An Excursion into the World of the famous Darjeeling Tea
6 h
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About this activity
You will be escorted from your hotel in Darjeeling to the Sourenee Tea Estate (approximately 2.5 hours).
The Estate covers an area of almost 338 acres stretching at altitudes ranging between 2295 feet to 4265 feet. The scenic beauty of the Estate and its surroundings are unparalleled and offer an abundance of exotic flora & fauna. This Estate is ideal for Eco-Tourism, the infrastructure of which is being actively developed by the present management. Sourenee Tea Estate is more than 100 years old and has yielded quality teas that have made the estate very popular amongst tea lovers all over the world. This garden is mainly fed by rain-water which is available for nearly 8 to 9 months a year. Darjeeling Tea cannot be grown in any other part of the world because of its optimum favorable climate and the indigenous character of its soil and environment.
You will have a guided of the estate (plantation) to learn how this special tea is grown. Following, lunch will be served at the Garden Manager’s Bungalow. You will then tour the factory and see the different steps in Tea manufacture. With your acquired knowledge, you will take part in a small Tea Tasting Session.
After you enjoy your tea, you will be escorted back to your hotel in Darjeeling.
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The Estate covers an area of almost 338 acres stretching at altitudes ranging between 2295 feet to 4265 feet. The scenic beauty of the Estate and its surroundings are unparalleled and offer an abundance of exotic flora & fauna. This Estate is ideal for Eco-Tourism, the infrastructure of which is being actively developed by the present management. Sourenee Tea Estate is more than 100 years old and has yielded quality teas that have made the estate very popular amongst tea lovers all over the world. This garden is mainly fed by rain-water which is available for nearly 8 to 9 months a year. Darjeeling Tea cannot be grown in any other part of the world because of its optimum favorable climate and the indigenous character of its soil and environment.
You will have a guided of the estate (plantation) to learn how this special tea is grown. Following, lunch will be served at the Garden Manager’s Bungalow. You will then tour the factory and see the different steps in Tea manufacture. With your acquired knowledge, you will take part in a small Tea Tasting Session.
After you enjoy your tea, you will be escorted back to your hotel in Darjeeling.
Included
- Services of English Speaking Local Guide
- Private Cab
- Bottles of mineral water
- Lunch
- Tea Estate visit including a small Tea Tasting Session
- Bottled water
Not included
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks, unless specified
Additional
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult
- Partially Wheelchair Non Accessible
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Features
Tourism
90%
Cultural
55%
Original
35%
Sport
15%
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