Notices

Taichung City Taxi Tour

The staff at HOSHINOYA Guguan have selected the highlights of Taichung for a one-day tour, which you can visit by sightseeing taxi. We offer two types of tour plans: one that covers historical buildings, popular spots, and must-try gourmet experiences in Taiwan.

Staff-selected three courses

We have prepared three courses carefully selected by our staff who are knowledgeable about Taichung: one is a classic sightseeing course of Taichung, and the other is a deep exploration of the city inspired by the leisure activities of locals on holidays. And, for the people who want to enjoy Taichung more actively, we newly prepared Cycling course as well. The courses offer departure and arrival options from 'HOSHINOYA Guguan, or 'Taichung High-Speed Rail Station', depending on your travel itinerary.

High Quality Sightseeing Taxi

We provide tours with English-speaking drivers in sightseeing taxis. Depending on the number of people in your group, you can choose from vehicles accommodating up to 3 passengers or up to 6 passengers. For longer tours, we offer comfortable Mercedes-Benz or BMW models.

A Course: Visiting Authentic Taichung

Recommended for first-time visitors to Taichung, this tour includes must-visit spots such as Miyahara Ophthalmology Clinic and the National Taichung Theater, along with the staff-recommended xiaolongbao (soup dumplings) restaurant.

※The National Taichung theater is closed on Mondays, so if you apply for a tour on Monday, you can take pictures of the outside, but you cannot enter the theater. We can adjust the time for other areas for about 15 minutes longer.

A-1: Departure from HOSHINOYA Guguan ⇒ Return to HOSHINOYA Guguan

■3-person sedan: 15,116 Taiwan Dollars (tax included)

A-2: Departure from Taichung High-Speed Rail Station ⇒ Arrival at HOSHINOYA Guguan

■3-person sedan: 13,579 Taiwan Dollars (tax included)

A-3: Departure from HOSHINOYA Guguan ⇒ Arrival at Taichung High-Speed Rail Station

■3-person sedan: 13,579 Taiwan Dollars (tax included)

A-4: Departure from HOSHINOYA Guguan ⇒ Return to HOSHINOYA Guguan

■6-person van: 16,269 Taiwan Dollars (tax included)

A-5: Departure from Taichung High-Speed Rail Station ⇒ Arrival at HOSHINOYA Guguan

■6-person van: 14,603 Taiwan Dollars (tax included)

A-6: Departure from HOSHINOYA Guguan ⇒ Arrival at Taichung High-Speed Rail Station

■6-person van: 14,603 Taiwan Dollars (tax included)

A-1/A-4 Visiting Authentic Taichung : Dep.&Arr. HOSHINOYA Guguan

9:30 Departure from HOSHINOYA Guguan

11:10 Visit the 200-year-old "Lucheng Temple"

11:50 Enjoy sweets at the "Miyahara Ophthalmology Clinic," a building from the Japanese colonial era

12:35 Lunch at "Chin Yuan Chun," a xiaolongbao restaurant recommended by staff with a 75-year history

14:25 Visit the "National Taichung Theater," known for its modern design

15:05 Purchase drinks at "Chun Shui Tang," the birthplace of tapioca milk tea

17:30 Return to HOSHINOYA Guguan

For A-1: A sedan type vehicle accommodating up to 3 passengers

For A-4: A van type vehicle accommodating up to 6 passengers

A-2/A-5 Visiting Authentic Taichung : Dep.Taichung HSR・Arr.HOSHINOYA Guguan

10:30 Departure from Taichung High-Speed Rail (HSR) Station

11:00 Visit the 200-year-old "Lucheng Temple"

11:40 Enjoy sweets at the "Miyahara Ophthalmology Clinic," a building from the Japanese colonial era

12:25 Lunch at "Chin Yuan Chun," a xiaolongbao restaurant recommended by staff with a 75-year history

14:25 Visit the "National Taichung Theater," known for its modern design

15:05 Purchase drinks at "Chun Shui Tang," the birthplace of tapioca milk tea

17:30 Return to HOSHINOYA Guguan

For A-2: A sedan type vehicle accommodating up to 3 passengers

For A-5: A van type vehicle accommodating up to 6 passengers

A-3/A-6 Visiting Authentic Taichung : HOSHINOYA Guguan・Arr.Taichung HSR

10:00 Departure from HOSHINOYA Guguan

11:45 Visit the 200-year-old "Lucheng Temple"

12:25 Enjoy sweets at the "Miyahara Ophthalmology Clinic," a building from the Japanese colonial era

14:00 Lunch at "Chin Yuan Chun," a xiaolongbao restaurant recommended by staff with a 75-year history

15:10 Visit the "National Taichung Theater," known for its modern design

15:50 Purchase drinks at "Chun Shui Tang," the birthplace of tapioca milk tea

17:00 Arrival at the Taiwan High-Speed Rail Station

For A-3: A sedan type vehicle accommodating up to 3 passengers

For A-6: A van type vehicle accommodating up to 6 passengers

B Course: A Taichung Local's Day Off

This tour offers experiences that reflect how locals spend their holidays in Taichung, recommended by our staff who are native to the area

B-1: Departure from HOSHINOYA Guguan ⇒ Return to HOSHINOYA Guguan

■3-person sedan: 15,116 Taiwan Dollars

B-2: Departure from Taichung High-Speed Rail Station ⇒ Arrival at HOSHINOYA Guguan

■3-person sedan: 13,579 Taiwan Dollars

B-3: Departure from HOSHINOYA Guguan ⇒ Arrival at Taichung High-Speed Rail Station

