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1-Day Tibetan Tea Culture Experience

introduction

The Ancient Tea-Horse Road, a millennia-old trade route linking Han and Tibetan regions, has seen the clinking of bells echo through the ages, with tea serving as its catalyst. This one-day itinerary takes you on a journey through the stories of the Sichuan-Tibet Ancient Tea-Horse Road—at the art gallery, newly opened in 2026, you can experience the fusion of multi-ethnic cultures along the ancient route through a panoramic display of masterpieces, historical footage and art installations; At the Tibetan Tea Art Workshop, you will hand-press your very own block of Tibetan tea and learn ancient tea-making techniques; in the evening, take a stroll across the Anshun Covered Bridge and glide along the Jinjiang River, reflecting on this cultural journey through time amidst the twinkling lights. This is an immersive cultural exploration crafted for those who love history, the aroma of tea and the art of craftsmanship.

Meeting Point: Pick-up from your hotel in downtown Chengdu.

ITINERARY

D1
Morning
Morning | Sichuan-Tibet Tea Horse Road Art Museum

Visit to the art museum:
An immersive cultural space newly opened in early 2026, integrating art exhibitions, cultural experiences and aesthetic education.

With the art of the ancient trail as its core expression, the history of the ancient trail as its narrative thread, and the route of the ancient trail as its framework.

Through diverse exhibition formats such as reproductions of works by renowned artists, historical footage from the modern era and art installations, it provides a comprehensive overview of the artistic heritage of the ancient trail.

Experience the unique aesthetic value of the fusion of multi-ethnic cultures
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Midday
Midday
Lunch | Local Restaurant
Sample authentic Sichuan cuisine in Shuangliu District
D3
Afternoon
Afternoon | Tibetan Tea Art Workshop Experience
In-depth experience:

Hands-on experience of Tibetan tea pressing techniques at the Tibetan Tea Art Workshop held within the art gallery.

Take a course on the cultural aesthetics of the ancient trade route to learn about the history of Han-Tibetan commercial exchange.

Create your own cultural and creative works themed around the Ancient Tea-Horse Road.

Gain an appreciation of cultural heritage through hands-on practice.

Tea Culture Experience:
Taste authentic Tibetan tea and discover the differences in flavour between different vintages and production methods.

Learn about the history of Tibetan tea: from Princess Wencheng’s journey to Tibet during the Tang Dynasty to the tea-horse trade fairs of the Ming and Qing dynasties.
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Evening
Evening | Anshun Bridge & Night Cruise on the Jinjiang River

Recommended optional activities:
Visit Anshun Bridge (listed by Marco Polo in his *The Travels of Marco Polo* as one of the four bridges that left a deep impression on him during the Yuan Dynasty)

Optional night cruise on the Jinjiang River to admire the light shows along the riverbanks

Dinner near Anshun Bridge; recommended restaurants include Qilin Pangge Hotpot or Shu Jiuxiang