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15 The Best Tea Tours In China

The ones worth booking.

The 15 top Chinese tea experiences, from the Dragon Well gardens above Hangzhou to the bamboo-chair teahouses of Chengdu. A thousand years of tea culture, poured fresh.

15 The Best Tea Tours In China

One-Day Hangzhou Dragon Well Tea Culture & West Lake Private Tour - China National Tea Museum: Teaware, Tea Artifacts, and Context
China, Hangzhou, Tour Reviews

One-Day Hangzhou Dragon Well Tea Culture & West Lake Private Tour

1.One-Day Hangzhou Dragon Well Tea Culture & West Lake Private Tour

Private full-day Hangzhou tour blending Longjing tea in Meijiawu, China’s Tea Museum, and a West Lake cruise plus Lingyin Temple.

Most Popular 5.0

“This tour to Meijiawu Tea Village was a unique local experience. We got to know a local tea farmer, a delightful woman with a beautiful smile, who showed us her tea plantation and introduced us to the art of producing and serving tea. The Read more”

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Traditional Chinese Tea Ceremony Experience - Where you’ll meet: Chang An Grand Theater and easy transit
Beijing, China, Tour Reviews

Traditional Chinese Tea Ceremony Experience

2.Traditional Chinese Tea Ceremony Experience

Join a traditional Beijing tea ceremony for $9. Taste oolong, pu-erh, green, jasmine, and flower tea while learning water temps and steeping.

4.7

“This was our first adventure in Beijing. the guide Richard was awesome. Gave great direction and was very helpful get to and from the tea ceremony. Tea Master was fantastic had five tea's and learnt so much. They were so good brought some on the way out. If you do nothing else give this one…”

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Beijing: Dumpling Making Workshop with Meal and Tea - Kneading, filling, and shaping: the real skill you take home
Beijing, China, Tour Reviews

Beijing: Dumpling Making Workshop with Meal and Tea

3.Beijing: Dumpling Making Workshop with Meal and Tea

Hands-on Beijing dumplings at 16:30: knead dough, shape pleats, learn symbolism, then eat with tea and beer.

4.7

“Heyang and his sister are excellent teachers. I booked this knowing nothing about how to make dumplings. But they guide you through the entire process and the meaning of dumplings in Chinese culture and cuisine. We made dozens of both meat and vegetable dumplings. I got to chat with the other participants as the dumplings…”

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Tea Tasting and Pairing Concept Workshop - Four teas, five senses, and gongfu pouring you can repeat
China, Hong Kong SAR, Tour Reviews

Tea Tasting and Pairing Concept Workshop

4.Tea Tasting and Pairing Concept Workshop

Chai Wan tea workshop with gongfu pouring, four premium teas, and smart food pairings. Learn fast with Vivian in 90 minutes.

5.0

“It was beyond expected, everything about the class was amazing !!! The teacher the knowledge and the fun all at once, I have a really great time learning from the best. Before I came here I love to drink tea but after this class it’s not only to lovRead more”

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Beijing Culture: Tea Ceremony, Heritage Instrument & Calligraphy - Guqin in Your Hands: Learning the Melody, Not Just Watching Fingers
Beijing, China, Tour Reviews

Beijing Culture: Tea Ceremony, Heritage Instrument & Calligraphy

5.Beijing Culture: Tea Ceremony, Heritage Instrument & Calligraphy

A calm, hands-on Beijing workshop with tea tasting, Guqin music practice, and calligraphy in a private heritage venue.

5.0

“I didn’t expect to feel so moved. Playing the Guqin while the master guided my fingers felt like stepping into another time. It was quiet, personal, and completely different from anything else in my itinerary.”

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Biking Real Shanghai& Tea Tasting Experience - Meeting at Garden Hotel on Maoming Road (and getting set up)
China, Shanghai, Tour Reviews

Biking Real Shanghai& Tea Tasting Experience

6.Biking Real Shanghai& Tea Tasting Experience

Small-group cycling in Shanghai’s Old Town and French Concession, finish with a guided tea tasting. Bike, helmet, and photos included.

4.5

“We thoroughly enjoyed our ride around the French area of Shanghai. We covered quite a bit of ground, learnt a lot and also tried a few very tasty treats!”

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Biking Real Shanghai& Tea Tasting Experience - Meeting at Garden Hotel on Maoming Road (and getting set up)
China, Shanghai, Tour Reviews

Biking Real Shanghai& Tea Tasting Experience

7.Biking Real Shanghai& Tea Tasting Experience

Small-group Shanghai bike tour through Old Town and the French Concession, then a guided tea tasting that teaches what tea really is.

