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By YUNYUN TOURS
Free cancellation available
Price is S$76 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 3h 20m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

  • ️ Hands-on Cultural Creation - Unlike typical sightseeing tours, you'll actively create authentic Chinese artworks using traditional brush and ink techniques.

    Complete Traditional Experience - From jasmine tea ceremony to incense ritual, experience how ancient Chinese scholars practised calligraphy in authentic cultural atmosphere.

    Personal Expert Guide - Learn from a native Xi'an travel planner with 20+ years of calligraphy practice who combines cultural knowledge with international perspective from 50+ countries.

    Meaningful Takeaways - Leave with your own hand-painted fan, personalised bookmarks, and scroll painting - not just photos, but art you created yourself.

    3,000-Year Journey - Discover how characters evolved from oracle bones to modern script through engaging storytelling and hands-on practice.

    ✍️ Progressive Learning - Master meaningful characters like 龙 (dragon), 武 (martial), 爱 (love) that connect you to Chinese philosophy and culture.

Activity location

  • Xi'an
    • Xi'an, Shaanxi, China

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • 15 An Ju Xiang
    • 15 An Ju Xiang
    • 710001, Xi An Shi, Shan Xi Sheng, China

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Xi'an Calligraphy & Tea Ceremony - Dive into Ink & Brush Artistry

  • Activity duration is 3 hours and 20 minutes3h 20m
    3h 20m
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 14:00
Price details
S$75.55 x 1 AdultS$75.55
Total
Price is S$75.55
Until Sun, 11 Oct

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Painted folding fan • Personalised bookmarks • Traditional scroll painting
  • Inclusions
    All writing materials (ink, paper, inkstone)
  • Inclusions
    Jasmin Tea & Snacks
  • Inclusions
    Small-group tour (less than 6 people)
  • Inclusions
    Calligraphy Instructor
  • Exclusions
    Service charge

Know before you book

    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Xi'an

  • 20m
Our authentic calligraphy studio welcomes you with a traditional jasmine tea ceremony and incense ritual. Here you'll learn the fundamentals of Chinese brush painting in an atmosphere that recreates how ancient scholars practised this art. The space is designed with traditional Chinese décor, complete with calligraphy scrolls, wooden furniture, and all the tools of the "Four Treasures of Study" - brush, ink, paper, and inkstone.

Xi'an

  • 25m
Discover 3,000 years of Chinese writing evolution through our interactive character wall display. I'll guide you through the fascinating transformation of characters like "家" (home) from ancient oracle bones to modern script, explaining the cultural stories behind each evolution. You'll see real examples of different dynasty writing styles and understand how Chinese characters carry both meaning and art.

Xi'an

  • 1h 10m
At your personal practice station, you'll master the art of brush handling and learn to write meaningful Chinese characters. Starting with basic strokes, you'll progress to writing characters like 一, 十, 大, 小, 米, 永, 龙, 武, 爱. Each character teaches specific techniques while connecting you to Chinese philosophy. I provide one-on-one guidance to ensure proper technique and cultural understanding.

Xi'an

  • 1h 15m
Create your unique takeaway artworks in this hands-on creative session. You'll design and paint your own folding fan with chosen Chinese characters, craft personalised bookmarks with your Chinese name, and create a traditional scroll painting. All materials and tools are provided, and I'll guide you through each step to ensure beautiful results. These authentic pieces become your personal connection to Chinese culture.

Location

Activity location

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    Xi'an
    • Xi'an, Shaanxi, China

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    15 An Ju Xiang
    • 15 An Ju Xiang
    • 710001, Xi An Shi, Shan Xi Sheng, China

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