What makes this tour special?

Designed by locals with insider knowledge, avoiding tourist traps and focusing on authentic experiences.

Can this tour be customized?

Absolutely. We can adjust duration, focus areas, and pace to match your interests.

Tea Village Experience | 2 Days Food & Culture Experience

Longjing Village (龙井村)

Authentic tea village experience — pick tea leaves, learn roasting, taste fresh brews

Meijiawu (梅家坞)

Tea plantation village with century-old tea houses and farm-to-table tea cuisine

Hefang Street (河坊街)

Historic pedestrian street with traditional crafts, snacks, and old Hangzhou atmosphere

Hangzhou Cuisine

Sweet and delicate flavors — dongpo pork, beggars chicken, West Lake vinegar fish

Nanshan Road

Scenic lakeside road lined with restaurants and tea houses overlooking the water

Farm Life

Experience rural Zhejiang life in traditional farming communities

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Tea Plantation Immersion

Spend a full day in the heart of Longjing tea country — where China's most famous green tea has been cultivated for over 1,000 years.

9:00 AM: Meet your guide at Longjing Village. The village is nestled in hills where emperors once selected the finest tribute tea for the imperial court.
9:00-11:30 AM: Walk through terraced tea plantations. Your guide explains the terroir — how soil, elevation, and climate create Longjing's unique flavor profile. Learn about the four grades of Longjing tea and what makes the highest quality.
12:00 PM: Traditional farmhouse lunch in the village. Try: tea-infused dishes like tea-smoked chicken, stir-fried tea leaves, and seasonal mountain vegetables.
2:00 PM: Hands-on tea picking experience. During harvest season (March-April), you can pick tea leaves under the guidance of local farmers. Your guide explains the traditional picking methods that ensure quality.
3:30-5:00 PM: Visit a tea processing facility. Watch the traditional roasting process where leaves are hand-roasted in large woks — a skill that takes years to master. Sample different grades of fresh tea.
7:00 PM: Evening at a traditional tea house in Meijiawu (梅家坞). This village has century-old tea houses where tea connoisseurs have gathered for generations. Participate in a formal Gongfu tea ceremony and learn proper tea appreciation.

Culinary Hangzhou

Discover Hangzhou's celebrated cuisine, known for delicate flavors and fresh ingredients that reflect the region's natural abundance.

9:00 AM: Meet your guide at Nanshan Road, a scenic lakeside avenue. Start with morning tea at a historic tea house overlooking West Lake.
9:00-11:00 AM: Visit the China National Tea Museum, dedicated to China's 4,000-year tea history. Explore exhibits on tea cultivation, processing, and drinking culture. The museum's tea garden offers hands-on demonstrations.
11:30 AM: Lunch at a renowned Hangzhou restaurant. Try: dongpo pork (braised pork belly named after the famous poet), West Lake vinegar fish, and beggar's chicken.
2:00 PM: Explore Hefang Street (河坊街), Hangzhou's historic pedestrian street dating to the Southern Song Dynasty. This preserved area offers traditional crafts, antiques, and street food.
3:30-5:00 PM: Food tour through Hefang Street. Sample local specialties: lotus cakes, dragon's beard candy, and various tea-infused snacks. Visit workshops producing traditional crafts like silk umbrellas and carved wood.
7:00 PM: Farewell dinner at a restaurant specializing in Jiangnan cuisine. Your guide explains the characteristics that distinguish Hangzhou cuisine from other Chinese regional cuisines, and shares their favorite local food experiences.

What's Included

Included

Professional English-speaking local guide (all days)
All meals as specified in itinerary
Entrance fees for all attractions
Local transportation during tour hours
Water and snacks during tours
Small group (2-8 people)

Not Included

Hotel accommodation
Personal expenses and souvenirs
Optional activities not in itinerary
Alcoholic beverages
Travel insurance
Airport transfers (can be arranged separately)

"This tour exceeded all our expectations. Our guide was knowledgeable, passionate, and went above and beyond to ensure we had an authentic experience. We discovered places we never would have found on our own and left with memories that will last a lifetime."

James Davidson

United States

Frequently Asked Questions

This tour is designed by locals who know the city intimately. We avoid tourist traps, focus on authentic experiences, and provide insights that only insiders can offer. Our small group size ensures personalized attention and flexibility to adjust the itinerary based on your interests.

We keep our groups small (2-8 people) to ensure personalized attention and authentic experiences. This size allows us to visit places that larger tour groups cannot access and provides flexibility to customize the experience.

Children aged 8+ are welcome on this tour. The itinerary involves moderate walking and some stairs. Please contact us in advance if traveling with younger children or if anyone in your group has mobility concerns — we can suggest modifications.

Absolutely. We can adjust the duration, focus areas, and pace to match your interests. Whether you want more time at cultural sites, deeper exploration of food scenes, or to add specific attractions, we'll design a bespoke itinerary for you.

Comfortable walking shoes are essential. Bring weather-appropriate clothing, sunscreen, a camera, and a small day bag. During summer, mosquito repellent is recommended. If you have any dietary restrictions or medication needs, please let us know in advance.

Tea Village Experience