4.5

“The Best Way to See Shanghai—and the Tea Tasting Was a Perfect Bonus! This bike tour was one of the most incredible experiences during my time in Shanghai! It’s truly the best way to explore the city. Our guides were not only knowledgeable but also passionate storytellers, taking us through historic landmarks, hidden alleyways, and…”

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Tea Village in lost Town and Buddha 1 day tour - The “time traveler” Leshan town stop for old workshops and tea-houses
Chengdu, China, Tour Reviews

Tea Village in lost Town and Buddha 1 day tour

8.Tea Village in lost Town and Buddha 1 day tour

Boat view of the UNESCO Leshan Giant Buddha, then a hands-on tea day with plantation picking, tasting, and a local lunch from Chengdu.

5.0

“We really enjoyed our tour guide, who was very knowledgeable about the sights and the local history. The boat tour to the Buddha was great - a spectacular viewpoint from the water. We had a lovely lunch with a local farmer and his wife, walked through Leshan, and then learned about the process of growing…”

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Authentic Hangzhou Longjing Tea Culture Experience Tour - The practical win: hotel pickup, private transfer, and mobile ticket
China, Hangzhou, Tour Reviews

Authentic Hangzhou Longjing Tea Culture Experience Tour

9.Authentic Hangzhou Longjing Tea Culture Experience Tour

Private Longjing tea culture in Hangzhou: pick fresh leaves, watch roasting, taste tea, join a ceremony, and take tea home.

5.0

“I booked this tour and the Yongfu Temple tour. Forrest is an amazing guide and I was not disappointed. He is very knowledgeable (I learned so much about Hangzhou and the history there) and accommodating, even helping store my luggage after the tour when I had extra time before my flight! I will definitely book…”

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Chinese Tea ceremony in Beijing Hutong courtyard - Choosing Your Tea: Black, Green, Wulong, and Pu’Er
Beijing, China, Tour Reviews

Chinese Tea ceremony in Beijing Hutong courtyard

10.Chinese Tea ceremony in Beijing Hutong courtyard

Sip classic Chinese teas in a Beijing Hutong courtyard near the Forbidden City. Small group, one pot, snacks, and real local conversation.

4.7

“I can 10/10 recommend this to anyone who likes tea! This is the most authentic experience you can get and worth the money. You learn a lot about the culture and how they drink their tea as well as have a nice exchange. This is something we will book again when we visit Beijing for…”

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Half-Day Hangzhou Yunxi Bamboo Forest and Tea Plantation Experience - Stop 1: Yunxi Zhujing Scenic Resort and the bamboo forest walk
China, Hangzhou, Tour Reviews

Half-Day Hangzhou Yunxi Bamboo Forest and Tea Plantation Experience

Day Tour to Discover the Secrets of Hangzhou's Tea Culture - West Lake (Xi Hu) Pickup and the Start of Your Tea Day
China, Hangzhou, Tour Reviews

Day Tour to Discover the Secrets of Hangzhou’s Tea Culture

12.Day Tour to Discover the Secrets of Hangzhou’s Tea Culture

Hangzhou Longjing tea day tour: West Lake pickup, China National Tea Museum, Meijiawu village tasting, imperial tea bushes, Hefang Street.

5.0

“This was an excellent tour. It was not your typical cheesy tourist experience. Ivy my guide had a keen interest and knowledge of tea culture. The trip to the museum was outstanding. The choice f villages was great- beautiful towns lived Read more”

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Leshan Buddha + Panda Base or Old Tea House Private Day Tour - Private door-to-door transfers (and why it matters)
Chengdu, China, Tour Reviews

Leshan Buddha + Panda Base or Old Tea House Private Day Tour

Afternoon Tea and Dessert Tour on the Huaihai Road in Shanghai - Inside the Tea House: Etiquette, Cup Sizes, and Named Teas
China, Shanghai, Tour Reviews

Afternoon Tea and Dessert Tour on the Huaihai Road in Shanghai

Private Beijing Markets Tour with Tea Tasting at Hongqiao Pearl Market - Who this tour suits best (and who should skip it)
Beijing, China, Tour Reviews

Private Beijing Markets Tour with Tea Tasting at Hongqiao Pearl Market

15.Private Beijing Markets Tour with Tea Tasting at Hongqiao Pearl Market

Private Beijing markets tour with Panjiayuan antiques, Hongqiao Pearl tea tasting, and guide-led bargaining with hotel pickup.

5.0

“I wanted to experience Beijing shopping without getting overwhelmed so I booked this tour. I got a fantastic Tea Ceremony experience and the chance to head right to the best and most famous shop in the Pearl Market, finished off with a wonderful and authentic lunch featuring Peking Duck. My guide took excellent care of…”

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