Highlights
- Authentic Transformation: Wear traditional tea-picker outfits for a photogenic, immersive experience.
- Guided Harvest: Master the "one bud, two leaves" picking secret with local experts.
- Ancient Craftsmanship: Try the UNESCO-listed manual roasting over a traditional heated wok.
- Sommelier Insights: Deep-dive into tea history, grading, and professional tasting.
- Zen Artistry: Choose between Song-style Tea Whisking or hands-on Matcha Making.
Step 1: Transformation & Culture Begin at the edge of the lush hills. After changing into traditional indigo-dyed tea-picking costumes, your guide—a tea culture expert—will provide a deep-dive briefing on the 1,200-year history and the complex grading system of Longjing tea.
Step 2: Mindful Harvesting Follow a master into the organic plantation. Learn to identify the "Imperial Grade" buds and practice the mindful "pinch and pull" technique. This hands-on labor reveals the dedication required to produce every gram of this "Green Gold."
Step 3: The Secret of the Fire Back at the tea house, witness the magic of metamorphosis. Under expert guidance, sit before a traditional iron wok to experience manual roasting. Master the "ten hand movements" to flatten and shape the leaves as the iconic toasted-bean aroma fills the air.
Step 4: The Art of Whisking & Savoring (New!) Beyond tasting, engage in a hands-on workshop. Choose between:
- Song Dynasty Tea Whisking: The ancient art of creating delicate foam with a bamboo whisk.
- Matcha Making: Grinding and whisking fresh tea into a vibrant, frothy bowl. Conclude with a formal tea sommelier session, pairing your brew with exquisite local snacks (like Osmanthus Jelly) amidst the serene tea terraces.
Inclusions
- Professional English-speaking guide & Local Tea Master.
- Rental of traditional tea-picking costumes and bamboo equipment.
- Hands-on harvesting and manual roasting experience.
- Tea Culture Workshop: Comprehensive knowledge sharing and grading session.
- Hands-on Experience: Choose either Tea Whisking or Matcha Making.
- Premium Longjing tasting and a selection of seasonal local snacks.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (Downtown area).
Exclusions
- Meals
