Explore the breathtaking tea plantations of Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos and Thailand with our curated guide! Discover rolling green hills, authentic tea culture, sustainable Vietnam Tours, Cambodia Tours, Laos Tours and Thailand Tours with Legend Travel Group. Book your serene tea-country escape today!
Meet the guardians of Vietnam’s wild tea forests (Source: Internet)Written by Tony Bùi, with over 20 years of experience in the travel industry, personally guiding and organizing tours for over 100,000 travellers across Southeast Asia. This guide draws from firsthand insights and guest feedback from Legend Travel Group surveys. © Legend Travel Group since 2008 – All rights reserved.
Touch living history in Laos’ ancient tea gardens (Source: Internet)Picture yourself walking between endless emerald rows of tea bushes, breathing crisp mountain air scented with fresh leaves, tasting hand-picked teas straight from the source. The tea plantations of Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos and Thailand offer some of the most peaceful and photogenic landscapes in the region — perfect for nature lovers, photographers, wellness seekers and anyone craving an authentic, off-the-beaten-path experience.
From the misty highlands of northern Vietnam to the gentle hills of northeastern Cambodia, the serene plateaus of Laos and the royal tea estates of northern Thailand, each destination delivers its own unique tea culture, breathtaking scenery and warm local hospitality.
At Legend Travel Group, we specialise in intimate, sustainable journeys that let you connect deeply with these magical places — all with our signature peace-of-mind booking policy: only 10% deposit required and final payment just 30 days before departure.
Moc Chau Plateau (Son La Province): Endless heart-shaped tea hills, especially stunning from December to February when plum and cherry blossoms bloom.
Thai Nguyen: Known as the “Tea Capital of Vietnam”, home to centuries-old Shan Tuyet ancient tea trees.
Ha Giang: Dramatic karst mountains wrapped in wild tea forests; meet H’mong and Dao communities still hand-picking ancient trees.
Bousra & Dak Dam Plantations: Rolling hills of Cambodian Assam tea surrounded by waterfalls and elephant sanctuaries — one of the region’s best-kept secrets.
Phongsaly: The highest tea-growing region in Southeast Asia; home to 400-year-old tea trees tended by Akha and Phou Noi ethnic groups.
Bolaven Plateau: Famous for rich, aromatic Arabica and Robusta grown on volcanic soil at 1,200 metres.
Doi Mae Salong: Home to Royal Project tea plantations and descendants of Chinese KMT soldiers; famous for high-mountain oolong.
Chiang Rai’s Singha Park: Vast, beautifully landscaped tea fields with hot-air balloon views.
Sip royal-grade oolong where Thailand meets the sky (Source: Internet)Respecting local traditions creates meaningful connections with tea-growing communities:
Greet farmers with a warm “xin chào” (Vietnam), “sabaidee” (Laos), “sawasdee” (Thailand) or “soksabai” (Cambodia) and a gentle smile or wai/sampeah.
Dress modestly — long trousers or skirts and covered shoulders show respect, especially in ethnic minority villages.
Always ask permission before photographing people or entering private tea gardens.
Accept a cup of tea when offered — it’s a gesture of friendship (and it’s delicious!).
Support the community by purchasing tea directly from farmers or cooperatives.
Moc Chau → Thai Nguyen → Ha Giang
Small-group journey with homestays, tea-picking with H’mong families and sunrise photography over heart-shaped hills.
Phnom Penh → Mondulkiri → Bousra Tea Plantation
Combine ethical elephant encounters with serene tea plantation walks and waterfall picnics.
Luang Prabang → Phongsaly → 400-year-old tea trees
Trek with Akha guides, learn traditional tea processing and overnight in remote hill-tribe villages.
Chiang Rai → Doi Mae Salong → Royal Project estates
Sip premium oolong overlooking Myanmar and Laos, visit tea museums and enjoy hot-air balloon views at sunrise.
Hanoi → Ha Giang → Phongsaly → Doi Mae Salong → Mondulkiri → Ho Chi Minh City
The ultimate tea lover’s odyssey across four countries with private transfers, expert local guides and exclusive plantation experiences.
All Legend Travel Group journeys include:
Hand-picked boutique and eco-lodges
Authentic tea-tasting sessions
English-speaking specialist guides
Sustainable, community-supporting itineraries
Only 10% deposit – final payment 30 days before departure
Cambodia’s secret tea paradise hidden behind waterfalls (Source: Internet)December – February: Cool, dry weather; plum & cherry blossoms in Vietnam; golden light in Thailand.
March – May: First-flush harvesting season; vibrant green landscapes everywhere.
September – November: Second-flush oolong harvest in Thailand & Laos; fewer crowds.
Wear comfortable walking shoes — paths can be steep and muddy.
Bring a light rain jacket (even in dry season, mountain weather changes quickly).
Pack a reusable water bottle — fresh mountain spring water is abundant.
Carry small local currency for buying tea directly from farmers.
Altitude ranges from 800–1,800 metres — stay hydrated and move slowly on day one.
Tea Hills Thai Nguyen (Source: Internet)Short escapes (3–5 days): $290–$590
Signature tea trails (7–10 days): $890–$1,590
Grand Southeast Asia Tea Trail (12–15 days): $2,290–$3,290
All prices include accommodation, private transport, specialist guides, tea experiences and most meals. Only 10% deposit required today — keep complete peace of mind.
Mae Taeng Tea Plantation (Source: Internet)Ready to walk between endless emerald hills, taste teas grown by centuries-old trees and meet the warm communities behind every cup?
Contact Legend Travel Group now — our tea specialists will craft your perfect itinerary across Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos and Thailand.
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Secure your spot with just 10% deposit — final payment only 30 days before departure.
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