• St Christopher’s Catholic Church - Throughout history, Christmas has been a significant day in the church calendar, celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ. Visiting a church during this season is a wonderful way to soak in the festive spirit. The altar and pedestals are adorned with lights, wreaths, and garlands, warmly inviting visitors to celebrate the love of Jesus. This tour ensures you experience the cherished tradition of visiting a church at Christmas.
• Xinyi Shopping District - The next destination on your Christmas Day tour is the Xinyi Shopping District. This area is home to numerous department stores, malls, and upscale restaurants. During the festive season, the window displays are beautifully crafted with enchanting winter themes.
• Taipei 101 - While in the Xinyi Shopping District, Taipei 101 is a must-see. The Taipei 101 Mall, adjacent to the skyscraper, features numerous luxury retailers, offering not only a shopping delight but also captivating displays during the Christmas season. Since 2018, the pop-up art installation by the French fashion brand, Dior, has been a must-visit for Christmas enthusiasts, bringing the holiday spirit to life with a dazzling Christmas tree and a shining Star of Bethlehem.

If time allows, you can visit the observatory at your own expense to enjoy a panoramic view of Taipei, costing approximately NTD 600 per person.

• Shinkong Mitsukoshi Mall (Xinyi Place) - Shinkong Mitsukoshi Mall (Xinyi Place) is a premier shopping destination in Taipei City. While popular year-round, it transforms into a winter wonderland during Christmas. The mall is beautifully adorned with festive lights, ornaments, and Christmas trees. Visitors can partake in various Christmas-themed activities, including holiday shopping, dining at festive restaurants, and enjoying Christmas performances.
• Bellavita - The tour continues with a visit to Bellavita Mall, known as “the mall for socialites.” This mall offers a luxurious shopping experience with its spacious and elegant interior design. If you’re seeking something luxurious to treat yourself during your trip, this is the perfect place.

The most captivating aspect of the mall is the Christmas display, which features a different winter scene each year, such as a winter ski resort or glass igloos in Finland, consistently delighting everyone.

• Longshan Temple - Although Christmas is celebrated extensively in Taiwan, many people still visit the temple to pray for a peaceful and joyful year ahead. After lunch (at your own expense), you will visit Lungshan Temple, the oldest temple in Taipei, built in 1738 and dedicated to Guanyin (the Goddess of Mercy).

In Taiwan, temples are often decorated with vibrant Koji ceramics, carved stone columns, and paintings depicting Chinese gods and mythology. This tour offers insights into the cultural differences and similarities by visiting both a church and a temple.

• Christmasland in New Taipei City - Finally, it’s time for the highlight of your Christmas Instagram tour. Just a 50-minute drive away is Christmasland in New Taipei City.

Christmasland in New Taipei City typically begins in mid-November, held in the Civic Plaza of New Taipei City, covering a vast area and ranking as one of the largest Christmas markets in Asia. The massive projection-mapped Christmas Tree at the venue was recommended by Harper’s Bazaar as one of the 19 most amazing Christmas trees in the world.

Each year, Christmasland in New Taipei City features a different theme, such as Lego or Disney characters. With illuminated skywalks, life-size statues of cartoon characters, amusement rides, and themed shops, it becomes a playground appealing to all ages. Whether visiting alone or with others, there are countless enjoyable activities to make your holiday unforgettable.

Afterward, you will return to downtown Taipei around 20:20 and arrive at your hotel by approximately 21:00.

• Professional licensed tour guide
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• Local general liabilities insurance

• Food and beverage
• Gratuities

In November and December, Taipei’s streets come alive with vibrant lighting and Christmas decor. Christmasland in New Taipei City, Taiwan’s most awaited Christmas celebration and recognized as one of the ‘50 Best Christmas Markets in the World,’ transpires during this time.

This guided tour takes you to Taipei’s most festive and photo-worthy locations for Christmas. Highlights include the Xinyi Shopping District, Bellavita Mall’s Christmas display, and the grandeur of Christmasland in New Taipei City. Each site is just a 10 to 40 minute drive from one to the next, allowing for a relaxed immersion into the festive cheer.

Beyond the city’s Christmas dazzle, this trip takes you to a local church to partake in the time-honored Christmas tradition of church visitation. As part of the tour, we venture to Lungshan Temple, Taipei’s oldest temple, offering you a unique perspective into an alternative prayer culture.

• Ensure you carry enough cash with you to cover your expenses for meals, beverages, souvenirs, tips, etc. Convenience stores and most of the eateries in Taiwan don’t accept credit cards as a form of payment.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.