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Combine your love of tea and travel on one of our thoughtfully created charming Taiwan tea tours, perfect for the discerning traveler wanting more than ordinary, everyday travel experiences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At ChinaTours.com, we understand the world is divided into two groups: Those who take an everyday approach to tea, and those who take their tea very<\/em> seriously (the way we do). In Taiwan, tea is serious business, so if you take tea seriously, know your Oolong from your Assam, and can discern a pu\u2019er<\/em> tea from a black tea, then our Taiwan tea tours are for you. In the creation process, we\u2019ve taken the best of Taiwan tea culture and woven it into wonderful, holistic experiences of this lovely idyllic island. Tea aficionados can indulge their love with local Taiwan tea lovers, growers, and workers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Join our lovely bilingual guides as you travel the island and learn about the history of tea in Taiwan, visit some of the island\u2019s most highly regarded plantations, deepen your understanding of tea culture, and practise the art of making and enjoying tea. All this while you experience Taiwan\u2019s beautiful landscapes, picturesque natural highlights, and manmade sights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If there\u2019s one thing we strive for at ChinaTours.com, it\u2019s perfecting the balance of activity and rest on tour. Why? So you have time to savor experiences and gather beautiful travel memories and treasured mementos along the way. Ready for a travel experience with a difference? Join us on one of our Taiwan tea tours when you book a vacation<\/a> with our friendly tour team.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Why choose ChinaTours.com for Taiwan tea tours?<\/p><\/div>

Our Taiwan tea tours strike a perfect balance between natural landscapes, cultural history, and of course, tea plantations, tea factories, tea museums, tea shops, and teahouses. Our goal is that you finish your tour feeling enriched through learning about the culture of Taiwan tea up close. Expect experiences that showcase every stage of tea, from planting to processing; from making to tasting; from teaware to tea ceremonies. Curious about the perfect match for a particular food? You\u2019ll learn this and other vital tea details when you take a tea tour with us.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

What’s included in our Taiwan tea tours?<\/p><\/div>

If it\u2019s a top up of tea knowledge and sampling of the very best Taiwan teas at plantations, tea shops, and tea houses, then we have you well and truly covered. If, however, you know there is more to a Taiwan tea tour than all things tea, you will love that we\u2019ve included a range of activities and highlights that convey the essence of Taiwan. Here\u2019s what to expect:<\/p>\n

\u25cf Explore exciting cities like Taipei, Taitung, Yilan, Hualien and Kaohsiung. Who knew a tiny island could hold such treasures. Taiwan\u2019s cities are vibrant, with each reflecting different aspects of culture and history. Expect to be delighted.
\u25cf Discover destinations steeped in incredible natural beauty (did we say Taiwan\u2019s other name is the \u2018emerald Eden\u2019?), like Taroko, Alishan, Kenting, Sun Moon Lake, and Yehliu Geopark with its fascinating rock structures
\u25cf Unpack history at places of cultural significance like the National Palace Museum, Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall, and Martyrs\u2019 Shrine.
\u25cf Savor opportunities to delight in Taiwan\u2019s cuisine, which spans a remarkable breadth: Expect delicious street food, bustling night markets, fabulous Michelin hat restaurants, Hakka to indigenous food reflecting local minority groups, and more.
\u25cf Gain insights to traditional cultures when you visit indigenous villages and homestays that provide an experience of real Taiwan and its people.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Looking for a custom Taiwan tea tour?<\/p><\/div>

Maybe you\u2019re a more discerning traveler than most. That\u2019s okay. At ChinaTours.com we specialize in creating bespoke travel experiences. Whether it\u2019s a Taiwan tea tour for two or a family friendly tour of this lovely little island, our crew has got you covered. And if you\u2019re hoping to travel beyond Taiwan to other destinations throughout China or Indochina, we can help with that too. Simply get in touch with our friendly travel consultants who will take care of every detail.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

