Pinglin Tea Culture & Maokong: Guided Day Tour from Taipei + Gondola Ride
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The exotic allure of Taiwan's renowned teas, like Tieguanyin, Wenshan Baozhong, and Oriental Beauty, calls tea lovers worldwide to go on an aromatic adventure. This guided tour to Maokong and Pinglin is the ideal escapade for both seasoned tea connoisseurs and fervent tea enthusiasts.
Description
The trip presents a unique opportunity to engage in the intriguing Taiwanese tea culture, tracing its cycle from seed to cup. The tour starts with a fascinating Maokong Gondola ride, offering beautiful views of Southern Taipei from a high perspective. Upon landing, a leisurely stroll awaits along either the Maokong Tea Fragrance Loop Trail or the ...
What's Included
- * Guided Day Tour from Taipei
- * Professional licensed tour guide (Mandarin/English)
- * Maokong Gondola Ride Experience
- * Local transfer by air-conditioned vehicle
- * Entrance ticket to Pinglin Tea Museum of New Taipei City
- * Local general liabilities insurance
- * Gratuities
- * Food and beverage
Important informations
- * Each guest is permitted to bring one piece of carry-on luggage * The sequence and time of stay at tour stops may be adjusted according to the traffic/weather conditions * The tour will be conducted in Mandarin, English, and Japanese (Japanese commentary will only be available on Tuesdays and Saturdays starting on April 1, 2024) * Vehicle type: 20-seater minibus or 9-seater minivan (according to the number of participants) * Make sure you have enough cash to cover your costs for food, drinks, souvenirs, tips, etc. Convenience stores and most of the eateries in Taiwan don't accept credit cards as a form of payment **Itinerary:** * 08:30: Meet your tour guide at MRT Zhongxiao Xinsheng Station (BL14 /O07), Exit 2 * 09:00-10:00: Local tea shop and tea factory in Pinglin District * 10:30-11:40: Thousand Island Lake and Bagua Tea Plantation in Shiding District * 12:40-14:30: Shenkeng Old Street (lunch on own arrangement) * 15:00-16:00: Elephant Mountain hiking trail * 16:30: At the end of the tour, you may choose to leave at Xinyi Shopping District (Taipei 101) or MRT Zhongxiao Xinsheng Station * This tour is not recommended for wheelchair users and people with physical disabilities * Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult * Please arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes earlier than the pick-up time * Show your smartphone ticket to your guide at the pick-up point * **Pick-up point**: MRT Zhongxiao Xinsheng Station (BL14 /O07), Exit 2 * **Drop-off point**: MRT Zhongxiao Xinsheng Station (BL14 /O07) or Xinyi Shopping District (Taipei 101)
- It is the traveler's sole responsibility to have all the necessary documentation up to date, so research in advance everything that is required at the destination of your activity.
Care of Covid-19
Remember that with a pandemic, the documentation required may vary from place to place. Confirm what local authorities may require: proof of full vaccination, negative PCR test, and more. Find out what are the requirements of your destination and the location of the activity.
Oh, and don't forget to wear a mask, clean your hands often, and try to maintain social distance.