is known for its calla lilies and hydrangeas as well as fertile soil suitable for farming. Visitors can try local mountain vegetable dishes at this location.
60 min
Beitou Thermal Valley(Hell Valley)
Near the Beitou Hot Spring Museum, Geothermal Valley, also called Hell Valley or Ghost Lake, emits sulfuric steam due to high temperatures. This sulfur spring is a heat source for nearby hot springs.
40 min
Beitou Hot Spring Museum
The Beitou Hot Spring Museum is a two-story Tudor-style building dating from the Japanese colonial period. The museum has a brick and wood exterior with a black tile roof. The first floor displays small and large baths and simulates traditional public bathhouse facilities. The second floor includes a large Tatami lobby, balcony, and exhibits on early Taiwanese film documents, showcasing the history of Beitou’s hot springs.
30 min
Beitou Public Library, Taipei
Located in Beitou Park near the Hot Spring Museum, the Beitou Public Library is known for its sustainable design. It has been recognized as one of the coolest green buildings and one of the most beautiful public libraries worldwide. The library’s distinctive architecture also attracts photography enthusiasts.
Shilin Night Market
After the tour of Beitou and Yangmingshan, guests may choose to end the tour at Shilin Night Market, Taiwan’s largest night market, known for its street food offerings. Alternatively, guests can return to MRT Zhongxiao Xinsheng Station.
Meeting point
Group Tour: Exit 2, MRT Zhongxiao Xinsheng Station (BL14 /O07). Please take the escalator to the ground level, your tour guide will be waiting for you near the exit with the tour operator's logo flag (EDISON TOURS). Private Tour: Complimentary Downtown Taipei City Hotel Pick-up
End point
Group Tour: Exit 2, MRT Zhongxiao Xinsheng Station (BL14 /O07). Please take the escalator to the ground level, your tour guide will be waiting for you near the exit with the tour operator's logo flag (EDISON TOURS). Private Tour: Complimentary Downtown Taipei City Hotel Pick-up
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
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Beitou and Yangmingshan Small-Group Day Tour from Taipei
by Edison Travel Service
Choose from 3 available options
How do you want to book?
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$170Overview
This small-group bus tour lasts about nine hours and visits Yangmingshan National Park and Beitou District in Taipei. The tour starts with a meeting at MRT Zhongxiao Xinsheng Station, then travels north to Yangmingshan National Park, which spans seven districts including Beitou. The park features various geological formations like fumaroles, lava terrains, craters, and hot springs. Visitors spend time at several key spots within the park, including Qingtiangang, a lava terrace once used for water buffalo grazing; Lengshuikeng, a volcanic barrier lake with hot spring water around 40 degrees Celsius where a foot bath is included; Xiaoyoukeng, a post-volcanic area with steam vents and sulfur crystals; and Zhuzihu, a farming area known for calla lilies, hydrangeas, and local mountain vegetable cuisine. After exploring the park, the tour continues to Beitou, where guests visit the Geothermal Valley, also known as Hell Valley or Ghost Lake, which emits sulfur steam and supplies nearby hot springs. The nearby Beitou Hot Spring Museum, a two-story Tudor-style building from the Japanese colonial period, offers exhibits on the history of hot springs and traditional bathhouses. The next stop is the Beitou Public Library, recognized for its sustainable design and architectural appeal. The tour ends with an optional drop-off at Shilin Night Market, Taipei’s largest night market, or back at MRT Zhongxiao Xinsheng Station. Included in the tour are a professional licensed guide, local general liabilities insurance, in-vehicle air conditioning, a hot spring foot bath, and hotel pickup and drop-off if the private option is selected. Meals, bottled water, and gratuities are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Yangmingshan National Park
Meet the tour guide at MRT Zhongxiao Xinsheng Station before traveling to Yangmingshan National Park in northern Taipei. The park spans Beitou and six other districts and is recognized as the first Urban Quiet Park. It features various geological formations such as fumaroles, lava terrains, craters, and hot springs, allowing visitors to observe these natural landforms closely.
30 min
Yang Ming Shan Qing Tian Gang
Qingtiangang is a large lava terrace formed by lava flows moving north after a volcanic eruption. This area was once used as a ranch for water buffalo grazing during Japanese rule, and water buffaloes still roam here naturally today.
60 min
Yang Ming Shan Leng Shui Keng
Lengshuikeng, meaning "cold water pit," is a volcanic barrier lake created by lava flows. The hot spring water here is cooler than other nearby springs, with temperatures around 40 degrees Celsius. Visitors will have the chance to relax with a hot spring foot bath to relieve leg tension.
30 min
Xiaoyoukeng Recreation Area
Xiaoyoukeng, or "little oil pit," is a popular post-volcanic geological site within Yangmingshan National Park. The surrounding trail offers close views of steam vents and sulfur crystals around fumaroles, demonstrating the volcanic activity beneath.
30 min
Zhuzihu
Zhuzihu is a farming area formed from a lava-dammed lake created by volcanic eruptions. It is known for its calla lilies and hydrangeas as well as fertile soil suitable for farming. Visitors can try local mountain vegetable dishes at this location.
60 min
Beitou Thermal Valley(Hell Valley)
Near the Beitou Hot Spring Museum, Geothermal Valley, also called Hell Valley or Ghost Lake, emits sulfuric steam due to high temperatures. This sulfur spring is a heat source for nearby hot springs.
40 min
Beitou Hot Spring Museum
The Beitou Hot Spring Museum is a two-story Tudor-style building dating from the Japanese colonial period. The museum has a brick and wood exterior with a black tile roof. The first floor displays small and large baths and simulates traditional public bathhouse facilities. The second floor includes a large Tatami lobby, balcony, and exhibits on early Taiwanese film documents, showcasing the history of Beitou’s hot springs.
30 min
Beitou Public Library, Taipei
Located in Beitou Park near the Hot Spring Museum, the Beitou Public Library is known for its sustainable design. It has been recognized as one of the coolest green buildings and one of the most beautiful public libraries worldwide. The library’s distinctive architecture also attracts photography enthusiasts.
Shilin Night Market
After the tour of Beitou and Yangmingshan, guests may choose to end the tour at Shilin Night Market, Taiwan’s largest night market, known for its street food offerings. Alternatively, guests can return to MRT Zhongxiao Xinsheng Station.
Meeting point
Group Tour: Exit 2, MRT Zhongxiao Xinsheng Station (BL14 /O07). Please take the escalator to the ground level, your tour guide will be waiting for you near the exit with the tour operator's logo flag (EDISON TOURS). Private Tour: Complimentary Downtown Taipei City Hotel Pick-up
End point
Group Tour: Exit 2, MRT Zhongxiao Xinsheng Station (BL14 /O07). Please take the escalator to the ground level, your tour guide will be waiting for you near the exit with the tour operator's logo flag (EDISON TOURS). Private Tour: Complimentary Downtown Taipei City Hotel Pick-up
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
More things to do in Taipei
- Small-Group Tour: Jiufen, Yehliu Geopark, Golden Waterfall, Shifen Waterfall and Shifen Old Street from Taipei
- Taroko Gorge National Park Private Day Tour from Taipei
- Private Day Tour to Yehliu Geopark, Jiufen, Shifen Waterfall, and Pingxi from Taipei
- Full-Day Private Northern Taiwan Tour from Taipei with Pickup
- Taipei Award-Winning Private Food Tour with 10 Tastings and City Highlights