Battlefield Kinmen & Dadan Island Leisure One-Day Tour

From: Kinmen County
Hours of tour: 9 Hours
Minimum Persons: 2 Person
For foreign-language tour guide service, an additional fee of NT$2,500 per vehicle will be charged.

Stepping into Kinmen, this one-day tour weaves together the island's battlefield memories and cultural landscapes through the stories of a local guide, taking you from forest trails to war history museums, and from Juguang Tower overlooking Jincheng's scenery to a Blue Highway cruise.

The tour maintains a comfortable pace, with convenient meeting points at Shangyi Airport, hotels/B&Bs in the Jincheng and Jinning areas, and Shuitou Pier, making it easy for independent travelers to join.

During the day, you'll first enjoy a refreshing forest bath and a leisurely stroll through Zhongshan Memorial Forest. Afterwards, delve into the 823 War History Museum to grasp the historical context of the August 23rd Artillery Battle through its comprehensive records. Then, visit Father Luopotian Memorial Park to experience Kinmen's unique cultural warmth, followed by some duty-free shopping at Ever Rich Golden Lake Plaza.

In the afternoon, ascend Juguang Tower for a panoramic view of Jincheng's beautiful scenery. The grand finale of the tour is a journey via Kinmen's Blue Highway to Dadan Island. During the sea cruise, you'll spot landmarks like Xiaohushan, Central Beach, Erdan Island, and the Psychological Warfare Wall, personally experiencing Dadan Island's mystery and its wartime memories, making it the most memorable and story-rich day in Kinmen.

Day 1
  • 09:00 Depart from Kinmen Shangyi Airport
  • 09:15–09:25 Pick up from Jin-Cheng or Jin-Ning area hotels, or from Shuitou Pier
  • 09:30 Meet at Jincheng Bus Station
  • Jhongshanlin (Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Forest) (40 min)

The first forest recreation park in Kinmen, with walking trails, outdoor theater, BBQ area, tennis courts, and visitor center. The “Sanyou Garden” features pine, bamboo, and plum trees, creating a tranquil Zen ambiance. Optional bike rental or Wind Lion God Coaster DIY available.

 

  • August 23rd. Artillery Battle Museum (40 min)

Chronicles the full history of the 1958 Artillery Battle, showing how Kinmen survived the massive bombardment through unity and determination.

 

  • Fr. Bernard M. Druetto Memorial Park (20 min)
  • Ever Rich Duty Free Shop (40 min)

Kinmen’s largest duty-free shopping mall, offering premium shopping experiences and attractive prices.

  • Lunch (40 min)

  • Jyuguang Tower (40 min)
  • Overlooking Jincheng with the Fenglian Mountain Range behind, the tower is a must-visit landmark for panoramic views of Kinmen.

                  Dadan Island Excursion (180 min)

                  (Includes shuttle on the island)

  • → Blue Highway Cruise → First Pier of Dadan, Little Tiger Hill, Central Beach, Erdan Island → View “Unification Wall” with the slogan “Three Principles of the People Unite China” → Peace Line, Binglang Islet → View Xiamen from sea → Return to Jiugong Wharf

  • 18:00 Disembark and return to airport, Jincheng Bus Station, or hotel.
 



 

Alternative Plan (if island landing unavailable):

→ Erdan Island Blue Highway Cruise(Mainly mainland tourists, Hong Kong/Macau residents, and domestic and international visitors.) (100 min)

→ Little Kinmen Cultural Museum → Mao Gong Shi Island Recreation Area → (L-034 Outpost (Hongtugou Camp 1)) to view Shiyu Islet → Kinmen's Gong Candy (120 min) → Jincheng Bus Station

 

 


 
      Notes               
  1.Meeting times will be confirmed one day prior to departure.
  2.Departure: Daily (except during Lunar New Year and national consecutive holidays).
  3.The duration of each sightseeing stop is for reference only. In case of traffic congestion, 
       the company reserves the right to adjust the schedule or change the visiting order as 
       necessary.
  4.The tour mainly uses 9-seater vehicles. Vehicle type will be arranged based on the final 
        number of participants.
   5.Unused items included in the tour package are non-refundable.
   6.If meals are included, please inform us of any vegetarian requirements upon booking.
   7.In case of inclement weather or other unforeseen circumstances, the company reserves the 
         right to cancel or modify the itinerary.
   8.If the tour is canceled due to natural disasters such as typhoons, earthquakes, or heavy rain, 
         the company reserves the right to postpone departure or offer a full refund.
   9.Participants are advised to wear light, comfortable clothing and shoes,and bring appropriate 
         warm layers for cooler temperatures.
10.Please do not bring pets on the tour in order to maintain public hygiene and prevent the 
         spread of infectious diseases.
         (Pets are not allowed in vehicles, hotels, or restaurants. Guide dogs are exempted.)
11.Please bring a light raincoat and water bottle, sun hat or umbrella, warm jacket (for cool 
         air-conditioning on the bus or lower temperatures in mountain and coastal areas), camera, 
         batteries, charger, and personal medication (such as motion sickness or cold medicine).
Breakfast:X Lunch:O Dinner:X
Related Info

Tour Includes:    
         1.Taiwan Tour Bus transportation  
         2.   
Mandarin guided tour
         3. 
  Dadan Island landing fee (with on-island shuttle service)
        4.    Lunch
         5.   and Kinmen Blue Highway ferry ticket.   

        6. Travel insurance 


Not Included in the Tour Fee:
       1. Tips (suggested NT$150 per person per day)
      2.   Personal expenses
      3. Personal expenses such as beverages, souvenirs, or private purchases are not included.
      4. Personal travel insurance is not included. Travelers who wish to purchase additional 
              coverage may do so individually in accordance with regulations.
      5. Any expenses not specified in the itinerary, as well as optional activities or costs incurred
              during free time, are not included in the tour fee.


From now on, disposable bottled water will no longer be provided on the tour bus.
        We encourage passengers to bring your own reusable water   bottles to reduce plastic waste
         and carbon emissions.Let us uphold the value of sustainability through our actions and 
         contribute to the preservation  of our planet.


 Infant fare includes only transportation and insurance.
          Infants are defined as children under 3 years old.
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Notice
  • "Taiwan Tour Bus" journey is reserved upon requested. Tourists can inquire the detailed information with their travel agents. The journey is either on a half-day, one-day or two-day basis. For one-day itineraries can be arranged on a two-days basis. And also it can be received with better hotels rate through travel agent service.
  • Price for all "Taiwan Tour Bus" journeys includes transportation, tour guide service and insurance (NT$2.5 million liability insurance, NT$200,000 medical insurance); Meal and admission ticket are excluded in some tours and all those can be arranged upon requested.
  • Departure point is limited in some specific hotels as each itinerary is indicated. More private and customized tours we can provide! Please email to [email protected]. Thank you!.
Additional Inquires
Golden Ming Shen Travel Service CO., LTD.
+886-82-372-725
+886-82-375-403
No.21, Panguo Rd., Jin-Ning Township, Kinmen County