■3-person sedan: 13,579 Taiwan Dollars

B-4: Departure from HOSHINOYA Guguan ⇒ Return to HOSHINOYA Guguan

■6-person van: 16,269 Taiwan Dollars

B-5: Departure from Taichung High-Speed Rail Station ⇒ Arrival at HOSHINOYA Guguan

■6-person van: 14,603 Taiwan Dollars

B-6: Departure from HOSHINOYA Guguan ⇒ Arrival at Taichung High-Speed Rail Station

■6-person van: 14,603 Taiwan Dollars

B-1/B-4 A Taichung Local’s Day Off : Dep.&Arr. HOSHINOYA Guguan

12:00 Departure from HOSHINOYA Guguan

13:45 Enjoy a light lunch at the historic "Second Market," known as the local kitchen

14:40 Purchase the famous Taichung specialty sun cakes as souvenirs at "Sun Cake No. 23," recommended by staff

15:10 Taste Taiwanese tea at the urban oasis "Wuwei Tea House," a fusion of Japanese-style houses and Chinese-style gardens

16:40 Visit the largest night market in Taichung, "Fengjia Night Market"

20:00 Return to HOSHINOYA Guguan

For B-1: A sedan type vehicle accommodating up to 3 passengers For B-4: A van type vehicle accommodating up to 6 passengers

B-2/B-5 A Taichung Local’s Day Off : Dep.Taichung HSR・Arr.HOSHINOYA Guguan

13:00 Departure from Taichung High-Speed Rail Station

13:30 Enjoy a light lunch at the historic "Second Market," known as the local kitchen

14:30 Purchase the famous Taichung specialty sun cakes as souvenirs at "Sun Cake No. 23," recommended by staff

15:00 Taste Taiwanese tea at the urban oasis "Wuwei Tea House," a fusion of Japanese-style houses and Chinese-style gardens

16:35 Visit the largest night market in Taichung, "Fengjia Night Market"

20:00 Return to HOSHINOYA Guguan

For B-2: A sedan type vehicle accommodating up to 3 passengers

For B-5: A van type vehicle accommodating up to 6 passengers

B-3/B-6 A Taichung Local’s Day Off : Dep.HOSHINOYA Guguan・Arr.Taichung HSR

12:00 Departure from HOSHINOYA Guguan

13:45 Enjoy a light lunch at the historic "Second Market," known as the local kitchen

14:35 Purchase the famous Taichung specialty sun cakes as souvenirs at "Sun Cake No. 23," recommended by staff

15:05 Taste Taiwanese tea at the urban oasis "Wuwei Tea House," a fusion of Japanese-style houses and Chinese-style gardens

16:40 Visit the largest night market in Taichung, "Fengjia Night Market"

19:00 Arrival at Taichung High-Speed Rail Station

For B-3: A sedan type vehicle accommodating up to 3 passengers

For B-6: A van type vehicle accommodating up to 6 passengers

C Course:Active Taichung Adventure: From Mountains to Sea

The Dajia River (Dajiaxi) flows beside HOSHINOYA Guguan, starting in Taiwan's Central Mountain Range and ending on Taichung’s western coast. Enjoy a scenic cycling path along an old railway, and visit the Gaomei Wetlands, known as Taiwan’s Uyuni Salt Flats. End your day with dinner at a famous temple market, and experience the best of Taichung.


C-1: Departure from HOSHINOYA Guguan ⇒ Return to HOSHINOYA Guguan

■3-person sedan: 15,116 Taiwan Dollars

C-2: Departure from HOSHINOYA Guguan ⇒ Return to HOSHINOYA Guguan

■6-person van: 16,269 Taiwan Dollars

C-1/C-2 : Dep.&Arr. HOSHINOYA Guguan

13:00 Depart from "HOSHINOYA Guguan"
14:00 Ride bicycles at "Dongfeng Bicycle Green Way," enjoy the breeze and greenery.
16:35 Head to the "Gaomei Wetlands," known as the salar de Uyuni of Taiwan, to admire the beautiful scenery
17:45 Visit the "Dajia Jenn Lann Temple," with over 200 years of history, and experience the night market in front of the temple, savoring local delicacies
21:00 Return to "HOSHINOYA Guguan"

For C-1: A sedan type vehicle accommodating up to 3 passengers
For C-2: A van type vehicle accommodating up to 6 passengers

Reservation

To apply, please visit our website at least 3 days prior to your desired tour date
If your stay falls within the Lunar New Year period (January 28th - February 3rd, 2025), reservations must be made at least 7 days in advance.

Contents

The transportation fee

(Expenses such as meals, souvenir purchases, admission fees, etc. are not included)

Cancellation fee

Cancellations made within 24 hours of departure will incur a 100% cancellation fee.

Notes
  1. According to Taiwanese law, children under 5 years old are required to wear a child seat. Please select the appropriate child seat for your child's age on the reservation screen.

  2. Drivers are capable of conversing in basic English. English tour materials will be provided upon boarding.

  3. The tour cost does not include lunch, beverage charges, etc. Please make payments directly at the respective establishments.

  4. Additional or changes to the destination, and changes to boarding or drop-off points are not covered by this package's fee.

  5. If there are significant delays at each stop during the tour leading to a substantial extension of the tour end time, extra charges may be incurred.

  6. During the Lunar New Year holiday period (typically mid-January to mid-February), some shops and facilities may be closed.

Sitation

Taichung Tourism and Travel Bureau