Introduction

Tan Cuong Tea Hills is located in the midland of northern Vietnam where mountains and hills intertwine between valleys. It is known as the "National most famous tea location" with green tea hills stretching on undulating hillsides as far as the eye can see. 

Tan Cuong tea leaves

Tan Cuong tea leaves

Coming to Tan Cuong Tea Hill, visitors will enjoy the cool, fresh nature and breathe in the gentle scent of tea flowers. Visitors can also participate in interesting activities such as tea picking, tea processing, tea tasting and shopping for specialty tea products. Let Asia King Travel find out about this special tourist attraction in Tan Cuong for you.

Location of Tan Cuong Tea Hills

Tan Cuong Tea Hills is a scenic spot in Tan Cuong Commune, Thai Nguyen Province, Vietnam. It is about 10 kilometers from Thai Nguyen City Center. Since near the city, tourists can easily move here to admire the beauty of the famous Thai Nguyen tea hills. It is just away from Hanoi about 80 kilometers.

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How to Get to Tan Cuong Tea Hills

Motorbikes and cars are popular transportation when traveling to Thai Nguyen. For cars, you will need to walk a little further to reach Tan Cuong Tea Hills. If you want to have comfort during the journey, then a coach is for you. Currently, the preference prices range from VND 70,000 to VND 150,000/person from Hanoi.

Visitors can see green tea hills from afar

Visitors can see green tea hills from afar

If you land at Noi Bai Airport, travel distance will be extremely easy. Following National Highway No.3 then turn right onto Highway No.7 at Tran Nguyen Han Road Road towards Thai Nguyen. When in the city center, follow Quang Trung then Tan Cuong Road and you will arrive at the destination.

Best time to visit Tan Cuong Tea Hills

Tea in Tan Cuong is grown all year round, so you can visit at any time.  If you want to have check-in photos, then summer will be the most ideal time. From May to July, the weather in Thai Nguyen is very comfortable, sunny and cool, promising to help you take great photos.

Clear sky, white clouds with green tea hills is such a perfect backdrop. Source: Dealtoday

Clear sky, white clouds with green tea hills are such a perfect backdrop. Source: Dealtoday

Things to do in Tan Cuong Tea Hills

Admire the landscape

Right at the first moment of coming here, stretching out in front of you is the image of green tea trees growing to endless. The tea hill slopes gently towards the rising sun, absorbing natural sunlight and wind, to enhance its idyllic.

Farmers are picking tea leaves. Source: Dealtoday

Farmers are picking tea leaves. Source: Dealtoday

The atmosphere also makes many people love Tan Cuong Tea Hill. This place is always fresh and airy all year round, evoking a feeling of relaxation for visitors. Under green tea fields, you will see farmers with skillful tea picking movements like performing dances. Together, these scenes paint a picture of Tan Cuong Tea Hill, poetic, lyrical, and full of life.

Try making tea production

At the tea hills, don’t hesitate to become a real farmer. You can try your hand at caring for and harvesting tea. These will help you know more about the process of creating delicious tea buds. From harvesting and processing to finally enjoying the cups of fragrant tea with your contribution, these are sure to be unforgettable experiences for every visitor.

You can be a tea harvester as well! Source: Mythainguyen

You can be a tea harvester as well! Source: Mythainguyen

Buy Tan Cuong tea specialties as gifts

Besides sightseeing and taking photos at Tan Cuong Tea Hills, every visitor is also excited to buy genuine tea products as gifts for family and friends. When it comes to tea, everyone immediately thinks of Tan Cuong tea with its unique flavor that cannot be confused with any other type of tea.

Tan Cuong tea is known as Vietnam's best tea

Tan Cuong tea is known as Vietnam's best tea

Thai Nguyen tea is distinguished by its unique liquor color, not a bright green but rather a golden hue reminiscent of honey. The tea aroma encapsulates the natural essence of the earth and sky. As you take a sip, you'll discover a robust flavor with a subtle hint of astringency that lingers into a delightful sweetness upon reaching your throat.

Foods you should try with Tan Cuong tea

Lotus seed jam: Vietnamese people pair jam with tea for no coincidence. After taking a bite of sweet jam, one craves the slightly bitter taste of tea to soothe it, leaving a lingering sweetness deep in the mouth. Lotus seed jam is often paired with tea because of its natural, refreshing, and slightly nutty flavor.

Nothing better than combination of tea and lotus seed jam

Nothing better than the combination of tea and lotus seed jam

Mugwort cake: A specialty of the Tay ethnic group in Thai Nguyen is mugwort cake. It is made from glutinous rice flour, mugwort leaves, and molasses. The cake smells strongly of mugwort leaves and has a chewy, nutty flavor.

Ha Chau canarium: Ha Chau canarium is a specialty fruit of Thai Nguyen, grown in Ha Chau Commune. It has a sweet and sour taste with a slight astringency, making it ideal for enjoying with a cup of tea.

Conclusion

The rolling hills of Tan Cuong create a picturesque landscape, especially at dawn when tea farmers begin their day by irrigating the trees. The fresh air and beautiful scenery make it a popular destination for both domestic and foreign tourists. Contact us now to enjoy the freshness of endless green tea hills.

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