
3-hour Private Xi'an Kids Class: Calligraphy, Paper cut, Puppets
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Is 3-hour Private Xi'an Kids Class: Calligraphy, Paper cut, Puppets worth booking?
3-hour Private Xi'an Kids Class: Calligraphy, Paper cut, Puppets is a 2-hour experience in Xian, China, from $32 per person. It scores 52 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 52 / 100
- Rating
- Not yet rated
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $32 per person
This 3-hour class tour includes paper cut ( follow master or teacher), shadow puppet show and making, calligraphy lesson and practice. It's a great tour choice if you learn with your family and kids. All the entrance tic
What you get
About this experience
This 3-hour class tour includes paper cut ( follow master or teacher), shadow puppet show and making, calligraphy lesson and practice. It's a great tour choice if you learn with your family and kids. All the entrance tickets, classes, private English speaking tour guide and hotel pick up service are all included in this tour.
What's included
Included
- Entrance tickets to the Gao's house
- Professional English speaking tour guide
- 3-class fee& Pupet show ticket
- Hotel pick up
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Gratitude (Recommended)
What you'll see and do
Beiyuanmen Night Market
Your friendly private guide and will pick you up from hotel at your request time. Take you to the Gao's family house to take the 3 hours learning class, following your teacher or master master. Then you will watch a interesting ancient Chinese shadow pupet show,after show, you will learn to make your own pupet. You also will learn the paper cut as well. Your guide will accompany you all along for translation and assistance. Your guide will help you find a way back at the end.(Hotel drop off transportation cost is on you own)
120 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- zh-TW, cmn, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Catherine Lu Tours
Know before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Infant (1-3 years old) are free providing they do not occupy a seat
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Please wear comfortable walking shoes
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Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $32 to $117
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 52
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
3-hour Private Xi'an Kids Class: Calligraphy, Paper cut, Puppets: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Xian.
How much does 3-hour Private Xi'an Kids Class: Calligraphy, Paper cut, Puppets cost?
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Prices start at $32 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Xian usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does 3-hour Private Xi'an Kids Class: Calligraphy, Paper cut, Puppets take?
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Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Xian is not rushed.
Is 3-hour Private Xi'an Kids Class: Calligraphy, Paper cut, Puppets worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 52 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Xian, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule 3-hour Private Xi'an Kids Class: Calligraphy, Paper cut, Puppets?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is 3-hour Private Xi'an Kids Class: Calligraphy, Paper cut, Puppets suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book 3-hour Private Xi'an Kids Class: Calligraphy, Paper cut, Puppets?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Xian can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Xian and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does 3-hour Private Xi'an Kids Class: Calligraphy, Paper cut, Puppets start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Xian within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Xian?
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On Outty we rank every Xian experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Private Xi'an Day Tour: Terracotta Army&Optional City Attractions, All-Inclusive Terracotta Army Tour with Premium Buffet Lunch, 2-Day Customized Warriors Tours & Xian Top Attractions. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Xian?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Xian?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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