TEA TOURS · TEA CEREMONIES IN CHINA
Every trip has one free morning too few. These 5 tea ceremonies in China justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part.
Taste five Chinese teas, learn traditional brewing, and meet an English-speaking tea master in Beijing for just $9.
“Very lovely experience! We liked it a lot. Thanks to our Russian-speaking tea master Kostya for the ceremony!”
Review of Beijing’s intimate tea, Guqin, and calligraphy workshop, with practical advice on value, timing, transport, and who should book.
“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.”
Sip Chinese tea in a Beijing hutong courtyard near the Forbidden City, learn local customs, and meet a friendly multigenerational host.
“We are not such tea lovers, but the tea was really tasty, and we mostly enjoyed our two hosts and the conversation we had. We learned a lot about the tea rituals and the history of Beijing.”
A three-hour Beijing cultural experience combining tea ceremony, guqin music, hands-on calligraphy, and expert instruction for $15.
“Forget the usual dinner date—this was way more special. Sipping tea, listening to live music, and writing calligraphy for each other made it an unforgettable evening. If you want something authentic and intimate, this is it!”
Learn Chinese calligraphy, enjoy jasmine tea, and create a fan, bookmarks, and scroll painting in a small Xi'an studio.
“Yunyun was amazing! Really Knowledgeable and open to any request, you can ask her anything, I would 100% recommend this tour!”
Pick a room, a ridge, a factory floor or a trolley.
