Tea Picking Experience at the Vast Tea Plantation

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8 hours
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Number of Guests
1 - 15 guests
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English
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Explore expansive tea fields and join in traditional tea picking. Learn from expert tea masters about tea processing from leaf to cup. Visit historic Jiaguan Ancient Town.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Embark on a journey through vast tea fields spanning thousands of acres, where you'll have the opportunity to participate in the age-old tradition of tea picking. Learn the techniques involved in selecting the finest tea leaves, guided by experienced tea masters who will share their expertise and passion for this time-honored craft.

Following the tea-picking experience, delve into the art of tea processing, where you'll witness firsthand the meticulous steps involved in transforming freshly harvested leaves into exquisite teas. From withering and rolling to oxidation and drying, gain insight into the craftsmanship behind each cup of tea enjoyed around the world.

Jiaguan Ancient Town,is an ancient town with a history of over 2,300 years. It used to be an important post station on the Tea Horse Road and the Southern Silk Road, witnessing the prosperity of ancient commerce and cultural exchanges.

What You Get

English speaking local guide
Lunch
tea picking, tea processing, and tea tasting.
Personal expenses
Gratuity

Good To Know

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers

What You’ll Experience

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Ya'an

We departed at 8:00 in the morning and arrived at the vast tea gardens of Niujianping after about an hour and a half. Here, we will commence our day-long tea-picking experience. Tea Processing Experience: Under guidance, you will learn the basic steps of tea processing, including withering, rolling, fermenting, and roasting. You will have the opportunity to participate hands-on and experience the art of tea processing Upon arrival, head to the tea leaf picking area located deep within the tea plantation. You will be guided through the tea fields to experience the joy of picking tea leaves. Local famer will instruct you on the correct methods of tea picking and share information about the local tea culture and history.
6 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
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Jiaguanzhen

Jia Guan Ancient Town in Qionglai with a history of more than 2,300 years, Located on the ancient Tea-Horse Road, this ancient town was once one of the most famous towns in Qionglai and a very important trading and distribution center in history. The buildings in Jiaguan Ancient Town have a unique architectural style, built along the river and surrounded by water. The stilt houses are in harmony with the stone bridges of the Ming and Qing Dynasties, forming a picturesque scene.
2 hoursAdmission Ticket Free

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We will wait for you in the hotel lobby, holding a piece of paper with "Real North Adventure" written on it.

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Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

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