FITSODT07 · One Day Tour 07

Beipu Tour:
Hakka Tea & Heritage

Imperial Mansions, Ancient Temples, and the Art of Hand-Ground Lei Cha — The Spirit of Hakka, a one-day journey into Beipu's tea heritage.

Hours

5 – 10

Guests

English Guide

Hakka

Cultural Immersion

Beipu Cultural Immersion · 8-Hour Hakka Journey

Step into a living museum of
Hakka history

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Step into a living museum of Hakka history. Our "Beipu Cultural Immersion" tour takes you to the historic hills of Hsinchu. Discover the legendary "Tea King" mansion, participate in a meditative tea-grinding ritual, and try your hand at traditional pottery. This 8-hour journey is a deep dive into the resilient spirit and refined craftsmanship of Taiwan's Hakka community.

Why This Tour is a Must-Do

A "fortress town"
where history is
etched into every brick.

Beipu is a unique "fortress town" where history is etched into every brick. You will explore the Chiang A-hsin Mansion, a masterpiece of fusion architecture, and the sacred Citian Temple. The highlight? A hands-on Lei Cha (Pounded Tea) experience — a traditional Hakka welcome ritual that is as delicious as it is cultural.

Journey Highlights

What You'll See

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A tea merchant's mansion, a temple of stone, and a mortar full of fragrance.

The Tea Merchant's
Legacy —
Chiang A-hsin Mansion

Built in 1946, this grand mansion was once the center of the "Oriental Beauty" tea trade. The architecture is a stunning blend of Western elegance and Hakka woodcraft. As you walk through the camphor and cypress-lined rooms, you'll feel the echoes of the golden era of Taiwan's tea exports.

Faith and Flavor
on Beipu Old Street

Visit the Citian Temple (est. 1846), the spiritual heart of the district, famous for its intricate stone carvings and rare architectural layout. Afterward, wander the narrow alleys of the Old Street to sample Caozai Guo (sweet rice cakes) and silken tofu pudding while admiring the vintage red-brick storefronts.

The Art of Lei Cha
& Pottery

Experience the "Taste of Hospitality" with a Lei Cha workshop. You will use a pestle and mortar to grind sesame, nuts, and tea leaves into a rich, fragrant paste — a tradition passed down through generations. To conclude the day, visit a local studio for a Hand-Thrown Pottery DIY session, connecting with the earth and the ancient techniques of Hakka artisans.

Itinerary at a Glance