Thousand Island Lake and Pinglin Tea Plantation from Taipei
Description
Welcome to the birthplace of the most beloved beverage in the world—bubble tea! Whether you are a seasoned tea connoisseur, or simply love to drink tea, through this guided tour to Pinglin Tea Plantation and Thousand Island Lake, you will get glimpses of the tea culture in Taiwan, and learn about the development of Taiwanese tea. Pinglin District in New Taipei City is the home to Wenshan Baozhong tea, where you will visit the tea museum to explore the world of Taiwanese tea, and taste the aromatic Taiwanese tea at a tea shop. Not only that, on this tour you will pay a visit to Thousand Island Lake and Bagua Tea Plantation for a rendezvous with nature, immersing yourself in the verdant landscapes and the dreamy lake. Take an afternoon out of your busy schedule and unwind! Enjoy a half-day tour to Pinglin and Thousand Island Lake from Taipei.
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Itinerary
Your tour starts with a visit to Thousand Island Lake, which is located in the south of Shiding District, New Taipei City. The catchment area of Feitsui Reservoir surrounded by hills creates the unique scenery—a lake with thousands of islands, which shares the same name with the “Qiandao Lake” (literally thousand island lake) in China due to the resemblance between the two.
The natural terrain and climate make the surrounding area of Feitsui Reservoir an ideal farmland for tea-growing, including Wenshan Baozhong tea and Dong Fang Mei Ren tea. Bagua Tea Plantation is located in this area, too. From the top of the hill, the neatly planted rows of tea look just like the symbols of Eight Trigrams, hence the name. You will make a stop here and enjoy the stunning views of the endless rows of tea plants amidst the rolling hills around you.
Your tour continues with a visit to Pinglin Tea Museum, a Hokkien-style Siheyuan (quadrangle courtyard house) type of building that characterizes the traditional dwelling of Taiwan. The museum has an abundant collection of traditional harvesting tools and equipment, tea sets, tea samples and many more that you will learn about the history and development of Taiwan’s tea industry. Additionally, the AR contents offer immersive experiences that you can interact with the exhibits, and have a better understanding of the world of Taiwanese tea.
Since you are in Pinglin, of course you will not miss out on the opportunity to taste the authentic Taiwanese tea at a local tea shop. The tea shop owner will give an introduction to Taiwanese tea, and show you how to properly brew the tea to bring out the flavors of the tea leaves. You will also have an opportunity to taste different tea samples.
On the way back to our meeting point, you can choose to be dropped off at Taipei 101.
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Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Ensure you carry enough cash with you to cover your expenses for meals, beverages, souvenirs, tips, etc. Convenience stores and most of the eateries in Taiwan don't accept credit cards as a form of payment.
- Not recommended for travelers with physical disabilities.
- A small amount of walking is involved; comfortable shoes are recommended.
Reviews(201)
Grace was a fantastic tour guide and her English skills impressive. She provided a lot of information and was able to answer any questions I had. The entire tour was great and it was lovely to get out of the city for a while and enjoy some nature. The tea tasting was great and the gentleman conducting it was a lot of fun. I highly recommend!
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the tour and that Grace made your experience so informative and enjoyable. We'll be sure to share your kind words with her. We're also glad you enjoyed the tea tasting and the beautiful scenery. Thank you for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back again soon!
Awesome tour, quick chance to see a bit of the outskirts and hills around Taipei in an afternoon. If you’re short on time, but you want to see some nature this one is decent. Sharon the guide was friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're delighted that our afternoon tour gave you a chance to experience the natural beauty just outside Taipei. It's great to hear that it was a worthwhile trip, especially if you're short on time. We'll be sure to share your lovely feedback with Sharon. She'll be so happy to know that her friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful guidance made your experience even more enjoyable. We truly appreciate your support and hope to see you again on another tour the next time you're in Taiwan!
We got soaking wet in a downpour which added to the fun. The lakes area is beautiful and the tea drinking was enlightening, and delicious.
Thank you for joining our tour! We're so glad you enjoyed the beautiful lakes, the tea experience, and even the unexpected rain. We hope to see you again on another adventure soon!
Molly was a great guide to a relaxing tour of Thousand Island Lake, tea fields nearby, a visit to the Pinglin Tea museum, & a tea tasting session at a tea shop run by two brothers in their 70’s. It was wonderful to leave the crowds of Taipei for a few hours & enjoy the scenery in a lush & mountainous rural area. Molly guided the group through much of the tea museum & then gave us some time to explore on our own. Learning how to prepare & tasting three types of local tea was enjoyable too.
Thank you for joining our tour! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the peaceful scenery, tea experience, and Molly's guidance throughout the day. We'll be sure to share your kind words with her. We hope to welcome you back on another adventure soon!
From Taipei you quickly arrive in the totally different world of the mountains and discover the ancient traditions of fine tea with all your senses. Great experience!
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed discovering the beautiful mountain landscapes and experiencing Taiwan’s rich tea culture. We truly appreciate your kind words and are glad the tour was a memorable experience. We hope to welcome you back on another adventure in Taiwan in the future!
We had a fantastic tea tour today. Our guide David was so knowledgeable and friendly explaining about the area, tea culture and the history. He explained lots of things for us on the way too and from the area as well. The tour gave us a great introduction to the Thousand Island Lake area and Taiwanese Tea. The museum was very informative and our guide did a great job of leading us through it. The tea tasting was a wonderful experience- learning about the ritual and background of tea growing - it was fun and great to meet a family who have been involved in the tea business for generations.
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tea tour and your time exploring the Thousand Island Lake area. We truly appreciate your kind words about David and will be sure to share your compliments with him. We’re glad you enjoyed learning about Taiwan’s tea culture, visiting the museum, and experiencing the tea tasting with a local tea-growing family. Thank you for choosing our tour, and we hope to welcome you back again in the future!
This is a bus tour out to Pinglin with stops to view the mountainside tea plantations. Our guide was enthusiastic and knowledgeable and made for a very positive experience. The mountainside stops are outstanding and the tea presentation was educational and tasty. Definitely worth the price for an evening tour.
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your visit to Pinglin and the beautiful mountain tea plantations. It’s great to know that our guide’s enthusiasm and knowledge helped make the experience both enjoyable and informative. We’re also pleased that you enjoyed the scenic viewpoints and the tea presentation. Thank you for choosing our tour. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back for another memorable experience in Taiwan!
We drove through the mountains and saw the tea terraces with mountains and a winding river as the backdrop. We learned about the leaf hopper insect that makes the tea sweeter and guarantees that no pesticides can be used. The tea museum was very interesting, and there is a nesting area for egrets and other interstellar birds near the museum. Then we had an amazing experience learning to enjoy tea with a tea master. Grace was a great tour guide!
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the beautiful scenery, the tea culture, and the tea tasting experience. We'll be sure to share your kind words with Grace. We hope to welcome you back on another adventure soon!
This is a very unique experience and one I would recommend. David, our guide, was informative and helpful.
Highly recommend for anyone who enjoys tea or just wants to get out of the city to see some beautiful scenery. Christina was a fantastic tour guide who provided a helpful overview of local history and culture, and Mr. Xi was a very safe and efficient driver. The tasting with the tea master was a particular highlight.
