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A clay sculpture of a lion with a detailed mane and facial features. 1
A market stall with various ceramic items, including vases and decorative objects. 2
A variety of ceramic figurines and jewelry displayed on a table. 3
A display of ceramic figurines and pottery on a table. 4
Two intricately carved wooden figurines of animals on a table with a floral-patterned tablecloth. 5

Kunming: Tile Cat Making Private Experience

By Aether Tours
Free cancellation available
Price is $152 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 4h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

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.

Activity location

  • Jinbi Square
    • 650021, Kun Ming Shi, China

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Jinbi Square
    • 650021, Kun Ming Shi, China

Check availability

Tile Cat Making (Half Day)

  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • English

Duration: 4 hours
Private Vehicle
Pickup included

Price details
$152.01 x 1 Adult$152.01
Total
Price is $152.01
Until Tue, Aug 4

Other Languages (Half Day)

  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • German

Duration: 4 hours
Pickup included

Price details
$171.50 x 1 Adult$171.50
Total
Price is $171.50
Until Tue, Aug 4

Italian/Spanish (Half Day)

  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • Spanish

Duration: 4 hours
Pickup included

Price details
$214.37 x 1 Adult$214.37
Total
Price is $214.37
Until Tue, Aug 4

Tile Cat Making + City Tour

  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • English

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

Price details
$202.68 x 1 Adult$202.68
Total
Price is $202.68
Until Tue, Aug 4

Other Languages + City Tour

  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • German

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

Price details
$222.17 x 1 Adult$222.17
Total
Price is $222.17
Until Tue, Aug 4

Italian/Spanish + City Tour

  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • Spanish

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

Price details
$265.05 x 1 Adult$265.05
Total
Price is $265.05
Until Tue, Aug 4

What's included, what's not

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

Know before you book

  • 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

Activity itinerary

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.

Location

Activity location

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    Jinbi Square
    • 650021, Kun Ming Shi, China

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Jinbi Square
    • 650021, Kun Ming Shi, China

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