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Private Garden Art Tour in Shanghai Yu Garden
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4 Hours
Mobile ticket
Pickup offered
Offered in: Mandarin, English
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.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Qi Gong or Meditation (If you choose to experience either of them)
- Entrance fee to Yu Garden
- Private tour with Chinese garden expert
- Wireless Headset
- Tea Ceremony (if you choose to experience tea ceremony)
- Personal Expenses
Meeting And Pickup
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You will be picked up by your expert with a sign of your name from Renaissance Shanghai Yu Garden hotel lobby.
You will be picked up by your expert with a sign of your name from Renaissance Shanghai Yu Garden hotel lobby.
You will be picked up by your expert with a sign of your name from Renaissance Shanghai Yu Garden hotel lobby.
End Point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
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Pickup details
Downtown Shanghai hotel pick up & drop off is included if you select "Garden Tour + Pickup" option
What To Expect
Yu Garden (Yuyuan)
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.
3 Hours • Admission Ticket Included
Gucheng Park
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.
1 Hours • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- 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
Operated by Wellness & Culture Travel
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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