SHANGHAI · TEA TOURS
The ones worth booking.
The 9 shanghai tea tours worth booking. A short list of the ones travellers come home raving about, with prices, run times and who runs them.
Small-group cycling in Shanghai’s Old Town and French Concession, finish with a guided tea tasting. Bike, helmet, and photos included.
Most Popular“An excellent tour with a great guide, Ellen was friendly, knowledgeable and more than happy to answer any questions we had. The food was really good with lots of variety across three stops. Thanks, Ellen!”
Small-group Shanghai bike tour through Old Town and the French Concession, then a guided tea tasting that teaches what tea really is.
“local experience was very valuable to me. bike tour seems one of the best way to enjoy the city and to feel the city vibe closely without traffic. Ray was terrific guide!”
A small-group stroll on Huaihai Road with mooncake tastings, a tea ceremony, and Cantonese cold desserts, led by guide Jim.
“I had a fantastic time sampling different desserts and teas with Jim. I learned so much about not only Chinese history and culture, but also about the art of serving and drinking tea. What a wonderful way to spend an afternoon in Shanghai!”
Private Yu Garden and Old Town tour with tea tasting, hotel pickup, and an English guide for a smooth look at Shanghai’s historic core.
“A great tour of the Yu garden and tea ceremony. Annie was an excellent guide and provided lots of useful information.”
Private Shanghai + Zhujiajiao day: hotel pickup, old-town strolls, boat ride, tea tasting, and lunch. Custom pacing for your group.
“I was in Shanghai for Mid-Autumn. Jenny warned me that traffic in and out of town will be heavier than usual. In discussion, she made it possible to start the tour a little earlier to minimize the time on the road.”
Taste mooncakes, enjoy a Shanghai tea ceremony with Hangzhou and Fujian teas, then cool off with icy Cantonese desserts on Huaihai Road.
“A truly magical way to experience local Shanghai! If you like dessert, sightseeing on foot, and hidden gems, you’ll LOVE this tour. Not only did we get to try sweets from 8 different shops and amazing fruit from a fresh fruit grocer, but we also stopped by a small museum, walked through a beautiful park,…”
A small-group Chinese tea workshop in Shanghai with Max. Taste multiple teas, learn the science, then practice brewing with real tea ware.
“Max knows so much about tea and makes you learn everything you need to know about Chinese tea! I would recommend it to any tea lovers out there :)”
Whisk Song Dynasty powdered tea with a tea master in Shanghai. Hands-on lesson, expert guidance, and foam-topped tastings in 90 minutes.
“We had an amazing experience. Our Tea Master was extremely knowledgeable and kind. Our interpreter was very helpful. We enjoyed learning about the tea ceremonies and had delightful conversation. This is a “must do” on your to do list!!”
Guided Jade Buddha Temple, Yu Garden, Old Town Bazaar and tea tasting in 4 hours in Shanghai for $99.
“An amazing tour. Impeccable service, we were picked up and taken directly to our hotel in luxury cars. Our guide, Ruby, was fantastic, very professional and friendly.”
