Step into the heart of Sri Lanka’s storied tea industry with an immersive and interactive tea tour at the historic Forbes & Walker Building in Colombo. This guided experience offers guests a unique opportunity to explore the inner workings of the world-famous Ceylon Tea trade, from leaf to cup.
Experiences
The Tea Industry Experience by Forbes and Walker
A Journey Through Sri Lanka’s Tea Trade
Tour Overview
The experience begins with a warm welcome and an introduction in the boardroom of Forbes & Walker, where you'll watch a short video covering the history of Sri Lankan tea, the 7 tea regions, and the Colombo Tea Auction. Your guide will provide a deeper understanding of the tea trade, from cultivation to auction. Next, you’ll move to the operational tea tasting room, where professionals will demonstrate how they evaluate teas, followed by a tasting session with a variety of teas from different regions and processing styles. The tour concludes with a relaxing tea and snack session in the boardroom, where you can enjoy refreshments and ask any final questions.
Inclusions
- Guided tour of the historic Forbes & Walker Building in Colombo
- Introduction to Sri Lanka’s tea history, cultivation regions, and the Colombo Tea Auction
- Live commentary and tea tastings in a professional tasting room
- A variety of teas to sample, including Orthodox, CTC, and Green varieties
- Refreshing Ceylon tea and snacks during the closing session
- Access to a curated selection of premium teas for purchase
- Expert-led Q&A session with a Tea Broker Representative
Things To Note
- Booking Time: Tours can be booked anytime between 10am and 3pm
- Duration: Approx. 90 minutes
- Price: USD 30 (including taxes)
- Availability: Conducted year-round, available daily
- Location: Forbes & Walker Building, Navam Mawatha, Colombo 2
- Dress Code: Comfortable attire recommended.
- Languages: The tour is conducted in English
- Advance Booking: We recommend booking in advance to secure your preferred time slot
- Accessibility: The experience is suitable for most visitors, but please let us know in advance if you have any specific accessibility requirements
- Book your experience via email at teaexperience@forbeswalker.com or call us at 0773030809 for more information.