Hangzhou Tea Heritage: A Master-led Tea Harvest & Whisking

Step into a tea master’s world. In a private garden, don traditional gear to harvest with a heritage specialist. Master the "iron-wok" secrets and ancient whisking. Live like a local tea scholar.
Begin your journey at the edge of the lush hills. Change into traditional indigo-dyed tea-picking costumes and listen as your guide—a tea culture expert—provides a deep-dive briefing on the 1,200-year history and the complex grading system of Longjing tea.

Follow a master into the organic plantation. Learn to identify the "Imperial Grade" buds and practice the mindful "pinch and pull" technique. This hands-on labor reveals the dedication required to produce every gram of this "Green Gold."

Back at the tea house, witness the magic of metamorphosis. Under expert guidance, sit before a traditional iron wok to experience manual roasting. Master the "ten hand movements" to flatten and shape the leaves as the iconic toasted-bean aroma fills the air.

Beyond tasting, engage in a hands-on workshop. Choose between Song Dynasty Tea Whisking, the ancient art of creating delicate foam with a bamboo whisk, or Matcha Making, grinding and whisking fresh tea into a vibrant, frothy bowl.

Conclude with a formal tea sommelier session, pairing your brew with exquisite local snacks (like Osmanthus Jelly) amidst the serene tea terraces.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.