【Incl. Train Experience】Shifen & Houtong Cat Village & Jiufen
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8 hours 30 minutes
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Looking for a unique way to explore Jiufen and Shifen?
Join this day tour combining scenic views, nostalgic streets, and a charming railway experience in Northern Taiwan.
Start in Shifen, home to the spectacular Shifen Waterfall, known as Taiwan’s “Little Niagara.” Feel the mist and admire the waterfall surrounded by lush greenery.
Then stroll along Shifen Old Street beside the railway tracks and release a sky lantern with your wishes.
Enjoy a scenic local train ride from Shifen to Houtong, passing through mountains and valleys — a true railway adventure.
In Houtong Cat Village, meet free-roaming cats, browse cat-themed shops, and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of this former mining town.
End the day at Jiufen Old Street, a hillside village of lantern-lit alleys, traditional teahouses, local snacks, and panoramic ocean views.
This tour blends nature, culture, and a memorable train journey — a refreshing way to experience Jiufen and Shifen.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Shifen Waterfall
Guided by a professional tour guide, you can take a leisurely stroll along the trail beside the magnificent waterfall, allowing you to experience the harmonious melody brought by the water.
Shifen Old Street
Shifen is a town rich in culture and history which provides a nice glimpse at Taiwan's beautiful natural scenery. You can consider releasing a Chinese Lantern with a wish written on it to let it go into the sky.
What‘s Included
Shifen-Houtong One way Train Ticket
Tour Guide
Insurance
Transportation
Lanterns Release Experience (250NTD)
Personal Expenses
Meals
Options
Cantonese Guide
English / Chinese Guide
Reviews
8 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fantastic Experience. Thank you Evelyn!!
Michael R,Apr 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour! We had Evelyn as our guide. She was incredibly communicative, professional and knowledgeable about all of the places we went! She was so friendly and made sure we all understood where we were going and what we were looking at. We really enjoyed hearing about the history of all of the sites we visited, and you can tell she was very proud and excited to share these experiences with us 🙂. Definitely would book with this company again, and thank you Evelyn!!
Exelente travel guide
cottbus,Feb 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Travel guide with very friendly design, even when it had rained all day. Translation app in German.
The no train train tour
Elizabeth J,Nov 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
2.00So the guide Evelyn was very good, energetic and informative. The tour did not meet my expectations and I blame poor communication from the tour company for this. I booked the tour around 6 weeks ago, before the hurricane damaged the railway. The company did not inform me the train ride was now impossible. If I had known this I would have cancelled because sitting in a bus visiting places suffering from over tourism was not really my agenda. I only really wanted to see the cat village and ride the train. I knew nothing of the cancellation until departure from Taipei. Also please think before sending the lanterns into the sky. Remember they come back down, look in the trees around and in the river. Nobody cleans them away, they just take the tourists money and do not care. Is a myth worth this kind of pollution? We’re on holiday having fun but should nature not be allowed to thrive without human disturbance and ignorance?
Unflexible, not customer-centered company
Navigator25315342634,Nov 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00Nothing about the trip itself. The trip was nice. But I accidentally paid twice the day before the tour because the system prompted me twice. Instead of showing any goodwill and refunding the duplicate payment, they kept referring to their policy. Very disappointing. I ended up paying twice for the exact same tour on the same day. The company is s...
A Unique Experience in Taiwan!
remoteworkereden,Jul 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour of Taiwan with May Ei was a truly pleasant and unique experience. From the very beginning, she made us feel welcomed, and her friendly, approachable nature made it easy to engage with her throughout the trip. My favorite part of the tour was iur experience at the Shifen Old Street. Loved the food too! Highly recommended!
Great tour
makayleel2021,Jul 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00May Ei did a wonderful job leading the tour, she was able to get everyone there efficiently and made sure everything got done.
Great Tour
384raiyans,Jul 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00May was a great tour guide and very helpful throughout the tour. Had a great time at the cat village and would definitely recommend!
Josefina AKA Nana is the...
Kimberly M,Jul 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Josefina AKA Nana is the bossy Taiwanese grandma I needed in my life. I'd follow Nana to the end of the earth. The tour moves fast but at least you see a lot!
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