Yilan Rural Tea Picking Experience from Taipei City
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Embark on a slow travel experience from Taipei City to Yilan and discover the beauty of this small town. Meet local tea farmers, learn about Taiwanese tea, and enjoy a hands-on tea picking experience. Visit an award-winning craft beer brewery and sample unique craft beers, including tea beer. Don't miss this unique cultural and culinary adventure!
Duration:
9 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Dongshan Township - Immerse yourself in the authentic process of Taiwanese organic tea cultivation at a functioning tea farm in Yilan, where age-old tea-making techniques are still in practice. Engage in the traditional act of plucking tea leaves alongside a native tea grower on the farm, and discover the manual methods of harvesting and processing that lead to the creation of exquisite Oolong tea. Participate in a unique, interactive session where you’ll learn the art of tea leaf rolling and roasting. Following a meal enriched with tea flavors, visit a distinguished craft beer brewery for a guided exploration. Delve into the intricacies of beer production and taste a variety of craft beers, including a special tea-infused beer, before your return journey to Taipei.
What's Included
- Lunch included
- Comfortable travel with in-vehicle air conditioning
- Hands-on tea roasting and rolling experience
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
Meal Options
- Traditional cuisine with local ingredients
Additional Information
Experience the charm of the quaint town of Yilan with this laid-back travel excursion! Get acquainted with local tea cultivators who represent Taiwanese tea culture and participate in activities such as roasting, rolling tea leaves and tasting different varieties of tea like oolong and green tea. Later in the day, visit a highly-acclaimed artisan beer establishment and participate in the informative tour to better understand the beer brewing process. Taste a variety of craft beers, including tea-flavored ones before returning to Taipei.
- Tour requires a minimum of 4 guests. We will do our best to accommodate individual travelers by placing them on tours with other guests. In the event an individual traveler cannot be so accommodated, guests will be offered an alternative tour of equal value or full refund.
- Exact pick-up time and tour guide’s contact number will be advised two days before tour departure.
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
- There will be a 100% charge for no-shows that is defined as arriving 15 minutes late.
- In the event of inclement weather or other unforeseen circumstances, MyTaiwanTour reserves the right to alter tour itinerary.
- The minimum age of attendants must be over 18 years old
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Christane_m
Jul 24, 2022
Intersting, informative, welcoming - Wonderful experience. Beautiful landscape, modern and traditional seaside city/twin, gracious and heartwarming hosts. Really enjoyed making the tea and understanding how the leaves are prepared. Only wish we could have stayed longer to enjoy more of the tea!
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