Discover Hangzhou’s tea culture with a traditional Chinese tea art performance. Perfect for tea enthusiasts seeking an authentic cultural experience.
Pick-up service is available from your hotel in downtown Hangzhou or the Hangzhou train station. Our local Hangzhou guide will meet you at the designated time.
You will spend approximately 2 hours at a local tea house, where you can enjoy a tea art performance by a local tea specialist. Hangzhou is renowned for Longjing Tea, considered the finest green tea in China. Every year in early April, the Chinese meticulously pluck green tea from hills adorned with picturesque terraces. Spring is the optimal time for harvesting, and as the flowers bloom, the season of tea ceremonies begins to honor this esteemed crop.
Visiting the home of Longjing tea offers not only a refreshing escape from the bustling city but also a glimpse into how tea has been a vital part of Chinese culture for centuries. During the performance, you will have the opportunity to enjoy a cup of green tea and learn more about Chinese tea culture, including how to brew and drink tea, as well as the benefits of this special tea.
After your leisurely time at the tea house, you will be transported back to your hotel in downtown Hangzhou or the Hangzhou train station.
Points of Interest
- Hangzhou
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Bottled water
- Hotel and railway station pickup and drop-off in Hangzhou downtown
- Private city transfer
- Air-conditioned private vehicle
- Optional activities
- Personal expense
- Gratuities
China is widely known as the birthplace of tea, boasting a history of around 4,000 years. The tea ceremony originated in China. There are primarily six types of tea in China, with the finest green tea—Longjing or Dragon Well Green Tea—thriving in Hangzhou. For those interested in local culture while traveling or working in Hangzhou, tea culture is a significant aspect. This tour offers the opportunity to enjoy a tea art performance. If you are a tea enthusiast, why not spend an hour or two experiencing a local tea art performance?
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Please provide round-trip train itinerary in “special requirement” block if pickup from Hangzhou Train Station is required
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
