Tea of Taipei: Small-Group Tour with Taipei City Sightseeing

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Tea Culture Tour from Taipei — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Gain a deeper understanding of authentic Taiwanese tea — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Get a taste of Taiwan’s long and storied tea culture on our full-day scenic guided tour of two spectacular tea-growing areas just outside of Taipei City.

First, we'll ascend via gondola into the lush Maokong hills where we'll visit tea farms and meet revered tea masters. After learning a bit about Taiwan's tea history, we'll attend the first of two tea ceremonies, sampling various types of locally grown organic teas. Particularly famous for Tieguanyin Oolong tea

Afterward, we'll head further into the mountains to explore other tea farms, visiting the beautiful Thousand Island Lake before heading to a second traditional tea house for the afternoon ceremony.

Our Tea Culture Tour is the ideal opportunity to unwind and familiarize yourself with Taiwan tea and tea culture.

★ Please note: The Maokong Gondola closes in inclement weather. In the event this happens, we'll substitute a scenic drive through the hills of Maokong for the gondola ride.

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At a glance

Duration: 8 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 6 people
People per booking: 1–6
Guide: Japanese, English
Operated by: MyTaiwanTour

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–12 years) · Adults (13–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off ( in Taipei city only)
Included: Tea tasting and an expert of tea ceremony
Included: Admission ticket(s) for Maokong Gondola

Not included

Not included: Lunch
Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Maokong Gondola

20 min Admission included

Enjoy a scenic ride over the mountains on the Maokong Gondola

★ Please note: The Maokong Gondola closes in inclement weather. In the event this happens, we'll substitute a scenic drive through the hills of Maokong for the gondola ride.
Chih Nan Temple (Zhinan Temple)

30 min

Visit Zhinan Temple, a mountainside Taoist temple known for its ornate rooftops, red pillars, incense-filled halls, and panoramic views over Taipei.
Maokong mountain

4 hours Admission included

Our knowledge guide will take you to visit two tea growing areas off the beaten path yet just outside of Taipei. You will gain a deeper understanding of authentic Taiwanese tea.
Stop 4

30 min

Enjoy stunning views of Thousand Island Lake, surrounded by cascading tea terraces.
Taipei Tea Promotion Center for Tieguanyin and Baozhong

2 hours Admission included

You will participate in two traditional Taiwanese tea ceremonies and learn about Taiwan's tea history,

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Tai Hope Hotel
World Trade Hotel
Taipei URTRIP Hotel
Hotel Gracery Taipei
Simple+ Hotel
Illume Taipei
THE Tango Taipei FuHsing
Taipei House
Dunhua Mansion Taipei - MGallery Collection
Studio X Taipei Breeze Elegant Hotel
XINSHE Hotel - Linsen
Shin Shin Hotels - Songshan

and 536 more pickup points

Pick-up and drop-off from and to your accommodation in Taipei. Exact pick-up time and tour guide’s contact number will advised two days before tour departure.

Using your ticket

*Exact pick-up time and tour guide’s contact number will be advised two days before tour departure.

*In the event of inclement weather or other unforeseen circumstances, MyTaiwanTour reserves the right to alter tour itinerary.

*There will be a 100% charge for no-shows that is defined as arriving 15 minutes late.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Maokong Gondola might be close due to weather condition
Exact pick-up time and tour guide’s contact number will advised two days before tour departure
In the event of inclement weather or other unforeseen circumstances, MyTaiwanTour reserves the right to alter tour itinerary.
There will be a 100% charge for no-shows that is defined as arriving 15 minutes late.
For groups of two guests or under, the tour may be operated by a professional driver-guide.