TEA TOURS · WORLDWIDE
The ones worth booking.
The 15 most popular tea tours and tea-house experiences we have reviewed, from Kyoto ceremonies to Ceylon estate days. Tea-ceremony lessons, plantation walks, factory tastings and grand afternoon teas, all in one place.
Ride ATVs through Marrakech’s Palmeraie, stop for mint tea in the palm groves, and learn in small pace-based groups for $15.
Most Popular“It was amazing, we loved it. The chaffeur played our music in the car, we got tea and some snacks as well. The landscape was beautiful and the programme was fantastic.”
Kyoto tea ceremony in a traditional tea house near Kiyomizu. Watch matcha made, brew your own, enjoy sweets, and take photos.
“Extremely informative and relaxing! Felt rejuvenated afterwards”
1.5-hour Thames river cruise with traditional afternoon tea, unlimited tea and coffee, and big London landmarks from Tower to Parliament.
“Great way to view all the big historic sites without the crowds!”
Ju-An tea ceremony at Jotoku-ji: a 70-minute English-guided matcha ritual, purification, and a calm temple break in Kyoto.
“I enjoyed watching and participating in the tea ceremony. It was a quiet, serene escape from the busyness of Kyoto.”
Sip afternoon tea on a vintage double-decker bus around Dublin, with stops at Guinness, Phoenix Park, Trinity, and St Patrick’s Cathedral.
“The tour was probably the one I was most excited for on my trip. For one I love a good afternoon tea, but to do that on a cool old vintage bus driving the streets of Dublin took it to a whole new level! I was lucky enough to snag a seat on the top…”
Marrakech quad adventure in the Palmeraie with mint tea, bread, olives, and honey. Hotel pickup, safety briefing, and Atlas views.
“It was an excellent experience only down side was the weather. It rained throughout the entire ride. So maybe do this during summer or when it isn’t raining and so cold”
Boston Tea Party reenactment on replica ships plus museum exhibits and a Paul Revere film. Admission included, about 1 hour.
“So great to see such an historic site! Oliver and Steve were absolutely fabulous! My mom would have loved it too!”
Learn Kyoto tea ceremony basics in 45 minutes with a licensed Urasenke tea master, two matcha types, sweets, optional kimono.
“We booked the 45 min candlelit tea ceremony for my family. It was absolutely wonderful. The hostess guided us upstairs where we all changed into kimonos. They were all beautiful and felt high quality. She offered to take pictures of us as well (pictures are permitted but not videos). The tea ceremony was taken very…”
See London from a 1960s Routemaster bus while enjoying classic afternoon tea, unlimited hot drinks, and recorded sights commentary.
“This was fabulous!! I would recommend this as a nice tour around London while having an English tea!”
One-hour Boston Tea Party Ships and Museum tour with mohawk disguises, tea-toss theatrics, 3D holograms, and replica ships for $35.
“It was so easy to book our trip, and convenient. Our experience was fun and educational as well”
A 90-minute London double-decker bus ride with afternoon tea plus Prosecco or a soft drink, passing the Tower of London and St Paul’s.
“(+) Friendly guides, great music, and not just a small snack but almost a full lunch. (-) It's a bit of a shame that not all guests can sit facing forward.”
Ride a restored 1960s Dublin double-decker while enjoying a full afternoon tea, unlimited hot drinks, and fun local stories.
“From start to finish it was just brilliant. The afternoon tea was delicious the tour guides were very knowledgeable you can have a laugh with them and nothing was too much trouble. The service was excellent. Highly recommended”
A 45-minute Osaka tea ceremony with English-speaking kimono instructors. Make your own matcha and enjoy seasonal sweets in a tatami room for $25.
“Ayaka was a wonderful speaker and so interesting. Very entertaining. The sumos were retired, so not as big as you would expect, but the history was new to me. The public could fight them, lots of fun.”
Enjoy unlimited tea or coffee on a vintage bus tour of Edinburgh, with classic treats and big views of Castle, Old Town, and Holyrood.
“The Big Red Bus Afternoon Tea was a blast. The bus sets a fun and quirky mood. The food was delicious and the music selection was great. The driver and the chef were nice and kind. I'm sorry I forgot names. Definitely another unique experience. This was my third trip to Scotland... I try new…”
Camel ride through Marrakech’s Palmeraie with Moroccan mint tea, village views, easy pickup, and an optional quad-biking add-on.
“The drivers were friendly and punctual. The animal caretakers managed our group of 9 well. They took multiple pictures of the group as well as taking care of the animals. Great experience.”