What can I do on a Taiwan tea tour?<\/p><\/div>

\u25cf\u00a0Wander through Taroko National Park<\/strong>\u00a0– Enjoyed for its fabulous walking trails, incredible views, and world class photo opportunities, there are few more naturally beautiful places in Taiwan.
\u25cf\u00a0Immerse yourself in Alishan<\/strong>\u00a0– Revered for its stunning mountain views, a visit to Alishan is an opportunity to immerse yourself in a forest of giant cedars.
\u25cf\u00a0Cruise Sun Moon Lake<\/strong>\u00a0– At the very least, the curious name \u2018Sun Moon Lake\u2019 should pique your interest, but there\u2019s more to captivate you here. Expect quiet moments of reflection either floating across the lake itself, or cycling or driving around its perimeter.
\u25cf\u00a0Marvel at natural stone sculptures<\/strong>\u00a0– Visit another world at Yehliu Geopark, a fascinating assembly of natural rock sculptures bearing uncanny resemblance to all weird and wonderful things.
\u25cf\u00a0Make and taste tea<\/strong>\u00a0– Visit a famous teahouse in Taipei or a tea plantation in Dongshan for a unique tea making experience.
\u25cf\u00a0Enrich your knowledge of tea<\/strong>\u00a0– Learn from the very best with a visit to Pinglin Tea Museum, Wuho Tourist Tea Plantation, and an old Assam tea factory.
\u25cf\u00a0Explore Taiwan\u2019s tea growing areas<\/strong>\u00a0– Explore the tea producing regions of Shi-Chuo, Pingtung, Hualien and Pinglin.
\u25cf\u00a0Enjoy local authentic food<\/strong>\u00a0– Taiwan\u2019s cuisine is exciting and diverse. Try something different each day by choosing from street food and snacks, local delicacies, Hakka food, indigenous food, local night markets, and Michelin restaurants.
\u25cf\u00a0Overnight at a homestay<\/strong>\u00a0– Explore the traditions, culture, and people from Wujie Indigenous Village, then sample some typical indigenous dishes for lunch or dinner.
\u25cf\u00a0Relax in a natural hot spring<\/strong>\u00a0– Soak in a natural hot spring in Chiphen and Jiaoxi, both ideal destinations for hot springs.
\u25cf\u00a0Visit Taiwan\u2019s night markets<\/strong>\u00a0– Enjoy the hustle, bustle, and seriously good food at any number of night markets in Taiwan. Perfect for immersing yourself in local flavors.
\u25cf\u00a0Explore local life and history<\/strong>\u00a0– The faithfully restored historical town streets of Beipu offer much to the curious, not least of which is deep insights to how life once was for locals.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Taiwan tea tours<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Our multi-day Taiwan tea tours range in duration and destinations. Each one includes opportunities to enjoy the very best of Taiwan\u2019s natural beauty, historical landmarks, and of course, all things tea-related. And if you can\u2019t see what you\u2019re looking for here, reach out to our friendly team<\/a> and create your very own custom tour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Discover Taiwan tea fun facts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Taiwan\u2019s tea history<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

For an island whose history spans millennia, it\u2019s hard to believe the history of tea in Taiwan dates back just over 200 years (notwithstanding the history of tea stretches back some 5,000 years and that the Dutch grew tea on a small scale in Taiwan in the 1600\u2019s).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So when did it begin? During the Qing dynasty, immigrants from Fujian and Guangdong brought tea and tea making to Taiwan. An English merchant John Dodd and his comprador, a Chinese businessman Li Chunsheng, effectively launched the tea industry in Taiwan by importing tea from Fujian. They taught farmers to grow tea, built large-scale tea plantations and made Formosa Oolong tea well-known all over the world by exporting to the USA and England in the 1860s. After 1895, new and improved varieties of tea were developed and black tea production was boosted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

During Japanese occupation in Taiwan (from 1900 to the end of the Second World War), tea production ramped up, and the quality of Taiwanese tea – known as Formosa tea – gained a worldwide reputation. During this time, some of the world\u2019s most popular varieties of teas were developed in Japanese testing facilities in Taiwan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Taiwan\u2019s best known teas include: Dong Ding Oolong, Baozhong, Jin Xuan Oolong, Tieguanyin, Alishan High-mountain tea, Dayuling Oolong, Oriental Beauty, Sun Moon Lake Ruby Red black tea, and Biluochun green tea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Taipei teahouses<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A visit to Taiwan is not complete with entering a teahouse to two, but where do you start? There are many wonderful venues, but here are three we highly recommend:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Wistaria Tea House<\/h3><\/div>

Wistaria Tea House<\/h3>

An elegant and peaceful teahouse that doubles as a gallery\/museum, the zen-like quiet of this lovely sanctuary belies its history as a place for dissenters to debate and share like-minded views during Taiwan\u2019s troubled times in the late 1970\u2019s. Enjoy the finest tea and wander the exhibition of the day during your visit.<\/p>\n

(From 16th Dec 2024, Wistaria Tea House is temporarily closed for a couple of years due to the restoration and renovation works.\uff09<\/p>\n<\/div>Explore More<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Hermit\u2019s Hut<\/h3><\/div>

Hermit\u2019s Hut<\/h3>

Nestled in a small lane just next to Songshan Cultural and Creative Park, Hermit\u2019s Hut is truly a hidden gem. Find the beauty of tea culture in this sanctuary of simplicity and tradition. Select the tea from owner\u2019s own collection to organic and indigenous options. The staff will perform and show you the first round of a tea ceremony and share the knowledge of the traditional way for brewing Chinese tea. Enjoy the tea with their homemade teatime snacks that are all perfectly paired with your choice of tea. The unique tea gift from Hermit\u2019s Hut is something you won\u2019t miss. The tea card (English version available) introduces the background, flavor and the brewing suggestion of the tea you chose. Making reservations is highly recommended.<\/p>\n<\/div>Explore More<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Stop By Tea House<\/h3><\/div>

