Private Garden Art Tour in Shanghai Yu Garden

Shanghai, China
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Duration4h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesChinese, English
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Chinese gardens are much more than artistic expressions of glittering pools and pavilions pines. They are urban forests for self-cultivation, which is the lifelong pursuit of Chinese scholars. Accompanied by Chinese garden experts, “See” Yu Garden’s design principles of “Harmony”, which are the hallmarks for spirituality and moral perfectibility. Meander via the lush greenery and intricate pathways, and explore the cultural symbolism and sayings behind Yu Garden’s architectural layout, artistic decoration and plants configuration in 28 artistic spaces across 6 scenic spots. Experience garden's rich spiritual and physical exercises, like qigong, meditation, or tea ceremony. You will leave with a purified mind and body, plus spiritual tendency toward wholeness and cosmological harmony, or even a transcendent state beyond the self (no-self). Join this tour if you are interested in horticulture, architecture, wellness or seeking spiritual and philosophical depth.

Options

Yu Garden Cultivation Tour

Duration: 4 hours: Yu Garden tour with garden Expert
Self-cultivation exercises
Yu Garden ticket
Meet at the meeting place

Garden Tour + Pickup/Drop Off

Garden Tour & Downtown Pickup: Tour with garden Expert
Self-Cultivation Exercises
Yu Garden Ticket
Picked up from your hotel lobby in downtown Shanghai

What's included

  • Bottled water
  • Wireless Headset
  • Qi Gong or Meditation (If you choose to experience either of them)
  • Entrance fee to Yu Garden
  • Private tour with Chinese garden expert
  • Tea Ceremony (if you choose to experience tea ceremony)
  • Personal Expenses

What to expect

  1. Yu Garden
    3h · Admission ticket included
    Accompanied by Chinese garden experts, “See” Yu Garden’s (or the Garden of Youth according to “I Ching”) design principles of “Harmony”, which are the hallmarks for spirituality and moral perfectibility. Meander via the lush greenery and intricate pathways, and explore the cultural symbolism, sayings and historical annals behind Yu Garden’s architectural layout, artistic decoration and plants configuration in 28 artistic spaces across 6 scenic spots. We point out every detail that’s not to be missed. Plants are carefully chosen, not only for beauty but also for symbolism of longevity and moral perfectibility; every stone symbolizes an allegory of wisdom and Tao; every sculpture tells a story–from majestic deities to humble mortals, preserves the cultural heritage and beliefs of generations past.
  2. Gucheng Park
    1h
    You might also choose to experience garden's rich spiritual and physical exercises, like qigong, meditation, or tea ceremony. You will leave with a purified mind and body, plus spiritual tendency toward wholeness and cosmological harmony, or even a transcendent state beyond the self (no-self). Join this tour if you are interested in horticulture, architecture, wellness or seeking spiritual and philosophical depth.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

You will be picked up by your expert with a sign of your name from Renaissance Shanghai Yu Garden hotel lobby.

End point

You will be picked up by your expert with a sign of your name from Renaissance Shanghai Yu Garden hotel lobby.

Pickup details

Downtown Shanghai hotel pick up & drop off is included if you select "Garden Tour + Pickup" option

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • 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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