Ho Chi Minh City's Hidden Gem: Experience Lotus Tea Culture

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1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Delve into Vietnam's rich tea culture with a unique Lotus Tea Show experience in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City.
This 60-minute event showcases the delicate art of lotus tea, beginning with an introduction to its royal heritage. Witness a skilled tea performer carry out the rare craft of infusing green tea with fresh lotus flowers, followed by a tasting of this iconic blend.

Guests will also participate in a hands-on scenting activity and have the opportunity to brew tea themselves under the guidance of a tea artisan. To complete the experience, each guest receives a personalized lotus flower filled with their own tea blend as a memorable keepsake.

This engaging cultural journey is perfect for tea enthusiasts and curious travelers alike.

What's Included

1 lotus flower filled with your own tea blend
Tea tasting session
Hands-on lotus tea scenting activity
English-speaking host & artisan
Tea Show Guidebook in English
Photo opportunities in a traditional tea setting
Transportation to the venue
Meals or drinks outside the tea tasting
Additional tea purchases (available on request)

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Our showroom is located directly opposite the Bitexco Tower, on the 2nd floor of a local apartment building at 19 Hai Trieu Street, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City — just a 1-minute walk from Nguyen Hue Walking Street.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Part 1: Introduction to Vietnamese Tea Culture

Learn about the history and significance of Vietnamese tea drinking traditions.

Discover the story behind the famous West Lake Lotus Tea and how it is traditionally made.

Part 2: Live Tea Performance

Watch a skilled tea artisan perform the rare and elegant art of brewing tea inside fresh lotus buds.

Part 3: Tasting & Scenting Experience

Enjoy the exquisite flavor of Tay Ho Lotus Tea.

Try infusing tea with fresh lotus to explore the delicate scenting process yourself.

Part 4: Hands-On Keepsake Activity

Receive step-by-step guidance on how to carefully place tea leaves into real lotus flowers.

Take home your own handcrafted lotus tea as a meaningful souvenir.

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Supplied by Trà Việt - Vietnamese Tea Experience & Gift Shop

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Cancellation Policy

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

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