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Full-day trip from Taipei visiting Maokong Gondola, Zhanghu Trail and Taipei Tea Promotion Center. Operated by Edison Tours.
Highlights
- Explore Taipei's three primary tea-growing regions in just one day
From Taipei: Pinglin Tea Culture and Maokong Gondola Tour: Key Facts
| Price | From $106 per person |
|---|---|
| Duration | 9 hours |
| Languages | English |
| Tour type | Guided Tour |
| Booking | Direct with the local operator — no OTA markup |
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From Taipei: Pinglin Tea Culture and Maokong Gondola Tour
Full-day trip from Taipei visiting Maokong Gondola, Zhanghu Trail and Taipei Tea Promotion Center. Operated by Edison To...
9 hours
English
$106
Free cancellation
Full description
A full-day trip out of Taipei taking in Maokong Gondola, Zhanghu Trail, Taipei Tea Promotion Center and MaoKong. The longest stop is Zhanghu Trail, at about 1 hour. There are 8 stops in all.
The running order is Maokong Gondola (30 min), then Zhanghu Trail (1h), then Taipei Tea Promotion Center (30 min), then MaoKong (1h), then Thousand Island Lake (40 min), and on from there.
The price covers professional licensed tour guide, Air-conditioned vehicle transfer, Maokong Gondola ride and Pinglin Tea Museum entrance ticket. It does not cover food and drinks and Tips, so budget for those separately.
Tour Itinerary
Itineraries are customisable as per your request
The schedule below is a suggested plan and can be adjusted to suit your preferences.
Starting/pickup location
Depends on the selected option
Maokong Gondola
Visit (30 minutes)
Zhanghu Trail
Hiking (1 hour)
Taipei Tea Promotion Center
Visit (30 minutes)
MaoKong
Visit (1 hour)
Thousand Island Lake
Visit (40 minutes)
Pinglin Tea Plantation
Visit (30 minutes)
Pinglin Tea Museum, New Taipei City
Visit (50 minutes)
Pinglin Old Street
Visit (50 minutes)
2 drop-off locations
Taipei City, 忠孝公園
Includes
- Professional licensed tour guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle transfer
- Maokong Gondola ride
- Pinglin Tea Museum entrance ticket
- Taiwanese tea tasting
- Liability insurance
- Bottled water
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (private option only)
Excludes
- Food and drinks
- Tips
Important information
Meeting point
The operator confirms the exact meeting point and time once your booking is confirmed, and you will have it well before the day. If you would rather know before you book, message us on WhatsApp and we will ask them for you.
Know before you go
- Free cancellation available up to 24 hours before the activity starts
About this activity
Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more
Duration 9 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible
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Main Tour Price
Starting from $106
$106
Need a custom booking or have a larger group?Contact Support via WhatsApp
Free cancellation
Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more
Frequently Asked Questions
Professional licensed tour guide, Air-conditioned vehicle transfer, Maokong Gondola ride, Pinglin Tea Museum entrance ticket, Taiwanese tea tasting, Liability insurance, Bottled water, Hotel pickup and drop-off (private option only)
The duration of the From Taipei: Pinglin Tea Culture and Maokong Gondola Tour is typically 9 hours. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled start time for a smooth check-in. Your guide will meet you at the designated meeting point and ensure the experience runs on schedule while remaining flexible to your pace.
For most experiences, we highly recommend an early morning start. This allows you to avoid the midday heat, bypass the largest crowds, and capture the best lighting for photography. Your guide can advise on the optimal timing based on the season and specific attractions included.
Yes, once your booking is completed via our secure payment gateway, you will receive an instant confirmation email with your tour details, meeting point address, guide's name, and direct contact information. You can also view and manage your booking through your AsiaByLocals account dashboard.
Yes! All our private tours are fully customizable. Whether you want to add extra stops, skip certain locations, change the pace, or adjust the start time — simply let your guide know in advance or on the day. We aim to create a personalized experience tailored to your interests and energy level.
We offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may be subject to a partial charge depending on the tour type. Weather-related cancellations for outdoor and boat tours are handled on a case-by-case basis, with full refunds or free rebooking offered when safety is a concern.
Most of our experiences are family-friendly and suitable for children of all ages. However, some tours involving extensive walking, water activities, or early morning starts may be better suited for children aged 5 and above. Please check the specific tour description for age recommendations, or contact us for personalized family itinerary advice.
After booking, you will receive detailed meeting point instructions via email. Most tours include complimentary hotel pickup within the central area. For tours without pickup, your confirmation email will include the exact address, Google Maps pin, and your guide's phone number for easy coordination. Guides typically arrive 10 minutes early and will message you on WhatsApp.
We accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), PayPal, Apple Pay, and Razorpay for Indian cards. All payments are processed through a PCI-compliant secure gateway with 256-bit encryption. You can also pay in multiple currencies — the price is automatically converted to your local currency at checkout.
Yes, all AsiaByLocals guides are licensed professionals who have been rigorously vetted through background checks, skill assessments, and customer reviews. Many hold government-issued tourism licenses, university degrees in history or cultural studies, and have years of experience leading tours for international travelers. Every guide maintains a minimum 4.5-star rating to remain active on our platform.