Taiwan Cultural Sky Lantern & Coal Mining Era Exclusive Tour in Pingxi
HIGHLIGHTS
- • Launch your sustainable sky lanterns and cast your wishes into the sky during the beautiful sunset glow
- • Back to the Coal Mining Era to learn more about the mining history in Pingxi area
- • Exclusive tour of the Jingtong private lounge, which was a craze in the 1940s and has now transformed into a historical mansion art museum
- • Seamlessly combine this tour with our "Jiufen Night Tour" to complete your North coast adventure, encompassing Pingxi, Jiufen, and Yehliu's top attractions
Are you planning a trip to the North coast to witness the amazing Taiwanese cultural sky lanterns? Besides our popular "Jiufen & Pingxi Day Tour", now you have another option to launch sky lanterns during the beautiful sunset glow. For tourists who prefer to explore more about Pingxi town, which not only boasts the origin of sky lanterns but also had its golden age of mining during the Coal Mining Era, we recommend joining this tour. You may also join another day tour "Jiufen Night Tour" to have a complete visit of North coast. By attending these two day tours, you may encompass 3 top attractions, Pingxi, Jiufen, and Yehliu, with a leisurely pace and more in-depth exploration.
Speaking of the Coal Mining Era in Taiwan, the historical private lounge in Jingtong, Pingxi, which was a craze in the 1940s and has now transformed into an art museum, is where you must visit. Follow the guide to learn more historical stories from that time and take a look at the delicately designed architecture, blending harmoniously with both Japanese and Western styles. Come join us to create unforgettable memories in Taiwan!
A Note for Our Guests
We're so glad to have you here. As a cherished cultural heritage site, we kindly ask all guests to help us preserve this special space. Here's what to keep in mind:
1. Socks Required — Please remove your shoes before entering to protect our centuries-old wooden floors.
2. Guests Aged 12 & Above Only — For the safety and preservation of this historical site, we welcome guests aged 12 and older.
3. No Pets — To safeguard our historical materials, pets are not permitted, though certified service animals are always welcome.
4. Accessibility Notice — In order to maintain the site's original condition, we are currently unable to provide disability facilities. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience.
5. Guided Visits Only — Please follow your tour guide at all times. Access to restricted areas is not permitted.
6. No Smoking or Outside Food — Smoking (including e-cigarettes) and outside food and beverages are not allowed inside the lounge.
7. Photography Guidelines — Photos for personal use are welcome, but videography, tripods, and selfie sticks are not permitted. For commercial photography, please contact our management team in advance.
8. Be Considerate — Please keep voices low and avoid running, jumping, or any behavior that may disturb fellow guests or damage the building.
Thank you for treating this space with care!
▴ Create and launch your sustainable sky lantern
▴ Explore a 600-square-meter private lounge in the 1940s, showcasing a harmonious blend of Japanese and Western architectural styles
▴ Join the exclusive tour you would find out more amazing part of Taiwan
▴ Visit Jingtong old street and the lovely train station
ITINERARY
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08:30 (-09:00) Pick up from your hotel in Taipei
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10:00 Tour of the 600-square-meter private lounge from the 1940s, featuring a harmonious blend of Japanese and Western architectural styles
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11:30 Enjoy a traditional miner's bento for lunch
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13:00 Tea-tasting experience
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14:00 Explore Jingtong old street and launch the sustainable sky lanterns (2 guests for 1 lantern)
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16:30 (-17:00) Drop off at your hotel in Taipei
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Meal :
Breakfast : X | Lunch : O| Dinner : X -
Duration :
8 hours -
Pick-up :
At your accommodation in Taipei city
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Drop-Off :
At your accommodation in Taipei city -
Group Size :
2-6 people -
Language :
English
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DETAILS
Inclusions
- •A professional English speaking tour guide
- •All transportation
- •Admission tickets to all activities on itinerary
- •Meals listed above
- •Travel Insurance
Exclusions
- •Meals not listed above
- •Any optional activities not on itinerary
- •Gratuity
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations are permitted up to 5 days before departure with a full refund.
Cancellations made 3-5 days before departure will receive a 50% refund.
Cancellations made less than 3 days before departure are non-refundable.
There will be a 100% charge for no-shows. No-shows are defined as (1) Arriving 15 minutes late for Day Tours; (2) Arriving 1 hour late for Multi-day tours and custom tours.
Please note that our private lounge is a heritage building and is reserved for guests aged 12 and above. To preserve the centuries-old wooden floors, we kindly ask that all guests remove their shoes and wear socks upon entering.
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