29 May 2025
My mom and I had a great time on this tour. Vincent was our guide. He was knowledgeable of the area and was very accommodating. My mom is 70 years old and has issues walking for long periods of time or when going up and down stairs. Vincent knew exactly how to alter our paths so that my mom can join for most of the tour . The last part of the tour where there’s a bit of a hike to see the Shifen waterfall, my mom was comfortably enjoying a cup of coffee in a coffee shop while waiting for us.
I was interested in dining at the teahouse in Jiufen that was said to be the inspiration for the teahouse in Spirited Away. But with Vincent’s expert recommendation, and a little walk through a tunnel, we were at a teahouse literally next door that was not crowded, great food, great tea service, and amazing view!!! I couldn’t be happier - it’s little gems like that hidden treehouse that make traveling memorable.