Taipei: Blue Highway Mini-Trip - Tamsui River Cruise (Departing from Dadaocheng/Zhongxiao Wharf)

River Cruise Introduction

Take a boat trip along the Tamsui River, where you can enjoy landmark views such as Taipei Bridge, Zhongshan Expressway Bridge, and Chongyang Bridge. The boat will then turn back to the pier after passing the vicinity of Shezi Island. The entire journey takes approximately 60 minutes, allowing you to feel the gentle breeze on the river and enjoy a relaxing and comfortable time on the water.

• Meeting Point: Dadaocheng Wharf / Zhongxiao Wharf
• Operating Hours: Monday to Sunday (depending on tide and water levels on the day of departure)
• Departure Times: 14:20 Dadaocheng Wharf / 14:30 Zhongxiao Wharf 15:20 Dadaocheng Wharf / 15:30 Zhongxiao Wharf
• Cruise Duration: 60 minutes
• Return Information: Dadaocheng Wharf / Zhongxiao Wharf

Sunset River Cruise Introduction

Departing in the evening, the route starts from Dadaocheng Wharf, sails along the Tamsui River to the vicinity of Shezi Island, and then returns. Along the way, you can admire landmark views such as Taipei Bridge, Zhongshan Expressway Bridge, and Chongyang Bridge. As dusk falls, experience the charming scenery of the river surface dyed golden by the afterglow of the sunset.

On the gently breezy river, combined with a relaxed cruising pace, a pleasant and relaxing atmosphere is created. If the weather is clear, there is also a chance to observe water birds along the banks, adding natural scenery to the journey. The entire cruise takes approximately 60 minutes and is an ideal choice for experiencing the riverside scenery of Taipei.

• Meeting Point: Dadaocheng Wharf / Zhongxiao Wharf
• Operating Hours: Monday to Sunday (depending on tide and water levels on the day of departure)
• Departure Times: 16:30 Dadaocheng Wharf / 16:40 Zhongxiao Wharf 17:30 Dadaocheng Wharf / 17:40 Zhongxiao Wharf (It is recommended to choose a suitable time based on the actual sunset time on the day)
• Cruise Duration: Approximately 60 minutes
• Return Information: Dadaocheng Wharf / Zhongxiao Wharf

Night Cruise Introduction

Night flights offer a different riverside experience than daytime, departing from Dadaocheng Wharf or Zhongxiao Wharf and slowly cruising along the Tamsui River. The lights on both banks illuminate as night falls, reflecting on the river surface, creating a tranquil and charming urban nightscape atmosphere.

During the cruise, you can admire multiple bridges and riverside scenery, experiencing the unique charm of the city and river intertwined at night. As the boat steadily moves forward, enjoy a relaxing and comfortable night cruise in the gentle breeze, with the entire journey lasting approximately 60 minutes.

• Meeting Point: Dadaocheng Wharf / Zhongxiao Wharf
• Operating Hours: Monday to Sunday (depending on tide and water levels on the day of departure)
• Departure Times: 18:30 / 19:30 / 20:30
• Cruise Duration: Approximately 60 minutes
• Return Information: Return to Dadaocheng Wharf / Zhongxiao Wharf

Dadaocheng to Zhongxiao Wharf Shuttle Service (Weekends Only)

This service provides shuttle transportation between Dadaocheng Wharf and Zhongxiao Wharf. The route sails along the Tamsui River, passing by Taipei Bridge, Zhongshan Expressway Bridge, Chongyang Bridge, and the surrounding scenery of Shezi Island. The one-way journey takes approximately 60 minutes, suitable for moving between different wharves or experiencing the riverside scenery.

• Meeting Point: Dadaocheng Wharf / Zhongxiao Wharf (If choosing Dadaocheng Wharf as the meeting point, please be sure to complete check-in 30 minutes before the flight departure to coordinate with the shuttle bus arrangements)
• Operating Hours: Saturdays and Sundays (depending on tide and water levels on the day of departure)
• Departure Times: 14:30, 15:30, 16:30, 17:30, 18:30, 19:30, 20:30
• Cruise Duration: 60 minutes
• Return Information: Zhongxiao Wharf (guests who boarded at Dadaocheng will be transported back by special car)

2026 Danjiang Bridge Guided River Cruise (Weekends Only)

Following the Danjiang Bridge, hailed as the "New Landmark of Asia," a special Tamsui River cruise experience is launched, taking you to admire the magnificent scenery of this world-class construction up close from the water.

Taking a boat trip along the Tamsui River not only allows you to avoid the crowds on shore but also provides an open view to capture the beauty of the riverside scenery and bridges, enjoying a relaxed and pleasant time on the water.

During the cruise, a professional guide will also be arranged to introduce the design concept, construction features of the Danjiang Bridge, as well as the riverside scenery and historical stories, making the journey not just sightseeing but also enriching it with knowledge and cultural experience.

• Meeting Point: Dadaocheng Wharf / Zhongxiao Wharf / Tamsui Phase II Passenger Wharf (EF Floating Platform)
• Operating Hours: Saturdays and Sundays (depending on tide and water levels on the day of departure)
• Departure Times: “First Departure” time: 10:30 Dadaocheng Wharf / 10:40 Zhongxiao Wharf to 12:00 Tamsui Phase II Passenger Wharf (EF Floating Platform) (90-minute journey) There are three “River Cruise Flights”, with boarding and alighting at Tamsui Phase II Passenger Wharf (EF Floating Platform). Departure times are as follows (50-minute journey): Cruise One: 12:30 to 13:20 Cruise Two: 13:20 to 14:10 Cruise Three: 14:10 to 15:00 “Last Departure” time: 15:10 Tamsui Phase II Passenger Wharf (EF Floating Platform) to 16:30 Dadaocheng Wharf / 16:40 Zhongxiao Wharf (90-minute journey) Return Information: Docking at Dadaocheng / Zhongxiao Wharf, actual docking adjusted according to tide and water levels on the day.