Kunming: Tile Cat Making Private Experience

Kunming, China
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Duration4h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGerman, Vietnamese, Russian, Thai, Chinese, Malay, English, Italian, French, Javanese, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Participate in a hands-on activity where you can create your own version of the traditional Yunnan tile cats, which are unique clay figures commonly seen on the rooftops of local buildings. Learn about the history and cultural significance of tile cats in Yunnan and get the chance to mold and shape your own tile cat using clay, guided by artisans who teach the techniques for crafting these iconic figures.

Once sculpted, the clay figures are fired and often painted, making for a fun and creative souvenir from Kunming.

Options

Other Languages + City Tour

Kunming Old Town / City Tour
Duration: 8 hours
Pickup included

Tile Cat Making (Half Day)

Duration: 4 hours
Private Vehicle
Pickup included

Other Languages (Half Day)

Duration: 4 hours
Pickup included

Tile Cat Making + City Tour

Kunming Old Town / City Tour
Duration: 8 hours
Pickup included

Italian/Spanish (Half Day)

Duration: 4 hours
Pickup included

Italian/Spanish + City Tour

Kunming Old Town / City Tour
Duration: 8 hours
Pickup included

What's included

  • English-speaking Private Guide
  • Kunming Old Town or Customized City Tour (option)
  • Pickup/Dropoff/Transport
  • French/German/Italian/Spanish/Russian/Malay/Indonesian/Thai/Viet Guide (option)
  • Guidance from a skilled artisan + Your own tile cat to take home
  • Gratuities
  • Food & Drinks
  • Tile Cat Making fee (CNY115) + Shipping charges (depend on destination)
  • Personal Expenses
  • Admission fee to paid attractions for City Tour

What to expect

Create your own version of the traditional Yunnan tile cat during a hands-on activity in Kunming. Learn about the history and cultural significance of tile cats in Yunnan and take home a fun souvenir.

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Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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