Sun Moon Lake Tour (From Taipei)
- Join MyProGuide for a seamless day trip to Taiwan’s breathtaking Sun Moon Lake, departing from Taipei Main Station or MRT Ximen Station.
- Explore key sights including Xuanguang Temple, Ita Thao, and the architectural marvel of Xiangshan Visitor Center.
- Experience the scenery from multiple angles—whether by boat, on foot, or on an optional bike ride.
- Enjoy professional service with an expert guide and organized transportation.
What to expect
Ready to explore Taiwan’s most stunning alpine lake? Join MyProGuide for an unforgettable tour to Sun Moon Lake! Our energetic guides handle all the planning so you can simply relax and immerse yourself in the scenery. We start at Shuishe Pier for a relaxing yacht cruise, enjoying mirror-like waters and mountain reflections. At Xuanguang Pier, taste the famous ‘Grandma’s Tea Eggs’ and visit Xuanguang Temple for panoramic views. Next, explore Ita Thao Pier’s bustling street, packed with local delights like Assam black tea and wild boar sausage. Feeling adventurous? You can choose to rent a bike (at your own expense) and ride the ‘CNN Top 10 Most Beautiful Cycling Route’ toward the stunning Xiangshan Visitor Center.























Reviews
Reviews summaryWe had an amazing day at Sun Moon Lake on August 14, and having Jimmy as our driver and guide made it even better! Jimmy was warm, attentive, and easy to communicate with. Since our group speaks both Chinese and English, he patiently explained and repeated information in both languages so everyone could follow along. The drive was smooth and comfortable throughout. We were each provided with bottled water, and the ride was relaxing enough for us to get some good rest on the road; especially appreciated after a full day of sightseeing! Jimmy also shared helpful local tips on where to eat, where to buy quality tea leaves, and which activities to prioritize. He even got us tea eggs along the way, which was such a thoughtful touch! 🥚 What stood out most was how genuinely he cared about making sure we enjoyed the trip. Thank you, Jimmy, for making our Sun Moon Lake experience so enjoyable and hassle-free! ❤️
I've prepared several traditional Chinese review styles for you; you can choose based on your specific needs: Version 1: Detailed Five-Star Review (Suitable for thorough sharing) This Sun Moon Lake day trip is truly highly recommended! The tour guide was incredibly attentive throughout, not only punctual for our meeting but also explaining the history and local culture of Sun Moon Lake in a very engaging way. This allowed us to do more than just take photos; we truly understood the story of this lake. The itinerary was very smooth. Taking a boat from Shuishe Pier, exploring and eating at Ita Thao Old Street, and praying at Xuanguang Temple were all perfectly arranged, with no rushing and no forced shopping. The boat tickets were included directly in the tour, which was super convenient as we didn't have to queue to buy them ourselves! The guide also recommended must-try snacks and hidden photo spots on the old street. The whole day was relaxing and fulfilling—truly the most effortless way to experience Sun Moon Lake!
To those of you who are Taiwanese but still considering it~ If you're taking a day off from your busy work schedule and don't want to think about itineraries, don't want to buy transportation tickets in advance, and just want to completely relax by strolling around Sun Moon Lake, taking a boat ride, enjoying the breeze, and exploring an old street for some food and drinks, then I highly recommend this tour! Although the round trip from Taipei takes a long time (over 3 hours each way), this also means you'll have plenty of time to catch up on sleep 😉 Regarding the itinerary, the tour guide will arrange everything for you. You just need to remember to return to the meeting point at the designated time. Since foreign tourists make up the majority of Klook's one-day tours, the guide will primarily speak English but will translate into Chinese, providing a bilingual English and Chinese tour! Don't worry about not understanding; you can always raise your hand and ask the guide if you have any questions! Our guide this time, Ken, was cheerful and humorous. He shared many interesting stories about Sun Moon Lake and helped us take photos at scenic spots. He also explained all the注意事项 (important notes) very clearly. We felt very safe with him, and the trip was very enjoyable! 🥰 One thing to note is that the Ita Thao shopping street stop for lunch and shopping is only about 1 hour. Those who eat slowly might not have much time to shop, which is a bit of a shame (but understandable to avoid delaying the return time). When we visited Xuanguang Temple this time (it's only about a 5-minute climb, and I recommend going up for a panoramic view of Sun Moon Lake), we happened to encounter a live performance by the local Naluk band. It was truly relaxing and comfortable with the beautiful scenery of Sun Moon Lake! For the final cycling around the lake activity, you can choose to rent a bicycle or not. If you don't rent one, you can simply walk along the lakeside. Renting a bicycle for the round trip takes about an hour. If you're like me and not very fit, you can choose to walk along the lakeside path and then enjoy tea at a tea shop near the pier, which is also a great option! And thank you, Guide Ken, I had a wonderful day! 🥰✌️
The weather was not ideal during our tour but the place was still beautiful and the view was majestic! 😍 Joseph, our tour guide, shared fun stories and exciting facts about Sun Moon Lake which made the bus ride less boring! Would recommend to visit even though it’s hours away from Taipei!
Despite the long drive and the rain, my mom and I enjoyed the trip. Our tour guide, Gabe made sure that we’re comfortable and safe. He’s also very accommodating and has shared great insights about the places we visited. Shoutout to Gabe. 100% would recommend.
We had an amazing time at Sun Moon Lake! Special thanks to our tour guide, My Proguide Jimmy Chiu, for accompanying us and for the 5++ ⭐️service. Highly recommended! ++ he is good at taking photos too! Also to Eric for driving us safe to and from Sun Moon Lake. Big thanks, guys! 🫰🏻
Tour around Sun Moon Lake was excellent. Tour Guide Kent was knowledgeable, professional & funny at times. Bus Driver and Boat Captain are quite friendly and professional. We also managed to ride bicycle for about 1 hour around half of the lake.
Many thanks to our tour guides Peter and Benson. I totally recommend Peter, very friendly and organized. All the activities were great and I really fell in love with Sun Moon Lake. 🤩
Jason made our Sun Moon Lake day trip unforgettable! His passion for his work was evident from the very start. He wasn't just a guide, but a true storyteller who brought each location to life with fascinating and relevant insights. He knew exactly where the hidden photo gems were and, thanks to his expert photography skills, patiently took the time to capture stunning portraits of every single person in our group. His thoughtful hospitality really stood out, from treating us to delicious local tea eggs to steering us toward a wonderful lunch spot—and making sure we didn't miss the legendary ice cream and almond pancakes. Thanks to Jason’s energy and care, the entire day felt effortless and incredibly fun. I cannot recommend him—or this Klook tour—highly enough!
Our recent Sun Moon Lake tour was a wonderful experience. Our guide was very friendly, fun, and knowledgeable, which made the trip even more enjoyable. He was also very punctual, arriving on time for both pick-up and drop-off. We felt safe and comfortable throughout the journey because of his careful driving. He kindly helped us take great photos and made sure we captured memorable moments. We also appreciated that he brought us to a famous Sun Moon Lake store where we were able to buy pasalubong. Overall, it was a smooth and enjoyable tour. Highly recommended.
Good to know
- Pick-up and drop-off areas: Taipei City (Datong District, Zhongzheng District, Zhongshan District, Wanhua District, Da'an District, Xinyi District, Songshan District)
- Outside of the designated areas: Taipei City (Shilin District, Neihu District, Wenshan District, Beitou District, Nangang District) and New Taipei City (Sanchong District, Luzhou District, Banqiao District, Xinzhuang District, Zhonghe District, Yonghe District) will incur an additional charge of NT$500.
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