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8 tea experiences  ·  from $10 a head

This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 8 food experiences worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.

Jakarta: Volcano, Tea/Rice Fields, Hot Spring, Local Food - Subang brings the first rural views
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Jakarta: Volcano, Tea/Rice Fields, Hot Spring, Local Food

1.Volcano, Tea/Rice Fields, Hot Spring, Local Food

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 515 reviews · 14 hours · from $114Our pick

Travel from Jakarta to Tangkuban Parahu with an English-speaking guide such as Rizky, Bryan, Nanda, or Vincent. Expect a long but varied day of volcano views, rice and tea fields, local fruit, Indonesian food, kopi luwak, and sulfur hot springs.

“The trip was perfect and has a great variety in attraction places. but the most important factor were our guide Mr.vincent who combines professionalism and coolness which is rarely found, and Mr.totto such a great driver and good human. many thanks for both they added a lot to the journey.”

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SF's Chinatown: Tea & Dim Sum Food Tour - Includes full meal, 3hr - Fortune cookies at Golden Gate Fortune Cookies Co
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SF’s Chinatown: Tea & Dim Sum Food Tour – Includes full meal, 3hr

2.SF’s Chinatown: Tea & Dim Sum Food Tour – Includes full meal, 3hr

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 153 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $99Top rated

Spend three hours eating through San Francisco Chinatown, beginning with a full dim sum meal and continuing with fortune cookies, bubble tea, pastries, Cantonese flavors, and a 30-minute tea tasting. Guides such as Robert, Jacob, and Robin add local stories, though walking and uneven terrain may challenge some visitors.

“I enjoyed All the delicious dumplings we ate at the meeting place. Also the leader did a great job. A lot of variety ending with a fun tea experience.”

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Experience all of Japanese culture and Japanese food experience classes "origami, udon, Japanese food, green tea, calligraphy" in 4 hours - Origami starts the morning with a simple win
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Experience all of Japanese culture and Japanese food experience classes “origami, udon, Japanese food, green tea, calligraphy” in 4 hours

3.Experience all of Japanese culture and Japanese food experience classes “origami, udon, Japanese food, green tea, calligraphy” in 4 hours

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 105 reviews · from $92

Join Taka and Keiko at their Tokyo home near JR Omori Station for four hours of hands-on Japanese culture and cooking. You will fold an origami crane, make udon from scratch, prepare sushi and other dishes, enjoy free drinks and matcha, and take home a calligraphy souvenir. Vegetarian and vegan options are available.

“THE BEST experience you will have in Japan! Taka and Keiko are among the nicest people I have ever met. Not only do they teach you how to cook traditional Japanese food in traditional methods, they welcome you into their home and treat Read more”

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Cairo Food Tour in local places & Egyptian Mint Tea - The guide makes or breaks the experience
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Cairo Food Tour in local places & Egyptian Mint Tea

4.Cairo Food Tour in local places & Egyptian Mint Tea

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 102 reviews · from $10Best value

Explore Cairo by private vehicle with a local guide such as Ahmed or Raafat, stopping at neighborhood eateries for three or four Egyptian dishes, drinks, mint tea, and optional shisha. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, though distant areas may cost an extra $30 cash.

“This was the worst food tour we have taken. We've taken them in many other countries that were great. Normally you are met by someone and walk around get insight to the locations you are at, converse, try a variety of foods and have a good time. We were picked Read more”

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Delhi Street Art Walk in Lodhi Art District with Chai & Food - What happens during the 60-minute mural walk
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Delhi Street Art Walk in Lodhi Art District with Chai & Food

5.Delhi Street Art Walk in Lodhi Art District with Chai & Food

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 34 reviews · from $33

Walk through Delhi’s Lodhi Art District with JD, seeing murals by Indian and international artists, hearing the stories behind them, and discussing your own views. Finish with homemade chai, light traditional snacks, photo tips, and a few useful Hindi phrases.

“Really nice to see the artworks of the art district with someone who obviously has great appreciation of them and knows the meanings behind each piece. Lovely touch having the homemade chai and edibles. We finished off in the Lodhi gardRead more”

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Old Delhi's heritage, Spice market, Masala Chai & food sampling - Kinari Bazar and the first savory bite
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Old Delhi’s heritage, Spice market, Masala Chai & food sampling

6.Old Delhi’s heritage, Spice market, Masala Chai & food sampling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 30 reviews · from $65

Join guide Jai Singh for a 5 to 6 hour Old Delhi food and heritage walk. Visit Lal Quila, Kinari Bazar, Chandni Chowk, and Fatehpuri Mosque, with hotel pickup, a cycle-rickshaw ride, and enough street food for a full meal.

“Our tour guide Jai Singh was so kind considerate and knowledgeable! He was accommodating with our clients limited mobility and made sure we had a comfortable experience as well as some snacks along the way. We felt it was also a niRead more”

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Chai Master Class in an Authentic Indian Home with Food - Breakfast and snacks make the class feel social
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Chai Master Class in an Authentic Indian Home with Food

7.Chai Master Class in an Authentic Indian Home with Food

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · from $23

Join JD and his family in their Greater Kailash home for a hands-on masala chai class. In about an hour, you’ll prepare fragrant tea from scratch, learn when to add each ingredient, and share breakfast, snacks, and conversation. The group is capped at 10 people.

“I had an incredible experience at JD's masala chai making class! JD is an excellent storyteller, making the session not only informative but also engaging, as he shared fascinating details about the origins of chai. His warm hospitality made Read more”

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Chai Master Class - Savor Food in an Indian Family Home - JD’s step-by-step chai lesson
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Chai Master Class – Savor Food in an Indian Family Home

8.Chai Master Class – Savor Food in an Indian Family Home

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews · 1 hour · from $16

Join JD in his family home in New Delhi for a one-hour, hands-on chai class. You’ll learn spice balance, prepare masala chai, hear how the drink grew in India, create your own blend, and share a traditional North Indian breakfast.

“Per gli amanti del Chai, attività super consigliata. innanzitutto sei seguito passo per passo durante la preparazione e racconterà aneddoti interessanti che si celano nella loro famosa bevanda.”

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