Escape the crowds for a slow-paced cyclo ride through Hue's poetic streets to experience an authentic tea ceremony with rare royal-inspired teas and traditional sweets. Following this mindful awakening, savour a spectacular Hue vegetarian feast in a hidden garden.
HUE SPIRITUAL AWAKENING: ARTISANAL TEA, CYCLO & MINDFUL VEGAN CUISINE
• 08:00 AM/2:00 PM: Hotel Pickup & Scenic Cyclo Ride: A traditional cyclo and local guide pick you up at your hotel for a relaxing ride through the quiet, shaded streets of the ancient Citadel.
• Tea Ceremony at “Hiên Trà Nhị Độ Mai”: Step into a world of peace at a serene garden house for an authentic tea ceremony led by passionate local tea artists.
• The Experience: Discover the heritage of Hue flower tea, its royal influences, the art of brewing, and mindful tasting.
• The Premium Tea Selection: Savour three signature masterpieces crafted from premium Vietnamese Shan Tuyết tea combined with Hue’s iconic flora:

1. HƯƠNG RIVER WHITE TEA (Trà Hoàng Mai Huế): A rare, exclusive masterpiece available only at Nhị Độ Mai.
2. HUẾ LOTUS TEA - “Tiên Cốt”: A sophisticated blend of wild white Shan Tuyết tea and ancient white lotuses from the historic Tịnh Tâm Lake.
3. Wild Mandarin-Peel Fermented Tea: Shan Tuyết tea naturally fermented with wild mountain mandarin peel.
   Pairings: Served with traditional Vietnamese Mung Bean Cakes and assorted candied fruits.
   • Hop back on your cyclo for a peaceful ride through Hue's scenic streets, heading straight to a hidden local restaurant.
   • Hue Vegetarian Culinary Art: Indulge in a multi-course traditional Hue vegetarian lunch featuring plant-based dishes crafted like edible art:
4. Va Tron Me (Royal Fig Salad): An iconic speciality once served to kings, featuring boiled local figs mixed with carrots, mushrooms, and herbs, served with crispy rice crackers.
5. Hue Steamed Rice Cakes: A delightful trio of street food featuring Banh Loc (Flat Steamed Tapioca Dumpling), Banh Nam (Flat Steamed Rice Dumpling), and Banh Beo (Steamed Rice Cake).
6. Vegetarian Hot Pot filled with fresh local greens/Vegetarian Noodles of Hue: A comforting main course with a rich, naturally sweet vegetable broth, packed with fresh garden greens, mushrooms, and tofu.
7. Local Sweet Corn Milk: A refreshing, creamy bottle of corn milk to perfectly wrap up your vegetarian meal.
   • Hotel Drop-off: Your cyclo riders gently bring you back to your hotel, leaving you fully rejuvenated in body and mind.