Stop By Tea House<\/h3>

Owned and operated by a former architect, Mr. Shen and his wife, this famous teahouse is more like a tea art gallery. In addition to the exquisite teaware on display, another highlight of the teahouse is the ancient Chinese tea drinking game, Qu Shui Liu Shang<\/em>, that the owner has revived to an enthusiastic reception from locals and international travelers. Tea novices welcome.<\/p>\n<\/div>Explore More<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Bubble tea, also called pearl milk tea, tapioca tea, boba tea, and foam milk tea, is so popular among Asians, and is now even a beverage that is popular worldwide. Incredibly, local Taiwan people consume about 100 million bubble teas annually.<\/p>\n

How did bubble tea originate? It is said that Chun Shui Tang, a teahouse founded in 1983, started to make a kind of \u2018iced tea\u2019 by using premium tea. In 1986, a young employee mixed her favorite tapioca balls into the iced milk tea and iced lemon tea by chance, and even sold this \u2018private recipe iced tea\u201d for a trial. Positive customer feedback sealed its success, so when she asked to sell the tea as an official product, approval was a\u00a0fait accompli<\/em>. In the Spring of 1987, the pearl milk tea was officially launched in Chun Shui Tang.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Today there are countless bubble tea shops all over the world. A basic bubble tea, which can be black or green, can be morphed into many varieties simply by adding different ingredients of herbal jelly, coconut jelly, taro balls, puddings, aloe, coffee jelly, and fruit pieces.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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The tea ceremony as an art form originated in China, and spread to Japan, Korea, and Vietnam. In Taiwan, tea is integral to life and culture in Taiwan, and modern local tea ceremonies in Taiwan take influences from Japan, yet Taiwan tea culture maintains its own distinctive characteristics. Where a Japanese tea ceremony may be a more serious affair, a Taiwan tea ceremony is more life-oriented, and in Chinese is called \u2018tea art\u2019.<\/p>\n

The heritage of a Taiwan tea ceremony can be found in a\u00a0Gongfu<\/em>\u00a0tea ceremony. (Gongfu<\/em>\u00a0translates as mastery of skills or spending much time and effort doing something). In terms of tea ceremony, it appeared during the Song dynasty and was popular in the regions of Fujian and Guangdong. As the name implies, there is an art and skill in making the tea, not to mention an array of teaware and utensils necessary to create the perfect tea and perfect tea experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The art of tea making Taiwan-style means to pay attention to the quality of the tea, the skill applied in making the tea, the exquisite teaware used in the ceremony, and the peaceful environment in which the tea is enjoyed.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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While there\u2019s a whole industry around the growing of tea, it\u2019s fair to say that Taiwan teaware has emerged as a kind of sub-industry, with the very best teaware appealing to those who love items of beauty that are rich in symbolism.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Teaware is made in many and varied materials, including clay, porcelain, glass, silver, bamboo, wood, jade, crystal, and metals such as tin, copper, iron, and stainless steel. Craftsmen create beautiful artworks that are collected and coveted by tea and art lovers alike. When in Taiwan, it\u2019s hard to go past Yingge, considered the center of pottery and ceramics on the island. For tea lovers serious about using the finest quality teaware, be it classic or contemporary, add Yingge to your Taiwan bucket list.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Tea culture experience<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

How do you choose between all the tea plantations, factories, and museums for the ultimate tea culture experience? It\u2019s not easy, but with a little guidance you can sip with confidence. We\u2019ve listed our top picks here, but read through our tours for more detailed information on tea culture destinations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Pinglin Tea Museum<\/h3><\/div>

Pinglin Tea Museum<\/h3>

Believed to be one of the world\u2019s largest museums dedicated solely to showcasing the history, production, and marketing of tea, the delightful recreation of lifelike scenes that show how tea was and still is produced will give you the sense you\u2019ve stepped back in time. The museum is located in a traditional Chinese courtyard, covering a three hectare area. Exhibits display the tea processing equipment, types of tea, information about tea production regions in China and other countries, the history of tea, including its origins, teas from different Chinese dynasties, the history of tea in Pinglin, the story of Wenshan Baozhong tea, and the art of tea. Anyone for teaware, tea books, or songs about tea? You can find it all at Pinglin Tea Museum.<\/p>\n<\/div>Explore More<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Fuyuan Tea Factory<\/h3><\/div>

Fuyuan Tea Factory<\/h3>

This old tea factory is located in a Hakka village in Taoyuan. Visitors can learn about tea processing and enjoy the experiences of picking, shaping, and panning tea. You can even get hands on making tea powder! The tea factory produces green, black tea, Oolong, and \u201coriental beauty\u201d tea. Be sure to try the unique Hakka \u201csour orange tea\u201d if you make a stop at Fuyuan.<\/p>\n<\/div>Explore More<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Antique Assam Tea Farm<\/h3><\/div>

Antique Assam Tea Farm<\/h3>

Visit the Antique Assam Tea Farm, a plantation that has metamorphosed through the shape-shifting changes in the Taiwan tea industry to become a living legacy to Taiwan\u2019s rich tea culture. A \u2018tea oasis\u2019 in Taiwan, not least because of its idyllic presentation, you will find a remarkable collection of Assam teas ready to add to your tea collection.<\/p>\n<\/div>Explore More<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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