China Wu Yi Shan

Wuyishan Ancient Heritage, City Sightseeing

Wuyi Mountain: A Living Legacy of Nature and Culture-Why Join Our Tea Tour?

Located in northwest Fujian Province, Wuyi Mountain was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1999 for its rare combination of both natural beauty and cultural significance. It is celebrated for its dramatic Danxia landforms, including the meandering Jiuquxi River and 36 iconic peaks.

Ecologically, Wuyi Mountain is a biodiversity hotspot. Often referred to as a “paradise for birds” and the “kingdom of snakes,” it preserves the most pristine mid-subtropical forest ecosystem at this latitude in the world.

Culturally, Wuyi Mountain holds deep historical importance. It is the birthplace of Zhu Xi’s Neo-Confucianism, a cornerstone of East Asian philosophy, and is home to ancient relics such as 4,000-year-old cliffside boat coffins and the Han Dynasty Minyue Royal City ruins.

As the cradle of both oolong and black tea, Wuyi has nurtured a tea culture that has thrived for thousands of years, making it an enduring symbol of China’s intangible cultural heritage and a destination where nature and philosophy steep together in every cup.

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Wuyi Mountain Tea Culture International Study Tour

4 Days, 3 Nights | An Immersive Cultural Experience

Day 1: Unlocking the DNA of Rock Tea

Highlights: First taste of “Yan Yun” × Live Epic Performance

🕑 14:00 – High-speed train pickup at Nanping South Station (with bilingual tea etiquette host)🏨 15:30 – Check-in at a tea-themed resort featuring a British-style afternoon tea lounge🍃 16:30 – Rock Tea 101: Cracking the Code (Bilingual course in Chinese & English):

Introduction to Geographic Indication (GI) Protection
“Yan Yun” Flavor Wheel Sensory Lab🌄 18:00 – Sunset fusion dinner in the tea mountains🌌 20:00 – Impression Da Hong Pao open-air performance (360° immersive show with simultaneous interpretation headsets)

Day 2: Tracing the Origins of Black Tea

Highlights: Living Heritage × Eco-Exploration

🌿 08:30 – Guided entry into Xin’an Source National Park (special permits for foreign visitors):

Visit the birthplace of black tea🏞 12:00 – Highland picnic (organic tea lunchbox + portable Gongfu tea set included)🧪 14:00 – Tea plantation experience: participate in seasonal farming and learn sustainable practices🎭 19:00 – Tea Table Design Workshop led by international tea artists (Eastern & Western fusion styles)

Day 3: Practicing Tea and Zen Philosophy

Highlights: Roots of Neo-Confucianism × Sensory Awakening

☯ 09:00 – Tea Philosophy Workshop at Zhu Xi Garden:

Gewu Zhizhi hands-on tea theory experiments
Song Dynasty “Jian Zhan” whisked tea competition🚣 13:30 – Jiǔqǔ Creek Eco-Excursion (with life jackets and waterproof tea sets):
Geological talk on Danxia landforms (led by English-speaking geologist on board)
Mobile bamboo raft experience comparing “Zheng Yan,” “Ban Yan,” and “Zhou” teas🌳 16:00 – Adopt-a-Tea-Garden Ceremony:
GPS-tagged mountain tea plot
Personalized engraved adoption plaque in English🍵 20:00 – Blind Tasting Challenge with Champion Teas (includes “Scent Memory Vault” activity)

Day 4: Carrying the Spirit of the Tea Master

Highlights: Reviving Intangible Heritage × Sustainable Craft

📜 09:00 – Fragrance River Garden Tour:

Hands-on traditional cotton paper rubbing (tea-themed patterns)🎁 11:00 – Tea Gift Studio:
Create your personalized Master Blend (guided tea blending with customization)🛤 14:00 – Tea Road Ceremony:
Re-enacted scene along the ancient Tea Horse Road, professional photo opportunity🚄 16:00 – Departure and transfer service to train station

Enhanced Cultural Experience Package

✅ Cultural Compatibility:

Bilingual tea mentors available (English/French/Spanish)
Daily itinerary synced with Google Calendar

Itinerary

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Day 1: Unlocking the DNA of Rock Tea
Day 1: Unlocking the DNA of Rock Tea

