【Taoyuan 2-Day 1-Night Private Car Tour Complete Guide】
Taiwan Travel Guide / 2-Day Tour
Want a short trip filled with phytoncides, local fruit aromas, and historic old streets? This two-day Lala Mountain private car tour from Taipei takes you into pristine forests for fruit picking, a quiet mountain homestay night, then along scenic routes to Shihmen Reservoir and charming Daxi Old Street—nature, culture, and food in one trip!
Mountain healing sights: Lala Mountain Forest Recreation Area surrounded by peaks and mist—walk the sacred tree trail for forest bathing and fresh air.
Pick fruit in the fruit country: Seasonal peaches, persimmons, pears, and more—pick and eat on the spot!
Mountain homestay stay: Starry skies without light pollution and peaceful nights with nature.
Shihmen Reservoir scenery: Panoramic views from the dam, suspension bridge walks, and emerald lake below.
Daxi Old Street stroll: Baroque street houses, tofu, peanut candy, and traditional rice cakes—centuries of Daxi charm.
【Recommended Itinerary】
Depart Taipei in the morning—winding mountain roads, about 2.5–3 hours. At Lala Mountain, walk forest trails or visit the sacred tree area—Taiwan's "Avatar forest."
Afternoon fruit picking: Join local orchard activities by season—summer peaches, autumn persimmons, winter mountain pears—friendly farmers and fragrant fruit.
Evening at a Lala Mountain homestay: Mostly family-run cozy cabins; homestay set meals or self-cooking; cool quiet nights and starry skies.
Next morning leave the mountains for Shihmen Reservoir (about 1.5 hours)—dam top views, lakeside trails, or suspension bridge walks.
Midday at Daxi Old Street: Century-old red brick houses, old post office, wood art museum, local tofu and handmade pastries.
Lunch near the old street, buy souvenirs, return to Taipei by evening—end of a two-day getaway.
【Food Recommendations】
- Lala Mountain homestay set meals: Local vegetables and mountain produce (stir-fried mountain asparagus, stream fish, mushroom chicken soup)—simple and fresh.
- Reservoir live fish restaurants: Shihmen live fish street, Grandma's fish head pot, Liyutan live fish—try steamed or three-cup live fish.
- Daxi tofu old shops: Century brands like Huang Ri Xiang or Old Uncle Tofu—chewy and aromatic.
- Daxi Old Street snacks: Rice cakes, peanut candy, tofu pudding, leicha shaved ice—must-try treats.
Lala Mountain Sacred Tree Area: Towering thousand-year-old trees full of spirit.
Baiji Forest Trail: Easy and family-friendly with varied scenery.
Daxi Wood Art Museum: Historic building showcasing traditional and modern wood carving.
Daxi Bridge night view (if staying in Daxi): Dreamy lit bridge—great for night photography.
【Transportation】
Recommended: full private car
Long mountain routes with many curves—driving is tiring. Private car is flexible, safe, and comfortable with adjustable stops—ideal for families and groups.
Vehicle recommendations
2–4 people: 5-seater SUV
5–8 people: 9-seater van
Public transport to Lala Mountain is not recommended—infrequent service and no direct access to most sights.
Shihmen Reservoir (Photo source:Shihmen Reservoir > Taoyuan City > Taiwan Tourism Administration)
Daxi Old Street(Photo source:Daxi Old Street > Taoyuan City > Taiwan Tourism Administration)
Lala Mountain National Forest Recreation Area - Giant Tree Trail (Photo source:Lala Mountain National Forest Recreation Area > Taoyuan City > Taiwan Tourism Administration)
