The World’s 15 Best Tea Tastings

Twinings 2-Hour Tea Tasting Masterclass in London - Starting at 216 Strand

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 105 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $69Our pick

Taste six tea styles at Twinings on London’s Strand, learn tea history and judging skills, and decide if this intimate two-hour class earns its price.

“The tea class was quite informative and interactive. After learning about tea, we were given six samples to try. While we tried the samples, we were asked to describe what we were tasting. We were given some examples of words we could use to describe the tea. Excellent class overall”

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Tea Tasting and Pairing Concept Workshop

2.Tea Tasting and Pairing Concept Workshop

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 57 reviews · from $65

Taste four premium Chinese teas, learn kung-fu brewing, and pair green, red, and oolong teas with sweets in Hong Kong.

“I loved this experience. We tried four different teas and learned about how to brew and serve a proper cup of tea. Oue tea master was knowledgeable, engaging and most of all, kind. She helped us get a taxi back to our hotel and waited with us until it arrived.”

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Munnar: Tea trail, Tea Factory, and Tea Tasting Tour

3.Tea trail, Tea Factory, and Tea Tasting Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 47 reviews · 3 hours · from $13Best value

Walk Munnar’s tea fields, tour Lockhart Tea Factory, and taste several teas on an affordable three-hour guided experience.

“Our guide Raj was welcoming, friendly and provided an excellent and interesting explanation of the history of tea in India and the operation of the estate and factory now. Warm thanks to your organisation and specially to Raj himself.”

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Biking Real Shanghai& Tea Tasting Experience

4.Biking Real Shanghai& Tea Tasting Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 45 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $88

Cycle through Shanghai’s old lanes, French Concession, parks, and local neighborhoods, then taste traditional Chinese tea in a small group.

“The bike ride was very enjoyable and really gave the sense of being a local and navigating the traffic in the city. The stops were excellent and gave a "behind" scene of how some locals live and some of the activities the central government is doing to improve their living situation. A very generous government! The stops for snacks and foods were great insights into everyday living by locals (I was taken to places (restaurant and stands) that a local would go to and not a tourist- loved that! And the tour guide, Leo, had excellent knowledge and at the right level of detail to learn and remember what he…”

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Matcha Experience with of Japanese Tea Tasting in Tokyo

5.Matcha Experience with of Japanese Tea Tasting in Tokyo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 31 reviews · from $57

Taste seven Japanese teas, learn matcha-making, and enjoy homemade sweets in a friendly five-person Tokyo tea class led by a former tea farmer.

“It was engaging, informative, and offered a wonderful glimpse into the cultural richness behind this simple yet significant tradition. I left with a deeper appreciation for both the tea and the mindfulness that goes into its preparation. A passionate and knowledgeable instructor who patiently answered all my questions.”

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Nara:5 Type of Tea Tasting & Mindful Tea Ceremony

6.5 Type of Tea Tasting & Mindful Tea Ceremony

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 28 reviews · 1h 30m · from $61

Taste five Nara teas, learn matcha from a tea master, and enjoy wagashi in a peaceful 120-year-old Japanese house.

“It was really nice experience and the host was amazing! We could feel the tea ceremony and learn a lot about it! We spent time very good :)”

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Montmartre Hill French Afternoon Tea Tasting Tour with Crepes and Macarons

7.Montmartre Hill French Afternoon Tea Tasting Tour with Crepes and Macarons

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $114

Taste crepes, macarons, chocolate, and pastries while exploring Montmartre from Moulin Rouge to Sacré-Cœur.

“I couldn't have asked for a better way to spend our family's last afternoon in Paris! Our guide, Mathias, was both knowledgeable and entertaining. We learned so much about the history, culture, and hidden gems of Montmartre, which is a delightful and very quirky area, while of course tasting some delicious treats along the way! Also if you are a fan of the movie Amelie, this is a great opportunity to see some of the scenes featured in the film. This tour is stimulating for both your mind and tastebuds--don't miss it!”

