Hue: Vietnamese Lotus Tea Experience with Imperial Tea Culture

Duration1h

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Group sizeUp to 20 travelers

Overview

Hue is one of the best places in Vietnam to discover the relationship between culture, ritual, and everyday life. While the city’s palaces tell the story of the Nguyễn dynasty, this experience offers a more personal way to explore Vietnamese tea culture. In one hour, you will discover rich stories, taste tea, and craft something with your own hands.

What makes this activity truly special is tasting authentic West Lake Lotus Tea—one of the most refined and celebrated teas in Vietnam. Beyond tasting, you will have the rare opportunity to hand-scent your own tea inside a fresh lotus blossom—an exclusive experience you cannot find anywhere else. Under gentle guidance, you will learn traditional techniques and understand the patience behind this imperial art. Best of all, the handcrafted lotus tea you create will serve as a unique, meaningful keepsake to bring home, marking a unforgettable memory of your journey through Vietnam's timeless heritage.

What's included

Guidance and cultural storytelling from an English-speaking host and tea artisan
Opportunities to take photos in a traditional tea house setting
Tasting session featuring authentic West Lake Lotus Tea
One handcrafted lotus tea flower to take home as a souvenir
Complimentary Tea Show Guidebook in English

Transportation to and from the tea house
Meals and beverages not specified in the program
Additional tea, gifts, or retail purchases
Personal expenses not mentioned in the inclusions above

What to expect

Discover Vietnamese tea culture in the former imperial capital. Taste authentic Lotus Tea, explore royal tea traditions, and create your own lotus-scented tea with a fresh lotus flower.

Highlights
Discover Vietnamese tea culture in Hue, Vietnam’s former imperial capital
Explore stories of tea traditions connected with the Nguyễn royal court
Watch a live demonstration using fresh lotus flowers and loose-leaf tea
Taste authentic West Lake Lotus Tea and create your own lotus-scented tea
Take home the tea you created as a unique cultural souvenir

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

From Hòa Bình Gate of the Hue Imperial City, it's just a 5-minute walk to Trà Việt – Tea Experience and Boutique. Cross the bridge, walk along Dang Thai Than Street, and look for the Trà Việt sign at 88 Dang Thai Than Street. Please arrive 10 minutes before the experience starts.

End point

From Hòa Bình Gate of the Hue Imperial City, it's just a 5-minute walk to Trà Việt – Tea Experience and Boutique. Cross the bridge, walk along Dang Thai Than Street, and look for the Trà Việt sign at 88 Dang Thai Than Street. Please arrive 10 minutes before the experience starts.

Additional information

Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Cancellation policy

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