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Unlike a typical tea tasting, this experience offers a deeper journey into the living traditions of Vietnamese tea culture.
You will witness a rare tea performance that recreates traditional lotus tea preparation methods, observe the delicate rituals of Vietnamese tea brewing, and participate directly in crafting your own lotus-scented tea.
The experience combines storytelling, sensory exploration, and hands-on learning, allowing guests to engage with Vietnamese culture in an authentic and meaningful way. Each step has been carefully designed to help visitors understand the artistry behind lotus tea and the philosophy that accompanies every cup.
The peaceful atmosphere of the tea house, combined with the gentle fragrance of lotus and tea, creates a unique environment where guests can slow down, relax, and reconnect with the beauty of traditional craftsmanship.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The experience takes place at Trà Việt Tea Space, located at 14 Duong Thanh Street, Hoan Kiem District, in the heart of Hanoi’s Old Quarter. The venue is situated inside a historic villa known as Villa Hoang Thuy Chi.
What to expect
Witness a captivating live performance by a skilled tea artisan, who will demonstrate the refined and almost forgotten art of brewing tea inside fresh lotus buds. This intricate method, passed down through generations, transforms a simple tea ritual into a poetic and immersive experience, showcasing the harmony between nature, patience, and craftsmanship.
Savor the delicate and aromatic flavors of authentic West Lake Lotus Tea. Enjoy a guided tea tasting to savor the subtle notes and fragrances that make this tea so beloved. Then, try your hand at infusing tea with fresh lotus petals, a gentle process revealing the care in every cup.
Create your own lotus-scented tea to bring home. With step-by-step guidance from artisans, learn how to carefully insert tea leaves into real lotus flowers, just as it's done in traditional tea-making.
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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