Highlights: First taste of “Yan Yun” × Live Epic Performance

🕑 14:00 – High-speed train pickup at Nanping South Station (with bilingual tea etiquette host)🏨 15:30 – Check-in at a tea-themed resort featuring a British-style afternoon tea lounge🍃 16:30 – Rock Tea 101: Cracking the Code (Bilingual course in Chinese & English):
- Introduction to Geographic Indication (GI) Protection
- “Yan Yun” Flavor Wheel Sensory Lab🌄 18:00 – Sunset fusion dinner in the tea mountains🌌 20:00 – Impression Da Hong Pao open-air performance (360° immersive show with simultaneous interpretation headsets)
Day 2: Tracing the Origins of Black Tea
Day 2: Tracing the Origins of Black Tea

Highlights: Living Heritage × Eco-Exploration

🌿 08:30 – Guided entry into Xin’an Source National Park (special permits for foreign visitors):
- Visit the birthplace of black tea🏞 12:00 – Highland picnic (organic tea lunchbox + portable Gongfu tea set included)🧪 14:00 – Tea plantation experience: participate in seasonal farming and learn sustainable practices🎭 19:00 – Tea Table Design Workshop led by international tea artists (Eastern & Western fusion styles)
Day 3: Practicing Tea and Zen Philosophy
Day 3: Practicing Tea and Zen Philosophy

Highlights: Roots of Neo-Confucianism × Sensory Awakening

☯ 09:00 – Tea Philosophy Workshop at Zhu Xi Garden:
- Gewu Zhizhi hands-on tea theory experiments
- Song Dynasty “Jian Zhan” whisked tea competition🚣 13:30 – Jiǔqǔ Creek Eco-Excursion (with life jackets and waterproof tea sets):
- Geological talk on Danxia landforms (led by English-speaking geologist on board)
- Mobile bamboo raft experience comparing “Zheng Yan,” “Ban Yan,” and “Zhou” teas🌳 16:00 – Adopt-a-Tea-Garden Ceremony:
- GPS-tagged mountain tea plot
- Personalized engraved adoption plaque in English🍵 20:00 – Blind Tasting Challenge with Champion Teas (includes “Scent Memory Vault” activity)
Day 4: Carrying the Spirit of the Tea Master
Day 4: Carrying the Spirit of the Tea Master

Highlights: Reviving Intangible Heritage × Sustainable Craft

📜 09:00 – Fragrance River Garden Tour:
- Hands-on traditional cotton paper rubbing (tea-themed patterns)🎁 11:00 – Tea Gift Studio:
- Create your personalized Master Blend (guided tea blending with customization)🛤 14:00 – Tea Road Ceremony:
- Re-enacted scene along the ancient Tea Horse Road, professional photo opportunity🚄 16:00 – Departure and transfer service to train station
Enhanced Cultural Experience Package

Cost Info

Price includes

What’s Included

Round-trip high-speed train tickets between Shanghai and Fuding (Second Class)
All entrance fees for activities and attractions listed in the itinerary
Private English-speaking tour guide and driver throughout the journey
Authentic local meals as mentioned in the itinerary (including specialty tea banquets and farmhouse cuisine)
Comfortable, centrally located boutique hotels with daily breakfast included
All service charges and government taxes

Price excludes

What’s Not Included
- International airfare to and from China
- China visa application fees
- Personal expenses, such as shopping, minibar/bar bills, laundry, phone calls, extra snacks, etc.
- Any services not explicitly listed or guaranteed by the travel agency
- Unexpected emergency costs, including expenses for medical evacuation or chartered

FAQ

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How do I book a tea mountain travel experience?
Choose from fixed itineraries (e.g., 3-day, 2-night tea-picking workshop) or request private custom tours. Book online to unlock tea purchase discounts.
What’s included in the travel package cost?
Includes local transportation, accommodation (traditional guesthouses), tea experience activities, and English-speaking guides. Excludes visas and flights.
Can I join the tour if I don’t speak Chinese?
All tours include English-speaking guides. French/Spanish guides available upon request (advance notice required).
Can I buy local teas during the trip?
Purchase directly at plantations or order tax-free via our website with global shipping.