Yilan FunTOUR Sightseeing Bus: National Center for Traditional Arts & Kavalan Whisky Distillery & Jiaoxi Hot Springs (Departing from Taipei) (Includes admission and NT$200 distillery voucher)

I saw someone recommend this on Facebook, and I was mainly drawn in by the car's design; the 'Cong Tou Bao Bao' (Onion Baby) is really cute! This time, I brought my parents and child to explore Yilan by bus. The private bus was truly new and comfortable. There wasn't a tour guide, but there was a DM in front of our seats with a QR code that provided a lot of information, including an audio guide (I recommend bringing headphones), an itinerary, and coupons... it was quite good. The full-day trip stopped at three locations. The National Center for Traditional Arts and Kavalan Distillery had well-coordinated performances and guided tours, and the experiences were excellent! For the Jiaoxi free time, we explored the town on our own. We went to the hot spring park for a foot bath and enjoyed some local snacks, and we had plenty of time. My top recommendation for this trip is the tasting event at the distillery. The world champion whisky was truly impressive, and it was a rare opportunity for my family to enjoy a good tasting without having to drive. It was a very pleasant journey!

The tour fee was affordable and definitely worth it. I didn’t feel tired during the trip because everything was well-organized and enjoyable. The places we visited were all amazing, especially the Yilan Traditional Arts Center performances, Kavalan Distillery, and Jiaoxi. I enjoyed everything so much. We also got discounts when buying products at the Kavalan store, which made the experience even better.

There is no tour guide for the trip. Can just scan the QR code in the bus to get the audio guide from Internet. The tour bus was nice with special livery. An easy way for travelling to Yilan, not rush and have adequate time to stay in each spot.

Highly recommended for dutiful children who want to treat their parents without exhausting themselves! I took my parents on the Yilan FunTOUR bus day trip, and they absolutely loved it! The National Center for Traditional Arts was great for browsing and watching performances, which were very exciting. At the Kavalan Distillery, there was a dedicated guide and a tasting experience, and surprisingly, taking the bus even came with a super cute miniature whiskey glass! Finally, shopping in Jiaoxi and soaking our feet at the hot spring park was fantastic; my parents' spirits were completely lifted after the foot soak. We didn't have to worry about transportation at all since we were on the bus the whole time. Yilan traffic can be tiring, so taking the bus is truly perfect for families with both young and old members.

Great and convenient tour. I was planning to DIY my Yilan trio but upon seeing this, I chose this tour instead as it is more convenient. It just feels a little fast paced so you have to manage your time in each location. As an advice: for National Center of Traditional Arts, you can watch 2 shows and there is still ample time to check on the shops. For Kavalan, you can try the whisky tasting, and just takeout the whiskey pudding (or anything from Mr Brown. If you choose to do both and dine-in, manage your time). Then try buying whisky from the shop, there is a tax refund immediately in the shop and I think theres exclusive whiskeys only in that shop. For the Jiaoxi hotspring, if you did a separate hotspring booking, you can only do that. The other option is to go to the public footbath (free) and explore some food stalls.

This time, my friends and I chose the Yilan FunTOUR bus, which completely freed me from the worries of not wanting to drive and fearing traffic jams. The bus exterior was super cute, and the first stop, the National Center for Traditional Arts, was incredibly interesting; you absolutely must see the performances! We also tried indigo dyeing, which was really fun! At the Kavalan Whisky Distillery, the tour guide was humorous and easy to understand, and making our own whisky was truly awesome—I even bought two more bottles before leaving! Finally, we went to Jiaoxi Hot Spring Park to pick out souvenirs and got to eat the long-awaited "Zhenghao Fresh Meat Xiaolongbao"! Lastly, I have to give a big shout-out to the driver, who was really nice—he even thoughtfully lent me an umbrella when I didn't have one! The bus ride was genuinely comfortable! I really highly recommend it!!

Perfect for solo travelers! No need to worry about transportation arrangements, and no awkwardness. It's very pleasant to walk around with headphones on, listening to the audio guide. We waited for the boarding announcement at the Kamalan platform on the fourth floor of Taipei Bus Station, and the staff who verified our tickets were friendly and professional. Upon arrival at the National Center for Traditional Arts, we just showed the same QR code for entry, and it was very comfortable to explore at our own pace. The distillery tour was lively and interesting; even if you don't drink, you can use the voucher for coffee and snacks. The 10% discount coupon provided can be used for all items in the first-floor shop, which is quite a good deal. Finally, we bought souvenirs in Jiaoxi to share with family back home. Overall, this itinerary is very friendly for solo travelers.

I absolutely loved the Yilan bus day trip! We slept on the bus and played when we got off, completely stress-free. Not having to drive ourselves was so relaxing! My parents were even happier taking photos at the National Center for Traditional Arts than I was. The Kavalan Whisky Distillery was also a lot of fun; the tour was super clear, and we even got to buy souvenirs in Jiaoxi. In the end, everyone got to take home an adorable little whisky glass!

The bus exterior is super cute! I used to drive myself to Yilan, but I'm terrified of traffic, so I decided to choose the "Yilan FunTOUR Sightseeing Bus." The driver was also very friendly and reminded us of the meeting times. Our first stop was the National Center for Traditional Arts, where we happened to catch a live performance, creating a really lively atmosphere. Next, we went to the Kavalan Whisky Distillery for a tasting experience. The tour was very interesting, and taking the Yilan bus even came with a cute little whisky glass, which was a huge bonus!

This day trip does not include a tour guide; the driver simply informs passengers of the pick-up/drop-off locations and meeting times, which is why I'm only giving one star for the 'guide' aspect. The driver's service was very attentive and excellent. At the Creative Park, there are discount promotions with partner stores. The park's main show, "Journey to the West: The Monkey King's Adventures," is quite good! If you want to interact with the actors, I recommend sitting in the first row, center stage. At the Kavalan Distillery, in addition to a 10% discount, you also get a coupon for an extra two hundred off, which is a great deal! Please note that the coupon is only valid for same-day use. The final stop, Jiaoxi Hot Spring Park, is a free activity spot where the driver will tell everyone the locations of the shops they want to visit after getting off the bus. This day trip has fewer scheduled activities, so there's relatively more free time.