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Munnar Tea Trail Tour , Tea factory visit & Tea Tasting

8.Munnar Tea Trail Tour , Tea factory visit & Tea Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 25 reviews · from $14

Walk Munnar’s Lockhart tea estate, tour a 1936 factory, meet tea workers, and taste local teas on a 3-hour guided tour.

“This tour is a scam! the "English guide" was just a tuktuk driver who barely spoke English. he first dropped me off at the tea factory and then at a very small tea field where he sent me off to walk around by myself. and that was it, no walking on a tea trail, no explanations, nothing. total scam, do not book this!”

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Full Day Food Tour Of Delhi with a chef. Includes Tea Tasting

9.Full Day Food Tour Of Delhi with a chef. Includes Tea Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 20 reviews · from $200

Taste up to 25 Delhi dishes on a chef-led Old and New Delhi food tour with hotel pickup, local eateries, and optional tea tasting.

“Thanks to the Coronavirus, our flights home via China from South East Asia were cancelled. Therefore, we looked at an alternative route that didn't cost a fortune. The best price was via Delhi but we only had one day there (such a shame because we loved it!).”

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Nara:Tea Tasting&Private Tea Ceremony -Master Matcha Making-

10.Tea Tasting&Private Tea Ceremony -Master Matcha Making-

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 19 reviews · from $63

Taste five Nara teas, learn tea etiquette, whisk matcha, and enjoy wagashi in a private traditional tea room with local host Mike.

“Really great experience. Mike was knowledgeable and very kind. We had different type of teas in a traditional setting and had the opportunity to make our own matcha tea. Also Mike was very nice to give us some giveaway. Also, he was super Read more”

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Shanghai 3-Hour Afternoon Tea Tasting and Dessert Tour

11.Shanghai 3-Hour Afternoon Tea Tasting and Dessert Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 15 reviews · 3 hours · from $77

Taste mooncakes, Chinese tea, and icy Cantonese desserts on a three-hour Shanghai walk through Huaihai Road.

“This tasting tour was just what I was looking for - something different from traditional trips to touristy sites. Especially because I had a 14-year old son with me. We had a chance to visit some places which we would never have visited or even found alone and we tried some food which we wouldn't have tried without our guide. Jim planned the excusion really well. We tasted some local yogurt, dessert with watermelon, Macha ice cream, bubble tea, mango dessert, biscuits, lots of different fruit. And to top it all up, we had a proper tea tasting ceremony in an authentic place (after that we had another 2 tea…”

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Private Shanghai City and Zhujiajiao Combo Tour with Boating, Tea Tasting, Lunch

12.Private Shanghai City and Zhujiajiao Combo Tour with Boating, Tea Tasting, Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · from $228

Review of a private Shanghai and Zhujiajiao tour with boat ride, tea tasting, lunch, hotel pickup, and flexible sightseeing.

“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.”

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Half day Gorreana – Pedestrian Walk and Tea Tasting (Min. 2 persons)

13.Half day Gorreana – Pedestrian Walk and Tea Tasting (Min. 2 persons)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $66

Hike São Miguel’s Gorreana tea fields, tour Europe’s only tea factory, and taste local tea with hotel pickup from Ponta Delgada.

“Everything, mainly the hike in the tea plantation and the chat with the guide. Highly recommend for everyone!”

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Tea Tasting & Brewing Experience

14.Tea Tasting & Brewing Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · from $55

Learn tea tasting, tea categories, and gaiwan brewing in a small Hong Kong session with premium teas, snacks, and expert guidance.

“Learned a lot. The host was friendly, passionate, and made tea tasting super fun and informative. ..”

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Small Group Japanese Green Tea Tasting in Shizuoka

15.Small Group Japanese Green Tea Tasting in Shizuoka

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · from $273

Review of Shizuoka’s private tea tour, with a family farm tasting, seafood lunch, Mt. Fuji views, transport tips, and value advice.

“I had such a good time! The tour was very interesting, the hosts at the plantation were great, the organisers of the tour were super, and my guide was absolutely wonderful :) I absolutely recommend this!”

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