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📜 Xi'an Authentic Calligraphy Experience - Encounter Tea Aroma Amid Ink & Brush Artistry

5.00
Excellent(15)
Duration: 3 hours
Languages: English
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Registered on 26 March 2025
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Hello! I'm Yunyun, the founder of YunyunTours and a local guide in Xi'an. After 6 years of overseas adventures, including leading tours in Europe, I've returned home to craft unique City Walks that let you explore Xi'an's history, savor local cuisine, and discover hidden stories. At YunyunTours, we offer customized inbound tours, guided city tours, cultural exchange programs, hotel reservations, and rentals for cars, electric vehicles, and bicycles. Whether you're eager to explore lesser-known and off-the-beaten-path destinations, we've got you covered. Wechat or WhatsApp: +86 18740451857 Email: [email protected] Let’s plan your unforgettable Xi'an adventure! 😊
Free reservation and cancellation
Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free

Tour description

Hi! I'm Yunyun — born and raised in Xi'an, with over 20 years of calligraphy practice and fluent English. After experiencing diverse cultures across 50+ countries, I'm passionate about sharing the soul of Chinese Calligraphy with international friends. 


My mission: To help you connect with 3,000 years of Chinese wisdom through the art of brush and ink.


🌟 What you'll experience:

In this immersive experience, you’ll not only enjoy a traditional tea ritual, but also learn to write elegant Chinese calligraphy using authentic tools and techniques. Whether you’re a complete beginner or simply curious about the art of Brush Writing, this is a rare opportunity to connect with the spirit of ancient Chang’an through your own brushstrokes. 


🎋 Learn Beautiful Chinese Characters Master basic strokes and practice meaningful characters like 一(one), 十(ten), 大(big), 小(small), 米(rice), 永(forever), 龙(dragon), 武( martial), 爱(love) — from simple lines to expressions of dragon power, martial spirit, and love, we’ll also teach you how to write your name in Chinese characters.


🍵 Traditional Tea Atmosphere Enjoy local snacks and immerse yourself in an authentic Chinese scholar ambiance. We will select 2-3 types of characteristic Chinese tea, guide you to savor their flavors, and also teach simple tea-brewing techniques.

🎨 Create Your Personal Art You will also get to pick some of your favorite words or sentences, which will be written on a fan, scroll, or bookmark—creating a one-of-a-kind piece of art that’s uniquely yours and take home!

💡 Who is this tour for?
• Beginners and culture enthusiasts curious about traditional Chinese arts seeking hands-on experience 
• Travelers and locals looking for a unique cultural activity with a personalized artistic keepsake 
• Urban dwellers seeking a moment of tranquility and mindfulness in their busy lives 
• Families and small groups of friends who want to learn about Chinese calligraphy history and techniques in a relaxed, interactive setting


👣 Experience Overview:

• 🍵 Local Tea Welcome - Traditional hospitality with tea and snacks
• 🔥 Incense Ritual - Create the perfect artistic mood
• 📚 Calligraphy History - Stories behind the ancient art
• 🖌️ Basic Techniques - Learn proper brush handling and strokes
• ✍️ Character Practice - From simple to meaningful characters
• 🎨 Art Creation - Make your personal keepsakes


✅ As the activity is hosted in a Traditional Teahouse next to Xi'an City Wall, some fees apply. 

   Venue service fee of the Teahouse
(Included Tea Service & Snacks, and Venue Use Fee)
   68 RMB per person


🎁 Yours to Keep:
• Painted folding fan 
• Personalized bookmarks

⚠️⚠️Small Group Only(Less than 8 people per group)
This itinerary is open exclusively to small groups by default.
For large groups, please contact me in advance—we will split you into multiple small groups to participate in the activity separately.
 
IMPORTANT: 

🗓️       Due to high demand and group size limit in season, we need reserved bookings to be able to accommodate our guests in our groups. Please book in advance. 

🙏       This is our main and only occupation, we hope you understand and appreciate our efforts and dedication by contributing a reasonable amount at the end of the tour.


If you wish to conduct this activity at a time not on the schedule, please send a message to contact me for consultation.




Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:
6 Xia Ma Ling, Bei Lin Qu, Xi An Shi, Shan Xi Sheng, China, 710001
Room 0102, Unit 1, Building 7, No. 6 Xiamaling, Beilin District, Xi'an City, Shaanxi Province, China Address in Chinese:西安市碑林区下马陵6号第7幢1单元0102室-垣里私厨
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Outside visit
Shu Yuan Men
- Shuyuanmen is a historic street in Xi'an, renowned for its traditional architecture and rich cultural vibe, lined with shops selling calligraphy, paintings, antiques, and local crafts. - It connects the South Gate of the ancient city wall to the Confucian Temple, embodying Xi'an's heritage as a center of learning and art. - A must-visit for experiencing traditional Chinese culture, where visitors can watch artisans at work and explore age-old bookstores.
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How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €15 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

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Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Accepts bookings of up to 12 people.
Pets
Not suitable for bringing pets.

What should I know?

Minimum attendees
Does not require a minimum number of people to conduct the tour.
Additional costs
The tour requires payment for entries or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Electronic or card payment accepted.
📜 Xi'an Authentic Calligraphy Experience - Encounter Tea Aroma Amid Ink & Brush Artistry
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